Manuel's — Best Authentic Mexican Food in Austin Since 1984
Best Mexican Food in Austin · Since 1984
Real Mexican Food
Made with high quality local ingredients: all natural antibiotic-free meats, wild-caught seafood from certified sustainable U.S. waters and salsas, soups, tortillas, dressings, desserts and ice cream made from scratch daily.
What is Mexican Food?
Mexican cuisine is a celebration of the diverse flavors and culinary traditions found throughout Mexico's interior and coastal regions. From the rich moles of Oaxaca and Puebla to the fresh Gulf seafood of Veracruz and Yucatán, each region tells its own story through food. At Manuel's, we honor these traditions by preparing everything from scratch—from hand-pressed tortillas and freshly made salsas to thoughtfully crafted dishes inspired by the distinct flavors of Mexico's many regions.
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Feed your soul, nourish your body
- All-Natural MeatsServing all natural, antibiotic-free chicken, beef & pork.
- Wild-CaughtOur fresh fish, jumbo Blue Lump crab and scallops are wild caught from certified sustainable waters in the USA.
- Gulf ShrimpCaught here — not brought here. The best shrimp in the world comes from our own home state, and we are proud to support Texas Wild Caught Shrimpers and their families. We do not buy or serve imported or farm raised shrimp.
- Texas GrownMuch of the produce and rice we serve is grown in Texas — supporting farmers and the local economy & providing freshness on the plate.
- Scratch DailyOur salsas, tortillas, soups, marinades, desserts and ice cream are made from scratch daily in our kitchen.
- Non-GMOOur delicious corn chips are non-GMO and low in sodium. They are locally made for Manuel's by El Milagro.
- Austin PartnersOur French Roast coffee is locally blended and roasted for Manuel's, our teas are organic from Zhi Tea in Austin, and our milk and cheese are from Hill Country Dairy.
- Gluten-Free80% of our menu is gluten-free & we offer vegetarian options.
Austin's best Mexican food, plate after plate
The food was absolutely spectacular and beautifully prepared — ceviche, enchiladas, queso, blackened fish, nachos, guacamole, signature cocktails, the poblano soup… all so divine. Hands down one of the best Mexican food restaurants in Austin. Highly recommend!
Manuel's is an old Austin gem I've been visiting for years. Their patio and ambiance capture the soul of Austin so well. The relleno and mole are first rate, and the staff and the owner Jenn are so warm and welcoming.
Such a great spot — beautiful, lively vibes with really high-quality food. Everything we ordered was flavorful and well done, and the drinks were on point. Service was warm and attentive, making the whole experience feel elevated. Will definitely be back.
We've been dining at Manuel's for about 10 years now — it's always been a staple and the food is delicious. The poblano soup is the best tasting soup, poured table-side, and the enchiladas are, in our opinion, the best in town.
One of my favorite restaurants in Austin — I've been going for 30 years. Their menu of interior Mexican food is by far the best around. This is NOT Tex-Mex; it's the real deal, with the finest ingredients and a fabulous blend of spices. You will never regret dining there!
Food and service were amazing! Loved the drink selection and presentation of everything, plus lots of gluten-free and vegetarian options. The food was fantastic, but honestly I'd go back just based on the drinks alone. A perfect night out!
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