The Austin Chronicle Restaurant Poll

1996 Index of Winners

34th Street Cafe

1005 W. 34th, 512/371-3400
www.34thstreetcafe.com

Winner: Critics Best Pizza

More about 34th Street Cafe in our Restaurant Guide

612 West

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Place We Wish Were Still Open

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Al Capone's Ristorante Italiano

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Italian

More about Al Capone's Ristorante Italiano in our Restaurant Guide

Amy's Ice Creams

various locations
amysicecreams.com

Winner: Readers Ice Cream

Honorable mention: Readers Comfort Food

Honorable mention: Readers Desserts

More about Amy's Ice Creams in our Restaurant Guide

Ararat

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Other Ethnic

More about Ararat in our Restaurant Guide

Asian-American Capitol Lunch

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Two-Fer Lunch Downtown

More about Asian-American Capitol Lunch in our Restaurant Guide

Austin Land & Cattle

1205 N. Lamar, 512/472-1813
www.alcsteaks.com

Honorable mention: Readers Steak

More about Austin Land & Cattle in our Restaurant Guide

B.B. Rover's Cafe & Pub

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Beer Selection

More about B.B. Rover's Cafe & Pub in our Restaurant Guide

Bagel Manufactory

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Bagels

Honorable mention: Readers Bagels

More about Bagel Manufactory in our Restaurant Guide

Bangkok Cuisine

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Thai

More about Bangkok Cuisine in our Restaurant Guide

Barbara Ellen's Hill Country Restaurant

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Restaurant Within 60 Miles

More about Barbara Ellen's Hill Country Restaurant in our Restaurant Guide

Basil's

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Romantic

Runner-up: Readers Italian

Honorable mention: Readers Service

Honorable mention: Readers Wine List

More about Basil's in our Restaurant Guide

Baskin-Robbins

various locations
www.baskinrobbins.com

Runner-up: Readers Ice Cream

More about Baskin-Robbins in our Restaurant Guide

Bennigan's

various locations

Honorable mention: Readers Beer Selection

Honorable mention: Readers Finger Food

More about Bennigan's in our Restaurant Guide

Bertram's

1601 Guadalupe-OUT OF BUS., 512/476-2743
austin.citysearch.com/E/V/AUSTX/0001/17/05/

Winner: Critics Best Wild Game Dish

Runner-up: Readers Romantic

Honorable mention: Readers Chef

More about Bertram's in our Restaurant Guide

Bitter End Bistro & Brewery

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Salad/Dressing (TIE)

Runner-up: Readers Pub Grub

Honorable mention: Readers Beer Selection

Honorable mention: Readers Chicken Dish

More about Bitter End Bistro & Brewery in our Restaurant Guide

Bluebonnet Cafe

211 Hwy. 281 N., Marble Falls, 830/693-2344
www.bluebonnetcafe.net

Honorable mention: Readers Restaurant Within 60 Miles

More about Bluebonnet Cafe in our Restaurant Guide

Bombay Grill

3201 Bee Caves Rd., 512/329-0234
www.bombaygrilltexas.com

Runner-up: Readers Indian

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Bottega de la Pasta

Winner: Critics Places We Wish Were Still Open

More about Bottega de la Pasta in our Restaurant Guide

Brick Oven Restaurant

various locations

Honorable mention: Readers Pizza

More about Brick Oven Restaurant in our Restaurant Guide

Brio Vista

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Appetizer

Runner-up: Readers Chef

Runner-up: Readers Upscale

Honorable mention: Readers New Restaurant

Honorable mention: Readers Romantic

More about Brio Vista in our Restaurant Guide

Bruegger's Bagels

3267 Bee Caves Rd., 512/394-7174
https://www.brueggers.com/

Honorable mention: Readers Bagels

More about Bruegger's Bagels in our Restaurant Guide

Buffet Palace

4608 West Gate Blvd., 512/892-1800
www.buffetpalace.net

Winner: Readers Buffet

More about Buffet Palace in our Restaurant Guide

Café Serrano's

More about Café Serrano's in our Restaurant Guide

Carmelo's Ristorante

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Italian

More about Carmelo's Ristorante in our Restaurant Guide

Carrabba's Italian Grill

11590 Research, 512/345-8232
www.carrabbas.com

Honorable mention: Readers Italian

More about Carrabba's Italian Grill in our Restaurant Guide

Castle Hill Cafe

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Favorites (1)

Winner: Readers Original Recipe

Runner-up: Readers Appetizer

Runner-up: Readers Desserts

Runner-up: Readers Upscale

Runner-up: Readers Wine List

Honorable mention: Readers American

Honorable mention: Readers Salad/Dressing

More about Castle Hill Cafe in our Restaurant Guide

Central Market North

4001 N. Lamar, 512/206-1000
centralmarket.com

Winner: Critics Best Take-Out

Runner-up: Readers Takeout

Honorable mention: Readers Bargain Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Place to Take Kids

Honorable mention: Readers Sushi

More about Central Market North in our Restaurant Guide

Chez Nous

CLOSED

Winner: Readers French

More about Chez Nous in our Restaurant Guide

Chez Zee

5406 Balcones Dr., 512/454-2666
chez-zee.com

Winner: Readers Desserts

Runner-up: Readers Chicken Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Other Restaurant Worth Noting

Honorable mention: Readers Sunday Brunch

More about Chez Zee in our Restaurant Guide

China Buffet

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Buffet

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China Town

735 Hill Country Dr., Kerrville, 830/896-6688
www.chinatownkerville.com

Runner-up: Readers Chinese

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Chuck E. Cheese's

9811 S I-35, 512/282-5000
10515 N Mopac Exp, 512/372-4700
www.chuckecheese.com

Runner-up: Readers Place to Take Kids

More about Chuck E. Cheese's in our Restaurant Guide

Chuy's

various locations
www.chuys.com

Winner: Readers Chile-Pepper Dish

Winner: Readers Chips and Hot Sauce

Winner: Readers Decor

Winner: Readers Enchiladas

Winner: Readers Favorites (10)

Winner: Readers Tex-Mex

More about Chuy's in our Restaurant Guide

Cisco's

1511 E. Sixth, 512/478-2420
https://www.ciscosaustin.com

Honorable mention: Readers Breakfast

Honorable mention: Readers Migas

More about Cisco's in our Restaurant Guide

City Grill

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Favorites (22)

Runner-up: Readers Seafood Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Appetizer

More about City Grill in our Restaurant Guide

Clearwater Cafe

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Natural Food

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Coffee Exchange

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Fat-Free Muffins

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Conans Pizza

2018 W. Stassney, 512/441-6754
2438 W. Anderson, 512/459-3222
www.conanspizza.com

Honorable mention: Readers Pizza

More about Conans Pizza in our Restaurant Guide

Copper Tank Brewing Co.

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Pub Grub

More about Copper Tank Brewing Co. in our Restaurant Guide

County Line

5204 FM 2222, 512/346-3664
6500 Bee Caves Rd., 512/327-1742
www.countyline.com

Winner: Readers Barbecue

Runner-up: Readers Place to Take Parents

More about County Line in our Restaurant Guide

Crown & Anchor Pub

2911 San Jacinto, 512/322-9168
www.crownandanchorpub.com

Honorable mention: Readers French Fries

Honorable mention: Readers Pub Grub

More about Crown & Anchor Pub in our Restaurant Guide

Curra's Grill

614 E. Oltorf, 512/444-0012
www.currasgrill.com

Winner: Critics Best Chicken Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Mexican (Not Tex-Mex)

More about Curra's Grill in our Restaurant Guide

Dan McKlusky's

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Steak

More about Dan McKlusky's in our Restaurant Guide

Dan's Hamburgers

various locations
www.dans-hamburgers.com/

Honorable mention: Readers Hamburger

More about Dan's Hamburgers in our Restaurant Guide

Delaware Sub Shop

various locations
www.delawaresub.com

Runner-up: Readers Sandwich

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Dolce Vita

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Ice Cream

More about Dolce Vita in our Restaurant Guide

Don Dario's Cantina

8801 S. I-35, 512/280-1131
www.dondarioscantina.com

Winner: Critics Best Chile Pepper Dish

More about Don Dario's Cantina in our Restaurant Guide

Dot's Place

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Comfort Food

More about Dot's Place in our Restaurant Guide

DoubleDave's Pizzaworks

various locations
www.doubledaves.com

Honorable mention: Readers Beer Selection

More about DoubleDave's Pizzaworks in our Restaurant Guide

Dr. Chocolate

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Ice Cream

More about Dr. Chocolate in our Restaurant Guide

Draught House Pub & Brewery

4112 Medical Pkwy., 512/452-6258
draughthouse.com

Winner: Critics Best Beer Selection (TIE)

More about Draught House Pub & Brewery in our Restaurant Guide

Eastside Cafe

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Favorites (3)

Winner: Readers Other Restaurant Worth Noting

Winner: Readers Soup

Runner-up: Readers Salad/Dressing

Runner-up: Readers Sunday Brunch

Runner-up: Readers Vegetables

Honorable mention: Readers Chicken Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Desserts

Honorable mention: Readers Natural Food

Honorable mention: Readers Original Recipe

Honorable mention: Readers Place to Take Parents

Honorable mention: Readers Service

Honorable mention: Readers Vegetarian

More about Eastside Cafe in our Restaurant Guide

Eat Out In

www.eatoutin.com

Winner: Readers Delivery

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El Arroyo

1624 W. Fifth, 512/474-1222
www.elarroyo.com

Honorable mention: Readers Enchiladas

More about El Arroyo in our Restaurant Guide

El Mercado

various locations
www.elmercadorestaurant.com

Runner-up: Readers Enchiladas

Honorable mention: Readers Tex-Mex

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El Rey

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Posole (TIE)

More about El Rey in our Restaurant Guide

El Rinconcito

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Mexican (Not Tex-Mex)

More about El Rinconcito in our Restaurant Guide

El Sol y la Luna

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Enchiladas

Winner: Critics Best Posole (TIE)

Honorable mention: Readers Breakfast

Honorable mention: Readers Mexican (Not Tex-Mex)

More about El Sol y la Luna in our Restaurant Guide

Empanada Parlour

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Finger Foods

Runner-up: Readers Finger Food

More about Empanada Parlour in our Restaurant Guide

Evita's Botanitas

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Chips & Hot Sauce

More about Evita's Botanitas in our Restaurant Guide

EZ's

Honorable mention: Readers Place to Take Kids

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Flipnotics

Runner-up: Readers Coffee

More about Flipnotics in our Restaurant Guide

Fonda San Miguel

2330 W. North Loop, 512/459-4121
fondasanmiguel.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (23)

Winner: Readers Mexican (Not Tex-Mex)

Winner: Readers Sunday Brunch

Runner-up: Readers Decor

Honorable mention: Readers Buffet

Honorable mention: Readers Place to Take Parents

More about Fonda San Miguel in our Restaurant Guide

Fortune Pho 75

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Bargain Restaurant

Honorable mention: Readers Vietnamese

More about Fortune Pho 75 in our Restaurant Guide

Fran's Hamburgers CLOSED

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Hamburger

More about Fran's Hamburgers CLOSED in our Restaurant Guide

Frank & Angie's Pizzeria

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Favorites (15)

Runner-up: Readers Desserts

Runner-up: Readers Pizza

Honorable mention: Readers Sandwich

More about Frank & Angie's Pizzeria in our Restaurant Guide

Fresh Choice

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Buffet

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Fuddruckers

various locations
www.fuddruckers.com

Runner-up: Readers Hamburger

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G/M Steakhouse

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Place We Wish Were Still Open

More about G/M Steakhouse in our Restaurant Guide

Gilligan's

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Salad/Dressing (TIE)

Runner-up: Readers Seafood Dish

More about Gilligan's in our Restaurant Guide

Golden Corral

7300 S. I-35, 512/383-8545
12509 N. Lamar, 512/973-8264
www.goldencorral.net

Honorable mention: Readers Buffet

More about Golden Corral in our Restaurant Guide

Good Eats

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers American

Runner-up: Readers Vegetables

Honorable mention: Readers Chicken-Fried Steak

Honorable mention: Readers Comfort Food

More about Good Eats in our Restaurant Guide

Granite Cafe

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Desserts

Honorable mention: Readers Sunday Brunch

More about Granite Cafe in our Restaurant Guide

Green Mesquite BBQ

1400 Barton Springs Rd., 512/479-0485
www.greenmesquite.net

Honorable mention: Readers Barbecue

More about Green Mesquite BBQ in our Restaurant Guide

Guero's Taco Bar

1412 S. Congress, 512/447-7688
www.guerostacobar.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (19)

Runner-up: Readers Tex-Mex

Honorable mention: Readers Chips and Hot Sauce

Honorable mention: Readers Enchiladas

Honorable mention: Readers Mexican (Not Tex-Mex)

Honorable mention: Readers Soup

More about Guero's Taco Bar in our Restaurant Guide

Gumbo's of Round Rock

901 Round Rock Ave., Round Rock, 512/943-4214
www.gumbosroundrock.com

Winner: Critics Best Restaurant Within Sixty Miles

Runner-up: Readers Other Restaurant Worth Noting

More about Gumbo's of Round Rock in our Restaurant Guide

Gunther's Restaurant

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Other Ethnic

More about Gunther's Restaurant in our Restaurant Guide

Hang Town Grill

Winner: Critics Best Malts & Milkshakes

Winner: Critics Best Place To Take Your Kids For Real Food

Runner-up: Readers Place to Take Kids

Honorable mention: Readers French Fries

Honorable mention: Readers Hamburger

More about Hang Town Grill in our Restaurant Guide

Hao Hao

1901 W. William Cannon #115, 512/447-8121
www.haohaoaustin.com

Honorable mention: Readers Vietnamese

More about Hao Hao in our Restaurant Guide

Hernandez Cafe

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Mexican Breakfast (TIE)

More about Hernandez Cafe in our Restaurant Guide

Hickory Street

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Salad/Dressing

Honorable mention: Readers Soup

More about Hickory Street in our Restaurant Guide

Hoffbrau Steaks

613 W. Sixth, 512/472-0822

Honorable mention: Readers Steak

More about Hoffbrau Steaks in our Restaurant Guide

Hot Jumbo Bagel

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Bagels

More about Hot Jumbo Bagel in our Restaurant Guide

Houston's

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Favorites (8)

Winner: Readers Salad/Dressing

Winner: Readers Service

Runner-up: Readers American

Runner-up: Readers Soup

Honorable mention: Readers Steak

Honorable mention: Readers Veggie Burger

More about Houston's in our Restaurant Guide

Hudson's on the Bend

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Favorites (28)

Winner: Readers Wild-Game Dish

Runner-up: Readers Restaurant Within 60 Miles

Honorable mention: Readers Original Recipe

Honorable mention: Readers Romantic

More about Hudson's on the Bend in our Restaurant Guide

Hula Hut

3825 Lake Austin Blvd., 512/476-4852
hulahut.com

Honorable mention: Readers Decor

Honorable mention: Readers Finger Food

Honorable mention: Readers Patio/Beer Garden

More about Hula Hut in our Restaurant Guide

Hunan Lion

4006 S. Lamar #1000, 512/447-3388
www.hunanlionaustin.com/

Runner-up: Readers Chinese

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Hut's Hamburgers

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Favorites (6)

Winner: Readers Hamburger

Winner: Readers Veggie Burger

Runner-up: Readers American

Runner-up: Readers Bargain Dish

Runner-up: Readers Chicken-Fried Steak

Runner-up: Readers Decor

Runner-up: Readers French Fries

Honorable mention: Readers Comfort Food

Honorable mention: Readers Wild-Game Dish

More about Hut's Hamburgers in our Restaurant Guide

Hyde Park Bar & Grill

4206 Duval, 512/458-3168
4521 Westgate Blvd., 512/899-2700
hpbng.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (21)

Winner: Readers French Fries

Runner-up: Readers Desserts

Runner-up: Readers Veggie Burger

Honorable mention: Readers American

Honorable mention: Readers Vegetables

More about Hyde Park Bar & Grill in our Restaurant Guide

Ichiban

7310 Burnet Rd., 512/458-3700
www.austinichiban.com

Honorable mention: Readers Sushi

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Iguana Grill

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Lakeside Food

More about Iguana Grill in our Restaurant Guide

IHOP

Various locations
www.ihop.com

Runner-up: Readers Breakfast

Honorable mention: Readers Smokers Restaurant

More about IHOP in our Restaurant Guide

Iron Works BBQ

100 Red River, 512/478-4855
www.ironworksbbq.com

Honorable mention: Readers Barbecue

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Jack in the Box

Various Locations
www.jackinthebox.com

Runner-up: Readers Finger Food

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Jean-Luc's Bistro

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best New Restaurant

Winner: Readers Favorites (33)

Runner-up: Readers French

More about Jean-Luc's Bistro in our Restaurant Guide

Jean-Pierre's Upstairs

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers French

More about Jean-Pierre's Upstairs in our Restaurant Guide

Jeffrey's

1204 W. Lynn, 512/477-5584
jeffreysofaustin.com

Winner: Critics Best Original Dessert Menu

Winner: Readers Chef

Winner: Readers Favorites (12)

Winner: Readers Upscale

Runner-up: Readers Romantic

Honorable mention: Readers Appetizer

Honorable mention: Readers Service

Honorable mention: Readers Wild-Game Dish

More about Jeffrey's in our Restaurant Guide

Juan in a Million

2300 E. Cesar Chavez, 512/472-3872
www.juaninamillion.com

Winner: Critics Best Mexican Breakfast (TIE)

More about Juan in a Million in our Restaurant Guide

Katz's Deli & Bar

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Late Night/All Night

More about Katz's Deli & Bar in our Restaurant Guide

Kerbey Lane Cafe

various locations
kerbeylanecafe.com

Winner: Readers Breakfast

Winner: Readers Favorites (18)

Winner: Readers Late Night/All Night

Runner-up: Readers Comfort Food

Runner-up: Readers Migas

Honorable mention: Readers Chips and Hot Sauce

More about Kerbey Lane Cafe in our Restaurant Guide

Kim Phung Chinese & Vietnamese Restaurant

7601-I N. Lamar, 512/451-2464
www.kimphungaustin.com

Winner: Readers Bargain Dish

Winner: Readers Favorites (25)

Winner: Readers Other Asian

Winner: Readers Vietnamese

Honorable mention: Readers Tofu Dish

More about Kim Phung Chinese & Vietnamese Restaurant in our Restaurant Guide

Korea House

2700 W. Anderson Ln. #501, 512/458-2477
koreahouseaustin.com/

Runner-up: Readers Other Asian

Runner-up: Readers Sushi

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Kreuz Market

619 N. Colorado, Lockhart, 512/398-2361
www.kreuzmarket.com

Honorable mention: Readers Restaurant Within 60 Miles

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Kyoto

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Sushi

Honorable mention: Readers Other Asian

More about Kyoto in our Restaurant Guide

La Madeleine

701-G South Capital of Texas Hwy., 512/306-1998
9828 Great Hills Trail #650, 512/502-2474
www.lamadeleine.com

Runner-up: Readers French

More about La Madeleine in our Restaurant Guide

La Zona Rosa CLOSED

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Sunday Brunch

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Landry's Seafood House

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Seafood Dish

More about Landry's Seafood House in our Restaurant Guide

Las Manitas Avenue Cafe

www.savelasmanitas.org/en

Winner: Critics Best Soy Chorizo

Winner: Readers Migas

Honorable mention: Readers Breakfast

Honorable mention: Readers Mexican (Not Tex-Mex)

More about Las Manitas Avenue Cafe in our Restaurant Guide

Las Palomas

3201 Bee Caves Rd. #122, 512/327-9889
www.laspalomasrestaurant.com

Winner: Critics Best Interior Mexican

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Little City

Winner: Critics Best Coffee

Honorable mention: Readers Coffee

More about Little City in our Restaurant Guide

Lone Star Cafe Texas Grill

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Chicken-Fried Steak

More about Lone Star Cafe Texas Grill in our Restaurant Guide

Longhorn Po-Boys & Falafel

Honorable mention: Readers Sandwich

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Louie's 106

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Sophisticated Decor (TIE)

Winner: Readers Appetizer

Winner: Readers Favorites (16)

Winner: Readers Finger Food (TIE)

Winner: Readers Smokers Restaurant

Runner-up: Readers Wine List

Honorable mention: Readers Upscale

More about Louie's 106 in our Restaurant Guide

Luby's

various locations
www.lubys.com

Runner-up: Readers Comfort Food

Runner-up: Readers Place to Take Parents

Honorable mention: Readers Bargain Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Place to Take Kids

More about Luby's in our Restaurant Guide

Mad Dog & Beans

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Place We Wish Were Still Open

More about Mad Dog & Beans in our Restaurant Guide

Magnolia Cafe

1920 S. Congress, 512/445-0000
www.magnoliacafeaustin.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (11)

Runner-up: Readers Breakfast

Runner-up: Readers Late Night/All Night

Runner-up: Readers Smokers Restaurant

Honorable mention: Readers Migas

More about Magnolia Cafe in our Restaurant Guide

Mangia Chicago Stuffed Pizza

various locations
www.mangiapizza.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (26)

Winner: Readers Pizza

Winner: Readers Takeout

Runner-up: Readers Delivery

More about Mangia Chicago Stuffed Pizza in our Restaurant Guide

Manuel's

310 Congress, 512/472-7555
10201 Jollyville Rd., 512/345-1042
www.manuels.com

Winner: Critics Best Appetizers

Runner-up: Readers Chile-Pepper Dish

Runner-up: Readers Mexican (Not Tex-Mex)

More about Manuel's in our Restaurant Guide

Marco Polo Restaurant

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Buffet

More about Marco Polo Restaurant in our Restaurant Guide

Mars Restaurant and Bar

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Decor

Honorable mention: Readers Other Asian

Honorable mention: Readers Upscale

More about Mars Restaurant and Bar in our Restaurant Guide

Martin Brothers

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Favorites (20)

Winner: Readers Natural Food

Winner: Readers Tofu Dish

Runner-up: Readers Salad/Dressing

Runner-up: Readers Vegetarian

Honorable mention: Readers Soup

Honorable mention: Readers Vegetables

Honorable mention: Readers Veggie Burger

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Matt's El Rancho

2613 S. Lamar, 512/462-9333
mattselrancho.com

Honorable mention: Readers Enchiladas

Honorable mention: Readers Tex-Mex

More about Matt's El Rancho in our Restaurant Guide

McDonald's

Capital Plaza, 5355 N. I-35, 512/452-7473
303 E. Oltorf, 512/442-7717
1143 1/2 Airport, 512/926-1234
www.mcdonalds.com

Winner: Readers Place to Take Kids

Runner-up: Readers French Fries

More about McDonald's in our Restaurant Guide

Mezzaluna

Winner: Readers Favorites (4)

Winner: Readers Italian

Winner: Readers Wine List

Honorable mention: Readers Upscale

More about Mezzaluna in our Restaurant Guide

Mongolian BBQ A&S

9200 N. Lamar #100, 512/837-4898

Runner-up: Readers Other Restaurant Worth Noting

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Mother's Cafe & Garden

4215 Duval St., 512/451-3994
www.motherscafeaustin.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (17)

Winner: Readers Vegetarian

Runner-up: Readers Soup

Runner-up: Readers Tofu Dish

Runner-up: Readers Vegetables

Runner-up: Readers Veggie Burger

Honorable mention: Readers Natural Food

Honorable mention: Readers Salad/Dressing

More about Mother's Cafe & Garden in our Restaurant Guide

Mozart's Coffee Roasters

3825 Lake Austin Blvd., 512/477-2900
mozartscoffee.com

Honorable mention: Readers Coffee

More about Mozart's Coffee Roasters in our Restaurant Guide

Mr. Gatti's

various locations

Runner-up: Readers Buffet

Runner-up: Readers Delivery

More about Mr. Gatti's in our Restaurant Guide

Mr. Natural

2414-A S. Lamar, 512/916-9223
1901 E. Cesar Chavez, 512/477-5228
www.mrnatural-austin.com

Winner: Critics Best Vegetarian

Runner-up: Readers Natural Food

Honorable mention: Readers Vegetarian

More about Mr. Natural in our Restaurant Guide

Musashino Sushi Dokoro

2905 San Gabriel St. #200, 512/795-8593
https://www.musashinoatx.com

Winner: Critics Best Sushi

Runner-up: Readers Sushi

More about Musashino Sushi Dokoro in our Restaurant Guide

Ninfa's

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Chips and Hot Sauce

More about Ninfa's in our Restaurant Guide

Nuevo León

More about Nuevo León in our Restaurant Guide

Pao's Mandarin House

2300 Lohmans Spur #134, Lakeway, 512/263-8869
www.paosmandarinhouse.blogspot.com

Runner-up: Readers Dim Sum

Honorable mention: Readers Chinese

More about Pao's Mandarin House in our Restaurant Guide

Papa John's Pizza

411 W. MLK, 512/476-7272
www.papajohns.com

Honorable mention: Readers Delivery

More about Papa John's Pizza in our Restaurant Guide

Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

6319 N. I-35, 512/452-9363
www.pappadeaux.com

Winner: Readers Seafood Dish

More about Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen in our Restaurant Guide

Phoenicia Bakery & Deli

2912 S. Lamar, 512/447-4444
4701-A Burnet Rd., 512/323-6770
www.phoeniciabakery.com

Winner: Critics Best Bargain Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Bakery

Honorable mention: Readers Other Ethnic

More about Phoenicia Bakery & Deli in our Restaurant Guide

Pizza Hut

1811 Guadalupe, 512/320-8030
Various locations, 512/444-4444
www.pizzahut.com

Honorable mention: Readers Delivery

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Pizza Nizza

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Favorites (29)

Runner-up: Readers Pizza

Honorable mention: Readers Decor

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Players

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers French Fries

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Rainbow Seafood Restaurant

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Dim Sum

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Romano's Macaroni Grill

701 E. Stassney, 512/693-9076
9828 Great Hills Trail, 512/795-0460
2501 S. I-35, Round Rock, 512/341-7979
www.macaronigrill.com

Runner-up: Readers Italian

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Romeo's

Honorable mention: Readers Italian

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Roppolo's Pizzeria

various locations
www.roppolos.com

Honorable mention: Readers Pizza

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Ruby's BBQ

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Barbecue

Honorable mention: Readers Late Night/All Night

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Ruta Maya

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Coffee

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Ruth's Chris Steak House

107 W. Sixth, 512/477-7884
www.ruthschris-austin.com

Winner: Readers Steak

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Saigon Kitchen

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Vietnamese

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Sam's BBQ

2000 E. 12th, 512/478-0378
samsbarbque.com/

Honorable mention: Readers Barbecue

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Satay

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Other Asian

Runner-up: Readers Thai

Runner-up: Readers Tofu Dish

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Schlotzsky's

various locations
www.schlotzskys.com

Runner-up: Readers Sandwich

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Scholz Garten

1607 San Jacinto, 512/474-1958
www.scholzgarten.com/

Runner-up: Readers Patio/Beer Garden

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Sea Dragon

8776-B Research, 512/451-5051
www.seadragontx.com

Winner: Critics Best Vietnamese

Winner: Readers Favorites (32)

Runner-up: Readers Chef

Runner-up: Readers Chicken Dish

Runner-up: Readers Vietnamese

Honorable mention: Readers Chinese

Honorable mention: Readers Tofu Dish

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Seoul Food

10601 FM 2222, 512/241-2949

Winner: Readers Favorites (31)

Runner-up: Readers Sushi

Honorable mention: Readers Other Asian

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Serrano's

various locations
www.serranos.com

Honorable mention: Readers Enchiladas

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Shady Grove

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Favorites (13)

Winner: Readers Patio/Beer Garden

Runner-up: Readers Chile-Pepper Dish

Runner-up: Readers French Fries

Honorable mention: Readers Finger Food

Honorable mention: Readers Hamburger

Honorable mention: Readers Veggie Burger

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Shanghai Chinese Restaurant

6718 Middle Fiskville Rd, 512/458-8088
6718 Middle Fiskville, 512/458-8088
https://shanghaichinesedimsum.com/

Honorable mention: Readers Dim Sum

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Shoreline Grill

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Seafood Dish

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Short Stop Deluxe Hamburgers

2217 E. Seventh, 512/469-0607

Honorable mention: Readers Fast Food

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Skyline Grill

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Favorites (7)

Runner-up: Readers Bargain Dish

Runner-up: Readers Chef

Runner-up: Readers New Restaurant

Runner-up: Readers Original Recipe

Runner-up: Readers Waitperson

Runner-up: Readers Wild-Game Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Chicken Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Chicken-Fried Steak

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Sonic

various locations
www.sonicdrivein.com

Runner-up: Readers Fast Food

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Souper Salads

various locations
www.soupersalad.com

Honorable mention: Readers Salad/Dressing

Honorable mention: Readers Soup

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Star of India

2900 W. Anderson Ste. 12-D, 512/452-8199
www.starofindiaaustin.com

Runner-up: Readers Indian

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Star Seeds Cafe

3101 Interstate 35 Frontage Rd, 512/478-7107
www.starseedscafe.com

Winner: Critics Best Late Night/All Night

Runner-up: Readers Smokers Restaurant

Honorable mention: Readers Breakfast

Honorable mention: Readers Late Night/All Night

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Starbucks Coffee

various locations
www.starbucks.com

Winner: Readers Coffee

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Stubb's

801 Red River, 512/480-8341
stubbsaustin.com

Honorable mention: Readers Barbecue

Honorable mention: Readers New Restaurant

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Sullivan's Steakhouse

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Sophisticated Decor (TIE)

Winner: Readers Favorites (27)

Runner-up: Readers New Restaurant

Runner-up: Readers Smokers Restaurant

Runner-up: Readers Steak

Honorable mention: Readers Upscale

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Suzi's China Kitchen

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Chinese

Winner: Readers Chinese

Winner: Readers Favorites (30)

Runner-up: Readers Takeout

Honorable mention: Readers Delivery

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Sweetish Hill Bakery & Cafe

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Bakery

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Taco Bell

1910 Airport, 512/442-5395
www.tacobell.com

Runner-up: Readers Fast Food

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Taco Cabana

2117 W. Ben White
various locations
www.tacocabana.com

Winner: Readers Fast Food

Honorable mention: Readers Late Night/All Night

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Taj Palace

6700 Middle Fiskville, 512/452-9959
www.tajpalaceaustin.net

Winner: Readers Indian

Runner-up: Readers Buffet

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Takeout Taxi

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Delivery

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Tamale House

1707 E. Sixth, 512/495-9504
https://www.fb.com/tamalehouse.east

Honorable mention: Readers Bargain Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Fast Food

Honorable mention: Readers Migas

Honorable mention: Readers Takeout

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Ted's Greek Corner

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Downtown Ethnic Dive

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Texadelphia

various locations
www.texadelphia.com

Honorable mention: Readers Sandwich

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Texas French Bread

various locations
texasfrenchbread.com

Runner-up: Readers Bakery

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Texas Land & Cattle

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Steak

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Texicalli Grille

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Sandwiches

Runner-up: Readers Waitperson

Honorable mention: Readers Sandwich

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Texpresso

2700 W. Anderson, 512/467-9898

Honorable mention: Readers Coffee

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TGI Friday's

10000 Research (at the Arboretum), 512/345-6410
www.tgifridays.com

Runner-up: Readers Finger Food

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Thai Kitchen

3437 Bee Caves Rd., 512/328-3538
3009 Guadalupe, 512/474-2575
www.thaikitchenofaustin.com

Winner: Readers Thai

Runner-up: Readers Soup

Honorable mention: Readers Chile-Pepper Dish

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Thai Noodle House

2602 Guadalupe, 512/494-1011

Honorable mention: Readers New Restaurant

Honorable mention: Readers Thai

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Thai Soon

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Thai

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The Bagelry

various locations

Runner-up: Readers Bagels

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The Belgian Restaurant

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Romantic

Runner-up: Readers Other Ethnic

Honorable mention: Readers French

Honorable mention: Readers Romantic

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The Dog & Duck Pub

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Pub Grub

Runner-up: Readers Beer Selection

Honorable mention: Readers Patio/Beer Garden

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The Emerald Restaurant

13614 Hwy. 71 W., 512/963-4272
www.theemeraldrestaurant.com

Honorable mention: Readers Restaurant Within 60 Miles

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The Ginger Man

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Beer Selection (TIE)

Winner: Readers Beer Selection

Runner-up: Readers Patio/Beer Garden

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The Oasis

6550 Comanche Trl., 512/266-2442
oasis-austin.com

Runner-up: Readers Place to Take Parents

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The Old Alligator Grill

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Cajun Kiss

Honorable mention: Readers Appetizer

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The Salt Lick

18300 FM 1826, Driftwood, 512/858-4959
3350 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock, 512/386-1044
www.saltlickbbq.com

Winner: Readers Restaurant Within 60 Miles

Runner-up: Readers Barbecue

Honorable mention: Readers Place to Take Parents

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The Tavern

922 W. 12th, 512/320-8377
tavernaustin.com

Honorable mention: Readers Pub Grub

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Threadgill's

CLOSED

Winner: Readers American

Winner: Readers Chicken-Fried Steak

Winner: Readers Comfort Food

Winner: Readers Favorites (2)

Winner: Readers Place to Take Parents

Winner: Readers Vegetables

Winner: Readers Waitperson

Runner-up: Readers Chicken Dish

Runner-up: Readers Service

Honorable mention: Readers Bargain Dish

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ThunderCloud Subs

various locations
thundercloud.com

Winner: Readers Sandwich

Runner-up: Readers Fast Food

Honorable mention: Readers Takeout

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Tien Hong

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Dim Sum

Honorable mention: Readers Chinese

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TRIO at the Four Seasons

98 San Jacinto, 512/685-8300
www.trioaustin.com

Winner: Critics Best Seafood Dishes (TIE)

Winner: Critics Best Waitservice

Runner-up: Readers Sunday Brunch

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Trudy's

various locations
www.trudys.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (24)

Winner: Readers Finger Food (TIE)

Runner-up: Readers Chips and Hot Sauce

Runner-up: Readers Enchiladas

Runner-up: Readers Migas

Honorable mention: Readers Other Restaurant Worth Noting

Honorable mention: Readers Tex-Mex

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Twin Dragon

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Vietnamese

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Upper Crust Bakery

4508 Burnet Rd., 512/467-0102
theuppercrustbakery.com

Winner: Readers Bakery

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Walburg Mercantile

corner of FM 972 & FM 1105, Walburg, 512/863-8440
3777 @ FM 972, Walburg, 512/863-8440

Runner-up: Readers Restaurant Within 60 Miles

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Waterloo Brewing Co.

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Patio/Beergarden

Runner-up: Readers Beer Selection

Runner-up: Readers Pub Grub

Honorable mention: Readers Patio/Beer Garden

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Waterloo Ice House

various locations
www.waterlooicehouse.com

Winner: Critics Best Hamburgers

Honorable mention: Readers Pub Grub

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Wendy's

various locations
www.wendys.com

Runner-up: Readers Fast Food

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West Lynn Cafe

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Favorites (14)

Runner-up: Readers Vegetarian

Honorable mention: Readers Natural Food

Honorable mention: Readers Tofu Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Vegetables

Honorable mention: Readers Wine List

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Wheatsville Food Co-op

3101 Guadalupe, 512/478-2667
4001 S. Lamar, 512/814-2888
wheatsville.coop

Winner: Critics Best Natural Lunch On The Go

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Xena

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Chicken Dish

Winner: Readers Favorites (9)

Winner: Readers New Restaurant

Runner-up: Readers Appetizer

Runner-up: Readers Original Recipe

Runner-up: Readers Service

Runner-up: Readers Wild-Game Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Desserts

Honorable mention: Readers Seafood Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Waitperson

Honorable mention: Readers Wine List

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Z'Tejas

various locations
ztejas.com

Winner: Critics Best Alternative Margarita

Winner: Critics Best Seafood Dishes (TIE)

Winner: Readers Favorites (5)

Runner-up: Readers Original Recipe

Honorable mention: Readers Appetizer

Honorable mention: Readers Chips and Hot Sauce

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Zoot

11715 Bee Caves Rd., 512/477-6535
www.zootrestaurant.com

Winner: Critics Best Upscale American Regional

Winner: Critics Best Wine List

Honorable mention: Readers Romantic

Honorable mention: Readers Wine List

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