Zilker, Austin · restaurant
Built into a natural rock formation with stone staircases, waterfalls, and dense tropical greenery, El Alma rises through multiple levels to a rooftop patio with one of the better skyline views in Austin. The contemporary Mexican menu leans heavily on Texas ingredients—redfish, quail, lamb—while the margarita list runs deep, with the serrano-spiked Flaquita as the reliable opening move.