Fonda San Miguel
Mexican restaurant · Brentwood ·
Interior Mexican cuisine in hacienda-style space with art
Interior Mexican cuisine in hacienda-style space with art
"Been going here since 1975. I love Tex-Mex as much as anyone, but Fonda was the first to introduce me and I believe Austin to interior and coastal Mexican cuisine. The quality and innovation has remained of the highest standard all of these years, and the space is so beautiful. A true Austin original and standard. My favorite place to bring out-of-town friends and guests!" - Erin Russell
"The owner ofFonda San Miguel, Austin’s most attractiveMexican restaurant, is opening a breakfast and lunch place right next door. Named after the small Michoacán city, the indoor-outdoor spot will serve baked goods and regional dishes. Early renderings show an open-air courtyard that makes Tzintzuntzan seem more casual than its older neighbor." - Matthew Jacobs
"Going out for Mexican food can be tricky when you’re trying to avoid meat products—even the beans and rice can sometimes be off-limits. Which is what makes Fonda San Miguel’s “de la tierra” section that much more helpful. With over half a dozen entrees that are all meat, dairy, and gluten-free, the menu here can accommodate a wide range of diets. Excluding, perhaps, that friend of yours who only eats wind-dried Norwegian kelp. For everyone else, there’s Fonda San Miguel. As a bonus, just about everyone can enjoy a refreshing watermelon margarita together." - nicolai mccrary, raphael brion
"When you haven’t reached the point where you’re traveling together, but you want to test the waters, go on a date to Fonda San Miguel in Allandale. It’s a colorful place that will make you feel like you took a mini vacation to Mexico. The chile rellenos, mole enchiladas, and ceviches are some of the best in the city, and after a few tequila and mezcal cocktails, you’ll probably be ready to get on a plane with this person." - nicolai mccrary, raphael brion
"A beloved Austin institution for over four decades, Fonda San Miguel brings the vibrant flavors and artistry of interior Mexico to the heart of Allandale. While the menu is known for classics like cochinita pibil, mole poblano, and exquisitely stuffed chiles rellenos, the restaurant also shines as a private event destination. The colorful and festive back dining room, adorned with bold Mexican folk art, warm lighting, and lush greenery, creates an inviting atmosphere perfect for celebrations. Sized for groups of 40 to 80 people, the space provides a lively and immersive backdrop for a range of events, from milestone birthdays to rehearsal dinners." - Darcie Duttweiler