The Austin Chronicle Restaurant Poll

2011 Index of Winners

219 West

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Runner-up: Readers Appetizer

More about 219 West in our Restaurant Guide

24 Diner

600 N. Lamar, 512/472-5400
www.24diner.com

Runner-up: Readers Veggie Burger

Honorable mention: Readers American

Honorable mention: Readers Beer Selection

Honorable mention: Readers Chicken Dish

Honorable mention: Readers French Fries

Honorable mention: Readers Late-Night/All-Night

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3 Little Pigs

1209 Rosewood, 512/653-5088
www.3littlepigsaustin.com

Winner: Critics Best Pork Belly

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Alborz Persian Cuisine

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Winner: Readers Middle Eastern

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Amy's Ice Creams

various locations
amysicecreams.com

Winner: Readers Ice Cream

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Antojitos Hondureanos

7901 Cameron Rd., Suite 5C, 512/719-5515

Winner: Critics Strip Mall Tamale Heaven (TIE)

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Apothecary Cafe & Wine Bar

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Other Restaurant Worth Noting

Honorable mention: Readers Wine List

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Aquarelle

Runner-up: Readers French

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Arte y Chocolate

www.aychocolate.com/

Honorable mention: Readers Local Chocolate

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Artisan Bistro, Patisserie & Boulangerie

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Winner: Critics Best Apple Tart

Winner: Critics Best New Bistro

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Asi Es Colombia

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Winner: Critics Best Undiscovered Cuisine Gem

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Asia Cafe

8650 Spicewood Springs Rd. #115, 512/331-5788
www.asiacafetx.com/

Honorable mention: Readers Chinese

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Asti

408-C E. 43rd, 512/451-1218
www.astiaustin.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (35)

Runner-up: Readers Italian

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Austin Land & Cattle

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

Winner: Readers Steak

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Austin Scoops

9500 Escarpment, 512/535-4489
www.austinscoops.com

Honorable mention: Readers Ice Cream

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Austin's Pizza

various locations
www.austinspizza.com

Winner: Readers Delivery

Runner-up: Readers Pizza

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Bakerman's Patisserie and Chocolatier

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Winner: Critics Best King Cake

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Barley Swine

6555 Burnet Rd. #400, 512/394-8150
www.barleyswine.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (31)

Runner-up: Readers New Restaurant

Honorable mention: Readers Other Restaurant Worth Noting

Honorable mention: Readers Wild Game Dish

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Bartlett's

2408 W. Anderson, 512/451-7333
www.bartlettsaustin.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (18)

Runner-up: Readers American

Runner-up: Readers Salad/Dressing

Runner-up: Readers Service/Waitstaff

Honorable mention: Readers Chicken Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Place To Take Parents

Honorable mention: Readers Soup

Honorable mention: Readers Vegetables

Honorable mention: Readers Veggie Burger

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Berry Austin

200 Congress Ave, 512/827-2757
5523 Balcones Dr, 512/323-0606
www.berryaustin.com

Runner-up: Readers Frozen Yogurt

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Bits & Druthers

1001 E. Sixth, 361/850-0645
www.facebook.com/bitsanddruthers

Runner-up: Readers Street Food

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Black Sheep Lodge

2108 S. Lamar, 512/707-2744
www.blacksheeplodge.com

Runner-up: Readers Pub Grub

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Blue Bell Ice Cream

9427 Middle Fiskville, 512/836-3690

Runner-up: Readers Ice Cream

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Blue Dahlia Bistro

3663 Bee Cave Rd., 512/306-1668
www.bluedahliabistro.com

Honorable mention: Readers French

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Bola Pizza

www.bolapizza.com

Winner: Critics Best Wood-Fired Outdoor Slice of Pizza

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Botticelli's

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Honorable mention: Readers Other Restaurant Worth Noting

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Bouldin Creek Cafe

1900 S. First, 512/416-1601
bouldincreekcafe.com

Winner: Critics Best Makeover

Winner: Readers Vegetarian/Natural Food (TIE)

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Broken Spoke

3201 S. Lamar, 512/442-6189
www.brokenspokeaustintx.net

Honorable mention: Readers Chicken-Fried Steak

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Buenos Aires Cafe

13500 Galleria Cir., U-120, Bee Cave, 512/441-9000
1201 E. Sixth, 512/344-9198
buenosairescafe.com

Winner: Readers Central/South American

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Buffet Palace

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

Runner-up: Readers Buffet

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Cannoli Joe's

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Honorable mention: Readers Buffet

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Casa Colombia

2409 E. Seventh, 512/495-9425
www.casa-colombia.com

Honorable mention: Readers Central/South American

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Casa de Luz

1701 Toomey, 512/476-2535
www.casadeluz.org

Winner: Readers Vegetarian/Natural Food (TIE)

Honorable mention: Readers Vegetables

Honorable mention: Readers Vegetarian Dish

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Central Market North

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

Runner-up: Readers Bread

Runner-up: Readers Place To Take Kids

Honorable mention: Readers Bagels

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Central Market South

4477 S. Lamar, 512/899-4300
https://centralmarket.com/austin-westgate-events-and-menus

Winner: Readers Grocery

Runner-up: Readers Gelato

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Changos Taqueria

Honorable mention: Readers Taqueria

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Cherrywood Coffeehouse

1400 E. 38th½, 512/538-1991
www.cherrywoodcoffeehouse.com

Winner: Critics Best Meal in a Taco Behemoth

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Chez Nous

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Winner: Readers Favorites (24)

Runner-up: Readers French

Runner-up: Readers Romantic

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Chez Zee

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

Winner: Readers Dessert

Winner: Readers Favorites (20)

Runner-up: Readers Sunday Brunch

Honorable mention: Readers French

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Chi'Lantro BBQ

various locations
chilantrobbq.com

Runner-up: Readers Street Food

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China Star

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Honorable mention: Readers Buffet

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Chinatown

107 W. Fifth, 512/637-8888
2712 Bee Caves Rd., 512/328-6588
3407 Greystone, 512/343-9307
www.austinchinatown.com

Runner-up: Readers Chinese

Honorable mention: Readers Dim Sum

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Chipotle Mexican Grill

various locations
www.chipotle.com

Honorable mention: Readers Fast Food

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Chon Som

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Honorable mention: Readers Thai

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Chuy's

various locations
www.chuys.com

Winner: Readers Chile-Pepper Dish

Winner: Readers Chips and Hot Sauce

Winner: Readers Enchiladas (TIE)

Winner: Readers Favorites (13)

Winner: Readers Tex-Mex

Honorable mention: Readers Place To Take Kids

Honorable mention: Readers Taco

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Cisco's

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

Honorable mention: Readers Mexican Breakfast

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Clay Pit

1601 Guadalupe, 512/322-5131
claypit.com

Winner: Readers Buffet (TIE)

Winner: Readers Favorites (33)

Winner: Readers Indian

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CoCo's Cafe

8557 Research #118, 512/833-6588
1910 Guadalupe, 512/236-9398
www.cocos-cafe.com

Winner: Readers Other Asian (TIE)

Winner: Readers Tofu Dish

Runner-up: Readers Chicken Dish

Runner-up: Readers Fast Food

Runner-up: Readers Soup

Runner-up: Readers Takeout

Runner-up: Readers Vegetarian Dish

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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

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Congress

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Winner: Critics The Team To Beat

Winner: Readers Favorites (25)

Runner-up: Readers Wine List

Honorable mention: Readers New Restaurant

Honorable mention: Readers Romantic

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Cool Haus

eatcoolhaus.com/austin

Honorable mention: Readers Ice Cream

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Costa del Sol

7901 Cameron #4, 512/832-5331
www.restaurantcostadelsol.com

Winner: Critics Strip Mall Tamale Heaven (TIE)

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Counter Cafe

603 W. 29th, 512/383-5341
1914-A E. Sixth, 512/351-9961
www.countercafe.com

Runner-up: Readers American Breakfast

Honorable mention: Readers Hamburger

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Counter Culture

2908 Fruth, 737/357-9522
www.countercultureaustin.com

Winner: Readers Vegetarian/Natural Food (TIE)

Honorable mention: Readers Vegetarian Dish

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County Line

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

Runner-up: Readers Barbecue

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Cypress Grill

4404-L W. William Cannon, 512/358-7474
www.cypressgrill.net

Winner: Readers Favorites (29)

Honorable mention: Readers Cajun/Creole

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Dan's Hamburgers

various locations
www.dans-hamburgers.com/

Honorable mention: Readers Hamburger

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Delysia Chocolatier

2000 Windy Terrace Ste. 2-C
www.delysia.com

Runner-up: Readers Local Chocolate

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Din Ho Chinese BBQ

8557 Research #116, 512/832-8788
www.dinhochinesebbq.com

Winner: Readers Chinese

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Dog Almighty

Runner-up: Readers Hot Dog

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Dolce Vita

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Honorable mention: Readers Gelato

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Dos Batos

2525 West Anderson, 512/452-0001
www.dosbatos.com

Winner: Critics Best Corn Side Dish

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Draught House Pub & Brewery

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

Winner: Readers Patio/Biergarten

Honorable mention: Readers Beer Selection

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East End Wines

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Winner: Critics Best Potential Juxtaposition of Swine and Wine

Winner: Critics Place To Discover Affordable Old World Wines

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East Side Pies

1401 Rosewood Ave., 512/524-0933
5530 Burnet Rd., 512/454-7437
13265 Hwy. 183 N. Ste. B, 512/488-9585
www.eastsidepies.com

Runner-up: Readers Delivery

Runner-up: Readers Pizza

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East Side Show Room

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Winner: Readers Favorites (34)

Runner-up: Readers Mixologist

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Eastside Cafe

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Favorites (23)

Winner: Readers Vegetables

Honorable mention: Readers Place To Take Parents

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Eat Out In

www.eatoutin.com

Honorable mention: Readers Delivery

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Eddie V's Prime Seafood

301 E. Fifth, 512/472-1860
www.eddiev.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (14)

Runner-up: Readers Appetizer

Runner-up: Readers Seafood Dish

Runner-up: Readers Steak

More about Eddie V's Prime Seafood in our Restaurant Guide

Einstein Bros. Bagels

various locations
www.einsteinbros.com

Winner: Readers Bagels

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El Arbol

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Winner: Critics Best Dining Alfresco

Runner-up: Readers Central/South American

Honorable mention: Readers Decor

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El Chile Cafe y Cantina

Runner-up: Readers Chips and Hot Sauce

Runner-up: Readers Mexican (non Tex-Mex)

Honorable mention: Readers Chile-Pepper Dish

More about El Chile Cafe y Cantina in our Restaurant Guide

El Chilito Tacos y Cafe

various locations
www.elchilito.com

Runner-up: Readers Taqueria

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El Meson

2038 S. Lamar, 512/442-4441
www.elmesonaustin.wordpress.com

Runner-up: Readers Mexican (non Tex-Mex)

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El Taco Rico

Winner: Critics Most Authentic, Funky Taqueria

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Enchiladas y Mas

1911 W. Anderson, 866/841-0948
https://enchiladas-y-mas.com/

Winner: Readers Enchiladas (TIE)

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Enoteca Vespaio

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Honorable mention: Readers Italian

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Evangeline Cafe

8106 Brodie Ln., 512/282-2586
evangelinecafe.com

Winner: Critics Best Muffaletta With a Side of Homemade Potato Chips

Winner: Readers Cajun/Creole

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Fadó Irish Pub & Restaurant

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Honorable mention: Readers Pub Grub

More about Fadó Irish Pub & Restaurant in our Restaurant Guide

Fiesta

3909 N. I-35, 512/406-3900
5510 S. I-35, 512/373-7800
www.fiestamart.com

Winner: Readers Ethnic Market (TIE)

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Fino Restaurant Patio & Bar

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Winner: Readers Appetizer

Winner: Readers Favorites (28)

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Flying Saucer

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Runner-up: Readers Beer Selection

Honorable mention: Readers Patio/Biergarten

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Fonda San Miguel

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

Winner: Readers Enchiladas (TIE)

Winner: Readers Favorites (19)

Winner: Readers Mexican (non-Tex-Mex) (TIE)

Runner-up: Readers Place To Take Parents

Runner-up: Readers Sunday Brunch

Honorable mention: Readers Decor

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Foreign & Domestic

306 E. 53rd, 512/459-1010
www.fndaustin.com

Winner: Critics Best Carrot Side Dish

Winner: Critics Best Place To Learn To Love Offal

Winner: Critics Best Restaurant To Try Pig’s Ears (or Something Like Them)

Runner-up: Readers New Restaurant

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Fortune Chinese Seafood Restaurant

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Honorable mention: Readers Dim Sum

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Frank

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Winner: Readers Favorites (26)

Winner: Readers Hot Dog

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Franklin Barbecue

900 E. 11th, 512/653-1187
www.franklinbbq.com

Winner: Critics Best Brisket in the History of the World

Winner: Critics Best Transition From Trailer to Brick-and-Mortar (and Barbecue)

Runner-up: Readers Barbecue

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Freddie's Place

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Runner-up: Readers Place To Take Kids

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Fricano's Deli

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Winner: Critics Where Everybody Really Does Know Your Name

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G'Raj Mahal Cafe

73 Rainey, 512/480-2255
www.grajmahalaustin.com

Runner-up: Readers Indian

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Get Sum Dim Sum

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Winner: Critics Best All-Day Dim Sum

Winner: Readers Dim Sum

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Gloria's Restaurant

3309 Esperanza Crossing #100, 512/833-6400
www.gloriascuisine.com

Honorable mention: Readers Central/South American

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Golden Corral

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

Honorable mention: Readers Buffet

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Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar

1287 Gruene Rd., New Braunfels, 830/625-0684
www.gristmillrestaurant.com

Honorable mention: Readers Restaurant Within 60 Miles of Austin

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Gumbo's

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Cajun/Creole

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H-E-B

1000 E. 41st., 512/459-6513
2508 E. Riverside Dr.

Runner-up: Readers Grocery

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Haddingtons

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Winner: Critics Most Interesting Use of Dr Pepper

Runner-up: Readers Pub Grub

Honorable mention: Readers New Restaurant

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Hai Ky

1931-B E. Oltorf, 512/693-2464
www.hai-ky.com

Winner: Readers Vietnamese

Honorable mention: Readers Bargain Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Pho

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Hill's Cafe

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Chicken-Fried Steak

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Ho Ho Chinese B.B.Q.

13000 N. I-35, Bldg. 6, 512/339-9088
www.hohochinesebbq.com

Winner: Critics Best Chinese Roasted Meats

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Home Slice Pizza

501 E. 53rd, 512/707-7437
1421 S. Congress, 512/444-7437
1415 S. Congress, 512/444-7437
homeslice.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (6)

Winner: Readers Pizza

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Hong Kong Supermarket

8557 Research Blvd., 512/339-2068

Runner-up: Readers Ethnic Market

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Hoover's Cooking

2002 Manor Rd., 512/479-5006
hooverscooking.com

Runner-up: Readers Chicken-Fried Steak

Runner-up: Readers Comfort Food

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Hopdoddy Burger Bar

various locations
www.hopdoddy.com

Winner: Critics Best Gourmet Burger, Fries, and Shake

Runner-up: Readers Hamburger

Honorable mention: Readers French Fries

Honorable mention: Readers New Restaurant

Honorable mention: Readers Veggie Burger

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Houndstooth Coffee

various locations
www.houndstoothcoffee.com

Runner-up: Readers Coffee

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Hudson's on the Bend

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Wild Game Dish

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Hut's Hamburgers

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Hamburger

Honorable mention: Readers Bargain Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Veggie Burger

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Hyde Park Bar & Grill

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

Winner: Readers French Fries

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IHOP

Various locations
www.ihop.com

Honorable mention: Readers American Breakfast

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III Forks

111 Lavaca, 512/474-1776
www.iiiforks.com

Honorable mention: Readers Steak

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Java Noodles

2400 E. Oltorf #14, 512/443-5282
www.javanoodlesaustin.com

Honorable mention: Readers Other Asian

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Jeffrey's

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

Honorable mention: Readers Romantic

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Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches

various locations
www.jimmyjohns.com

Runner-up: Readers Delivery

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Jo's Coffee

242 W. Second, 512/469-9003
1300 S. Congress, 512/444-3800
www.joscoffee.com

Winner: Readers Coffee (TIE)

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Juan in a Million

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

Winner: Readers Mexican Breakfast

Runner-up: Readers Bargain Dish

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Justine's Brasserie

4710 E. Fifth, 512/385-2900
justines1937.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (3)

Winner: Readers French

Winner: Readers Romantic

Runner-up: Readers Decor

Honorable mention: Readers Late-Night/All-Night

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Katz's Deli & Bar

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Place We Wish Were Still Open

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Kebabalicious

1311 E. Seventh, 512/394-6562
1720 Barton Springs Rd., 512/394-6562
Third & Congress, 512/394-6562
www.kebabalicious.com

Honorable mention: Readers Middle Eastern

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Kerbey Lane Cafe

various locations
kerbeylanecafe.com

Winner: Readers Late-Night/All-Night

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Kim Phung Chinese & Vietnamese Restaurant

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

Winner: Readers Pho

Runner-up: Readers Vietnamese

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Korea Garden

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Korean

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Korea House

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

Winner: Readers Korean

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Koriente Restaurant & Tea House

621 E. Seventh, 512/275-0852
www.koriente.com

Runner-up: Readers Korean

Honorable mention: Readers Tofu Dish

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La Boîte

More about La Boîte in our Restaurant Guide

La Catedral del Marisco

2711 E. Cesar Chavez, 512/476-7878
www.catedraldelmarisco.com

Winner: Critics Best South of the Border Seafood

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La Condesa

400-A W. Second, 512/499-0300
lacondesa.com/austin

Winner: Readers Decor

Winner: Readers Favorites (1)

Winner: Readers Mexican (non-Tex-Mex) (TIE)

Winner: Readers Mixologist (TIE)

Runner-up: Readers Appetizer

Runner-up: Readers Chef

Runner-up: Readers Chile-Pepper Dish

Runner-up: Readers Chips and Hot Sauce

Runner-up: Readers Dessert

Runner-up: Readers Happy Hour/Deal

Runner-up: Readers Ice Cream

Runner-up: Readers Service/Waitstaff

Honorable mention: Readers Place To Take Parents

Honorable mention: Readers Sunday Brunch

Honorable mention: Readers Taco

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La Mexicana Bakery

1924 S. First, 512/443-6369
www.la-mexicana-bakery.com

Honorable mention: Readers Bargain Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Full-Service Bakery

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La Michoacana Paletas

6908 Cameron, 512/451-9404
512 W. Stassney, 512/916-9938
www.lamichoacanameatmarket.com

Honorable mention: Readers Ethnic Market

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La Pâtisserie

602 W. Annie, 512/912-0033
www.lpaustin.com

Winner: Critics Best New Hostess Gift Idea

Winner: Critics Best New Sweets Shop

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La Sombra Bar & Grill

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Central/South American

Honorable mention: Readers Chile-Pepper Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Other Ethnic

Honorable mention: Readers Salad/Dressing

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La Traviata Italian Bistro

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Italian

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Lamberts

401 W. Second, 512/494-1500
www.lambertsaustin.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (17)

Honorable mention: Readers Barbecue

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Lamberts American Kitchen

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Fried Pies and Ice Cream (TIE)

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Lammes Candies

various locations
www.lammes.com

Runner-up: Readers Local Chocolate

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Las Manitas Avenue Cafe

www.savelasmanitas.org/en

Winner: Readers Place We Wish Were Still Open

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Leaf

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Salad/Dressing (TIE)

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Les Amis

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Place We Wish Were Still Open

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Little Deli & Pizzeria

7101-A Woodrow, 512/467-7402
1804 Briarcliff Blvd., 512/220-8346
https://littledeliandpizza.com

Honorable mention: Readers Sandwich

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Lucky Dog

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Hot Dog

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Lulu B's Vietnamese Sandwiches

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Vietnamese

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Madam Mam's

2514 Guadalupe, 512/472-8306
2700 Anderson, # 419, 512/371-9930
www.madammam.com

Winner: Readers Thai (TIE)

Honorable mention: Readers Takeout

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Magnolia Cafe

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

Runner-up: Readers American Breakfast

Runner-up: Readers Late-Night/All-Night

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Mama Fu's Asian House

various locations
www.mamafusaustin.com

Honorable mention: Readers Chinese

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Mandola's Italian Kitchen

various locations
www.mandolas.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (30)

Winner: Readers Italian

Runner-up: Readers Dessert

Runner-up: Readers Gelato

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Mangia Chicago Stuffed Pizza

various locations
www.mangiapizza.com

Honorable mention: Readers pizza

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Manuel's

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

Winner: Readers Favorites (11)

Runner-up: Readers Soup

Honorable mention: Readers Chile-Pepper Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Happy Hour/Deal

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Maria's Taco Xpress

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Taqueria

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Mars Restaurant and Bar

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Place We Wish Were Still Open

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Matt's El Rancho

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

Honorable mention: Readers Tex-Mex

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Maudie's Tex-Mex

various locations
www.maudies.com

Runner-up: Readers Enchiladas

Runner-up: Readers Mexican Breakfast

Runner-up: Readers Tex-Mex

Honorable mention: Readers Taco

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Max's Wine Dive

207 San Jacinto, 512/904-0111
www.maxswinedive.com

Winner: Critics Best Alligator Beignets

Runner-up: Readers Wine List

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Mi Tradicion

8716 Research #290, 512/374-9910
801 E. William Cannon #125, 512/445-9128
www.fb.com/MiTradicionATX

Winner: Critics Best Thing To Happen to Far South Austin

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Mighty Fine

10515 MoPac N. #205, 512/524-2400
5601 Brodie #1300, Sunset Valley, 512/735-2800
201 University Oaks Blvd. #1380, Round Rock, 512/381-3310
www.mightyfineburgers.com

Runner-up: Readers French Fries

Runner-up: Readers Hamburger

Honorable mention: Readers Fast Food

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Miles of Chocolate

Available in various stores across Austin,, 512/632-3323
www.milesofchocolate.com

Winner: Readers Local Chocolate

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Monument Cafe

500 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown, 512/930-9586
www.themonumentcafe.com

Winner: Critics Best Fried Pies and Ice Cream (TIE)

Winner: Critics Best Lemonade/Limeade

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Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill

303 Red River, 512/236-9599
www.moonshinegrill.com

Winner: Readers American

Winner: Readers Buffet (TIE)

Winner: Readers Favorites (10)

Winner: Readers Place To Take Parents

Winner: Readers Sunday Brunch

Honorable mention: Readers Appetizer

Honorable mention: Readers Comfort Food

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Mother's Cafe & Garden

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

Winner: Readers Salad/Dressing (TIE)

Winner: Readers Vegetarian Dish

Runner-up: Readers Vegetables

Runner-up: Readers Vegetarian/Natural Food

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Mozart's Coffee Roasters

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

Runner-up: Readers Coffee

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Mr. Natural

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

Winner: Readers Vegetarian/Natural Food (TIE)

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MT Supermarket

10901 N. Lamar, 512/454-4804
www.mtsupermarket.com

Runner-up: Readers Ethnic Market

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Musashino Sushi Dokoro

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

Runner-up: Readers Japanese

Runner-up: Readers Sushi

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Nuernberg Brauhaus

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Bavarian Bliss and Beer

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Odd Duck Farm to Trailer

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Locavore on Wheels

Honorable mention: Readers Street Food

Honorable mention: Readers Wild Game Dish

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Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

8833 Burnet Rd., 512/459-0701
3940 S. Lamar, 512/440-0131
www.olivegarden.com

Runner-up: Readers Salad/Dressing

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Olivia

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Dish at the ACL Food Court

Winner: Critics Walking the Walk Award

Winner: Readers Favorites (16)

Honorable mention: Readers French

Honorable mention: Readers Sunday Brunch

Honorable mention: Readers Wild Game Dish

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Opa! Coffee & Wine Bar

2050 S. Lamar, 512/326-8742
www.opacoffeewine.com

Runner-up: Readers Other Ethnic

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Opal Divine's

various locations
www.opaldivines.com

Winner: Readers Happy Hour/Deal

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P. Terry's Burger Stand

various locations
pterrys.com

Winner: Readers Fast Food

Winner: Readers Favorites (32)

Winner: Readers Veggie Burger

Runner-up: Readers French Fries

Runner-up: Readers Hamburger

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P.F. Chang's China Bistro

201 San Jacinto, 512/457-8300
10114 Jollyville, 512/231-0208
www.pfchangs.com

Honorable mention: Readers Chinese

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Paggi House

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Deconstructed Classic Bar Snack

Winner: Readers Favorites (7)

Honorable mention: Readers Patio/Biergarten

Honorable mention: Readers Romantic

Honorable mention: Readers Sunday Brunch

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Panera Bread

9901 Capital of TX Hwy. N., 512/795-7308
2805 Bee Caves Rd., 512/732-0234
4625 W. William Cannon, 512/358-8600
https://www.panerabread.com/

Honorable mention: Readers Bagels

Honorable mention: Readers Bread

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Papalote Taco House

2803 S. Lamar, 512/804-2474
www.yumpapalote.com

Winner: Critics Best Vegetarian Taco

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Parkside

301 E. Sixth, 512/474-9898
www.parkside-austin.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (9)

Runner-up: Readers Chef

Honorable mention: Readers Appetizer

Honorable mention: Readers Dessert

Honorable mention: Readers Service/Waitstaff

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Peche

208 W. Fourth, 512/494-4011
www.pecheaustin.com

Winner: Critics Most Underrated

Winner: Readers Mixologist (TIE)

Honorable mention: Readers French

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Pei Wei Asian Diner

various locations
www.peiwei.com

Honorable mention: Readers Takeout

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Perla's

1400 S. Congress, 512/291-7300
www.perlasaustin.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (5)

Winner: Readers Seafood Dish

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Perry's Steakhouse & Grille

114 W. Seventh, 512/474-6300
perryssteakhouse.com

Honorable mention: Readers Steak

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Phara's

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Middle Eastern

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Phil's Icehouse

13265 Hwy. 183 N., 512/257-8750
2901 S. Lamar, 512/707-8704
5620 Burnet Rd., 512/524-1212
www.philsicehouse.com

Winner: Readers Place To Take Kids

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Pho Danh

11220 N. Lamar Blvd., 512/837-7800

Honorable mention: Readers Pho

Honorable mention: Readers Vietnamese

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Pho Saigon

10901 N. Lamar Ste. A-108, 512/821-1022
www.phosaigonnoodlehouse.com

Runner-up: Readers Pho

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Phoenicia Bakery & Deli

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

Winner: Readers Ethnic Market (TIE)

Honorable mention: Readers Middle Eastern

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Pluckers Wing Bar

various locations
www.pluckers.com

Winner: Readers Chicken Dish

Runner-up: Readers American

Runner-up: Readers Takeout

Honorable mention: Readers Comfort Food

Honorable mention: Readers Delivery

Honorable mention: Readers French Fries

Honorable mention: Readers Pub Grub

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Quack's

5326 Menchaca Rd., 512/453-3399
1900 Simond Ave #300
411 E. 43rd, 512/453-3399
www.quacksbakery.com

Honorable mention: Readers Full-Service Bakery

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Quality Seafood Market

5621 Airport, 512/452-3820
qualityseafoodmarket.com

Runner-up: Readers Seafood Dish

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Quattro Gatti

908 Congress, 512/476-3131
www.quattrogattiaustin.com

Honorable mention: Readers Other Restaurant Worth Noting

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R.O.'s Outpost

22518 Hwy. 71 #2, Spicewood, 512/264-1169
www.fb.com/pages/ros-outpost/105064862864160

Winner: Critics Best Apple Pie

Winner: Critics Best Barbecue Sauce (TIE)

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Ranch 616

616 Nueces, 512/479-7616
www.theranch616.com

Runner-up: Readers Wild Game Dish

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Ray's BBQ

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Way To Experience Small-Town Texas Without Leaving the City

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Red Mango

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Dessert

Honorable mention: Readers Frozen Yogurt

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Red's Porch

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Patio/Biergarten

Honorable mention: Readers Chicken-Fried Steak

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Romeo's

Honorable mention: Readers Italian

Honorable mention: Readers Romantic

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Ruby's BBQ

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Barbecue

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Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q

various locations
www.rudysbbq.com

Honorable mention: Readers Barbecue

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Russell's Bistro

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Coffee (TIE)

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Ruth's Chris Steak House

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

Runner-up: Readers Steak

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Sambets Cajun Deli and Firey Foods Store

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Cajun/Creole

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Sarah's Mediterranean Grill & Market

5222 Burnet Rd. #500, 512/419-7605
www.sarahsmediterranean.com

Honorable mention: Readers Ethnic Market

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Sarovar Indian Cuisine

8440 Burnet Rd. #100, 512/454-8636
www.sarovar.net

Honorable mention: Readers Indian

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Sazón

1816 S. Lamar, 512/326-4395
www.sazonaustin.com

Runner-up: Readers Mexican (non Tex-Mex)

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Second Bar + Kitchen

Winner: Critics Most Creative Dessert Concepts

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Seoul Food

10601 FM 2222, 512/241-2949

Runner-up: Readers Korean

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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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Shoal Creek Saloon

909 N. Lamar, 512/474-0805
www.shoalcreeksaloon.com

Honorable mention: Readers Cajun/Creole

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Smitty's Market

208 Commerce, Lockhart, 512/398-9344
www.smittysmarket.com

Runner-up: Readers Restaurant Within 60 Miles of Austin

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Snack Bar

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Japanese Dish in a Midcentury Modern Diner

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Sonic

various locations
www.sonicdrivein.com

Honorable mention: Readers Hot Dog

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South Congress Cafe

1600 S. Congress, 512/447-3905
www.southcongresscafe.com

Honorable mention: Readers American

Honorable mention: Readers Sunday Brunch

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Spartan Pizza

1007 E. Sixth, 512/484-0798
www.spartanpizzaaustin.com

Winner: Critics Pizza of the Mount Olympus Gods

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Star of India

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

Honorable mention: Readers Indian

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Star Seeds Cafe

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

Honorable mention: Readers Late-Night/All-Night

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Starbucks Coffee

various locations
www.starbucks.com

Winner: Readers Coffee (TIE)

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Streat

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Churros with an Iced Mocha

Honorable mention: Readers Other Restaurant Worth Noting

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Sugar Mama's Bakeshop

1905-A S. First, 512/448-3727
sugarmamasbakeshop.com

Honorable mention: Readers Full-Service Bakery

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Sunflower Restaurant

8557 Research #146, 512/339-7860

Runner-up: Readers Vietnamese

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Sushi Niichi Japanese Restaurant

705-B W. 24th, 512/469-0499
www.sushiniichi.com

Honorable mention: Readers Japanese

Honorable mention: Readers Sushi

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Sushi Saké Japanese Cuisine

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Suzi's China Kitchen

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Chinese

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Swad

9515 N. Lamar #156, 512/997-7923
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Swad-Indian-Vegetarian-Restaurant/117221308296136

Honorable mention: Readers Indian

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Sweetish Hill Bakery & Cafe

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Full-Service Bakery

Honorable mention: Readers Bread

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T&S Chinese Restaurant

10014 N. Lamar, 512/339-8434

Honorable mention: Readers Dim Sum

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Taco Cabana

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

Runner-up: Readers Fast Food

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Tacodeli

various locations
www.tacodeli.com

Winner: Readers Taqueria

Runner-up: Readers Taco

Honorable mention: Readers Mexican Breakfast

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Takoba

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Michelada

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Taqueria Arandas No. 3

6534 Burnet, 512/452-9886

Honorable mention: Readers Taqueria

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Tarka Indian Kitchen

5207 Brodie #120, 512/892-2008
201 University Oaks #580, Round Rock, 512/246-1922
www.tarkaindiankitchen.com

Winner: Readers Takeout

Runner-up: Readers Indian

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Taste of Ethiopia

1100 Grand Avenue Pkwy., Pflugerville, 512/251-4053
3801 S. Congress #107, 512/814-3141
tasteofethiopiaaustin.com

Winner: Readers Other Ethnic

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Tâm Deli & Cafe

8222 N. Lamar Ste. D-33, 512/834-6458
www.fb.com/tamdeliandcafe

Runner-up: Readers Vietnamese

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TCBY

various locations
www.tcby.com

Honorable mention: Readers Frozen Yogurt

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Teji's

1205 Round Rock Ave. #115, Round Rock, 512/244-3351
2100-B Guadalupe, 512/215-0307
www.tejisfoods.com

Winner: Critics Best North Austin Northern Indian

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Texas French Bread

various locations
texasfrenchbread.com

Winner: Readers Bread

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Texas Hill Country Wine & Food Festival

98 San Jacinto #430, 512/478-7211
www.texaswineandfood.org

Winner: Critics Best Meat Event of the Year

Winner: Critics Best Pork-Centric Party

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Thai Fresh

909 W. Mary, 512/494-6436
www.thai-fresh.com

Winner: Critics Best Vegan Ice Cream

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Thai Kitchen

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

Runner-up: Readers Thai

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Thai Passion CLOSED

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Thai (TIE)

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the backspace

507 San Jacinto, 512/474-9899
www.thebackspace-austin.com

Winner: Critics Best Dinner Destination on a Damp, Cold Night

Honorable mention: Readers New Restaurant

Honorable mention: Readers pizza

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The Best Wurst

Sixth & San Jacinto, Sixth & Red River, 512/912-9545
www.thebestwurst.com

Winner: Readers Street Food

Honorable mention: Readers Hot Dog

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The Dog & Duck Pub

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Pub Grub

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The Gardener's Feast

www.thegardenersfeast.com

Winner: Critics Best Tamales

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The Ginger Man

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Beer Selection

Honorable mention: Readers Patio/Biergarten

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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 Omelettry

4631 Airport, 512/453-5062
www.theomelettry.com

Honorable mention: Readers American Breakfast

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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: Critics Best Barbecue Sauce (TIE)

Winner: Readers Barbecue

Winner: Readers Favorites (27)

Winner: Readers Restaurant Within 60 Miles of Austin

Honorable mention: Readers Place To Take Parents

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The Soup Peddler

various locations
souppeddler.com

Winner: Readers Soup

Honorable mention: Readers Delivery

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The Steeping Room

www.thesteepingroom.com

Winner: Critics Best Gluten-Free Bakery Treats

Winner: Readers Favorites (15)

Winner: Readers Other Restaurant Worth Noting

Honorable mention: Readers Salad/Dressing

Honorable mention: Readers Soup

Honorable mention: Readers Tofu Dish

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The Tigress Pub and Cocktails

100 W. North Loop, 512/600-3232
www.thetigresspub.com

Honorable mention: Readers Mixologist

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The W Hotel

200 Lavaca, 512/542-3600

Honorable mention: Readers Mixologist

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The Yogurt Spot

2518 Guadalupe Ste. A, 512/474-7768
www.theyogurtspotusa.com

Honorable mention: Readers Frozen Yogurt

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Threadgill's

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Chicken-Fried Steak

Winner: Readers Comfort Food

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Threadgill's Old No. 1

CLOSED

Runner-up: Readers Vegetables

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ThunderCloud Subs

various locations
thundercloud.com

Winner: Readers Sandwich

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Tipsy Texan

www.tipsytexan.com

Runner-up: Readers Mixologist

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Titaya's Thai Cuisine

5501 N. Lamar Ste. C-101, 512/458-1792
titayasthaicuisine.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (22)

Runner-up: Readers Thai

Runner-up: Readers Tofu Dish

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Top Notch Hamburgers

7525 Burnet Rd., 512/452-2181
www.topnotchaustin.com

Honorable mention: Readers Hamburger

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Torchy's Tacos

various locations
www.torchystacos.com

Winner: Readers Bargain Dish

Winner: Readers Favorites (21)

Winner: Readers Taco

Runner-up: Readers Taqueria

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Trattoria Lisina

13308 FM 150 W., Driftwood, 512/894-3111
trattorialisina.com

Honorable mention: Readers Restaurant Within 60 Miles of Austin

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Triumph Cafe

3808 Spicewood Springs Rd., 512/343-1875
www.triumphcafe.com

Honorable mention: Readers Vietnamese

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Trudy's

various locations
www.trudys.com

Runner-up: Readers Chile-Pepper Dish

Runner-up: Readers Enchiladas

Runner-up: Readers Tex-Mex

Honorable mention: Readers Mexican Breakfast

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Truluck's

10225 Research #4000, 512/794-8300
300 Colorado, 512/482-9000
trulucks.com

Honorable mention: Readers Seafood Dish

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Uchi

801 S. Lamar, 512/916-4808
uchiaustin.com

Winner: Critics Best Art Made With Food (TIE)

Winner: Readers Chef

Winner: Readers Favorites (2)

Winner: Readers Japanese

Winner: Readers Service/Waitstaff (TIE)

Winner: Readers Sushi

Runner-up: Readers Romantic

Honorable mention: Readers Decor

Honorable mention: Readers Dessert

Honorable mention: Readers Seafood Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Tofu Dish

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Uchiko

4200 N. Lamar, 512/916-4808
uchikoaustin.com

Winner: Critics Best Art Made With Food (TIE)

Winner: Critics The Student Becomes the Master Award

Winner: Readers Favorites (4)

Winner: Readers New Restaurant

Winner: Readers Other Asian (TIE)

Winner: Readers Service/Waitstaff (TIE)

Runner-up: Readers Decor

Runner-up: Readers Japanese

Runner-up: Readers Romantic

Runner-up: Readers Sushi

Honorable mention: Readers Chef

Honorable mention: Readers Dessert

Honorable mention: Readers Seafood Dish

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Uncorked

900 E. Seventh, 512/524-2809
www.uncorkedtastingroom.com

Honorable mention: Readers Wine List

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Upper Crust Bakery

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

Winner: Readers Full-Service Bakery

Honorable mention: Readers Bread

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Veggie Heaven

Runner-up: Readers Tofu Dish

Runner-up: Readers Vegetarian Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Vegetables

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Vespaio

1610 S. Congress, 512/441-6100
www.austinvespaio.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (12)

Runner-up: Readers Italian

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Vince Young Steakhouse

301 San Jacinto, 512/457-8325
www.vinceyoungsteakhouse.com

Winner: Critics Best Football-Themed Cocktails

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Vino Vino

CLOSED

Winner: Readers Wine List

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Vivo

6406 N. I-35 #2343, 512/407-8302
vivoaustin.com

Honorable mention: Readers Patio/Biergarten

Honorable mention: Readers Tex-Mex

More about Vivo in our Restaurant Guide

W Hotel

200 Lavaca, 512/542-3600
www.whotelaustin.com

Winner: Critics Sexiest Bar

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Walburg Mercantile

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

Honorable mention: Readers Other Ethnic

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Waterloo Ice House

various locations
www.waterlooicehouse.com

Honorable mention: Readers Place To Take Kids

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Whataburger

www.whataburger.com

Runner-up: Readers Fast Food

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Wheatsville Food Co-op

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

Honorable mention: Readers Grocery

More about Wheatsville Food Co-op in our Restaurant Guide

Which Wich?

CLOSED

Honorable mention: Readers Sandwich

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Whip In

1950 S. I-35, 512/442-5337
www.whipin.com

Honorable mention: Readers Beer Selection

Honorable mention: Readers Ethnic Market

More about Whip In in our Restaurant Guide

Whole Foods Market

various locations
wholefoodsmarket.com

Runner-up: Readers Bread

Honorable mention: Readers Gelato

Honorable mention: Readers Grocery

Honorable mention: Readers Local Chocolate

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Wholy Bagel

3637 Far West, 512/992-0003
www.wholybagelatx.com/

Winner: Critics Best New York Bagel

Honorable mention: Readers Bagels

More about Wholy Bagel in our Restaurant Guide

wink

1014 N. Lamar, 512/482-8868
www.winkrestaurant.com

Winner: Readers Favorites (8)

Runner-up: Readers Romantic

Honorable mention: Readers American

More about wink in our Restaurant Guide

Yogurt Planet

4601 North Lamar Boulevard

Winner: Readers Frozen Yogurt

More about Yogurt Planet in our Restaurant Guide

Zandunga Mexican Bistro

CLOSED

Winner: Critics Best Frozen Margarita

More about Zandunga Mexican Bistro in our Restaurant Guide

Zed's

501 Canyon Ridge, 512/339-9337
www.zeds.bz

Honorable mention: Readers Patio/Biergarten

More about Zed's in our Restaurant Guide

Zen Japanese Food Fast

various locations
www.eatzen.com

Runner-up: Readers Bargain Dish

Honorable mention: Readers Fast Food

Honorable mention: Readers Japanese

More about Zen Japanese Food Fast in our Restaurant Guide

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