Phoebe's Diner is such a classic! The best tasting comfort food with a twist that you'll find. I've…read moreeaten the chicken and biscuit twice now because of their Uber Eats BOGO deal - it's just too good to pass up! I always order a side of garlic aioli to dip the potatoes in. It's sooo good. I've only gone during lunch time before the rush so everything has been on time. Everyone is so friendly too. You need to try it!! Also, large parking lot on site (huge plus)!

Not quite the place we expected. With all the good reviews, we expected something a little better…read more Don't get me wrong the food was good just not what we are used to. The migas were more like a veggie omelette. Again good but not what we wanted. The masa balls were a bit undercooked, at least for our tastes. We also had Phoebe's Benedict. We asked for over hard eggs and they came out crispy. The ham was almost as thick as the bread. The ambiance was a little ruined for us when we were sat right next to another table just a foot away from us. That's ok if it was crowded but there were plenty of open tables and staff. The service was good. The food came out fast. Just not quite what we like.

I stopped today with my husband and absolutely LOVED it, I'm definitely gonna be back!!…read moreBut let me tell you more! The indoor is very beautiful and smells like cinnamon and apple (a scent that I love), especially going towards the bathrooms. Theres a bar section with plenty of seating and the room inside the restaurant is overall very spacious. I didn't see much of the indoor as I decided to sit outside in the patio. Although being during the Texas summer, the patio has plenty of (very powerful) fans! The view of the green belt next to the restaurant is amazing, and there is also an outdoor bar, which gives impeccable vibes. We ordered two starters and had plenty of food! My husband ordered the Barbacoa Stackers (slow roasted barbacoa, refried black beans, Jack cheese, JAK slaw, Cotija cheese) I personally loved them! The meat was tasty and juicy, the black beans were perfectly cooked and everything was so rich in flavor. Definitely a 10/10! I ordered the Homemade Buttermilk Biscuit, served with honey & seasonal fruit flavored butter (with a side of yummy bacon) Today they had strawberry flavor, and there was even strawberry jam. I have to be honest, THE BEST biscuits I've ever had in my life! And I love me some good biscuits! They were buttery and crumbly to the right point! The strawberry butter with the strawberry jam was the perfect combo! We were told the biscuits are made fresh every morning, and I love that! It was definitely a 1000/10! We also got some chips and salsa. Chips are very crunchy, and the salsa is spicy to the right point! Now I'm building my tolerance with the spicy and this salsa was really yummy, and can build up the spice! The waiter who served it to us, brought it over in a small mason jar and emptied it in the little container for our table, which was something I've never seen done like this. Definitely appreciated it! Makes me think they make their own salsa (forgot to check on that!) They also gave us a complimentary pita bread with pimento, and it was delicious! The pita bread was very crunchy and salty to the right point! They even gifted me a portion of peach and strawberry cobbler, topped with ice cream, for my birthday and it was insane! The flavor was perfectly sweet and mixed with the ice cream was very refreshing and still warm and melting in my mouth! Probably one of the best cobblers I've ever had! And keep in mind, we got here that we weren't feeling super hungry, and yet we were able to appreciate every single bite cause it was so good!! Last but not least - Ali, our server, was incredible! She was so nice throughout the whole dining experience and made sure we had everything we needed. She was so kind to ask if I could add peach puree to my freshly squeezed lemonade (which is a 10/10), and even made sure I had plenty of strawberry butter for my biscuits. We definitely took some leftovers home and I can't wait to have the remaining biscuit in the morning!

I recently had a work meeting in Austin, and I booked a large group at this spot. I can easily say,…read morethis will be my go-to every time I come back to Austin. Between the phenomenal service, the ease of catering to a big group, and the amazing food, this place is a 10 out of 10. The pimento cheese is a great touch. I personally ordered the Ruby Grilled Trout, which was perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned, and came with the perfect garnishes. My group loved their food!!

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

This is my first trying Paperboy, I've heard many great things about it. The wait can get long on…read morethe weekends so I recommend going earlier before the rush. The ambiance in here is warm and inviting, there is a lot of natural light in here. It did get a little hot sitting at the table near the door but otherwise it felt nice in here. I ordered the chicken & biscuit along with a cheddar hash brown. I thought the food was pretty pricey but again this is Austin. The chicken was crispy, but a bit more crispy than you think it is. I had some parts where I felt like I was eating chicken jerky but the flavor was nice. I enjoyed the hot honey sauce on the chicken. The biscuit was harder than I expected it to be. Overall the food here was fine, a bit on the pricier side. Also, the parking here is limited as it is all street parking in an alley.

There menu is a bit small but it's QUALITY!!! I got the wagyu burger medium rare and it was…read moreAMAZING. Definitely makes me want to come back:)

Odd Duck in Austin is a casual yet chic spot with upscale, modern dishes, and while it doesn't have…read morea formal Michelin star, it holds the prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand. The service is friendly, and they have a small parking lot with free valet, which is a nice convenience. Getting in during happy hour also makes the prices feel very reasonable. The food was really good across the board. The aged wagyu burger, pork belly slider, and cast iron cheddar cornbread were all standouts. The fettuccine with shrimp, pork sausage, and kimchi alfredo was packed with flavor, and the spiced chips are a great side. If you are looking for creative, high-quality dishes in a fun and stylish setting, Odd Duck is a fantastic spot to check out in Austin.

Prolly the best BBQ I've ever had in Texas. Heck, the best BBQ I've ever had anywhere…read more Worth the waiting in line on a hot and steamy summer afternoon, and forever grateful they didn't run out of brisket before we were able to get some. The staff were personable, considering his busy they were. So helpful and engaged with customers. That alone would bring you back. But the smoked meats are hard to beat! I mean, brisket is the movie star, but the sausage and pulled pork weren't to shabby either. Everyone should go here at least 1 time. Then you'll always know how to tell a good BBQ.

Franklin BBQ was SO good! The portions were great for the price, we definitely could've shared a…read moresandwich because they give you plenty of food. I do wish they had a few more side options to choose from, but everything we tried was really good! Customer service was great, and even with the wait, it was definitely worth it. We really enjoyed our experience and would absolutely come back!

All right folks had to go back to try their brunch and again not disappointed at all. Reservations…read moreopen about three weeks in advance so I definitely kept checking to see when they would be available and snagged the 11 AM first reservation time slot available. I enjoyed the fact that their valet opened before 11 in the valet was $13 I believe so you got to get in there park your car and they also do have street parking. Should you choose to go that route. Once you're on the ground, you can venture around and look at all the beautiful peacocks and just their overall lovely landscaping. We were sat right away as they have a reservations line and then a walk-in line with the reservations line getting to be at first. Our table was half bench and chairs which the benches because they are kind of a velvety material made it a little bit hard to slide over so make note if you're wearing a long dress that happens to snag as you scoot on over. We ended up starting with the jalapeño cheddar kolache and the donut holes. These were both shared amongst three of the crew, which both were very tasty and the jalapeño cheddar kolache, however did have a little bit of a kick. Main course for myself was the shrimp and grits came with four very large shrimp. The grits were blue corn, which is new for me, but also very tasty. One of the crew left the decision up to the gentleman, assisting us and wound up having the tiramisu French toast. That was so rich and very decadent definitely more of a dessert than a breakfast item. As they found out, it was a birthday celebration for two of us at the crew. They did a very nice job at the end to provide with two funfetti scoops of ice cream with candles in them so we got a little happy birthday song and a sweet treat at the very end of the meal. I really enjoy this place from the service to the food. Everything just comes out really well. Highly recommend if you're in the area.

History: Henry & Mattie Faulk bought the property known as…read moreGreen Pastures (where the restaurant is located/Green Pastures itself is an inn & event property) in 1916. Twenty-three acres with pastures and gardens. Their daughter Mary was an incredible cook who loved making meals for family and friends. After getting married, she returned to live on the property for a few years. In 1946 she remodeled the farmhouse into a restaurant (which was at that time also called Green Pastures). The restaurant welcomed people of all religions and races since opening its doors in 1946 (18 years prior to desegregation in Austin). Decor/Design/Atmosphere: The grounds have peacocks strolling about and squirrels frolicking. It's like being transported to a magical fairytale land. It just oozes the generational love and caring put forth by Mary and her family so many decades ago. Lovely landscape. The Victorian architecture lends charm to the elegant decor from the floral wallpapers, stained glass windows, and fireplaces to the hardwood floors and the pastel and ethereal color scheme. There are multiple dining rooms and an upstairs bar (bar has a great peacock wallpaper). It truly feels like you've been invited to dine at a friend's house. ...And, what you've all been waiting for.. FOOD: HANDS DOWN BEST BRUNCH IN AUSTIN & MAYBE BEST BRUNCH EVER! My boyfriend and I shared the following: Fried Green Tomatoes- Comes with a crab + corn salad (that I didn't eat) my boyfriend lost his mind over the crab salad and we both lost our minds over the tomatoes. The breading was exactly what you expect on a green tomato fried up Southern-style. Light, airy, and seasoned to perfection. That batter was absolutely delightful. The tomatoes were crunchy yet warm and tender. A happy dance for our mouths. Rainbow Carrots- Wood grilled to perfection and topped with feta crumbles, a lemon vinaigrette, seeds, and hummus. The carrots were fabulously tender-crisp with sweet and tender centers. Tiramisu French Toast- The most wonderfully decadent and glorious brunch treat to cross our lips. This work of art included sticky toffee, molasses made of bourbon and espresso, and mascarpone (whipped). It left us both delightfully dizzy. We washed everything down with flavorful teas (in our own little pots). I stuck with a classic, Earl Gray as did the boyfriend who went with Jasmine Green. Both excellent selections. There are many things on the brunch menu (as well as the dinner menu) we still want to try and can't wait to get back. In fact , I will be heading back in a few weeks with friends. For that reason, I opted not to take pictures today. I do this every now and again (wait to take pics or not always take them at all...just depends on my mood & the vibe---don't try to figure me out, that's not for you to do.). 5/5 rating though it should be 10/10.

We hosted our rehearsal dinner in the private room at The Salt Lick with 75 guests, and it was…read moreabsolutely perfect. For folks from Tennessee, the setting had that perfect Texas vibe -- rustic, warm, and exactly the atmosphere we wanted for the night before our son's wedding. The staff helped us with setup from start to finish, including getting a mic set up for toasts, and everything ran smoothly all night. The food was fantastic -- we served ribs, brisket, and sausage, along with cole slaw, potato salad, and beans. Every dish was a hit with our guests, true to the Salt Lick's reputation for great Texas barbecue. A special shoutout to our servers, Frank and Kelsey -- they were phenomenal. Kelsey even took the time to help us figure out the best placement for our sound system, which made a huge difference for the evening. That kind of attentiveness and willingness to go above and beyond really made our night. If you're looking for a venue to host a large private event, I can't recommend The Salt Lick enough. Five stars all around!

A few weeks ago, it was my first time there and i was kindly greeted and sat by the host alex, it…read morewas great experience!

Wheatsville Co-op on Guadalupe is one of those spots that's easy to take for granted until you…read morerealize it might not be around forever. Since there are really two things to talk about here, the grocery store and the cafe. Both deserve a shoutout. Grocery If you're into health food and local Austin brands, this place has you covered. It's not a huge store, but the selection is solid and thoughtfully chosen. Lots of organic options, pantry staples, local brands, and of course, the famous popcorn tofu. It's a great alternative to the big chains, and you can tell they actually care about what they're putting on the shelves. Cafe The cafe is an underrated gem. Great sandwiches, a build-your-own salad bar, and some nice grab-and-go options like sushi. It's perfect for a quick lunch and offers healthier options than fast food. It's worth mentioning this location might be closing in the next year or two because of city mobility projects, which is a real loss for this part of town. Places like this matter, so it's worth showing them a little love while they're still here, and hopefully giving them reason to pop back up somewhere nearby down the line.

I'm going to miss this place! I love the selection, especially the vegan baked goods and premade…read morefood. They also have great tea options!

The vibes are great! The food is amazing, especially for a small kitchen. The service is always…read morefast and friendly:)) highly recommend checking it out!

Good dive-y bar with great drink options, solid food, and friendly staff!…read more It wasn't too crowded during the day on weekend and it was nice to hangout with some snacks and beer. They have quite fun paintings on hanging there as well. A huge fan! They have good selection of beers (and e had some with cherry, I think). The fried pickles super hot, fresh, and have great texture.

Emmer & Rye was such a good dining experience. We met up with friends for their dinner event…read morefeaturing visiting chef Rockman, and I'm so glad we did because everything was delicious. A quick parking tip: street parking was hard to find. We ended up parking in a garage, and I was shocked when my husband told me it cost $28. In hindsight, we should have just used the valet for $20. We had reservations and were seated immediately, which was a great start to the evening. The restaurant was busy and lively. The noise level was definitely on the higher side, but we could still carry on a conversation without having to shout across the table. Service was attentive, and the drinks were excellent. We started with the bread, and I don't say this lightly, it was the best bread I've ever had. It was a beautiful brioche stuffed with whipped ricotta and topped with candied pecans. I actually had to force myself to quit eating it so I'd have room for the rest of the meal. We also tried the Johnny Cakes, which were good, but they didn't stand out compared to everything else we ate. For our shared entrees, the Cacio e Pepe was outstanding. I've had this dish at a lot of restaurants, and I honestly can't remember having a better version. The Texas Akaushi Wagyu was very good as well. The tortelloni was another great choice, and the pappardelle was equally delicious. By the end of the meal, we were completely stuffed and couldn't even consider dessert, which is probably the best compliment I can give. Between the food, drinks, service, and overall experience, this was a memorable meal and one I'd happily repeat.

A little pasta deep dive because the grain is what's special here. Their homemade pasta is made…read morewith emmer and rye (hence the name), which gives it a more rustic, grain-forward texture. It tasted less glutenous and chewy, alittle more earthy than your traditional pasta the dishes were fresh and delicately made but i'll be honest....I had high expectations going in and it just didn't hit the mark for me. The food was good but I was waiting for the WOW effect and it never came. Maybe its the special pasta grain texture, it just wasn't for me! our fav dish was the rigatoni! we were told the johnny cakes were a must-get. Sure, the dipping sauce was creamy and good, it wasn't to-die-for! Yes!! I do have very high expectations for food