Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Round Rock

"Designed to feel more like a Hill Country ranch than a restaurant, Contigo is just north of much of Austin's action, drawing families on the weekends with kids who love to run around its outdoor space. The steaks and burgers are well worth going out of your way for, as are the cocktails, which are mostly seasonal. You'll feel like a real Austinite here, surrounded by locals from the neighborhood at one of the family-style tables and chatting up the staff that seems to know every anecdote about what's served here and where it comes from."

"The inspiration for this place was a ranch by the same name in South Texas. The owners loved the original ranch so much that they decided to bring it with them to Austin and open this restaurant on the fringes of the now booming Mueller development. The open concept restaurant is almost entirely outdoors, with just the kitchen, bar and a few tables actually under a roof."

"2027 Anchor, 512/614-2260, www.contigotexas.comHours: Sun.-Thu., 4-9pm; Fri.-Sat., 4-10pm. Happy hour Sun.-Thu., 4-6pm. Contigo consistently makes nearly every listicle of great Austin patios, thanks to high-quality, reasonably priced happy hours with snacks like crispy green beans and charred avocado."

"While, yes, Vietnamese dishes dominate the menu at this south Austin favorite, breakfast is all about French fare. People can choose from an array of croissants, stuffed French crêpes, beignets and jam, and the house-baked brioche French toast. The restaurant also features daily French macarons available all day long."

"Get outside, responsibly, and don't forget to get your fill of fresh air. If you've got pizza on the mind, we're open from 11 a.m."

"This restaurant offers a delicious mix of the healthy and the less so, featuring kombucha on tap alongside "breakfast carbs" like a huevos rancheros pizza topped with black beans, chorizo, and an egg. It's open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner."

"Along with famous Middle Eastern dishes such as shawarma and kabob warps, this North Austin bakery has a variety of desserts to choose from. Try their baklava with different fillings—walnut, coconut, pistachio or cashew, or order kunafa for a savory pastry made of shredded phyllo dough and layered with cheese."

"The Middle Eastern bakery offers a bunch of baklava options, from pistachio to even vegan, alongside a good variety of cookies. To-go orders can be placed in person or over the phone. The restaurant has reopened for on-site services."

"Piranha Killer Sushi has the decidedly winning advantage of having both killer sushi and killer drinks, courtesy of their bar. It's the kind of spot you can meet a friend for a long lunch and then make it even longer. Try the Tri-Color Sashimi Roll: Tuna, salmon, white tuna, chives, crab, with hand peeled cucumber."

"3 out of 5 stars Restaurants Pershing. The chicken sandwich is the star of the show at Flyrite Chicken—from the Standard, with crispy chicken breast and homemade pickles on a whole-wheat bun; to the Cowboy, with spicy chicken, bacon, cheddar cheese and fresh jalapenos. Other items on the menu include chicken strips, wraps and salads."

"2129 E 7th St. | Flyrite uses fresh local ingredients from better the best possible sources, including all-natural chicken raised without antibiotics. Their delicious sandwiches, wraps, and shakes are fresh and made to order. The crispy chicken breast is served on a toasted whole wheat bun with homemade pickle chips and your choice of sauce."

"The Brewtorium is required by law to always have some schmuck at their counter in awe of all the selections being offered on tap, holding me up from enjoying my delicious 2019 U.S. Open Beer Championship gold medalist Iron Belly porter on the expansive back patio, or one of their terrific, yet underrated hazy IPAs that few people really ever associate with The Brewtorium, but then never go back to doubting their joose skills again. And yet, maybe my favorite style from this two-and-a-half-year-old program is their English-inspired ales, Knights Tippler Dark Mild and the ESB."

"The Brewtorium is a family-run brewpub featuring award-winning handcrafted beer and modern pub grub designed to complement the house brews. Try a beer that’s always on tap, such as the Electric Lederhosen Vienna lager. Or enjoy dinner in the relaxing beer garden.Beer hall and beer garden are open, along with take-out and delivery"

"The beer is fantastic, but don’t skip the food: I think that’s where this place really shines. Perfect spot to go for a Sunday afternoon with your fam. *COVID update: seating available for parties of 10 or less, or bring your own chairs and enjoy the green space!"

"Completed in 1888, the State Capitol and its 22 acres of grounds and monuments are home to the office of the State Governor and the Chambers of the Texas Legislature. Protected as a National Historic Landmark, the building impresses with its dimensions; at 308 feet tall, it ranks as the sixth tallest state capitol, taller even than the US Capitol in Washington, DC. Visitors can stroll the park via the tree-lined path called the Great Walk and admire the numerous monuments."

"DowntownHours: Always free Monday through Saturday, 9am to 5pm; and Sundays, noon to 5pmWhere Texas laws are made and broken and where Rick Perry’s villainous/heroic (subtract as you see fit) origin story began."

"The first half of Day 2 is devoted to an education in Texas pride by visiting the Bullock Texas State History Museum. After you’re all Texased out, have lunch at nearby Texas Chili Parlor, then walk over to Austin’s world-class repository for art, the Blanton Museum of Art. After admiring the Picassos, make your way down to the Driskill, Austin’s famed haunted hotel. Even if you don’t stay here you can marvel at the architecture and the creepy vibe, and get a confection at the 1886 Café & Bakery."

"Check out the map below for the locations of free things to do in Austin mentioned in this post. For some reason the map doesn’t always show on mobile, sorry!. You can use this link to the MyMaps page to view the map on your cell phone."

"The Bullock Texas State History Museum in downtown Austin, Texas, tells the “Story of Texas” with three floors of interactive exhibits; special effects shows in the Texas Spirit Theater; and Austin's premier IMAX Theatre."

"This spot has been redefining refreshment in Texas for ten years and has made its mark in Austin with frozen and iced creative drinks including boba and fruit cups, milk teas, lemonade, coffee, and smoothies. There are thousands of variations to choose from, meaning everyone can find something they love!. Fruitealicious also offers health and wellness mixers like protein, B12 energy, wheatgrass, and chia seeds."

"The husband and wife duo at Tomodachi Sushi in Austin really know their stuff. They’ve created a beautiful, cool atmosphere with amazing food. Their fish is flown in direct from northern Japan and Honolulu, and they have awesome seasonal options."

"Tomodachi Sushi serves traditional and inventive sushi options with various Japanese classic dishes. The Chef has more than 25 years of experience in Japanese cuisine. Their menu is divided into hot, cold, specials, and traditional."

"Mikado Ryotei may not be a purely sushi restaurant, but they sure do put enough care into their preparation of sushi dishes to make it seem like they are. This restaurant, located on 9033 Research Blvd, bills themselves as being both a Tapas and Sushi bar, which is good news because both of those things are awesome. Try the Fiery Kiss Roll: Spicy tuna, avocado, and jalapeno slice topped with seared escolar, crunchy flakes, habanero infused smelt roes, green onion, and habanero zesty sauce to achieve perfection.To see the full menu, click here."

"Mikado's soothing and stylish earth-toned décor makes it a fine option for a quiet dinner for two or a small group, but perhaps the most notable thing about the restaurant is their wide-ranging menu. Sushi is a big draw – it's supremely fresh and well-prepared – but there are so many other options that even non-fans will be satisfied. Order a traditional appetizer-main course meal, or try a tapas-style meal with skewers of grilled teriyaki steak or shrimp, sake-steamed mussels, fried calamari or tempura veggies."

"The Hawaiian restaurant in Austin specializes in hibachi steak, Korean barbecue bowls, and other fusion dishes. For the raw fish dish, make your own or choose from a few specialty bowls on the menu."