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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Axios Austin, Austin Chronicle, A Taste of Koko, The Infatuation Austin, and KVUE. Updated September 2026.
Aba Austin · South Congress
Aba's patio sits under a century-old oak tree just off South Congress, away from the busiest stretch of the street. Warm pita and whipped hummus work as a start, while the shawarma-spiced skirt steak is another option. Reservations for the outdoor tables take planning.
Bouldin Creek Cafe · Bouldin Creek
Bouldin Creek Cafe is a South First vegetarian and vegan cafe serving all-day breakfast, tacos, and its El Tipico plate of scrambles, beans, and toast. Strong coffee, a laid-back patio, and a menu deep in meat-free comfort food make it an easy stop for breakfast or lunch.
Habana Restaurant · South Congress
A South Congress institution since 2001 serving citrus-and-garlic lechon asado, the stuffed platano loco, and fried pork chuletas. The colorful patio and long-running mojito program make it a reliable stop for a full Cuban dinner. Between the roast pork, black beans, and sweet plantains, it has been many Austinites' introduction to home-style Cuban cooking for two decades.