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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: 16
Number of tastings: 29
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 Oysters, 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), Pomegranate and Za’atar Glazed Pork Ribs (fan-favorite pork ribs are dry rubbed in Egyptian spices, smoked and glazed with pomegranate molasses), Double Pineapple, Double Anchovy traditional pizza, and a Chef’s tasting menu (10 dishes with wine parings), Octopus (mashwiya, cilantro soy glaze, crème fraiche), steak (all the beef is USDA Prime selected by our specialists and butchered in house), and Aris Cigar (ground beef, sweetbreads, pine nuts, hummus, cardamom oil, harissa)
All Joe Rogan quotes below are from @joerogan
(Joe’s personal Instagram account)
Above: A previous promotion with NADC Burger, The JRB, designed by Mr. Rogan himself, a spicy triple bacon cheeseburger made with @senorlechugahotsauce hot sauce also served with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles. Burger not currently available (photo credit @comedymothership).
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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 try: NADC 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 @diyfoodtours)
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
Joe and Action Bronson visit KG BBQ (Action Bronson was a guest on episode #2164) (photo credit @kgbbq)
KG BBQ
JOE ROGAN QUOTE
“Austin has an abundance of awesome places to eat, and I’ve been meaning to try @kgbbq for a while, so when I got a chance to go there with my brother @bambambaklava for “Fuck, that’s delicious” I jumped on it! Texas BBQ with some distinctive Egyptian spices! Absolutely incredible. The owner, Kareem, has an amazing story of living in Cairo and falling in love with Texas BBQ when he came here to visit, and eventually moving here to follow his dream. If you get a chance to go there don’t miss out!”
Barbeque Restaurant
Must try: Pomegranate and Za’atar Glazed Pork Ribs (fan-favorite pork ribs are dry rubbed in Egyptian spices, smoked and glazed with pomegranate molasses)
Address: 3108 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78723
Hours: Saturday 11 AM–8 PM
Sunday 11 AM–5 PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 11 AM–8 PM
Friday 11 AM–8 PM
Website: https://www.kgbbq.com/
Instagram: @kgbbq
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
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 Oysters
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)
Sunday 11AM–10:30PM
Monday 11AM–10:30PM
Tuesday 11AM–10:30PM
Wednesday 11AM–10:30PM
Thursday 11AM–10:30PM
Friday 11AM–11:30PM
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
Hestia
“Date night dinner a few nights ago at one of my favorite spots, @hestia_austin. The just won a much deserved Michelin Star. We did the chef’s tasting menu and it was fantastic”
Must try: Chef’s tasting menu (ten dishes with wine pairings)
Address: 607 W 3rd St #105, Austin, TX 78701
Hours: Friday 5:30–11 PM
Saturday 5:30–11 PM
Sunday 5:30–10 PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 5:30–10 PM
Wednesday 5:30–10 PM
Thursday 5:30–10 PM
Website: https://hestiaaustin.com/
Instagram: @hestia_austin
Aris restaurant (photo credit @aris.atx)
Aris
“Tried out a phenomenal new Mediterranean steak house in Austin – @aris.atx. Incredible food and a very cool vibe. They’ve only been open for a couple weeks. We’re so lucky to have such awesome restaurants in town, and this one is definitely one of my favorites now.”
Must try: Octopus (mashwiya, cilantro soy glaze, crème fraiche), steak (all the beef is USDA Prime selected by our specialists and butchered in house), and Aris Cigar (ground beef, sweetbreads, pine nuts, hummus, cardamom oil, harissa)
Address: 1111 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78703
Hours:
Friday 5–11 PM
Saturday 5–11 PM
Sunday 5–10 PM
Monday 5–10 PM
Tuesday 5–10 PM
Wednesday 5–10 PM
Thursday 5–10 PM
Website: https://arisrestaurant.us/
Instagram: @aris.atx
OTHER SPECIALTY DIY FOOD TOURS
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Deep dish pizza from Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria (photo credit @loumalnatis)
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Number of stops: 11
Number of tastings: 11
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Tamales from Tamales Geno (photo credit @diyfoodtours)
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Number of stops: 13
Number of tastings: 19
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