Walking around Austin can create quite an appetite, and there are many spots to indulge your taste buds. Of course, Austin is known for it's BBQ and tacos, but you can find most any type of cuisine. You may be pleasantly surprised by the variety and the quality food trucks have to offer.

FOOD TRUCKS

Tumble 22: One of the best Nashville hot chicken you will get anywhere. Get the hot chicken sandwich.

Via 313: Not quite deep dish and definitely not thin crust, but 100% divine.

Veracruz: One of Austin's most famous taco places with a great outdoor spot to sit. They are most famous for their migas taco.

TACOS

Creme de la avocado crema: The best of Austin! I butchered the names of the tacos, but you'll forgive me after your mouth and belly are full of tacos, tacos, tacos!

My ranking for tacos is: Pueblo Viejo (Quesadilla Taco) , Taco Deli (Frontera Steak with Green Dona Sauce), One Taco (Norte, Gowalla), Veracruz (Migas), Torchy's (Trailer Park - Trashy Style, and do not skip over the queso!), Texas Honey Ham (Build-your-own-taco)

NOT TACOS

Elizabeth St. Cafe: One of the best and most unique brunch spots. It is a Vietnamese-French restaurant, so get the pastries and anything with veggies.

Red Ash: The best deal is during happy hour (430-630pm all the food is half off!)! Get everything on the happy hour menu!

Clark's Oyster Bar: Another great happy hour. One of the best burgers you will get anywhere in the country and top that off with a Vesper Martini.

Better Half: Get the jalepeno honey butter ham biscuit. Melts in your hands and your mouth.

Wu Chow: Farm-to-table Chinese food. Our favorite thing to do is get Sunday Dim Sum Brunch, and then walk to Rainey Street for some live music!

Licha's Cantina: Fun east side spot for more authentic Mexican and delicious margaritas!

BBQ

Franklin's: World renowned BBQ brisket!!!!! You will wait in line (starting at 630am), but it is the best BBQ you will ever have.

La Barbecue: A close #2, but you won't have to wait as long in line. One beef rib per person is necessary. It comes with a 2 hour nap.

Lamberts: A classy take on BBQ. The frito pie is the must order here.

Whole Foods: I'm not kidding. Whole Food's barbecue stand is both amazing and convenient.

TOP TIER

Uchi: Voted one of the best Sushi places in the country. It's a lot fun if you want to spend a little $$.

Kemuri Tatsu-ya: An amazing Japan restaurant with a couple unique twists. Try something from the You Nasty menu. They look pretty gross but they are true flavor bombs.

Odd Duck: Top Tier American small plate cuisine!

June's: A great place to go for an early dinner. During happy hour their food is half price. The bone marrow bolognese is to die for.

There is plenty to do in this bustling town when not indulging in tacos or listening to live music!

Barton Springs Pool: Large natural swimming hole with super cool water year round. Great spot for an afternoon dip - an Austin classic!

The Texas Capitol Building: A lot of important history has taken place in Austin. More information on free tours can be found here.

Lady Bird Lake: One of our favorite parts of Austin! The "lake" (a dammed section of the Colorado River) has an 11-mile walking trail around it. Paddleboard and kayak rentals can be found in a variety of locations.

University of Texas: HOOK 'EM! Take time to explore the campus of one of the largest universities in the US - home to over 40,000 students. The Tower is the most iconic building on campus, but the stadium's sheer size (can hold over 105,000 people) is also impressive.

Bat Viewing: Many tourists flock to the Congress St. bridge at sunset to see Austin's 1.5 million bats head out into the night in search of their breakfast - quite a sight to see! A better way to see the bats is from the water on an affordable bat cruise. Book here.

Whole Foods: Located under the company's corporate headquarters is the Flagship Whole Foods, which has 3 restaurants and many fast casual options inside! Great spot to grab a quick, healthy lunch.

South Congress area: Where the saying "Keep Austin Weird" truly shines. Walk around this neighborhood to see some interesting shops and try on cowboy hats and boots.

Rainey Street: What used to be a quiet street with small houses on it, has now been transformed into one of Austin's most popular going out areas. Bars occupy the houses that line this road, and there is never a dull moment. Best area to stumble across live music.

Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum: In the event of a rainy day, this museum is a Travis Good favorite. Also nearby is the The Blanton Art Museum and the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library.

Austin Public Library: This public library located in the heart of downtown opened in late 2017. It has gotten international acclaim for its design, and features a rooftop garden deck with great view of Lady Bird Lake.

BREWERIES

The beer scene in Texas had a slow start, but now Austin is home to a variety half decent breweries.

Lazarus: Probably our favorite! Located on the east side, this new brewery features good beers and even better coffee.

The ABGB: A little off the beaten path, this brewery has ample outdoor seating and a great menu featuring pizza and healthy sandwiches.

Bangers: Known for their Sunday brunch, this massive beer bar also serves 1L manmosas and hosts a weekly brass band. With over 100 taps, this is a great stop on Rainey Street for any time of day!

Zilker Brewing Company: Another east side spot... our favorites are the Marco IPA and their Coffee Milk Stout.

COCKTAILS

Whistler's: Best old fashioned on this side of the Mississippi! A tiny mezcal bar exists upstairs as well.