Local Austin Guide
Food scene
Best Mexican in town, they make their tortillas by hand. Their family pint take out tacos are exceptionally especially if you can't get a reservation in time.
151 locals recommend
Fried and True Food Truck
1308 E 6th StBest Mexican in town, they make their tortillas by hand. Their family pint take out tacos are exceptionally especially if you can't get a reservation in time.
Beautiful South Austin restaurant with a wonderful patio and impeccable service. Definitely on the finer side.
179 locals recommend
LENOIR
1807 S 1st StBeautiful South Austin restaurant with a wonderful patio and impeccable service. Definitely on the finer side.
Detroit-style pizza, food truck turned brick & mortar because it's so delicious. Gluten-free pizza is almost better than their regular one.
372 locals recommend
Via 313 Pizza
10106 W 6th StDetroit-style pizza, food truck turned brick & mortar because it's so delicious. Gluten-free pizza is almost better than their regular one.
Justine's
4710 E 5th StUpscale french brasserie, great outdoor dining
The Vegan Nom
2324 E Cesar Chavez StIncredible plant-based food truck, their queso is to die for!
Josephine House
1601 Waterston AveLocal favorite!
Best seafood, grab their happy hour for great deals on the raw bar!
246 locals recommend
Clark's Oyster Bar
1200 W 6th StBest seafood, grab their happy hour for great deals on the raw bar!
Nixta Taqueria
2512 E 12th StAward-winning Mexican fare, plenty patio seating!
Sour Duck Market
1814 E Martin Luther King Jr BlvdLocal bakery & eatery, craft cocktails, walking distance!
Local butcher shop with incredible take out menu. Get the burger & fries, you won't regret it!
151 locals recommend
Salt & Time
1912 E 7th StLocal butcher shop with incredible take out menu. Get the burger & fries, you won't regret it!
Salty Sow
1917 Manor RdFarm to table fare
Dai Due
2406 Manor RdUpscale grill for the finer moments
Best biscuits in house, grab em at the happy hour or as an appetizer before a luxurious dinner
45 locals recommend
Fixe Southern House
500 W 5th StBest biscuits in house, grab em at the happy hour or as an appetizer before a luxurious dinner
Odd Duck
1201 S Lamar BlvdUpscale farm to table small plate fare
Launderette
2115 Holly StUpscale farm to table small plate fare with THE BEST DESSERTS!
Kemuri Tatsu-Ya
2713 E 2nd StSmall plate asian smokehouse. Delish!
Ramen Tatsu-Ya
1234 S Lamar BlvdRamen all day, baby!
Best value for your money, asian fusion. Get their japchae sweet potato noodles!
75 locals recommend
Koriente
621 E 7th StBest value for your money, asian fusion. Get their japchae sweet potato noodles!
Voodoo Doughnut - 6th Street
212 E 6th StOpen 24/7. Need I say more?
Canje
Traditional meets modern in this new age Caribbean restaurant. The deserts here are amazing!
Granny's Tacos
1401 E 7th StThis is our new favorite taco spot.
Neighborhoods
Great neighborhood for shopping, restaurants, and people watching. Austin classics like Allen's boots (cowboy boots and hats!) next to boutiques.
650 locals recommend
South Congress
Great neighborhood for shopping, restaurants, and people watching. Austin classics like Allen's boots (cowboy boots and hats!) next to boutiques.
Sightseeing
Cool off at this natural spring that's open from 5am to 10pm. Late night or sunset swims are truly special here.
2454 locals recommend
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2131 William Barton DrCool off at this natural spring that's open from 5am to 10pm. Late night or sunset swims are truly special here.
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the historic UT campus and neighborhood
Modern art with a permanent Ellsworth Kelly Austin exhibition.
644 locals recommend
The Blanton Museum of Art
200 East Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardModern art with a permanent Ellsworth Kelly Austin exhibition.
The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria
3809 W 35th StSculpture Garden along Lady Bird Lake
The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center
700 Congress AveDowntown annex featuring modern art
Deep Eddy Municipal Pool
401 Deep Eddy AveHistoric pool in downtown Austin
Canopy Austin
916 Springdale RdCollection of small galleries featuring local artists
Bars & Brewery
Whisler's
1816 E 6th StCraft cocktails, truly local Austin hipster vibe
Jester King is a craft brewery in Austin, Texas that specializes in beer fermented with wild yeast. It is set on a 200-acre ranch about 18 miles west of Austin. Be sure to check out the goats!
298 locals recommend
Jester King
13187 Fitzhugh RdJester King is a craft brewery in Austin, Texas that specializes in beer fermented with wild yeast. It is set on a 200-acre ranch about 18 miles west of Austin. Be sure to check out the goats!
Techo Mezcaleria and Agave Bar
2201 Manor RdGreat hidden mezcal bar.
Lazarus Brewing Co.
1902 E 6th StLocal brewery with epic tacos!
Blue Owl Brewing
2400 E Cesar Chavez StSour beer brewery on the east side
La Holly
2500 E 6th StEast side gem with food trucks out back
The Liberty
1618 East 6th StreetHistoric dive bar on the east side
Yellow Jacket Social Club
1704 E 5th StHipster/ biker bar, 10/10 recommend
The White Horse
500 Comal StLearn how to two step with free classes at historic White Horse.
Grackle
1700 E 6th StChill dive bar
Violet Crown Social Club
1111 E 6th StHipster dive bar
Oilcan Harry's
211 W 4th StGay night club, best times!!
Nickel City
1133 E 11th StMy favorite bar in Austin. Great cocktails and vibes.
Excursions
Austin's very own wine country, incredible wines and food. Great for a day trip!
464 locals recommend
Fredericksburg
Austin's very own wine country, incredible wines and food. Great for a day trip!
Hikes / Nature
Enchanted Rock Summit
Climb the ancient dome for amazing Hill Country views
A 7.25-mile trail that begins at Zilker Park and stretches South/Southwest to "The Hill of Life". It offers swimming holes, small waterfalls and multiple entrances.
531 locals recommend
Barton Creek Greenbelt
3755 South Capital of Texas HighwayA 7.25-mile trail that begins at Zilker Park and stretches South/Southwest to "The Hill of Life". It offers swimming holes, small waterfalls and multiple entrances.
Spend a day hiking, swimming and learning about the European settlers.
376 locals recommend
McKinney Falls State Park
5808 McKinney Falls PkwySpend a day hiking, swimming and learning about the European settlers.
Miles of shaded hikes along side a natural creek, perfect to escape the city or get a solid run or bike ride in.
108 locals recommend
Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park
12138 N Lamar BlvdMiles of shaded hikes along side a natural creek, perfect to escape the city or get a solid run or bike ride in.
Beautiful trails along Lady Bird Lake. Perfect for a stroll or run.
959 locals recommend
Lady Bird Lake
Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike TrailBeautiful trails along Lady Bird Lake. Perfect for a stroll or run.
Well maintained nature center with lots of hikes featuring native plants.
252 locals recommend
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
4801 La Crosse AveWell maintained nature center with lots of hikes featuring native plants.
Hamilton Pool Preserve
24300 Hamilton Pool RdHistoric swimming hole, requires reservation.
Barbecue
Hands down best brisket in town. James Beard award winning barbecue. Order before you get into town since they sell out quick.
919 locals recommend
Franklin Barbecue
900 E 11th StHands down best brisket in town. James Beard award winning barbecue. Order before you get into town since they sell out quick.
La Barbecue
2401 E Cesar Chavez StIncredible barbecue, women-owned.
Micklethwait Craft Meats
1309 Rosewood AveBeef rib for life!
Beat the crowd and get barbecue all day at this great joint. Brisket is recommended!
372 locals recommend
Terry Black's Barbecue
1003 Barton Springs RdBeat the crowd and get barbecue all day at this great joint. Brisket is recommended!
Salt Lick Cellars
18300 Farm to Market Rd 1826Incredible barbecue in the hill country.
Located in the BBQ Capital of Texas! A 40 minute drive southeast of Austin.
25 locals recommend
Kreuz Market
619 N Colorado StLocated in the BBQ Capital of Texas! A 40 minute drive southeast of Austin.
Located in the BBQ Capital of Texas! A 40 minute drive southeast of Austin.
66 locals recommend
Black's Barbecue
215 N Main StLocated in the BBQ Capital of Texas! A 40 minute drive southeast of Austin.