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  • People also say (98 tips):

    • Begüm B.
      Begüm Bürian: "From the starters: Hawaiian yellowtail sashimi, steak and lobster tartare. Main: Swordfish steak(blackened). Dessert: Chocolate cake. All were heavenly."
  • 9.1

    Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden

    Beer Garden 79 & 81 Rainey St Austin, TX

    People also say (256 tips):

    • Francheska S.
      Francheska Salazar: "It was my first time here and I decided go safe by ordering a hot dog and God was it the best I've ever had in a long time. It contained just the right amount of ketchup, mustard, and onions. Yum!"
  • 9.4

    BookPeople

    Bookstore 603 N Lamar Blvd Austin, TX

    People also say (122 tips):

    • Social N.
      Social News Network: "There is a huge selection of books organized really well.There's a great selection of journals, stationery and cards. Also check out the rows of magazines, some of which you can't find anywhere else!"
  • 9.1

    Houndstooth Coffee

    Coffee Shop 401 Congress Ave Austin, TX

    People also say (147 tips):

    • Josiah David C.
      Josiah David Chapman: "An Austin original, Houndstooth is a coffee aficionados paradise, dolling out a variety of fine espresso, pour over, house brew, expertly frothed cappuccinos, and a tasty variety of pastries. 5/5"
  • 9.1

    Red Ash

    Italian Restaurant 303 Colorado St Austin, TX

    People also say (19 tips):

    • Paige T.
      Paige Tormey: "Absolutely amazing. If you're with one other person, get three small pastas and split. The gnocchi is incredible. MUST get the bread (flown in daily from NYC), hot chocolate cake, and Carpaccio"
  • 9.1

    Austin City Limits Live

    Performing Arts Venue 310 Willie Nelson Blvd Austin, TX

    People also say (104 tips):

    • Do512
      Do512: "If you haven't been to the Moody Theater Wine Down Wednesdays are a great way to check it out. And the best part is that these shows are free and open to the public!"

People are talking about these places in Downtown Austin:

  • People also say (16 tips):

    • Shelly T.
      Shelly Tang: "Have a picnic or bring a blanket to read on. It's also a great place to go running if you want a change from town lake trail!"
    • Kalaia J.
      Kalaia Jojo: "This is one of the best place to handout, it’s beautiful"
  • 9.2

    Trader Joe's

    Grocery Store 211 Walter Seaholm Dr, Ste 100 Austin, TX

    People also say (8 tips):

    • Dan M.
      Dan Mondragón Somera: "A great place to fulfill all of your gluten free - organic -paleo dreams"
    • Lia K.
      Lia Koutelou: "Great store, great location and great prices for the quality offered!"
  • 9.4

    Lady Bird Lake

    Lake Lady Bird Lake Trail Austin, TX

    People also say (59 tips):

    • Dianey S.
      Dianey Sandoval: "If you want to relax and take a break from city life get on the water... The only thing that is troublesome is parking...so the earlier the better"
    • AFAR Media
      AFAR Media: "You can't swim in the water, but the left fork (heading west) in the river will take you to Barton Springs Pool, a popular Austin hangout, and you can splash in the water to your heart's delight."

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