Blue Dahlia
Romantic European bistro; some organic ingredients
1115 E. 11th, 512-542-9542
bluedahliabistro.com
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Location: East Side
Category: Trendy

Buenos Aires Café East
Limited Argentine menu; revamped small storefront
1201 E. 6th, 512-382-1189
buenosairescafe.com
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Location: East Side
Category: Romantic

Contigo
Hipster hangout; outdoor venue offering small plates and upscale comfort food
2027 Anchor Ln, 512-614-2260
contigotexas.com/Austin
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Location: East Side
Category: Trendy

Eastside Cafe
Tiny cottage with a big garden; gluten-free menu
2113 Manor Rd, 512-476-5858
eastsidecafeaustin.com
Location: East Side
Category: Veggie Delight

East Side Pies Pizzeria
Indie pizza with gourmet toppings
1401 Rosewood Ave, 512-524-0933
eastsidepies.com
Location: East Side
Categories: Cheap Eats, Tried & True

East Side Show Room
Unique fusion of restaurant and old-style theater; changing menu
1100 E. 6th, 512-467-4280
eastsideshowroom.com
Location: East Side
Category: Late Night

El Chile Eastside
Hip, interior Mexican fare; bright and comfortable with outdoor deck
1809 Manor Rd, 512 457-9900
elchilecafe.com
Location: East Side
Category: Trendy

Franklin Barbecue
Friendly barbeque joint with outdoor seating; awesome brisket
900 E. 11th, 512-653-1187
franklinbarbecue.com
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Location: East Side
Category: Comfy Cafes

Justine’s
Hip; French
4710 E. 5th, 512-385-2900
justines1937.com
Location: East Side
Category: Trendy

Uncorked Tasting Room
Sophisticated wine bar serving eclectic New American
900 E. 7th, 512-524-2809
uncorkedtastingroom.com
Location: East Side
Categories: Romantic, Late Night