Shola Smokehouse to Open in East Austin
The Indian smokehouse opens Friday at 105 Tillery St., combining Indian flavors with oak-fired barbecue.
Austin Food and Drink News
Coverage of food and drink in Austin focuses on culinary trends, restaurant openings and closings, food safety recalls and the business side of the dining industry. It covers the city and the communities around it.
Barbecue
Chicago Eats Find a Home at Austin Saxon Pub
Wrigleyville South Dogs and Beef brings authentic Windy City staples to the South Lamar Boulevard music landmark.
Mexican Food
Live Poll
Do you trust that major restaurant chains implement adequate safety measures to prevent food contamination?
Customer Sues Torchy's Tacos Over Cow Tooth
A lawsuit claims a patron found a cow tooth in a Democrat taco during a June 2026 visit to an Austin restaurant.
Dining Out
Live Poll
Would you try a new steakhouse opening in a former neighborhood restaurant space?
Emery Steakhouse to Open in Austin on November 5
Chefs Ian Thurwachter and Krystal Craig are opening a new steakhouse in the former Gusto Italian Kitchen space.
Cocktails
Live Poll
Would you attend a performance at a new music venue in your local community?
Still Austin Quarter to Open in Austin on November 5
The new 15,000-square-foot music and cocktail venue will debut with performances by local artists.
Organic Food
Live Poll
Would you pay a premium price for specialty barrel-aged soy sauce in a squeeze bottle?
DOJO Launched Barrel-Aged Soy Sauce Brand
The Austin-based brand introduced a USDA organic soy sauce brewed in cedar barrels.
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Austin reporting spans shifts in culinary culture, major industry openings, restaurant health and safety regulations, and the business environment for hospitality workers. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it. The constant influx of new concepts creates a fast pace for openings and closures that keeps the industry in flux. Supply costs and the labor market for restaurant staff define most of the news stories affecting the local scene.