Guidebook for Austin
Food Scene
We love this affordable yet amazing French cafe! We recommend going for brunch and ordering their fantastic $2 mimosas (pomegranate is my personal favorite), the blueberry blintzes, and the Parisian sandwich with dill cream cheese. They also have delicious salads and vegetarian options. Top off your meal with a perfect cappuccino or their fluffy macarons.
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Blue Dahlia Bistro
1115 E 11th StWe love this affordable yet amazing French cafe! We recommend going for brunch and ordering their fantastic $2 mimosas (pomegranate is my personal favorite), the blueberry blintzes, and the Parisian sandwich with dill cream cheese. They also have delicious salads and vegetarian options. Top off your meal with a perfect cappuccino or their fluffy macarons.
Enjoy the quirky yet tasteful ambiance of this old pharmacy turned restaurant! We recommend going from 3pm - 6pm to capitalize on their awesome happy hour deals. Order the peel-n-eat shrimp and mac n' cheese to start, along with their spicy grapefruit margarita. Their hillside burger is also quite delicious for those with a larger appetite!
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Hillside Farmacy
1209 E 11th StEnjoy the quirky yet tasteful ambiance of this old pharmacy turned restaurant! We recommend going from 3pm - 6pm to capitalize on their awesome happy hour deals. Order the peel-n-eat shrimp and mac n' cheese to start, along with their spicy grapefruit margarita. Their hillside burger is also quite delicious for those with a larger appetite!
Don't let this hole-in-the-wall restaurant and bar fool you! Their sandwiches and hoagies are some of the best in town! .We recommend ordering the bacchaus or the 7 deadly sin. You can't go to Gourmand's without also getting their broccoli cheddar soup bread bowl! The bread is unbelievably soft and doughy. YUM. Their bloody marys are tasty and almost a meal in and of themselves.
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Gourmands
2316 Webberville RdDon't let this hole-in-the-wall restaurant and bar fool you! Their sandwiches and hoagies are some of the best in town! .We recommend ordering the bacchaus or the 7 deadly sin. You can't go to Gourmand's without also getting their broccoli cheddar soup bread bowl! The bread is unbelievably soft and doughy. YUM. Their bloody marys are tasty and almost a meal in and of themselves.
Head over to this funky American bistro for happy hour from 4:30pm - 6:30pm! Make sure you order the creamy deviled eggs, duck fat fries, and crispy brussel sprouts. Their honey drizzled fried chicken is also a winner. Top off your meal with a frozen blanche margarita, or one of the many other fantastic craft cocktails on the menu!
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Salty Sow
1917 Manor RdHead over to this funky American bistro for happy hour from 4:30pm - 6:30pm! Make sure you order the creamy deviled eggs, duck fat fries, and crispy brussel sprouts. Their honey drizzled fried chicken is also a winner. Top off your meal with a frozen blanche margarita, or one of the many other fantastic craft cocktails on the menu!
Craving one of the best brunches of your life? Drive a little further to Snooze to get creative takes on your favorite eggs benedict and brunch foods. Be prepared for a long wait. However, we believe it's worth it!
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Snooze an AM Eatery
1700 S Lamar BlvdCraving one of the best brunches of your life? Drive a little further to Snooze to get creative takes on your favorite eggs benedict and brunch foods. Be prepared for a long wait. However, we believe it's worth it!
Head just east of I-35 to this tinyJapanese cafe. They make everything from scratch, in-house, MSG free, and low salt/sugar. Make sure you order their garden handroll one of their bowls with rice medallions!
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Koriente
621 E 7th StHead just east of I-35 to this tinyJapanese cafe. They make everything from scratch, in-house, MSG free, and low salt/sugar. Make sure you order their garden handroll one of their bowls with rice medallions!
You can't come to Austin without going to the iconic Torchy's Tacos. They have a huge menu of uniquely crafted tacos that are always interesting and never disappoint. Some of our personal favorites are The Brushfire, the Mr. Orange, the Baja Shrimp, and the Trailer Park ('make it trashy' and add queso!). Make sure you also order a side of queso and chips for the table and check out their 'Taco of the Month'!
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Torchy's Tacos
2809 S 1st StYou can't come to Austin without going to the iconic Torchy's Tacos. They have a huge menu of uniquely crafted tacos that are always interesting and never disappoint. Some of our personal favorites are The Brushfire, the Mr. Orange, the Baja Shrimp, and the Trailer Park ('make it trashy' and add queso!). Make sure you also order a side of queso and chips for the table and check out their 'Taco of the Month'!
The specialty grocery store, turned cafe, turned coffee shop is a quick stop for all your needs (hence the name). They have some of the best coffee on the east side. You have to try their reasonably priced and uniquely flavored cold brew iced coffee!
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Quickie Pickie
2027 E Cesar Chavez StThe specialty grocery store, turned cafe, turned coffee shop is a quick stop for all your needs (hence the name). They have some of the best coffee on the east side. You have to try their reasonably priced and uniquely flavored cold brew iced coffee!
Just down the road on Chicon St. is Figure 8. If you go there, get a cappuccino. You will thank me later.
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Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors
1111 Chicon StJust down the road on Chicon St. is Figure 8. If you go there, get a cappuccino. You will thank me later.
Cool, industrial ambiance and great coffee! Try the nitro cold brew-- it's really flavorful and smooth!
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Cuvee Coffee Bar
2000 E 6th StCool, industrial ambiance and great coffee! Try the nitro cold brew-- it's really flavorful and smooth!
YUM. Terry Black's BBQ (not to be confused with Black's BBQ-- it's a long story), is one of the best BBQ joints around. Make sure you try the lean brisket, sausage, and smoked turkey. Don't forget your side of mac n' cheese. Top it off with banana pudding! There is usually a long line, so consult google for the lowest traffic times to go.
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Terry Black's Barbecue
1003 Barton Springs RdYUM. Terry Black's BBQ (not to be confused with Black's BBQ-- it's a long story), is one of the best BBQ joints around. Make sure you try the lean brisket, sausage, and smoked turkey. Don't forget your side of mac n' cheese. Top it off with banana pudding! There is usually a long line, so consult google for the lowest traffic times to go.
Just down the street from us is another amazing BBQ option. Some people consider this the best BBQ in all of Austin! Again-- the lines are long, so try to go during off hours and when the weather is nice (you will be sitting outside).
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Micklethwait Craft Meats
1309 Rosewood AveJust down the street from us is another amazing BBQ option. Some people consider this the best BBQ in all of Austin! Again-- the lines are long, so try to go during off hours and when the weather is nice (you will be sitting outside).
Just one block away, Rockstar Bagels is a quick and tasty option for breakfast or lunch. It's only open until 2pm, so go while you can. We suggest ordering a bagel sandwich. My personal favorite turkey club with cream cheese!
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Rockstar Bagels
1900 Rosewood AveJust one block away, Rockstar Bagels is a quick and tasty option for breakfast or lunch. It's only open until 2pm, so go while you can. We suggest ordering a bagel sandwich. My personal favorite turkey club with cream cheese!
Thin crust specialty pizzas that will definitely satisfy your craving!
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East Side Pies
1401 Rosewood AveThin crust specialty pizzas that will definitely satisfy your craving!
Inside the butterfly bar, this pasta food truck boasts offering fresh hand-made pasta daily with wonderful sauce options! Make sure you add a meatball into the mix :).
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Patrizi's
2307 Manor RdInside the butterfly bar, this pasta food truck boasts offering fresh hand-made pasta daily with wonderful sauce options! Make sure you add a meatball into the mix :).
Drinks & Nightlife
We like to go here for affordable and amazing happy hour drinks from 5pm - 7pm. Order the El Rey for a new take on tequila, the Greengo for refreshing cucumber, or the tart strawberry margarita. All of their cocktails are well-balanced, so you really can't go wrong with anything you order. If you find yourself craving a snack, we recommend the brussel sprouts, green beans, ceviche, and grilled cabbage salad.
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The Hightower
1209 E 7th StWe like to go here for affordable and amazing happy hour drinks from 5pm - 7pm. Order the El Rey for a new take on tequila, the Greengo for refreshing cucumber, or the tart strawberry margarita. All of their cocktails are well-balanced, so you really can't go wrong with anything you order. If you find yourself craving a snack, we recommend the brussel sprouts, green beans, ceviche, and grilled cabbage salad.
Looking for an energetic night out on the town? Known for its hipster scene and eclectic mix of people, Volstead Lounge provides the opportunity to dance to your favorite 90s music or hang outside on their large back patio. If you are craving a midnight snack, head over to one of the many food truck parks n the surrounding area.
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The Volstead Lounge
1500 E 6th StLooking for an energetic night out on the town? Known for its hipster scene and eclectic mix of people, Volstead Lounge provides the opportunity to dance to your favorite 90s music or hang outside on their large back patio. If you are craving a midnight snack, head over to one of the many food truck parks n the surrounding area.
With some of the best live jazz in town, head over to the cozy Elephant Room. Make sure you order a cocktail while you are there and sign a dollar bill to tape to their wall (you'll understand once you are there ;) )
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Elephant Room
315 Congress AveWith some of the best live jazz in town, head over to the cozy Elephant Room. Make sure you order a cocktail while you are there and sign a dollar bill to tape to their wall (you'll understand once you are there ;) )
Head over to the eccentric King Bee's lounge. Be sure to order the Bee's Knees frozen drink and amazing specialty pizzas. If you're lucky, you may also get to hear some live jazz music!
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King Bee Lounge
1906 E 12th StHead over to the eccentric King Bee's lounge. Be sure to order the Bee's Knees frozen drink and amazing specialty pizzas. If you're lucky, you may also get to hear some live jazz music!
Craving some music that'll get you off your feet and dancing? Head over to Skylark Lounge to get your groove (and possibly booze) on. Their live music never disappoints!
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Skylark Lounge
2039 Airport BlvdCraving some music that'll get you off your feet and dancing? Head over to Skylark Lounge to get your groove (and possibly booze) on. Their live music never disappoints!
Wonderful, industrial ambiance with great beer and KILLER authentic tacos. Make sure you get the al pastor and add some crema!
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Lazarus Brewing Co.
1902 E 6th StWonderful, industrial ambiance with great beer and KILLER authentic tacos. Make sure you get the al pastor and add some crema!
Parks & Nature
Zilker Park is a dog lover's dream! Head over to this vast open park to walk around and watch dogs catch frisbees.
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Zilker Metropolitan Park
2207 Barton Springs RdZilker Park is a dog lover's dream! Head over to this vast open park to walk around and watch dogs catch frisbees.
Even though its uncomfortably hot in Texas, Barton Springs remains at a cool 70 degrees. Get there early to make sure you don't have to wait in line!
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Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrEven though its uncomfortably hot in Texas, Barton Springs remains at a cool 70 degrees. Get there early to make sure you don't have to wait in line!
Take a stroll around Ladybird Lake or go kayaking/SUPing for the day and appreciate the downtown and Barton Spring views. For kayak and SUP rentals, check out Texas Rowing Center or Congress Avenue Kayaks.
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Lady Bird Lake
Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike TrailTake a stroll around Ladybird Lake or go kayaking/SUPing for the day and appreciate the downtown and Barton Spring views. For kayak and SUP rentals, check out Texas Rowing Center or Congress Avenue Kayaks.
Arts & Culture
The Blanton has a wonderful collection of both contemporary and traditional art that dates back to the 1300s. Be sure to stop and check out Ellsworth Kelly's last project-- his stained glass dome building.
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Blanton Listasafn
200 East Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardThe Blanton has a wonderful collection of both contemporary and traditional art that dates back to the 1300s. Be sure to stop and check out Ellsworth Kelly's last project-- his stained glass dome building.
The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center
700 Congress AveEntertainment & Activities
Head to the intimate Coldtowne Theatre for the best improv comedy in town! We would highly recommend attending the Friday night show with Loverboy. BYOB, or buy your wine and beer by donation only.
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ColdTowne Theater
1700 East 2nd StreetHead to the intimate Coldtowne Theatre for the best improv comedy in town! We would highly recommend attending the Friday night show with Loverboy. BYOB, or buy your wine and beer by donation only.
Shopping
Shop around the eclectic mix of stores and then stop for a bite to eat at Perla's Seafood or Guerro's Tex-Mex on South Congress Avenue. Make sure you take a picture in front of the iconic "I love you so much" mural next to Jo's cofeehouse!
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South Congress Avenue
South Congress AvenueShop around the eclectic mix of stores and then stop for a bite to eat at Perla's Seafood or Guerro's Tex-Mex on South Congress Avenue. Make sure you take a picture in front of the iconic "I love you so much" mural next to Jo's cofeehouse!