Coming from non-chowhound town to Austin for the weekend... Desperately seeking some/one of the following: Thanks! 1. Chicken Wings (hotter the better) 2. Vindaloo 3. Shawarma 4. Anything that is Mex-Tex related and a *must not (31 replies, last updated by jungleboy March 26, 2008)

Where can I find the best Gyros in Austin? I’ve had Phoenicia bakery and Marakesh. Both are pretty good. Any recommendations? (13 replies, last updated by Carter B. December 29, 2006)

I’ll be in Austin in April for a few days. I’m open for native suggestions. No sushi. No best bagels in Austin. (8 replies, last updated by adewaal April 4, 2007)

Hio, I’m sure many “best ofs” threads have been posted here, but that’s not what I’m looking for. I’m looking for a short list of quintessential Austin eats. I’ll be in town for a few days... (6 replies, last updated by rudeboy October 2, 2009)

Hi, I’m relocating to Austin in the next couple of months, from Los Angeles. I’m looking for your favorite places, hounders! I’m a professional baker and I love all types of food Everything from Japanese fusion to... (5 replies, last updated by ultraviolet September 26, 2009)

-4226 – 900 E Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78753 I’d like to think the Chowhound board is a place for people with at least knowledgeably picky or mildly sophisticated taste. The type of person who’d normally only set... (19 replies, last updated by rworange October 26, 2009)

Hi all, Just moved to Austin and am trying to seek out some unusual eating options, and chief on my list are sesos (beef brains). There’s an old thread on here from April 2008, but none of the places mentioned in it have... (0 replies, last updated by MoDean August 23, 2009)

Im heading to Austin this weekend just becuz. I used to lived there but havent been for about 4 years. Any scoop on new and tasty restaurants? Thanks! (0 replies, last updated by minilinh June 18, 2009)

I’ll be in Austin later this week and I’d like to eat some vegetarian food. I don’t mind if the place isn’t vegetarian. I’m from the northeast and would love a place that highlights some high... (12 replies, last updated by ebloom August 27, 2009)

getting easier and easier to find serious tails in Austin. I second PECHE and the bartenders at Annies on Congress and 4th also know what they are doing. Cheers! (14 replies, last updated by fabulousdrinksaustin August 14, 2009)

Hi, long time reader, first time poster... My wife and I are going on a trip to Austin (sat AM to sun AM) and we are looking to plan ahead on some meals, and need some suggestions or maybe approval’s for what we have planned... (4 replies, last updated by tuckspop July 27, 2009)

Heading to Austin next week will be staying in the Arboretum area. Looking for great BBQ. Have heard the Salt Lick is worth the drive. Any other suggestions. Thanks! PK (1 reply, last updated by ecpatrick3284 November 15, 2008)

Travel to Austin often. However, will spend weekend for the first time. Have been to Roy’s, Rudy’s, Salt Lick, Stubbs, Iron Works, Chuy’s, Flemings. Planning on going to Lockhart for one day – are... (2 replies, last updated by nosh April 11, 2009)

We jjust moved to Austin from OKC and are anxious to search out the local fare first. Where can I get things like good chicken fried steak, fried chicken, and mexican. Open to all suggestions (2 replies, last updated by Rene November 30, 2008)

Has anyone found a good deli in Austin. I recently moved here from NYC and haven’t had any luck. I’ve tried Katz’s (terrible), Manny Hattans (fair), and a few sub/hoagie shops. So far Hog Island is top on my... (4 replies, last updated by lloyddaniels February 4, 2009)