Guidebook for Austin
Food Scene
Halcyon
218 W 4th StWalkable Coffee shop with a good outdoor space
Awesome Patio with award winning chef. Casual but great quality. Host trivia games some nights.
152 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Sour Duck Market
1814 E Martin Luther King Jr BlvdAwesome Patio with award winning chef. Casual but great quality. Host trivia games some nights.
neighborhood coffee spot that is warm and cozy.
250 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cherrywood Coffeehouse
1400 E 38th 1/2 Stneighborhood coffee spot that is warm and cozy.
A great spot for lunch! A collection of Austin's best restaurants (with a limited menu.) I personally love the outdoor space.
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fareground
111 Congress AveA great spot for lunch! A collection of Austin's best restaurants (with a limited menu.) I personally love the outdoor space.
A great spot to grab breakfast taco's in the morning.
1075 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Torchy's Tacos
2809 S 1st StA great spot to grab breakfast taco's in the morning.
Fresh smoothie and soup spot! Lots of options for people who are seeking something healthy or have dietary issues.
133 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Soup Peddler Real Food & Juice Bar
501 W Mary StFresh smoothie and soup spot! Lots of options for people who are seeking something healthy or have dietary issues.
Best fast food burger spot in Austin in my opinion. I love the Chicken burger with secret sauce.
44 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
P. Terry's Burger Stand
8515 Burnet RdBest fast food burger spot in Austin in my opinion. I love the Chicken burger with secret sauce.
A little $$$ but the spot to go for sushi! Very innovative and they do have a happy hour that includes food.
Chef, Tyson Cole, won the James Beard Award.
https://uchikoaustin.com/chef/
309 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Uchiko
4200 N Lamar BlvdA little $$$ but the spot to go for sushi! Very innovative and they do have a happy hour that includes food.
Chef, Tyson Cole, won the James Beard Award.
https://uchikoaustin.com/chef/
Weird Austin Spot :)
Famous for the massive breakfast taco dubbed the "Don Juan."
Was on the Travel show : "Man Vs. Food!" Jaun, the owner, won an award for "Best Hand slap" in town. If you catch him there make sure to give him a five!
http://juaninamillion.com/
281 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Juan in a Million
2300 E Cesar Chavez StWeird Austin Spot :)
Famous for the massive breakfast taco dubbed the "Don Juan."
Was on the Travel show : "Man Vs. Food!" Jaun, the owner, won an award for "Best Hand slap" in town. If you catch him there make sure to give him a five!
http://juaninamillion.com/
Tex- Mex
They have a chip and queso bar at happy hour.
This is the original Chuy's but there are several locations around town.
Pro tip, everyone loves their Jalapeno Ranch, some people even dip their chips in it.
If you never experienced a Mexican martini you need to order at least one! ( hold the lid down when you shake, rookies make this mistake all the time!)
https://www.chuys.com/
412 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Chuy's
1728 Barton Springs RdTex- Mex
They have a chip and queso bar at happy hour.
This is the original Chuy's but there are several locations around town.
Pro tip, everyone loves their Jalapeno Ranch, some people even dip their chips in it.
If you never experienced a Mexican martini you need to order at least one! ( hold the lid down when you shake, rookies make this mistake all the time!)
https://www.chuys.com/
Famous BBQ spot in Austin. People make a day of grabbing a chair and sitting in line with a beer.
Bon Appétit boldly named Franklin's "The Best BBQ Restaurant in America."
https://franklinbbq.com/
919 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Franklin Barbecue
900 E 11th StFamous BBQ spot in Austin. People make a day of grabbing a chair and sitting in line with a beer.
Bon Appétit boldly named Franklin's "The Best BBQ Restaurant in America."
https://franklinbbq.com/
Mozart's has a beautiful location right on the lake. Nice to check out during winter, the Christmas lights are magical!
http://www.mozartscoffee.com/
371 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mozart's Coffee Roasters
3825 Lake Austin BlvdMozart's has a beautiful location right on the lake. Nice to check out during winter, the Christmas lights are magical!
http://www.mozartscoffee.com/
Food is ok, but the view is great. Nice in summer as it has beach vibes.
269 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hula Hut
3825 Lake Austin BlvdFood is ok, but the view is great. Nice in summer as it has beach vibes.
Local and wacky ice cream spot.
https://amysicecreams.com/
397 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Amys Ice Creams
1301 S Congress AveLocal and wacky ice cream spot.
https://amysicecreams.com/
Brewery by night, a coffee shop by day! I love this little spot and work from here often!
227 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lazarus Brewing Co.
1902 E 6th StBrewery by night, a coffee shop by day! I love this little spot and work from here often!
Best Breakfast food ( and pancakes!) in town in my opinion. Also, lots of gluten free options.
214 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Snooze an AM Eatery
1700 S Lamar BlvdBest Breakfast food ( and pancakes!) in town in my opinion. Also, lots of gluten free options.
Open late night and has awesome pancakes, even gluten-free options.
Everyone loves their Queso, you can get breakfast all day.
Pro tip : Order the Paris Texas Platter, sub pancakes and ask for queso on the eggs instead of the shredded cheese. Not healthy, super yummy.
https://kerbeylanecafe.com/menu
34 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Kerbey Lane Cafe - Mueller
2200 Aldrich StOpen late night and has awesome pancakes, even gluten-free options.
Everyone loves their Queso, you can get breakfast all day.
Pro tip : Order the Paris Texas Platter, sub pancakes and ask for queso on the eggs instead of the shredded cheese. Not healthy, super yummy.
https://kerbeylanecafe.com/menu
Wow!! Food is so good and original! Recently won one of the best restaurants in America by NYT! To top it off, the decor is amazing!
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Canje
1914 East 6th StreetWow!! Food is so good and original! Recently won one of the best restaurants in America by NYT! To top it off, the decor is amazing!
Are you a Cheese Fan? Then this is your spot! They even offer cheese-making classes, how cool is that!?!
91 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Antonelli's Cheese Shop
4220 Duval StAre you a Cheese Fan? Then this is your spot! They even offer cheese-making classes, how cool is that!?!
Drinks & Nightlife
Local spot. Expect some Texas bluegrass and two stepping. Have dance lessons 7pm Tues- Friday. Cheap whiskey.
672 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The White Horse
500 Comal StLocal spot. Expect some Texas bluegrass and two stepping. Have dance lessons 7pm Tues- Friday. Cheap whiskey.
A Dive Bar that has great soul music. Has a pool table and an intresting backyard.
188 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Skylark Lounge
2039 Airport BlvdA Dive Bar that has great soul music. Has a pool table and an intresting backyard.
This is the start of the famous Rainey Street and a good place to have the Uber Driver drop you off. This street is full of bars , food trucks and people.
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bungalow
92 Rainey StThis is the start of the famous Rainey Street and a good place to have the Uber Driver drop you off. This street is full of bars , food trucks and people.
The legendary Continental Club opened its doors in 1955 and celebrates over 60 years as one the oldest continuously running clubs in all of Austin.
815 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Continental Gallery
1313 S Congress AveThe legendary Continental Club opened its doors in 1955 and celebrates over 60 years as one the oldest continuously running clubs in all of Austin.
On Wednesday nights this is the spot to go! The Spazmatics are a fun cover band and bring out a great crowd.
32 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cedar Street Courtyard
208 W 4th StOn Wednesday nights this is the spot to go! The Spazmatics are a fun cover band and bring out a great crowd.
Beautiful space with good music if you are in the dancing mood.
73 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Cafe at Native Hostels
807 E 4th StBeautiful space with good music if you are in the dancing mood.
Super Divey Bar with the infamous "Chicken Sh*t Bingo" between 4-8 on sundays. Local spot and great music.
166 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ginny's Little Longhorn Saloon
5434 Burnet RdSuper Divey Bar with the infamous "Chicken Sh*t Bingo" between 4-8 on sundays. Local spot and great music.
Sunday Funday hot spot with an awesome band - The Nightowls- they recently won "Best new band of the year." Music starts at 4pm and the venue is outside.
60 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Icenhauer's
83 Rainey StSunday Funday hot spot with an awesome band - The Nightowls- they recently won "Best new band of the year." Music starts at 4pm and the venue is outside.
Live Jazz in a cool basement, shows begin at 9:30 pm, 7 days a week.
http://www.elephantroom.com/
224 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Elephant Room
315 Congress AveLive Jazz in a cool basement, shows begin at 9:30 pm, 7 days a week.
http://www.elephantroom.com/
My personal favorite Karaoke spot.
Really weird, divey, and your cell phone won't work as it is located under a parking garage... I think that is what makes it so great though...
98 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ego's Bar
510 S Congress AveMy personal favorite Karaoke spot.
Really weird, divey, and your cell phone won't work as it is located under a parking garage... I think that is what makes it so great though...
Beautiful bar with a great patio. This is a great date spot.
Known for their craft cocktails and food truck.
Secret mezcal bar on the second story.
This is a chill spot with nice relaxed vibes.
https://whislersatx.com/
561 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Whisler's
1816 E 6th StBeautiful bar with a great patio. This is a great date spot.
Known for their craft cocktails and food truck.
Secret mezcal bar on the second story.
This is a chill spot with nice relaxed vibes.
https://whislersatx.com/
Iconic Honkey Tonk, two-stepping bar with live Texas Country music.
I was there when Garth Brooks jumped on stage and did an unplanned show! You never know who you will see here, especially during SXSW.
https://www.brokenspokeaustintx.net/
478 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Broken Spoke
3201 S Lamar BlvdIconic Honkey Tonk, two-stepping bar with live Texas Country music.
I was there when Garth Brooks jumped on stage and did an unplanned show! You never know who you will see here, especially during SXSW.
https://www.brokenspokeaustintx.net/
Parks & Nature
Walkable from the cottage! Beautiful park with lake views, tons of trees, and spots to lay in the sun.
220 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque del Lago Mueller
4550 Mueller BlvdWalkable from the cottage! Beautiful park with lake views, tons of trees, and spots to lay in the sun.
Austin's famous natural pool right in the middle of the city! Water is clear and cold. I love to spend the day on the grassy knoll.
2454 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrAustin's famous natural pool right in the middle of the city! Water is clear and cold. I love to spend the day on the grassy knoll.
Spend the day on a paddleboard or kayak in nature but with city views.
44 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Live Love Paddle
1610 E Riverside DrSpend the day on a paddleboard or kayak in nature but with city views.
A bit of a drive into hill country, but a great way to get into nature and get some exercise. Lots of incline so can be a bit challenging.
50 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Senderos de la Naturaleza de River Place
8820 Big View DrA bit of a drive into hill country, but a great way to get into nature and get some exercise. Lots of incline so can be a bit challenging.
Beautiful park in the heart of the city.
1533 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Metropolitano Zilker
2207 Barton Springs RdBeautiful park in the heart of the city.
Sightseeing
Texas Senate
1200 Congress AveFree and full of history.
Climb Mount Bonnell about 1 hour before sunset. Lay back and watch the sun melt down over the city.
1082 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mount Bonnell
Climb Mount Bonnell about 1 hour before sunset. Lay back and watch the sun melt down over the city.
Named one of "The Greatest Places in the world" by TIME magazine. Beautiful space and brand new!
148 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Austin Central Library, Austin Public Library
710 W Cesar Chavez StNamed one of "The Greatest Places in the world" by TIME magazine. Beautiful space and brand new!
Graffiti Park that is an awesome photo opt! Good view of the city! You can even grab some spray paint and make your mark.
http://hopecampaign.org/hopeprojects/hope-outdoor-gallery/
130 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Galería al aire libre de HOPE
741 Dalton LaneGraffiti Park that is an awesome photo opt! Good view of the city! You can even grab some spray paint and make your mark.
http://hopecampaign.org/hopeprojects/hope-outdoor-gallery/
Arts & Culture
Great Child's museum close by!
Once a month, Grown-ups get their own night. During Thinkery21, they close the museum to kids and let adults, ages 21 and up, eat, drink and mingle while experiencing innovative science and art.
Present your Bank of America® or Merrill Lynch® credit or debit card and a picture ID on the first full weekend of every month for one free general admission.
On Weds nights they have Community Night from 4 – 8 pm admission is free, donations are welcome.
https://thinkeryaustin.org/
272 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Thinkery
1830 Simond AveGreat Child's museum close by!
Once a month, Grown-ups get their own night. During Thinkery21, they close the museum to kids and let adults, ages 21 and up, eat, drink and mingle while experiencing innovative science and art.
Present your Bank of America® or Merrill Lynch® credit or debit card and a picture ID on the first full weekend of every month for one free general admission.
On Weds nights they have Community Night from 4 – 8 pm admission is free, donations are welcome.
https://thinkeryaustin.org/
Art museum with interesting architecture and often times has cool events.
Present your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card and a picture ID on the first full weekend of every month for one free general admission.
https://blantonmuseum.org/
644 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
El Museo de Arte Blanton
200 East Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardArt museum with interesting architecture and often times has cool events.
Present your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card and a picture ID on the first full weekend of every month for one free general admission.
https://blantonmuseum.org/
Museum of Texas History (stop by the capitol to check it out since it’s so close!)
Open to the public from 7am – 10pm on weekdays and 9am-8pm on weekends)
Has cool IMAX theater that often features new releases.
https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/visit/see-films
https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/
593 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo de Historia del Estado de Texas Bullock
1800 Congress AveMuseum of Texas History (stop by the capitol to check it out since it’s so close!)
Open to the public from 7am – 10pm on weekdays and 9am-8pm on weekends)
Has cool IMAX theater that often features new releases.
https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/visit/see-films
https://www.thestoryoftexas.com/
Described as "Austin’s creative hub for DIY crafting, workshops, and events...
Located on Springdale, CRAFT has all of the tools and materials you’ll need to unleash your inner creativity. Bring your friends and enjoy a beer or glass of wine while learning a new skill or creating something special. When you’re done, we’ll clean up the mess! Grown-ups only."
This place is awesome for exploring your creative side! I believe it is BYOB, you may want to call and double check.
They have lots of interesting classes so check out the calendar.
No kids allowed. Fun date spot.
http://madeatcraft.com/
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
CRAFT
916 Springdale RoadDescribed as "Austin’s creative hub for DIY crafting, workshops, and events...
Located on Springdale, CRAFT has all of the tools and materials you’ll need to unleash your inner creativity. Bring your friends and enjoy a beer or glass of wine while learning a new skill or creating something special. When you’re done, we’ll clean up the mess! Grown-ups only."
This place is awesome for exploring your creative side! I believe it is BYOB, you may want to call and double check.
They have lots of interesting classes so check out the calendar.
No kids allowed. Fun date spot.
http://madeatcraft.com/
Entertainment & Activities
Movie Theather with comfy chairs, food, and drinks! They often hav quirky fun events like Movie "Quote-a-longs"
220 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Mueller
1911 Aldrich StMovie Theather with comfy chairs, food, and drinks! They often hav quirky fun events like Movie "Quote-a-longs"
Want to do something different, check out Ax throwing!
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Urban Axes Austin
812 Airport BlvdWant to do something different, check out Ax throwing!
Divey, different, and fun! It has the largest Pinball collection in Texas and it is BYOB! Open till 2 am on the weekends.
60 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pinballz Arcade
8940 Research BlvdDivey, different, and fun! It has the largest Pinball collection in Texas and it is BYOB! Open till 2 am on the weekends.
A cool little date spot if you are looking for a chill night and an old movie. This is a drive in so obviously will only work if you rented a car. Glad to lend blankets upon request.
45 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Blue Starlite Mini Urban Drive-in
2015 E M. Franklin AveA cool little date spot if you are looking for a chill night and an old movie. This is a drive in so obviously will only work if you rented a car. Glad to lend blankets upon request.
Essentials
You are super close ( I walk all the time ) to the #1 HEB ( grocery store chain that us Texans love) in the state! The store was even recognized by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) as one of the top 10 most sustainable architecture projects of 2016.
They have an awesome little cafe with live music on Friday, Saturday, and Sundays. And Happy hour is 3-7pm during the week 5-close on Sundays. More info here:
https://www.heb.com/static-page/Cafe-Mueller-by-H-E-B
1667 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
H-E-B
5808 Burnet RdYou are super close ( I walk all the time ) to the #1 HEB ( grocery store chain that us Texans love) in the state! The store was even recognized by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) as one of the top 10 most sustainable architecture projects of 2016.
They have an awesome little cafe with live music on Friday, Saturday, and Sundays. And Happy hour is 3-7pm during the week 5-close on Sundays. More info here:
https://www.heb.com/static-page/Cafe-Mueller-by-H-E-B
Check out the Flagship Wholefood store! Good spot to go if you are not sure what you want to eat. Tons of variety.
They often times have events ( like free yoga!) on the rooftop. In the winter they transform the rooftop to an iceskating ring.
1332 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Whole Foods Market
525 N Lamar BlvdCheck out the Flagship Wholefood store! Good spot to go if you are not sure what you want to eat. Tons of variety.
They often times have events ( like free yoga!) on the rooftop. In the winter they transform the rooftop to an iceskating ring.