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Fifth St., 512-888-9133; austinfixe.com FONDA SAN MIGUEL An iconic, traditional Mexican restaurant that boasts incredible Hispanic architectural design for a more authentic feel. 2330 W. North Loop Blvd., 512-459- 4121; fondasanmiguel.com FOREIGN & DOMESTIC Innovative chef Ned Elliott's 47-seat mainstay is neighborhood dining at its very best. 306 E. 53rd St., 512-459-1010; fndaustin.com FRANKLIN BARBECUE Declared the best barbecue in the country. Get in line early for their mouth- watering brisket. 900 E. 11th St.; franklinbarbecue.com JEFFREY'S Located in the haven of the West Lynn district, this posh menu boasts elegance and ingenuity. 1204 W. Lynn St., 512-477-5584; jeffreysofaustin.com JUNIPER Uchi alum Nicholas Yanes upped the Italian game in Austin when he opened Juniper, which focuses on Northern Italian cuisine. 2400 E. Cesar Chavez St., Ste. 304, 512-220-9421; juniperaustin.com JUSTINE'S BRASSERIE With an elevated French bistro menu and the best vinyl collection in town, the scene at this East Austin restaurant just gets better well into the night. 4710 E. Fifth St., 512-385-2900; justines1937.com LA CONDESA Contemporary Mexican is paired with an expansive tequila and mezcal selection. 400 W. Second St., 512-499- 0300; lacondesa.com on an expansive patio with shareable menu selections, including lobster mac and cheese. 1400 S. Congress Ave., 512-291-7300; perlasaustin.com SECOND BAR + KITCHEN Inventive bites and a smart cocktail program draw a stylish crowd downtown, and now Chef David Bull has opened a second location at Domain Northside. Archer Hotel, 3121 Palm Way; 200 Congress Ave., 512-827-2750; secondbarkitchen.com SWIFT'S ATTIC Whimsical small plates plus creative cocktails are the name of the game at this bustling gastropub. 315 Congress Ave., 512-482- 8842; swiftsattic.com TOWNSEND Across from the Paramount, this beauty boasts inventive cocktails crafted by Austin favorite Justin Elliott. 718 Congress Ave., Ste. 100, 512-887-8778; thetownsendaustin.com UCHI Chef Tyson Cole combines his extensive Eastern knowledge with exotic, high-quality ingredients at this landmark restaurant. 801 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-916- 4808; uchiaustin.com UCHIKO Designed to mimic a Japanese farmhouse, Uchi's sister restaurant is popular for its vegetarian tasting menu and fried-milk dessert. 4200 N. Lamar Blvd., 512-916-4808; uchikoaustin.com WU CHOW From the creative minds behind Swift's Attic, this downtown restaurant brings authentic farm-to-table Chinese food to downtown Austin. IBC Bank Plaza, 500 W. Fifth St., Ste. 168, 512-476- 2469; wuchowaustin.com LAUNDERETTE Chef Rene Ortiz and pastry chef Laura Sawicki have created one of the best small-plate restaurants in town. 2115 Holly St., 512-382- 1599; launderetteaustin.com LENOIR The dreamy, romantic interior is matched by the inspired menu of chef Todd Duplechan, and the wine garden is a slice of heaven. 1807 S. First St., 512-215-9778; lenoirrestaurant.com L'OCA DORO This Mueller neighborhood gem celebrates the best in Italian comfort food. 1900 Simond Ave., 737-212-1876; locadoroaustin.com MANUEL'S The Mexican menu at this downtown staple is beautifully executed. 310 Congress Ave.; 512-472-7555; manuelsaustin.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 OLAMAIE Traditional Southern food for lunch and dinner with a sophisticated twist and national acclaim. 1610 San Antonio St., 512-474-2796; olamaieaustin.com OTOKO This 12-seat, reservation- only omakase restaurant has a private bar for diners. 1603 S. Congress Ave.; otokoaustin.com PARKSIDE The original Austin gastro- pub with a fresh, ingredient-driven menu. 301 E. Sixth St., 512-474-9898; parkside-austin.com PERLA'S Top-notch oysters are served AUSTINWAY.COM 55 LACQUER LACQUER upscale nail salon has opened a second location at 11005 Burnet Rd (near the Domain). The new location will feature the same clean and modern décor as the fi rst, and will have an expanded services menu, including waxing. LACQUER specializes in natural nail care and hand-painted, custom nail art. LACQUER is the only Certifi ed Safe Salon® in Austin. The entire staff at both locations have completed extensive training to provide healthful services performed with the highest levels of sanitation and safety. Downtown: 210 Guadalupe St North: 11005 Burnet Rd (512) 476-1211 ilovelacquer.com