Best Lunch Restaurants in Lake Austin

"5520 Burnet Rd #100 | The PeachedTortilla combines bold Asian flavors with subtle southern ties to provide a truly unique dining experience. Since owner Eric Silverstein launched the first food truck in 2010, the brand has since expanded to a full-service catering operation, a brick-and-mortar restaurant, an event space and has even expanded with a spin-off restaurant, Bar Peached. Enjoy unique and comforting dishes like their kimchi arancini balls; Hainan chicken; bowls of noodles, rice as well as tacos, and burger specials."

"5520 Burnet Rd #100 | Eric Silverstein’s southern-Asian-inspired food truck – turned brick-and-mortar restaurant in Allandale has been an Austin mainstay for 11 years, offering a delightful menu full of comfort food options like Hainan chicken, kimchi arancini balls; tacos, noodles and rice bowls. Pickup and delivery orders can be placed online, and the restaurant has reopened for indoor and patio dine-in services. Photo by The Peached Tortilla"

"The Peached Tortilla is known for its banh mi tacos and other Asian-fusion dishes. There is also an extensive menu for their alcoholic beverages. They serve southern comfort food with the flavors of Asia."

"Moonshine patio bar & grill takes you back to a simpler time. Comfortable and familiar, relaxed and easygoing, moonshine greets guests like family. Serving up great cooking with an innovative take on classic American comfort food, moonshine’s menu satisfies even the big city tastes."

"Moonshine® Patio Bar & Grill takes you back to a simpler time. Comfortable and familiar, relaxed and easygoing, Moonshine greets guests like family. Serving up great cooking with an innovative take on classic American comfort food."

"Light French fare anchors the all-day menu at this east side café. Under petit déjeuner (“small lunch,”) diners will find croissants, blueberry crépes, and egg white frittatas. Other specialties include cheese and meat boards, salads, tartines, and a variety of entrees, like the French meatloaf, ratatouille, and mussels dijon."

"The Steeping Room is an absolute must-visit for tea enthusiasts, but their appeal surpasses just that specialty. Their Saturday brunch menu offers traditional brunch favorites including $6 mimosas, omelets, latkes and french toast with the option for tea service as well. _________________________________"

"I loved The Steeping Room and I wish I could transport it back to Vancouver with me. I could have stayed there all afternoon sipping tea from their extensive tea list. Their menu is fantastic and vegan options such as salads, bowls, curries, sandwiches and desserts."

"A block and a half north of Houndstooth is The Steeping Room, a tea shop, cafe, and restaurant. I include it on this list as an alternative to coffee, though they serve that too. I've had lunch here several times, and it's always buzzing."

"2159 S Lamar Blvd.| Fom Patika’s beginnings as a coffee cart in downtown Austin in 2010, owners Wigginton and Krupa founded their first brick and mortar at 2159 S Lamar in 2014 and grew to recently open a downtown Luncheonette on Congress Ave. in July 2019, serving a daily menu of craft coffee, breakfast, and lunch offerings."

"A list of Austin pancakes cannot be complete without mention of Star Seeds Cafe. Star Seeds is the Mecca of 24-hour breakfast and delights in seeing you post-dancing (after you have worked up an appetite, of course.) Maybe it is the nostalgia of a good night dancing that adds the glow around Star Seeds, or the checkered floor and black round seats that take you back to times you didn’t actually live through. But make no mistake, these pancakes are worth a stop any time of day."

"3101 N Interstate 35| Formerly known as Star Seeds cafe, this little diner is a classic greasy spoon restaurant specializing in breakfast at all hours of the day in a fun and funky ambiance. That means a rad pile-up of biscuits, burgers, and breakfast tacos. You’ll also find some delicious vegetarian-friendly options or whatever you’re in the mood for."

"On weekends the line to order at this Burnet Road restaurant and coffee shop is out the door, but don’t let that intimidate you. The breakfast tacos and butter-laden pancakes produced by this tiny kitchen are worth the wait. While you’re in the queue, sit on the back or front patios, sip a signature Pacha latte (hot or iced), and watch as the neighborhood regulars pile in."

"A post shared by Reinaldo Mateo Forti (@reinaldoforti) on Sep 9, 2018 at 8:48pm PDT. My first stop was Pacha Organic Cafe. A few months ago, Pacha was considering opening later and expanding its offerings."

"sweetgreen is known for its salads and bowls with grains, greens, proteins (roasted or blackened chicken, Cajun shrimp, roasted sesame tofu), and other vegetables, fruits, and dressings all combined into one perfect bowl. There are signature and seasonal combinations, as well as a build-your-own option so you can get as creative as you want with your meal. Both Sweet Green locations partner with local Texan vendors and local farms using fresh sourced ingredients."

"There is nowhere that I eat more often for lunch than Sweet Green. Recently it’s been all delivery while working from home, but the South Austin location has a decent amount of outdoor seating… and the Hay Outdoor Dining furniture that I’ve been ogling. I love the Harvest Bowl, sub wild rice for crispy rice."

"This popular DC salad chain now has two locations in Austin: South Congress, and The Drag. You can preorder through their app and pick up their delicious salads and bowls, or dine in at the bright and airy restaurant space. WEBSITE | 11007 S Congress Ave"

"Dolce Bacio was opened one year ago by an Italian couple newly planted in Texas. Prior to leaving Italy, Francesca and Dante trained at several top gelato schools, where they learned to make high quality products from scratch. “Our goal here is to offer the same quality and tradition you find in Italy, crossed with local flavors,” Francesca explained with gusto."

"The gelato truck offers up a bunch of to-go gelato, including a good number of vegan options. To-go orders can be placed in person, over the phone, or online, and there are deliveries within a three-mile radius."

"4 out of 5 stars Restaurants Italian Bryker Woods. Chef/owner Shawn Cirkiel’s Italian gem features antipasti, pastas and entrees dictated by the seasons and served in a beautiful setting. Other highlights include family-style dinners each Sunday and weekday happy hour deals plus plenty of patio seating spread across several levels under the shade of a giant oak tree."

"Olive & June is offering a Valentine’s Day Pre-Fixe Dinner for 2 for $70 per person. Enjoy items like Slow braised Texas Short Rib, Truffle butter chicken breast, crispy potatoes, Mixed Kale Salad, and Triple chocolate mousse cake for dessert. Reservations can be made for dine-in or pre-orders/to-go for takeout."

"The tucked-away three-story Italian restaurant hides a stunning patio in Bryker Woods with a beautiful ancient oak tree, perfect for happy hour cocktails. Reservations are available."

"What more romantic place could there be than a cozy Paris bistro, with lace curtains and fresh flowers in wine bottle vases?. At Chez Nous, you can be transported to the City of Light for the evening, with old-world charm along with authentic French food from the Parisian owners. After you are shown to your table and enjoying some wine with a basket of freshly baked baguettes, share classic bistro fare such as housemade paté, escargot and poisson meuniere (fish of the day in butter, parsley, and lemon juice)."

"DowntownThis intimate, casual bistro feels like a little slice of France in Austin, and has been serving couples on Sixth Street since 1982. While you can order a la carte if you wish, Chez Nous has one of the most compelling three-course prix fixe dinner menus in town, with dishes like salmon rillette, pate, roasted ruby trout, seared scallops, creme brulee, and mousse au chocolat. Whatever you do, always heed the wine pairing suggestions."

"Who says you can’t make it to Paris in the middle of the workweek?. With its iconic rattan bistro chairs, white marble surfaces, and shiny brass accents, Le Politique is a classic French brasserie and patisserie in downtown ATX. For lunch, choose from soups, salads, and favorites like the croque monsieur, escargots, steak tartare, chicken pillared, trout almondine, moules frites, and more."

"New to downtown’s restaurant scene, Le Politique invites diners to experience French fare in a welcoming environment. Small bites include escargot, charcuterie, and steak tartare while entrees range from boeuf bourguignon to marinated mussels to a variety of seafood options, too. Be sure sample a few desserts, like the crème brûlée."

"Hopfields is a gastropub known for its extensive beer selection, but the brunch menu offers a wide selection of classic brunch staples that pair well with a brew – or just a cup of coffee. The French-inspired menu features new creations like Pommes Rosti (smoked sockeye salmon, pickled red onion, capers, creme fraiche, celery leaves), Sourdough Pancake, and Akaushi Tri-Tip “Au Poivre”. Burger lovers should also be pleased to know that one of Austin's favorite burgers, the Pascal Burger, will be available during brunch!"

"Offering a diverse, yet decidedly French menu, Hopfields uses fresh, seasonal ingredients to create its offerings, ranging from cheeses to steak frites to chicken liver mousse, lamb meatballs, and duck confit for dinner. Weekend brunch options include the classic croque madame and jambon buerre, which is a combination of Parisian ham, French butter, cornichons, baguette, greens, and a Dijon vinaigrette."

"Hopfields is a gastropub with craft beer and French-inspired food in an adorable, rustic setting. Their Pascal burger is, I believe, one of the very best burgers in Austin. WEBSITE | 3110 Guadalupe St Suite #400"