Restaurants in Austin, $10-$25

A Yamas

Mediterranean • North • $10-$25

5308 Balcones, 512/243-7499

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B Yanagi

Japanese • South • $10-$25

Sushi is prominent here, but other simple Japanese dishes such as udon noodles, teriyaki, donburi, and katsu are also on the menu, along with a small selection of Korean dishes.

4404-B W. William Cannon, 512/891-0989

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C Yard Bar

American Cafe • Midtown • $10-$25

This dog park/ restaurant/ bar offers well-balanced cocktails, a great local beer selection, and classic American dishes like hushpuppies and hot dogs. Don't miss out on the homemade Cheez Whiz.

6700 Burnet Rd., 512/900-3773

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D Yellow Jacket Social Club

American Cafe • Lower East • $10-$25 •  First Plates 

The Yellow Jacket Social Club has a comfortable, lived-in feel that aims to attract a neighborhood bar crowd as much as the Urban Outfitted. The furniture is funky and comfortable, and the interior is quiet enough to allow for conversation. Outdoors, it’s a friendly scene, and friendly, well-behaved dogs are welcome.

1704 E. Fifth, 512/480-9572

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E Zed's

American Cafe • North • $10-$25

A waterfall welcomes you here to enjoy Austin-friendly food such as Waterfall Salad and deep-dish chicken pot pie while overlooking the pond.

501 Canyon Ridge, 512/339-9337

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F Zoe's Kitchen

American Cafe, Mediterranean, Vegetarian/Vegan • North • $10-$25

10000 Research, 512/372-9080

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G Zoe's Kitchen

American Cafe, Mediterranean, Vegetarian/Vegan • South • $10-$25

On the old site of Tamale House #2, this new addition to the South Austin Mexican food scene offers much of the same fare, as the new owner kept many of the ol' haunt's original recipes. Tamale Time is just around the corner, so give 'em a try!

5601 Brodie Lane #1525, 512/358-0888

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H ZuZu Handmade Mexican Food

Interior Mexican, Tex-Mex • North • $10-$25

Fresh and healthfully prepared yet authentic Interior Mexican food is served in a colorful, clean, kid-friendly atmosphere. Excellent salsas. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

5770 MoPac N. #500, 512/467-9295

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I ZuZu Handmade Mexican Food

Interior Mexican • West Austin and Lakeway • $10-$25

The tomatillo and poblano salsas are fresh, and the guacamole is some of the best in town. Try corn relish and green salad on for sides.

6317 Bee Caves Rd. #200, 512/732-2117

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