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Where to Eat When You're in Austin, Texas!

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I enjoy nothing more than exploring new restaurants and hoping to share them with you. Here are my food/drink recommendations for when you're in Austin, Texas and in need of a place to eat or drink!
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Breakfast

 
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There's a bit of a line, but it's worth it!
Bird Bird Biscuit

Chinese

 
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This is the best AYCE anything in Austin. The meat is fresh and they have so many options to choose from at the buffet bar. The only downside is how popular they are. There's usually always a long wait for dinner.
Soupleaf Hot Pot - Austin Hotpot
 
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If you love peking duck, this is the place to go! They are usually pretty packed during weekend lunch, but if you come a bit later around 1-2pm, there shouldn't be a wait. Most of their dishes have large portions, and you can't beat the tenderness an...
Bamboo House Austin

Japanese

 
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Tancho has been one of the best sushi places that I've been to that is unique to Austin. Their omakase sets have the best variety of fish and preparation.
Tancho Sushi - Omakase for Everyone
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I absolutely love Choo Sando and the ease of which I can get great quality sushi but also some delicious sandos. They have so many options to choose from. Get there early because they tend to sell out around peak lunch time. Sometimes there's a line ...
Choo Sando & Omakase
 
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Such an innovative take on hotpot. Everything from the food to the experience is great.
DipDipDip Tatsu-Ya
 
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Chill Japanese bar vibes with a well rounded menu.
Kome

Mediterranean

 
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Everything here is a must try. It's super spacious, and looks beautiful inside and out!
Aba

Drinks

Whether to caffinate or to get a little sweet treat, I have the recommendations for you!

 
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Jo's Coffee is a must in Austin, but I particularly like this location due to how cute the inside is! It's also a great place to work/study if needed with plenty of seating.
Symphony Square - Jo's Coffee
 
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Love love love this place. I will come here multiple times during the weekend or even the same day! Sometimes the lines are long, but it's so worth it! My favorite drink is the Dong Ding Oolong Tea Latte.
ChiCha San Chen
 
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Perfect for when you're walking around Downtown and need a little pick me up.
Desnudo Coffee
 
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Super cute coffee shop!
Palomino Coffee
 
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Coffee? Beer? It's 5:00 somewhere!
Radio Coffee & Beer