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…
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…
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.
Austin is a brunch city, and here’s a map of all the best brunch spots you need to check out.
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…
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),…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
Waterfront dining, migas, and mimosas: here’s where you can get brunch with a view in Austin.
There’s nothing quite as exhausting as spending a day with toddlers. Here’s how to keep your sanity with some fun things to do in Austin.
We’ve all seen at least a few episodes of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives on The Food Network. Even if you’re not a regular at watching bleach-haired Guy Fieri drive around in his cherry red ’68 Camaro, stopping at popular foodie destinations around the country and devouring 4-pound cheeseburgers, you’ve most likely seen an episode while…
If you’re heading to see a soccer game tonight, use this guide to find some really good food near Q2 Stadium! (Map included below so you can find where to eat near Q2 Stadium, fast.) Q2 Stadium is the epic soccer stadium in north Austin that was built at the whopping cost of $260 million.…
It’s Oktoberfest season, and it’s truly one of the funnest times of the year. The weather cools down, those rich and malty marzens and festbiers are finally ready to drink, and all of the fall fun is finally here. When does Oktoberfest happen in Austin? Most of these weekend festivals are late September and early…
If you love great restaurants, you’ll love east Austin. Here are the absolute must-try spots in east ATX.
If you’re looking for this guide, you’re probably not a “Dirty Sixth” type of person…
From pre-fest coffee to post-fest drinks + carbs, here’s where to eat close to ACL Festival.
There’s a formula to this! Hot tip: no rompers because PORTA-POTTIES.
A quick guide + map to the best pumpkin patches in Austin this year.
Because why stay somewhere boring when you could stay somewhere awesome? Here are the best hotels near ACL Fest.
A few of the most *fabulous* spas in Austin, for the next time you need to de-stress.
If you have little ones, you’re no doubt looking for kid-friendly restaurants where they can run around and play. One of the best places near Austin for lots of space, sunshine, and beer (!!) is Dripping Springs. It’s about 10 miles southwest of the city. Because of zoning laws and real estate prices, it’s a…
Downtown Austin is an absolute treasure trove of terrific places to eat and drink. But it’s also hella overwhelming because there are SO many downtown Austin restaurants! Whether you’re visiting or you’re a local who’s looking for a great downtown Austin restaurant, I’m here to share the best places to eat and drink in downtown…
