5 RESTAURANTS WE LOVE..
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El Tacorrido...
T: (512) 912-1939| Reviews
It may not be fine dining, but the drive thru at El Tacorrido nails it every
time with fresh, hot, made-to-order tacos. It’s not fast, but it comes right
to your car. You will never forgive yourself if you don’t try their Tacos de
Pescado (fish) and Tacos Al Pastor (roasted pork) with fresh pineapple
and cilantro. The queso and handmade chips are delish, too.
2
Enoteca & Vespaio...
T: (512) 441-7672 | Reviews
Visit one of the first spots to bring South Congress to life, seving pasta,
risotto, salads and pizza. Vespaio is a larger, upscale Italian restaurant,
and its little sister next door, Enoteca, is smaller and more casual,
with a great patio. Both use ingredients from their own garden. The
name Vespaio was inspired by a wasp nest found after demolition.
Always buzzing and excellent!
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Lenoir...
T: (512) 215-9778 | Reviews
Enjoy inventive farm to table dining at Lenoir, the loveliest place in
town, and sample small plates from their multi-course menu in a
chic, sexy, comfortable setting. No reservation? Still stop in to the
wine garden to chill under softly lit oaks and maybe take in a French
film. Tip: Ashley & Frank are members of Lenoir's CSR—they can get
you VIP treatment!
Snack Bar...
5
T: (512) 445-2626 | Reviews
Love this local, casual, clever place featuring another locally
sourced menu. Wonderful breakfasts/brunch. The Veggie Hash
with sweet potatoes, brussel sprouts, corn, bacon and a poached
egg is to die for. Open for lunch and dinner, with a perfect covered
patio just off SoCo. It’s obvious the owners love what they do.
Sway...
T: (512) 326-1999 | Reviews
Further down S. 1st, you’ll remember your meal at Sway, a
swanky Thai restaurant. Sit with friends or strangers around a
square table and swoon over different tangy, spicy, fresh flavors
that dance in your mouth. Look for a pink/purple lotus flower on
a modern slate grey building.
Ashley's Restaurant Guide...
Looking for more options to eat and live like a local? Please refer to Ashley's full restaurant guide, aptly
titled the "Live Like a Local Guide"! You'll find a full list of restaurants, as well as some good grocery and
take away options. And, if you still want for inspiration, please let her know!