El Alma

El Alma El Alma is a vibrant, homespun take on the contemporary flavors of Mexico. Chef Alma Alcocer-Thomas
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Chef Alma Alcocer-Thomas prepares food as she might cook for you in her home. Diners will find tacos al pastor, queso, and carne asada tacos, but will also have an array of small plates and sophisticated entrees using fresh ingredients and richly layered sauces including duck enchiladas with mole, relleno de camarones (shrimp-stuffed poblano served with chipotle sauce and corn pudding), and for t

he hearty vegetarians out there, smokey ancho relleno stuffed with seasonal vegetables. Alcocer also features one of her childhood favorites, ‘gringas,’ a popular Mexico City snack made of flour tortillas, cheese, and savory pastor.

“I wanted to create a menu that would fit the location on Barton springs,” says Alcocer. “It’s fun, flavorful Mexican food that is very approachable. It’s a casual, authentic representation of the food I grew up eating.”

July's special had us at honey Búfalo salsa. Our Sweet Chipotle Bufalitas bring the crispy, glazed wings finished with a...
07/11/2026

July's special had us at honey Búfalo salsa. Our Sweet Chipotle Bufalitas bring the crispy, glazed wings finished with a chipotle ranch that ties it all together! 🔥

This one's a moment, come try them! 🙌

Mark your calendars: We are celebrating our quinceañera, El Alma turns 15!Join us Sunday July 19th from noon to 6pm at t...
07/10/2026

Mark your calendars: We are celebrating our quinceañera, El Alma turns 15!

Join us Sunday July 19th from noon to 6pm at the Barton Springs location for bites and frescas, cocktail specials and a raffle benefitting Central Texas Food Bank.

15 years of friends, family and a community. This one is for you 💓 Come have fun!

06/30/2026

There’s something satisfying about watching a great torta come together ✨

Juicy chicken, fresh toppings, and all the little details that turn simple ingredients into something special.

Here’s a closer look at our Chicken Torta, built layer by layer and made to be enjoyed from the first bite to the last 🤩👌

Happy National Ceviche Day! 🦐 Whether you’re a longtime ceviche lover or looking for your next favorite dish, today soun...
06/28/2026

Happy National Ceviche Day! 🦐 Whether you’re a longtime ceviche lover or looking for your next favorite dish, today sounds like the perfect excuse to stop by.

We’ll save you a seat 💃🏻

06/25/2026

Some meals are worth for slowing down and savoring every bite.

Whether you’re joining us for dinner with friends, or a midweek margarita, our Enchiladas Verdes are always a good place to start 💚

We’ll save you a seat.

06/23/2026

Tuesdays are better with tacos 🌮✨ Join us from 3pm to close at both locations for $5 street tacos and make the middle of the week a little more exciting 😌

Cochinita Pibil, slow-cooked, juicy, packed with flavor, and everything a taco should be!

# Austineats

06/20/2026

Some cocktails just feel like summer ☀️🍍

Meet Piña Buena, our cóctel especial made with Carabuena Tequila Blanco, prickly pear, pineapple, agave, fresh lime juice, and Paula’s Orange Liqueur.

Come sip it while it’s available all month long ✨

 

06/19/2026

A martini has never solved all of life’s problems. But it’s made quite a few evenings better. Happy National Martini Day. Almatini $10 ALL DAY 🥳

Come shake it up and celebrate accordingly 🍸✨

Celebrate Father’s Day at El Alma 👴🩵 Father’s Day is on Sunday, and from brunch to dinner, we’re here to help make the d...
06/17/2026

Celebrate Father’s Day at El Alma 👴🩵 Father’s Day is on Sunday, and from brunch to dinner, we’re here to help make the day special with great food, handcrafted cocktails, and your favorite people around the table.

Reserve your table through the link in our bio ✨🔗

06/13/2026

Good things take time ✨ This month’s Cochinita Pibil brings together banana leaf achiote-braised pork, refried black beans, escabeche onions, Sikil P’aak sauce, and warm tortillas for a plate full of slow-cooked flavor.

Here for a limited time, so don’t wait too long to try it 🔥👀

It’s National Corn on the Cob Day, so we’re giving the spotlight to one of our favorites 🌽✨Our Elote Placero is sweet, s...
06/11/2026

It’s National Corn on the Cob Day, so we’re giving the spotlight to one of our favorites 🌽✨

Our Elote Placero is sweet, savory, tangy, and the kind of thing you’ll be thinking about long after the last bite.

No sharing required 👀

06/10/2026

Just a bite of this month’s favorites ✨ A little peek at what will be making its way to tables this month.

Available for a limited time, so don’t miss your chance to try them before they’re gone 👀

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Austin, TX
78704

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 11pm
Saturday 10am - 11pm
Sunday 10am - 10pm

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