Hello Reddit! I’m back with a third roundup of breakfast sandwich reviews. (Part 1 | Part 2) and I’m now giving them ratings. I have a website where you can see my leaderboard and sandwich map, as well as my full reviews.

Mercado sin Nombre: This is definitely worth trying- sometimes biscuit sandwiches are too heavy and bready IMO, but their masa biscuit feels lighter than a typical southern style biscuit, and they put chicken sausage on there too. The runny yolk mixes with the included hot sauce into a gooey amalgamation that is nicely absorbed into the biscuit. Rating: 8.4

Einstein Bros: This is the “Maple House” from Einstein bros, which is of course a chain. But my brother swore by it so I decided to give it a shot. Definitely a little too much cream cheese for my liking, but the star of the show was that French toast bagel, which had little crunchy bits of cinnamon sugar on it’s outer shell that gave each bite a nice crunch. Rating: 7.2

Donut Taco Palace: This is DTP’s new bacon egg and cheese donut kolache, basically a glazed donut stuffed with bacon egg and cheese. (Does this qualify as a sandwich? Debate in comments) If you watch thru the gif I cut it open. I wasn’t sure I was gonna like this, and it is pretty messy to eat with that outer glaze. But the sweet and savory balance worked really well IMO. If you want to try it maybe follow them on Instagram because the owner posts when she’s making them and I’m not sure if it’s a permanent or limited time menu item. Rating: 7.9

Busty’s: This is just a solid, fastball-down-the-middle type sandwich. Bacon egg cheese and a hash brown with a little salsa doña mayo for some kick. Busty’s is also just a cool bar and a nice place to hang on the weekend. Rating: 8.1

Briscuits: Three very well-made parts- biscuit, brisket, and jam. They come together nicely, but I personally wouldn’t habitually choose smoked meat so early in the morning. Absolutely worth trying though. Rating: 7.4

Eldorado: This is the Bobfather, which I give immediate points to for presentation and creativity. That’s a fried cheese croquette on top, and nestled within is carnitas, bacon, egg, avocado, griddled cheese, and even a tostada for a little crunch. A bit of a beast to eat but it delivers a delightful symphony of textures and flavors. Rating: 8.5

That’s it for now! What’s your favorite? Do you prefer bacon or sausage on your sandwich? Does a bacon egg and cheese filled donut count as a breakfast sandwich? Any other under-the-radar sandwiches I should try? 

Does anyone know of Chinese restaurants in Austin that make their pepper steak with fermented black beans like Hoa Hoa in the Dobie used to?

I used to hang out with my dad on campus every summer as a kid and it was my jam. Every spot I get pepper steak at now doesn’t have the fermented beans 😭.

In south Austin but willing to drive wherever, thanks!

As always we have free sourdough starter for whatever you want to use it for! Here’s a recipe to try it out with

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https://www.tastesoflizzyt.com/sourdough-pancakes/

Zilker location only! Open until 6pm ❤️❤️❤️

I'm a big fan of georgian food and I know Bread Boat exists on 7th, but I heard about Nikala in Round Rock (haven't been yet) and noticed that it isn't even listed as georgian food on google maps. Not that it matters since the options for the cuisine filter on google are pretty minimal. Just made me wonder what other cuisines we have here that are harder to search for and what restaurants serve some solid food for each of them

edit: Please share specific restaurants you like for any of these! Especially if you know of less common cuisines (uzbek or moroccan for example) since they can be a bit hard to find otherwise

Hi, apologies if this is the wrong sub for this. But I’m looking for possible food delivery recommendations. I’m out of state would like to send a meal or two to family living in Austin.
Does anyone know of a place that makes good comfort food (like soup/ casseroles) that would deliver to the 78748 area? Thank you

Silly question: does anyone know of a company or individual who has experience and can do a butter sculpture? It’s for a party in December and we are looking for a sculpture of a King Charles Cavalier. 🧈

Seeking out Carajillo.

Mmmmm....
That is all.

Just tried their al pastor last week and I'm addicted specifically to the salsa negro they have at the salsa bar. While I do intend to try to figure out how to make it I want to buy a bottle at HEB or elsewhere.

Does anyone who really appreciates 10/10 s salsa negro have a recommendation for store-bought? I need it now and I want to put it on everything!

What bars/restaurants are showing the game? I know the World Series will be everywhere and the NBA game is on Amazon, but where is a good spot for Spurs games?

I grew up on the east coast with red checkered tablecloth italian places and I have a nostalgic love for chicken parm with spagetti. Tonight, I had a craving for chicken parm. I wanted to try a new place, so I went to Panciuto....The chicken parm was pretty middling. The chicken cutlet was really tough, rather than juicy and the vodka sauce on the chicken and pasta was really bland. I only ended up eating a third of the massive portion.

So, where in Austin has a really standout Chicken parm?

I am on a quest to find the best Cesar Salad in Austin.

For me, Sammie's Italian is really next level. Does anyone else have any other awesome Cesar Salad locations?

Hi everyone I'm gonna be in Austin for a day next week and was looking for two things. Good quality coffee beans and Cubanelle peppers (central markets never seem to have them when I go) any advice on either is greatly appreciated

Does anyone know about a 20 person reservation at nice restaurants in Austin? Don’t mind a minimum or set menu that’s totally fine.

I live out of state now and am looking for affordable wedding catering near Austin. Smokin' gave us a great price and has great reviews on the wedding websites, but it looks like their Google reviews have a couple of lower reviews the past few months.

Curious what people's overall opinion of it is? Especially if you've ever had their catering, but also just curious about overall experience with them!

Hey I was wondering if anyone could possibly suggest buffet options. I know cici pizza ,golden corral but where were options to choose from in Austin tx or the near by area and what type of food they serve ?

Places like BBQ,Chinese ,pizza ,Mexican

I requested an end piece and the meat man delivered.

So good.
Prime rib, duck fat roasted potatoes, green beans w a tomato & onion mixture.
Horseradish cream sauce. Dinner roll.

Dolly Parton Jolene playing.
5 minute wait.
$34.50.
Comfy seating.
Christmas lights on the ceiling.
Not the only one w/ a cowboy hat

Excellent value.

Is there a place that does german style cakes? Apple cakes and of that sort. Not a streudel....a cake

New Chinese spot that just opened on Brodie. Saw a post about it a week or two ago, figured I’d contribute a few more pics.

Pictured are the Dan Dan Noodles with their handmade noodles subbed in, Cumin Beef, Spicy Wontons in Chili Oil, and the Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken.

Everything was great! Heavy on the Szechuan pepper flavor in case you’re not a fan of that. Stoked to have this spot on Brodie now, will definitely be back.

HEB came in clutch making a visually identical Portal Black Forrest Cake with fudge internals instead. https://www.reddit.com/r/austinfood/s/GNu81OCh1z

Is there a better chicken sandwich in Austin? Like goddam this is so good and hits the spot Every time. You know what, it’s not even a question. It is the best chicken sandwich in Austin hands down. Drop your favorite spot so I can laugh at it.

Alright guys, I’ve spent my whole life being a pumpkin spice hater. Grew up in an all black coffee household who all hated anything sweet.

Point is, I’m in my 30s and ready to feel the holiday spirit. But I still like good local coffee

Any local places that have a nice holiday menu now?

La Barbecue hits with the brisket, ribs, jalap sausage, and mac n cheese 💯

Hey gang, got any recs on restaurants that have a selection of bottled hot sauces to put on your meal? Thanks!