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Quick StatsBest Breakfast
- Magnolia Café
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Food in Austin is awesome! One of the best things about this town is the sheer number of restaurants, not to mention the quality of our restaurants. Austin is home to tons of great Mexican restaurants, and those are definitely student favorites. A favorite Austin pastime is Mexican food and a nice cold margarita . . . or just the margarita. Some of the best in town are found at Iron Cactus, Trudy’s, Nuevo Leon, El Arroyo and Baby Acapulco (Baby A’s). If you want to get really drunk, try the Purple at Baby A’s or the Cactus Juice at Iron Cactus (it is made with everclear), or the Mexican martinis at Trudys (there is a limit of two). Austin has every other type of food you can imagine from BBQ to Thai, Chinese to tapas, delis to vegetarian-only. There are so many places to try, and the students recommend Magnolia Café, Dirty’s, Texadelphia, Hula Hut and Freebird’s. The most popular things to do in Austin besides go to 6th Street, frat parties, or protest, is to go out to eat. So, get ready to gain your Freshman 15 here in Austin and find your new favorite restaurants.
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Magnolia Café is my favorite. It’s...
Magnolia Café is my favorite. It’s 24/7, and the first time I went there was at 2 a.m. They were rockin’ out to the Fugees and Tupac. If your waiter or cook does not have tattoos or colored hair, something is wrong—but don’t be afraid, they’re all great! If you like exotic meats, or just plain good food, sucker your parents into taking you to Hudson’s on the Bend off 620 in the hills. They serve things like Rattlesnake Cakes, Ostrich, Lobster-stuffed Venison, and much more wild game. Texas Land & Cattle Co. has great steak for a more moderate budget. For Willie Nelson’s favorite Tex-Mex, head out to Rosie’s Taqueria on 71, just past 620. |
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Tons of places in Austin are good....
Tons of places in Austin are good. I like Dirty’s, EZ’s, Rudy’s, the Salt Lick . . . the list goes on. |
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The restaurants off-campus are...
The restaurants off-campus are wonderful. My all-time favorite is the Oasis on the East shore of Lake Travis (by 2222 and 620). The food is good and the atmosphere is worth the sometimes-pricey menu. Freebirds off Red River serves cheap, great burritos. |
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Austin restaurants have the best...
Austin restaurants have the best Tex-Mex food around—great food and great atmospheres! Don’t forget to share a Hulala at Hula Hut, or get a Mag Mud at Magnolia Café. |
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It’s hit or miss with Chinese food...
It’s hit or miss with Chinese food along the Drag. Don’t forget that usually you get what you pay for with Mexican food. Tiff’s Treats are the reason for the Freshman 15: the most amazing cookies ever, and the delivery guys are all cute. They’re great for last-minute birthday gifts or study break. Plus, they can be sent anonymously! |
FactsStudent Favorites
- Chuy's
- Hula Hut
- Magnolia Café
- Texadelphia
- Trudy's
Other Places to Check Out
- Hudson's on the Bend
- Rosie's Taqueria
- Texas Land & Game Cattle Co.
24-Hour Dining
- Burger King drive–thru
- IHOP
- Katz's Deli
- Ken's Donuts
- Kerbey Lane Café
- Magnolia Café
- Star Seeds
- Taco Cabana
- Whataburger
Grocery Stores
Central Market
38th and Lamar
HEB
41st and Red River, Hancock Shopping Center
Randall's
Between 34th and 38th, just west of Lamar
Restaurant Listing
Chuy's
Mexican
1728 Barton Springs
(512) 474-4452
www.chuys.com
Price: $8-$15
The decorations are very original with lots of Elvis. Best salsa in town! Try the banditos, enchiladas with deluxe sauce, and their great salsa!
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Dirty Martin's
Burgers
2808 Guadalupe
(512) 477-3173
Price: $5-$10
An Austin landmark since 1926. Try the Sissy Burger, onion rings, or chocolate shake.
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
El Arroyo
Mexican
1024 W. Fifth St.
(512) 474-1222
www.el-arroyo.com
Price: $8-$15
Pat Green sings about it
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–12 a.m.
EZ's
American
3918 N. Lamar Blvd.
(512) 302-1800
Price: $8-$15
Discount with your student ID. Try the margherita pizza or chocolate shake.
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Freebird's Burrito
Burritos/quesadillas
41st and Red River, Hancock Shopping Center
(512) 451-5514
Price: $5-$10
Try the quesadilla with guacamole—it comes on the inside, rather than on top, yummy!
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Hula Hut
Mexican/Polynesian
3825 Lake Austin Blvd.
(512) 476-4852
Price: $10-$20
On the shore of Lake Austin, nice views, excellent salsa—same as Chuys! Try the Hulala (a drink in a fishbowl), Shiner Bock fajitas, or coconut shrimp.
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Katz's Deli and Bar
Deli, sandwiches, American, breakfast
618 W. Sixth St.
(512) 472-2037
Price: $10-$20
Pick-up service, happy hour in the morning from 7–11, and again from 4–7 p.m. Try the Reuben, matzo ball soup, bagel with lox, fried pickles, or cheesecake shake.
Hours: Daily 24 hours
Kerbey Lane Café
American, breakfast, Mexican
2606 Guadalupe
(512) 477-5717
Price: $8-$15
Try the Kerbey Queso, pancake of the day, or baked potato omelet.
Hours: 24 hours a day
Magnolia Café
American/Mexican/Breakfast
2304 Lake Austin Blvd.
(512) 478-8645
Price: $5-$10
Very cheap. Try the Mag Mud queso, flamingo sandwich, potato landscape, or omelets.
Hours: Daily 24 hours
Mustache Pete's
Pizza
415 W. 24th St.
(412) 447-7383
Price: $5-$10
All-you-can-eat buffet every day for $5.99, happy hour 4–7 p.m. daily with $1.00 selected drafts. Try the pepperoni rolls or dessert pizza.
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Player's
burgers
300 W. MLK Blvd.
(512) 478-9299
Price: $5-$10
Sports bar, open late. Try the Veggie burger or fried mushrooms.
Hours: Sunday–Thursday 10:45 a.m.–3 a.m., Friday–Saturday 10:45 a.m.–3:30 a.m.
Romano's Macaroni Grill
Italian
701 Capital of Texas Hwy., Building K
(512) 329-0000
www.macaronigrill.com
Price: $10-$20
Large wine list
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Salt Lick BBQ
BBQ
18001 FM 1826 Driftwood, Texas
(512) 894-3117
Price: $10-$20
BYOB, all–you–can–eat family–style dining available. Try the brisket or ribs.
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Scholz Bier Garten (pronounced Schultz's)
American
1607 San Jacinto Blvd.
(512) 474-1958
Price: $8-$15
Oldest restaurant and bier garten in Texas—1866, 30 draft beer taps, outside patio, very popular on game days. Try the chicken fried steak, BBQ brisket, or bratwurst.
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Suzi's China Grill
Chinese and sushi
7858 Shoal Creek Blvd.
(512) 302-4600
Price: $10-$20
Try the Shrimp lo mein, Alaska roll, or Philly roll.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Texadelphia
Cheesesteak sandwiches, queso
2422 Guadalupe St.
(512) 480-0107
Price: $5-$10
Cheap beers, on the drag. Try the cheesesteak sandwich with mustard, veggie sandwich, and queso with guacamole added.
Hours: Daily 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
Texas French Bread
Sandwiches, bakery
2900 Rio Grande
(512) 499-0544
Price: $5-$10
Loaves of bread and cakes to go. Try the Vegetarian sandwich, la nicoise sandwich, turkey sandwich, or pasta salad. Lunch Special: half a sandwich, soup of the day or salad (green, fruit, or pasta), drink and a cookie.
Hours: Monday–Friday 6:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m., Saturday–Sunday 7 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Cheesecake Factory
American
10000 Research Blvd.
(512) 241-0777
www.thecheesecakefactory.com
Price: $10-$25
List of 36 different cheesecakes from which to choose. Try the orange chicken, pad Thai noodles, the club, or Chinese chicken salad.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–12:30 a.m., Sunday 10 a.m.–11 p.m.
The Oasis
American/Mexican
6550 Comanche Trail
(512) 266-2441
Price: $10-$20
High above Lake Travis. beautiful views of the sunset, outdoor patio seating. Try the Fajitas or cheeseburger.
Hours: Monday–Saturday 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Sunday 10:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
The Omelettry
American/breakfast
4811 Burnet Rd.
(512) 453-5062
Price: $5-$10
Small and funky, cash only. Try the Chocolate chip pancakes or guacamole omelet. Nestle Quik chocolate milk is also available.
Hours: Sunday–Monday 7 a.m.–5 p.m.
Trudy's Texas Star
Mexican
409 W. 30th
(512) 477-2935
Price: $8-$15
Upstairs restaurant with bar, downstairs bar with appetizers. Also serves breakfast. Get the Mexican martini—these are the most famous in town, and they have a limit of two. Try the Mexican martini, Texas star nachos, or flaquities
Hours: Monday–Thursday 11 a.m.–12 a.m., Friday 11 a.m.–2 a.m., Saturday–Sunday 9 a.m.–2 a.m.
West Lynn Café
Vegetarian
1110 W. Lynn St.
(512) 482-0950
Price: $10-$15
Great wine list. Try the mushroom-walnut crepes.
Hours: Tuesday–Thursday 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m., Friday 11:30 a.m. –10:30 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
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