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Brown’s Bar-B-Que is one of the featured South Austin eateries for Black Food Week this year.<\/p>\n
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Black restaurant owners in Central Texas celebrate the\u00a0foodways of Texas and the African diaspora with diverse offerings ranging from Cajun classics to barbecue.\u00a0The area is home to dozens of restaurants serving oak-smoked brisket, chicken and waffles, curry goat and so much more.<\/p>\n
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In honor of Black History Month, we take a look at more than 35 restaurants in the area that help make Central Texas a rich and exciting place for dining.<\/p>\n
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Twin Isle is opening on Sept. 1 at 1401 Rosewood Ave. in Austin.<\/p>\n
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Anything\u2019s Baked Potato<\/p>\n
Shrimp, fried chicken, bacon and eggs. Almost anything you can imagine, loaded into a baked potato.<\/p>\n
1326 Rosewood Ave. 512-243-7702, Instagram.com\/anythingsbakedpotato<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Big Easy Bar and Grill<\/p>\n Serves authentic, family-owned Cajun cooking. Gumbo, crawfish \u00e9touff\u00e9e, po-boys, boudin\u00a0and chargrilled oysters \u2014 led by New Orleans-born chef Darold Gordon.<\/p>\n 7221\u00a0McNeil Dr. 512-406-9237;\u00a0Instagram.com\/bigeasyatx.<\/a><\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Bigg Belly BBQ Co.<\/p>\n Brisket served by the pound, on a bun, in a taco and more.<\/p>\n 9313 Anderson Mill Road. 512-903-0714, Instagram.com\/biggbellybbq28<\/a>.<\/p>\n Bird Bird Biscuit<\/p>\n A standout from Bird Bird Biscuit is the Firebird biscuit sandwich. The restaurant’s new Austin location is now open at 2121 S. Lamar\u00a0Blvd.<\/p>\n Ana Gutierrez \/ Austin American-Statesman<\/p>\n Biscuits stuffed with fried chicken served at three locations.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n East: 2701 Manor Road. 512-761-4922<\/p>\n North: 1401\u00a0W. Koenig Lane, 512-551-9820<\/p>\n South: 2121 S Lamar Blvd., Suite 110, 512-768-5288<\/p>\n birdbirdbiscuit.com<\/a>; IG: @birdbirdbiscuit.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Brown\u2019s Bar-B-Que<\/p>\n Daniel Brown has been operating his Brown’s Bar-B-Que trailer in South Austin for more than a decade.<\/p>\n Laura Skelding, Austin American-Statesman<\/p>\n Daniel Brown serves some of the best chicken, brisket and ribs in town from his red trailer at Corner Bar.<\/p>\n 1901 S. Lamar Blvd. 512-517-8520; brownsbbqatx.com<\/a>; IG: @brownsbarbecue.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Community Kitchen + Taproom<\/p>\n Marlon Rison, Community Vegan food truck co-owner and vegan cook, makes lemon pepper wings inside his food truck.<\/p>\n BRIANA SANCHEZ<\/p>\n The menu of oyster mushroom wing baskets, beer-battered cauliflower chicken sandwiches and avocado bites at the food truck from co-owners Marlon Rison and Ericka Dotson proves vegans don\u2019t have to sacrifice flavor.<\/p>\n 3110 Windsor Road. communityeats.co.<\/a><\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Cranky Granny’s Sweet Rolls<\/p>\n The shop with one of the best names of any business in Austin serves massive cinnamon rolls with over-the-top flavors like blueberry banana doodle and banana pudding.<\/p>\n 16051\u00a0Dessau Road, Suite F. Pflugerville. crankygrannys.com<\/a>; IG: @crankygrannys.<\/p>\n Crimson Creek Smokehouse<\/p>\n Rib tips and pork belly burnt ends from Crimson Creek Smokehouse.<\/p>\n MATTHEW ODAM \/ AMERICAN-STATESMAN<\/p>\n Marcus McNac grew up eating pork barbecue in Oklahoma, so don’t be surprised when you find the delectable sweet rib burnt ends at this trailer. But his tomahawk steak nights place this truck squarely in Texas. Open on weekends at the Deep Eddy Vodka tasting room.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 2250 US 290, Dripping Springs. 512-774-4739,\u00a0crimsoncreekbbq.com<\/a>; IG: @crimsoncreekbbq.<\/p>\n Dia’s Market<\/p>\n Dia\u2019s Market sells a number of deli sandwiches, hot soups and, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, rotisserie chicken. Contributed by Vanessa Cerday<\/p>\n Austin American-Statesman<\/p>\n This specialty market that opened in 2016 selling groceries, wine and beer, also has a deli that serves breakfast and lunch sandwiches.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 812 Justin Lane. diasmarket.com<\/a>. IG: @diasmarket_austin.<\/p>\n Distant Relatives<\/p>\n Distant Relatives makes some of the best barbecue in town, and you have acres of space to enjoy it at Meanwhile Brewing Co.<\/p>\n MATTHEW ODAM<\/p>\n Chef Damien\u00a0Brockway explores the foodways of Africa with his modern smoke shack at Meanwhile Brewing Co. that serves some of the city\u2019s best barbecue.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 3901 Promontory Point Drive,\u00a0distantrelativesatx.com<\/a>. IG: @distantrelativesatx.<\/p>\n Down South CaJJun Eats<\/p>\n Down South CaJJun Eats’ fried catfish baskets with CaJJun French fries and beaucoo sauce.<\/p>\n Photo courtesy of Down South CaJJun Eats<\/p>\n Cajun seafood pasta, fried fish and crawfish \u00e9touff\u00e9e bring Louisiana energy to this restaurant that stays open late and features DJ sets on Friday nights.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 15424 FM1825,\u00a0Pflugerville. cajjuneats.com<\/a>; IG: @cajjuneats.<\/p>\n Down South Texas BBQ<\/p>\n Ribs, brisket and pulled pork served in all forms make up the heart of this barbecue trailer located in Alice\u2019s Food Court in North Austin.<\/p>\n 1716 Howard Lane.\u00a0dstxbbq.com\/; <\/a>IG: @dstbbq.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group<\/p>\n Chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph, who used to sneak sugar as a kid in Guyana, is an award-winning pastry chef and partner in the Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group.<\/p>\n Mikala Compton \/ American-Statesman<\/p>\n Guyanese chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph is a partner in the restaurant group that operates Canje, which serves Caribbean cuisine, along with Emmer & Rye, Ezov, Kalimotxo\u00a0and Hestia.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Gigi\u2019s Cupcakes<\/p>\n This cupcake shop was founded by lifetime Longhorns Brian\u00a0Orakpo and Michael Griffin.<\/p>\n 3944 FM 620 S. Bee Cave. 512-953-9833,\u00a0thecupcakeguys.com<\/a>; IG: @thecupcakeguys.<\/p>\n Gossip Shack<\/p>\n The\u00a0Judi Jai Cajun Hot Honey Voodoo Meal at this wings and soul food restaurant comes with crispy fish and shrimp topped with a Cajun hot honey.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 1615 Grand Ave. Pkwy.\u00a0Pflugerville, thegossipshack.com<\/a>; IG: @gossip_shack.<\/p>\n Habesha<\/p>\n The combination vegetarian platter at the Habesha Ethiopian Restaurant in north Austin is among Austin’s vegetarian-friendly options.<\/p>\n Austin American-Statesman<\/p>\n Springy\u00a0injera bread comes loaded with lentils, greens, doro wat and more at this Ethiopian restaurant.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 6019 I-35\u00a0N. 512-358-6839, habeshaaustin.com<\/a>; IG: @habeshaatx.<\/p>\n Hoover’s Cooking<\/p>\n Hoover Alexander, owner of Hoover\u2019s Cooking, on Tuesday September 1, 2020. [JAY JANNER\/AMERICAN-STATESMAN]<\/p>\n Jay Janner, Jay Janner<\/p>\n Few chefs in Austin have the history with the city that native Austinite Hoover Alexander does, a fact evident by the roster of longtime regulars who still show up for his chicken fried steak and convivial hospitality.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 2002 Manor Road. 512-479-5006,\u00a0hooverscooking.com<\/a>; IG: @hooverscooking.<\/p>\n JP’s Pancake Company<\/p>\n Pancakes stacked high that would make any sweet tooth blush. JP’s has shifted to a pop-up and event-based business.\u00a0<\/p>\n jpspancakecompany.com<\/a>; IG: @jpspancakecompany.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Lady T Kitchen<\/p>\n This\u00a0Pflugerville restaurant serves African specialties like goat head and ogbono soup, along with the West African staple fufu.<\/p>\n 15608 Spring Hill Lane,\u00a0Pflugerville. ladytkitchen.com<\/a>; IG: @lady_t_kitchen.<\/p>\n Les Bobos Crepes<\/p>\n Sweet and savory crepes and a solid coffee program near the University of Texas campus.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 2707 Rio Grande St. 281-786-0428, lesboboscrepes.com<\/a>; IG: @lesboboscrepes.<\/p>\n Lonestar Crabshack<\/p>\n Casual seafood spot serving boiled snow crab, shrimp and combo platters with corn, potatoes, sausage and sauces.<\/p>\n 1100 Grand Ave Pkwy,\u00a0Pflugerville. 737-677-7432; Instagram.com\/lonestarcrabshack.<\/a><\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Mama\u00a0Jambalaya<\/p>\n Check the website and social media of this roving food truck and catering operation to track down gumbo,\u00a0po’ boys, and, yes, jambalaya.<\/p>\n mamajambalaya.com<\/a>; IG: @mamajambalaya.<\/p>\n Midway Dogs<\/p>\n With their hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches, Chicago natives\u00a0Bonita and James Allen bring a taste of the Windy City to Austin.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 5333 Fleming Court,\u00a0midwaydogs.devournow.com<\/a>; IG: @midwaydogs.<\/p>\n Mr. Catfish<\/p>\n Scenes from the food court – waiting for Mr. Catfish at the 9th annual Round Rock Juneteenth Rhythm and Ribs Festival on Friday and Saturday, June 16 and 17, 2017, at Old Settlers Park. Henry Huey for Round Rock Leader.<\/p>\n Austin American-Statesman<\/p>\n This Airport Boulevard staple has been serving up massive fried catfish fillets, along with wings, gizzards and more since 1998.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 1144 Airport\u00a0Blvd. mrcatfishatx.com<\/a>; IG: @mrcatfishatx.<\/p>\n Mr. Pimento<\/p>\n Serves bold, Jamaican-inspired Caribbean food, offering fresh, made-from-scratch comfort dishes rooted in jerk cooking.<\/p>\n 7221\u00a0McNeil Dr. 512-900-1361, mrpimento.com;\u00a0<\/a>IG: @mrpimento.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Nyam<\/p>\n This food truck fills tacos, bowls and plates with the flavors of Texas (beer-braised beef), Mexico (achiote pulled chicken) and the Caribbean (jerk chicken and curried goat).<\/p>\n 703 Shady Lane.\u00a0nyamcuisine.com<\/a>; IG: @nyamsunshinecuisine.<\/p>\n The Potluck<\/p>\n Wings and Cajun cuisine from this food truck that stays open late in South Austin.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 5700 Menchaca Road, thepotluckatx.com<\/a>; IG: @thepotluckatx.\u00a0<\/p>\n Rolling Rooster<\/p>\n The Rolling Rooster serves fried chicken and fish, along with soul food plates that include oxtails, collard greens and more.<\/p>\n Facebook<\/p>\n Wings, waffles, oxtails and soul food sides pack the menu at this North Austin spot.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 13717 Burnet Road, therollingrooster.com<\/a>; IG: @therollingrooster.<\/p>\n Roots Chicken Shak<\/p>\n Duck fat-fried chicken will be on the menu at Roots Chicken Shak, a restaurant inside a new food hall at H-E-B at Mueller that is a partnership with chef Tiffany Derry.<\/p>\n Contributed<\/p>\n Dallas chef Tiffany Terry\u2019s restaurant inside the Mueller\u00a0H-E-B serves duck-fat-fried chicken. \u00a0<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 1801\u00a0E. 51st St. 512-236-1020, rootschickenshak.com<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n Sam\u2019s Bar-B-Que<\/p>\n You’ll get served mutton with a side of community and East Austin history at Sam’s BBQ.<\/p>\n BRONTE WITTPENN \/ AMERICAN-STATESMAN<\/p>\n This iconic barbecue restaurant and community hub operated by Brian Mays has been serving the Eastside for almost 70 years.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 2000\u00a0E. 12th St. 512\u2013478-0378, Instagram.com\/samsbbq_atx<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n Taste of Ethiopia<\/p>\n Lamb tibbs are among a variety of well-spiced meats offered at Taste of Ethiopia. The restaurant is located on Grand Avenue Parkway in Pflugerville with a second location on South Congress in Austin. Courtesy photo<\/p>\n Austin American-Statesman<\/p>\n Owners\u00a0Woinee Mariam and her husband, Solomon Hailu, make guests feel like family at the two locations of their Ethiopian restaurant.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n South Austin: 3801 S. Congress Ave. 512-814-4131<\/p>\n Pflugerville: 1100 Grand Ave. Pkwy,\u00a0Pflugerville, 512-251-4053, tasteofethiopiaaustin.com<\/a>; IG: @tasteofethiopiaaustin.<\/p>\n TaterQue<\/p>\n As the name suggests, this Pflugerville spot specializes in baked potatoes loaded with smoked meats. They also cater, deliver and ship their smoked meats and other products.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 1202 FM 685, Suite B5,\u00a0Pflugerville. taterque.com<\/a>. IG: @tater_que.<\/p>\n Tony’s Jamaican Food<\/p>\n Tony and Kim Scott own Tony’s Jamaican Food, which has two Austin-area locations. It is one of dozens of Black-owned food businesses that saw a bump in sales over the summer.<\/p>\n American-Statesman file<\/p>\n Curry goat, oxtail and jerk chicken are a few of the traditional Jamaican specialties served at this friendly Pflugerville restaurant and East Austin food truck.\u00a0<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n East Austin: 1200 E 11th St.<\/p>\n Pflugerville: 2700\u00a0W. Pecan St. Suite 650, Pflugerville. 512-358-4949; tonysjamaicanfood.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Twin Isle<\/p>\n Twin Isle is located at 1401 Rosewood Ave. in Austin.<\/p>\n Provided by Twin Isle \/ Jessica Attie<\/p>\n Trinidad on Rosewood Avenue. Twin Isle, from Shirley\u2019s\u00a0Trini Cuisine chef Janelle Romeo, makes customizable bowls, roti wraps, bake-and-shark and oxtail fries.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 1401 Rosewood Ave., Suite A-1. 512-647-0689,\u00a0twinislerestaurant.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Victory East<\/p>\n Situated inside the 80-year-old music venue known historically as the Victory Grill, the restaurant last year polished its menu and aesthetic a bit. Now, in addition to chicken wings and mac ‘n’ cheese, you’ll also find dishes like jerk chicken, lamb lollipops and a grilled pork chop. The restaurant, run by Glenn Williams of the Rolling Rooster, serves dinner six nights a week and Sunday brunch.<\/p>\n 1104\u00a0E. 11th St. victoryeastatx.com<\/a>; IG: @victoryeast.atx.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n Watts-That Soul Food<\/p>\n Southern fried pork chops and catfish share a menu with wings,\u00a0Kool-Aid pickles and more at this soul food truck.<\/p>\n 4925\u00a0Craigwood Drive, wattsthatsoulfoodmore.com<\/a>; IG: @wattsthatsoulfood.<\/p>\n Whip My Soul<\/p>\n Soul food classics and playful spins like fried egg rolls stuffed with mac n\u2019 cheese and oxtails.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 11416 N. FM 620. 512-514-0103; Instagram.com\/whipmysoul.<\/a><\/p>\n Willie’s Bar-B-Que<\/p>\n Willie Joe Showels’ granddaughters Deja Lyons, left, and Destiny Lyons carry on their late grandfather’s legacy at Willie’s Bar-B-Que in East Austin.<\/p>\n RICARDO B. BRAZZIELL \/ AMERICAN-STATESMAN<\/p>\n The family of the late Willie Joe\u00a0Showels Sr. continues the legacy established by the community fixture and his late wife Pearlie Mae in 1991 across from Morris Williams Golf Course.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 4505\u00a0E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. williesbarbque.com<\/a>; IG: @williesbarbque.<\/p>\n Winston\u2019s Kitchen<\/p>\n Jerk and curry chicken and other Jamaican specialties from this longtime food truck in South Austin. You can also sample Winston’s cuisine every Wednesday at Flamingo Cantina on Sixth Street when Austin’s home for reggae music hosts\u00a0Dreadneck Night.<\/p>\n Article continues below this ad<\/p>\n 2103\u00a0W. Slaughter Lane. 512-541-6282, winstonskitchenatx.com<\/a>; IG: @winstons_kitchen.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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