Indulge in the Culinary Delights of Austin's Premier Music Festival

The Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL) is set to return in the fall of 2024, and this year's event promises to be a true feast for the senses. Alongside the impressive lineup of musical acts, the festival has unveiled an exciting array of food offerings that will tantalize the taste buds of attendees. From a new taco court featuring some of Austin's most acclaimed eateries to the introduction of wood-fired pizza and the return of a beloved festival favorite, ACL is poised to deliver an unparalleled culinary experience.

Discover the Flavors of Austin's Taco Mecca at ACL

Taco Court: A Celebration of Austin's Culinary Diversity

The ACL La Pachanga Eatery area will be a hub of taco-centric delights, featuring a lineup of some of the city's most renowned taco purveyors. Attendees can look forward to savoring the flavors of the Rio Grande Valley at the award-winning Con Todo truck, indulging in the unique discada-style tacos from Discada, and exploring the barbacoa-focused offerings of La Santa Barbacha. The taco court will also showcase the talents of North Austin's Cuantas Hamburguesas, Paprika ATX, and the soon-to-reopen Norte ATX, as well as the South Texas-inspired creations of Vaquero Taquero and the iconic tacos from Veracruz All Natural.This impressive taco lineup was curated by the Taco Mafia, a collective of Austin restaurant owners and friends, including Anthony Pratto of Discada and Beto Robledo of Cuantas/Cuantos. The taco court will be strategically placed between the Barton Springs stage and the main merchandise area, ensuring easy access for festival-goers.

Expanding the Culinary Horizons: New Additions to the ACL Food Lineup

Beyond the taco court, ACL has also introduced several other exciting additions to its food lineup. The festival's main beer hall, previously known as the Barton Springs Beer Hall, has been rebranded as the Big Tent. In addition to offering a selection of canned beers and kegged cocktails, the Big Tent will now feature a new food offering from the team behind the acclaimed Italian restaurant L'oCa d'Oro. Bambino, their latest venture, will serve up 12-inch wood-fired pizzas with a variety of meat, cheese, and vegetable toppings, as well as gluten-free and dairy-free options.Another highly anticipated return is the Mighty Cone, a festival favorite that had been absent from last year's event. Under new ownership, the Mighty Cone will once again delight attendees with its signature cone-shaped dishes featuring chicken, shrimp, and avocado.

Expanding the Culinary Horizons: New Additions to the ACL Food Lineup

The main ACL food court will also welcome several new additions, including the barbecue expertise of CM Smokehouse, the fried chicken prowess of Gus's World-Famous Fried Chicken, and the Tucson-style hot dogs of T-Loc's Sonora Hot Dogs. Additionally, festival-goers can look forward to the return of several beloved Austin establishments, such as Koko's Bavarian, Salt & Time, Mama Fried, and the vegan bakery Skull & Cakebones.

Satisfying Sweet Cravings at the ACL Sweets Court

The ACL Sweets court, introduced last year, will once again offer a delectable array of desserts and frozen treats. Newcomers to the lineup include the innovative soft-serve pouches of CVT Soft Serve, the authentic Mexican ice cream of Dulce Amor Mio, and the artisanal gelato of Gelato Paradiso.Complementing the sweet offerings, the Barton Beach Club Tiki Bar will feature the signature poke dishes of Poke-Poke, while the El Patioville truck from Tex-Mex restaurant El Patio will serve up its popular nachos, dips, and chips.With an impressive lineup of both savory and sweet options, the 2024 Austin City Limits Music Festival is poised to deliver an unparalleled culinary experience that will leave attendees' taste buds thoroughly satisfied.