BBQ • Local Legend
Micklethwait Craft Meats
Legendary beef ribs and brisket — but don't sleep on the jalapeño cheese grits and lemon poppy seed coleslaw. Rosewood's crown jewel.
EASTside Magazine
East Austin
Dining Guide
The local's guide to eating and drinking well on the Eastside — legendary BBQ pits, taco trucks, neighborhood bistros, bakeries, brunch spots, and everything in between.
Curated by EASTside Magazine • Austin, Texas
Local Legends
Eastside Icons
Farm-to-Table
Hillside Farmacy
Something about Hillside Farmacy’s weekend brunches, patio dinners, and cocktails just makes sense. Set inside the lovingly renovated historic Hillside Drugstore, fresh seasonal food from local farms keeps this Eastside favorite feeling timeless.
BBQ
KG BBQ
Texas BBQ meets Egyptian spice. Pomegranate-glazed ribs, lamb shoulder, and creative sides make this one of East Austin's most distinctive takes on Texas barbecue.
Latin + Global Flavors
Around the World
Colombian
Casa Colombia
Scratch-made empanadas, arepas, bandeja paisa, and bright fresh-squeezed fruit drinks create a culinary trip through Colombia that longtime Austinites swear by.
Tex-Mex
Cisco’s
An East Austin institution serving flavorful Tex-Mex from breakfast through dinner. Go for breakfast tacos, migas, enchiladas, and a healthy dose of old-school Austin character.
Mexican
La Fruta Feliz
Breakfast served all day with chilaquiles, huevos rancheros, authentic breakfast tacos, and Mexican favorites.
Cajun
Lil’ Easy
Lil’ Easy brings New Orleans energy to East Austin with po’boys, frozen drinks, late-night bites, and a lively neighborhood atmosphere inside a converted gas station.
Tex-Mex
De Nada Cantina
Tacos, strong handcrafted margaritas in iconic pink cups, and an energetic patio make De Nada equal parts neighborhood cantina and East Austin happy-hour destination.
Breakfast + Bakery
Start Here
Bagels
Rockstar Bagels
Dense, chewy, and full of flavor. Add smoked carrot lox or brisket for a breakfast sandwich that genuinely sings.
Breakfast
Bird Bird Biscuit
Bringing joy one biscuit at a time, Bird Bird crafts handmade buttermilk biscuits loaded with creative combinations that have become an Austin breakfast favorite.
Donuts
S-H Donuts
This unassuming storefront houses fluffy-light donuts, kolaches, and savory breakfast croissants. The warmth of owners Sochea and Sarong makes every visit even sweeter.
Diner
Sawyer & Co.
Retro diner charm meets Southern comfort with brunch favorites, cheesy grits, burgers, and strong Proud Mary coffee in a bright mid-century setting.
Neighborhood Staples
Eat Like a Local
Healthy Fast Casual
Honest Mary’s
Wholesome grain bowls, fresh vegetables, and soothing sipping broths made in-house daily. Fresh ingredients and warm hospitality make this an easy everyday stop.
