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- 1411 E. 7th St., Austin 78702
- 512-628-4466
Takoba
After a childhood spent working on his father's carnitas trucks, Jose De Loera has completed a rite of passage, opening the doors to his own Mexican restaurant. Low-key Taqueria on Austin's East Si... read more
- 2510 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704
- 512-326-8226
Tacos La Guera
The American Dream is alive and well, as shown by this peddler of tacos. Once it was nothing more than a food cart that was sometimes open, but mostly closed. Now it's an actual storefront. Success... read more
- 1025 Barton Springs , Austin 78704
- elchilecafe.com
El Chile Cafe y Cantina
Additional outpost for Tex-Mex resto known to do the classics, and do them well. Roasted pork enchiladas covered in Oaxcan red mole is a must try after claiming no. 1 spot in Austin Chron... read more
- 14735 Bratton Ln., Austin 78728
- 512-989-5748
La Brissa
Authentic Mexican, memorable margaritas, and house-made salsa make a great spot for group dining in spite of strip mall location. Classic entrees; quesadillas, fajitas, chille relleno plus an array... read more
- 4919 Hudson Bend Rd., Austin 78734
- 512-266-3231
Los Pinos
No fancy schmancy decor here--wood paneling, floral touches, and a few x-mas lights--just straight up Tex-Mex that compensates for the lack of other frivolity. Fish tacos, ceviche, ground beef ench... read more
- 400-A W. 2nd St., Austin 78701
- 512-499-0300
La Condesa
It's usually a bad sign when a Mexican restaurant has designer furniture and polished-concrete floors. The dingier the better usually applies in these situations. But this smart-looking establ... read more
- 3435 Greystone Dr., Austin 78731
- 512-284-7863
El Chile Cafe y Cantina
Tex-Mex resto delivers the classics well. Roasted pork enchiladas covered in Oaxcan red mole is a must try after claiming no. 1 spot in Austin Chronicle's Hot Sauce Contest, but plenty of... read more
- 2004 S. 1st St., Austin 78704
- 512-441-5446
Polvos Mexican
Meals covered from breakfast to dinner at this local spot serving up traditional Mexican instead of the popular Tex-Mex blend. Large portions of fajitas, fish tacos, and other standard fare. Margar... read more
- 2801 Guadalupe St., Austin 78705
- 512-494-8226
Torchy's Tacos
This local taco chain panders to stereotypes. The "Trailer Park" consists of fried chicken. The "Republican" is mostly sausage. And the "Dirty Sanchez" is full of scrambled eggs. Never mind the fla... read more
- 1600 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704
- 512-447-3905
South Congress Café
The curvy ceiling, open floor plan, and retro trim would make the Jetsons feel at ease. The menu is a fusion of Mexican, Southwestern, and seafood. Sacrifice a little style for comfort in the shoe ... read more
- 1809 Manor Rd., Austin 78722
- 512-457-9900
El Chile Café y Cantina
A kaleidoscope of margaritas. Mexican fast food with a sheen. The overheard philosophy of UT faculty. This eastside spot is but one of many locations around town. There's El Chilito, the restaurant... read more
- 3005 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78704
- 512-416-1500
Changos
The lady on the podium next to the cash register isn’t there to take your order. She’s making corn tortillas by hand with her wooden mallet thingie. True freshness in fast-foo... read more
- 2529 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78704
- 512-444-0261
Maria's Taco Xpress
Proprietor Maria Corbalan is the self-proclaimed South Austin Taco Queen. She comes by this honestly. The eggs, onions, jalapenos, and tomatoes in her Mexi tacos make faithful f... read more
- 3825 Lake Austin Blvd., Austin 78703
- 512-476-4852
Hula Hut
Refined behavior and restrained food consumption are nowhere to be found at this oh-so-popular waterside spot. Nope, Tiki décor encourages you to kick up your flip flops like you’re on... read more
- 1624 Barton Springs Rd., Austin 78704
- 512-474-9991
Shady Grove
Talk about a microcosm of Austin. Outside. Under the ages-old pecan trees. Families. Dates. Big, loud, obnoxious groups. All doing their Lone Star and green-chile cheeseburger thing while roots mus... read more
- 1920 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704
- 512-445-0000
Magnolia Cafe
Breakfast. Lunch. Dinner. And everything in between. All of the time. This “sorry, we’re open” cafe with a diehard fanbase among the perpetually casual is open 24/8. Coffee nerds ... read more
- 2700 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78704
- 512-445-4451
Kerbey Lane
This 24-hour local chain is the Pepsi to Magnolia Cafe’s Coke. Most locals hit one or the other for breakfast every weekend. But chances are they couldn’t tell the difference in a blind... read more
- 1412 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704
- 512-447- 7688
Guero's Taco Bar
The epicenter of South Congress. Tourists take taxis straight here from the airport. The queso flameado and tacos al pastor have something to do with it. So do the chill margaritas. But more likely... read more
- 310 Congress Ave., Austin 78701
- 512-472-7555
Manuel's
"Are you sure we’re at the right place?" you ask your friend. "This doesn't look like a Mexican restaurant." No, it’s immaculately clean. It embraces smart design. And the plates aren't... read more
- 614 E. Oltorf St., Austin 78704
- 512-444-0012
Curra's Grill
Tantalizing chorizo-and-eggs breakfast tacos. Heavenly Oaxacan coffee. This griller of interior Mexican food makes sleeping in on the weekend a chore. Of course, there’s always dinner. Awaiti... read more
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