The meat is smoked daily at the restaurant’s original Lockhart location, and history and love are apparent in every bite. There’s no question that my top pick is Black’s BBQ, where the Black family has been perfecting their technique for over 70 years. If you ask five Austinites about the best barbecue in town, you’re bound to hear five different answers. As a bake house first and foremost, Wild Wood also turns out some of the city’s best gluten-free cakes and cupcakes, along with my favorite, the whoopee pie made with coconut cream. Sunday brunch is one of the most popular meals here, with an all-you-can-eat spread of more than 20 gluten-free dishes such as migas, chile rellenos, waffles, and biscuits and gravy. Wild Wood Bakehouse, one of Austin’s few completely gluten-free restaurants, has been at the forefront of the area’s development for more than 10 years. In central Austin, the University of Texas for decades has driven growth, business and cuisine along Guadalupe Street. I recommend taking another leisurely stroll down South Congress to let this decadent meal settle. Start with fresh tuna or salmon straight from Tokyo’s Tsukiji Market, or choose from fusion-style rolls with delectable combinations such as wagyu short rib and avocado. Of course, you haven’t really eaten at Lucky Robot until you’ve devoured one of their Robo Don bowls, stacked to the brim with grilled yellowtail, local veggies and a rich red curry sauce over rice. As a result, much of the menu at this hip sushi joint is naturally gluten free, but that doesn’t include any fried items. Like a select few top-notch spots across the United States, Lucky Robot understands how easy it is on both customers and kitchen staff to make the majority of dishes gluten free with simple switches such as replacing the soy sauce with tamari. Sip a margarita and dance to the live music at one of the many outdoor patios, but save your appetite for a fun and funky spot on the northern end of the avenue. Instead, the diner sources produce and ingredients from about 100 local farms, and the menu changes seasonally. For nearly five years 24 Diner has catered to gluten-free customers, and the hearty frittatas and hashes hit the spot any time of day or night. Specialties include burgers and breakfast, but this is no greasy spoon. The menu here changes frequently depending on the season, but I heartily recommend keeping an eye out for the light, crunchy polenta fries, the citrusy rainbow carrots and the warm calamari salad with pumpkin seeds.įor a city that boasts such a lively bar and live music scene, I was surprised to find that Austin doesn’t have many 24-hour dining establishments. The 24 Diner, which is owned by the same group as Italic and where Curren is also a chef, saves the day, as it’s one of the very few spots open around the clock. Italic’s signature dish is the visually impressive and simply delicious half chicken, which features impossibly tender meat, perfectly crisp skin and a generous portion of zesty arugula-pistachio pesto. “There’s pride in doing things right,” he says. Italic has a comprehensive gluten-free menu, and Chef Andrew Curren and his team take real pleasure in preparing flavorful dishes that everyone can eat. Instead, the focus is on contemporary interpretations of classic recipes, clean ingredients, and local meats and produce. Though this modern, upscale Italian spot is Texas-sized, you won’t find Americanized fare here. There’s no shortage of dining options around the State Capitol, but nearby Italic was the clear choice for me.
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