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Texas Embassy


709 E. Sixth
Austin, 78701-3717
512/443-4252
www.texasembassyaustin.com
Hours: Sun.-Thu., 11am-12mid; Fri.-Sat., 11am-2am
Thanks to its previous incarnation as a Cuban restaurant, this sports bar serves both burgers and posole. Also, try chicken-fried steak, wings, or Cuban nachos while you catch a game on TV.

BEST OF AUSTIN AWARDS

  • 2003: Critics Most Mouthwatering Tres Leches
  • 2002: Critics Sultriest Spot to Spend A Hot Night

RESTAURANT POLL AWARDS

  • 2005: Readers Favorites
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