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Best Brunch In Austin

Don’t let the Austin Marathon festivities leave you hangry. We’ve got your brunch grub needs covered! Whether you’re craving tacos or pancakes, there’s something delicious nearby to fill up and refuel with carbohydrates and protein. So don’t delay – treat yourself to a chill brunch sesh at one of Austin’s fab restaurants today!

Our staff has rounded up some delicious eats for you marathoners that will fill those empty stomachs in no time – so grab yourself a plate (or three) as part of your weekend adventures.

Cafe No Se

1603 S Congress Ave

Austin, TX 78704

The Cowboy Breakfast is a spectacular and hearty spin on a full English breakfast (the cilantro butter, YUM). For a sweeter tooth, you can’t go wrong with their gluten-free pancakes, either.

Comedor

501 Colorado

Austin, TX 78701

The sleek downtown restaurant lead by chef and runner Philip Speer and rolls out its brunch menu Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. You might even see Philip on course with @comedorrunclub.

The menu includes a Masa Madre Waffle with fig jam, brown butter, and fresh figs; a huitlacoche omelet; carnitas tacos; carne asada and eggs, and more.

Perlas

Perla’s 1400 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

The menu is a little fancy with dishes like barbecue shrimp with grits and poached eggs, French toast, and a lobster omelet. The restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services. Brunch hours are from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Tamale House East

1707 E 6th St

Austin, TX 78702

Simple yet delicious, this old Austin staple brings the heavy hitting for brunch. Pick from your favorite breakfast taco or from plates like chilaquiles.

Cisco’s

1511 E 6th St.
Austin, TX 78702

The migas plate at Cisco’s is a fantastic go-to. No frills, quick, inexpensive, and absolutely delicious. Cisco’s has been a staple of East Austin for over 6 decades. In fact, it has been said that many of the deals made in Texas government occurred in the back room of Cisco’s over coffee, biscuits, migas, and huevos rancheros.

True Food

222 West Ave

Suite HR100

Austin, TX 78701

Delicious, fresh, clean food that will make you feel as good as it tastes! The gluten-free banana pancakes are pretty mind-blowing. True Food aims to deliver healthy, clean, locally sourced food, and honestly, they deliver!

Phoebe’s Diner

533 W Oltorf St. Austin, TX 78704

408 W 11th St. Austin, TX 78701

The fluffy buttermilk biscuits in Phoebe’s Benedict will draw you in but it’s the killer hashbrown casserole that will keep you coming back to Phoebe’s. Also recommended: their cornbread muffins. Delish!

Manana

1603 S Congress Ave

Austin, TX 78704

Located at the gorgeous South Congress Hotel, Mañana has incredible coffee drinks to give you that extra pep you’re looking for. The Chocolate Fronks Milk Latte or the Nitro Cold Brew is the way to go. Why not also treat yourself to a vegan banana snickerdoodle while you’re at it.

Snooze

1700 South LamarAustin, TX 78704
1109 East 5th StAustin, TX 78702
3800 North LamarAustin, TX 78756

Treat yourself to their signature pancake flight: Pineapple Upside Down, Blueberry Danish & Sweet Potato pancakes. Better yet, choose your own flavors! You can’t go wrong with pancakes at Snooze.

More Honorable Mentions

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Suerte
Vera Cruz Tacos
Matties
Bird Bird Biscuit
Juan in a Million
Peached Tortilla

Final Call for 2023 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon Elite Field

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$20,000 prize purse includes Austin Marathon, Austin Half Marathon

High Five Events, one of the largest privately owned event production companies in the United States, is accepting applications from elite runners for the 2023 Ascension Seton Austin Marathon presented by Under Armour’s Elite Athlete Field. Returning for its sixth year, the Elite Athlete Field creates a competitive field of elite male and female runners while discovering emerging talent, pushing the entire talent pool to reach Olympic standards. FloTrack’s live coverage highlights the competition amongst the elites, following runners throughout the event and showcasing their accomplishments throughout the broadcast. The 31st annual Austin Marathon, owned and produced by High Five Events, takes place February 19, 2023.

Runners accepted to the 2023 Austin Marathon/Half Marathon Elite Athlete Field will compete for a $20,000 prize purse. The Austin Marathon prize purse will total $15,000 and award the top five male and female finishers. The Austin Half Marathon purse will total $5,000 and award the top three male and female finishers.

“Since reintroducing the program in 2017, we’ve seen the competition grow and overall times get faster,” said Jack Murray, co-owner of High Five Events. “Several racers have hit Olympic Marathon Trials times which is exciting to see happen on Austin’s streets.”

Athletes accepted into the Elite Athlete Field must meet the program’s standards. Those that meet standards will receive a comped entry into The Austin Marathon or Half Marathon and a comped entry into the 3M Half Marathon. In addition to prize money, there is travel assistance, and bonus money available based on times achieved in the past three years and on race day.

To be eligible for prize money and reimbursement, athletes must be accepted into the Elite Athlete Field and start the race. All athletes are subject to random drug testing pre- and post-race. Read more about program details, including eligibility standards, here. Interested athletes and coaches with questions can contact elites@youraustinmarathon.com. Deadline for submissions is January 15, 2023.

High Five Events To Host Information Session for Potential Part-Time Staff

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Multiple Event Opportunities in 2023 for Those Seeking Part Time Work

High Five Events, one of the largest privately owned event production companies in the United States, is offering a recruitment event for potential part time staff at the High Five Events office on January 5, 2023 at 6:30 PM in Austin, Texas.

Everyone is welcome to attend the session. It will offer the opportunity for interested people to learn the basics of working part time at High Five Events. There will be an opportunity for Q&A and to meet some full and part time staff.

“Our part time staff is crucial to the success of each one of our multiple events,” said Dan Carroll, co-owner of High Five Events. “This is a great opportunity for those interested in event production, learning more about the behind-the-scenes of running and triathlon events, and also for extra income or to meet new people.”

No previous event experience is required, but willingness to work outside and on weekends is necessary for successful applicants. Part time staff join the crew for the weekend days of the event, but many will work during the week leading up to the event as well.

Below is the calendar of events for 2023 part time work:

3M Half Marathon – January 22

Ascension Seton Austin Marathon – February 19

Statesman Cap10K – April 16

CapTex Tri – May 29

Livestrong Challenge – September 10

Kerrville Triathlon Festival – September 23 & 24

For those interested in becoming part of the crew, please complete this form to provide your contact information and if you will attend the session.