Food & Drink

A New Restaurant Is Coming to Rainey Street — Here's What the Permits Show

City permits reveal what's replacing Reina at 78 Rainey St: two historic bungalows fused into one restaurant, designed by Michael Hsu. No name yet.

Marlow Is Closing on East 6th — Last Call Is August 29

Marlow, the East 6th cocktail bar, closes for good August 29 after nearly 3 years. Hours, closing events, and everything verified before you go.

Austin's Best Dog-Friendly Patios Are Actually Shaded — Here Are the 3 That Are

Loro, The ABGB, and Radio Coffee & Beer verified: real tree shade, dog water bowls, and (mostly) kids' menus during Austin's 100°F+ week.

Cinque Terre West Reopens in Austin's Rosedale After the Palisades Fire Destroyed the Original

The Palisades Fire-survivor Italian restaurant just reopened at 4800 Burnet Rd. Hours, menu, address and the real story behind the move to Austin.

National Tequila Day in Austin: The Margaritas Locals Actually Order (Plus 3 Real Deals Today)

It's National Tequila Day — where Austin locals actually drink today: real deals at Azul Rooftop, El Naranjo & Swim Club, plus the best margaritas year-round.

Inside FoodieLand Austin 2026 at COTA: What Really Happened April 3–5 (Crowd Flow, Vendor Strategy & Is It Worth It?)

An insider recap of FoodieLand Austin 2026 at COTA—vendors, parking costs, crowd strategy, and what savvy foodies should know next time.

Inside Austin’s 2026 Tastemaker Awards Best New Restaurant Tournament: The 16-Spot Bracket Quietly Reshaping the City’s Food Scene

An insider’s guide to the 2026 CultureMap Best New Restaurant tournament—16 contenders, voting intel, and what to expect April 9 at Distribution Hall.

Inside The Butcher’s Daughter South Congress: Opening Timeline, Patio Intel & What Families Should Know Before Spring 2026

Plant‑forward café The Butcher’s Daughter opens Spring 2026 on South Congress. Here’s the opening intel, patio scoop & family tips.

Inside Austin Oyster Co.: The East Cesar Chavez Raw Bar Opening March 31 (Menu Intel, Design Secrets & How It Stacks Up to Clark’s)

Exclusive look at Austin Oyster Co’s March 31 opening on East Cesar Chavez—menu intel, design details, sourcing secrets & how it compares to Clark’s.

Inside Leona Botanical Café & Bar: Austin’s Garden Restaurant Dominating the 2026 Tastemaker Tournament (Family & Dog-Friendly Secrets Included)

Why Leona Botanical Café is Austin’s most family‑friendly new restaurant—and how to visit smart during the 2026 Tastemaker Tournament.

Inside Taco N Maíz Austin: The 50‑Year Mexico City Taquería Bringing 4AM CDMX Energy to Downtown

A 50-year Mexico City taquería lands in Downtown Austin with 4AM hours. Menu intel, nightlife strategy & what to order on Sabine Street.

Inside Baldinucci Pizza Romana at Domain Northside: Why Austin’s New Roman By‑The‑Slice Spot Is Spring 2026’s Smartest Family Move

Opening Spring 2026 at Domain Northside, Baldinucci Pizza Romana brings Roman by-the-slice pies, patio energy, and family-friendly ease to North Austin.

Inside The Driskill Grill’s 2026 Comeback: Austin’s 1930 Fine‑Dining Icon Returns With April Bloomfield at the Helm

A first look at The Driskill Grill’s early 2026 reopening, Chef April Bloomfield’s vision, and what it means for Austin fine dining.

Inside De Nada Cantina South First: The Insider Guide to Austin’s New Tex‑Mex Anchor (And What Happened to El Mercado)

De Nada Cantina’s South First location is now open in the former El Mercado space. Get hours, parking intel, family tips, and neighborhood pairings.

Inside Fish Shop Austin: The Insider Guide to Texas Monthly’s Best New Restaurant of 2026

Austin’s only Texas Monthly Best New Restaurant of 2026—menu highlights, chef backstory, prices, and insider tips before you book.

Inside Austin’s Tastemaker Neighborhood Restaurant Finalists: The Insider Guide to the 2026 Local Favorites Everyone’s Visiting Before April 9

Discover insider tips on Austin’s 2026 Tastemaker Neighborhood Restaurant finalists before winners are announced.

Inside Restaurant François & Bar Rouge: The Insider Guide to Austin’s New French Dining Landmark

Your insider guide to Austin’s newest French dining destination, Restaurant François & Bar Rouge, with chef insights and essential tips.

Inside North Lamar’s Dining Transformation: The Insider Guide to Local Foods’ 2026 Expansion and Austin’s Next Great Restaurant Corridor

Get exclusive insights into Local Foods’ 2026 North Lamar opening and the rise of Austin’s next major dining corridor.

Inside Kinsho on Rainey: The Insider Guide to Austin’s First Dedicated Sushi Bar

Get insider intel on Kinsho, Rainey Street’s first sushi bar opening March 2026, led by Chef Victor Gonzales.

Oria Austin: Inside the Mediterranean Wood-Fired Restaurant at Zilker Park

Oria Austin opens on Barton Springs Rd — wood-fired mezze, handmade pasta, and cocktails with a Zilker Park view. Menu, hours, parking, and first-look photos inside.

Inside the Off The Menu Supper Club at Murray’s Tavern: The Insider Guide to Austin’s One‑Night‑Only Chef Showcase

Your insider guide to Austin’s exclusive Off The Menu Supper Club at Murray’s Tavern with Chef Nic Yanes.

Inside Austin’s Hidden Taqueria De Diez: The Insider Guide to the City’s Most Unexpected Yelp Top‑100 Restaurant

Discover Austin’s hidden taqueria that made Yelp’s Top 100, with insider tips on location, hours, must‑orders, and what locals know.

Inside Roxie’s in Buda: The Insider Guide to The Salt Lick Owner’s New Southern Restaurant Everyone’s Talking About

Get exclusive insights into Roxie’s in Buda, the brand‑new Southern restaurant from The Salt Lick owner Scott Roberts.

Inside Paprika ATX: The Insider Guide to Austin’s Former Food Truck Turning North Lamar’s Hottest New Taqueria

Discover Austin’s new Paprika ATX taqueria—insider tips, best tacos, kid‑friendly notes, and what’s new after its food‑truck evolution.

Inside The Driskill Grill Reopening: The Insider Guide to Austin’s Most Historic Fine‑Dining Comeback

Explore insider details on The Driskill Grill’s historic return to Austin’s fine‑dining scene with exclusive reopening insights.

Inside Austin Oyster Co: The Insider Guide to Austin’s New Coastal Oyster Bar Opening on East Cesar Chavez

Austin Oyster Co opens on East Cesar Chavez. Get insider intel on the patio, oysters from Maine, and what to expect before doors open.

Inside Austin’s Japanese Dining Boom: The Insider Guide to the City’s Fastest‑Growing Food Movement

Explore Austin’s booming Japanese dining scene with insider intel on new openings, trends, and chef-driven hotspots.

Inside De Nada Cantina South First: Austin’s New Family‑Friendly Tex‑Mex Hotspot Arriving Early 2026

Get exclusive insights into De Nada Cantina’s new South First location, opening early 2026, with family‑friendly details and neighborhood intel.

Inside Baldinucci Pizza Romana at Domain Northside: The Insider Guide to Austin’s Next Great Roman Slice

Get insider details on Baldinucci Pizza Romana’s Domain Northside opening, its Roman al taglio style, and what Austin can expect in spring 2026.

Inside Ēma at Domain NORTHSIDE: The Insider Guide to Austin’s New Mediterranean Hotspot Everyone Will Be Visiting This Month

Explore Austin’s new Mediterranean hotspot with insider details on menu, family perks, and what to expect at Ēma.

Astra Buda: Menu, Hours & What to Expect at Buda's Best New Restaurant

Astra Buda is Buda's top new restaurant — wood-fired pizza, house-cured meats, and Michelin-pedigreed cocktails at 404 N. Main St. Open Thu–Mon. Here's everything you need to know before you go.

Inside Milkmade ATX’s January Launch: The Insider Guide to North Austin’s Newest Small‑Batch Ice Cream Trailer

Get insider details on Milkmade ATX’s new North Austin ice cream trailer, from menu intel to family perks and patio tips.

Inside Ramen Del Barrio’s Brick-and-Mortar Debut: The Insider Guide to Austin’s First Major Fusion Opening of 2026

Go inside Ramen Del Barrio’s new Austin restaurant debut with insider details, menu intel, and opening essentials.

Inside Leona Botanical Cafe + Dee Dee: The Insider Guide to Austin’s New Botanical Dining Escape

Explore Austin’s lush new botanical dining venue with insider tips, menus, and what to know before visiting.

Inside Poeta’s Fine Dining Debut: The Insider Guide to Austin’s First Major Restaurant Opening of 2026

Your insider guide to Poeta, Austin’s first major fine‑dining opening of 2026, led by Michelin‑recognized chefs.

Inside Austin’s New Family & Dog‑Friendly Restaurants: The Insider Guide to Fall 2025’s Best Casual Openings

Discover Austin’s top new family and dog-friendly restaurants with insider intel, patio tips, and kid-ready menus for Fall 2025.

Inside Austin’s Global Dining Renaissance: The Insider Guide to the City’s Ethiopian, Georgian, and Trinidadian Breakthroughs

Discover Austin’s 2025 surge of Ethiopian, Georgian, and Trinidadian restaurants with insider intel, trends, and must‑try dishes.

Austin’s Insider Guide to Christmas Eve & Day Dining: The City’s Best Holiday Feasts and Last-Minute Reservation Intel

Austin’s best Christmas Eve & Day dining specials with last‑minute reservation intel and insider picks.

Inside Haji Moto: Georgetown’s New Ramen & Sake Bar Opening This Week

Get insider intel on Haji Moto, Georgetown’s new ramen & sake bar opening this week with housemade noodles and Japanese cocktails.

Katz's Never Kloses Returns to West 6th: The Insider Guide to Austin’s Most Nostalgic Comeback

Austin’s iconic Katz’s deli is coming back to West 6th. Here’s the insider guide to history, updates, design, and what this comeback means.

Your Ultimate Guide to Austin's Best Holiday Lights on the Patio: Insider Tips for Perfect Evenings in December 2025

Discover Austin's top holiday light displays, timing strategies, parking hacks, and the best patio-friendly venues for festive December dining.

Austin Hot Pot, Decoded: 2025 Insider Guide to AYCE, Korean Fusion, and À‑La‑Carte Gems

Discover Austin's best hot pot restaurants in 2025. Expert guide to AYCE deals, Korean fusion, premium à la carte options, and insider tips for Soupleaf, K-POT, Dam-A, and Old Alley.

Blue Agave Tex Mex Opens Tomorrow in Avery Ranch: Insider Playbook to Beat the Crowds, Sip Smart, and Order Like a Regular

New Tex‑Mex drop: Blue Agave Tex Mex opens TOMORROW (Nov 29) at 11 a.m. in Avery Ranch—come for agave‑forward cocktails, stay for opening‑day happy hour 3–6 p.m. and walk‑in–friendly vibes. 14900 Avery Ranch Blvd, Suite B100, Austin, TX 78717

Shallots Indian Cuisine Austin: The Insider Dosa + South Indian Breakfast Playbook (Timing, Ordering Hacks, Weather-Smart Strategy)

Shallots Indian Cuisine just landed in northwest Austin with a rare one-two punch: coastal Indian flavors and a legit South Indian breakfast program. If you care about crisp dosas, ghee-kissed idli, and timing your visit to beat lines and the weather, this guide is your playbook.

Austin's Best Kid-Approved Patios with Playgrounds (and Weeknight Deals): Insider picks for pizza, tacos, and wings that make dinner easy

Discover 5 kid-friendly Austin patios with playgrounds serving pizza, tacos, and wings. Insider tips on timing, seating, parking, and weeknight deals for families.

Austin's Elevated Taco Heat Check: Paprika's NYT-Winning Suadero, Nixta's Omakase, and the Insider's Playbook

Discover Austin's elevated taco scene with insider guides to Paprika's NYT-recognized suadero taco and Nixta's James Beard omakase experience. Expert tips on ordering, timing, and parking for the best taco experiences in Austin.

Austin's November Patio Comfort Guide: Dog- and Kid-Friendly Spots With Heaters, Wind Protection, and Seasonal Menus

Discover Austin's best dog and kid-friendly patios for November. Expert recommendations for heaters, wind protection, seasonal menus, and family-friendly amenities.

Inside Scoop: Everbowl's Austin Grand Opening—Pro Tips, Menu Hacks, and Crowd-Avoiding Secrets

Discover Everbowl's new North Austin location—get pro tips to beat the crowds, menu hacks for the perfect açaí bowl, parking secrets, and exclusive opening day strategies. Your complete guide to Austin's hottest healthy bowl spot, with premium insider details for a smooth first visit.

Austin Food & Drink Insider: November 2025 Openings, Michelin Wins, and Festival Power Moves

Discover Austin’s hottest November 2025 food & drink openings, Michelin Guide wins, and expert festival strategies. Get insider tips on reservations, patio planning, and maximizing your culinary experience in Austin this month.

Austin Barbecue in November 2025: Ultimate Guide to Franklin, La Barbecue, LeRoy & Lewis, Festivals, and Can't-Miss Smoke

Shokunin Austin: The Insider's Playbook to East 6th's New Walk‑In-Only Sushi Bar

Unlock the ultimate insider playbook to Shokunin Austin, East 6th’s new walk-in-only sushi bar. Discover expert strategies, timing secrets, and premium tips for the best seats, freshest cuts, and a flawless sushi experience. Perfect for foodies and festival-goers in Austin, 2025.