๐Ÿ”ฅ New and Hot

  1. Modern and elevated Caribbean cuisine. Little bit of African, a little bit of Indian and everything in between. Spicy! One of the best new restaurants in town. Getting national attention. Must try the Jerk Chicken and cocktails. From the Emmer & Rye team.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Jerk Chicken Tilefish Sweet Potato
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  2. Fantastic modern Korean-American spot. One of the favorites in town right now. Serves traditional favorites and non-traditional dishes inspired by momโ€™s recipes.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Dumplings Fried Chicken
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Wed - Sat: 4:30pm - 6pm - Food and drink specials.
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  3. Trendy neighborhood joint with great food and patio. Popped up on some national lists (NYT, Bon Appรฉtit, Esquire). Menu changes often - so expect to see new inventive things regularly. Walk-ins only. Get there early, usually a line (but grab a drink while you wait).
    ๐Ÿ˜ Orecchiette Deviled Eggs Braised Leeks
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  4. Spectacular lightly charred, wood-fired New York / Brooklyn style pies. Just moved into a brick and mortar. Lot of buzz in the Austin pizza scene.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Vodka Pie Sammataro Supreme
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  5. Upscale and classic steakhouse with an Italian twist. One of the best new spots in Austin. Inside the JW Marriott hotel. Awesome date night, special occasion, or biz meal. Awesome raw bar. Awesome happy hour.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Oysters Rockefeller Tomahawk Texas Wagyu Ribeye Dean's Plateau
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Mon - Fri: 5p - 6:30p - $8 wines, $9 cocktails, $10 small plates
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  6. Trendy and Instagramy. Bomb tacos and margs on the East Side. Definitely check it out.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Barbacoa Taco De Nada Trio Veggie Taco
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Mon - Fri: 3:30pm-6:30pm - Food and drink specials.
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  7. Low key strip mall vibe. Smoker in the parking lot. Made the #2 spot on Texas Monthly's Top 50 BBQ joints in Texas. Rave reviews. Must check out.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Beef Short Ribs Peach Tea Glazed Pork Belly Bites
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๐Ÿ“ Lists to check out

  1. Austin's best OG spots. OG as in pre-California.
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    The best spots around downtown to check out while in town for SXSW 2023.
  3. List of the best restaurants in Austin, TX.