25 Best Southern Restaurants in Austin

Terry Black's Barbecue Barbecue • $$
1003 Barton Springs Rd, Austin

Customers` Favorites

BBQ Brisket Beef Ribs and Pork Ribs with Creamed Corn Cole Slaw and Mac & Cheese Naan
Beef Ribs Jalapeno Cheese Sausage Sausage Turkey Brisket Pork Ribs
Chopped Beef Sausage Cream Corn Mac and Cheese and Banana Pudding
Meat Smorgasbord Lol Beef Ribs Pork Ribs Brisket Sausage Turkey
Pork Ribs Brisket Mac and Cheese Coleslaw Beef Ribs
Charola de Carnes Y Complementos
Mac and Cheese and Potato Salad
Jalapeño and Cheese Sausage
Brisket Ribs and Sausage
Chopped Brisket Sandwich

“way too expensive. Atmosphere is Nice. ribs are soft and pull off bone with perfect bark, however too sweet for my personal taste. I like savory spicy. brisket was good but should have gotten marble like last time. last time flavor was better and meat was hot and fresher. sausage was a no for me personally it tasted grainy and was barely warm. Mac and cheese is good and husband said potato salad was a 3 or 4. best barbecue is Southside Market-Flavor, Henry's in Austin by the airport.“

4.5 Superb2775 Reviews
Olamaie Southern • $$$
1610 San Antonio St, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Gulf White Shrimp and Jefferson Red Rice
Homestead Gristmill Hush Puppies
Biscuit with Salted Honey Butter
Day Boat American Red Snapper
Biscuits and Honey Butter
Green Chili Cheese Grits
Blue Corn Hush Puppies
Oysters Rockefeller
Roasted Duck Breast
Buttermilk Biscuit

“everything in life will be muted and dull until I return to Olamaie it is exceptional to the point that I have lost sense of punctuation and capitalization truly“

4.4 Superb603 Reviews
Mattie's Southern • $$
901 West Live Oak Street, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Buttermilk Biscuits with Strawberry Butter
Avocado Toast Available Sat Sun 11am-2pm
Fried Chicken Eggs Benedict
Ribeye Chicken Fried Steak
Sour Cream and Onion Dip
Mattie's Breakfast Plate
Milk Punch French Toast
Mattie's Fried Chicken
Brioche French Toast
Wild Mushroom Toast

“Such a lovely setting and an oasis in the middle of Austin. Loved the food as well and the service was outstanding. I want to come back to enjoy the patio and the gardens with all those beautiful live oak trees. Such a treasure!“

4.5 Superb161 Reviews
Jacoby's Restaurant & Mercantile American • $$$
3235 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Buttermilk Biscuit \u0026 Gravy
Chicken Fried Steak & Waffles
Chicken Fried Steak Waffles
Buttermilk Biscuit & Gravy
Braised Beef Benedict
Stuffed Yeast Rolls
Manchego Tater Tots
Biscuits and Gravy
Crab Cake Benedict
Mac \u0026 Cheese

“The BEST brunch in Austin. Do not miss the chicken fried steak and waffles!“

4 Good405 Reviews
Jack Allen's Kitchen Southern • $$
3600 N Capital of Texas Hwy Building D, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Slow-Braised Beef Barbacoa Enchiladas
Carl Miller's Layered Chunky Queso
5 Cheese Macaroni and Chicken
Smoked Beef Rib Quesadilla
Crunchy Catfish and Slaw
13 Spiced Chicken Pasta
Peach Cobbler & Blondie
PE Can Crusted Chicken
Bourbon Apple Cobbler
Ruby Red Trout Salad

“My wife picked this for my birthday lunch. We were seated next to a huge window with a wonderful view. The waitress was very attentive and the food was absolutely amazing! Because of the nature of their farm to table menu they were able to offer simple solutions for dietary issues/preferences. We will definitely be going back!“

4.7 Superb164 Reviews
Cherry Creek Catfish Southern • $
5712 Menchaca Rd, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Fried Catfish and Hush Puppies Dine in: Yes Takeout: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
Seasoned or Sweet Potato Fries Hushpuppies Basket
Grilled or Blackened Catfish
Chicken Fried Steak Sandwich
South of the Border Catfish
Border Fried Pickles New
Chicken Fried Chicken
Chocolate Lovers Pie
Fried Green Tomatoes
Fish & Shrimp Combo

“Excellent! Catfish and CFS were the best we have had in Austin!“

4.5 Superb244 Reviews
Dish Society Southern • $
1900 Aldrich St Suite #130, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Hot Chicken Sandwich Without Bottom Bun
Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast
Southern Breakfast Scramble
Hot Chicken Fried Chicken
Kale & Mushroom Pasta
Nutella French Toast
House Beignet Bites
Southwest Scramble
Chicken & Biscuits
Breakfast Skillet

“Just had Dish Society for the first time and it was so good! Had the brisket eggs and made a happy plate 🤪coffee and mimosa was equally as good!!“

4.3 Superb193 Reviews
Hank's Austin Southern • $$
5811 Berkman Dr, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Egg Florentine with Avocado Toast
Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich
Picnic Style Fried Chicken
French Fries with Aioli
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Veggie Burger & Fries
Mussels Fra Diavolo
Gulf Shrimp & Grits
Sweet Potato Fries
Garden & Goat Salad

“Good food, drinks and atmosphere“

4.2 Good301 Reviews
Stella San Jac American • $$
310 E 5th St., Austin

Customers` Favorites

Andouille Sausage Deviled Eggs
Biscuits with Honey Butter
Pecan Praline French Toast
Lemon Buttermilk Pancakes
Braised Brush Creek Wagyu
Smoked Salmon Benedict
Lobster Mac and Cheese
Chicken and Waffles
Country Fried Steak
Crab Cake Benedict

“We visited "STELLA SAN JAC" during our Austin trip... and we had a great time. We tried several of the best and most inspiring cocktails we've ever tasted. Manager Edwin put us at ease with the best comfortable service, and every cocktail he recommended we were very impressed with. I will definitely recommend my friends to visit this place, I want to go back and try the cocktail again on my next business trip.“

4.5 Superb1027 Reviews
Moonshine Grill Bar & Grill • $$
303 Red River St, Austin

Customers` Favorites

The Original Moonshine Corn Dog Shrimp
White Chocolate Bread Pudding
Creole Shrimp & Grits
Jalapeno Hanger Steak
Roasted Garlic Bulbs
Green Chile Macaroni
Complimentary Popcorn
Fried Green Tomatoes
Chicken Fried Steak
Chicken & Waffles

“Excellent food and excellent service in a pretty cool building! Definitely would recommend!“

4.6 Superb530 Reviews
Whip My Soul Soul Food • $
11416 North FM 620 Unit F and G, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Oxtails Greens Sweet Potatoes & Cornbread
Cheezy Mac and Shrimp Egg Rolls
Wings Fish or Tenders & Waffle
Oxtail Mac and Cheese Egg Roll
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Onion Rings Hush Puppies
Collard Green Egg Rolls
Collard Green Egg Roll 2
Oxtails Dinner Plate
Macaroni and Cheese

“I was born and raised in Louisiana and today I was REALLY missing home, especially the food. I found this spot and the reviews don’t do it justice, this is THE best soul food anywhere around. I was transported back to my childhood and it was emotional. I went from being a little sad and homesick to being on cloud nine. I didn’t know what to choose, so I got a sample platter with pork chop, fried fish and a chicken wing. And I got candied yams, grits, cornbread and sweet tea and it was EVERYTHING. I can’t wait to go back and I rarely take pictures of my food, but I had to take one to share.“

4.6 Superb431 Reviews
Hoover's Cooking Southern • $
2002 Manor Rd, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Fried Steak with Fried Okra
Chicken Fried Chicken w Etouffee
Chicken Fried Chicken
Jamaican Jerk Chicken
Country Fried Steak
Charbroiled Catfish
Macaroni & Cheese
Creamed Spinach
Mashed Potatoes
Hoover's Queso

“Great Food Home cooked meals. Deserts are unbelievably. The Man behind the Name. Is the most Genuine,Selfless, and Kindest person I have ever met. A legend. Highly Recommend“

3.5 Good189 Reviews
Shoal Creek Saloon Cajun • $$
909 N Lamar Blvd, Austin

Customers` Favorites

2 1b of Crawfish Boil with Shrimp Corn and Potatoes
4 lbs Boiled Crawfish - Delivery
Smoked Pork Chop - Delivery
Oysters on the Half Shell
Chicken Fried Steak Plate
Crawfish Boudin Balls
Crawfish Boil 5 lbs
Shoal Creek Burger
Shrimp and Grits
Crawfish Pot Pie

“We recently rediscovered Shoal Creek after several years. Since we’ve last visited, there must be a new chef/kitchen staff. Our last four visits (in 3 weeks!) have been great!

The boudin balls before were ok, but they were often dark and overdone.
This time around, the boudin balls have a light & crispy batter and have the perfect amount filling and spicy sauce. Delicious!
It’s been fun to come watch football on Sundays and take advantage of happy hour prices. We’ve had friendly service throughout, with exceptionally great service today from Stephanie!
We’ll continue our new Sunday tradition!“

4.3 Superb178 Reviews
Victory East Grills • $$
1104 E 11th St, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Fried Catfish Mac & Cheese Fried Okra
Chicken and Waffles
Chicken Rasta Pasta
Catfish N Grits
Watermelon Salad
Banana Pudding
Peach Cobbler
Mac N Cheese
Lamb Chops
Corn Bread

“Made reservations the day of and when I got there I was notified that they didn't have anymore availability and that someone reached out to me which I didn't receive. We were asked if we wanted to go to the patio or bar. We opted to go to the bar. We ordered drinks and food and after ordering there was a cancellation and we were given the option to move to that table, we did. Food came and it was great, and then we had to leave because the next reservation for the table was there. Overall a nice place. Great ambiance just don't like the limited time spent at the tables. The lady at the door was really great at finding us a table. Loved her energy,“

4.1 Good189 Reviews
Fixe Southern House Southern • $$$
500 W 5th St, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken with Buttermilk Kale Salad
Anson Mills Antebellum Grits
Lobster & Crawfish Pot Pie
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Deviled Eggs Florentine
Chicken Fried Ribeye
Brioche French Toast
The Herbivore Grits
Three Deviled Eggs
Blackberry Cobbler

“Only in Austin for a long weekend and stopped by for dinner. Fixe did not disappoint! Beautiful cocktails with tons of flavor. Absolutely delicious meal, our group all got a different entree and shared, each a delight. I could live off of their biscuits with the butter, honey and jam combo. Definitely bring your appetite, we finished our meals with the to die for pecan pie.“

4.4 Superb719 Reviews
K T's Snack Bar Southern • $
William P. Clements State Office Building, 300 W 15th St Suite 406, Austin

“good food \\u0026 prices. The people that work there are really nice and deliver customer service that you just don't see that much anymore. Went there on 3.1.22 and they are open, even though it says \\\"temporarily closed\\\"“

4.3 Superb3 Reviews
Colleen's Kitchen Southern • $$
1911 Aldrich St STE 100, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Buttermilk Fried Chicken Waffles
Fried Chicken Little Biscuit
Full Southern Breakfast
Crispy Brussel Sprouts
Fried Chicken Biscuit
Fried Green Tomatoes
Buttermilk Biscuits
Bacon Wrapped Dates
Chicken and Waffles
Fried Chicken Plate

“my daughter brought home her leftovers and even those were delicious ..mash potatoes and chicken were the best ive eaten“

4.3 Superb448 Reviews
Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken Chicken • $
117 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin

Customers` Favorites

3 Piece Fried Chicken Dinner Baked Beans and Okra
Famous Fried Chicken Breast
Fried Pickles and Tomatoes
Mac N Cheese Potato Salad
Chess Pie with Ice Cream
Fried Pickles Galore
Fried Green Tomatoes
Famous Fried Chicken
Fried Pickle Spears
Macaroni and Cheese

“Alright came in for the bomb chicken. Ended up with even better company and conversation! CJ doin big things in this place definitely kept a smile on my face. Oh one more thing pecan pie with the vanilla scoop on top set it off for the end.“

4.6 Superb525 Reviews
Jack Allen's Kitchen American • $$
3010 W Anderson Ln. Suite D, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Bourbon Apple Crumble w Amy's Mexican Vanilla Ice Cream
Slow-Braised Beef Barbacoa Enchiladas
Tejana's Cast Iron Chicken Enchiladas
Country Club Fancy Chicken Salad
TX Peach and Strawberry Cobbler
Mason Jar of Pimento Cheese
Tak Slaw Sweet Potato Fries
Housemade Pimiento Cheese
Crunchy Catfish and Slaw
Chicken Fried Pork Chop

“This is a great place to get great service and delicious food. Review by Gabriel Culiat“

4.7 Superb271 Reviews
Moonshine Grill American • $$
10525 W Parmer Ln, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Fried Steak and Chips and Queso
The Original Moonshine Corn Dog Shrimp
Peanut Butter Mousse Pie
Fried Chicken & Waffles
Venison Salisbury Steak
Crispy Brussel Sprouts
Jalapeno Hanger Steak
Creole Shrimp & Grits
Popcorn They Provide
Sunday Brunch Buffet

“Excellent food and excellent service in a pretty cool building! Definitely would recommend!“

4.6 Superb272 Reviews
The Cavalier Bar & Grill • $
2400 Webberville Rd suite a, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Cauliflower Wings
Kale Caesar Salad
Chicken & Waffles
Chicken Tenders
Burger and Fries
Cavalier Burger
Pimento Cheese
Shrimp PO Boy
Veggie Burger
Deviled Eggs

“Love this place! Spicy chicken samich is the *ish!!!“

4.5 Superb103 Reviews
The Peached Tortilla Asian Fusion • $$
5520 Burnet Rd #100, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Umami Chicken Wings
Korean Steak & Eggs Bowl
Margarita De Peached 8oz
Kimchi Arancini Balls
Lush Pork Belly Bowl
Vegan Thai Chop Chop
Two BBQ Brisket Tacos
Malaysian Laksa Bowl
Hanger Steak Ssam
Brussels Sprouts

“The food was delicious we had the brisket hash and the puff pastry . I tried the homemade Sangria and it did not disappoint. The customer service was excellent and our server was very attentive The handwritten birthday card signed by the staff and the dessert treat was a nice touch. It was my first visit but I definitely will return. The only problem was parking, not enough of it behind the restaurant but I loved everything else.“

4.4 Superb357 Reviews
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen American • $
13301 B, N Hwy 183, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tender Platter with Broccoli Cheese Casserole and French Fries
Signature Soup - Baked Potato Soup
Crispy Chicken Tender Salad
Chicken Tenders Platter
Honey Butter Croissants
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Cheddar's Trio Sampler
Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Santa Fe Spinach Dip
Homemade Onion Rings

“So we went to the one off 183 and Anderson lane location. It was my daughter's 23 birthday!!! We ordered and our food was hot and fresh and the service was great. They have a new manager and she is spot on with customer service and attentive!! Will diffently go back!!!“

4.2 Good221 Reviews
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen American • $
4301 W William Cannon Dr Suite D, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tender Platter No 8 Special
Cheddar's Legendary Monster Cookie
Buffalo Chicken Wrap and Fries
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Honey Butter Croissants
Grilled Chicken Alfredo
Chips & Homemade Queso
Wisconsin Cheese Bites
Cheddar's Trio Sampler

“Have been to this location numerous times and never have to wait to be seated. Service is always excellent and food is homestyle favor and delicious. Best chicken pot pie with lots of chicken and vegetables. Love the croissants complimentary with honey butter!“

4 Good215 Reviews
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill Buffet • $
12509 N Lamar Blvd, Austin

Customers` Favorites

Camarones Empanizado Bistec Papitas Fritas Ensalada Remolacha
Popcorn Shrimp Large Fries Shrimp Hush Puppies
Grilled Pork Chops and Veggie Plate
Chocolate Ice Cream Chocolate Fudge
Pepperoni Pizza Onion Rings
Ensalada Surtida del Buffet
Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
Bourbon Street Chicken
Broccoli Cheese Soup
Carne A la Parrilla

“We love going to the Golden Corral but our gift cards that we purchased will not scan so we cannot use them to pay for our meals. We have big cards >$90 but what to do?????“

3.6 Good411 Reviews