Looking to uncover all that South Lamar has to offer? Get to know this Austin neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a crêperie to a Mexican cantina.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in South Lamar, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Phil's Ice House
Topping the list is Phil's Ice House, a spot to score burgers and more. Located at 2901 S. Lamar Blvd., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting four stars out of 239 reviews on Yelp.
Aside from burgers, the menu features sandwiches, french fries (and sweet potato fries), milkshakes and floats made with Maine Root Handcrafted Beverages. Catering services are also available.
2. Papalote Taco House
Next up is Mexican spot Papalote Taco House, situated at 2803 S. Lamar Blvd. With 4.5 stars out of 530 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
Aside from tacos, the casual spot serves tortas, tostadas, sopes and other simple Mexican snacks. Vegetarian options are also available, and you can check out the daily lunch specials here.
3. Crêpe Crazy
Crêperie Crêpe Crazy is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 3103 S. Lamar Blvd., 4.5 stars out of 451 reviews.
The shop serves coffee, homemade sweet and savory crêpes and "other goodies" like salads, panini sandwiches, bagels, croissants and seasonal soups. Delivery and catering services are also available.
4. Patika
Patika, a cafe that offers coffee, tea and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 342 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2159 S. Lamar Blvd. to see for yourself.
Seasonal comfort food is on the menu here, with biscuits and gravy, a "no dough" quiche and salmon stuffed avocado being highlights. The eatery can host private events or provide off-site catering services as well.
5. Loro
Finally, check out Loro, which has earned four stars out of 907 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Asian smokehouse and full service cocktail bar at 2115 S. Lamar Blvd.
The restaurant specializes in meals that highlight smoked meats served with coconut scented rice, and it also serves sandwiches, rice bowls and veggie appetizers. (Check out the happy hour menu here.)
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