Emmer & Rye’s seasonal small plates and beautiful space make it one of the better places for a special occasion dinner.

Dai Due is the epitome of a modern Texas restaurant done right.

June’s All Day is a cool, casual cafe on South Congress we endorse for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks.

A super creative menu and adventurous food make this one of our favorite spots in town.

Hillside Farmacy is just as excellent as it is attractive.

A big, open indoor/outdoor space great for cocktails and Southern food.

With great food and an even better environment, Lenoir is the perfect spot for a special night out.

Odd Duck is an excellent Southern restaurant serving sophisticated food without any stuffiness.

Bouldin Creek Cafe is a casual indoor/outdoor spot in South Austin serving some damn good not-meat.

Excellent seafood in an Instagram-ready environment. The only catch is you’ll have to pay mightily for it.

One of our favorite places to spend an afternoon eating in the sun is Lucy’s Fried Chicken, with a bucket of bird, grilled oysters, and beers.

With its sleek design, small plates menu, and great patio, Launderette is your place for brunch and girls night out.

There is no better 24-hour restaurant than Magnolia Cafe.

Mattie’s at Green Pastures is a historical restaurant serving Southern food and a great brunch in Bouldin Creek.

Picnik on Burnet Road is an extremely healthy place that’s actually good.

Jacoby’s is the kind of place people outside of Texas dream about. The food isn’t life-changing, but the huge backyard and charm make up for it.