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

By Kelsey Kennedy | March 11, 2025

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…

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Here Are The Best Sandwiches In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | March 6, 2025

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…

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The Ultimate Patio Guide To Austin, TX

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 25, 2025

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…

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 me: I’m Kelsey,…

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Best Restaurants In West Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | February 24, 2025

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,…

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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…

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…

What Are The Most Romantic Restaurants In Austin?

By Kelsey Kennedy | November 21, 2024
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The sexiest, most romantic restaurants in Austin for when you’re ready to pull out all the stops.

16 Best Restaurants in Buda, TX

By Kelsey Kennedy | November 18, 2024
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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…

Check Out These Charming Local Austin Book Shops

By Kelsey Kennedy | November 16, 2024
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Book, coffee, cozy morning. Check check check! Here are some of the best local book shops in Austin where you can #supportlocal.

A Map Of All The Michelin Restaurants In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | November 15, 2024
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The Michelin Guide officially launched in Texas with a ceremony in November 2024. Here are all the restaurant in Austin that were recognized.

Where To Order Thanksgiving Food To-Go In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | November 14, 2024
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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.

100 Creative Date Ideas In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | November 12, 2024
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You’ve done dinner and a movie a hundred times…but what about some other fun date ideas in Austin?

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

By Kelsey Kennedy | October 30, 2024
Where to play indoors with toddlers in Austin

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.

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

By Kelsey Kennedy | October 21, 2024
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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.

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

By Kelsey Kennedy | October 17, 2024
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Your official fall bucket list! Oktoberfests, corn mazes, book festivals, and pretty patio weather await.

Your Guide To The Best Halloween Bars In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | October 15, 2024
The Best Halloween Bars In Austin

Every year during the Halloween season (aka September and October) a few bars in Austin feature a pop-up Halloween theme. They’re so much fun! You can show up in spooky attire (or just your regular clothes) and sip on themed cocktails with fake eyeballs and smoke coming out of them and snap some pictures and…

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