The Austin City Limits Music Festival expands its food offerings, introducing new vendors like Taco Mafia and favorites like JuiceLand, alongside an array of classic and new eateries at ACL Eats, ACL Sweets, and La Pachanga Eatery.

Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff visited a Whataburger with Beto O’Rourke in Austin, enjoying local food and engaging with Texans during a campaign tour.

Barbs B Q in Lockhart, Texas, stands out in the national barbecue scene, earning a spot on The New York Times' "America’s Best Restaurants" list, thanks to its unique Texas BBQ.

Kalimotxo is set to reopen this fall at the Arrive Austin hotel, offering Spanish cuisine and cocktails, with a focus on Basque and Andalusian dishes.

Cuantos Tacos in Austin is named Texas's best taco spot by Yelp, with a 4.7-star rating from nearly 288 reviews. Yelp's 2024 list recognizes top taco joints nationwide.

Cisco's Restaurant in East Austin received a $50,000 preservation grant ahead of its 75th anniversary to maintain its historical site and continue its legacy.

Nando's Peri-Peri is set to open in Austin's Mueller neighborhood in late November 2024, serving South African cuisine in a 2,500 sq ft space at Origin Hotel.

OKO, a new Filipino restaurant with a Texas twist, is opening in East Austin, taking Ah Sing Den's place at 1100 East Sixth Street, featuring chef Harold Villarosa and a menu of Filipino dishes.

Tim Hortons is set to open a new location in Round Rock, Texas, as part of an expansion plan to launch 40-50 stores in Austin's metro area within five years. The Round Rock store will offer 24/7 service and a range of menu items.

Austin welcomes new Japanese dining options: Machi Sushi, the all-you-can-eat sushi spot in South Austin, and Oumi, an upcoming Japanese buffet by Stephen Lin's team, set to open in 2025.

Brass Poppy, a new cocktail lounge at Hotel Van Zandt, has opened in downtown Austin, featuring drinks inspired by past decades and a menu by Executive Chef Sergio Ledesma.

Hays Co Bar-B-Que is moving to Kyle, Texas, with a $500,000 incentive package and plans to develop a new space that will include a restaurant and outdoor area. The move is expected to contribute to Kyle's growth.

Torchy's Tacos seeks permission to sell alcohol at its South Congress location, with proposed restricted hours to respect nearby school proximity, while also rolling out new menu items chain-wide.