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photography by Cory ryan Dine 24 Diner Enjoy chef Andrew Curren's inspired '50s-style comfort food in a modern setting. 600 N. Lamar Blvd., 512-472-5400; 24diner.com Alamo Drafthouse Cinema For movie lovers, by movie lovers, with the adjacent Highball offering one of the most creative karaoke rooms around. 1120 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-861-7040; drafthouse.com/austin ALC Steaks This family-owned steakhouse is known for its superb sirloin and service. 1205 N. Lamar Blvd., 512-472-1813; alcsteaks.com Amy's Ice Creams A rotating menu of 350 f lavors, but its Mexican vanilla is a classic. 4477 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-891-0573; amysicecreams.com Barlata Tapas Bar Chef Daniel Olivella celebrates his native Spain with creative tapas, latas, and paellas. 1500 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-473-2211; barlataaustin.com Brown's Bar-B-Que Meat lovers congregate at this beloved truck, one of the best in Texas. 1901 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-517-8520; facebook.com/ brownsbarbque Cantine From the owners of Asti, this new hot-spot cafe is already impressing locals with its Italian fare, like the Bianca pizza. 1100 S. Lamar Blvd., Ste. 2115, 512-628-0348; cantineaustin.com Central Market An ideal hideout to listen to live music while relaxing with a drink and fresh eats from the unconventional grocery's café. 4477 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-899-4300; 4001 N. Lamar Blvd., 512-206-1000; centralmarket.com Chi'Lantro Don't miss the kimchi fries at the brick-and-mortar location of the popular Korean-barbecue- inspired food truck. 1509 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-428-5269; chilantrobbq.com Counter Cafe The small diner wins points for its American classics done right. 626 N. Lamar Blvd., 512-708- 8800; countercafe.com East Side King Part of Top Chef winner Paul Qui's Austin empire, this ESK permanent location maintains its food-truck roots with a pan-Asian spin. 2310 S. Lamar Blvd., Ste. 101, 512-383-8382; eskaustin.com Flour and Vine The skillet mac 'n' cheese is a universal favorite at this artistic eatery. 300 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-474-4846; flourandvine.com Fresa's El Super Bol is perfect for the health-conscious at this buzzy Mexican drive-thru (director Robert Rodriguez is a partner), but it's hard to pass up the addictive queso. 915 N. Lamar Blvd., 512-428-5077; fresaschicken.com Gourdough's Public House Everything on the menu is made with doughnuts—even the famous burger. 2700 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-912-9070; gourdoughs.com Kerbey Lane Cafe A beloved 24 -hour institution that is sure to please every palate in the group. 3003 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-445-4451; kerbeylanecafe.com Lick Honest Ice Creams Creative artisanal f lavors concocted from the freshest milk via local Mill-King Market & Creamery. 2032 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-363-5622; ilikelick.com Maria's Taco Xpress Come for the authentic Mexican breakfast tacos, stay for the gospel brunch and only-in-Austin décor. 2529 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-444-0261; tacoxpress.com Matt's Famous El Rancho Ask for "The Bob" queso dip at this family-owned, Mexican-food institution that opened in 1952. 2613 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-462-9333; mattselrancho.com Maudie's Too With some of the city's best queso, the restaurant has been serving Tex-Mex for more than 75 years. 1212 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-440-8088; maudies.com Moonlight Bakery The giant cinnamon rolls are the star at this adored neighborhood bakery. 2300 S. Lamar Blvd., Ste. 102, 512-426-1302; moonlightbakery.com Mr. Natural This all-in-one health food store, vegetarian eatery, juice bar, and bakery is a favorite for its lunch specials and treats with the allergic in mind. 2414 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-916-9223; mrnatural-austin.com Odd Duck Brother chef-owners Bryce and Dylan Gilmore delight diners with unusual dishes (beef tongue Reuben) at this hot spot. 1201 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-433-6521; oddduckaustin.com Olivia Chef James Holmes has perfected brunch as well as fried chicken. 2043 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-804-2700; olivia-austin.com Papalote Taco House The Alambres taco is the standout at this casual Tex-Mex eatery, where breakfast tacos are served all day. All Along Lamar THE HEART OF AUSTIN, LAMAR BOULEVARD PULSES WITH VIBRANT EATERIES, BARS, BOUTIQUES, AND SPAS. vox table This new addition to Lamar Union is attracting foodies with its innovative cocktail bar and American-, French-, and Basque-inspired tapas menu. Chef Joe Anguiano's dishes feature fresh ingredients, like glazed baby carrots with hazelnuts, pomegranate seeds, and crème fraîche. 100 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-375 -4869; voxtableaustin.com 2803 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-804-2474; yumpapalote.com Phil's Icehouse Sink your teeth into the Travis Heights burger or custom-build your own while your kids enjoy the playscape. 2901 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-707-8704; philsicehouse.com Picnik Austin The nutritious yet delicious paleo menu at this food truck complements its trendy butter coffee. 1700 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-293- 6118; picnikaustin.com Glazed baby carrots, hazelnuts, pomegranate seeds, and creme fraiche from Vox Table. the guide Austin's Finest AUSTINWAY.com 103