Alright, food fam, we’re keeping the heat cranked—Austin’s 2025 culinary scene is a full-on flavor riot, and we’re dropping the 20 hottest new spots that are serving up savage eats with zero chill. From casual Greek cuisine, a modern take on Gulf seafood and sushi, to Central Texas-style barbecue, Austin’s got a tasteful lineup of new spots that is certain to keep you hungry for dinner, happy hour and date night. Let’s roll through this lineup of ATX’s freshest food flexes.

Aris

1111 W 6th St (Clarksville)
Modern upscale Greek steakhouse with classy Clarksville vibes, slinging lamb chops and tzatziki slap with swagger. The dry againg steak room is unbelievable.

Top Roe

120 W 5th St
Top Roe delivers two distinct dining experiences under one roof – a dedicated handroll counter and Yōshoku izakaya-style menu in the dining room. Chef Paul Qui, a James Beard Award winner and Top Chef Season 9 champion, brings his expertise to craft dishes that are both innovative and authentic.

Handsome Dan’s

979 Springdale Rd STE 124 (Central/East Austin)
Handcrafted hot and cold sammies with a side of chips, and ice cold beer bring the sin you didn’t know you needed.

Mother’s Ruin

1401 E 6th St. – Mother’s Ruin, the beloved cocktail-meets-dive bar founded in NYC, is known for its creative cocktails, quality bar food menu, and unique dive-meets-cocktail bar atmosphere. A standout feature is their commitment to serving guests: Mother’s Ruin is open 365 days a year from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

The Greek Bar

Central Austin – Oltorf Rd.
The elevated-yet-casual restaurant features fresh Mediterranean cuisine that includes traditional spreads, mezze, and hearty main dishes like grilled lamb chops, moussaka, and modern-Greek dishes.

Electric Gravy

1050 E. 11th St. – With the pulse of Mumbai and the soul-warming comfort of a friendly neighborhood watering hole, all wrapped up in a swirl of food and creative cocktails at Electric Gravy Mumbai Bar and Canteen, a fresh mix of Indian street foods on East 11th St.

Teddy’s

1601 W 38th St unit 1
Southwestern plates fuse Indigenous-Mexican-Texan-American flavors with zero chill.
The Bill’s Oyster crew dropped this mid-November gem, with chef Rene Garza slinging shaved prime rib on jalapeño-cheddar buns, wild mushroom quesadillas, and duck confit flautas with mole amarillo—indoor-outdoor dining keeps it casual and clutch.

Golden Palace

10901 North Lamar Boulevard
Dim sum, Sichuan spice, soup dumplings, Beijing duck, and seafood. That feel good kind of Chinese food.

Leona Botanical Cafe & Bar

308 Main St., South Austin
Imagine a taco-and-Thai collaboration in a 5 acre garden garden oasis in South Austin, that’s bound to be a pure-tasting flex. (Opening soon)

Twin Isle

1401 Rosewood Ave., Central East Austin
Trini street eats like roti and jerk bowls taste like paradise found.

Micklethwait Craft Meats

Location: 4602 Tanney St., East Austin
The East 11th Street finds a Brick & Mortar home in East Austin, slinging their classic Central Texas craft-style BBQ in an old church slings pulled lamb and sides that sin.

Haywire

11501 Rock Rose Ave., Domain Northside
Now open with Texas-sized steaks and elk tacos scream big energy with whiskey and swagger included.

Cockti

2701 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Fried chicken thighs with wild sauces bring Eastside chaos with gluten-free masa buns to keep it real.

Bill’s Dips

2808 Manor Rd
Oversized burgers and dipped ice cream rule the food truck game. (Coming soon)

Mian & Bao

4700 W Guadalupe St Ste A5 (Triangle)
Sichuan dumplings and beef pancakes wreck tastebuds in the best way.

Oribello’s Bar and Kitchen

519 W 37th St
Elevated pub grub and cocktails drip with Eastside grit. Expect a spring 2025 drop—dive bar energy with chef cred.

Cousin Louie’s Italian American

Belterra Village Shopping Center
Red-sauce classics like meatballs bring Nonna-level comfort, from the founder of Tony C’s, and League Kitchen.

Day Maker Half Day Cafe

1101 S MoPac Expy
Brunch plates and lattes are daytime ‘gram bait supreme.

JABS Burgers & Fries

Fareground Food Hall (Downtown)
Premium angus burgers with JABS sauce stack bold and simple.
Why It’s Hot: Shawarma Point’s crew slings the “OG” or triple “K.O.”—add jalapeños and fries for the win.

Golden Boy

Fareground Food Hall (Downtown)
Chef-driven lunch bao and bowls pop off with vibrant flavors.
Why It’s Hot: Chef Nick Middleton’s Gochujang Beef Bao and Honey Salsa Macha Chicken Bowl are craveable AF—11 AM to 3 PM daily.

There it is, squad. The 20 hottest new Austin joints owning 2025 like it’s their turf. With hot new food trucks throwing punches, and brick and mortar spots dripping sauce, this is ATX’s food glow-up in full effect. Hit these spots, snap the ‘gram, and flex your foodie status. Go get it!