Suggestions for Authentic places near Austin

Lesley R. • December 29, 2015Authentic Austin! Make sure to do the original on Kerbey Lane. Any place that has a "The Great Pumpkin Menu" from October into the New Year is my kind of place.

Social N. • June 30, 2012This place is cool enough to feel authentic but Austin enough to speak English when ordering. Just prepare to stand in line for about 10 minutes on the weekends.

Giselly N. • January 13, 2014Great dining experience. The gnocchi was delicious. Good wine selection. I will definitely come back.

Justin Y. • March 27, 2018This is a great place for authentic, but approachable Chinese food. The staff isn't super fluent in English, but that shouldn't deter anyone as they are very friendly. The restaurant is very clean!

ℳ𝒶𝓎♍ • August 2, 2015Another really great street taco place. I didn't expect such an authentic Mexican menu and exceptional service. These folks really want you to have good food and serve you best way

Israel O. • February 14, 2016Basically one of my favorite go to places in ATX. Authentic upscale Mexican cuisine that makes me proud of my heritage at a very affordable price.

hannah b. • June 19, 2015My friend's dad owns this place. It's really good and authentic Detroit pizza.

Aviana P. • November 28, 2014Amazing food, great atmosphere, and great owners. Would recommend to anybody. If you like Verts, you would like this place ten times better because it's actually authentic.

Dianey S. • August 14, 2016This place has some good Mexican food... The beef enchiladas are so delicious.. The sauce has that authentic Mexican flavor... 😋🇲🇽👍🏼

Jessica F. • March 4, 2013This place is awesome....seriously like stepping back in time. As authentic as it gets...

Y B. • January 27, 2012You cannot go wrong with the Frontero Fundito. This place is as Austin as it gets. Completely home-grown and authentic.

Mary H. • March 28, 2017Amazing authentic street corn & frutería place. Mangonadas are refreshing in this ATX heat or grab an agua Fresca. So many combinations to freshen up your day.

Pao • February 19, 2017This place rocks when you want almost authentic food. The Parrillada is outstanding!

Freddy H. • March 15, 2012This place is excellent- friendly service, great food, and an authentic feel. I recommend the huevos rancheros. Muy sabroso!

Sara P. • August 13, 2017This is a great place for authentic Mexican tacos. The lingua (sp?) taco is my favorite!

American Eagle Outfitters • February 29, 2012The best place in Austin for authentic Mexican food in Austin. Not only can you leave with a full stomach, but awesome merchandise including homemade salsa and t-shirts as well.

Emily C. • September 5, 2014Great place for savory or sweet crepes, very authentic. It's snug so better for small groups.

Dee P. • August 21, 2017Authentic affordable food and very nice owners. Not as salty as other places. Great naan.

Derrick B. • October 30, 2010I disagree with Dave. Great middle ground place. Good place to ease someone towards authentic Chinese food.

Greg G. • August 20, 2014Take visitors here. This place screams Authentic and original Austin and the food is tasty!

Sarah E C. • January 23, 2022Authentic Mexican tacos. If you r homesick, it’s the perfect place to eat and have a great time with the best tacos, best music n best staff. Al pastor tacos r a must as well as a good mezcal tasting

Lloyd R. • May 10, 2013Wow I'm glad this place came into my neighborhood. Their gyros are authentic and delicious just how you get them on a street corner in Greece. It puts Miltos next door to shame when it comes to Gyros!

Sam D. • June 25, 2016One of the few authentic Chinese food places in town, they hand make their noodles.

Kate • April 1, 2012Place has good food and a very central location, but with all the other authentic restaurants in Austin, I would consider other Mexican restaurants first

Lucia B. • July 6, 2012This place is extremely authentic in taste and presentation! The Katsu Don is closest to the real deal in Japan. Until Komé, I haven't had an experience like this since the summer of 2005. $$

Brandon C. • March 16, 2010Go stop by Pho Hoang. Authentic Vietnamese food that is so yummy that you might scream in this quiet little place.

Dell • October 1, 2010This place use to be Austin's best kept secret. Now it gets a little crowded at times. Great place for cheap authentic Chinese Cooking!! You order at the counter and they call your number when done

BaltimoreGal • May 19, 2016Music, bottled beer selection. This place is an authentic local bar.

Karen A. • October 18, 2011Definitely a great place to stay if you want an authentic experience. Not corporate. Feels like you're staying with friends and the location can't be beat.

Paul C. • March 26, 2015Great authentic pub with good, friendly service. Great place to listen to live music.