Chef Rene Ortiz's take on modern Mexican cuisine. Not to miss: the riffs on guacamole, the wild tacos, the cocktails, and pastry chef Laura Sawicki's ice creams. [Eater 38 Member]
Sitting at the end of the bar watching the bartenders make some of the best drinks in town is very interesting
This East side spot features their own vegetables, herbs and flowers as much as possible — and has been doing so for the almost the past 30 years. A great place to take your parents. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
One our favorite bars in Austin. The have an insane amount of great beer on tap and good pub food.
This creepy ditch is home to many ill behaviors. City plans to control the creek and re-develop this into an adorable riverside park. Until then it is strewn with 'junk,' literal and figurative.
This sunny French bistro is known for its patio and its mouthwatering tartines; it doesn't hurt that it's kid-friendly and serves a great breakfast, either. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
It's where the politicos are shaking in Texas, well, at least for 90 days every other year. And the dome is 6 ft higher than the U.S. Capitol!
Hit Barton Springs for some swim-at-your-own-risk exercise, or if the algae's too much for you, head over to Deep Eddy.
Come here for some real Texas Mexican food and some great shows! Check out do512.com to see what's up here at SXSW
The relatively young drink program received much national acclaim during its first year. Slip through the curtain to discover the nouveau craft cocktails that are pushing the envelope at Bar Congress.
Second attracts Austinites looking for a cinq à sept and perhaps a bit more. The atmosphere is festive, the specialty is small plates — buffalo fried pickles, goat cheese ravioli, pepperoni soup. Read more.
Best outdoor area around. Tons of tables under a canopy of trees…and they've got Prince on the juke box!
The 30+ booths at this ingeniously curated antiques spot range from a carnival-inspired stand dedicated to vintage gaming paraphernalia to a cabin-like nook laden with uncommon Western collectibles. Read more.
