Austin's live music scene means the city eats late. Food trucks, 24-hour taquerias, and greasy spoons serve everyone from bar-hoppers to shift workers. Most action is 12am-3am.
Tacos All Night
Tamale House East
East Austin | Until 2am
Breakfast tacos and tamales. East Austin institution.
Veracruz All Natural
Multiple locations | Until late
Migas tacos. Some locations stay open late on weekends.
Tacodeli
Multiple locations | Until midnight+
Upscale tacos with creative fillings. Doña sauce on everything.
Taco Cabana
Multiple locations | 24 hours
Fast-casual Tex-Mex. Not fancy, but always there when you need it.
Food Trucks & Trailers
The Grackle
East 6th | Trailer until 2am
Dive bar with rotating food trailers. Late-night essential.
Via 313
Multiple locations | Until midnight+
Detroit-style pizza from a trailer. Deep dish, crispy edges.
Kebabalicious
Downtown | Until 3am
Mediterranean wraps and plates. Healthy-ish late-night option.
24-Hour Spots
Kerbey Lane Cafe
Multiple locations | 24 hours
Austin institution. Queso, breakfast, and pancakes around the clock.
Magnolia Cafe
Multiple locations | 24 hours
"Sorry, we're open" 24 hours. Gingerbread pancakes, huge menu.
Austin Late Night Tips
- East Sixth is young: More tacos, more trailers, more action.
- Rainey Street food: Several bars have food trucks attached.
- Uber or scooter: Don't drive downtown after drinking.
- Breakfast tacos are 24/7: It's always taco time in Austin.