Austin Alternatives

Need more ideas for great meals? Here are five other restaurants that are worth a try.

1

Fonda San Miguel. 2330 W. North Loop, 512.459.4121. This off-the-beaten path gem is a local treasure for high-end Mexican. A great atmosphere makes the bar a favorite for sipping margaritas and nibbling apps.

2

Lambert’s. 401 W. 2nd St., 512.494.1500. What is Texas without beef? And what is Austin’s swank and polished 2nd Street District without Lambert’s fancy barbecue? Live music upstairs makes it an evening out.

3

Jeffrey’s. 1204 W. Lynn, 512.477.5584. This is an Austin old reliable for epicureans and anyone who appreciates a true fine-dining experience.

4

Rebecca’s Table. 342 W. Main, Fredericksburg, 830.997.5100. Dessert queen Rebecca Rather breaks onto the savory scene in this Hill Country town about an hour from Austin. Check out dishes like Texas-raised Akaushi beef sliders on brioche buns and crispy oyster nachos.

5

Fino. 2905 San Gabriel St., 512.474.2905. On a nice evening, there’s nothing better than sampling Fino’s inventive cocktails and sharing plates of equally impressive tapas.