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2024 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78704
512-394-8150

Barley Swine

Cozy gastropub is consistently crowded, thanks to chef Bryce Gillmore's loyal crowd of foodies, who have followed from Odd Duck restaurant. Craft beer and wine selections are expertly paired w... read more

1400 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704
512-243-7505

Hopdoddy Burger Bar

"Hop" and "doddy" represent a union of beer and burger. Craft beer and craft burgers, that is. The hops comprise local brews. The doddy comprises beef, bison, lamb, turkey, tuna, even hemp seed. An... read more

2510 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704
512-326-8226

Tacos La Guera

The American Dream is alive and well, as shown by this peddler of tacos. Once it was nothing more than a food cart that was sometimes open, but mostly closed. Now it's an actual storefront. Success... read more

1025 Barton Springs , Austin 78704
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El Chile Cafe y Cantina

Additional outpost for Tex-Mex resto known to do the classics, and do them well. Roasted pork enchiladas covered in Oaxcan red mole is a must try after claiming no. 1 spot in Austin Chron... read more

1219 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78704
512-607-6568

Gourdough's

To qualify the savory morsels purveyed by this glistening Airstream trailer as donuts, is to sell them short. Canadian bacon and fried chicken with a mound of sugar are meals into themselves. You c... read more

730 W. Stassney Ste 120, Austin 78745
512-215-0600

1st Down and Stassney Sports Bar

Neighborhood sports bar boasts booze prices that can't be beat. Check in on Weds for $1 PBRs and High Life, and enough TVs and hearty bar food to get you through playoff season. Expect shoulder-to-... read more

1142 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78704
512-383-8309

The Highball

The movie you want to see at Alamo Drafthouse is sold out. How do you kill two hours? You go next door to the Vegas-style lounge with food, drink, and plenty of recreation. Some bowl to the mu... read more

2108 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78704
512-707-2744

Black Sheep Lodge

Neighborhood bars this accommodating make going home a drag. A monster flat screen, numerous craft beers on tap, a critically acclaimed Black Buffalo Burger. The holy trinity of pub sports: da... read more

97 Rainey St., Austin 78701
512-469-0400

Lustre Pearl

This rickety abandoned house is the anchor of the Rainey St. bar district. Feel its old bones creak, striding along its hardwood floors in your flip-flops. Order a Yellow Belly and fried pickles. W... read more

1400 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704
512-291-7300

Perla's

Having fresh fish and oysters flown in from the coasts on a daily basis isn't cheap. But it assures quality. And that's what the patrons at this South Congress seafood establishment care about. Aft... read more

112 Academy Dr., Austin 78704
512-852-2400

Hotel Saint Cecilia

This former estate has rechristened itself as a hotel of the highest order. It takes its name from the patron saint of music and poetry. That explains why the five suites, six poolside bungalows, a... read more

408 Josephine St., Austin 78704
512-322-5210

House Wine

Converted house now hosts laid back wine bar with varying seasonal selections and bottles spanning the globe. Free WiFi, wine tasting classes, happy hour specials, and 1/2 price glasses o... read more

913 W. Mary St., Austin 78704
512-444-6000

Frenchy's Beauty Parlor

Frenchy may have been a beauty school dropout, but this beauty parlor is anything but a failure. After a successful lunch in Burbank, CA, it has expanded to trendy South Austin. Retro is definitely... read more

110 The Circle, Austin 78704
512-912-1046

Kimber Modern

This boutique hotel is so minimalist that you'll hardly know it's there. There is no signage or valet. The focus is on architecture and design: The way the building is seamlessly integrated in... read more

1706 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704
512-462-2220

Big Top Candy Shop

A seven-footer named Weston is your soda jerk. You might recognize his from his band, White Ghost Shivers. He concocts a cucumber varietal from the old-school soda machine. His presence adds to the... read more

1321 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704
512-916-1315

Botticelli's

Forgo the compact, European-style seating inside. Stretch out in the beer garden. Under the mighty oaks. Someone in your loud crowd says it's your birthday. That channels the customer-service skill... read more

2004 S. 1st St., Austin 78704
512-441-5446

Polvos Mexican

Meals covered from breakfast to dinner at this local spot serving up traditional Mexican instead of the popular Tex-Mex blend. Large portions of fajitas, fish tacos, and other standard fare. Margar... read more

1600 S. Congress Ave., Austin 78704
512-476-CAKE

Hey Cupcake!

Eat it. Not like Weird Al. Like Michael Jackson. The cupcake with a chocolate bottom and cream-cheese top is scrumptious. So are the other flavors sold from this Airstream trailer. Have yours with ... read more

1530 Barton Springs Rd., Austin 78704
512-476-0100

Uncle Billy's

White Castle fans, welcome to your new addiction. This brew pub packages its chopped beef, pulled pork, and sausage in the style of sliders. Wash down the minis with a five-flavor sampler of house ... read more

7101 S. MoPac Expy., Austin 78749
512-358-8171

Life Time Fitness

The mega-mall of gym chains has arrived. You could literally camp out here for days. Not just because there are too many services for not enough body parts in any given day.&nbs... read more