Fans and regulars of Madam Mam's are nearly always borderline obsessed with the restaurant, but who can blame them? The food is divine and very affordable. All the authentic Thai homestyle dishes served in this very popular campus-area spot are "Mam"'s family recipes. Try the restorative Tom Kha, coconut soup with chicken, the definitive Thai Beef Salad, and the fiery, sinus-clearing Pad Cha Catfish, and you'll be hooked.
Right there next to St. David's Hospital, yes, but there's nothing healthier than visiting this charming place for some fresh hot java.
It's all about perfectly prepared coffee. Period.
Starting as a food truck, this place takes on a brick-and-mortar business competing admirably against Austin's other ramen contenders. Housemade gyoza, Chashu Don of roast pork and rice, among other deviations, make this spot more than a one-trick pony. This third Michi Ramen location is behind Hole in the Wall bar, near the University of Texas campus.
Vegan food truck located at Spider House.
Serving a whopping variety of sushi and a small selection of Japanese appetizers, this restaurant features fine fish and friendly service.
Serving healthy, unique, and delicious food at fair prices. This place offers simple breakfasts of assorted tacos, French toast, and pastries, as well as a nice lunch selection.
This is Atlantic-coast Southern, evoking images of artisanal boiled peanuts and hoarded Civil War silver.
Here you'll find burgers fashioned from hormone- and antibiotic-free Black Angus beef, all-natural ground chicken breast, fresh-cut fries, and milkshakes.
Appropriately, Pad Thai has pad thai on the menu, as well as traditional curries. A bright interior, large portions, and friendly service add up to make this a regular stop.
The light, savory salads come with either grilled or lemongrass-seasoned meat, seafood, or tofu and are drizzled with special Tháison dressing.
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