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Many of Austin's Best Restaurants work closely with local farms and ranches to bring you the freshest meals possible. Here is a list of some of the Best Farm to Table style restaurants in Austin.

Last updated on Nov 30, 2024 by

1. Intero on Ceasar Chavez

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Intero is one of our city’s best Italian restaurants. Austinites Ian Thurwachter & Krystal Craig have joined their talents to bring us fantastic farm-to-table cuisine from at least 20 different farms.

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2. Swift's Attic in Downtown Austin

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Swift’s Attic sits above the popular Elephant Room and is a whiskey wonderland that churns out farm-to-table food of a fantastical sort.

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3. Salty Sow in East Austin

Outdoor patio of Salty Sow in Austin, Texas

An American Gastro Pub located a few miles east of IH-35 off Manor Road, Salty Sow is known for its unique savory menu, featuring appetizers like Triple Fried Duck Fat Fries with a 110 minute egg and cold béarnaise.

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4. Lucky Robot on South Congress

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This neon clad restaurant has been serving sushi for over ten years. Chef Jay brings together Japanese and Latin American influences along with inspiration from Taiwanese and Peruvian flavors. Located in the heart of South Congress and pulsing with an eclectic Asian meets Austin atmosphere.

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5. Dai Due on Manor Road

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Since opening in 2014, Dai Due on Manor Road has earned quite a cult following among Austin foodies. Owner Chef Jesse Griffiths's wrote, won a James Beard Award, and opened hunting school.

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6. Uchi on South Lamar

Inside view of the dining room and sushi bar at Uchi on South Lamar

For years, Uchi has reigned supreme as one of Austin's best restaurants. Many of those working under chef Tyson Cole have gone on to open their own restaurants over the years, making Uchi a bit of a training ground for high end kitchens around Austin and the country.

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7. Hillside Farmacy in Austin's East Side

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What was once a drugstore in the 1920, Hillside Farmacy is now one of Austin's favorite spots for farm-to-table faire. They feature fresh produce from a sister farm in Bastrop, meats from Texas ranchers and fish from the gulf coast.

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8. Launderette on Holly Street

View of the bar at the Launderette restaurant on Holly Street

Formerly the Holly neighborhood laundromat, Launderette quickly became an East Austin staple of fine food in a comfortable setting. The menu features classics like a Plancha burger as well as items from the wood grill like pulpo, branzino, and ribeye.

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9. Justine's in East Austin

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Known for packing an edge, Justine's website showcases some girls sharing a bath in a grainy video that has been known to rile up some prospective customers. The restaurant features indoor and outdoor seating with a nightlife vibe and a menu focused on French dishes.

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10. Vinaigerette off South Congress

View of the outside dining patio at Vinaigerette off South Congress

Located off South Congress a few blocks south of the Soco Shopping district, Vinaigrette is a sustainable salad bistro and the only salad focused restaurant in our guide. It features a giant Live Oak tree that provides a unique outdoor patio dining area.

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11. Jeffrey's on West Lynn

Indoor dining room of Jeffrey's restaurant in Austin, Texas

Possibly the first fine dining restaurant in Austin, Jeffrey's opened in 1975 and has served Austin's (and the world's) elite with regulars that included George Bush, Lance Armstrong, and Andy Roddick. The restaurant is small, cozy, and pricey with most entrees near the $50 range.

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