Let’s face it: you don’t always want to wait in line for an scrumptious meal. When your stomach starts rumbling, there’s no time to waste. Thankfully, Austin is home to many restaurants that won’t make you twiddle your thumbs and pass the time. Walk right up and grab a menu, because you’ll never need a reservation at these ten mouthwatering restaurants in Austin.
- Terry Black’s Barbecue
Terry Black’s Barbecue/Facebook
Sid/Flickr At Terry Black’s Barbecue, brisket is king. Owners Michael and Mark Black are fourth-generation pit-masters who know how to smoke this meat until it reaches its peak flavor. Taste for yourself at 1003 Barton Springs Road.
- Red’s Porch
Red’s Porch/Facebook
Red’s Porch/Facebook Red Porch’s slogan, “Half Tex Mex, Half Cajun, Half Southern” may have you scratching your head, but there’s truly no better combination. Throw in some jaw-dropping views of the greenbelt, and you’ve got the best hangout spot in South Austin. Red’ Porch is located at 3508 S. Lamar Blvd.
- Magnolia Cafe
Magnolia Cafe West/Facebook
Magnolia Cafe West/Facebook Their sign reads, “Sorry, we’re open,” but we all know that no one is hurt by their 24/7 service. This down-home cafe is an Austin staple, and you can pop in here no matter what time hunger strikes. Their two locations at 1920 South Congress and 2304 Lake Austin Blvd will keep you satisfied no matter what part of town you live in.
- Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden
Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden/Facebook
Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden This Rainey Street hangout not only has a vast variety of craft beer, but their dinner menu is full of house-made sausages that you’ll continuously crave.
- Bouldin Creek Cafe
Bouldin Creek Cafe/Facebook
Bouldin Creek Cafe/Facebook South Austin’s friendly, neighborhood vegetarian restaurant is always humming with people, but you’ll never need to reserve a table. When you’re craving a veggie burger, Bouldin Creek always has a scrumptious solution. Try their menu at 1900 S First St.
- Toss Pizzeria
Toss Pizzeria
Toss Pizzeria/Facebook South First’s newest pizzeria is everything you could want it to be. Toss Pizzeria’s dog-friendly patio, rotating specials , and thin-crust pizza make this a go-to spot for all South Austinites. No reservation required.
- Easy Tiger
Easy Tiger/Facebook
Easy Tiger/Facebook On the eastern edge of Dirty Sixth’s jungle of bars sits Easy Tiger, a refreshing alternative to the florescent shots and mechanical bulls. With fresh-baked breads and mouthwatering meals, Easy Tiger is a restaurant and bar you’ll always want to flock to.
- Thai Fresh
Thai Fresh/Facebook
Thai Fresh/Facebook The atmosphere inside this delectable Thai restaurant will make you never want to leave. Enjoy some delicate parties and savory curries at Thai Fresh, located at 909 W. Mary Street.
- The Original Hoffbrau Steakhouse
The Original Hoffbrau Steakhouse/Facebook
The Original Hoffbrau Steakhouse/Facebook When you think of a steakhouse, you might imagine you’d need a reservation several days in advance, but Hoffbrau serves scrumptious steaks in a homey, diner setting. The staff are welcoming and the steaks will make your tastebuds happy. There’s a reason this restaurant has been around since 1934. Check them out at 613 W. 6th St.
- Texas Chili Parlor
Texas Chili Parlor/Facebook
Texas Chili Parlor/Facebook Walk right in to The Texas Chili Parlor at 1409 Lavaca and order anything your heart desires! They’ll make it as spicy as you can handle.
How many of these tasty spots have you visited?
Terry Black’s Barbecue/Facebook
Sid/Flickr
At Terry Black’s Barbecue, brisket is king. Owners Michael and Mark Black are fourth-generation pit-masters who know how to smoke this meat until it reaches its peak flavor. Taste for yourself at 1003 Barton Springs Road.
Red’s Porch/Facebook
Red Porch’s slogan, “Half Tex Mex, Half Cajun, Half Southern” may have you scratching your head, but there’s truly no better combination. Throw in some jaw-dropping views of the greenbelt, and you’ve got the best hangout spot in South Austin. Red’ Porch is located at 3508 S. Lamar Blvd.
Magnolia Cafe West/Facebook
Their sign reads, “Sorry, we’re open,” but we all know that no one is hurt by their 24/7 service. This down-home cafe is an Austin staple, and you can pop in here no matter what time hunger strikes. Their two locations at 1920 South Congress and 2304 Lake Austin Blvd will keep you satisfied no matter what part of town you live in.
Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden/Facebook
Banger’s Sausage House and Beer Garden
This Rainey Street hangout not only has a vast variety of craft beer, but their dinner menu is full of house-made sausages that you’ll continuously crave.
Bouldin Creek Cafe/Facebook
South Austin’s friendly, neighborhood vegetarian restaurant is always humming with people, but you’ll never need to reserve a table. When you’re craving a veggie burger, Bouldin Creek always has a scrumptious solution. Try their menu at 1900 S First St.
Toss Pizzeria
Toss Pizzeria/Facebook
South First’s newest pizzeria is everything you could want it to be. Toss Pizzeria’s dog-friendly patio, rotating specials , and thin-crust pizza make this a go-to spot for all South Austinites. No reservation required.
Easy Tiger/Facebook
On the eastern edge of Dirty Sixth’s jungle of bars sits Easy Tiger, a refreshing alternative to the florescent shots and mechanical bulls. With fresh-baked breads and mouthwatering meals, Easy Tiger is a restaurant and bar you’ll always want to flock to.
Thai Fresh/Facebook
The atmosphere inside this delectable Thai restaurant will make you never want to leave. Enjoy some delicate parties and savory curries at Thai Fresh, located at 909 W. Mary Street.
The Original Hoffbrau Steakhouse/Facebook
When you think of a steakhouse, you might imagine you’d need a reservation several days in advance, but Hoffbrau serves scrumptious steaks in a homey, diner setting. The staff are welcoming and the steaks will make your tastebuds happy. There’s a reason this restaurant has been around since 1934. Check them out at 613 W. 6th St.
Texas Chili Parlor/Facebook
Walk right in to The Texas Chili Parlor at 1409 Lavaca and order anything your heart desires! They’ll make it as spicy as you can handle.
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