Manuels 40th Anniversary

In celebration of MANUEL’S 40th anniversary, we encouraged our patrons to send us their favorite MANUEL’S memory or story!

Below are some of the stories people sent in – in their own words, about what the restaurant means to them.

Chris F. – 50 Votes

Margs at Manuel’s!

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Christa J. – 49 Votes

I have always loved coming to Manuels. 2000 I’ve lived in Austin for 26 years and it is one of...

Cia P. – 49 Votes

Manuel brought me food when I was pregnant and gave me free sauce no extra charge. I was alone and...

Claudia L. – 65 Votes

We were coming to Manuel’s my kids were 12 and 7 years old, now my son is in college and...

Connie S. – 94 Votes

In the vibrant city of Austin, where restaurants often come and go, one gem has stood the test of time:...

Cristina F. – 75 Votes

My name is Cristina Foarde, I’m from Chile and moved to Austin in 1999 when I marry the love of...

Daisy G. – 31 Votes

Happy 40th anniversary Manuel’s!!! I had my first experience with Manuel’s in 1990 at the downtown location. After that I...

Dawn E. – 60 Votes

Manuel’s is a neighborhood gem. My mom and I discovered the beautiful and relaxing patio there soon after we moved...

Debbie L. – 5 Votes

We love Manuel’s and have been coming here since we moved into Great Hills back in 2008. We love the...

Deedee H. – 47 Votes

I eat lunch at Manuel’s on Jokkyville Rd in Austin, Texas frequently. The food is the best Mexican food ever;...

Dianne F. – 23 Votes

Manuel’s has been our family’s go-to Mexican restaurant for so long, I can’t remember exactly what year it was. When...

Donayne S. – 46 Votes

On a February day of the Austin snowmageddon, my husband and I came to eat at Manuels. You were open!...