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Restaurants near South Congress and South First in Austin

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A Churro Co.

DessertsSouth Congress and South First

1906 S. First, 512/749-2150

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B Conscious Cravings

Deli/Sandwich Shop, Raw, Vegetarian/VeganSouth Congress and South First

1311 S. First, 512/582-9182

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C Copper Restaurant & Bar

Steak HouseSouth Congress and South First$10-$25

This underappreciated gem serves well-prepared, reasonably priced steaks and generous, tasty sides in a casual atmosphere.

300 S. Congress, 512/469-9000

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D Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden

CoffeehouseSouth Congress and South First

Coffee doesn't get more cosmic than it gets at this beer-enhanced, nom-purveying gathering place. Note: That's a good thing, citizen!

121 Pickle #111, 512/481-0694

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E Curra's Grill

Interior MexicanSouth Congress and South First$10-$25 First Plates 

The kitchen whips up handmade corn tortillas while you sip avocado margaritas. Don't miss the chile rellenos with pecan cream sauce, or for breakfast, the huevos machacado.

614 E. Oltorf, 512/444-0012

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F Doc's Bar & Grill

Pub Grub, Sports BarSouth Congress and South First$10-$25

Thirty-one beers on tap may remind us of a certain drinking game, but don't get distracted from exploring the eclectic, affordable menu. Several flat-screens add to the jovial patio feel.

1123 S. Congress, 512/448-9181

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G Dolce Neve

Gelato/SorbettoSouth Congress and South FirstUnder $10

Dolce Neve (Italian for "sweet snow") makes small-batch, traditional gelato with an emphasis on locally sourced, high-quality ingredients.

1713 S. First, 512/804-5568

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H El Alma Cafe y Cantina

Tex-MexSouth Congress and South FirstUnder $10 First Plates 

Chef Alma Alcocer-Thomas' take on casual Mexico City cuisine is approachable, affordable, and delicious. Brunch includes Huevos Franceses, made with eggs and spinach resting on corn pudding; or Thomas' version of migas, called Huevos Revueltos. Throw down a Mimosa Feliz and don't miss the gorgeous views from the upstairs patio.

1025 Barton Springs Rd., 512/609-8923

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I El Borrego de Oro

Interior MexicanSouth Congress and South FirstUnder $10

You'll find real Mexican food, real corn tortillas, and real Mexican Cokes, all at a reasonable price. Try the birria lamb and the perfect picadillo.

3900 S. Congress, 512/383-0031

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J El Mercado South

Tex-MexSouth Congress and South First$10-$25

Mystery Mondays are the staple at this Tex-Mex restaurant – perfect for those avoiding nearby South Congress chaos. Every week, Christine Albert and Bill Kirchen join a surprise guest in what usually turns out to be an unrehearsed yet can’t-be-missed jam session loved by locals. During the rest of the week, the all-ages (and dog-friendly) patio stage is frequented by country, blues, and rock & roll staples in the Austin scene.

1302 S. First, 512/447-7445

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K El Primo

Tex-MexSouth Congress and South First First Plates 

This nondescript trailer serves up stellar tacos, burritos, and tortas.

2101 S. First, 512/227-5060

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L Elizabeth Street Cafe

Bakery, Coffeehouse, French, VietnameseSouth Congress and South First$25-$40 First Plates 

Making Vietnamese cuisine with grass-fed meats, eggs from pastured chickens, locally grown organic produce, and seafood fresh from the Gulf makes us happy, but not as happy as the dreamy drip coffee served iced or hot.

1501 S. First, 512/291-2881

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M Farm to Market Grocery

South Congress and South First

1718 S. Congress, 512/462-7220

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N First Food Mart

South Congress and South First

1410 S. First, 512/440-1617

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O Freebirds World Burrito

Tex-MexSouth Congress and South FirstUnder $10

Stratocaster-sized burritos in a rock & roll environment are the stock-in-trade at this joint. This is big-boy eating heaven: You don't have to include the veggie stuff you don't want, and there's no way you can walk away hungry.

515 S. Congress, 512/462-3512

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