Amy’s Ice Creams
This local crew has been folding up handcrafted ice creams and vegan fruit ices for 35 years. www.amysicecreams.comAustin’s Pizza
You can’t go wrong with some simple pepperoni or cheese slices from a hometown favorite. www.austinspizza.comBananarchy Revolutionary Desserts
Frozen bananas dipped in chocolate are practically a health food. www.bananarchy.netBlenders & Bowls
Fuel your fest with clean energy from tasty bowls of açaí and fun toppings. www.blendersandbowls.comBurro Cheese Kitchen
Using local artisan bread, small-batch cheeses, and custom-blended sauces and jams, these sammies take a childhood staple to the next level. www.burrocheesekitchen.comChi’Lantro
Where Korean cuisine meets BBQ; try the house-made kimchi fries. www.chilantrobbq.comChispas
San Antonio’s star chef Jason Dady opened this laid-back Austin joint specializing in tacos and margaritas – aka festival magic. www.chispasaustin.comDean’s One Trick Pony
Arlo Grey’s fast-casual sister in the LINE Hotel serves up bar snacks and burgers. www.thelinehotel.com/austin/food-drink
East Side King
This Japanese street food – like chicken karaage – is worth the wait. www.eastsideking.comFlyrite Chicken
This local chain offers fast food with real ingredients, like their crispy chicken sandwiches and tempura cauliflower wraps. www.flyritechicken.comGoodPop
Local ice pops so good, they’ll balance out the junk food and alcohol. www.goodpops.comHappy Chicks
They’re all about those chicken tenders – original, spicy, grilled, and vegan – with tasty fries and over 15 homemade sauces. www.happychicks.comJuiceLand
Let these fresh juices and smoothies refresh your dancing legs. www.juiceland.comKababeque
Mediterranean plus South Asian flavors equals can’t-miss dishes like chicken shawarma and falafel wraps. www.kababequetx.comLamba’s Indian Kitchen
Traditional North Indian cuisine with wraps for days. www.lambasindiankitchen.comLonesome Dove Western Bistro
Maybe it’s “kickass nachos,” maybe it’s truffle mac & cheese, but whatever chef Tim Love serves will hit the spot. www.lonesomedoveaustin.comMicklethwait Craft Meats
This East Austin food trailer does barbecue right, and their vinegar-based slaw adds the perfect complement. www.craftmeatsaustin.comThe Mighty Cone
If you’re new to ACL, stop what you’re doing and try the Crunchy Avocado Cone. They’re literally designed for this festival. www.mightycone.comMmmpanadas
Empanadas are fest favorites: self-contained pockets of deliciousness, with options for veggies and carnivores. www.mmmpanadas.comRanch Hand
They make “meat-forward meals” with a healthy twist, believing protein doesn’t have to equal bellyache. www.weareranchhand.comThe Peached Tortilla
Delicious modern Asian cuisine with a Southern flair comes in the form of bánh mì and fancy fries. www.thepeachedtortilla.comThe Salt Lick
This Central Texas staple has served up tasty meats for more than 50 years. www.saltlickbbq.comScholz Garten
America’s longest-running biergarten has perfected specialty sausages, German food, and Texas barbecue. www.scholzgarten.comShade Tree Organic Lemonade
Cool off with USDA-certified organic, low-calorie lemonades in original, strawberry, and blueberry flavors. www.shadetreelemonade.comShake Shack
Diner-style burgers that originated in New York. www.shakeshack.comShawarma Point
This modern Mediterranean eatery will be featuring four items with options for vegetarians, vegans, and gluten-free festgoers. www.shawarmapoint.netSkull & Cakebones
Vegan, handcrafted, sweet and savory treats are ideal for any sweet tooth. www.skullandcakebones.com
Sno-Beach
Cool off with sno-cones from an Austin original. www.snobeachatx.comSouthside Flying Pizza
Huge slices of scratch-made local pies are great for a midday shade break. www.southsideflyingpizza.comTacoDeli
Quintessentially Austin, this local fave makes just about anything work in a taco. www.tacodeli.comTamale Addiction
Traditional tamales using gluten-free ingredients with no lard or trans fat oils. Stuff one in your mouth and one in your pocket. www.tamaleaddiction.comTiff’s Treats
Tiff’s has been delivering warm cookies for years, so it’s high time we come to them. Snickerdoodle forever! www.cookiedelivery.comTiny Pies
It doesn’t get much better than hand-held pies made from old family recipes. www.tinypies.comTorchy’s Tacos
Republican, Democrat, Independent – no matter your affiliation, these generous tacos are always tasty and even just one will satisfy. www.torchystacos.comWholly Cow Burgers
Local grass-fed burgers, plus Reubens, cheesesteaks, and more. www.whollycowburgers.comThis article appears in October 11 • 2019 and October 4 • 2019.