"One of the unspoken requirements for calling yourself an Austinite is dabbling in vegetarianism. The other requirement is a codependent relationship with your dog. That means you’ve probably eaten at Bouldin Creek Café on South 1st Street at some point, considering it encourages both. The patio at this “Old Austin” institution isn’t as massive as some of the other spots on this list, so you might encounter a wait if you show up on the weekends during brunch. It's worth it." - nicolai mccrary, matthew jacobs