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First-Time Visitors Guide: 25 Things To Do in Austin

Jul 31, 2024

New to Austin? Here’s what locals actually love to do. No tourist traps, promise.

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55 Fun Things To Do In Austin With Kids (2024)

By Kelsey Kennedy | Aug 30, 2024

Whether you’re a local or you’re visiting with kids, here are 55 really fun things to do in Austin with your family.

How To Plan The Perfect Bachelorette Party In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | Aug 29, 2024

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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The 33 Best Austin Restaurants (2024 Edition)

By Kelsey Kennedy | Jan 3, 2024

The best restaurants in Austin, in case you’re looking for a fantastic place to eat…

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Best New Restaurants in Austin (With Map) – October 2024

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.

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Here Are The Best Sandwiches In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | April 5, 2024
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…

13 Solid Patio Happy Hours In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | April 5, 2024
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You just want a good drink, some delicious bites, and a fun Austin patio to hang out on. Oh, and you want it all at a discounted price because you’re showing up at 5 pm instead of normal dinner evening hours. Is that so much to ask? No, no it’s not. And so here are…

Best Local Kid-Friendly Restaurants In Buda

By Kelsey Kennedy | April 5, 2024
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Buda is a family town! It’s an absolutely flourishing city just a little bit south of Austin that has grown very popular for its proximity to Austin, its historic downtown Buda shopping and dining district, and the family-friendliness of all of it. So it’s no surprise that there are several wonderful kid-friendly restaurants in Buda.…

Exploring The 23 Coolest South Austin Coffee Shops

By Kelsey Kennedy | April 4, 2024
Best coffee shops in South Austin

I normally wouldn’t say that coffee shops are “cool.” I’d call them serene, calming, or excellent places to work or start your day. But in this case, these South Austin coffee shops are cool. And that’s not just because South Austin, in general, is just a cool little area of ATX.  >>>Scroll to the bottom…

25 Air-Conditioned Things To Do In Austin When It’s HELA HOT Outside

By Kelsey Kennedy | April 4, 2024
Barton Springs Pool

You’re looking at your weather app and it’s going to be a high of 106 degrees today…for the 10th day in a row. You’re starting to run out of ideas of things to do in Austin when it’s hot outside because let’s face it: those Austin patios stop being fun when the weather gets above…

The Best Local Coffee Shops in Buda

By Kelsey Kennedy | April 3, 2024
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Buda just keeps getting better and better! This little town that’s just south of Austin has a small geographic area on the map but a BIG impact on the south Austin community. In fact, lots of south Austinites will drive down to Buda just to visit some of the best restaurants in Buda. But what…

17 Best Restaurants in Buda, TX

By Kelsey Kennedy | March 31, 2024
Best restaurants in Buda

It’s pronounced “Byoo-da,”ok? That’s the first thing Buda, TX residents will want you to know. The next thing is it’s a charming city south of Austin, and there are so many wonderful restaurants in Buda. Actually, it’s a little bit shocking how many fun places there are to eat and drink here, judging by the…

10 Must-Visit Breweries In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | March 31, 2024
Vacancy Brewing

You’re in Austin for the weekend, you know that we’re kind of famous for our craft breweries here, and you’re wondering what the top must-visit breweries in Austin are. Great! I’ll help! If this massive guide to ALL the award-winning breweries in the Austin area is a bit too overwhelming for you and you want…

15 Best Keto Restaurants In Austin

By Kelsey Kennedy | March 29, 2024
Maie Day steak

Wondering where the hell you’re going to eat in Austin while you’re on the Keto diet!? I got you! Dining out can definitely still happen, even if you’re trying to stick to the keto lifestyle. I know it can be hard to follow your Keto meal plan when you want to socialize and enjoy some nice dinners…

New Austin Restaurants: The Archives

By Kelsey Kennedy | March 29, 2024
Pecan Square Cafe

You might have stumbled upon the guide to The Best New Restaurants in Austin. It’s updated monthly and contains a few of the must-visit new hot spots in ATX. But once those restaurants reach 2 years old, they’re moved over here: The Archives. This is where you can scroll through and dozens of great restaurants…

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