Tyson’s Tacos is here to satisfy your cravings 24/7. Yes, really. | Photo via @tysonstacos
In Austin, little is held more dear than the taco. Locals can’t get enough of them, and for good reason: they are portable, can be eaten at all hours of the day + night, and most of all, they’re really good.
Here are 30 restaurants with excellent tacos to try.
Now, will it be corn or flour?
Ñoños Tacos | Price per taco: $4.75
Quesabirrias, chilaquiles, sopes, and quesadillias await at this shop that makes fresh tortillas daily.
La Santa Barbacha | Price per taco: $5
Barbacoa is this restaurant’s specialty, but don’t miss the pink horchata.
Tyson’s Tacos | Price per taco: $2.85+
Not only are Tyson’s Tacos cheap and tasty, but this taco joint is also open 24/7.
Veracruz Fonda | Price per taco: $8.25
Owned by the team behind Veracruz All Natural, this Mexican bar and restaurant serves up upscale favorites including tacos, aguas fresca, migas, birria, and more.
South By San José | Thursday, March 13-Sunday, March 16 | 12 p.m. | Hotel San José | Free | This annual music festival will return with local vendors and good times for the 26th year in a row.
Waterloo Records Last Day Parties | Thursday, March 13-Friday, March 14 | 1 p.m. | Waterloo Records | Free | See Charley Crockett, Sofie Royer, Mon Rovia, and more as you celebrate Waterloo’s final days at their iconic location.
Out by South East Fest | 4 p.m. | Meanwhile Brewing | Free | Catch live music from Vanessa Zamora, Tagua Tagua, terraplana, and more at the taproom.
Friday, March 14
Caveman Music Festival 2025 Lineup Unveil Party | 12-11 p.m. | Armadillo Den | Cost of purchase | Shop from local vendors while you jam out to The Band of Heathens, Kolton Moore & the Clever Few, Rattlesnake Milk, and more.
Boot Scootin’ Party: A Tribute to 90’s Country | 5-8 p.m. | Downright Austin | Free with RSVP | Two-step back in time at this celebration with live music, hat branding, armadillo racing, and line dancing.
Saturday, March 15
Tyler, The Creator | Saturday, March 15-Sunday, March 16 | 7:30 p.m. | The Moody Center | $220+ | An “EARFQUAKE” is coming to Austin — don’t miss your chance to see the GRAMMY-Award winning artist live.
Rainey Street bar Bungalow — which closed three years ago — will reopen in the former Icenhauer’s space on Sunday, March 23. The bar originally opened in 2012 and closed in 2022 due to leasing issues. (Austin Business Journal)
Pets
It’s time to unleash the fun, because 1,750+ golden retrievers are expected to attend the annual Largest Golden Retriever Meetup in Texas on Sunday, April 13 at Bee Cave’s Star Hill Ranch. The event will support the Gold Ribbon rescue. (KVUE)
Civic
The city of Austin debuted a pilot program for sustainable sidewalks made with recycled tires. The first sidewalks made with the mixture are located on West 25th Street between Seton Avenue and Nueces Street. (KXAN)
State
Nominations are open for H-E-B’s annual Quest for Texas Best competition, a search for the best Texas-made products. Submissions will be taken through Wednesday, April 23, and store placement + $100,000 in rewards are up for grabs.
Outdoors
Austinites will be in the path of totality for the total lunar eclipse tonight, resulting in a “Blood Worm Moon.” Send us your pictures and we might share them in an upcoming newsletter. (Austin Monthly)
Tech
The Austin Technology Council is accepting nominations for the 2025 Tech Hall of Fame inductees through Monday, March 17. Previous honorees include Michael Dell, George Kozmetsky, and Laura Kilcreas. (Austin Business Journal)
Watch
Calling all fans of “1923: A Yellowstone Origin Story.” With the show’s second season well underway, have you been able to spot any Austin-area filming locations through the first three episodes? (KXAN)
Sports
Texas Basketball knocked out Vanderbilt 79-72 in Nashville and will take on Texas A&M today. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Texas Longhorns with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Try This
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It’s been a really fun week at SXSW, but City Editor Morgan and I are heading west today. We were able to secure tickets to Luck Reunion 2025 and I’ve never been, so I’m very excited to see Willie’s iconic ranch.
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