Bar · East End
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"Cosmic Coffee expanded with a newer location in East Austin in 2023, offering a similar vibe without food trucks." - Nadia Chaudhury
Juice shop · Triangle State
This stylish offshoot of Uchi delivers upscale sushi and enticing small plates in a chic, farmhouse-inspired setting that's perfect for a night out.
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Patisserie · Arboretum
Nestled in East Austin's Springdale General, this award-winning French bakery charms with flaky croissants, mouthwatering quiches, and a delightful array of pastries.
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Mexican restaurant · Travis Heights
Guero’s Taco Bar serves up strong margaritas, a sprawling patio with live tunes, and classic Tex-Mex vibes in an iconic South Congress spot.
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Italian restaurant · Downtown
Red Ash serves upscale wood-fired Italian dishes and 50-day dry-aged steaks in a sleek, urban setting perfect for celebrations.
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Barbecue restaurant · Downtown
Lamberts serves upscale, inventive Texas BBQ in a chic historic spot with lively upstairs music and craft cocktails.
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Coffee shop · Swedish Hill Historic District
East Austin’s Brew & Brew nails the dual vibe with expertly brewed local coffee by day and rotating craft beers by night, cozy with a hip, industrial-chic flair.
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Thai restaurant · Westgate
A lively Thai spot adorned with colorful ceiling umbrellas, Sap's serves an extensive menu, including standout curries and late-night bites until 3 AM.
Hamburger restaurant · Bouldin
Sandy's Hamburgers is a nostalgic Austin burger shack where you can enjoy classic thin patties, crispy fries, and creamy frozen custard after a dip in Barton Springs.
Tex-Mex restaurant · East End
Old-school East Austin Tex-Mex joint known for hearty migas, fresh biscuits, and a vintage diner vibe with a splash of history.
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Barbecue restaurant · Austin
Interstellar BBQ serves Michelin-starred Texas-style smoked meats with inventive twists like peach tea-glazed pork belly and smoked scalloped potatoes.
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