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2021 Best Places to Eat in Austin: Food, Drinks, and Neighborhood Guides!
A collection of guides to the best food in Austin, according to top food bloggers in Central Texas.
Looking for the best places to eat in Austin, including the top restaurants, bars, and coffee shops in Austin? You’re in the right place. We’ve got guides including hundreds of recommendations from top local bloggers who know food. Whether you want to discover new food and drink, stay up-to-date on the Austin food scene, or find the perfect spot for a special occasion, we’ve got you covered.
From pizza, to poke, to paella, and everything in between – we’ve got a little something for everyone. We can also help you find a brunch spot, somewhere to take the kids, or a spot for a memorable date night … whether you’re downtown, south of the river, or way up north. For all of this and much more, check out the comprehensive Austin food guides below (updated for 2021).
This guide is brought to you by the Austin Food Blogger Alliance, a non-profit organization with a mission of supporting Austin-based bloggers. Support the organization by keeping the conversation going with the hashtag #ATXBestEats on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
Austin Food Guides by Dish or Cuisine
Acai Bowls – by Her Modern Kitchen
Asian Food – by A Taste of Koko
BBQ – by ATX FYI
Biscuits – by ATX Bites
Breakfast Tacos – by So Much Life
Burgers – by A Taste of Koko
Burgers for Takeout – by ATX Bites
Charcuterie and Cheese Boards – by Dawn the Gourmand
Chicken Wings – by Big World Small Girl
Cinnamon Rolls – by So Much Life
Cookies – by ATX Bites
Cupcakes – by Fearless Captivations
Donuts – by Kitchen Concoctions
French Fries – by A Taste of Koko
Fried Chicken Sandwiches– by ATX Bites
Ice Cream – by Discovering ATX
Juice and Smoothies – by Kitchen Concoctions
Matcha Desserts – by Discovering ATX
Milkshakes – by Phat Phoodies
Paella – by Wine with Lisa
Pasta Dishes – by Phat Phoodies
Pastries – by Fearless Captivations
Pizzas – by So Much Life
Poké – by Sushi in the ATX
Queso – by So Much Life
Ramen – by Her Modern Kitchen
Sandwiches – by Phat Phoodies
Sandwiches – by ATX Bites
Sushi – by Sushi in the ATX
Sushi To Go – by Sushi in the ATX
Tacos – by Kitchen Concoctions
Guides to the Best Drinks in Austin
Beer: Breweries and Brewpubs – by Big World Small Girl
Cider in Austin – by Big World Small Girl
Coffee Shops – by A Taste of Koko
Coffee Shops to Work From – by ATX Bites
Craft Beer Bars (Not Breweries or Brewpubs) – by Craft Beer Amethyst
Distillery Taprooms – by Craft Beer Amethyst
Honky Tonks – by Vino & Thyme
Margaritas – by A Taste of Koko
Old-Fashioned in Austin – by Her Modern Kitchen
Secret Bars – by A Taste of Koko
Spirits – by Big World Small Girl
To-Go Cocktails – by ATX FYI
Austin Restaurant Guides for Special Diets
Gluten-Free in Austin – by The Weekly Menu
Vegan Restaurants – by A Taste of Koko
Vegan and Dairy-Free Friendly Ice Cream – by ATX FYI
Austin Food Guides by Occasion or Genre
Brunch Spots – by A Taste of Koko
Culinary Classes – by Fearless Captivations
Date Night Restaurants – by So Much Life
Desserts – by Fearless Captivations
Dog Friendly Restaurants – by Big World Small Girl
Drive-Thru Restaurants – by So Much Life
Food Trucks – by So Much Life
Happy Hours – by A Taste of Koko
Healthy Restaurants – by A Taste of Koko
Kid-Friendly Restaurants – by A Taste of Koko
Large Group Dining – by So Much Life
Patios – by ATX FYI
Prix Fixe and Tasting Menus – by Her Modern Kitchen
Weekend Happy Hours – by ATX Bites
Austin Food Guides by Neighborhood
Austin Day Trips – by Big World Small Girl
Deep South Austin – by Phat Phoodies
East Austin – by ATX_Bites
Lake Travis Restaurants – by Dawn the Gourmand
North Austin – by Fearless Captivations
South Austin New Restaurants – by South Austin Foodie
South Austin Sweet Shops – by South Austin Foodie
South First Street Eats – by So Much Life
Thanks for checking out the latest edition of the Austin City Guide, which was created thanks to contributions by members of the Austin Food Blogger Alliance. Please show them some love by visiting, commenting on, and sharing their posts. Also, to learn more about great eats in Austin, make sure to check out our food guides from previous years and use the hashtag #ATXBestEats on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook all year round to discover even more delicious food in Austin.
