A residential gem in South Austin, an overgrown backyard filled with a literal mountain of artfully stacked and twisted junk that has been continually added to and morphed since 1989.
Cheesesteak ordering etiquette: for a steak w/ Cheez Whiz & onions, order “Whiz Wit.” If u prefer provolone & no onions, order “Provolone Witout.” Wanna go to the back of the line? Ask for fontina. Read more.
Try the Seafood Crepe — light, stuffed with tiny shrimp, scallop (and mussels on the side) — or the decadent Smoked Salmon Melt Panini, with roasted veggies. End with their famous Gingerbread. Read more.
Black Betty's been reborn into this kitschy, nautical spot with four-star bar food. Per the Underground Gourmet, try the fried chicken - "among the best in town" - and the "adult cheese" sandwich. Read more.
After a year of bad luck, the owners turned to feng shui: obsidian arrowheads and amethyst crystals are buried in the basement here, and walnut and metal essences are mixed into the paint. Read more.
The best place to sip champagne in one of the 32 capsules and watch the sun go down over London.
Some of the best vegan food and drinks I’ve ever had not to mention the most positive vibe in a staff and atmosphere that there can be. - Whitney
This is the L.A. deli of choice! The greatest Corn Rye Bread! The Nova, the Blintzes, and the Plate of Lox, Eggs, and Onions are fantastic. And of course don't forget to grab Rugela and Mandel Bread.
The Music Box plays a mix of independent and foreign films, as well as classic (black and white) movie matinees, and midnight screenings of cult classics. Read more.
One-of-a-kind art and jewelry. Very dark and macabre things can be found there. --Susie Brunet, Launch My Line
New American dishes with a large dose of the South and New Orleans. Check out their Twitter feed (http://twitter.com/townhallBBQ) for info on the seasonal lunchtime BBQ. Read more.
Old-time residents still call it South Brooklyn, near Carroll Gardens and Red Hook, but Columbia Street Waterfront District is starting to take on an identity of its own. Read more.
Portland: Let the communal tables introduce you to the beautiful and beautifully tattooed youngsters. Make a friend and order the lamb shank. -IFC Viewer
This building was built in 1951-1952 to be the American headquarters of the British soap company Lever Brothers. It was designated as an official landmark in 1982.
Great for the most unusual designers' collections. Tommy Perse knows his stuff! -Patrick McDonald, Launch My Line
Concert goers may usually bring one sealed bottle of water and one clear, 1-gallon bag of food per person!
Check out the E7 locomotive, featured on the CD cover of Country superstar Alan Jackson’s album, “Freight Train." Read more.
At the entrance to the Burlington Arcade on Piccadilly you can find the tastiest macaroons, from the famous French company Laduree. A real treat!
Bill White, who was president of the museum, resigned abruptly on May 19, 2010, one year after the New York State Attorney General began investigating him. Read more.
Get here fast because the museum is moving downtown to the Meatpacking District. Their new six-story, 195,000-square-foot building will be designed by Renzo Piano and cost $680 million. Read more.
This bright orange casual 'Qing station serves by-the-plate-or-pound meats including brisket & rib tips all smothered in a sauce that could only be more tangy if consumed while orbiting the moon. Read more.
Check out the great vibe at this amazing restaurant. Deff one of my favs. - Jenni, Jersey Shore
Spectacular puffy and crisp wood-fired pie with eight topping combinations. But don't come with a sweet tooth -- they don't do desserts. Read more.
Meat lovers heaven here: Go for the marinated beef short ribs or tender marinated chicken bulgogi, and on the side, Japche potato noodles and a bevy of banchan veggie accompaniments. Attentive staff! Read more.
The Joffrey Ballet, which appeared at the Auditorium in scenes shot for "The Company" (2003) is the first and only dance company to appear on the cover of Time Magazine. Read more.
The town dump probably isn't the first place you'd think of visiting on Shelter Island, but in fact, it's a hot destination for many residents, both full-time and weekenders. Read more.
Stop in if you're looking for special-edition Top-Siders in colors that have sold out everywhere else, like tie-dye purple or shimmery gold. Read more.
