Where Y'all Eating At Though?! (September 2026 Recap)
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Every month, we make it our mission to get outside and support the restaurants, coffee shops, food trucks, bakeries, and hidden gems that make Austin special.
Whether it's a Black-owned staple, a new neighborhood spot, or a place that's simply worth the hype, Where Y'all Eating At Though?! is our monthly roundup of everywhere we ate and where we think you should eat next.
If you're always asking, "Where should we eat?"... this is your answer.
🍽️ Where We Ate?! (September 2026)
🤘🏾 Black-owned | 🤟🏼 Hispanic/Latino-owned
📍Gliders (🤟🏼)
Neighborhood: Pop-ups Only
Cuisine: American/Hot Dogs
What We Ordered:
Tokyo Dog
Chili Cheese Dog
Tejano Dog
Can’t Live Without:
Hispanic-owned
100% All Beef Dogs
Signature 3.5 inch Dogs
Locally Sourced
📍Ben & Lynn’s
Neighborhood: Downtown Austin - 2600 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702
Cuisine: American/Chicken
What We Ordered:
B&L Classic Dipped in Sweet/Lightly Spicy YamYum
Fries
Why We Loved It:
Cooked to Order
Real Chicken
Crispy and Seasoned French Fries
📍Tony’s Jamaican Food Brick & Mortar (🤘🏾)
Neighborhood: Pflugerville - 2700 W. Pecan St, Suite 650, Pflugerville, TX
Cuisine: Jamaican
What We Ordered:
Curry Goat
Whole Snapper
Lamb Chops
Oxtails
Kingston Shrimp Cocktail
Rice & Beans
Greens
Why We Loved It:
Black-owned
New elevated menu
Fresh ingredients
Cozy and friendly atmosphere
📍The Lucky Duck
Neighborhood: East Austin - 1300 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702
Cuisine: American
What We Ordered:
Chicken Bites (Buffalo, Thai Chili)
Fries
Why We Loved It:
Crispy, saucy, and juicy chicken
Sauces are great!
Open late on Sundays
📍Alloy Autohaus
Neighborhood: South Austin - 2706 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Cuisine: Coffee
What We Ordered:
Cappuccino (Lavender)
Why We Loved It:
In the back of a vintage store
Cozy atmosphere
Cool cars!
Uniquely Austin!
📍Texas Coffee Traders Cafe
Neighborhood: East Austin - 3223 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702
Cuisine: Coffee
What We Ordered:
Latte
Crossaint
Why We Loved It:
Good coffee!
Hidden gem
Friendly staff
Outdoor/indoor area
📍Texas Hot Chicken & Burger Co.
Neighborhood: East Austin - 3526 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702
Cuisine: American
What We Ordered:
The Classic Chicken Sandwich (Heat Level: Branding Iron)
Chicken Bites (Heat Level: Wild Fire)
Old School Cheeseburger
Fries
Onion Rings
Why We Loved It:
Juicy and Fresh Chicken
Loved the Blue Cheese and Chipotle Ranch
Onion Rings are fire!
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Because finding your next favorite meal is another way to Find Your People. 🫶🏾✨
Where Y'all Eating At Though?! (August 2026 Recap)
Every month, we make it our mission to get outside and support the restaurants, coffee shops, food trucks, bakeries, and hidden gems that make Austin special.
Whether it's a Black-owned staple, a new neighborhood spot, or a place that's simply worth the hype, Where Y'all Eating At Though?! is our monthly roundup of everywhere we ate and where we think you should eat next.
If you're always asking, "Where should we eat?"... this is your answer.
🍽️ Where We Ate?! (August 2026)
📍Luv Fat’s Ice Cream (✊🏾)
Neighborhood: Central Austin - 4700 Loyola Ln. 101, Austin, TX
Cuisine: Dessert
What We Ordered:
Lavender Cookies + Creme
Vanilla Buckeye
Mango Sorbet
Strawberry
Can’t Live Without:
Black/Women-owned
Dairy Free
Unique Flavors
📍IKI Chicken Rice & Thai Food
Neighborhood: East Austin - 4609 Bolm Rd, Austin, TX
Cuisine: Thai Food
What We Ordered:
Khao Mun Kai Yang
Asian Noodle Salad
Beef Meat Balls
Can’t Live Without:
Authentic noodles
The sauces!
Fresh ingredients
Friendly atmosphere
A great variety on the menu
📍Alice Poulain Cafe
Neighborhood: South Austin - 2214 S 1st St, Austin, TX
Cuisine: French
What We Ordered:
Ham Baguette Sandwich
Omelette
Croissant
Coffee
Why We Loved It:
Croissants are FIRE
Fresh ingredients
Cozy and friendly atmosphere
Outdoor patio
📍Citizens All Day
Neighborhood: Central Austin - 4818 Burnet Rd, Ste 600, Austin, TX
Cuisine: Australian-inspired
What We Ordered:
Breakfast Burrito
Steak & Eggs
Fluffy Pancakes
Smoked Salmon Benny
Fresh Lemonade
Why We Liked It:
Steak was great!
Healthy eats
📍Munch Munch Waffles (✊🏾)
Neighborhood: Leander - 9073 W State Hwy 29 #101, Liberty Hill, TX
Cuisine: Soul Food
What We Ordered:
Cajun Shrimp & Grits
Biscuits
Churro Munch
Why We Loved It:
Best shrimp & grits in the city
Black/family-owned
Friendly staff
Great breakfast food
📍Lil’ Easy
Neighborhood: Downtown - 5000 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX
Cuisine: Cajun
What We Ordered:
Sensation Salad
Crawfish Duo
Meat Pie
Crawfish Queso
Frozen Seasonal Margarita
Why We Loved It:
One of our favorite cajun restaurants in the city
Consistent!
Great happy hour
Friendly staff
Outdoor/indoor
🍴 Looking for More?
Check out our other food resources:
Because finding your next favorite meal is another way to Find Your People. 🫶🏾✨