AUSTIN, TEXAS

THE JOE ROGAN EXPERIENCE

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Joe Rogan is a multifaceted American media personality. He’s best known for his popular podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience, where he interviews a wide range of guests from comedians and athletes to scientists and political commentators. Rogan’s background is in comedy, and his podcast conversations are often free-wheeling and lengthy, delving into various topics with a comedic and often controversial edge. He’s also a UFC commentator and has dabbled in acting. Rogan’s influence and reach are undeniable, but his willingness to give unfiltered platforms to sometimes questionable figures has sparked criticism.

This tour features Mr. Joe Rogan’s favourite dishes in Austin, Texas

DIY Tour details

Number of stops: 13
Number of tastings: 15
Tastings: Braised Beef Cheek Ragù Tagliatelle Pasta, NADC Burger (6oz of RC Ranch Wagyu Beef, American Cheese, Secret Sauce, Onions, Pickles, Slightly Tamed Jalapeños), S12 Spicy Seafood Soup, Beef & Pork Combo, N2: Toro Nigiri, Cochinita Pibil (slow-roasted Heritage pork shoulder wrapped in banana leaves with Sour Orange, Recado Rojo, Salsa Chiltomate, Tatemada, and enjoyed with handmade corn tortillas), Scallops and Oyster, 50 Day Dry Aged USDA Prime Tomahawk Ribeye (Served Sliced with Roasted Shallot Butter) and Wood Roasted Akaushi Beef Bone Marrow (served with Grilled Country Italian Bread and Shaved Grana), Beef Ribs, Oak Smoked Butchers Cut (shishito salsa verde, cilantro, pickled onion), Omakase Experience, Dinner-Cut Pork Chop (Carved tableside on a hot cast iron plate Hand selected in the Midwest specifically for Perry’s, this sweet, smoky, sizzling chop is cured, roasted, slow-smoked and caramelized, served with homemade apple sauce), Double Pineapple, Double Anchovy traditional pizza

All Joe Rogan quotes below are from @joerogan

(Joe’s personal Instagram account)

RIGHT: A previous promotion with NADC Burger, The JRB, a spicy triple bacon cheeseburger made with @senorlechugahotsauce hot sauce (also served with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles). Designed by Joe Rogan (photo credit @comedymothership). Not currently available.

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Tasting Locations

Tasting menu

NADC Burger from NADC Burger (photo credit @nadcburger)

NADC Burger

JOE ROGAN QUOTE

“The @nadcburger collaboration I did with them and @senorlechugahotsauce is insane. Burgers don’t get better. It’s not possible. The fries are cooked in Wagyu beef tallow, dusted with potato starch and fried twice. Their food truck is in the parking lot behind @comedymothership until Monday night”

Hamburger restaurant

Must tryNADC Burger (6oz of RC Ranch Wagyu Beef, American Cheese, Secret Sauce, Onions, Pickles, Slightly Tamed Jalapeños)

Address: Inside of Idle Hands, 85 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701, United States

Hours: Tuesday 4 p.m.–12 a.m.
Wednesday 4 p.m.–12 a.m.
Thursday 2 p.m.–12 a.m.
Friday 11 a.m.–12 a.m.
Saturday 11 a.m.–12 a.m.
Sunday 11 a.m.–12 a.m.
Monday 4 p.m.–12 a.m.

Website: https://www.nadcburger.com/

Instagram: @nadcburger

Beef ribs from Terry Black’s Barbecue (photo credit @terryblacks_bbq)

Terry Black's Barbecue

JOE ROGAN QUOTE

@terryblacks_bbq always knocks it out of the park”

Barbecue restaurant

Must try: Beef Ribs

Address: 1003 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704, United States

Hours: Sunday 10:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
Monday 10:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
Tuesday 10:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
Wednesday 10:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
Thursday 10:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
Friday 10:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
Saturday 10:30 a.m.–10 p.m.

Website: https://terryblacksbbq.com/

Instagram: @terryblacks_bbq

N2: Toro Nigiri from Yuki Handroll Bar (photo credit @yuki.atx)

YUKI Handroll Bar

JOE ROGAN QUOTE

“I tried a great new sushi spot in Austin tonight. @yuki.atx. Great food, cozy atmosphere and very nice people. I highly recommend it”

Restaurant

Must try: N2: Toro Nigiri

Address: 6317 3 FM2244 Suite 330, Austin, TX 78746, United States

Hours: Friday 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 4:30–9:30 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 4:30–9:30 p.m.
Sunday 12–2:30 p.m., 4:30–8 p.m.
Monday 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 4:30–8:30 p.m.
Tuesday 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 4:30–8:30 p.m.
Wednesday 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 4:30–8:30 p.m.
Thursday 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m., 4:30–8:30 p.m.

Website: https://www.yukihandroll.com/

Instagram: @yuki.atx

Braised Beef Cheek Ragù Tagliatelle Pasta from Braised Beef Cheek Ragù Tagliatelle Pasta (photo credit @peche_austin)

Péché

JOE ROGAN QUOTE

“Dinner at one of my favorite restaurants in Austin, @peche_austin bouillabaisse and beef cheek ragu. It was sensational”

French comfort foods & craft cocktails (many with absinthe) delivered in a New Orleans-esque space

Must try: Braised Beef Cheek Ragù Tagliatelle Pasta

Address: 208 W 4th St, Austin, TX 78701, United States

Hours: Monday 4–10:30 p.m.
Tuesday 4–10:30 p.m.
Wednesday 4–10:30 p.m.
Thursday 4–10:30 p.m.
Friday 4 p.m.–12:30 a.m.
Saturday 5 p.m.–12:30 a.m.
Sunday 5–10:30 p.m.

Website: https://www.pecheaustin.com/

Instagram: @peche_austin

Sushi from Sushi | Bar ATX (photo credit @sushibyscratchrestaurants)

Sushi | Bar ATX

JOE ROGAN QUOTE

“As sensational as food gets. @sushibyscratchrestaurants knocked it out of the park again tonight. @phillipfranklandlee you truly are a culinary wizard. If you love great sushi and you’re in Texas, do yourself a favor and book a reservation there. It’s amazing.”

“There’s levels to the sushi world, and none go higher than @phillipfranklandlee’s new @sushibyscratchrestaurants. HOLY FUCK was this good. Just absolutely incredible. Phillip was the original head chef behind Sushibar in Austin, and now he’s doing a new Omakase sushi experience in Cedar Creek at the beautiful Hyatt Lost Pines Resort. I can’t recommend this place enough. Just absolutely sensational”

Sushi restaurant

Must try: Omakase Experience

The Sushi by Scratch Restaurants: Cedar Creek omakase menu is $165 per person, and includes complimentary same day valet parking. A 20% Service Charge is applied to all bills.

This experience starts 20 minutes early with a complimentary welcome beverage. At the “welcome center” of the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines, proceed to valet and provide your name, letting them know you will be dining at Sushi by Scratch.

Address: 2600 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702

Hours: Visit website

Website: https://www.sushibyscratchrestaurants.com/

Instagram: @sushibyscratchrestaurants

Meat tray from Gangnam Korean BBQ (photo credit @gangnamkrnbbq)

Gangnam Korean BBQ

JOE ROGAN QUOTE

“Had a great meal at @gangnamkrnbbq in Austin! Awesome food and very nice people! I highly recommend it!”

Korean barbecue restaurant

Must try: Beef & Pork Combo (Lunch Only) (Available only for lunch Monday – Friday 11am – 3pm. Chadolbagi (Beef Brisket), Beef Bulgogi (Regular or Spicy) or Hawaiian Beef, Pork Bulgogi (Regular or Spicy), & Non-marinated or Soy Pork Belly (Samgyeopsal). Meat platter includes 1 Gyeran Jim (Korean Steamed Egg), Salad, Banchan (Korean Side Dishes), & choice of Jjigae (Soup))

Address: 1100 Little Texas Ln, Austin, TX 78745, United States

Hours: Friday 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Monday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Tuesday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Wednesday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Thursday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.

Website: https://gangnamkbbq.com/

Instagram: @gangnamkrnbbq

Cochinita Pibil from Bacalar (photo credit @bacalaratx)

Bacalar

JOE ROGAN QUOTE

“My brother @bscomedian recommended @bacalaratx to me, and it did not disappoint. Fantastic Mexican cuisine and a really dope atmosphere with some cool Mayan artwork”

 

Restaurant

Must try: Cochinita Pibil (slow-roasted Heritage pork shoulder wrapped in banana leaves with Sour Orange, Recado Rojo, Salsa Chiltomate, Tatemada, and enjoyed with handmade corn tortillas)

Address: 44 East Ave #100, Austin, TX 78701, United States

Hours: Friday 5–11 p.m.
Saturday 5–11 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m.–2 p.m., 5–10 p.m.
Monday Closed
Tuesday 5–10 p.m.
Wednesday 5–10 p.m.
Thursday 5–10 p.m.

Website: https://www.bacalaratx.com/

Instagram: @bacalaratx

Pork from Perry’s Steakhouse & Grill (photo credit @joerogan)

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille

JOE ROGAN QUOTE

“Holy shit, the pork chop at @perryssteakhouse in Austin is a fucking tsunami of gastronomical love and execution”

Upscale steakhouse & grill serving a menu including chops, seafood, wine & cocktails

Must try: Dinner-Cut Pork Chop (Carved tableside on a hot cast iron plate Hand selected in the Midwest specifically for Perry’s, this sweet, smoky, sizzling chop is cured, roasted, slow-smoked and caramelized, served with homemade apple sauce)

Address: 114 W 7th St, Austin, TX 78701, United States

Hours: Sunday 4–9 p.m.
Monday 4–10 p.m.
Tuesday 4–10 p.m.
Wednesday 4–10 p.m.
Thursday 4–10 p.m.
Friday 10:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
Saturday 4–10 p.m.

Website: https://perryssteakhouse.com/

Instagram: @perrys_steakhouse

S12 Spicy Seafood Soup from SOHA 소하 (photo credit @joerogan)

SOHA 소하

JOE ROGAN QUOTE

“If you’re in Austin looking for some LEGIT Korean food, @soha_austintx is off the charts good. I had the spicy seafood soup and the short ribs. They were great. If you’re looking to get adventurous there’s quite a few options with intestines and entrails. I’ve been there twice and it’s always great. It’s a small place with limited seating, but if you have to wait for a table, it’s worth it”

Compact, chill Korean venue whipping up stir-fried street food & kimchi rice, plus soju & sake

Must try: S12 Spicy Seafood Soup

Address: 911 W Anderson Ln. #114, Austin, TX 78757, United States

Hours: Sunday 5 p.m.–2 a.m.
Monday Closed
Tuesday 5 p.m.–2 a.m.
Wednesday 5 p.m.–2 a.m.
Thursday 5 p.m.–2 a.m.
Friday 5 p.m.–2 a.m.
Saturday 5 p.m.–2 a.m.

Website: https://sohaaustin.square.site/

Instagram: @soha_austintx’s

Scallops and Oysters from Toshokan (photo credit @joerogan)

Toshokan

JOE ROGAN QUOTE

“Sensational sushi porn from @toshokanatx! Austin has some absolutely amazing restaurants, and @sainew’s spot is fantastic”

“Experienced a sensational Omakase sushi meal tonight at @toshokanatx with head chef @sainew. I can’t recommend it enough!”

 

Sushi restaurant

Must try: Scallops and Oyster

Address: 2415 E 5th St., Austin, TX 78702

Hours: Monday 5:30–11 PM
Tuesday 5:30–11 PM
Wednesday 5:30–11 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday 5:30–11 PM

Website: https://www.toshokanatx.com/

Instagram: @toshokanatx

50 Day Dry Aged USDA Prime Tomahawk Ribeye and Wood Roasted Akaushi Beef Bone Marrow from J Carver (photos credit @joerogan)

J Carver

JOE ROGAN QUOTE

“Tomahawk ribeye and foie gras at @jcarversatx is sensational”

Restaurant

Must try: 50 Day Dry Aged USDA Prime Tomahawk Ribeye (Served Sliced with Roasted Shallot Butter) and Wood Roasted Akaushi Beef Bone Marrow (served with Grilled Country Italian Bread and Shaved Grana)

Address: 509 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78701, United States
 
Hours: Saturday 11AM–11:30PM
Sunday 11AM–10:30PM
Monday 11AM–10:30PM
Tuesday 11AM–10:30PM
Wednesday 11AM–10:30PM
Thursday 11AM–10:30PM
Friday 11AM–11:30PM
 
 
Instagram: @jcarversatx

Oak Smoked Butcher Cut from Loro Austin (photo credit @joerogan)

Loro Austin

JOE ROGAN QUOTE

“The smoked bavette at @loroeats is legit!”

 

Asian smokehouse meets Texas barbecue in a rustic spot with beer, wine, and cocktails, plus a giant patio

Must try: Oak Smoked Butchers Cut (shishito salsa verde, cilantro, pickled onion)

Address: 2115 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States

Hours: Sunday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Monday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Tuesday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Wednesday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Thursday 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
Friday 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m.–11 p.m.

Website: https://www.loroeats.com/

Instagram: @loroeats

Episode #2054 with Elon Musk (photo credit @joerogan)

Pizza Leon

On Episode #2054 Joe convinces Elon to try a double pineapple, double anchovy pizza which they then ordered and enjoyed, from Leon Pizza

 

Must try: Double Pineapple, Double Anchovy traditional pizza

Address: 509 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States

Hours: Saturday 12 p.m.–2 a.m.
Sunday 12 p.m.–2 a.m.
Monday 11 a.m.–12 a.m.
Tuesday 4 p.m.–12 a.m.
Wednesday 11 a.m.–12 a.m.
Thursday 11 a.m.–2 a.m.
Friday 11 a.m.–2 a.m.

Website: https://mypizzaleon.com/

Instagram: @pizzaleon_atx

OTHER SPECIALTY DIY FOOD TOURS

Deep dish pizza from Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria (photo credit @loumalnatis)

Chicago is a city with a rich culinary history, and there are many iconic foods that are associated with the city. Some of the most popular Chicago foods include deep dish pizza, Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, and Garrett popcorn. These foods are all unique to Chicago and offer a taste of the city’s culture and history.

Number of stops: 11
Number of tastings: 11
TastingsItalian Beef Sandwich (Classic Italian beef sandwich, dipped in aus jus, and served on French Bread), Shrimp DeJonghe, Breaded Steak Sandwich, Chicago style hot dog (Chicago-style hot dog with everything, which includes mustard, relish, celery salt, freshly chopped onions, sliced red ripe tomatoes, kosher pickle and sport peppers piled onto a perfectly steamed poppy seed bun), Fried chicken wings, Rainbow cone, Rib Tips, Flaming Saganaki (The finest imported Greek cheese is flambéed table side), Garrett mix popcorn (blend of our famous CaramelCrisp and CheeseCorn recipes), Jibarito, Deep Dish Malnati Chicago Classic (made with Lou’s lean sausage, some extra mozzarella cheese and vine-ripened tomato sauce on Buttercrust)

Nashville Chicken Sandwich (Fried chicken sandwich smothered in Nashville aioli sauce, topped with lettuce & pickles) (photo credit @diyfoodtours)

IG Field is located in Winnipeg, Manitoba and is home to the Canadian Football Leagues’s (CFL) Winnipeg Blue Bombers

Taste a variety of foods and beverages that represent different regions in North America that can be found at the concessions around the stadium

Number of tastings: up to 12 (8 entrées, 4 beverages (1 beverage is recommended))
Tastings: Nashville Chicken Sandwich (Fried chicken sandwich smothered in Nashville aioli sauce, topped with lettuce & pickles), Danny’s pulled pork on a bun (Danny’s pulled pork smothered in barbecue sauce, topped with coleslaw, on an Italian roll), Traditional Poutine (Fries loaded with cheese curds and smothered in gravy), Mini Donuts (Cinnamon and sugar mini donuts), Philly Cheese Steak (Philly cheese steak sandwich with seared sirloin beef, sautéed peppers and onions, provolone cheese, topped with cheddar cheese sauce), Chicago Dog (Bomber Dog with mustard, relish, onions, tomatoes, pickles, & banana peppers), Blitz Burger (Two burger patties, chili ketchup, vodka aioli, pickles, sautéed onions & cheese), Regular Old Dutch Potato Chips, Canadian Club Whiskey, Jim Beam Bourbon, Alberta Pure Vodka, Coors Beer

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Stuffed Pork Tenderloin from Carnicero’s Meats (photo credit @carnicerosmeats)

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ST. LAWRENCE MARKET’S BEST MEAT DISHES FROM BUTCHERS AND RESTAURANTS

Taste 5 different types of meat!

This tour includes both onsite tastings and cook at home tastings. Sample 5 different types of meat (Pork, Chicken, Oyster, Lobster, and Lamb).

Number of stops: 9
Number of tastings: 9
Onsite tastings: Char Siu (BBQ pork), Freshly Shucked Oysters, Peameal Bacon Sand­wich, East Coast Lobster Roll, Chicken Gyro
Take home tastings: Stuffed Pork Tenderloin (sautéed apple, bacon, onion, cinnamon, thyme and sage), Mint Lamb Meatloaf, Banh Mi Sausage (Pork Casing, Pork, Ginger, Salt, Chili flake, Garlic powder, Black pepper, Basil, Corriander seed, Brown sugar, White vinegar, Cilantro), Chicken Empanada

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