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May in Austin is a great time for a whole slew of reasons.

15 Essential AAPI-Owned Businesses in Austin

Essential Mexican Restaurants

This Cinco de Mayo, Thrillist and 1800 Tequila are partnering to guide you to the best Mexican restaurants in your city so you can dig in on delicious nachos paired with a fresh margarita.

Essential Mexican Restaurants: Best Mexican Spots in the US

Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

Best Restaurants & Bars - Places to Eat & Drink - Thrillist

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Though Austin’s undoubtedly boiling over with incredible restaurants right now, one thing we’ll always be known for is game-changing Mexican cuisine.

Austin’s Best Mexican Restaurants for Cinco de Mayo and Beyond

Travel

Explore adventure guides and design a custom itinerary for the destination of your choice in and around the city.

Best Travel Guides, Cool Hotels and Interesting Events - Thrillist

As I write this, Austin is undergoing its first nearly triple-digit day of 2022.

Austin’s 11 Most Essential Swimming Holes

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We’re not gonna lie, it gets real hot in Texas.

The Ultimate Guide to Tubing Near Austin

Because (most) Austinites are partial to a stiff beverage or four, brunch is a weekend ritual.

The 11 Absolute Best Brunches in Austin Right Now

Drink

It’s always fun to throw back a nice refreshing cocktail—and that goes double during the hot Texas summer.

The 17 Sexiest and Most Scenic Rooftop Bars in Austin

First Look

Thrillist takes you inside the hottest new restaurants, from upscale destinations to casual cafes.

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After two long years of this “new normal,” we’ve finally come to terms with the fact that nothing’s for certain anymore—especially when it comes to opening dates.

The Thompson Austin Has Finally Arrived—and It’s Sexy AF

Working from home definitely has its perks.

The 22 Absolute Best Lunch Spots in Austin 

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As the live music capital, Austin morphs into a festival-goers’ playground several times each year.

The Best Places to Eat and Drink Near SXSW 2022 in Austin

Eat Seeker

Eat Seeker helps you find the best restaurants in your city. Check out our articles to help you find the best places to eat near you, now.

Eat Seeker: The Best Restaurants in Your City Right Now

There are two foods folks generally associate with Austin: tacos and barbecue.

Where to Eat in Austin Right Now

Romance is cooking down south, and Austin’s restaurants are particularly ready for lovebirds of all species.

The 15 Most Romantic Restaurants in Austin

Lunar New Year

Thrillist is ringing&nbsp;in the Year of the Tiger with a collection of guides, profiles, and features all related&nbsp;to how Lunar New Year is celebrated in communities around the country.

Celebrating Lunar New Year: Guides, Profiles, Features & More

As the Lunar New Year approaches, our sights are set on all things Far East delicious.

James Wong’s Recent Articles

15 Essential AAPI-Owned Businesses in Austin

From show-stopping dim sum to specialty bookshops, here's where to show your support for AAPI Heritage Month and beyond.

Austin’s Best Mexican Restaurants for Cinco de Mayo and Beyond

From artisanal masa programs to roadside taquerias and the top queso in town.

Austin’s 11 Most Essential Swimming Holes

No shoes, no shirt, no problemo.

The Ultimate Guide to Tubing Near Austin

Kick back and enjoy the ride along the best river floats within driving distance of Austin.

The 11 Absolute Best Brunches in Austin Right Now

Kick off the weekend (or any old Tuesday) with lavish spreads from Austin’s finest.

The 17 Sexiest and Most Scenic Rooftop Bars in Austin

Soak up the views at swank hotel lounges, DJ-driven cabana bars, and laid-back music venues.

The Thompson Austin Has Finally Arrived—and It’s Sexy AF

From a breezy rooftop pool to sleek guestrooms and award-winning Southern cuisine.

The 22 Absolute Best Lunch Spots in Austin

From top-notch tacos to overstuffed subs and ocean-fresh sushi, here’s where to get your midday fix.

The Best Places to Eat and Drink Near SXSW 2022 in Austin

From high-end Convention Center eats to honky tonk-style Lone Stars by the Paramount.

Where to Eat in Austin Right Now

Date night-worthy bistros, intoxicating ramen joints, and Texas-style comforts for the win.

The 15 Most Romantic Restaurants in Austin

Kick Valentine’s Day into gear at sexy Mediterranean lounges, upbeat sushi dens, and more.

Where to Find the Best Dumplings in Austin

From saucy food hall newcomers to Southeast Asian standbys and the best dim sum in town.