Suerte
1800 E. Sixth, 512/953-0092
Photo by John Anderson
Suerte is dedicated to honoring Oaxacan cuisine, one full of ancient preparations, while utilizing the bounty of Central Texas ingredients and serving it all in a modern Austin space.
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Atmospheric Eastside eatery blends coastal and Interior Mexican with Tex-Mex.
105 Tillery, 512/366-5908
The "cathedral of seafood" is a jaw-dropper. The menu is half seafood and half grilled, meat-centric Norteño. Try the tostada de pulpo, a pile of tender, griddled octopus with scallions and pepper.
2711 E. Cesar Chavez, 512/476-7878
Look for a dozen egg dishes for early risers, as well as machacado and nopales, enchiladas potosinas, and plenty of Mexican standards.
1701 E. Cesar Chavez, 512/479-7911