New on Resy: Garage, Ramen Tatsu-ya Comal, Paperboy, and More

Garage

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Downtown

Because this beloved and aptly named speakeasy still serves up some of the city’s best cocktails, inside the parking garage of one of Austin’s most historic office buildings. Don’t sleep on their signature Indian Paintbrush, or takes on classics like the Paper Plane, Penicillin, or daiquiri. Whatever you order, you can’t go wrong.

Dining Status: Open for indoor and outdoor dining.

Ramen Tatsu-ya Comal

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East Austin

What hasn’t been said about chef Tatsu Aikawa’s incredible ramen, which has flourished throughout Austin and now in Houston, too? Tucking into a bowl of Ramen Tatsu-ya’s rich, porky tonkotsu original has become a rite of passage for many Austinites, and for good reason.

Dining Status: Open for outdoor dining and takeout.

Qi Austin

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Downtown

Lin Asian Bar chef Ling Qi Wu takes her exceptional mastery of Chinese dim sum and puts it on full display at her newest restaurant, where on weekends you can do a full dim sum brunch with luxe ingredients like caviar and uni. Throughout the week, don’t miss out on a chance to try some of Wu’s signature dishes, like Szechuan-peppercorn alligator and truffle egg fried rice. She sources many of her ingredients from the nearby Wu Lanfang farm.

Dining Status: Open for indoor and outdoor dining and takeout.

Kalimotxo

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Downtown

Because this Basque-style bar from the team behind Emmer & Rye and Hestia (next door) is always a good idea. The outdoor patio is lovely, and the drinks are stellar, but what you’ve really come here for is the food, especially Austin’s best (burnt!) cheesecake. Plenty of tapas and a killer ham sandwich never fail to satisfy, either.

Dining Status: Open for outdoor dining and takeout.

Summer House on Music Lane

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South Congress

Hotel Magdalena’s all-day restaurant is exactly the type that invites you to linger, with its lakehouse vibes and a menu hyper focused on local ingredients and wood grill fire cooking. If you happen to stop by for lunch or dinner, don’t miss the handmade fettuccine with local mushrooms — it’s chef Jeffrey Hundelt’s favorite dish to make.

Dining Status: Open for indoor and outdoor dining.

The Pool at Hotel Magdalena

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South Congress

Because it’s the perfect weekday escape — to be spent lounging poolside with wine, beer, and cocktails of your choice, while taking in some sun.

Two Hands Austin

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South Congress

This charming NYC import by way of Australia is much more than just flat whites and avocado toast. Don’t sleep on the seasonal kombucha, beet latte, Soco toast, or the hearty Wagyu steak frites.

Dining Status: Open for indoor and outdoor dining and takeout.

The Melting Pot - Austin

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Northwest Austin

What’s not to love about fondue? You know the drill for the Melting Pot: The variety of tabletop cooking is wide ranging, from Swiss-style fondue with melty cheese and rich Caribbean-spiced Mojo broth to cast-iron grilling and decadent chocolate fondue. There’s something for every occasion.

Dining Status: Open for indoor dining and takeout.

Paperboy

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East Austin

Because this is the long-awaited brick-and-mortar location of one of Austin’s most beloved breakfast trucks and it truly delivers. What’s not to love about avocado tostadas, crispy cheddar hash browns, or lemongrass cured lox?

Dining Status: Open for outdoor dining and takeout.

Picnik

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Rosedale

Whether you’re paleo, low-carb, vegetarian, gluten-free, or simply want to eat well, Picnik has you covered. What started as a food trailer in 2013 on South Lamar is now one of the city’s premier spots for healthful cooking, great drinks, and butter coffee.

Dining Status: Open for indoor dining and takeout.

Péché Austin

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Downtown

The city’s first absinthe bar does not disappoint with its atmospheric pre-Prohibition-era environs, creative cocktails (a Silver Monk, anyone?), and comforting French fare, like duck confit, coq au vin, and bouillabaisse.

Dining Status: Open for indoor dining and takeout.

Shortie’s Pizza + Grinders

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Midtown

Because this pizza spot from the team behind District Kitchen and Oasthouse is on a mission to introduce Austinites far and wide to the joy of New England Greek-style pizza, meaning thick pies with oregano-heavy tomato sauce and plenty of cheese, and a perfectly golden, extra-crunchy crust on the bottom.

Dining Status: Open for indoor and outdoor dining and takeout.

Manuel's

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Great Hills

A bonafide Austin classic for more nearly 40 years, Manuel’s is the go-to-spot for their famous tortilla soup, chile relleno, and mole, as well as their focus on coastal Mexican cuisine: Think wild-caught Texas gulf shrimp and fresh yellowfin tuna ceviche.

Dining Status: Open for indoor and outdoor dining and takeout.

West China Tea

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Hyde Park

Whether you want to learn more about gong fu cha (traditional Chinese tea service) or simply want to enjoy some exceptional teas imported directly from China, West China Tea is a must-visit.

Dining Status: Open for indoor and outdoor dining and takeout.

Revelry on the Boulevard

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Brentwood

Because the menu here reflects Austin’s many global influences distilled into some of the city’s best comfort foods. We’re talking a short rib banh mi with pho broth, crawfish fries, a Cubano grilled cheese, and a migas omelet.

Dining Status: Open for indoor and outdoor dining and takeout.

Austin Motel Pool

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South Congress

The massive kidney-shaped pool is the center of attention at this retro-chic motor lodge from Bunkhouse, the same hotel group behind favorites like the Hotel Saint Cecilia and the Hotel Magdalena. Reservations for the pool only cover pool time, but if you’re hungry or thirsty, you can always order tacos, salads, and margaritas from Joann’s Fine Foods.