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Austin Recs
Winflo Osteria is one of Austin Recs.

1. Winflo Osteria

1315 W 6th St (Winflo Dr. & Pressler St.), Austin, TX
Ristorante italiano · Old West Austin · 42 consigli e recensioni
Jester King Brewery is one of Austin Recs.

2. Jester King Brewery

9.2
13005 Fitzhugh Rd, Austin, TX
Birrificio · 101 consigli e recensioni

Adam S.Adam Shoenfelt: Great outdoor area to enjoy a few of their farmhouse beers. Check out the brewery tours on Saturdays.

St. Elmo Brewing Company is one of Austin Recs.

3. St. Elmo Brewing Company

8.8
440 E Saint Elmo Rd Ste G-2, Austin, TX
Birrificio · South Congress · 10 consigli e recensioni
Austin Beerworks is one of Austin Recs.

4. Austin Beerworks

9.1
3009 Industrial Ter, Austin, TX
Birrificio · North Burnet · 49 consigli e recensioni

Joel G.Joel Goodman: Tasting room is open Wednesday to Sunday in the afternoon/evenings. $10 gets you a glass and 3 pulls.

Hops & Grain is one of Austin Recs.

5. Hops & Grain

507 Calles St (at East 6th Street), Austin, TX
Birrificio · 44 consigli e recensioni

TraciTraci: Hops & Grain makes some of the tastiest craft beers in Austin. They have a large tap room and the tours are always interesting. Get a Zoe for the win!

Live Oak Brewery is one of Austin Recs.

6. Live Oak Brewery

3301 E 5th St (at Allen St), Del Valle, TX
Birrificio · 6 consigli e recensioni

CynthiaCynthia: Free Beer! Do I need to say more. Every Saturday they do free tours of the brewery with free samples...and their samples are not small by any means. Plus the tour guide/employees are fun and exciting. Leggi tutto.

Independence Brewing Co. is one of Austin Recs.

7. Independence Brewing Co.

8.4
3913 Todd Ln #607 (at Hwy 71), Austin, TX
Birrificio · 13 consigli e recensioni

Jo H.Jo Hunter: Great beers are to be found here. The tap room is pretty nice too.

The Elephant Room is one of Austin Recs.

8. The Elephant Room

8.7
315 Congress Ave (at 3rd St.), Austin, TX
Locale Jazz e Blues · Downtown Austin · 72 consigli e recensioni

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: There's no better way to end a night on the town than by going down to this low-ceilinged, atmospheric basement club to enjoy live jazz and a drink or three.

Whip In Convenience Store & Pub is one of Austin Recs.

9. Whip In Convenience Store & Pub

8.9
1950 S Interstate 35 (at Mariposa Dr), Austin, TX
Negozietto nei paraggi · 134 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: The convenience store/liquor store/Indian restaurant combo is odd, but that's what makes it quintessentially Austin. The naan sandwiches are what earned it a place on our list. [Eater 38 Member] Leggi tutto.

Barton Springs Pool is one of Austin Recs.

10. Barton Springs Pool

9.4
2101 Barton Springs Rd (at William Barton Dr), Austin, TX
Piscina · Barton Hills · 212 consigli e recensioni

HISTORYHISTORY: Three acres in size, the pool is fed from under ground springs and is on average 68 degrees year round. Over the years it has drawn people from all walks of life.

Hamilton Pool Nature Preserve is one of Austin Recs.

11. Hamilton Pool Nature Preserve

8.5
24300 Hamilton Pool Rd, Dripping Springs, TX
Riserva naturale · 41 consigli e recensioni

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: Rimming one edge of the clear blue-green waters are a limestone grotto and a 50-foot waterfall; here you can play in the shower or find a shady seat on the rocks beneath its overhang. Leggi tutto.

Trudy's South Star is one of Austin Recs.

12. Trudy's South Star

7.7
901 Little Texas Ln Ste C (I-35), Austin, TX
Ristorante messicano · South Congress · 116 consigli e recensioni
Sno-Beach Hawaiian Shaved Ice is one of Austin Recs.

13. Sno-Beach Hawaiian Shaved Ice

412 Sterzing St, Austin, TX
Posto da snack · Bouldin Creek · 35 consigli e recensioni

Erin B.Erin Bach: Best Snow Cone!

Justine's Brasserie is one of Austin Recs.

14. Justine's Brasserie

8.7
4710 E 5th St, Austin, TX
Ristorante francese · 108 consigli e recensioni

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: This no-frills brasserie perched in a remodeled 1930s bungalow serves authentic Gallic comfort food and (more importantly?) people-gawking until the early-morning hours. Leggi tutto.

Kemuri Tatsu-ya is one of Austin Recs.

15. Kemuri Tatsu-ya

8.9
2713 E 2nd St (at Pleasant Valley Rd), Austin, TX
Ristorante giapponese · 36 consigli e recensioni
Whisler's is one of Austin Recs.

16. Whisler's

9.0
1816 E 6th St (at Chicon St), Austin, TX
Cocktail bar · 81 consigli e recensioni

ThrillistThrillist: The perfect outdoor drinking destination. Nothing beats watching the sunset with a frosty drink in hand.

Kitty Cohen's is one of Austin Recs.

17. Kitty Cohen's

8.9
2211 Webberville Rd, Austin, TX
Cocktail bar · Central East Austin · 13 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: The retro bar with a breezy attitude serves up low-ABV drinks, punches, and frozen concoctions along Webberville Road with ample patio space and a shallow pool, where guests are encouraged to dip in. Leggi tutto.

Spider House Patio Bar & Cafe is one of Austin Recs.

18. Spider House Patio Bar & Cafe

2908 Fruth St (at W 29th St), Austin, TX
Bar · North University · 186 consigli e recensioni

Examiner.comExaminer.com: If you want a drink and dont feel like partying on 6th street, come to Spider House. An Austin original, now under second owners, provides full service bar and restraunt with the local and laid back Leggi tutto.

Hotel Vegas is one of Austin Recs.

19. Hotel Vegas

8.7
1500 E 6th St (Onion St), Austin, TX
Luogo per concerti · 21 consigli e recensioni

Matthew K.Matthew K: Cool backyard with live music. Great intimate indoor space for a sweaty beer covered live music experience as well.

Stay Gold is one of Austin Recs.

20. Stay Gold

8.6
1910 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX
Bar · 15 consigli e recensioni

Greg A.Greg Ackerman: Great cocktails, comfortable room, fantastic outdoor patio and live music several nights a week. Oh, there's also a good food trailer, Toaster there too.

Contigo Austin is one of Austin Recs.

21. Contigo Austin

2027 Anchor Ln (btwn Manor Rd and Manorwood Rd), Austin, TX
Ristorante americano · MLK · 103 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Contigo's beer garden, craft cocktails and locally sourced, inventive food from Chef Andrew Wiseheart embody everything that's key to a great Austin restaurant right this second. [Eater 38 Member]

Foreign & Domestic is one of Austin Recs.

22. Foreign & Domestic

8.4
306 E 53rd St, Austin, TX
Ristorante americano · North Loop · 76 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Chef Ned Elliott's inventive seasonal cuisine and wife Jodi's stellar desserts make this neighborhood spot a winner. Also a great for brunch. [Eater 38 Member]

Rosita's Al Pastor is one of Austin Recs.

23. Rosita's Al Pastor

8.3
1911 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX
Ristorante messicano · Riverside · 25 consigli e recensioni

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: Al pastor pork is a must: glistening red from a dry-chile marinade, citrusy, charred, & tender; on a homemade flour tortilla and doused with an amazing green salsa – a contender for the best in town.

Olamaie is one of Austin Recs.

24. Olamaie

7.5
1610 San Antonio St (17th St.), Austin, TX
Ristorante con cucina degli Stati Uniti del Sud · Downtown Austin · 20 consigli e recensioni

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: You're not going to get heaping plates of fried meat and stewed greens here. Instead, you'll get artfully plated, modest portions of high-end ingredients for a very refined Southern cuisine. Leggi tutto.

Magnolia Cafe is one of Austin Recs.

25. Magnolia Cafe

2304 Lake Austin Blvd (at Upson St.), Austin, TX
Tavola Calda · West Austin · 134 consigli e recensioni

SPINSPIN: Hands down the BEST place for drunk munchies! Wander in at 5am and you might just share a table with MGMT or Amazing Baby. Order the Magnolia Mud, sounds disgusting-- but it's delicious.

Torchy's Tacos is one of Austin Recs.

26. Torchy's Tacos

8.9
1822 S Congress Ave (at W Mary St), Austin, TX
Ristorante di taco · Bouldin Creek · 72 consigli e recensioni

Arsen B.Arsen Batyuchok: Best tacos I've ever tried in my life. Seriously.

Lady Bird Lake is one of Austin Recs.

27. Lady Bird Lake

9.3
Lady Bird Lake Trail (West Riverside Drive), Austin, TX
Lago · Downtown Austin · 59 consigli e recensioni

Elizabeth H.Elizabeth Hall: Beautiful lake serves as natural boundary between North Austin & South Austin. Congress Ave that leads from the Capitol building, becomes S. Congress Ave on other side of the Congress Bridge.

Cheer Up Charlie's is one of Austin Recs.

28. Cheer Up Charlie's

8.8
900 Red River St (at 9th St), Austin, TX
Bar per gay · Downtown Austin · 48 consigli e recensioni

Candra C.Candra Cole: Friendly people, great drinks, festive decor, happy vibes. One of the best bars in Austin.

Odd Duck is one of Austin Recs.

29. Odd Duck

9.1
1201 S Lamar Blvd (Gibson St W), Austin, TX
Nuovo ristorante americano · Zilker · 130 consigli e recensioni

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: This shiny, ultramodern brick-and-mortar matches the adventurous, farm-to-table cuisine. The superlative wine, beer, and cocktail list harmonizes with the whims of Bryce Gilmore's daily changing menu.

Launderette is one of Austin Recs.

30. Launderette

9.1
2115 Holly St, Austin, TX
Ristorante con cucina degli Stati Uniti del Sud · 83 consigli e recensioni

Divya M.Divya Mulanjur: Great weekend brunch. The fried oyster Florentine and burger stand out. They don't accept reservation for small groups but the wait isn't too long. They also have parking.

Toy Joy is one of Austin Recs.

31. Toy Joy

8.2
403 W 2nd St (Guadalupe St.), Austin, TX
Negozio di giocattoli · Downtown Austin · 53 consigli e recensioni

RyanRyan: This is a great toy store where you can act like a kid for a change. Find everything from glow-in-the-dark Jesus products to Japanese imports. Ice cream parlor and parking in the back.

Hillside Farmacy is one of Austin Recs.

32. Hillside Farmacy

8.4
1209 E 11th St (Rosewood), Austin, TX
Ristorante · Central East Austin · 90 consigli e recensioni

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: The atmosphere – we're tempted to say "art direction" – is superb, and the food's splendid, too. Meats and produce genuinely are farm fresh, often picked in the morning at neighboring urban farms. Leggi tutto.

Barbarella is one of Austin Recs.

33. Barbarella

8.2
615 Red River St (btwn 6th and 7th), Austin, TX
Discoteca · Downtown Austin · 96 consigli e recensioni

MichelleMichelle: The best night to go is Tuesday for TuesGayz. The music is awesome. The dance floor is packed. But beware, you will be a hot sweaty mess by the end of the night.

Lenoir is one of Austin Recs.

34. Lenoir

8.6
1807 S 1st St, Austin, TX
Nuovo ristorante americano · Bouldin Creek · 39 consigli e recensioni

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: French technique, exotic ingredients, a judicious use of spice and heat, and strong Southeast Asian and Northern African influences on the three-course prix fixe menu distinguish this upscale option. Leggi tutto.

Bufalina is one of Austin Recs.

35. Bufalina

1519 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX
Pizzeria · 59 consigli e recensioni

EaterEater: Bufalina raised the bar on Austin's pizza scene. Perfectly executed Neapolitan has won the hearts and minds of diners around town. Their salads are expertly sourced as well. [Eater 38 Member]

Barley Swine is one of Austin Recs.

36. Barley Swine

8.9
6555 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX
Nuovo ristorante americano · Brentwood · 16 consigli e recensioni

Cubby T.Cubby Tig: Holy crap this place is good. Have you eaten here yet? If the answer is no, punch yourself in the face. And then make a reservation

Veracruz All Natural is one of Austin Recs.

37. Veracruz All Natural

9.1
2505 Webberville Rd, Austin, TX
Ristorante di taco · Central East Austin · 107 consigli e recensioni

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: In addition to wispy, fruit-flavored shaved ice, this stand also sells homemade aguas frescas, fruit smoothies, Mexican-style fruit salads, tempting pork tortas, and divine migas tacos.

BBQ Village (Line outside Franklin BBQ) is one of Austin Recs.

38. BBQ Village (Line outside Franklin BBQ)

Austin, TX
Fila · Central East Austin · 2 consigli e recensioni

FacePaulm R.FacePaulm Revere: hang in there it's worth it

Peter Pan Mini Golf is one of Austin Recs.

39. Peter Pan Mini Golf

8.3
1207 Barton Springs Rd (Lamar Blvd), Austin, TX
Campo da mini golf · Zilker · 62 consigli e recensioni

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: Grab your portable mini-bar because this is BYOB. Then go, play mini golf and revel in the kitschy wonder of it all. Also: bring cash. Leggi tutto.

The Salt Lick is one of Austin Recs.

40. The Salt Lick

9.3
18300 Farm to Market Rd 1826, Driftwood, TX
Locale per barbecue · 425 consigli e recensioni

Mike L.Mike Lewinsky: Go to the Salt Lick BBQ, the original one in Driftwood. Skip the others (especially the airport one). Make sure to try the spicy barbeque sauce. Go HUNGRY.

unBARlievable is one of Austin Recs.

41. unBARlievable

6.2
76 Rainey St, Austin, TX
Bar · Downtown Austin · 15 consigli e recensioni

Steph S.Steph Schneider: Perhaps the most wonderfully whimsical bar in existence. There's a slide!

Batch Craft Beer And Kolaches is one of Austin Recs.

42. Batch Craft Beer And Kolaches

8.7
3220 Manor Rd, Austin, TX
Panetteria · MLK · 18 consigli e recensioni

Josiah David C.Josiah David Chapman: Amazing selection of homemade Kolaches and an even more extensive selection of craft beer! The service is great and the coffee ain't bad either. Pricey but worth it.

Ramen Tatsu-ya is one of Austin Recs.

43. Ramen Tatsu-ya

8.9
1234 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Ristorante di ramen · Zilker · 72 consigli e recensioni

Drew M.Drew M: Extremely rich ramen. But one gem is they have the best Japanese curry in town (imo), and it's a filling side/bowl for like $4.

Micklethwait Craft Meats is one of Austin Recs.

44. Micklethwait Craft Meats

8.7
1309 Rosewood Ave, Austin, TX
Furgone gastronomia · Central East Austin · 89 consigli e recensioni

Stone S.Stone Slade: Skip the longer wait lines at Franklin's & La BBQ... Mickelthwait's Craft Meats is for real

Uchi is one of Austin Recs.

45. Uchi

9.1
801 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Ristorante giapponese · Zilker · 227 consigli e recensioni

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: When executive chef and owner Tyson Cole first opened shop in 2003, Uchi instantly became both a sushi and a fine-dining game changer. Quality and craft still out of this world. Reservations a must.

Josephine House is one of Austin Recs.

46. Josephine House

9.1
1601 Waterston Ave (at W Lynn St), Austin, TX
Bar Caffè · Old West Austin · 39 consigli e recensioni

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: Staged with Southern Living nostalgia, Josephine House is the type of place where you can easily dither away the afternoon sipping iced teas and grazing on cool melon salads. Pricey, but worth it. Leggi tutto.

Elizabeth St. Café is one of Austin Recs.

47. Elizabeth St. Café

9.0
1501 S 1st St (at Elizabeth St.), Austin, TX
Ristorante vietnamita · Bouldin Creek · 173 consigli e recensioni

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: Vietnamese cuisine made with grass-fed meats, pastured eggs, local organic produce, and seafood fresh from the Gulf makes us happy, but not as happy as the dreamy drip coffee served iced or hot.

LeRoy & Lewis is one of Austin Recs.

48. LeRoy & Lewis

121 Pickle Rd, Austin, TX
Locale per barbecue · 15 consigli e recensioni

Erin G.Erin G: Great, creative BBQ. Beef rib was incredible and tri tip fried rice was uniquely amazing.

The Continental Club is one of Austin Recs.

49. The Continental Club

8.8
1315 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX
Rock club · 70 consigli e recensioni

Visit AustinVisit Austin: The Granddaddy of all local music venues, the Continental Club has enjoyed a coast-to-coast reputation as the premiere club for live music in Austin since 1957.

Broken Spoke is one of Austin Recs.

50. Broken Spoke

7.9
3201 S Lamar Blvd (at Westrock Dr.), Austin, TX
Taverna · South Lamar · 67 consigli e recensioni

Visit AustinVisit Austin: The Broken Spoke is Texas' most definitive dance hall. If you're ever in Austin, stop by for some traditional country music by some "real" country musicians.

Lucy In Disguise With Diamonds is one of Austin Recs.

51. Lucy In Disguise With Diamonds

8.6
1506 S Congress Ave (W Elizabeth St), Austin, TX
Negozio di costumi per travestimenti · Bouldin Creek · 34 consigli e recensioni

Anieca B.Anieca Bishop: BEST place to go for costumes, very large selection and good prices. Rentals are the way to go!

Allens Boots is one of Austin Recs.

52. Allens Boots

8.4
1522 S Congress Ave (at Monroe St), Austin, TX
Negozio di calzature · Bouldin Creek · 38 consigli e recensioni

Internet E.Internet Explorer: Need some new duds? Check out this place’s selection of boots, spurs, and just about anything else a cowboy could want/need.

53. Amy's Ice Creams

8.6
1301 S Congress Ave (at The Cir), Austin, TX
Gelateria · 93 consigli e recensioni

Ted P.Ted Power: Best ice cream. Also: chances are your ice-cream scooper is stoned out of his or her gourd.

Big Top Candy Shop is one of Austin Recs.

54. Big Top Candy Shop

8.7
1706 S Congress Ave (at Milton St.), Austin, TX
Negozio di dolciumi · Bouldin Creek · 81 consigli e recensioni

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: This place is jam-packed with every candy you can possibly imagine. Watch as kids come in and their jaws drop. It's a candy fantasy come true. Leggi tutto.

Zilker Park is one of Austin Recs.

55. Zilker Park

9.5
2168 Lou Neff Rd, Austin, TX
Parco · Barton Hills · 157 consigli e recensioni

Tim S.Tim Steckler: go for a swim, fly a kite

BookPeople is one of Austin Recs.

56. BookPeople

9.4
603 N Lamar Blvd (at 6th St.), Austin, TX
Libreria · Downtown Austin · 122 consigli e recensioni

Austin American-StatesmanAustin American-Statesman: Indie bookseller since 1970, BookPeople is a winner of Bookstore of the Year by Publisher’s Weekly. Employee-written reviews, a coffee shop and tons of book signings and events make it a must-see.

Bennu Coffee is one of Austin Recs.

57. Bennu Coffee

8.0
2001 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd (at Poquito St.), Austin, TX
Coffee-shop · 127 consigli e recensioni
Revolution Spirits is one of Austin Recs.

58. Revolution Spirits

7.4
12345 Pauls Valley Rd Ste G, Austin, TX
Distilleria · 2 consigli e recensioni
Last Stand Brewing Company is one of Austin Recs.

59. Last Stand Brewing Company

8.1
12345 Pauls Valley Rd, Austin, TX
Birrificio · 6 consigli e recensioni

Cristina T.Cristina Tanner: Excellent craft beers!

The Roosevelt Room is one of Austin Recs.

60. The Roosevelt Room

9.3
307 W 5th St Unit-B, Austin, TX
Cocktail bar · Downtown Austin · 26 consigli e recensioni
Geraldine's is one of Austin Recs.

61. Geraldine's

8.1
605 Davis St, Austin, TX
Ristorante americano · Downtown Austin · 14 consigli e recensioni

Dre S.Dre Sanchez: Wonderful place, great selection of drinks at the bar. Everything on the menu is delicious, specially the grouper and the Texas strip steak... Also, make sure to ask for Katie (the best)!

Bullfight is one of Austin Recs.

62. Bullfight

4807 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX
Ristorante con specialità tapas · Hyde Park · 10 consigli e recensioni

Kaustubh T.Kaustubh Thirumalai: One of my best brunch experiences in Austin! Fantastic menu and fantastic fare! The trout especially stood out...

Wu Chow is one of Austin Recs.

63. Wu Chow

8.8
500 W 5th St (5th & San Antonio), Austin, TX
Ristorante cinese · Downtown Austin · 40 consigli e recensioni

Divya M.Divya Mulanjur: Soup dumplings are amazing! The cocktails are great too. Some served in fun containers. The place is definitely not cheap.

The Contemporary Austin: Jones Center is one of Austin Recs.

64. The Contemporary Austin: Jones Center

8.5
700 Congress Ave (at 7th St), Austin, TX
Museo d'arte · Downtown Austin · 28 consigli e recensioni

GOODGOOD: This cutting-edge downtown space is a hub of Austin's contemporary art scene, with a special focus on rising local talent and group shows. Awesome. Leggi tutto.

The Contemporary Austin: Laguna Gloria is one of Austin Recs.

65. The Contemporary Austin: Laguna Gloria

8.3
3809 W 35th St, Austin, TX
Museo d'arte · Tarrytown · 1 consiglio
ICOSA is one of Austin Recs.

66. ICOSA

702 Shady Ln Ste 190 (7th St), Austin, TX
Galleria d'arte · 1 consiglio
ArtUs Co is one of Austin Recs.

67. ArtUs Co

7.1
10000 Research Blvd (Great Hills Trail), Austin, TX
Galleria d'arte · 6 consigli e recensioni
Mi Madre's Restaurant is one of Austin Recs.

68. Mi Madre's Restaurant

8.2
2201 Manor Rd (at Coleto St.), Austin, TX
Ristorante messicano · Upper Boggy Creek · 69 consigli e recensioni

Josiah David C.Josiah David Chapman: A fantastic local spot with a wide variety of Tex-Mex offerings in a charming, quaint, neighborhood space. Delicious margs, friendly service (although often slower than I’d like), and a great patio!

Hoover's Cooking is one of Austin Recs.

69. Hoover's Cooking

7.7
2002 Manor Rd (2002 Manor Road), Austin, TX
Locale con specialità pollo fritto · Upper Boggy Creek · 85 consigli e recensioni

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: East Austin native son Hoover Alexander packs 'em in with tempting renditions of Southern comfort food, complemented with a dash of Tex-Mex, a whiff of BBQ smoke, and a pinch of Cajun/Creole spice.

The White Horse is one of Austin Recs.

70. The White Horse

8.7
500 Comal St, Austin, TX
Taverna · 74 consigli e recensioni

Anna W.Anna Weiss: Tacos, live music all week, giant dance floor, pool tables, photo booth, and whiskey on tap. End the night here.