Posts in Tacos

Published: 1/3/2018

You’re not eating right if you’re not eating tacos while in Austin. From taquerias to taco trucks, there’s no shortage of spots to indulge in one of Austin’s favorite foods. And you can dine on them all day, from breakfast to late night. Here’s a roundup of some of our town’s top tacos. Freakin Vegan Wheat Taco. Courtesy of Tacodeli. BREAKFAST Tacodeli locations can be found all over Austin, but the original began as a little taqueria tucked away near the Barton Springs Greenbelt. Start your day with The Otto, a house favorite that wraps organic refried... read more

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View Full Post Iconic Austin Tex-Mex

Published: 7/17/2017

Austin is home to many global cuisines including Cuban, Mediterranean, Ethiopian and Moroccan (just to name a few). But for many locals, Tex-Mex takes the crown for the Austin favorite. This blend of Mexican and Texas-style comfort food can be found on just about any street, and will leave you wishing you had queso running through your veins. Here are just a small handful of the many Tex-Mex restaurants in Austin: Matt's El Rancho. Credit Jody Horton. Matt’s El Rancho This restaurant was built from humble beginnings when the eponymous Matt got an early start at the age... read more

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View Full Post 5 Minutes with a Local: Musician Ali Holder

Published: 2/17/2017

In a city defined by music and home to countless musicians, Ali Holder has managed to stand out thanks to her undeniable talent, disarming lyrics and soulful voice. With two acclaimed albums under her belt, Holder is showing no signs of slowing down with the release of her latest EP, Huntress Moon. No stranger to Austin, we decided to sit down with Holder to recount her influences and some of her best memories of living and working in the Live Music Capital of the World®. Ali Holder. Credit Stephanie Macias. How has living in Austin shaped the sound of your music? I started... read more

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View Full Post District in Review: West Austin

Published: 1/23/2017

Impressive views of Lake Travis, top of the line Hill Country golf courses and nature’s finest spring-fed pools offer plenty of reasons to extend your stay in West Austin. Here are some of our top things to do in the district: MUSIC SCENE : The Hill Country music spectrum offers the likes of old school Austin relics like Nutty Brown Cafe ( nuttybrown.com ) – Merle Haggard graced the stage once upon a time – that offer a country music fix, and jazz shows with dinner service at One World Theatre ( oneworldtheatre.org ) MOUNT BONNELL : A sight to behold – 100+ steps lead... read more

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View Full Post Discover Your Austin Taco

Published: 1/9/2017

Here in Texas, tacos aren’t a meal. They’re a religion. And nowhere will you find more places to worship these foil-wrapped handfuls of flavor than in Austin. Though it’s impossible (and we’ve tried) to catalogue every Austin taco, here’s a roundup of some of our favorites, in categories that should help any visitor navigate the trucks, stands and shacks of Taco Town, USA. Torchy's Tacos. Credit Jane Ko, A Taste of Koko. Most Iconic Austin Taco Torchy’s . Austin may not have invented the taco, but we did... read more

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View Full Post Austin Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Published: 11/9/2016

Making your list, checking it twice? Here’s your one-and-done list for shopping local and keeping it fab in Austin this holiday season. The Cowboy/Cowgirl Heritage Boot Co. Credit Sam Seizert. Boots from Heritage Boot Co. Head to South Congress Avenue for a new pair of boots from Heritage Boot . This unique shop specializes in small batch, quality hand-made boots of all styles that will last you and your loved ones for years to come. And it's also a darn-cute shopping destination, so don't miss this one. Tickets to Rodeo Austin 2017 Snag tickets early to this... read more

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View Full Post 12 Essential Breakfast Tacos in Austin

Published: 8/29/2016

In Austin, breakfast tacos are a dietary staple. Like water. But tastier. These are not burritos, but carefully curated tortillas with essential, well-seasoned fillings of all types. You've seen our dinner and lunch round-up, but no meal takes a stand like the Austin breakfast taco. Here are some of the best in town: Fresa's breakfast tacos. Credit Julie Cope. Fresa’s Chicken Al Carbon – Walk up or drive thru at this fast-fresh Austin fave. Care is put into housemade ingredients like flour tortillas, rice, beans and fresh salsas and Fresa’s... read more

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View Full Post Cinco de Mayo

Published: 4/29/2016

May is an ah-May-zing time here in Austin and it features one of the most fun days of the year: Cinco de Mayo! Cinco de Mayo—or the fifth of May—commemorates the Mexican army’s 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War (1861-1867). Over time, this day has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage with amazing traditions such as street festivals, parades, live music performances and more. There are so many ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Austin that it might be hard to choose what to do! So to help,... read more

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View Full Post 10 Austin Tacos to Check Out

Published: 1/4/2016

In case you have been living under a rock, tacos have been having a bit of a moment here in Austin, Texas. Bon Appetit has even declared that Austin has the most dynamic taco culture in the country. With hundreds of tortilla and filling varieties to choose from, selecting the best taco in town is a controversial declaration that we will not be a part of. Here at Visit Austin , we like to celebrate the taco in all forms, and will be bringing you a list some of our favorites for every meal. Flour or corn? Beans or papas (or both)? Don't forget to top things off with a Topo Chico. Indulge at... read more

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View Full Post Austin Taco Round-Up: Breakfast

Published: 6/22/2015

What bagels are to the northeast, what shrimp and grits are to the south, what donuts are to the rest of the nation breakfast tacos are the cuisine of choice for Austinites and Texans alike. Note, these are not burritos, but carefully curated tortillas with essential, well-seasoned fillings of all types. You've seen our dinner and lunch roundup, but no meal takes a stand like the Austin breakfast taco. Here are some of the best in town: TacoDeli breakfast. Photo courtesy of TacoDeli. Torchy's Tacos - Known for their Damn Good Tacos, you can grab a delicious meal here any... read more

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