Vasquez Taco is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

1. Vasquez Taco

8.3
9063 Research Blvd (183 and Burnet), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · North Burnet · 15 tips and reviews

Kaustubh T.Kaustubh Thirumalai: Vasquez is a hidden gem for a fulfilling breakfast or work lunch. Great for vegetarians! Try the nopalitos (cactus)!

Ricardo G.Ricardo Gonzales: This a place with good food. The service is excellent. The food is great. They serve plenty of food. I've been going there ever since I moved into the neighborhood. It's a great hidden gem.

Omar V.Omar Villarreal: The steak taco I5'd both delicious and spicy. you're welcome!

Jersey Mike's Subs is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

2. Jersey Mike's Subs

9.0
12901 North I-35, Austin, TX
Sandwich Spot · Parmer Center · 2 tips and reviews

Steve C.Steve Cullen: The original Italian is unreal! Sliced right in front of me and dressed jersey style-they call it mikes way with the veggies and vinegar and oil. You have to try this hidden gem!

Kevin V.Kevin V.: Great Philly cheese steak

Zhi Tea is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

3. Zhi Tea

8.6
4607 Bolm Rd, Austin, TX
Tea Room · 17 tips and reviews

Austintatious D.Austintatious Deals: Discover Austin’s hidden treasure - Zhi Tea Gallery today and this weekend at half price ($15 for $30 @ austintatiousdeals.com). With over 75 flavors of fresh organic teas from around the world, serve

Josh A.Josh A: Awesome spot for tea lovers. Great selection of tea. Nice outdoor space to enjoy a pot or two.

@CalvinBarber@CalvinBarber: Don't leave without tasting the scone...awesome!!

Mattie's at Green Pastures is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

4. Mattie's at Green Pastures

8.8
811 W Live Oak St, Austin, TX
American Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 11 tips and reviews

Jenny H.Jenny Hart: Hidden gem! Great birthday dinner with my besties. Thanks for the candle in my insanely good dessert 🙏🏼

AmateurConciergeAmateurConcierge: Man what delicious trimmings. The cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, Caesar, baked potatoes, biscuits…

Jeane D.Jeane Dodson: Fried chicken

Rice Bowl Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

5. Rice Bowl Cafe

7.8
11220 N Lamar Blvd (at W Braker Ln), Austin, TX
Chinese Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

NatNat: The menu is mostly American Chinese food, but there are a few hidden gems: try the three cup chicken and the roast beef rolls.

Andee D.Andee Derby-Aguilera: Always a perfect 10 here. This is one of those hidden gems .. I love it!

Carina L.Carina Leggett: First time here I had eel steak on rice, which was amazing but recently couldn't find it on the menu. Split a plate of fried rice and lo mein with a friend, both were amazing. Will be back. Definitely

Eldorado Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

6. Eldorado Cafe

8.8
3300 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · North Shoal Creek · 18 tips and reviews

Scott F.Scott Francis: Try it all there are a lot of hidden gems on this menu.

Kelsey N.Kelsey Nussbaum: Great new addition to the Tex-mex scene. Very good service and reasonably priced.

Susan Z.Susan Zoch: The nachoes were really good. The service was great. The enchiladas verde were pretty good you get 3 so be aware. They have multiple salsa we had the medium it was really nice and smoky.

SH Donuts is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

7. SH Donuts

8.3
Manor Rd, Austin, TX
Donut Shop · East MLK · 19 tips and reviews

SarahSarah: This place is a hidden gem! Fresh and delicious and so cheap. Two kolaches, a croissant, and a donut for less than $5 and all were amazing! Perfect locally-owned quick breakfast stop.

Logan W.Logan West: Excellent service and great donuts at good price. Nice way to start the day. Always stop there on way to/from airport.

Alyssa A.Alyssa A: The best donuts you will ever eat, and the owners are super friendly.

Patika is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

8. Patika

9.0
2159 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Coffee Shop · South Lamar · 38 tips and reviews

Veronica P.Veronica Penaloza Wolfermann: This is my favorite coffee shop in life. I come here every weekend to treat myself, mentally and physically. They are amazing and a hidden gem in Austin.

Gigi 🎀Gigi 🎀: LOVE this place! Very clean, nice patio, fast wifi, cute decorations. Would come early to study/get work done. Cool place to drink and hang out at night. 💗

ChristinaChristina: Their vanilla latte was 👌🏻

Jacoby's Restaurant & Mercantile is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

9. Jacoby's Restaurant & Mercantile

8.4
3235 E Cesar Chavez St (Tillery), Austin, TX
New American Restaurant · 36 tips and reviews

Erin G.Erin G: Hidden gem with great outdoor space and fun mercantile with gifts and more!

B W.B W: Awesome happy hour. Try their variation on a Moscow Mule. Tasty food, incredible outdoor patio. Definitely check this place out on a nice day. Expensive off of the happy hour menu.

Eric L.Eric Love: This place is ranch to table and really delicious! I would totally recommend the cheeseburger. Found this gem on Supper: http://supper.mx/places/jacobys-austin/

Lotus Hunan Chinese Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

10. Lotus Hunan Chinese Restaurant

7.8
3201 Bee Cave Rd (Old Walsh Tarlton Ln.), Austin, TX
Chinese Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews

H Jaymi E.H Jaymi Elsass: Great food, great service...a hidden gem in Westlake!

Douglas R.Douglas Rockstead: Favorite dish is shrimp chicken jot pepper sauce....mmmmmm

Alex P.Alex Parrish: The lunch specials are fantastic! Come in between 11-3!

Maudie's Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

11. Maudie's Cafe

8.4
2608 W 7th St (at Lake Austin Blvd), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · West Austin · 48 tips and reviews

TocquignyTocquigny: One of the Top 5 Hidden Places to Eat During SXSW! Follow me to find out the other 4! http://foursquare.com/tocquigny or stop by BuzzBrawl.com to get the trends for SXSW 2011. Read more.

Pony W.Pony Wells: Come in for the margaritas and the queso. Great place to be. Staff is amazing! A place you can feel at home.

BravoBravo: The best Tex-Mex in town. Visit the original on Lake Austin Boulevard for queso, migas, or the Maggie's Plate and of course a margarita or two! -Stacie Scott Turner, Real Housewives of DC

Mozart's Coffee is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

12. Mozart's Coffee

9.2
3825 Lake Austin Blvd (at Enfield Rd.), Austin, TX
Coffee Shop · West Austin · 247 tips and reviews

Greg H.Greg Hartle: A hidden gem in Austin. Great coffee, great view on the lake

Mel S.Mel Schwartz: quite, peaceful, right on the lake! its beautiful! the desserts are delicious too!

Charles E.Charles Edge: Iced mocha on a hot Austin night!

Galaxy Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

13. Galaxy Cafe

8.5
1000 W Lynn St (10th St.), Austin, TX
American Restaurant · Old West Austin · 69 tips and reviews

Federico G.Federico Gasquet: Fast food and great prices - it's definitely a hidden gem.

Natarie E.Natarie Earfart: Fresh produce delivered everyday, all-natural beef, chicken, and eggs (the eggs are even hand-picked from happy chickens!) at affordable prices... why would you go anywhere else?

Dark Lord JulianDark Lord Julian: Life is a battle. Eat dessert.

Starbucks is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

14. Starbucks

7.6
3637 Far West Blvd, Austin, TX
Coffee Shop · Northwest Hills · 13 tips and reviews

Michele S.Michele Schwartz: Love this Starbucks! It's quiet, less crowded & quicker service than others nearby! It's my hidden gem

Mariana R.Mariana Ramos: Don't come here after school hours. Loaded with rude kids.

EleighEleigh: Little neighborhood shop with no drive thru. Baristas learn your name quickly and focus on your satisfaction. Chris is my favorite - if he's working the bar, you're sure to get your drink made right!

Cafe Java is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Austin.

15. Cafe Java

8.6
11900 Metric Blvd (at Stonehollow Dr), Austin, TX
Coffee Shop · North Burnet · 104 tips and reviews

Bryan G.Bryan G: The migas are up there with the best in Austin. Great coffee, service, come alone and sit at the counter - join in the conversation or read the paper. A hidden gem

Pooja J.Pooja Junnarkar: Their omelets are great, all of them. I like trying their specials along with the bourbon pecan pie.

Elana K.Elana King: I was there last night with a friend, and got their Monday burger special to go for my boyfriend. It was an hour before I got it home, and the egg was at perfection. These guys continue to amaze me.