Dolce Neve is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

1. Dolce Neve

9.1
1713 S 1st St (Annie Street), Austin, TX
Ice Cream Parlor · Bouldin Creek · 40 tips and reviews

Jake P.Jake Powell: This new gelateria is absolutely lovely. It may not have the widest or "weirdest" flavors in town, but it wins for best quality. This is the most authentic gelato, reminds me of being in Italy.

Kyle B.Kyle Bunch: As if you didn't have enough options with Amy's and Lick, there's now "authentic" Italian gelato on South 1st to tempt you.

Toby C.Toby Crabtree: 100% authentic Italian gelato!

Komé is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

2. Komé

8.9
5301 Airport Blvd (at E 53rd St), Austin, TX
Japanese Restaurant · North Loop · 108 tips and reviews

Lucia B.Lucia Briones: This place is extremely authentic in taste and presentation! The Katsu Don is closest to the real deal in Japan. Until Komé, I haven't had an experience like this since the summer of 2005. $$

Ari K.Ari Kahn: Tasty authentic Japanese dining. We liked it

Tiffany L.Tiffany Leung: Okay no wonder Paul qui comes here on his off days. Best affordable sushi ! Great staff and lots of options! Really authentic sushi ! Did I mention for really good price ?

Fonda San Miguel is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

3. Fonda San Miguel

8.9
2330 W North Loop Blvd (at Hancock Dr.), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Allandale · 80 tips and reviews

EpicuriousEpicurious: Treat yourself to authentic Mexican food in a city filled with Tex-Mex restaurants. Indulge in tender tacos "al pastor" to feel like you traveled south of the border.

Valerie T.Valerie Tyson: Gorgeous interiors, great feel and home to the most authentic interior Mexican food in Austin.

Elizabeth H.Elizabeth Hall: Best authentic interior Mexico cuisine in Austin plus a classy yet casual ambiance!

Ramen Tatsu-ya is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

4. Ramen Tatsu-ya

8.9
8557 Research Blvd, #126 (at Fairfield Dr), Austin, TX
Ramen Restaurant · North Austin · 192 tips and reviews

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: Yes, the ramen is authentic and delicious, but it’s the spicy edamame tossed with citrus, fresh jalapeños, shichimi spice, and sea salt we're obsessed with. End your meal with the green tea mochi ice. Read more.

Social N.Social News Network: Ramen Tatsu-ya may very well be the most authentic ramen in Japan, but they still aren't scared to experiment. Get there as close to dinner opening as you can — the line is often out the door.

Robert R.Robert Reed: Ramen is authentic for sure.

Ramen Tatsu-ya is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

5. Ramen Tatsu-ya

8.7
1234 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Ramen Restaurant · Zilker · 73 tips and reviews

James S.James Stephenson: Best Ramen I ever had, Jane to get the spicy bomb in whatever you order. Really good authentic Japanese drink options as well.

Andy B.Andy Bokanev: Really nice staff, great authentic ramen.

Stephanie L.Stephanie Livingston: Veggie ramen in the weekends added a chili bomb. Really good

Veracruz All Natural is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

6. Veracruz All Natural

9.1
2505 Webberville Rd, Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · Central East Austin · 107 tips and reviews

Paola M.Paola Mckee: Refreshing agua fresca and authentic savory tacos!

Nick S.Nick Scott: The breakfast tacos are huge, cheap, and delicious...especially when washed down with the most authentic agua fresca in Austin

Heather C.Heather C: Delicious authentic Mexican food. Outside seating not really equipped for this cold snap in the weather. But the food was slammin'!

Almarah Mediterranean Cuisine is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

7. Almarah Mediterranean Cuisine

8.7
12129 Ranch Rd 620 N Ste 450, Austin, TX
Mediterranean Restaurant · Village at Anderson Mill · 8 tips and reviews

Jenn D.Jenn Duncan: This place was fab6and authentic!!

Dan P.Dan Pyatetsky: Giant portions. Lamb liver was great.

tracy s.tracy springer: Grilled shrimp and the kofta kabob were super!!

Little Deli & Pizzeria is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

8. Little Deli & Pizzeria

9.3
7101-A Woodrow Ave (at W St Johns Ave), Austin, TX
Pizzeria · Crestview · 79 tips and reviews

Adam H.Adam Hull: If you want a sandwich, the turkey & mozzarella. The pizza is awesome! The most authentic 'east coast' pie my wife & her family has had since moving to TX 10 yes ago. Bottom line…it's the real deal.

AmateurConciergeAmateurConcierge: Authentic New York style pizza...second only to Home Slice

Steven C.Steven Cutbirth: Best pizza in Austin. Try the Margherita. So good.

Home Slice Pizza is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

9. Home Slice Pizza

9.3
1415 S Congress Ave (Gibson St. E), Austin, TX
Pizzeria · 335 tips and reviews

SPINSPIN: Authentic, New York-inspired pizza in Austin's super-cute South Congress neighborhood. P.S. They’re hosting a Merge Records party this year during SXSW.

David S.David Strasser: Skip the garlic knots and stick to the pizza. The pepperoni is as authentically New York as you can get - which in this case is a very good thing.

AFAR MediaAFAR Media: If you’re ready to mix it up after overindulging in Texas BBQ and authentic Mexican, be sure to check out Home Slice Pizza on busy South Congress Avenue for a cold pint and a tasty pie. Read more.

Las Trancas is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

10. Las Trancas

9.0
1210 East Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX
Food Truck · 21 tips and reviews

Nick L.Nick Lowery: Campechano (chorizo and steak) tacos are authentic and delicious. Highly recommended.

Gerardo Santana G.Gerardo Santana Gómez Garrido: All tacos! They are authentic Mexican tacos

Frank R.Frank Rodriguez: Chorizo, Al Pastor and Buche are the best tacos in this place!!

Taqueria Arandas No. 3 is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

11. Taqueria Arandas No. 3

8.4
6534 Burnet Rd (Twin Oaks), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Allandale · 20 tips and reviews

Monica G.Monica G: Some of the BEST authentic Mexican food in Austin!

Angie C.Angie Cavazos: Barbacoa is tasty and NO grease! Tamales verdes are Great! Crazy cheap prices for authentic mexican fare.

Social N.Social News Network: Incredible breakfast tacos. They are around $1, maybe $1.29 and they are delicious. The environment is authentic Mexican taqueria and they have great chips and salsa. Lunch and dinner are also solid

Via 313 Pizzeria is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

12. Via 313 Pizzeria

8.9
6705 Highway 290 (William Cannon Dr), Austin, TX
Pizzeria · Oak Hill · 29 tips and reviews

hannah b.hannah banana: My friend's dad owns this place. It's really good and authentic Detroit pizza.

Sam M.Sam Melnick: The piadina is a fantastic dessert for Nutella lovers. Get it with ice cream!

David G.David Galindo: The Detroiter, cheese bread, Faygo Rock n Rye or Vernors, plus a cold beer and you can't go wrong.

Santorini Cafe is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

13. Santorini Cafe

9.0
11800 N Lamar Blvd Bldg 1, Austin, TX
Greek Restaurant · 50 tips and reviews

Carrie A.Carrie Ann: Authentic, family-driven atmosphere. It doesn't matter what you order, Momma will serve it as if from her home kitchen. "Mmmm, so good" is the resounding chorus from every table in the quaint joint.

Duffy K.Duffy Kris: Excellent Greek meals from a family owned restaurant. Love everything here! ❤❤❤

Gray C.Gray Chenault: Definitely the best gyro I've had in town.

Troy is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

14. Troy

8.9
8105 Mesa Dr, Austin, TX
Turkish Restaurant · 7 tips and reviews

Aviana P.Aviana Parker: Amazing food, great atmosphere, and great owners. Would recommend to anybody. If you like Verts, you would like this place ten times better because it's actually authentic.

John B.John Boy: Great food, beef Iskender is highly recommended

Troy A.Troy ATX: Lamb skewer and wines!

Lonesome Dove Western Bistro is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Austin.

15. Lonesome Dove Western Bistro

8.6
419 Colorado St (5th St), Austin, TX
Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 15 tips and reviews

Frank R.Frank Rodriguez: Lonsome Dove is not only delicious but very authentic and awesome. The service is outstanding. Try the rabbit-rattlesnake sausage, it's very delicious. I would also recommend the stable sirloin stake!

Carlos C.Carlos Cabrera: Grill oysters with manchego cheese and poblano peppers 👌

DellDell: Chef Tim Love's rarified bistro rewards the adventurous. Try the rabbit-rattlesnake sausage, wild boar ribs and elk with huckleberries. And those are just the appetizers.