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A Map Of All The Holiday Pop-Up Bars In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 5, 2024

A map of all the holiday pop-up bars in Austin so you can slip into an ugly Christmas sweater and go get you an eggnog!!

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20 Things To Do In Austin In The Winter

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 4, 2024

20 fun things to do in Austin in the winter. Even in the winter, this city is SO much fun to visit and there’s a lot to do!

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Where To Eat Near The Moody Center In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 4, 2024

Heading to a game or show at the Moody Center and wondering where to eat beforehand? The goal of this guide is to connect you to local Austin restaurants nearby the University of Texas campus! (Map included below.) My Top 3 Picks For Restaurants Near The Moody Center In Austin 1. Scholz Garden – if you want…

Margarita at Gabriela's Downtown

27 Places To Celebrate Your Birthday In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 4, 2024

Happy birthday, boo! Looking for something fun to do in Austin on your special day? It can be hard to figure out plans for your birthday… The trickiest part is just brainstorming, I’m sharing a lot of ideas for places to celebrate your birthday in Austin…for adults! I’ll start off by sharing the 10 best restaurants…

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20 Wine Bars In Austin That Are Absolutely Darling

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 3, 2024

Wine bars in Austin are plentiful. After all, this city gets more than 300 sunny days per year, so cute little bungalow wine bars in Austin with outdoor patios draped in twinkly lights are kind of our love language. There are some that are exceptional in every sense of the word, others that are trendy but…

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The Ultimate List Of Holiday Activities In Austin (2024 Edition!)

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 3, 2024

Looking for some of the most memorable holiday events in Austin? From Trail of Lights to Christmas shopping, here are the can’t-miss events this year.

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Kid Friendly Restaurants in Austin That Actually Have Good Food

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 2, 2024

Here it is! A round up of my very favorite kid friendly restaurants in Austin that *actually* have good food. This guide was created after one too many conversations with fellow moms asking “where can I eat in Austin with kids that’s NOT A BURGER RESTAURANT?” After you’ve had a few too many trips to…

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What Are The Most Romantic Restaurants In Austin?

By Kelsey Kennedy | November 21, 2024

The sexiest, most romantic restaurants in Austin for when you’re ready to pull out all the stops.

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16 Best Restaurants in Buda, TX

By Kelsey Kennedy | November 18, 2024

It’s pronounced “Byoo-da,”ok? Buda is a charming city to the of Austin, and there are so many wonderful restaurants in Buda. Actually, it’s a little bit crazy how many fun places there are to eat and drink here, judging by the size of this small historic town.  But the development of the Mill & Grain…

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Check Out These Charming Local Austin Book Shops

By Kelsey Kennedy | November 16, 2024

Book, coffee, cozy morning. Check check check! Here are some of the best local book shops in Austin where you can #supportlocal.

21 Best Date Night Restaurants In Austin

A Map Of All The Michelin Restaurants In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | November 15, 2024

The Michelin Guide officially launched in Texas with a ceremony in November 2024. Here are all the restaurant in Austin that were recognized.

Thanksgiving to go from Waltons

Where To Order Thanksgiving Food To-Go In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | November 14, 2024

Thanksgiving is upon us! And while some love to spend hours in the kitchen, others prefer to outsource. Here’s where to get thanksgiving food to-go in Austin.

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100 Creative Date Ideas In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | November 12, 2024

You’ve done dinner and a movie a hundred times…but what about some other fun date ideas in Austin?

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20 Best Indoor Play Places In Austin For Toddlers and Young Kids

By Kelsey Kennedy | October 30, 2024

When it’s way too hot or way too rainy or you just want a new indoor play place to explore, here are some good ones.

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Things To Do In The Fall In Austin: Your Autumn Bucket List

By Kelsey Kennedy | October 17, 2024

Your official fall bucket list! Oktoberfests, corn mazes, book festivals, and pretty patio weather await.

The Ultimate Patio Guide To Austin, TX

By Kelsey Kennedy | April 16, 2025
Central Machine Works

When the weather is absolutely freaking gorgeous, everyone in Austin is going to want to drink or dine on a beautiful outdoor patio. Honestly, it’s almost easier to list places without patios than with, because nearly every restaurant and bar in Austin has outdoor seating. But where are the best patios in Austin? Use the…

10 Best South Austin Restaurants

By Kelsey Kennedy | April 16, 2025
Elizabeth Street Cafe

South Austin restaurants have never been better. Just when you think you’ve hit up all of the great places to eat and drink in south Austin, another great restaurant opens.  And this restaurant scene is quite different from the new restaurants that are opening in downtown Austin, which are often multi-million dollar build outs at…

20 Best Tacos In Austin That I Always Recommend To My Friends

By Kelsey Kennedy | April 15, 2025
Cuantos Taco

There’s a wide variety in this city, so here are the 20 best tacos in Austin, including everything from cheap street tacos to James Beard Award-Winning fancy tacos.

The Best Brunch Spots In Austin Texas

By Kelsey Kennedy | April 15, 2025
Elementary brunch

Austin is a brunch city, and here’s a map of all the best brunch spots you need to check out.

Where To Eat On South First Street

By Kelsey Kennedy | April 14, 2025
Best South First Street Restaurants

South First Street is a powerhouse of amazing restaurants in Austin. It runs parallel to the popular South Congress Ave, but unlike the tourist destination that SOCO has become, South First is mostly full of locals who have found their favorite neighborhood restaurant or bar. After years of living walking distance to these restaurants, I’m…

Hidden Gem Restaurants In Austin (Tourists Need To Visit These!)

By Kelsey Kennedy | March 11, 2025
Buenos Aires Cafe

In the age of Google My Business a “hidden gem restaurant” doesn’t really exist anymore…but sometimes I still like to bring attention to some lesser-known Austin gems. While most people visit Austin and get the same 8-10 recommendations (MICHELIN-rated, the 30 all-time best restaurants in Austin, and then tourist-y spots like Salt Lick and Torchy’s),…

Best New Restaurants in Austin (With Map) – March 2025

By Kelsey Kennedy | March 10, 2025

It’s hard to keep up with all the new restaurants opening in Austin! Use this guide + map to find something new to try near you.

FREE in Austin: 9th Street BMX Trail

By Kelsey Kennedy | March 7, 2025

Tucked into the heart of downtown Austin is an unassuming park of dirt mounds and hills. You might drive by it a few times without noticing it (especially if it’s empty), but if you head to 9th Street and North Lamar on a weekend, dozens of BMX bikers of all ages and skill levels will…

Here Are The Best Sandwiches In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | March 6, 2025
Mum Foods pastrami

Sandwiches in Austin (unfairly) don’t have the same hype that they get in a lot of other cities. I mean, it’s not like we have the same claim to fame as NYC deli markets or the New Orleans po’boy scene. (Granted, we totally own the market on tacos and barbecue.) But I’m on a mission to showcase…

The Best Happy Hours In Austin For Cheap Eats + Drinks

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 25, 2025

Austin is known for its food scene, but those restaurant tabs can add up pretty quickly  The solution? Austin happy hours! You can often try the same amazing menu items at a fraction of the cost. Plus, happy hour is just…happy.  PS: weekend-specific happy hours in Austin are here. powered by Proxi ABOUT THE AUTHOR Kelsey…

Best Restaurants In West Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 24, 2025
Ling Wu Asian Restaurant | best west Austin restaurants

Sure, downtown Austin and east Austin are probably where you’ll find the biggest clusters of award-winning Austin restaurants. But the sprawling area of west Austin (from Westlake to Lakeway to Bee Caves, and even closer to the city like Tarrytown and Rollingwood) has lots of residents. So where are all the west Austin restaurants?? Actually,…

Where To Find Cozy Food In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 20, 2025
best cozy food in Austin

Cold front in Austin? Cue all the cozy foods! There aren’t many snow storms or cold, blustery days here in Austin, but when they hit us, they hit us HARD. Those freezing wind chills and ice-cold temps are brutal (no thanks to the fact that none of us own a proper winter wardrobe…), but you…

The Prettiest Bars In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 20, 2025
prettiest bars in Austin

I am not a world-renowned mixologist or sommelier, but I know my way around a cocktail menu. A decade of food writing and city blogging has given me a front seat at some of the hottest cocktail bars in Austin and beyond. But do you know what I keep discovering, over and over again? It’s…

Best Food at the Austin Airport: Quick Guide

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 19, 2025
Parkside at Austin Airport

The Austin Airport is unique in the fact that we have a huge amount of local Austin restaurants located at the airport.  You won’t find a McDonald’s or a Subway at this airport, but you will find local breakfast tacos and famous Austin barbecue at the main terminal at the Austin Bergstrom International Airport. Here’s the…

The Best Bars and Restaurants On Rainey Street (According To An Austin Local)

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 18, 2025
best bars on Rainey

You love, you hate it, but there’s no denying that you’re aware of Rainey Street in Austin. It’s one of our biggest nightlife districts! Here are the best bars and restaurants on Rainey.

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