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RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR
Barley Swine
Craft Omakase
Dai Due
DipDipDip Tatsu-Ya
Emmer & Rye
Este
Hestia
InterStellar BBQ
LeRoy and Lewis Barbecue
Nixta TaqueriaCHEF OF THE YEAR
Damien Brockway, Distant Relatives
Edgar Rico, Nixta Taqueria
Evan LeRoy, Leroy and Lewis Barbecue
Fermín Núñez, Suerte/Este
Jesse Griffiths, Dai Due
Kareem El-Ghayesh, KG BBQ
Laila Bazahm, El Raval
Peter Klein, Holiday
Sonya Coté, Store House Market & Eatery
Tavel Bristol-Joseph, CanjePASTRY CHEF OF THE YEAR
Abby Love, Abby Jane Bakeshop
Amanda Rockman, Rockman Coffee + Bakeshop
Ariana Quant, Uchi
Derrick Flynn, Bar Toti, Suerte, Este
Jam Sanitchat, Gati
Sarah Foremski, Custard Prison
Sarah Lim, OMG Squee
Tiffany Dejesus, Dai DueBAR OF THE YEAR
Busty's Bar & Jukebox
Cape Bottle Room
Daydreamer
DrinkWell
Equipment Room
Hestia Bar
Small Victory
The Cavalier
The Dead Rabbit
TronaRISING STAR CHEF OF THE YEAR
Alejandra Kuri, Este
Alexa Mejia, Emmer & Rye
Clark Costello, Soigné Supper Club
Derek Zampacorta, Bar Toti
Erik Trotman, Canje
Heejae Galluccio, Birdie’s
Seth Helmly, LoudmouthNEIGHBORHOOD RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR
Distant Relatives
Dovetail Pizza & Bar
Komé
Korea House
Mum Foods Smokehouse and Delicatessen
Sour Duck Market
The Little Darlin'
The Peached Tortilla
Uptown Sports Club
Usta KababgyBREWERY OF THE YEAR
Austin Beerworks
Central Machine Works
Fitzhugh Brewing
Hopsquad Brewing Co.
Live Oak Brewing Co.
Prost Alehouse Texas
St. Elmo Brewing Co.
Vacancy BrewingBEST NEW RESTAURANT
Bambino
Casa Bianca
Endo
Fig Italian Kitchen & Bar
Knuckle Sandwich
Lao’d Bar
Loudmouth
Mexta
Mian & Bao
Micklethwait Barbecue
OKO
Redbud Ice House
Tancho Sushi
Teddy's
The Dead Rabbit
Toasty BadgerBEST COFFEE SHOP
Better Half Coffee & Cocktails
Captain Quack's Bakery and Coffeehouse
Cosmic
Desnudo Coffee
Epoch Coffee
Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors
Houndstooth Coffee
Proud Mary Coffee
Radio Coffee & Beer
Spokesman Coffee

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JUDGES

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Brianna Caleri
Editor | CultureMap Austin and San Antonio

Amber Heckler
Network Writer | CultureMap

Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel
Chef and Co-Owner | Birdie's
2024 Chef of the Year Winner

Sarah McIntosh
Chef and Owner | Epicerie
2024 Pastry Chef of the Year Winner

Erin Ashford
Co-Owner and Beverage & Service Director | Holiday
2024 Bar of the Year Winner

Amanda Carto
General Manager | Daydreamer
2024 Bartender of the Year Winner

Arjav Ezekiel
Beverage Director and Co-Owner | Birdie's
2024 Neighborhood Restaurant of the Year Winner

Krystal Craig
Managing Chef and Co-Owner | Poeta
2024 Best New Restaurant Winner

Eli Rodriguez
Executive Chef | Bufalina, Bufalina Due
2024 Rising Star Chef of the Year Winner

Mark Jackson
Chief Development Officer | Central Texas Food Bank

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Garrison Brothers Distillery
Garrison Brothers Distillery, located in Hye, Texas, in the beautiful Hill Country, is the first legal bourbon distillery in Texas history and the first distillery outside of Kentucky to produce authentic, handcrafted, corn-to-cork bourbon whiskey — and only bourbon whiskey. Founded in 2006 by Dan and Nancy Garrison, Garrison Brothers bourbon first entered the market in 2010. Every rich, bold expression of Garrison Brothers bourbon is made from a sweet mash bill, collected rainwater, and premium grade local grains, and aged in custom barrels to withstand the intense Texas heat. To date, Garrison Brothers’ bourbon portfolio includes eight expressions and is available nationwide and across five countries.

The Yuengling Company
Yuengling has persevered for six generations, spanning over 196 years, and has been continuously family-owned and operated since 1829. The Yuengling family remains committed to producing the highest-quality portfolio of beers for customers to enjoy. They vow to honor and respect the traditions that have kept the company strong and independent for nearly two centuries. Whether you are raising a glass of Yuengling for the first time or have been a lifelong fan, thank you for supporting “the Oldest Brewery in America."

Ritual Zero Proof
Proudly made in Texas, Ritual Zero Proof is America’s No. 1 non-alcoholic spirit brand. Crafted for cocktails, Ritual Tequila, Whiskey, Gin, Rum, and Aperitif Alternatives have the nose, taste, and bite of liquor – without the alcohol or calories. Founded by best friends, born on a cutting board, and perfected across hundreds of iterations with the help of master distillers and award-winning mixologists, Ritual was created because we love a good cocktail, with or without alcohol.

Seedlip
Founded in 2015, Seedlip is the pioneer of non-alcoholic spirits. Combining centuries-old techniques with modern innovations, Seedlip redefines the drinking experience by solving the dilemma of what to drink when you’re not drinking. Inspired by nature, Spice 94, Grove 42, Garden 108, and Notas de Agave deliver a vast range of flavors. These sophisticated, non-alcoholic spirits contain no sugar or calories and make the perfect base for cocktails.

Beef Loving Texans
Beef Loving Texans celebrates one of the most delicious aspects of being Texan: our unequivocal love for beef. Whether it's in our rustic cattle heritage or our love for the perfectly smoked brisket, Texans are proud, and Beef Loving Texans is here to help all Texans, near or far, fourth-generation or brand-new, tout their love for beef. Visit BeefLovingTexans.com for recipe inspiration, digital pass exploration, and more.

PicMe Events
PicMe Events is passionate about creating picture-perfect experiences. They work closely with clients to create immersive, exciting, and simply outstanding events and experiences. From surprises to show-stoppers, intimate gatherings to mass brand activations, they can do it all. Using the world’s best photo booth technology, they deliver immersive and engaging events that will leave your guests wanting more. Their No. 1 priority is making sure that their clients are able to walk away from their event satisfied and with memories they can treasure for years to come.

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Central Texas Food Bank
The Central Texas Food Bank works with food donors across the country, financial supporters, and volunteers to fill unmet needs in Central Texas. This commitment from private, government, and charitable partners allowed the organization to bring nearly 54 million meals to the community last year.The organization does this in three key ways.

The Central Texas Food Bank is a registered 501(c)(3) and a member of Feeding America and Feeding Texas.Its service territory includes: Bastrop, Bell, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Coryell, Falls, Fayette, Freestone, Gillespie, Hays, Lampasas, Lee, Limestone, Llano, McLennan, Milam, Mills, San Saba, Travis, and Williamson counties. Roughly 300 partner agencies have joined the Central Texas Food Bank to serve families in 21 Central Texas counties at soup kitchens, food pantries, after-school programs, snack programs, and other service sites.