Midnight Cowboy is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

1. Midnight Cowboy

8.5
313 E 6th St, Austin, TX
Speakeasy · Downtown Austin · 76 tips and reviews

Paulie D.Paulie Dery: Little slice of a NY speak easy right here on dirty 6th. Bookings and usual secret entrance bullshit applies.

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Jenny S.Jenny Stewart: A hidden gem. Delicious (and strong) craft cocktails in an intimate setting. The building has an interesting story! Bookable small rooms out back for 5-8 people, plus they have a small terrace.

Firehouse Hostel and Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

2. Firehouse Hostel and Lounge

8.9
605 Brazos St Ste 100 (6th St.), Austin, TX
Lounge · Downtown Austin · 76 tips and reviews

JenniferJennifer: The secret entrance to the hostel is through the bookcase. Good drinks, but happy hour prices have gone up to $6 instead of $5.

__: Absolutely LOVE this place! The lounge is a hidden gem inside the hostel. Slide the bookshelf to the right and you're in a whole new world. Get the bee's knee!

Patrick H.Patrick Haley: There's a hidden bar behind the bookshelf on the right when you walk in.

Vasquez Taco is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

3. Vasquez Taco

8.2
9063 Research Blvd (183 and Burnet), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · North Burnet · 15 tips and reviews

Kaustubh T.Kaustubh Thirumalai: Vasquez is a hidden gem for a fulfilling breakfast or work lunch. Great for vegetarians! Try the nopalitos (cactus)!

Ricardo G.Ricardo Gonzales: This a place with good food. The service is excellent. The food is great. They serve plenty of food. I've been going there ever since I moved into the neighborhood. It's a great hidden gem.

Omar V.Omar Villarreal: The steak taco I5'd both delicious and spicy. you're welcome!

Jersey Mike's Subs is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

4. Jersey Mike's Subs

9.0
12901 North I-35, Austin, TX
Sandwich Spot · Parmer Center · 2 tips and reviews

Steve C.Steve Cullen: The original Italian is unreal! Sliced right in front of me and dressed jersey style-they call it mikes way with the veggies and vinegar and oil. You have to try this hidden gem!

Kevin V.Kevin V.: Great Philly cheese steak

West Bouldin Creek Greenbelt is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

5. West Bouldin Creek Greenbelt

7.5
1200 S. 6th St., Austin, TX
Park · Bouldin Creek · 2 tips and reviews

Carrie A.Carrie Arnold: Hidden gem tucked away in south Austin

B W.B W: Hidden gem. A little sketchy but you'll likely be the only person back there. Great exploring.

Garage is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

6. Garage

8.5
503 Colorado St, Austin, TX
Cocktail Bar · Downtown Austin · 38 tips and reviews

Jennifer R.Jennifer Ruiz: Hidden bar that's literally inside a parking garage. Very creative cocktails - the Indian Paintbrush and Maybe Tomorrow are my favorites

Irena P.Irena Pierova: in terms of cocktails and vibe - this is one of the best places i've visited in USA (and I visited up to hundred). Try anything from custom list.

Amanda H.Amanda Holly: Great bar and bartenders. Really good drinks. I love finding cool little bars that aren't in 6th street

Zhi Tea is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

7. Zhi Tea

8.6
4607 Bolm Rd, Austin, TX
Tea Room · 17 tips and reviews

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Jeremy H.Jeremy Hunt: Violet femme cold brew, curry chicken sandwich, carrot ginger soup. Interesting and delightful flavors.

Josh A.Josh A: Awesome spot for tea lovers. Great selection of tea. Nice outdoor space to enjoy a pot or two.

Floppy Disk Repair Co is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

8. Floppy Disk Repair Co

8.3
116 E 5th St, Austin, TX
Speakeasy · Downtown Austin · 7 tips and reviews

Yulia K.Yulia K: Aptly hidden location, quirky names of cocktails, goosebumpy atmosphere - a great place to spend time at with friends be it a cozy one on one or a chatty group.

Ryan G.Ryan Gallagher: Interesting spot. Very crowded for speakeasy vibe. Cocktails were ok. Wouldn’t rush here

RCRC: Hard to get in to? Yes. Worth the effort? No.

Toy Joy is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

9. Toy Joy

8.1
403 W 2nd St (Guadalupe St.), Austin, TX
Toy Store · Downtown Austin · 53 tips and reviews

Ashley B.Ashley Baxter: Check the area in the back that has all of the mini items, there are some hidden gems!

Social N.Social News Network: If you've nevr been to Toy Joy go for the sole purpose of trying their amazing soft serve! Not everyone know's there is a little cafe in this toy store, and it's a hidden gem.

Sarah P.Sarah Peacock 🎈: Nostalgia & novelty. Great stop to grab a gift for kids or adults.

The Contemporary Austin: Laguna Gloria is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

10. The Contemporary Austin: Laguna Gloria

8.2
3809 W 35th St, Austin, TX
Art Museum · Tarrytown · 1 tip

Evgeniy D.Evgeniy Dankovtsev: Hidden gem of Austin

Rice Bowl Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

11. Rice Bowl Cafe

7.7
11220 N Lamar Blvd (at W Braker Ln), Austin, TX
Chinese Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

NatNat: The menu is mostly American Chinese food, but there are a few hidden gems: try the three cup chicken and the roast beef rolls.

Andee D.Andee Derby-Aguilera: Always a perfect 10 here. This is one of those hidden gems .. I love it!

DayaDaya: Homemade noodles are the best! I love this restaurant, everything is sooo good

Mattie's at Green Pastures is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

12. Mattie's at Green Pastures

8.7
811 W Live Oak St, Austin, TX
American Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 11 tips and reviews

Jenny H.Jenny Hart: Hidden gem! Great birthday dinner with my besties. Thanks for the candle in my insanely good dessert 🙏🏼

AmateurConciergeAmateurConcierge: Man what delicious trimmings. The cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, Caesar, baked potatoes, biscuits…

Jeane D.Jeane Dodson: Fried chicken

Eldorado Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

13. Eldorado Cafe

8.8
3300 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · North Shoal Creek · 18 tips and reviews

Scott F.Scott Francis: Try it all there are a lot of hidden gems on this menu.

Kelsey N.Kelsey Nussbaum: Great new addition to the Tex-mex scene. Very good service and reasonably priced.

Susan R.Susan Rice: The nachoes were really good. The service was great. The enchiladas verde were pretty good you get 3 so be aware. They have multiple salsa we had the medium it was really nice and smoky.

SH Donuts is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

14. SH Donuts

8.5
Manor Rd, Austin, TX
Donut Shop · East MLK · 19 tips and reviews

SarahSarah: This place is a hidden gem! Fresh and delicious and so cheap. Two kolaches, a croissant, and a donut for less than $5 and all were amazing! Perfect locally-owned quick breakfast stop.

Logan W.Logan West: Excellent service and great donuts at good price. Nice way to start the day. Always stop there on way to/from airport.

Alyssa A.Alyssa A: The best donuts you will ever eat, and the owners are super friendly.

The Arboretum at Great Hills is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Austin.

15. The Arboretum at Great Hills

8.2
10000 Research Blvd (Arboretum Blvd), Austin, TX
Shopping Mall · 12 tips and reviews

Paul O.Paul O'Brien: Most popular Starbucks in Austin is here and the hotel lobby is a hidden gem for those wanted a unique place to work away from the home or office.

Elizabeth H.Elizabeth Hall: Lovely outdoor mall with a sculpture garden and pond area perfect for picnics!

mark p.mark pena: smallest fucking parking lot I've ever seen. I was like Austin god damn powers trying to leave my parking space