Top 2nd Street District Restaurants with Shaded Patios to Keep Cool in Austin This Month
La Condesa: A modern take on classic Mexican food
Numero28: Italian favorite with pizza, pasta, and more
RedFarm: NYC’s iconic Chinese eatery with iconic dumplings
Taverna: Authentic Italian with a must-have brunch experience (pictured above)
The Well: Wellness-forward food with clean-eating options galore
August is in full swing, and that means saying goodbye to summer while the hot weather sticks around for a little longer. The sun may be blazing and summer’s finale is in full swing, but the vibes are still high with seasonal bites and refreshing cocktails. Whether it’s a girls night out on the town, dinner with the family or drinks with a friend, Austin’s 2nd Street District has the options you need for shaded (and air-conditioned!) patios to cool off on while you make summer last.
Cool down and unwind while dining & drinking with us. Here’s our go-to eateries for escaping the heat in style in downtown Austin.
La Condesa:
La Condesa brings a modern take to classic Mexican cuisine with brunch and dinner menus curated by seasonal produce from local farmers. This chic restaurant is perfect for enjoying margaritas and aguas frescas while people-watching on the shaded patio. Menu favorites include queso flameado, tostada de atún, plus a variety of tacos. Happy Hour features half-off all alcoholic beverages + $3 taco specials. See each menu and make reservations HERE.
Dinner: Sunday–Thursday (5–10 p.m.) Friday–Saturday (5–11 p.m.)
Brunch: Saturday–Sunday (11 a.m.–2 p.m.)
Happy Hour: Monday–Friday (5–7 p.m.)
Numero28:
Numero28 shaded patio with dreamy lighting and colorful umbrellas reminds us of dining in Italy. Featuring cuisine inspired by Southern Italian cooking with a strong Sicilian accent, menu highlights include oven-baked pizza, bolognese and tableside cacio e pepe tossed in a cheese wheel (pictured). Happy Hour features discounted small bites as well as $7 wines by the glass, sangria and other specialty cocktails, $8 well drinks and more. See the full menu and make reservations HERE.
Monday–Thursday (11 a.m.–2 p.m.) Friday (4:30–10:30 p.m.)
Saturday–Sunday (11 a.m.–10 p.m.)
Brunch: Saturday–Sunday (11 a.m.–3 p.m.)
Happy Hour: Monday–Friday (4:30–6 p.m.)
RedFarm:
RedFarm’s Austin outpost of the renowned NYC Chinese restaurant boasts an enclosed patio with air conditioning, arguably making it the best spot to beat the summer heat in downtown’s 2nd Street District while enjoying fun twists on traditional dishes. Menu highlights include ‘Pac Man’ shrimp dumplings, wok sautéed black cod, Chilean sea bass, Peking duck and so much more. Happy Hour features discounted small bites as well as $10 specialty cocktails and wines by the glass, $5 bottled beers and $9 well spirits. See the full menu and make reservations HERE.
Dinner: Monday–Thursday (4–10 p.m.), Friday (4–10:30 p.m.), Saturday (5–10:30 p.m.), Sunday (5–10 p.m.)
Lunch: Friday (11 a.m.–3 p.m.)
Dim Sum Brunch: Saturday–Sunday (11 a.m.– 3 p.m.)
Happy Hour: Monday–Friday (4–6 p.m.)
Taverna:
Taverna is downtown Austin’s go-to spot for authentic Italian cuisine with its enclosed patio making the restaurant perfect for al fresco dining this summer. Taverna’s brunch is the star of 2nd Street District with $3 signature mimosas and bellinis and a live DJ performance from Leslie Nava. Menu highlights include eggs benedict and Taverna hash for brunch and a variety of salads, pasta and pizzas for dinner. Happy Hour features discounted small bites, $6 wines by the glass and $8 house sangria. See the full menu HERE and make reservations through OpenTable HERE.
Monday–Thursday (11 a.m.–10 p.m.) Friday (11 a.m.–11 p.m.)
Saturday (10 a.m.–11 p.m.) Sunday (10 a.m.–10 p.m.)
Brunch: Saturday-Sunday (10 a.m.– 3 p.m.)
Happy Hour: Tuesday-Friday (3–5 p.m.)
The Well:
The Well blends top-tier nutrition, local and sustainable farming, and authentic flavors for a breakthrough culinary experience that redefines healthy food in Downtown Austin. Coupled with cushioned seats in a shaded patio, it’s the perfect clean-eating experience. All dishes are gluten, dairy, seed oil, refined sugar, GMOs and soy-free. Happy Hour features $9 specialty cocktails, wines by the glass and snacks. See the full menu and make reservations HERE.
Sunday–Thursday (9 a.m.–9 p.m.)
Friday–Saturday (9 a.m.–9:30 p.m.)
Brunch: Saturday–Sunday (9 a.m.–3 p.m.)
Happy Hour: Monday–Friday (4–6 p.m.)
Conclusion:
From spicy margaritas on an air conditioned patio to organic, farm-to-table eats in the shade, experience all the local tastes of Austin while taking a break from the heat. Cool down with us and celebrate summer’s last chapter with your favorite people.
Visit Austin’s 2nd Street District for an endless selection of authentic eats and unique drinks in a refreshing atmosphere full of all the shade and air conditioning needed for a good time. We’ll see you on our patios soon!
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