Best Eats 2016 AFBA City Guide – Round Rock – Pflugerville
With just over 112,000 residents, Round Rock has been touted as one of the fastest growing suburbs in the nation. It is quickly becoming a popular choice for Austinites craving a little bit of country life just 15 miles away from Downtown. And many restaurants are following. See our Best Eats 2016 AFBA City Guide Round Rock Pflugerville for a favorite near you.
We’re seeing Austin favorites take up shop in this growing suburban area giving Round Rock and Pflugerville something special to talk about!
Here are a few of my picks of the Best of Round Rock and Pfllugerville 2016.
Round Rock Eats
Favorites that I’ve already tried, reviewed and recommend.
DINING:
Green House Craft – greenhousecraftfood.com (Cafes, Diners, American New)
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Hopdoddy -one of Austin’s beloved burger bars (now in Round Rock).
Hopdoddy
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Burgers, Cocktail Bars
“Dine With Shayda Reviews Hopdoddy, one of Austin’s beloved burger bars. They focus on the freshest all-natural ingredients and feature local craft brews.”
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Mighty Fine -classic Texas burger joint founded in Austin.
Mighty Fine Burgers
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Burgers
“Dine with Shayda reviews Mighty Fine Burgers Fries and Shakes -a local favorite founded in Austin offers a classic Texas burger plus not so secret menu.”
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Rudy -classic Texas burger joint founded in Austin.
Rudy Country Store & BBQ
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Barbecue
“Dine with Shayda Reviews Rudys BBQ – Best BBQ in town. BBQ was added to their menu in ’89 with signature 100% oak wood smoked meats and the rest is history.”
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Svantes -grass fed beef straight from the family ranch.
Svantes
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Burgers, American (New)“Dine With Shayda reviews Svantes, a new restaurant in Round Rock.They provide good awesome grass fed beef burgers, sourced directly from their family ranch.“
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Tarka Indian Kitchen -fresh, quick, delicious Indian food.
Tarka Indian Kitchen
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Indian, Gluten-free“Dine With Shayda Reviews Tarka Indian Kitchen. A fresh, quick and delicious food that you can dine in or pick up to go.The food speaks for itself at Tarka.”
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Torchys Tacos -slinging some of the best tacos in town.
Torchys Tacos
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Mexican, Tex-Mex, Breakfast & Brunch
“Dine with Shayda reviews Torchys Tacos – Austin’s home for Damn Good Taco’s since 2006. Qwner Mike Rypka has been spreading taco love through great quality.”
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Verdes Mexican Parilla
Verdes Mexican Parilla – verdesmexicanrr.com (Mexican)
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DESSERTS:
You can’t go to Round Rock without trying one of these favorites. (Shayda, right a little here)
Round Rock Donuts -a very large Texas sized treat.
Round Rock Donuts
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Donuts, Bakeries“Dine With Shayda Reviews Round Rock Donuts – Known for their famous orange colored donuts. They are delicious warm and worth the wait.“
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Kawaii Ice -the snow is so soft and the syrup perfectly balanced.
Kawaii Ice
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Shaved Ice
“Dine with Shayda reviews Kawaii Ice – My absolute favorite shaved ice. Their snow is so soft and they pour sweet syrup with the perfect balance of flavors.”
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My Round Rock Bucket List
Jack Allens Kitchen – jackallenskitchen.com (American (New)
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Hoodys Sub Shop –hoodyssubs.com (Sandwiches)
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Scarlet Rabbit – thescarletrabbit.com (American (New), Seafood)
THE SCARLET RABBIT is a whimsical Texas bistro serving creative, regionally-inspired cuisine. Helmed by co-executive chefs Rob Snow (Greenhouse Craft Food) and Rich Taylor (formerly of Quality Seafood), THE SCARLET RABBIT offers “an immersive trip down a culinary rabbit hole” and an adventurous experience unlike anything Central Texas has enjoyed to date. |
Other Rock Rock Restaurant Recommendations:
Juarez Restaurant and Bakery – 1701 S Mays, Round Rock, TX 78664 juarezrestaurantbakery.com/ – (Bakeries, Tex-Mex)
Miso – 2400 S I-35, Round Rock, TX 7868
facebook.com/misocuisine – (Japanese, Korean, Sushi Bars)
Pho Dan – 2711 La Frontera Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78681
facebook.com/pages/Pho-Dan-Round-Rock – (Vietnamese, Ethnic)
The Blind Squirrel – 1105 S Mays, Round Rock, TX 78664
BlindSquirrelSandwiches.com – (Sandwiches)
Pflugerville Eats
Pflugerville is closely tied to Round Rock being direct neighbors and therefore sharing similar dinner guests. I know this because I lived in Pflugerville for 3 years and would find myself bopping between the Round Rock and Pflugerville when looking for new food adventures.
DINING:
Kasian Fusion
Kasian Fusion – kasianfusion.com (Asian Fusion)
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Mr. Pfranks -a good ol’ hotdog, just the way you want it.
Mr. Pfranks – mrpfranks.com (Hot Dogs)
The concept is about simplicity and quality for our customer. MrPfranks’ aim is to provide a great quality product, as easy as possible, The way YOU want it. |
Thundercloud Subs -great sandwich in a casual environment.
Thundercloud Subs
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Sandwiches“Dine with Shayda reviews Thundercloud Subs – founded in 1979 with more than 29 different locations. Great hot and cold sandwiches in a casual environment.”
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Pecan Street Station Deli & Grill
Pecan Street Station Deli & Grill – pecanstreetstation.com (Deli)
Whether you dine in, drive through, or call in your order for pick up, Pecan Street Station’s courteous staff prepares your orders as they are received. Their salad bar offers a wide selection of fresh and tasty vegetables, toppings and dressings. Spacious dining room and outside patio. Featured in Community Impact. |
Taste of Ethiopia
Taste of Ethiopia – tasteofethiopiaaustin.com (Ethiopian, African, Vegan)
Taste of Ethhiopa believes that they have a responsibility to the people of the Austin community to serve meals made with love and real ingredients, not grease and pre-packaged preservatives. Not a single dish leaves the kitchen without owner Woinee Mariam own seal of approval. |
DESSERTS:
Bribery Bakery -modern, chic and delicious bakery.
Bribery Bakery
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Coffee & Tea, Bakeries
“Dine with Shayda Reviews Bribery Bakery – It’s a perfect place to pop in for a box of pastries, grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a cupcake with a friend.”
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*Okay the address says “Austin” but it is right across the highway from Pflugerville.
La Patisserie by Oven Fresh Delights
La Patisserie –lpaustin.com (Bakeries, French)
At La Patisserie enjoy a little taste of France right here in Pflugerville. They offer delicious croissants, hand-crafted, authentic French pastries, cakes, savory tarts, crepes, quiches, soup & salad, breakfast, lunch and more. |
2604 W Pecan St
Ste COther Pflugerville Restaurants to Try:
El Maquey – 1700 Grand Ave Pkwy Ste 180, Pflugerville, TX 78660 elmagueytexmex.com (Tex Mex)Mama Jacks Burgers – 800 Pecan St. W, Pflugerville, TX 78613
More Info (Burgers, Breakfast Tacos)
Ka-Prow Bistro – 1200 W Howard Ln, Austin, TX 78753
http://kaprowbistro.com
Close Enough Honorable Mentions
*Okay the address says “Austin” but it is right across the highway from Pflugerville.
Curry in a Hurry – kasianfusion.com (Indian, Vegetarian)
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Santorini Cafe – FaceBook (Greek, Wine Bar)
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You’ll be seeing me at some of these really soon. And when you go, make sure to tell them Dine With Shayda sent you. Then share with me your favorites @dinewithshayda
Until next time, eat on my friends!
Best Eats 2016 AFBA City Guide Round Rock – Pflugerville
