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Malik Foster

Neighborhoods Editor, Top of Austin · Top of Austin

Malik Foster covers Austin's neighborhoods and food-trailer scene for Top of Austin — the East Side, the trailers, the independents, and the city's fast-changing dining map. He writes from the review record.

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The Best Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurants in Austin (2026)

Best Restaurants in South Congress (2026)

Best Restaurants in West Campus (2026)

Best Restaurants in Burnet Road (2026)

Best Restaurants in East Austin (2026)

Best Restaurants in Hyde Park (2026)

Best Restaurants in Mueller (2026)

Best Restaurants in Zilker / Barton Springs (2026)

Best Restaurants in Downtown (2026)

Best Date Night Restaurants in Austin

Best Restaurants in South Lamar (2026)

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