30 Best Austin Fall Restaurants

Nothing says "fall" like something sweet, rich, and spiced.

Pumpkin Delights

1. Stock up on tasty bite-sized (or full-sized) pies from Austin's Tiny Pies. Look for their popular Pumpkin Chai and Peanut Caramel Crunch seasonal flavors across their Austin locations.

2. Head to Lick Honest Ice Creams for their incredible lineup of seasonal scoops, which often include unique flavors like Spiced Sweet Potato Pie and Bourbon Pecan Blondie.

3. Find Parisian-style fall treats up north at Bakery Lorraine. Don't miss the classic pumpkin spice macarons or specialty cakes from the Domain NORTHSIDE bakery and pastry shop.

4. Get a nostalgic spoon of flavors like Brown Butter Almond Brittle and Sweet Potato Marshmallow Praline at Jeni's Splenid Ice Cream on South Congress.

5. This plant-based star is a must visit for fall brunch at Rebel Cheese in East Austin. Check out their annual specialty cheese box that features vegan versions of your favorite cheese, along with inventive flavors like  apple cinnamon chevre, pumpkin cream cheese, tomato herb fromage and more.

6. A favorite near the UT campus, Quack's Bakery always delivers with classic pumpkin pie, specialty pop-tarts and chocolate pecan pie. 

Fall Cocktails, Brews & Coffees

7. Enjoy the ultimate seasonal sipper at 5th and Brew at the Austin Visitor Center: grab a spiced cider or snickerdoodle pumpkin spice latte for a delicious drink while you explore the city.

8. Order a pumpkin pie latte or the fan-favorite "Sweater Weather" cold brew chai at Jo's Coffee for a delightful pick-me-up.

9. For a true Texas spirit, sip on a smoky, spiced Sotol'd Fashioned at the Desert Door Texas sotol tasting room, made with their signature Oak-Aged Sotol, cinnamon syrup, and allspice dram.

10. Fill your stein with a true Austin original: the classic seasonal Oaktoberfest Marzen from Live Oak Brewing Company. Alternatively, try the rich, full-bodied Primus Weizenbock for a quintessential dark fall brew.

Hearty gourds make their way into autumn-inspired breakfasts, lunches and dinners. And, obviously, ultra-decadent desserts.

11. Beloved Kerbey Lane Cafe rolls out a special fall menu loaded with pumpkin classics each year. Their pumpkin French toast, made with their homemade pumpkin bread, is a non-negotiable fall breakfast.

12. Meanwhile, at Picnik, the health-conscious crowd can enjoy the harvest hash (made with roasted sweet potato, spinach, Brussels sprouts, poached eggs & more) while they sip on a paleo-friendly, whey protein-filled pumpkin spice latte: a seasonal twist on the cafe’s famous butter coffee.

13. For a higher-end experience, book the seasonal omakase at Sushi | Bar, which often highlights Texas Hill Country ingredients, like Texas peach in their fish preparations and cocktails.

14. Find elevated plates and baked goods at Sour Duck Market in East Austin. Try the Texas Farm Salad with locally sourced greens, apples, cured squash and maple mustard vinaigrette. 

15. This vintage-chic hotspot, Honey Moon Spirit Lounge, features a cozy fall atmosphere. Try the autumn-inspired Two-Hand Touch rye whiskey sour or a refreshing Texas Fall Salad.

16. Start your day with the cinnamon swirl coffee cake muffin or Fall Harvest Salad at Local Foods.

Scarves and boots pair perfectly with a ladle of fall happiness—whether it’s a bowl of steaming ramen or classic chili.

17. Located in the South Congress Hotel, Café No Se’s fall menu features beautiful, light dishes like the Greenhouse Lettuces Salad with kabocha squash and pomegranate vinaigrette.

18. Keep warm with the creamy paitan ramen or classic side dishes like takoyaki and curry chicken wings at Sazan Ramen. 

19.  Looking for a quick-but-hearty meal on the go? Stop by The Soup Peddler for a savory soup like the loaded Chicken and Rice or the vegetarian Greek White Bean.

20. Famous for their fried chicken, but the West Texas-style chili (loaded with beef, pork and fixin's) at Lucy’s Fried Chicken is a must-try.

21. Enjoy a steaming bowl of noodles swimming in their signature pork bone broth at Ramen Tatsu-Ya on a cool fall day. 

22. Half smokehouse and half classic deli, don't skip the warm Matzo Ball Soup at Mum Foods. With a rich broth, poached chicken and homemade matzo balls, this soup is key to a cool fall day.

23. Look for the seasonal off-menu features at Perry's Steakhouse, which often includes menu items like a rich white bean pork chili, creamy butternut squash soup or a stunning pumpkin cheesecake. 

Football is a major part of the Austin fall season. Dig into shareable comfort eats at these game-friendly spots.

24. Before you head out to the tailgate, fuel up with sizzling fajitas at Matt's El Rancho for a true Austin Tex-Mex feast, and don't forget to order their famous Bob Armstrong Dip.

25. Savor the temperate weather at Scholz Garten, the oldest continually operating tavern in Texas. Watch the game from their covered patio with traditional German bites like fried, soft-dough pretzels.

26. Order the classic bratwurst (pork and veal sausage topped with mustard and kraut) or a hot pastrami sandwich on Hill Country rye at Easy Tiger.

27. Perfect for an early game, grab an order of authentic Czech-style kolaches from Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches. Don’t miss savory options like the jalapeno sausage kolache.

28. Take your tailgate to the next level by ordering a custom seafood boil with TLC's Boil Buckets. Choose from five different boils with offerings ranging from lobster, king crab, mussels, littleneck clams, snow crab, andouille sausage, shrimp and more.

29. It's hard to be the Good Hearted Old Fashioned, but the Bourbon Slush is a refreshing alternative for a warmer afternoon game at Moonshine.

30. Irish enthusiasts and alumni unite at B.D. Riley's to cheer on Notre Dame and New England teams with perfectly poured pints of Guinness.

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