Real Food.
Real People.
Real Austin.
A private community of Austin professionals who gather monthly to explore authentic Asian cuisine — no fusion, no shortcuts, just real flavors and genuine connections.
Real Food Grand
Opening Event
"Discover Authentic Chinese Cuisine — No Fusion, Just Real Flavors"
"The best meals are the ones shared."
— Austin Real Food Club
Austin's Best
Authentic Asian Spots
Our curated list of restaurants that meet the Real Food Club standard — no Americanized shortcuts.
Asia Cafe
$Best Chinese in North Austin, generous portions and bold flavors
New Fortune
$$Hong Kong-style dim sum and fresh seafood, a local institution
Qi Austin
$$Weekend dim sum, upscale setting in downtown Austin
Hunan Bistro
$$Fiery Hunan-style dishes, bold and smoky flavors
Spicy House
$$Mala hot pot and Sichuan classics, a crowd favorite
Happy Lamb Hot Pot
$$$Premium all-you-can-eat hot pot with premium broth bases
Special Noodles
$Hand-pulled noodles with rich broth, a noodle lover's paradise
Ten Second Noodles
$Quick, bold, and addictive — signature noodles with chili oil
Xian Noodle
$Biang biang noodles and Xi'an street food, straight from Shaanxi
House of Three Gorges
$Generous portions, very authentic Sichuan flavors
Korea House
$$Authentic home-style Korean, great banchan spread
Oseyo
$$$Best Korean in Austin, private room available
Nancy's Sky Garden
$$$Rooftop Korean dining with stunning Austin skyline views
Sway
$$$$Best Thai in Austin, stunning space and bold flavors
Komé
$$Great happy hour, teishoku lunch sets
Sip Pho
$$Beautiful design, great pho and Vietnamese classics
How to Run a
Memorable Gathering
Eight professionals. One table. Four moves that turn a lunch into a community.
Two Truths & a Lie
Start with this classic ice-breaker. As host, go first — weave your background into the truths. It creates instant laughter and genuine curiosity.
The Give & Ask
After the game, each person shares: 'What I do' + 'What I'm looking for.' Realtors, advisors, and contractors find their ideal referral partners.
Facebook Group Funnel
Print QR code cards for each table. At the peak of the meal, invite everyone to join the private Austin Real Food Club group — right then, phones out.
The Surprise Dessert
End with a complimentary sesame ball or pumpkin cake. Under-promise, over-deliver. This one gesture becomes the story they tell their friends.
Ready to Eat
Something Real?
Austin Real Food Club is a private, members-only community. We meet monthly at a different authentic Asian restaurant. No Panda Express. No fusion menus. Just real food, real people, and real Austin connections.
Monthly Events
First gathering: March 31st at Four Seasons House
Private Group
Members-only Facebook community with exclusive restaurant picks
Bring a Plus-One
Members may bring one guest to each event