Are you a messy eater? Got cheap friends who never have money to go out to eat? Just broke up with your loved one and don't want to cook for one? Or perhaps you're just a little gassy? It's okay. We're here to tell you that solo dining doesn't have to be a scary subject. In fact, we put our heads together and thought up a whole bunch of places in Austin where you can get a table for one and not have groups of people pointing and laughing at you. 

As always, we appreciate your input and would love to know if there are more places you would recommend for Eating Alone in Austin. If you know of any good ones that we failed to include in this list, please shoot us a message and let us know about it!
    The Backyard at Bee Cave

    The Backyard at Bee Cave

    512.263.4146 An Austin tradition, the Backyard first opened its door in 1993. With such legendary alumni as Bob Dylan, David Bowie, Paul Simon, The Allman Brothers, and Willie Nelson, the Backyard is kno…more»

    The Jackalope

    The Jackalope

    (512) 469-5801 The one decent place on 6th that makes it worth dealing with the crowds and the parking. A Red River joint just located on 6th instead of Red River.Always $2 Domestic Pints and Tallboys, $6 P…more»

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      Featured Review from CultureMap Austin

      February 07, 2012

      They shroud their bar in velvet, tattoos and mystery, but what The Jackalope is hiding is an amazing menu with some of the best burgers in town.
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    Casino El Camino

    Casino El Camino

    (512) 469-9330 Casino el Camino is one of Austin's most prized barrooms. With manly bar cuisine including a hearty burger (the Buffalo burger is a must-try) and chili-drowned dog, the semi-Gothic vibe works …more»

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      Featured Review from Tabbedout

      July 23, 2012

      If you’ve never had a world-famous burger from this 6th Street spot, you haven’t lived! And you can pay on the go when you use Tabbedout!

    • CultureMap Austin

      Featured Review from CultureMap Austin

      February 07, 2012

      Casino El Camino is a friendly neighborhood bar that happens to be on Sixth Street and full of tattooed bad-asses. The back patio is the perfect place to enjoy the award-winning burgers that have been lauded on The Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.”
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    The Dog & Duck Pub

    The Dog & Duck Pub

    As Austin's premier pub, The Dog and Duck has been consistently recognized as one of the best place for chugs and chomps in Austin since we opened our doors in 1990 (check out our awards!). Ou…more»

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      Featured Review from Tabbedout

      June 13, 2012

      Pay your tab on the go after some classic pub food and a beer!

    Rio Rita

    Rio Rita

    (512) 524-0384 The most happenin' new lounge in East Austin!

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      June 26, 2012

      You can use Tabbedout here to pay your tab on the go and never worry about leaving your card again!

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      Featured Review from CultureMap Austin

      February 21, 2012

      Rio Rita Cafe is the perfect coffeehouse and bar to gather with friends, sip on espressos or cocktails, and hang out. It’s a great place to hold a Renegade Crafters meeting or a Magic the Gathering club.
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    Whole Foods Market Downtown

    Whole Foods Market Downtown

    512.477.4455

    Torchy's Tacos South

    Torchy's Tacos South

    (512) 444-0300

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      Featured Review from CultureMap Austin

      February 09, 2012

      The Green Chile Queso at Torchy’s will change the way you think about cheese; served as a side, the spicy mix is topped with guac, queso fresco (that’s TWO types of cheese, if you’re counting), cilantro and the house Diablo sauce. It’s completely acceptable to ditch the chips and order some on top of your favorite taco.
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    Jo's Coffee South Congress

    Jo's Coffee South Congress

    512-444-3800 The original Jo's Hot Coffee - Good Food sits on the corner of James and South Congress, in the heart of the most vibrant section of South Austin. This funky little coffee shack shares a parki…more»

    Magnolia Cafe

    Magnolia Cafe

    (512) 445-0000

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      Featured Review from CultureMap Austin

      February 09, 2012

      Magnolia and Kerbey Lane have similar queso recipes (both have versions with guac, and with guac and beans) but hardcore queso connoisseurs have Very Strong Opinions about who does it better. We think both are delicious, and highly recommend Magnolia’s Sonora Queso, a layered dish that features spicy beef and avocado.
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    24 Diner

    24 Diner

    (512) 472-5400 We were inspired by the classic diners of the ’50s. A place for people to come meet, eat, drink and have fun. Only this is Austin — so we left out the standard cookie-cutter diner stuff. No fl…more»

    Kerbey Lane Cafe South

    Kerbey Lane Cafe South

    (512) 445-4451 We have five locations, each serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner 24 hours a day. That’s 840 hours of Kerbey a week for Austinites to catch up over weekend brunch, devour a post-concert Queso,…more»

    • CultureMap Austin

      Featured Review from CultureMap Austin

      February 09, 2012

      Kerbey queso is highly addictive, and it’s available 24 hours a day, so go ahead and add it to your list of perfect 2 am snacks. The signature Kerbey features fresh avocado topped with creamy white cheese, and the Cowboy adds black beans for another veggie option — or try the Queso con Bisonte (bison), topped with plenty of pico. If you’re a hardcore queso fanatic, ask for some on top of your migas (or burger? We won’t tell).

      more at CultureMap Austin

    Kerbey Lane Cafe Central

    Kerbey Lane Cafe Central

    512-451-1436 We have five locations, each serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner 24 hours a day. That’s 840 hours of Kerbey a week for Austinites to catch up over weekend brunch, devour a post-concert Queso,…more»

    • CultureMap Austin

      Featured Review from CultureMap Austin

      February 09, 2012

      Kerbey queso is highly addictive, and it’s available 24 hours a day, so go ahead and add it to your list of perfect 2 am snacks. The signature Kerbey features fresh avocado topped with creamy white cheese, and the Cowboy adds black beans for another veggie option — or try the Queso con Bisonte (bison), topped with plenty of pico. If you’re a hardcore queso fanatic, ask for some on top of your migas (or burger? We won’t tell).

      more at CultureMap Austin

    Home Slice

    Home Slice

    512-444-PIES “What’s up Home Slice?” Home Slice Pizza is an independent neighborhood pizza joint serving authentic NY-style pizza—by the pie or by the slice—to nice people like you. We offer our home ma…more»

    East Side King at Liberty Bar

    East Side King at Liberty Bar

    5pm-1:45am 7-Days

    The Peached Tortilla

    The Peached Tortilla

    512-222-8781

    Austin Java on Barton Springs

    Austin Java on Barton Springs

    512.482.9450 Students and Clarksville locals gather in small tables inside this wood-covered restaurant. Name appropriate, all Austin Java is home-roasted. Six air pots keep it fresh--three regular (from t…more»

    Doc's Motorworks

    Doc's Motorworks

    (512) 448-9181 For five years now, Doc’s has been a neighborhood bar and grill in Austin. From theoriginal Doc’s Motorworks located in the “SOCO” District (South Congress for thenon-locals), to the…more»

    Maudie's South Lamar

    Maudie's South Lamar

    512-440-8088 Yeah, we've won all kinds of awards for our great Tex-Mex food. But, do you know what really matters most to us? Our customers! On any given day, our customers will be as varied as the city…more»

    Uncle Billy's Smokehouse

    Uncle Billy's Smokehouse

    (512) 476-0100 Uncle Billy’s serves delicious BBQ, burgers & more. Award winning brews from the brewery. Watch the game & hang out on the outdoor patio; dog friendly at Barton Springs. Twitter is you…more»

    Kerbey Lane Cafe Southwest

    Kerbey Lane Cafe Southwest

    512-899-1500 We have five locations, each serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner 24 hours a day. That’s 840 hours of Kerbey a week for Austinites to catch up over weekend brunch, devour a post-concert Queso,…more»

    • CultureMap Austin

      Featured Review from CultureMap Austin

      February 09, 2012

      Kerbey queso is highly addictive, and it’s available 24 hours a day, so go ahead and add it to your list of perfect 2 am snacks. The signature Kerbey features fresh avocado topped with creamy white cheese, and the Cowboy adds black beans for another veggie option — or try the Queso con Bisonte (bison), topped with plenty of pico. If you’re a hardcore queso fanatic, ask for some on top of your migas (or burger? We won’t tell).

      more at CultureMap Austin

    Austin Java on 12th & Lamar

    Austin Java on 12th & Lamar

    (512) 476-1829 Students and Clarksville locals gather in small tables inside this wood-covered restaurant. Name appropriate, all Austin Java is home-roasted. Six air pots keep it fresh--three regular (from t…more»

    Hut's Hamburgers

    Hut's Hamburgers

    (512) 472-0693

    • CultureMap Austin

      Featured Review from CultureMap Austin

      February 07, 2012

      This adorable expanded mom and pop hamburger stand has been going strong in downtown Austin for decades. In that time, they’ve stayed true to their promises of consistency and honest, local flavors. more at CultureMap Austin

    Juan In A Million

    Juan In A Million

    (512) 472-3872 Welcome to Juan In A Million®!Traditional Mexican food served up daily in Austin, Texas since 1980!Mexican cuisine has its roots in native and Spanish traditions. Rich and rustic, flavors…more»

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      Featured Review from CultureMap Austin

      February 14, 2012

      Fans of Man vs. Food might recall the pinnacle of Adam Richman’s Austin trip: his attempt to conquer Juan in a Million’s legendary Don Juan taco. With a whole potato, two eggs, bacon, cheese and spices, the Don Juan is a heck of a lot more than “hearty,” but the melt-in-your-mouth taste makes it easy to down a whole serving.
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    Dirty Martin's Place

    Dirty Martin's Place

    (512) 477-3173 We've been serving em' up the old fashioned way for over 80 great years now!! Thank you Austin and beyond for all your support and keeping an Austin tradition alive and kicking for all these …more»

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      Featured Review from CultureMap Austin

      February 07, 2012

      At Dirty Martin’s Kum-Bak Place, you’ll find incredible, old-timey burgers wrapped in paper like delicious meaty presents you can get every day. Fresh, never frozen meat patties are prepared in front of you and topped with your favorite ingredients. more at CultureMap Austin

    El Chile Cafe y Cantina Eastside

    El Chile Cafe y Cantina Eastside

    512-457-9900

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      Featured Review from Tabbedout

      June 26, 2012

      Grabbing tasty Tex-Mex on the go? No need to wait for the check – use Tabbedout here to pay for your tab in a flash!

    • CultureMap Austin

      Featured Review from CultureMap Austin

      February 09, 2012

      The Rajas con Queso is a great vegetarian option, but you can’t beat the Queso Flameado. Chihuahua and Monterrey Jack cheeses are melted together with delicious chorizo, topped with pico de gallo and served with fresh flour tortillas as an alternative to the usual tortilla chips.
      more at CultureMap Austin