Guidebook for Austin

Diana
Guidebook for Austin

Food Scene

An authentic taqueria within walking distance of our house. Some of the best breakfast tacos (on homemade tortillas) and delicious caldo in Austin. http://www.yelp.com/biz/vazquez-restaurant-austin
Vazquez #3 Restaurant
13729 Research Boulevard
An authentic taqueria within walking distance of our house. Some of the best breakfast tacos (on homemade tortillas) and delicious caldo in Austin. http://www.yelp.com/biz/vazquez-restaurant-austin
One of our favorite sushi places. They have great happy hour specials everyday and all day on Sunday! http://www.xianfresh.com/ Their noodles are very tasty and made fresh to order!
Xian Sushi and Noodle
13201 Ranch Rd 620 N
One of our favorite sushi places. They have great happy hour specials everyday and all day on Sunday! http://www.xianfresh.com/ Their noodles are very tasty and made fresh to order!
An authentic Mexican restaurant within walking distance of our house. They have great daily drink specials. Try their carne guisada or fajitas. Laid back atmosphere. http://www.losreyestexas.com/
Los Reyes Mexican Grill
An authentic Mexican restaurant within walking distance of our house. They have great daily drink specials. Try their carne guisada or fajitas. Laid back atmosphere. http://www.losreyestexas.com/
A local Austin sandwich and sub shop. They make their bread fresh everyday and give back to the community. We recommend the Austin Club & Texas Tuna http://www.yelp.com/biz/thundercloud-subs-austin-8
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
ThunderCloud Subs
700 E Whitestone Blvd
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A local Austin sandwich and sub shop. They make their bread fresh everyday and give back to the community. We recommend the Austin Club & Texas Tuna http://www.yelp.com/biz/thundercloud-subs-austin-8
Upscale seafood and steak dining at reasonable prices. Great service, and a great location. Everything on the menu is fresh and they have rotating daily specials. Their happy hour is simply amazing
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Freda's Seafood Grille
10903 Pecan Park Blvd
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Upscale seafood and steak dining at reasonable prices. Great service, and a great location. Everything on the menu is fresh and they have rotating daily specials. Their happy hour is simply amazing
A local hole in the wall burger joint with a great atmosphere. The have an amazingly delicious bun, that they top that with quality meats and fresh burger fixins. http://mooniesburgerhouse.com/
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Moonie's Burger House - Anderson Mill
13450 Research Blvd
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A local hole in the wall burger joint with a great atmosphere. The have an amazingly delicious bun, that they top that with quality meats and fresh burger fixins. http://mooniesburgerhouse.com/
Great place for a happy hour or an intimate dinner. The menu is constantly being updated and features local Texas products (produce and meat). Top notch bar and service. http://www.foxholeaustin.com
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Foxhole Culinary Tavern
13995 US-183
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Great place for a happy hour or an intimate dinner. The menu is constantly being updated and features local Texas products (produce and meat). Top notch bar and service. http://www.foxholeaustin.com
Quintessential late night dining (they're open 24/7). Breakfast is served all the time; their pancakes are divine. Be sure to try the cowboy queso. Your journey to Austin must include a stop here.
104 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Kerbey Lane Cafe - Southwest
4301 W William Cannon Dr
104 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Quintessential late night dining (they're open 24/7). Breakfast is served all the time; their pancakes are divine. Be sure to try the cowboy queso. Your journey to Austin must include a stop here.
You can't come to Austin without experiencing some breakfast tacos! Torchy's tacos are some of the tastiest!
1075 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Torchy's Tacos
2809 S 1st St
1075 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
You can't come to Austin without experiencing some breakfast tacos! Torchy's tacos are some of the tastiest!
Their happy hour (4:30-6:30 every day!) offers some delicious signature drinks, fantastic fried chicken, tacos, and veggies. It's affordable, head to tail, divine dining! http://www.saltysow.com/
381 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Salty Sow
1917 Manor Rd
381 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Their happy hour (4:30-6:30 every day!) offers some delicious signature drinks, fantastic fried chicken, tacos, and veggies. It's affordable, head to tail, divine dining! http://www.saltysow.com/
A great authentic, local restaurant. Most everything is grown in their garden out back. Take a tour of the garden before or after your meal. The food really can't be beat!
160 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Eastside Café
2113 Manor Rd
160 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A great authentic, local restaurant. Most everything is grown in their garden out back. Take a tour of the garden before or after your meal. The food really can't be beat!
One of the Best Pizza places in Austin. Local, fresh, tasty ingredients in some wild and imaginative pizza combinations, all on a cracker thin crust that is amazing. Some of the best pizza around.
321 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
East Side Pies
1401 Rosewood Ave
321 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
One of the Best Pizza places in Austin. Local, fresh, tasty ingredients in some wild and imaginative pizza combinations, all on a cracker thin crust that is amazing. Some of the best pizza around.
A great little Taco stand with classic Tex-Mex taco combinations. Great for outdoor dining. Their fish tacos, puffy tacos, and barbacoa soup are delicious. Be sure to try one of their aguas frescas.
302 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
El Chilito
2219 Manor Rd
302 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A great little Taco stand with classic Tex-Mex taco combinations. Great for outdoor dining. Their fish tacos, puffy tacos, and barbacoa soup are delicious. Be sure to try one of their aguas frescas.
You can't come to Austin without trying some BBQ. We used to live across the street and ate here way too often. The pork ribs are amazing. Be sure to let them know it's your first time visiting! =]
57 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q
7709 Ranch Rd 620
57 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
You can't come to Austin without trying some BBQ. We used to live across the street and ate here way too often. The pork ribs are amazing. Be sure to let them know it's your first time visiting! =]
One of our favorite brunch spots in all of Austin. They have a great happy hour with half off cheese and meat boards. Everything on the menu is amazing. Be sure to ask for a seat in the back patio.
351 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Blue Dahlia Bistro
1115 E 11th St
351 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
One of our favorite brunch spots in all of Austin. They have a great happy hour with half off cheese and meat boards. Everything on the menu is amazing. Be sure to ask for a seat in the back patio.
Authentic reasonably priced Mexican food done right. Their Texan breakfast special is wonderful. They also have breakfast taco specials before 10:30AM each day. A great place to start your day.
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Taqueria Guadalajara
9207 N Lamar Blvd
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Authentic reasonably priced Mexican food done right. Their Texan breakfast special is wonderful. They also have breakfast taco specials before 10:30AM each day. A great place to start your day.
Craft your own personal pizza with unlimited toppings and so many amazing choices all for $7. The quality and value can't be beat. The ingredients are always fresh, and the service is amazing.
Mi Pizza
6001 W Parmer Ln
Craft your own personal pizza with unlimited toppings and so many amazing choices all for $7. The quality and value can't be beat. The ingredients are always fresh, and the service is amazing.
A local Austin chain that takes Berlin inspired street food and gives it a Texas twist. Be sure to try the lamb/beef Doner kebap and load up on veggies, toppings, and sauces (spicy red is our fave).
49 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Daphne's Mediterranean
1801 E 51st St
49 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A local Austin chain that takes Berlin inspired street food and gives it a Texas twist. Be sure to try the lamb/beef Doner kebap and load up on veggies, toppings, and sauces (spicy red is our fave).
A cookie delivery company founded here in Austin. They have the hands down best cookies in the world. Drop in for a Tiff-wich (Blue Bell ice cream paired between two of their delicious cookies).
29 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Tiff's Treats Cookie Delivery
1806 Nueces St
29 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A cookie delivery company founded here in Austin. They have the hands down best cookies in the world. Drop in for a Tiff-wich (Blue Bell ice cream paired between two of their delicious cookies).
Some of the best burgers in Austin (consistently voted by the Austin Chronicle). We're regulars, and you can find us here most Wednesday nights for the 2 for 1 burger special, which can't be beat.
32 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hut's Hamburgers
807 W 6th St
32 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Some of the best burgers in Austin (consistently voted by the Austin Chronicle). We're regulars, and you can find us here most Wednesday nights for the 2 for 1 burger special, which can't be beat.
Hands down some of the best Authentic Mexican food in town. They have an amazing build it how you want it breakfast taco ordering system. Housed in a cute old house the service and food are amazing.
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Cocina de Consuelo
4516 Burnet Rd
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hands down some of the best Authentic Mexican food in town. They have an amazing build it how you want it breakfast taco ordering system. Housed in a cute old house the service and food are amazing.
A local Austin chain that takes Berlin inspired street food and gives it a Texas twist. Be sure to try the lamb/beef Doner kebap and load up on veggies, toppings, and sauces (spicy red is our fave).
49 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Daphne's Mediterranean
1801 E 51st St
49 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A local Austin chain that takes Berlin inspired street food and gives it a Texas twist. Be sure to try the lamb/beef Doner kebap and load up on veggies, toppings, and sauces (spicy red is our fave).
A local Austin chain that takes Berlin inspired street food and gives it a Texas twist. Be sure to try the lamb/beef Doner kebap and load up on veggies, toppings, and sauces (spicy red is our fave).
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
VERTS Mediterranean Grill
1500 S Lamar Blvd
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A local Austin chain that takes Berlin inspired street food and gives it a Texas twist. Be sure to try the lamb/beef Doner kebap and load up on veggies, toppings, and sauces (spicy red is our fave).
Craft tacos on tortillas made from scratch. Incredible mouth watering combinations. Their blue plate specials are amazing. Keep in mind that the salsa bar has some very HOT sauces. Always great!
45 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Tacodeli Gracy Farms
12001 Burnet Rd
45 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Craft tacos on tortillas made from scratch. Incredible mouth watering combinations. Their blue plate specials are amazing. Keep in mind that the salsa bar has some very HOT sauces. Always great!
A local hole in the wall burger joint with a great atmosphere. The have an amazingly delicious bun, that they top that with quality meats and fresh burger fixins. http://mooniesburgerhouse.com/
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Moonie's Burger House
200 S Bell Blvd
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A local hole in the wall burger joint with a great atmosphere. The have an amazingly delicious bun, that they top that with quality meats and fresh burger fixins. http://mooniesburgerhouse.com/
A quality sandwich sandwich shop that originated in Austin. This location is easily within walking distance of our house. Their bread is made fresh daily. Try "The Original" or any of their others.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Schlotzsky's
6301 W Parmer Ln
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A quality sandwich sandwich shop that originated in Austin. This location is easily within walking distance of our house. Their bread is made fresh daily. Try "The Original" or any of their others.
A great breakfast spot, open early every morning (5:30AM) until mid-afternoon (2:30PM). They have a wide variety of delicious kolaches (both sweet and savory). http://www.lonestarkolaches.com/
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lone Star Kolaches
2210 W Anderson Ln
15 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A great breakfast spot, open early every morning (5:30AM) until mid-afternoon (2:30PM). They have a wide variety of delicious kolaches (both sweet and savory). http://www.lonestarkolaches.com/
One of the best places to get Pho and Vietnamese cuisine in Austin (one of 2 locations). Always fresh, high quality, and great service. The pho, vermicelli bowls, and spring rolls can't be beat.
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pho Dan
11220 N Lamar Blvd
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
One of the best places to get Pho and Vietnamese cuisine in Austin (one of 2 locations). Always fresh, high quality, and great service. The pho, vermicelli bowls, and spring rolls can't be beat.
One of the best places to get Pho and Vietnamese cuisine in Austin (one of 2 locations). Always fresh, high quality, and great service. The pho, vermicelli bowls, and spring rolls can't be beat.
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pho Dan
11220 N Lamar Blvd
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
One of the best places to get Pho and Vietnamese cuisine in Austin (one of 2 locations). Always fresh, high quality, and great service. The pho, vermicelli bowls, and spring rolls can't be beat.
One of our FAVORITE dessert places in Austin. It's a whole new take on shaved ice, with as many toppings as you want. You must try it! It is SO delicious!!! http://www.thesnowmonster.com/
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
SnoMo
11220 N Lamar Blvd
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
One of our FAVORITE dessert places in Austin. It's a whole new take on shaved ice, with as many toppings as you want. You must try it! It is SO delicious!!! http://www.thesnowmonster.com/
An Austin original Tex-Mex joint. They have rotating daily specials. Mondays is 2 for 1 enchilada night! Try their mango or prickly-pear margaritas. The stuffed avocado is also a favorite!
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Serranos Cocina y Cantina - Lakeline
11100 Pecan Park Blvd
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
An Austin original Tex-Mex joint. They have rotating daily specials. Mondays is 2 for 1 enchilada night! Try their mango or prickly-pear margaritas. The stuffed avocado is also a favorite!
An Austin-original Tex-Mex joint that has now expanded across the country. Each location is unique in decor, but the food is always amazing!
412 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Chuy's
1728 Barton Springs Rd
412 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
An Austin-original Tex-Mex joint that has now expanded across the country. Each location is unique in decor, but the food is always amazing!
An Austin-original Tex-Mex joint that features El-Paso inspired dishes. Daily specials, including $0.99 Taco Monday & 2-for-1 Fajita Wednesdays. Great service, and a great atmosphere!
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Texican Cafe
11066 Pecan Park Blvd
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
An Austin-original Tex-Mex joint that features El-Paso inspired dishes. Daily specials, including $0.99 Taco Monday & 2-for-1 Fajita Wednesdays. Great service, and a great atmosphere!
Amazing food at an amazing location built around a giant live oak tree. Happy hour from 5-6:30 on weekdays. Great place to sit out on the patio or sit inside for a more intimate dining experience.
64 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Olive & June
3411 Glenview Ave
64 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Amazing food at an amazing location built around a giant live oak tree. Happy hour from 5-6:30 on weekdays. Great place to sit out on the patio or sit inside for a more intimate dining experience.
One of the best brunch (buffet style) spots in town. Where else can you get craft BBQ style food with your eggs? They also have happy hour specials from 5-7pm 7 days a week. Try them for dinner too!
154 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lamberts
401 W 2nd St
154 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
One of the best brunch (buffet style) spots in town. Where else can you get craft BBQ style food with your eggs? They also have happy hour specials from 5-7pm 7 days a week. Try them for dinner too!
Coffeehouse chain serving a variety of beverages including its signature ice-blended options.
30 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
13376 US-183
30 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Coffeehouse chain serving a variety of beverages including its signature ice-blended options.
Joel's is a laid-back coffee bar offering specialty java & espresso drinks, plus gourmet truffles & T-shirts. They have great WiFi. Great atmosphere and great coffee!
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Joels Coffee
11301 Lakeline Blvd
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Joel's is a laid-back coffee bar offering specialty java & espresso drinks, plus gourmet truffles & T-shirts. They have great WiFi. Great atmosphere and great coffee!
Austin wouldn't be Austin without Threadgill's This Austin classic has great southern cooking and live music. Their Sunday brunch can not be beat. Their chicken friend steak is world famous!
28 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Threadgill's
6416 N Lamar Blvd
28 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Austin wouldn't be Austin without Threadgill's This Austin classic has great southern cooking and live music. Their Sunday brunch can not be beat. Their chicken friend steak is world famous!
Believe the HYPE! This BBQ is some of the best in the world. Only open at lunch: 11AM-sold out Tues-Sun (closed Mondays) Arrive several (3-4) hours early to wait in line; it's an experience.
919 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Franklin Barbecue
900 E 11th St
919 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Believe the HYPE! This BBQ is some of the best in the world. Only open at lunch: 11AM-sold out Tues-Sun (closed Mondays) Arrive several (3-4) hours early to wait in line; it's an experience.
A farm-to-table slant specializing in smoked meats and fresh bread applies to big breakfast & lunch in casual, counter-service digs with a patio. These are the BEST sandwiches in Austin!
47 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Noble Sandwich Co.
4805 Burnet Rd
47 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A farm-to-table slant specializing in smoked meats and fresh bread applies to big breakfast & lunch in casual, counter-service digs with a patio. These are the BEST sandwiches in Austin!

Essentials

HEB is a Texas based grocery store. There is a HUGE selection in this massive store. The are usually free samples during the days. This location also features a cafe and has a wide selection.
41 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
H-E-B plus!
14028 US-183
41 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
HEB is a Texas based grocery store. There is a HUGE selection in this massive store. The are usually free samples during the days. This location also features a cafe and has a wide selection.
The closest Whole Foods to our house, this location features a Ramen bar,several cafes, and a wide variety and selection of food. Always a good place to go for a variety of fresh and healthy food.
1332 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Whole Foods Market
525 N Lamar Blvd
1332 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The closest Whole Foods to our house, this location features a Ramen bar,several cafes, and a wide variety and selection of food. Always a good place to go for a variety of fresh and healthy food.

Arts & Culture

Perhaps we're biased, but we think Austin founded and owned Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas are THE ONLY way to enjoy a movie these days. The best place for dinner, drinks, & movies. http://drafthouse.com
70 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Lakeline
14028 US-183
70 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Perhaps we're biased, but we think Austin founded and owned Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas are THE ONLY way to enjoy a movie these days. The best place for dinner, drinks, & movies. http://drafthouse.com
This used to be an Alamo Drafthouse theater, but it's now a 7-screen second-run theater with low ticket prices, including bargain matinees. $2 matinees, $3 evenings. www.southwesttheaters.com
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Southwest Theaters Lake Creek 7
13729 Research Blvd
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This used to be an Alamo Drafthouse theater, but it's now a 7-screen second-run theater with low ticket prices, including bargain matinees. $2 matinees, $3 evenings. www.southwesttheaters.com
On permanent display is one of the five Gutenberg bibles in the United States and the world’s very first photograph. However, that is only the tip of the very impressive iceberg. Free admission.
127 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Harry Ransom Center
300 W 21st St
127 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
On permanent display is one of the five Gutenberg bibles in the United States and the world’s very first photograph. However, that is only the tip of the very impressive iceberg. Free admission.
The Blanton carries over 17,000 works in its permanent collection. It is also famous for hosting some of the most interesting exhibitions. It has something for everyone. Free admission on Thursdays!
644 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
El Museo de Arte Blanton
200 East Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
644 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Blanton carries over 17,000 works in its permanent collection. It is also famous for hosting some of the most interesting exhibitions. It has something for everyone. Free admission on Thursdays!

Shopping

The Domain is Austin's outdoor boutique mall with delicious restaurants, cozy retail, and frequent artisan expos. There are both major retailers and local shops. All the shops are dog friendly too!
768 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Domain
11410 Century Oaks Terrace
768 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Domain is Austin's outdoor boutique mall with delicious restaurants, cozy retail, and frequent artisan expos. There are both major retailers and local shops. All the shops are dog friendly too!
The closest big-box store, easily within walking distance of our house.
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Walmart Supercenter
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The closest big-box store, easily within walking distance of our house.
Groceries and shopping. This location has a Starbucks, pharmacy and optical department (one of our neighbor's is the doctor). This is a huge, clean, and well-kept store with a bit of everything!
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Target
10900 Lakeline Mall Dr
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Groceries and shopping. This location has a Starbucks, pharmacy and optical department (one of our neighbor's is the doctor). This is a huge, clean, and well-kept store with a bit of everything!
Stores and shopping. Major anchors of Sears, Dillards, JC Penny, Macy's, with lots of the other typical mall retailers. There is also a Food Court and movie theater. Fairly nice and well kept!
81 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lakeline Mall
11200 Lakeline Mall Dr
81 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Stores and shopping. Major anchors of Sears, Dillards, JC Penny, Macy's, with lots of the other typical mall retailers. There is also a Food Court and movie theater. Fairly nice and well kept!

Sightseeing

March - November of each year, large groups of locals and tourists visit bats in Austin, Texas. Each night from 6PM - 9PM, bat enthusiasts and watchers stake out lookout spots on the Congress bridge.
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Statesman Bat Observation Center
305 S Congress Ave
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March - November of each year, large groups of locals and tourists visit bats in Austin, Texas. Each night from 6PM - 9PM, bat enthusiasts and watchers stake out lookout spots on the Congress bridge.
Food trailers, funky shops, & a spirited atmosphere typify this trendy neighborhood dedicated to keeping Austin weird. Directly across the lake from Downtown, SoCo brims with things to experience!
650 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
South Congress
650 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Food trailers, funky shops, & a spirited atmosphere typify this trendy neighborhood dedicated to keeping Austin weird. Directly across the lake from Downtown, SoCo brims with things to experience!
This is one of Austin's main attractions. Barton Springs is fed from a natural spring, keeping the water cool year round. A great place to hang out and spend a hot summer afternoon.
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Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton Dr
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This is one of Austin's main attractions. Barton Springs is fed from a natural spring, keeping the water cool year round. A great place to hang out and spend a hot summer afternoon.
One of the best views in town! But first you have to climb a long, long staircase. The hike is so worth it though. It's especially nice near sunrise or sunset.
83 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mount Bonnell Viewing Platform
83 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
One of the best views in town! But first you have to climb a long, long staircase. The hike is so worth it though. It's especially nice near sunrise or sunset.
From this location, you can overlook one of Austin's iconic landmarks, the 360 Pennybacker bridge. You get a great view of the surrounding area. It's a bit of an intense climb, but very worth it.
54 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Puente Pennybacker
5300 N Capital of Texas Hwy
54 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
From this location, you can overlook one of Austin's iconic landmarks, the 360 Pennybacker bridge. You get a great view of the surrounding area. It's a bit of an intense climb, but very worth it.
Dubbed “the jewel in the heart of Austin”. Theme gardens such as rose, herb, local dinosaurs habitat, and Japanese garden are connected with streams, waterfalls and Koi-filled ponds. Free admission!
429 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Zilker Botanical Garden
2220 Barton Springs Rd
429 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Dubbed “the jewel in the heart of Austin”. Theme gardens such as rose, herb, local dinosaurs habitat, and Japanese garden are connected with streams, waterfalls and Koi-filled ponds. Free admission!

Drinks & Nightlife

Beer + Pizza; what better combination is there than that? 40+ craft beers, including their own creations. Great pizza with everything made from scratch in house with locally sourced ingredients.
175 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pinthouse Pizza
4729 Burnet Rd
175 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Beer + Pizza; what better combination is there than that? 40+ craft beers, including their own creations. Great pizza with everything made from scratch in house with locally sourced ingredients.
Craft burgers + amazing cocktails. Fresh, made from scratch ingredients, combined with a great bar scene, make for one tasty burger experience. Be prepared to wait in line though, it's very popular.
780 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
1400 S Congress Ave
780 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Craft burgers + amazing cocktails. Fresh, made from scratch ingredients, combined with a great bar scene, make for one tasty burger experience. Be prepared to wait in line though, it's very popular.
A great sports bar with great dining options. They have happy hour every day starting at 4pm. Mondays and Tuesdays until close. They also have a great weekend brunch. Definitely a great place to eat.
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
COVER 2
13701 Research Blvd
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A great sports bar with great dining options. They have happy hour every day starting at 4pm. Mondays and Tuesdays until close. They also have a great weekend brunch. Definitely a great place to eat.
The world's first cooperatively-owned and worker self-managed brewpub. A laid-back place to get great beers, do some work, and eat some delicious food. You must try some of their house beers!
132 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Black Star Co-op
7020 Easy Wind Dr
132 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The world's first cooperatively-owned and worker self-managed brewpub. A laid-back place to get great beers, do some work, and eat some delicious food. You must try some of their house beers!
This is one of our favorite local brewery's. Great atmosphere, friendly service, and AMAZING beers and food! They've got something for everyone. Happy hour from 4-7 every day!
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
NXNW Restaurant & Brewery Stonelake
10010 N Capital of Texas Hwy
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
This is one of our favorite local brewery's. Great atmosphere, friendly service, and AMAZING beers and food! They've got something for everyone. Happy hour from 4-7 every day!
Quite an experience. More types of sausage and beer than you could ever imagine. Great food and service. Check them out for their Big Band Sunday brunch and get a Manmosa!
264 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden
79 Rainey St
264 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Quite an experience. More types of sausage and beer than you could ever imagine. Great food and service. Check them out for their Big Band Sunday brunch and get a Manmosa!
Lots of up and coming restaurants and bars in both old and new buildings. This area is changing quickly, and has lots to offer. A bit more sophisticated bar scene compared to the infamous Sixth St.
212 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Rainey Street Historic District
212 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lots of up and coming restaurants and bars in both old and new buildings. This area is changing quickly, and has lots to offer. A bit more sophisticated bar scene compared to the infamous Sixth St.

Everything Else

The closest most convenient gas station to our house. The pumps are open 24/7 and they have a decent selection of snacks and drinks.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Chevron
4712 Lohman Ford Rd
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The closest most convenient gas station to our house. The pumps are open 24/7 and they have a decent selection of snacks and drinks.
Closest Post Office to our house (within quick walking distance). The hours are a bit limited, but the staff is always friendly.
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
United States Postal Service
10109 Lake Creek Pkwy
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Closest Post Office to our house (within quick walking distance). The hours are a bit limited, but the staff is always friendly.
Indoor skydiving! Super cool experience.
71 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
iFLY - Austin
13265 US-183
71 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Indoor skydiving! Super cool experience.