Matt’s Famous El Rancho
The long waits for a table on weekends suggest that for some, nostalgia, tradition, and Bob Armstrong dip trump haute cuisine. Matt’s has been an Austin classic since 1952.
Austin, TX 78704
Night Hawk Frisco Shop
The last vestige of the Night Hawk chain is lauded for its pies, and has been open since 1953.
Austin, TX 78757
Threadgill’s
A major part of Austin’s identity as Live Music Capital of the World. Kenneth Threadgill’s gas station was a hootenanny hotbed. Eddie Wilson carries on the tradition and added on Southern food. Originally opened as a beer joint in 1933, Threadgill’s started serving food in 1981.
Austin, TX 78752
Fonda San Miguel
Late chef Miguel Ravago and his business partner Tom Gilliland introduced interior Mexican cuisine to Austinites in the ’70s. Come for the brunch buffet, stay for the folk art.
Austin, TX 78756
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