Guidebook for Austin
Food Scene
Home Slice Pizza
1415 S Congress AveAmazing pizza.
Austin Java
1608 Barton Springs RoadOrganic coffee, breakfast dishes and soups.
Green Mesquite BBQ
1400 Barton Springs RdThe best smoked barbecue in the Milky Way.
Torchy's Tacos
1311 South 1st StreetArguably the best tacos on earth.
Organic Fair Trade coffee, beer & wine par with live music most nights plus a back patio
72 locals recommend
Irie Bean Coffee & Wine Bar
2310 S Lamar BlvdOrganic Fair Trade coffee, beer & wine par with live music most nights plus a back patio
Locally sourced coffee, espresso drinks & baked goods served in a cafe space with Danish flair
98 locals recommend
Patika
2159 S Lamar BlvdLocally sourced coffee, espresso drinks & baked goods served in a cafe space with Danish flair
Counter-service spot with dog-friendly patio delivering soups, salads, pressed juices & smoothies
133 locals recommend
Soup Peddler Real Food & Juice Bar
501 W Mary StCounter-service spot with dog-friendly patio delivering soups, salads, pressed juices & smoothies
Everything Else
Hey Cupcake!
4209 Airport BoulevardIf you go out for dessert, don't miss these guys!
Lucy in Disguise with Diamonds
1506 S Congress AveReally fun place. Crazy costumes.
ACL Live
310 W Willie Nelson BlvdMusic!
Excellent musicians. Drinks are reasonably priced. Outstanding service.
815 locals recommend
The Continental Gallery
1313 S Congress AveExcellent musicians. Drinks are reasonably priced. Outstanding service.
Aviary Decor
2110 S Lamar BlvdSleek wine bar & home-goods boutique
Drinks & Nightlife
Lamberts
401 W 2nd StFancy barbecue and other meaty fare.
Taverna
258 W 2nd StThis pizza and risottos will transport you to Italy.
Shady Grove
1624 Barton Springs RdTex Mex classics and burgers.
Chuy's
1728 Barton Springs RdTex Mex, chicken, steak and rice entrees.
Threadgill's World Headquarters
301 W Riverside DrGreat traditional American food.
My favorite place for a cold beer and good company.
435 locals recommend
The Austin Beer Garden Brewing Co.
1305 W Oltorf StMy favorite place for a cold beer and good company.
Ego's Bar
510 S Congress AveFun Karaoke spot
Perla's
1400 S Congress AveExquisite seafood.
Bustling sports bar features cocktails, draft brews & grub, plus lots of TVs in a modern interior
35 locals recommend
The Park on South Lamar
4024 S Lamar BlvdBustling sports bar features cocktails, draft brews & grub, plus lots of TVs in a modern interior
Patrons can bring their own food (& dogs) to this cozy sports bar that offers craft & imported beer
33 locals recommend
Bat Bar Austin
218 E 6th StPatrons can bring their own food (& dogs) to this cozy sports bar that offers craft & imported beer
British-themed bar & grill with a patio featuring craft beer on tap, live music & hearty pub grub
40 locals recommend
Baker Street Pub & Grill - South Austin
3003 S Lamar BlvdBritish-themed bar & grill with a patio featuring craft beer on tap, live music & hearty pub grub
Dog-friendly sports bar known for burgers, daily drink specials & bar games
291 locals recommend
Black Sheep Lodge
2108 S Lamar BlvdDog-friendly sports bar known for burgers, daily drink specials & bar games
Opa
2050 S Lamar BlvdChill spot for Greek nibbles & live music
Pluckers Wing Bar
2222 Rio Grande StSports bar known for its chicken wings
Shopping
Amys Ice Creams
1301 S Congress AveInventive ice creams, milkshakes, and frozen yogurts.
Uncommon Objects
1602 Fort View RdYou will encounter some of the rarest items on earth.
Henri's Cheese & Wine
2026 South Lamar BoulevardCheese shop fine wines & charcuterie plates plus cafe fare