Downtown Austin Restaurant Recommendations

Good places to eat in the middle of all the hubbub, bub

"...here you are, smack in the middle of Downtown Austin, deep in the left ventricle of the sclerotic heart..."

March 10, 2023 Food Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Austin’s Mexican-Style Lagers Are Coming in Hot

Livin' la vida lager

"...is why damn near every lager being produced in Austin right now is seemingly of the Mexican variety...."

July 12, 2019 Food Feature by Eric Puga

Food-o-File

Deep Eddy Vodka's in high spirits

"...The owners of Austin's Deep Eddy Vodka have recently secured $13 million in..."

Aug. 15, 2014 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

21st Annual 'Austin Chronicle' Hot Sauce Festival Winners

Feel the burn! Texans show they can take the heat: red, green, and summer.

"...The 21st annual Austin Chronicle Hot Sauce Festival goes on record as officially..."

Sept. 2, 2011 Food Feature by Kate Thornberry

Food and a Movie

Strategic local restaurant suggestions to enhance your SXSW Film Festival schedule

"...cafe famous for its french fries, which many consider Austin's best. For me, the draw is Tony's Southern Comfort..."

March 11, 2011 Food Feature by Claudia Alarcón

Austin Pride 2009

Event listings

"...par-taying with Elizabeth Wills, 6:30-7:30pm, and Nakia & His Southern Cousins, 8-9pm. Come out and hang out with plenty..."

June 5, 2009 Features Feature

Art City Austin

The big outdoor art fair is spreading the love, via partnerships and pink notes

"...Art City Austin 2009 is on its way this weekend, and the..."

April 24, 2009 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Biscuit Breakfasts in Austin

The best places to grab a biscuit breakfast in Austin

"...The South truly meets the Southwest in Austin at breakfast time, and a good biscuit can make..."

March 20, 2009 Food Feature by MM Pack

Food-o-File

Feb. 16 is the day for changes on the restaurant news beat, Mighty Fine is the place for families during the recession, and more

"...as executive chef at Jeffrey's (1204 West Lynn, 477-5584, www.jeffreysofaustin.com), implementing a new menu that will reflect the Creole-French..."

Jan. 30, 2009 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-file

Primates in Progress; plus, Texas chefs in the media and Texas barbecue across the Atlantic

"...to set up shop in the vintage 1942 East Austin warehouse because it reminded them of their previous business..."

Aug. 5, 2005 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

As she gears up to lead the Travel Channel's Epicurious on a Central Texas barbecue tour, Virginia B. Wood still finds the time to fill you in on the good news and the bad news among Austin foodies.

"...in town this weekend filming two upcoming segments on Austin. They'll spend Sunday investigating all aspects of the 13th..."

Aug. 22, 2003 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

What's cooking in the Central Texas food scene.

"...the theatre. The turn-of-the-century mansion, childhood home to legendary Austin humorist and raconteur John Henry Faulk, was the perfect..."

Nov. 3, 2000 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-O-File

"...Ever wondered what the decorations and food are like when accomplished caterers throw a party for..."

May 8, 1998 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

The Best Nontraditional BBQ Sides to Enjoy in Austin

Secret ingredients, inspired cultural mash-ups, and more

"...Comfort food at its finest. Most days, this side dish sells..."

Dec. 16, 2022 Food Feature by Rod Machen

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re listening to

"...("G-Route"), yet no new material debuted. "Da 4" East Austin flagbearer recently revealed on his Instagram that the updated..."

Oct. 16, 2020 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Austin Restaurant News You Might’ve Missed

Just a few local food reminders – and a contest!

"...Snarf’s founder, Jimmy “Snarf” Seidel, who will be flying Austin finalists out to Denver to participate in a live..."

Jan. 16, 2019 Food Post by Emily Beyda

“The People’s Gallery 2017” at Austin City Hall

This year's showing of work in Austin City Hall by a small army of local artists offers satisfaction on multiple levels

"...statement, buttermilk pie was an essential part of his Southern upbringing, a dish Northerners just don't understand. I was..."

July 14, 2017 Arts Review by Sam Anderson-Ramos

Austin Film Festival: Setting as a Character

Location, location, location

"...Three filmmakers gathered at the Austin Film Festival Friday to discuss the importance of this..."

Oct. 25, 2014 Screens Post by Rod Machen

Save Austin Music (or Else)

Happenings around town...

"...Hats off to the diligent folks at Save Austin Music. The local grassroots organization, led by veteran songsmith..."

Oct. 16, 2008 Music Post by Austin Powell

Austin Landmarks on the Menu

"...Deep in the heart of East Austin, there is a time warp: Arkie's Grill, a long..."

Sept. 12, 2008 Food Feature by Mick Vann

Food-o-File

Hatch chiles weather the storm, Jane King leaves Central Market for Patricia's Lunchbox, Bill Norris of Fino heads to Queensland with his Bee Sting, and Bennigan's lives on while Ararat goes nomadic

"...Hurricane Dolly dumping rain on far West Texas and Southern New Mexico had me concerned about the green-chile crop..."

Aug. 8, 2008 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

Lots of news on reataurants opening and closing

"...new Spanish restaurant, Segovia (7010 Hwy. 71 W., 579-0726, www.segoviaaustin.com), near the "Y" in Oak Hill. Segovia offers traditional..."

July 4, 2008 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

Will more condos mean demolition of Ginger Man? In other news, updates on the Domain and Southpark Meadows.

"...to press. We'll keep you posted. Meanwhile, on the southern edge of the city, the Southpark Meadows development is..."

Sept. 7, 2007 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

The Domaine Dupeuble Pere et Fils 2005 is the one; plus, taking measure of the Mercury's rising

"...planners, nonprofit representatives, media types, and local entertainers braved Austin's first cold night recently to attend the unveiling of..."

Dec. 2, 2005 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

The 2002 Austin Chronicle Restaurant Poll

"...The Chronicle Food staff -- Rebecca Chastenet de Géry, Mick Vann, Rachel..."

May 24, 2002 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Southern Rock Opera

SXSW 02 Music Fest Wrap-up

"...South by South AustinSouth Congress Avenue, Saturday 16 For many people, the daytime..."

March 22, 2002 Music Feature by Jim Caligiuri

Ways to Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop in Austin

The Illharmonic Orchestra, Bavu Blakes, and more reflect on the genre's golden jubilee

"...As a conscious rap connoisseur and longtime Austin educator, Bavu Blakes rightly leads two weekend festivities. On..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Music Feature by Genevieve Wood

Austin Music: What We're Listening to This Week

El Combo Oscuro, KVN, and Mike & the Moonpies are some of our favorite local sounds this week

"...down the highway with a touch of Allman Brothers' Southern rock scuffing up their Texas boots...."

Aug. 20, 2021 Music Column by Doug Freeman

New Austin Music Worth Your Bandwidth This Week

What we’re listening to

"...2020 marks 25 years blowing up Austin rock for brothers AJ, Alex, and Omar Vallejo. Decades..."

Nov. 6, 2020 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

The International Waters of Austin’s Concert Scene

Party barges bring summer shows to cooler locales

"...to go with each story. Find more playlists at austinchronicle.com/summer-fun...."

May 19, 2017 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

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