Asian Eats ATX: 2024 Event Recap

2025 Event Recap

A Night of Food, Fun, and Philanthropy.

Asian Eats ATX 2025 brought together the flavors of Greater Austin’s best Asian and Asian fusion restaurants for an unforgettable night of food, culture, and community. But beyond the delicious dishes and lively entertainment, this event was about making a difference.

With the support of our community, sponsors, and participants, AEATX raised essential funds for our 2025 Charity of Choice, Asian Texans for Justice helping them continue their impactful work in building personal and political power in the Asian Texan community through civic engagement, policy advocacy, and coalition building.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, dined with purpose, and partied with heart. We couldn’t have done it without you!

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2025 CHARITY OF CHOICE

We were pleased to select Asian Texans for Justice (ATJ) as our 2025 Charity of Choice. Funds raised during Asian Eats ATX and Asian Eats After Dark were distributed to ATJ to support their incredible mission and programs.

ATJ serves the more than 1.9 million Asian and Pacific Islander Texans to civic action to build personal and political power. They believe that civic engagement, policy advocacy, and coalition building are keys to creating a more equitable state for all people. Learn more at www.asiantexansforjustice.org.

Shoutout to our incredible 2025 Asian Eats ATX restaurants!

We were honored to feature some of the best local Asian & Asian fusion eateries in our inaugural event. A huge thank you to all the amazing culinary talent that made it unforgettable:

Bar Peached

Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Malaysian, Thai, Vietnamese

Bar Peached is a bar focused restaurant concept serving cocktails, tacos and Asian inspired comfort food. Sister restaurant to the Peached...

Biryani Pot

Indian

Biryani Pot is a traditional Hyderabadi food house. We at Biryani Pot made a commitment to bring a variety of high...

Chef Uyen Pham

Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese

Culinary Institute of America Instructor, Chef Uyen Pham, brings her culinary expertise to the city of Austin. Whether you’re a home-cook...

Chef vs Chef

Multiple cuisines available

Here’s a unique AEATX experience – diners get to select any ingredient they want and then pit these two experienced, innovative...

DAM-A

Korean

A new Korean restaurant in Austin, DAM-A, has opened its doors, offering a unique blend of Korean barbecue and hot pot...

Dosa Shack

Indian

Dosa Shack serves up bold, authentic South Indian flavors with a modern twist—featuring vibrant pink dosas, street food favorites, and house-made...

El Raval

Filipino, Japanese, Korean

Chef Laila Bazahm introduces Austin to a menu that incorporates the bold flavors and fragrant spices of North Africa, Asia, and...

Kababji Grill

Kuwaiti, Pakistani

Kababji Grill brings inviting aromas and flavors from Gujranwala and Kuwait all the way to Greater Austin in a tantalizing Mediterranean-Pakistani...

Kapatad Kitchen & Cafe

Filipino

Kapatad brings the homemade, earthy flavors of the Philippines to Austin. Everything is made fresh by passionate staff and served with...

Le Bleu

Vietnamese

Housed in a shopping center just off U.S. 183 North and Burnet Road, Le Bleu’s menu spotlights freshness with crisp vegetables...

Lucky Robot

Japanese

Lucky Robot is the first sustainable sushi restaurant in Texas. We have been recognized by the James Beard Foundation’s Smart Catch...

Masala Wok Indian + Asian Fare

Chinese, Indian

A fine casual Indian restaurant serving authentic Currys, Kabobs, Wraps, Biryani, Street Style Stir Frys, Fried Rice & Noodle Bowls...

Mongers

Seafood, Southern

Nestled in the Hyde Park neighborhood, Mongers Market + Kitchen is only 3 miles north of downtown Austin, TX. The kitchen...

New Fortune 2

Chinese

New Fortune 2 is a Chinese restaurant in Austin, Texas, known for its dim sum, buns, and bao. The restaurant offers...

Oribello’s Bar & Kitchen

Filipino, Mexican

At Oribello's, we honor our heritage by crafting dishes that tell stories, spark connections, and bring people together. Our mission is...

Oseyo

Korean

With warm rustic interiors and a garden courtyard, Oseyo is a modern Korean-American restaurant that serves traditional favorites and non-traditional dishes...

Platesfull Private Chef

Japanese, Korean, Mongolian, Thai

Platesfull connects you with professional chefs for unforgettable in-home dining experiences. From custom menus and grocery shopping to cooking, entertaining, and...

Ramen del Barrio

Japanese, Mexican

From ramen to tacos and ceviche, Ramen del Barrio offers something for all. Winner of a 2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand, RDB...

Soupleaf Hot Pot

Chinese

Embodying the essence of a true mom-and-pop establishment, Soupleaf is a family-owned, community-driven, Canton-style Hot Pot restaurant. Hot pot, a 2,000-year-old...

Sway

Thai

Sway is an award-winning modern Thai restaurant located in Austin, Texas, with a second location in Aspen, Colorado. Inspired by an...

Tatsumi

Japanese

Tatsumi combines seasonal menu selections, flawless service, and attentive planning to create a truly memorable dining experience. Restaurateur Tiffany, Chef Elvin,...

The Peached Tortilla

Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Malaysian, Thai, Vietnamese

Discover the perfect blend of modern Asian comfort food and Southern charm at The Peached Tortilla. While the restaurant has brought...

The Spice Garden

Chinese, Indian, Indonesian, Malaysian, Thai

The Spice Garden is family run a one-of-a-kind culinary establishment with a unique Indian Chinese fusion cooking....

Zen

Japanese

East meets Southwest at Zen, where our mission is simple: to make Japanese inspired cuisine affordable, healthy and fun. Our promise...

After Dark 2025 Brought Fantastic Entertainment

Asian Eats After Dark 2025 was all about the vibezzzz.

While party attendees had fun connecting with friends old and new, these amazing performers created a warm, welcoming mood for the evening.

Aly Rosa

Aly Rosa is a Filipino-Puerto Rican jazz vocalist with a background in musical theatre....

Lady Monday

Lady Monday, an Austin-based duo, was formed during their senior year of high school, where they developed their personas; Lady Monday,...

Soul Man Sam

Soul Man Sam is a Memphis-born blues artist based in Austin, Texas. With a powerful voice and captivating stage presence, he...

Our Awesome After Dark Vendors

Asian Eats After Dark 2025 transformed Wanderlust Wine Co. into a lively dessert & drink social featuring some of Austin’s favorite businesses.

Bake Your Feels

Desserts, Indian

An Austin original, Bake Your Feels is the brainchild of Dr. Ankita Krishnan, a talented home food artisan who specializes in...

Bake’n Bite

Desserts, Filipino

Custom Cakes and bakes in the fun filled world of Erliz!...

East Side King

Japanese

East Side King is inspired by Asian cultures, rock bands, art and Austin’s laid-back, fun-loving vibe. We use quality ingredients like...

Happy Lemon

Taiwanese

Happy Lemon is not just a bubble tea shop, it’s a lifestyle that incorporates generations of tea culture. Freshly-brewed high quality...

Lotus Creamery

Desserts, Indian

Classic and exotic Indian ice cream flavors that are handmade with fresh, natural, and organic ingredients....

Ng Cafe

Desserts, Vietnamese

NG Cafe is a multi-generational, family-run cafe showcasing Southeast Asian cuisine and flavors. Focusing on banh mi, they make their baguettes...

Paws & Pours Mobile Bar

Mocktails

Proudly serving Austin and surrounding areas like Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, and Dripping Springs, Paws & Pours Mobile Bar specializes...

Uncle Tetsu

Desserts, Japanese

Founded by Tetsushi Mizokami in 1985, Uncle Tetsu’s signature Japanese Cheesecakes have become an international phenomenon which has garnered fans around...

Wild Bloom Kitchen

Desserts, Gluten-free

Wild Bloom Kitchen offers freshly baked goods and unique beverages made with clean ingredients, including gluten-free and gluten options, with a...

Restaurants and chefs, let’s do it again in 2026! If you loved being part of Asian Eats ATX, we’d love to have you back. Sign up to participate and help us make next year even bigger and better!

OUR 2025 PARTNERS

Our deepest appreciation goes out to our partners. Without their generous support, the Asian Eats ATX goal of celebrating Asian culture and cuisine in Central Texas would not be possible.