Great drinks and tacos! We always choose this place when we want a good drink and chill with some…read morefriends

Asador at Las Perlas (taco stand located in patio of Las Perlas) - tasty and decadent tacos and…read morequesadillas. I got the grilled chicken and beef Piccadillo tacos along with a chicken quesadilla. I have a healthy appetite but even for me it was more food than I could eat. All items were good and they had several HH drink specials that ran until 8pm. The decor was cool with a cool vibe. If you come in during the day you may need a minute to adjust your eyes cause it can feel dark coming from sunlight.

Everything was wonderful as well as our server Hope. We were visiting from Los Angeles and she gave…read moresome great recommendations and they were all on point. For me the Salisbury steak was the best I've ever had. I'm from the Midwest and that was a staple but when I got to Cali it was rare to find. Fun fact we own a family restaurant since 1983 and that was on the menu but people really didn't order it like that so we discontinued it. Maybe if it tasted like yalls it would've worked. Anyway whenever we are in Austin again we are coming straight there. I love the popcorn snack before the meal as well and that could've been my dinner by itself. Cool vibe as well throughout so keep up the good work! Oh and the burnt ends grilled cheese was amazing as well and the fries! ALLLLL GOOD!!!

Right off the bat, you're greeted with a complimentary bucket of popcorn tossed in their in-house…read moreseasoning--a fantastic touch if you show up starving! The absolute star of the show was the Street Corn Queso. Our waiter, Chris, recommended adding brisket to it, and that completely changed the game! The sweet, creamy queso paired perfectly with the tender brisket and their house-seasoned tortilla chips. Pro tip: it's not officially on the menu, but definitely ask your waiter to add the brisket--you won't regret it (huge thanks to Chris!). As for the main course, the classic cheeseburger was humongous and super juicy, served alongside fries that were delightfully airy and crispy. While the bun was a bit underwhelming, it was still a very satisfying burger overall. Portion sizes here are huge across the board, so definitely come with a big appetite or plan on taking home leftovers! Highly recommended.

Dined in for lunch party of 3. Avery was our fabulous server. We were welcomed and she was very…read moreknowledgeable. We had Kristen tacos entree and the quesadilla entree. Everything was so delicious! A+++ What great ambience and fun restaurant.

Mama Betty's is a solid, local option for Tex-Mex with delicious food, great service, and…read morereasonable prices. I had previously tried to go to the Burnet Road location but they were PACKED on a Saturday night with a 90 minute wait but this time I called ahead to the the Parmer Lane location around 5:30 pm and put my name in. I arrived around 5:45 pm and was seated within 10 minutes. NOTES: - Reservations: no but you can call ahead to put your name in - Parking: free lot in front of the building - Online ordering: available on their website through ToastTab for pickup for delivery - Happy hour: weekdays from 3:00 to 6:00 pm with half off some food items, $7 Mamaritas and La Playas, and $1 off cocktails, liquor, beer, and wine - Brunch: served Sat & Sun from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm THE HIGHS: - Server was friendly and gave recommendations - Complimentary chips and salsa (refilled throughout the meal) - Food came out quickly after ordering THE LOWS: - Busy around dinner time and kind of loud (great for celebrations but hard to hear each other at the table) - A little dark on the inside THE PRICE: Reasonable for the portion size and quality of food - Small queso compuesto ($9.99) - Barbacoa quesadilla ($16.99) - Barbacoa tacos ($16.99) - Pechuga Barbie ($19.99) - Side of abuelita rice ($2.99) - Sopapillas Aaliyah ($7.99) BEST BITES: - Barbacoa: delicious in both the quesadilla and tacos... super tender and flavorful - Queso compuesto: the meat, homemade quad, and pico are all fresh and add great texture to the melted cheese... perfect appetizer to split with a group THE VERDICT: I'd definitely return to Mama Betty's and recommend it to others! The Tex-Mex dishes felt slightly elevated compared to some other places and I love that they are locally owned and operated. They can be busy but it's worth waiting if you plan ahead and have the time!

September 2025 After…read morewalking a zillion miles around downtown Austin to find the botanical gardens, we stopped by here for a bite to eat before continuing our walk to our final destination. It was packed but we were able to get a booth pretty quickly. Our server was lovely. She brought us chips & salsa then took our order. We didn't have to wait too long before she brought our food over. It was delicious and plenty of it too! Lots of tables inside and plenty of parking in the lot. ~ and that's all I have to say about that...

Chuys is always amazing. Has been for so many years…read more Classic Mexican food done well. Amazing cocktails and fantastic service. Every time we are in Austin, we go to Chuys.

Suerte never disappoints - you can always expect something interesting on the menu, but also trust…read morethat the suadero tacos will be there for you when you need them. Went and did a true tapas style dinner here - happy hour was nice but some of the app plates are a bit small for the price since it got recognized by Michelin. Ambiance is perfect, nice and low lighting inside but not so dark that you can't see. Servers were very kind to us and kept our table clean after each plate was cleared. An elevated option, especially for out of towners or anyone who loves a new version of a dish

I had a pretty good time at Suerte. The space is beautiful and the vibes were great overall. Dope…read moreatmosphere and a great spot to grab dinner with colleagues and friends. The food was solid although nothing I had really stood out to me. My friends and colleagues seemed to really enjoy their meals so it may have been just what I ordered. The drinks were great though. Our server was also sweet and accommodating and made sure we had everything we needed. Overall we had a good time at Suerte. Although the food didn't knock me off my feet, I would come back to try other items on the menu.

I love taking new people to a place where I have confidence it's gonna be a great experience and…read moregreat food. El Alma has always one of those stops for me. And yesterday was no different. I was worried we might not get a table quickly, but we arrived at the perfect time on a Saturday and were seated immediately. We ordered a couple drinks, perused the menu and ordered the ceviche and street tacos and chicken tacos and everything was fresh and delicious. Our server was helpful, Attentive without hovering. My friend visiting had nothing but great things to say. Look forward to going back for brunch. Which is my typical go to there.

The tacos were pretty good here! Overall, I liked it and it was a nice little stop for dinner…read more There's limited parking, and it's definitely a hassle to find some if you're coming here for dinner. I would say plan ahead and try to carpool.

Eldorado Cafe continues to be a great Austin spot for flavorful, comforting Tex-Mex…read more We started with the small guacamole, salsa, and Eldorado Queso, which made for a great combination to share before the meal. For our entrées, we had Brian's Alambre Plate, the Chicken Mole, and the Line Cook's Snack Plate. Brian's Alambre Plate combines sirloin, pork pastor, house-made chorizo, and bacon with peppers, onions, and melted Jack cheese. It was good and certainly offers plenty of variety and flavor. For my personal taste, though, if I am primarily craving meat, I prefer Eldorado's Carne Guisada. There is nothing wrong with the Alambre, I just think the Carne Guisada is the stronger choice for me. The Chicken Mole is my wife's favorite, and unfortunately it is only offered as a special late on Thursdays. The house-made mole has a rich, distinctive flavor that works very well with the chicken, and it is easy to understand why she looks forward to it. The Line Cook's Snack Plate was also a great combination with two flautas, a choice of Chicken Caldo or Texas Red, Eldorado rice, and guacamole salad. It is a nice option when you want a little bit of several things rather than one large entrée. Overall, another very enjoyable meal at Eldorado Cafe. Good food, plenty of variety, and enough different flavors on the menu that everyone can find a favorite. We certainly have ours!

It was my first time at this restaurant. I'd recommend making a reservation, but once you get…read morethere, parking is very easy. I enjoyed the chips they bring out with your choice of complimentary salsa. If you want to sample all the salsas they offer, you can do so for an additional fee. For my main dish, I ordered the Sirloin Tampiqueño with No Hater Taters (mashed potatoes) and Texas Creamed Corn. The steak was very well seasoned and flavorful. I loved it! The sides were great as well and complemented the steak nicely. I had the Watermelon Agua Fresca to drink. It was refreshing, but not my favorite watermelon drink I've had. Overall, I loved the steak and was impressed with the quality of the food! A couple of things could be improved, though. Some of the light fixtures hang way too low, so if you're tall, be careful! Also, the back-of-house area spilling into the restaurant space feels a little odd and takes away from the overall atmosphere.

I've been here a few times now, and every visit has been a great experience. Friday was no…read moredifferent! Our server, Brandie, was absolutely amazing. She was attentive from start to finish, asked about food allergies right away, and made sure everything went perfectly for our special occasion. She checked on us at all the right times without ever making us feel rushed, and her recommendations were spot on. She suggested the Gulf Snapper Aguachile as an appetizer, and it was fantastic. The tabletop sizzling fajitas are always a must, and the steak arrachera is easily one of the best things on the menu. Great food, outstanding service, and another memorable experience. Huge thanks to Brandie for making our night so special. We can't wait to come back!

Absolutely love La Piscina dinner, so we decided to check out their brunch!…read more The brunch offerings were minimal, but they were broad enough that there was something for everyone. My wife and I shared the Brunch Fajita Platter. It was a solid amount of food for the two of us, easily shareable. I even added on a lamb chop! The platter came with eggs, potatoes, fajita, queso, onions and peppers, rice and beans. We ultimately wound up having leftovers! Their fajita beef is so tender, you literally cannot go wrong with it!

Genuinely such a treat to come across this spot while in Austin. My group had reserved a section…read morefor a happy hour and I was beyond pleased with the food and cocktails. Their happy hour selections were great, and the cocktails were craft fully made. The food - full of flavor and diverse creations to truly keep you fueled and filled (in a healthy way).

Everything was great but the pork flautas on the brunch menu…read more It was one of the last things I ordered and honestly I'm confused. Let me start with the fact that it was pretty. It was visually appealing. But the moment it was placed on the table the smell of it bothered me. It smelled strange. I had my husband smell it and he agreed. Then I cut in to it and gave it another sniff.... It smelled even more odd. Lastly I took a bite and knew immediately that I wasn't going to eat it. It was awful, made my husband taste it and he kept saying it was the sour cream. I did not agree it was the meat. We talked to the waiter and sent it back. We have visited this place many times before and never had an issue. We normally love the food! I not sure what happen today. Management really needs to step in and do some quality control, I think it was spoiled.

Tucked away in a building across from Popeye's, this charming little restaurant doesn't have a wide…read morevariety to choose from--but what they offer is pretty special and definitely worth a visit. I ordered 2 steak tacos and horchata, both very delicious. The horchata is milky and sweet but not crazy sweet, and topped off with cinnamon. The steak tacos came out pretty hot, fresh from the grill. I got them on corn tortillas and I'm glad I did: idk if they make them in house but somebody in some house is making these because they definitely aren't store bought, and if they are I want to know where! I tried the orange habanero and creamy serrano salsas. The habanero was spicy off the bat, while the serrano had more of a lingering burn. Both paired well with the steak. They have a little bar, too, though I did not imbibe this time. Seems like they have a decent selection of agave spirits, and even Campari behind the bar (iykyk). Give them a shot, and thank the ladies in the kitchen.

I personally don't eat breakfast tacos usually, but the breakfast tacos here are delicious. Out on…read morea whim, happen to drive by and saw this place. Decided to come in and the cashier greeted us and was really nice and patient because of questions with the menu. The Taco Bueno is what I had ordered and requested no potato. Sat down and after a few seconds, chips & salsa was delivered. Then after a few minutes, the food came. Quick service for sure and the food, AMAZING. Anyone reading this, try this place out and if u like it, come back! Cuz we are for sure =D