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    Community Kitchen + Taproom

    4.6 (67 reviews)
    ModerateVegan, Comfort Food
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    PEACH COBBLER CHICK'N & BISCUIT
    Katie G.

    Omg this place is heaven!!! So much turnover has happened in this spot, but I hope Community Kitchen is here to stay! Their menu is enormous! I came for brunch this time but definitely want to go back to try their regular menu. The Southern Fried Chik'N biscuit I ordered was insanely good and massive. My friend got the peach cobbler chik'n biscuit and it was gorgeous! Portions are humongous. Food came out pretty fast and service was great. Cannot wait to return!

    Hannah K.

    Get all the Community Vegan you know and love, now with a new name and location, serving up their signature soul food in Tarrytown, out of the former Beer Plant space. I can't think of a more fitting revival for the restaurant, soon to be restored to its former glory, and then some. The fried oyster mushrooms are inimitable; resoundingly crunchy, thoroughly seasoned, and utterly satisfying across the board. Grab "The Summit" to get the best of all worlds, adding smoky collard greens, some of Austin's best mac and cheese, sweet and moist cornbread, and a handful of French fries for good measure. If you're still inexplicably hungry, snag some Golden Chick'n Sliders which deliver on a simple combination of fried lion's maine mushrooms on buttery brioche buns. There's three in an order so you could theoretically share... Only theoretically

    The switchback
    Daniel J.

    I'm pretty new to Austin but it sounds like this place used to be a food truck that was busy/popular enough to open into a brick and mortar! I heard about it through a vegan Facebook group. I immediately had to go try it out when I looked at the menu. I ordered The Switchback and everything was so good I almost cried. The food also came out super fast, which was nice too! The food was so good, I actually went back a few days later and brought some friends. Unfortunately my food wasn't nearly as good the second time. I got the bbq sliders, and they came out cold and with very little filling. I probably wouldn't recommend those. Everything else was good though, especially the fried okra I got on the side! The restaurant itself is also really nice and cozy. I'll definitely be back, and really want to try their brunch menu too!

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    Amy H.

    Went there for a Friday lunch and enjoyed everything we ate. They are accommodating for gluten-free diets. The chef came out and visited with us for a bit. Love his energy and this place! I had the "summit plate" made almost gluten free with braised cabbage (a super delicious smoky side which was not listed on the menu at the time) substituted for the mac & cheese. Also substituted the mashed potatoes and gravy for the cornbread. The gravy is not gluten-free.

    BURNT ENDS & MAC
    Soledad C.

    WOW!!! I was so surprised to find that Community Vegan moved from their food truck in the east side to Tarrytown! Which is great for me because it's easier to get to! Right now they're soft opened and doing pickup & delivery only, I can't wait until they fully open! The new location is very easy to do pickup from. The food is crazy DELICIOUS - everyhing we got. Even my picky toddler devoured the dime bag pieces and burnt ends Mac & cheese! We will be back!

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    Briane J.

    Love coming here and supporting black owned businesses. They're always so sweet and the food always made to order so super fresh when you get it. I got the lemon pepper "wangz" and they're made from oyster mushrooms. An up and coming vegan staple and it was delish and crunchy. They have these bar stools and a high bar to sit at. Parking nearby is the street if you're lucky and the dental office lot that's next door (you pay for parking but I never have so shhh). Overall a great joint and can't wait to try something else. My mind is on the "too-nah" sandwich for next time. :)

    Daichan S.

    I am trying to eat better these days so I wanted to see what the buzz was about. This food truck is located on the corner of 11th street, it's nice and colorful so you can't miss it. Unfortunately, there is street parking. I was able to luck up on a spot not too far away. I ordered the Lemon Pepper Wangz. This included Fried oyster mushrooms, with lemon pepper flavoring & seasoned fries. These "wangz" were so good! I never would have guessed that it wasn't chicken. I probably could've went with a softer fry but overall it was delicious. They offer a variety of vegan meals including nachos, sandwiches, burgers, banana pudding, and even sea moss. They also offer brunch on the weekends which I plan to make it to soon. Even if you're not vegan, Im sure you'll be satified with anything on the menu.

    Courtney C.

    Vibe- Nice food truck with great food Customer service- Great! Food/drinks- I got the southern fried chik'n and biscuit Parking- There's street parking nearby by

    Fried okra
    Emma P.

    The fried okra was delicious. I'll be dreaming of it for years... Only wish I showed up on a Friday so I could try that mac and cheese!

    Delicious vegan barbecue!
    Ximena S.

    I'm coming to find this place with my family! We were treated to bbq at work and the non-meat choice was from this vendor. Let me tell you, the food was not only delicious but beautiful to look at! Presentation is a big deal for me when it comes to dishes and Community Vegan didn't disappoint. The people I talked to were kind and explained the ingredients in the dishes with pride!

    Got the table behind the food truck that belongs to them
    Jessica L.

    Really cool spot in a food truck area with lots of picnic tables outside the truck. I ordered the Crispy BEER BATTERED CAULI CHIKN SANDWICH with WAFFLE FRIES, and it was pretty greasy (that's the only qualm I had was how it was still dripping oil from the grease), but SO delicious! It was literally a huge piece of cauliflower battered & seasoned and then fried. It was so good- I think about it almost everyday of my life since I had it, and if I end up moving to Austin, this will be my monthly meal. The waffle fries were the best waffle fries I've ever had in my life. They were so crispy (which is how I like all my food) and so delicious- no ketchup needed! Will return again, and I highly recommend everyone experiencing this delicious food.

    WAFFLE FRIES and oyster mushrooms
    Tracey Z.

    First of all, love the hip vegan vibes of this truck. A painted bus, hot dope. Got the Lemon Pepper Wangz Basket. Kind of pricey for the amount of food that you get, but still yummy. The Fried Oyster Mushrooms were crispy and so flavorful, definitely get them dirty. Paired it with the cajun dipping sauce which balanced out the fried taste. The fries were also so yummy. Crispy and also rolled in flavor :)

    Lemon pepper wangs. Dime bag. Strawberry shake
    Elyse M.

    I REALLY lie their lemon pepper wangs basket. Every time I've ordered (uber eats or in person) it's always been delicious and fresh tasting. The flavors are sooo good. It's fried really well and the breading is nice and crispy. I usually get the tartar sauce...so good. But the house sauce is also good. I've had some other items too which are also good but nothing beats the lemon pepper wangs. The toona melt with the avocado bites are good. I wasn't as into the burger option (I forget what it's called) but it was still decent. Their shakes are also really delicious. Staff has been friendly every time as well.

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    The chicken fried steak was amazing - service was a bit lacking here and there, but overall a great experience. Would and will come back!

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    The fried oyster and lions mane mushrooms were to die for!!! So many house made vegan sauces definitely check this place out

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    Fried chicken bucket was so delicious!! Going to try out their brunch menu next time. Recommend. (Very pricey place)

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    Great flavors but the mushrooms and fries were fried too hard. Smaller pieces were not edible.

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    Ask the Community - Community Kitchen + Taproom

    Is the breading for fried items made with wheat flour? I would presume so. Just curious.

    Is there free parking?

    Yep, but you might need to drive around a bit depending on how busy it is.

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    Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Austin

    Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Austin

    4.3
    (3.5k reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    PRO TIP: If you're ordering for take-out, call the restaurant directly to place your order! When I…read morewent to go pick up my order, the cashier was graciously enough to inform me that their website is powered through DoorDash so if you order online, all the prices are unfortunately higher than their menu...so unfortunate to hear :( As for the food, I ordered the 3 Piece White Meat Chicken Plate, which came with 2 chicken breasts and 1 wing (they surprisingly give the full wing), and it comes with toast, baked beans, and cole slaw be default. You can exchange the default sides for some other options for a little extra charge. It was wonderful to see how generous the portion sizes were, including the sides! The chicken was perfectly friend and breaded in my opinion while keeping the white meat tender -- it was still like that even after I put the leftovers in the air fryer the next day. The baked beans were very flavorful and the sweetness complimented the savory chicken well. The cheer on top moment was the fact that the chicken was seasoned with a spicy seasoning so there was a bit of a subtle spicy aftertaste in each bite! I'll definitely be back again! :)

    If I could give this place 100000 stars, I would. We were seated immediately and ordered their 2…read morepiece dark meat snack and plate with extra sides of baked beans, potato salad, and mac n cheese. How do they make their chicken that tender and juicy?? Also, why are the potato salad and mac n cheese the best I've ever had?? Our total came out to be ~$26, without tip. 5/5 Overall, great service, great food, and great experience! Parking is a bit hard since it's in downtown, but there is a parking garage across from the restaurant and it's only $5 for 0-2 hours, which I think is the best you can find. We also came on a Saturday around 2:30 pm. We got our food pretty quick so you can really just eat for 30 minutes and walk around downtown for a good 1.5 hours before coming back and leaving. We will definitely be back!

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    2 PC special with baked beans, greens, fried green tomatoes and mac & cheese
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    24 Diner

    24 Diner

    3.6
    (2.2k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    We were looking for a late-night restaurant with a variety of options to satisfy my picky daughter,…read moreand we ended up at 24 Diner. From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome throughout our visit. My daughter and I both ordered the chicken fried chicken, and she substituted the collard greens for mac and cheese. The sausage gravy served with the chicken fried chicken was a little unexpected, but I actually enjoyed the subtle kick of spice it had. The collard greens weren't for me, but that's more of a personal preference since I've never been a fan. The mac and cheese, however, felt like it was missing something. Maybe it was the blend of cheeses, but it wasn't the classic, ooey-gooey diner-style mac and cheese we were hoping for. My brother ordered the chicken and waffles. The waffles had a fermented aroma and tangy flavor that caught us off guard. After speaking with the manager, she explained that they're made with a sourdough batter. While that may appeal to some people, it just wasn't his favorite. Overall, we had a good experience thanks to the outstanding service and welcoming atmosphere. The food simply didn't match our personal tastes. That said, the restaurant was absolutely packed, so they're clearly doing something right. I would still recommend giving 24 Diner a try because everyone's palate is different, and their unique flavors may be exactly what you're looking for.

    I have lived in ATX for 40 years. Somehow just never made it to this place. The lady and I ordered…read morehummus, chicken and waffles and the sweet potato hash. The hummus wasn't bad per se, just the combination of flavors didn't work for me. That's a me thing. Someone else might dig it. My lady ordered the chicken and waffles. She said it wasn't bad, the chicken was juicy. I had the abomination that was the sweet potato hash. The eggs were ordered over medium. Fruit was the side. The eggs were cooked over well, way over well. Ok. Things happen. The hash was not fresh at all. Really quite soggy. Ok, so guessing it may have been cooked a day or two prior to ordering. Not well prepared, but not the end of the world, right? Here's the thing: there was an unmistakable flavor of rubber and/or plastic. This was the predominant flavor. I simply couldn't eat it. Maybe a wrapper or some other foreign item was inadvertently added. The small dish of watermelon, strawberry and pineapple was ok. This, with tip, was $65.00 just had water to drink. Wonder if they used to be good and have just fallen off, but IMHO not worth it at all.

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    Paperboy East

    Paperboy East

    4.5
    (1.5k reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Free parking

    Its pretty rare that I leave my plate empty, but this is by far one of the best if not the best…read morebrunch places I have visited. Our sever Madison was extremely welcoming and friendly and it's complemented with delicious chicken and biscuits. If you're in Austin this place is a must visit.

    What's the best brunch spot in Austin? Some say that spot might be Paperboy. It must be up to me to…read morecome to that conclusion. My beautiful girlfriend, traveling home from Vancouver, had a morning layover in Austin just recently on a weekday, and I got us a reservation to Paperboy East. Compared to the weekends, their schedule was a lot more open. On the weekends it can be nearly impossible to get a spot unless it's a few weeks in advance. We had a reservation at 8 am right when they opened, and when we walked in, we were seated immediately. The place looks like a modern twist on the old-school diners your grandparents love. There's also an upstairs and downstairs patio. Plenty of space! We were sat at one of the two-person tables. To start, I ordered their house drip coffee while my girlfriend got their "Lil Remi," an iced cappuccino with salted caramel. The black coffee was excellent and flavorful, while my girlfriend thought her Lil Remi was like a milkier shaken espresso that she really liked. From their starters, we ordered their Blueberry Lemon Pop Tart to share. I am a sucker for a homemade Pop Tart, and the jam on the inside was extremely fresh, and the icing and crust of the Pop Tart itself was sturdy and full of flavor. For our entrees, I ordered their Texas Hash with added avocado while my girlfriend ordered their famous Paperboy Pancake with chocolate chips as a full breakfast with bacon and two over-hard eggs. It wasn't a long wait at all to get our food. The Texas hash looked great and was presented quite nicely, which is a shame because I immediately proceeded to mash it all together to make sure every bite had a perfect balance of the roasted pork, sweet potatoes, egg, and avocado. It was very filling and substantial, which is great because I needed it to last me up to dinner. The pancake is the star of the show and is worth the order alone. The flying saucer they serve rises like a cake in the oven and is extremely fluffy. She was surprised with how it was a traditional pancake but loved how moist it was for its size. A perfect pancake to her. A perfect pancake to me because she couldn't finish it, so I took it to go and ate the last few bites immediately after dropping her off at the airport. For being an upscale diner in the prime area of Austin, I knew Paperboy was going to be pricey, but I honestly thought that it would crack $100 before tip between the two of us. I was very happy to see it was not even close to that and cost us about $80 with tip. To me, that felt fair for Austin, and I would pay that price any day of the week for a breakfast like we had. I've had a few of the locally owned brunch and breakfast spots in Austin and concur with the masses that this sits strongly at the top of the list. Best pancakes, best atmosphere, and the best times. RIYL: Good vibes served with maple syrup

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    Salty Sow

    Salty Sow

    4.3
    (3.4k reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    14 years in business

    The food here is delicious! One of my favorite desserts they have is the bananas fosters beignet…read more So good and shareable among two or three people! Come for happy hour for a good deal. They have private rooms you can reserve for special occasions.

    Salty Sow is one of the best options in Austin for a casual but DELICIOUS dinner that's extremely…read moreaffordable for the portion size and food quality! NOTES: - Reservations: available through OpenTable - Parking: free lot next to the building - Online ordering: available on their website through ChowNow for pickup - Happy hour: every day from 4:00 to 6:00 pm - Daily specials updated on their website THE HIGHS: - Hostess and server (Omar) were extremely welcoming and friendly - Container of water on the table so you can refill as needed - Food came out quickly after ordering - Fantastic portion sizes for the price THE LOWS: - Reservation didn't specify inside or outside and it was hot in the patio area THE PRICE: Very reasonable for the portion size and quality of food - All butter biscuits ($7.50) - Whipped cow's milk ricotta ($15.00) - Housemade pastrami sandwich ($22.00 each) - Cheese grits (menu said $8 but were charged $7) The total was $79.56 after tax ($6.06) but before tip. BEST BITES: - Pastrami sandwich (one of the BEST pastrami sandwiches I've ever had... packed with meat, bread is toasted well, and the fries are super crispy) - Biscuits (crispy outside, soft inside, and lots of layers... the molasses chili butter is sweet and melts into the biscuits) THE VERDICT: I had visited Salty Sow 4 years ago but hadn't been back just because there are SO many great places to eat in Austin. After coming back, I think Salty Sow is incredibly underrated and slept on... I already can't wait to visit again and will definitely recommend it to others!

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    Community Kitchen + Taproom - vegan - Updated August 2026

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