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Where To Find Cozy Food In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 20, 2025

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…

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The Prettiest Bars In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 20, 2025

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…

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Best Food at the Austin Airport: Quick Guide

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 19, 2025

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…

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

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 18, 2025

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.

Play For All Abilities Park Is One  Of The Best Parks In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 18, 2025

If you haven’t had the chance to visit yet, Play For All Park in Round Rock is truly one of the best parks in the greater Austin area. This MASSIVE, state-of-the-art park covers a vast area and was thoughtfully designed with inclusivity in mind to make sure that every child-regardless of their abilities-has the opportunity…

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The Perfect 3-Day Itinerary For Your Weekend Trip To Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 16, 2025

Sure, there are plenty of “best of” lists floating around the Web. But what are the “perfect” things to do to fill your first weekend in Austin? Austin Texas: one of the top travel destinations in the United States. It’s perfect for bachelorette parties, family trips, girls’ weekend getaways, and romantic vacations with your significant…

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Best Restaurant Bars In Austin For Solo Dining

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 13, 2025

If you have the urge to go out and enjoy a fabulous meal at an Austin restaurant but you don’t have someone who’s available to join you…go anyway! Dining solo is amazing! And there are so many great Austin bars for dining solo.  For starters, it’s totally normal to dine solo and you shouldn’t be…

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The Best Bars and Breweries Near Q2 Stadium

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 13, 2025

Q2 Stadium is the gorgeous home of Austin’s major professional league soccer team, Austin FC. It’s pretty far north in Austin (located in the North Burnet section of North Austin), and it’s one of the newest sports facilities in the country, consisting of 20,500 seats. During those fun soccer game days, this stadium is crowded…

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The Best Playgrounds In Austin (With Parking Info!)

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 13, 2025

The city of Austin has recently invested in some significant remodels on the playgrounds in Austin. Luckily, it’s warm nearly year-round in ATX, so you can enjoy these magnificent public parks during any month. This roundup includes parks all over the Austin area, from Round Rock all the way down to Circle C.  When you…

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Where To Eat In Austin During SXSW 2025

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 13, 2025

Alright y’all, it’s just about time for SXSW 2025! *Cue the trumpets.* Thousands of people are coming to town for this festival, and in addition to seeing amazing bands and panels and interactive events, everyone is asking, “but where should I eat in Austin during SXSW???” Hi! I’m here to help. I’m a long-time Austin…

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A List Of All The Bars on Menchaca Road (Ranked)

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 12, 2025

Let’s be honest…there are too many people on Rainey Street and Downtown Austin on any Saturday night. Those two popular spots for nightlife in Austin are typically packed, so we’re always searching for more venues for drinks and live music. Austinites love to go out and have a good time, and we need more venues…

How To Plan The Perfect Bachelorette Party In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 12, 2025

All the best hotspots you need to book ASAP + every detail you need for planning the ultimate bachelorette weekend in Austin.

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13 Epic Spring Break Ideas In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 12, 2025

SPRING BREAK!! If those two words in all caps don’t make you want to jump in a swimming pool and open a can of ice-cold beer, not sure anything will… 😉 Austin Texas is one of the premier destinations for spring break travelers around the country. Why? Sun, tacos, music, swimming. Do you really need…

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15 Most Instagrammable Spots In East Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 12, 2025

If you’ve spent any time in east Austin, you know that it’s adorable. It has that “Austin-y” feel, with weird murals and old buildings and lots of local restaurants and shops. And of course, there are a bunch of cool spots to visit in this part of Austin, like amazing east Austin restaurants you need…

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10 Best South Austin Restaurants

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 11, 2025

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…

55 Fun Things To Do In Austin With Kids (2025)

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 9, 2025
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Whether you’re a local or you’re visiting with kids, here are 55 really fun things to do in Austin with your family.

Day Maker Is The New Diner Concept From Jack Allen’s Kitchen, And It’s Awesome

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 9, 2025

I absolutely LOVE a diner (like Phoebe’s, Kerbey Lane, and 24 Diner), in no small part due to Gilmore Girls’ influence on my upbringing. Hello Luke’s diner! But also because a big plate of chilaquiles and a hot cup of coffee on a random Tuesday morning? Yes please. Day Maker Half Day Café just opened in…

Discover the Best Healthy Restaurants in Austin For 2025

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 8, 2025
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We’re bringing some of our favorite healthy Austin restaurants – yay! Austin has a lot of places for fresh lunches, allergen-free treats, vegan meals, and hearty dinners here in town. If you’re thinking the healthy restaurants are boring, think again. Austin is known for being a foodie’s paradise, but you don’t need to gorge on…

22 Places To Indulge In Weekday Breakfast In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 6, 2025
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Sure, weekend brunching is practically a professional sport here in this foodie city…but don’t forget about the often overlooked weekday breakfast spots in Austin! There are plenty of good reasons to indulge in something delicious on a random Wednesday morning. powered by Proxi About me: I’m Kelsey, a bestselling travel book author and the creator of…

The 30 Best Austin Restaurants in 2025

By Kelsey Kennedy | January 1, 2025
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The 30 best restaurants in Austin right now, from $4 street tacos to $200 tasting menus.

A Map Of The Best Happy Hours In Austin For Cheap Eats + Drinks

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 11, 2024

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 me: I’m Kelsey,…

Where To Stay In Austin For A Bachelorette Party: Here’s A Map

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 10, 2024
Pool at The Thompson Hotel in Austin

There’s no doubt that Austin is an incredible place for a bachelorette weekend. It’s perfect for people who want to just have FUN without a lot of pressure. We’re pretty casual here in ATX…this isn’t going to be your LA or Miami nightlife scene. Instead, Austin has great dancing, insane restaurants, all sorts of weird/local…

Kid-Friendly Holiday Activities In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 6, 2024
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The holidays in Austin are so much fun! There are plenty of kid-friendly holiday activities in Austin that the whole family can enjoy together. So if you’re looking to spend time in Austin with you little ones this holiday season and you want to soak up all the magical memories, you’re in luck. There are…

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

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 5, 2024
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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!!

20 Things To Do In Austin In The Winter

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 4, 2024
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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!

Where To Eat Near The Moody Center In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 4, 2024
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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…

27 Places To Celebrate Your Birthday In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 4, 2024
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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…

20 Wine Bars In Austin That Are Absolutely Darling

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 3, 2024
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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…

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

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 3, 2024
Holiday Activities in Austin

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.

Kid Friendly Restaurants in Austin That Actually Have Good Food

By Kelsey Kennedy | December 2, 2024
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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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