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- LLindaHouston •11 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoIf pizza is your thing the margherita pizza with fior di latte mozzarella takes you back to the wonderful pizzas in Northern Italy. The swordfish was outstanding. The service superior. What else could you want.More infoIl BruttoPrice: Expensive• Italian• East Austin•4.6
- GGlennLas Vegas •18 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoJust a fantastic experience with food, service and the overall vibe. Recommend it!More infoCanjePrice: Expensive• Caribbean• East Austin•4.9
- PPaulVIPAustin •29 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoAlways a great experience! A few new items on the menu, the Sweet Potato is a HIT!! Awesome. Family in for Christmas, a must we told them and you hit the mark. See you again in a few weeks.More infoSuertePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin•4.8
- SSavannahAustin •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat for a first date ! Amazing service food was so good 10/10 .More infoSpace CowboyPrice: Very Expensive• American• East Austin•4.7
- KKendallDallas - Fort Worth •8 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 9, 2024We had a great meal! Portions were big and well priced.More infoMa'Coco - East AustinPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin•4.6
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Set against the serenity of Lady Bird Lake, East Austin has a rugged country vibe. Hidden inside the mural-adorned bodegas are many Tex-Mex favorites, like empanadas, tamales and huaraches with huitlacoche. Those looking for more upscale meals will want to consider patronizing the restaurants located along the East Seventh Street Corridor. Here, chefs are adding creative twists to favorite dishes from a variety of cuisines, including French, Mediterranean and Mexican-Indian fare. Numerous restaurants serving farm-to-table cuisine can be found along the Manor Road Corridor. The East Austin neighborhood has retained much of Austin's hippy vibe, making it a relaxing place to dine.
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