Ariel’s guidebook
Food Favorites
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Favorite BBQ spot is Terry Black's BBQ. We highly recommend the Brisket, the Mexican rice, and the Mac n Cheese.
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Terry Black's Barbecue
1003 Barton Springs RdFavorite BBQ spot is Terry Black's BBQ. We highly recommend the Brisket, the Mexican rice, and the Mac n Cheese.
One of my favorite all-vegan food trucks. They offer breakfast tacos (I always get the #1 add avocado) as well as a dinner menu including mac and cheese, queso and chips, burritos, nachos, etc. Bring your own reusable water bottle already filled up. There is a truck offering coffee and other treats right next to it as well.
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The Vegan Nom
2324 E Cesar Chavez StOne of my favorite all-vegan food trucks. They offer breakfast tacos (I always get the #1 add avocado) as well as a dinner menu including mac and cheese, queso and chips, burritos, nachos, etc. Bring your own reusable water bottle already filled up. There is a truck offering coffee and other treats right next to it as well.
While Hopdoddy isn't exclusive to Austin, this is the first one we'd ever been to. With a line that can extend around the building, and plenty to do around SOCO before or after you've eaten, this burger spot is a local favorite and a must-visit. There are burger options for all (classic, specialty, and veggie), a great draft beer selection (if you like IPAs, go for the Conspiracy Theory), and their Parmesan Truffle Fries are incredible (invest in an extra Truffle Aioli sauce) or if you're feeling sweet/spicy, their Hot Honey and Sage sweet potato fries hit the spot.
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Hopdoddy Burger Bar
1400 S Congress AveWhile Hopdoddy isn't exclusive to Austin, this is the first one we'd ever been to. With a line that can extend around the building, and plenty to do around SOCO before or after you've eaten, this burger spot is a local favorite and a must-visit. There are burger options for all (classic, specialty, and veggie), a great draft beer selection (if you like IPAs, go for the Conspiracy Theory), and their Parmesan Truffle Fries are incredible (invest in an extra Truffle Aioli sauce) or if you're feeling sweet/spicy, their Hot Honey and Sage sweet potato fries hit the spot.
Mr. Natural is an awesome place to grab a vegetarian/vegan lunch and do some computer work (they have free wifi). The staff is super friendly and there are many places to sit with charging outlets nearby. Their menu is huge, I recommend the Vegan Texas Queso, the Mr. Natural burger, and the Tamale Plate. They also have a bakery in-house and make all sorts of special treats, including vegan soft-serve ice cream!
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Mr. Natural
1901 E Cesar Chavez StMr. Natural is an awesome place to grab a vegetarian/vegan lunch and do some computer work (they have free wifi). The staff is super friendly and there are many places to sit with charging outlets nearby. Their menu is huge, I recommend the Vegan Texas Queso, the Mr. Natural burger, and the Tamale Plate. They also have a bakery in-house and make all sorts of special treats, including vegan soft-serve ice cream!
Veggie Heaven offers a fully-vegan Asian-inspired menu, and it is phenomenal. Everything here is good, but we've tried a lot of it. Our favorites include their Cauliflower "Wings" (Thai chili flavor), the Kung Pao Chowmein, the Taipei Lo Mein, and the Thunder Tofu. Their buns are amazing too as well as their Taiwan Pancakes, Fry Rolls (like egg rolls), and their Pot Stickers. They offer a great IPA here that I haven't found anywhere else on draft, it's the 'Zilker Macro IPA'.
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Veggie Heaven
1611 W 5th StVeggie Heaven offers a fully-vegan Asian-inspired menu, and it is phenomenal. Everything here is good, but we've tried a lot of it. Our favorites include their Cauliflower "Wings" (Thai chili flavor), the Kung Pao Chowmein, the Taipei Lo Mein, and the Thunder Tofu. Their buns are amazing too as well as their Taiwan Pancakes, Fry Rolls (like egg rolls), and their Pot Stickers. They offer a great IPA here that I haven't found anywhere else on draft, it's the 'Zilker Macro IPA'.
I can't put into words how much I love this vegan bakery. Their cupcakes are incredibly delicious. My favorite flavors are Strawberry Blonde, Lavender Lemonade, and Confetti. They have non-sweets as well and serve coffee. Did I mention I highly recommend the cupcakes?
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Capital City Bakery
2211 E Cesar Chavez StI can't put into words how much I love this vegan bakery. Their cupcakes are incredibly delicious. My favorite flavors are Strawberry Blonde, Lavender Lemonade, and Confetti. They have non-sweets as well and serve coffee. Did I mention I highly recommend the cupcakes?
Baker St. is a fun hangout with good food and good draft beer selections. They've got a nice patio with an outside bar as well. Inside has dart boards, pool tables, and a few arcade games. It's cozy, friendly, and has the occasional bingo night. This is my go-to if I want fish and chips.
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Baker Street Pub & Grill - South Austin
3003 S Lamar BlvdBaker St. is a fun hangout with good food and good draft beer selections. They've got a nice patio with an outside bar as well. Inside has dart boards, pool tables, and a few arcade games. It's cozy, friendly, and has the occasional bingo night. This is my go-to if I want fish and chips.
NadaMoo! is a non-dairy ice cream brand you can normally find in Whole Foods and the like. They've got an adorable brick and mortar situated on South Lamar; its brick face is painted white with colorful sprinkles adorned to it. Their ice cream is delicious and highly recommended.
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NadaMoo! Scoop Shop
1701 S Lamar BlvdNadaMoo! is a non-dairy ice cream brand you can normally find in Whole Foods and the like. They've got an adorable brick and mortar situated on South Lamar; its brick face is painted white with colorful sprinkles adorned to it. Their ice cream is delicious and highly recommended.
A classic local favorite, Bouldin Creek Cafe has an all-vegetarian menu that is boasting with originality and flavor. From their coffee drinks to their draft beers to their sweet and/or savory meal options that last all day and night, Bouldin has something for everyone. We highly recommend it, but be prepared to wait if you go at peak brunch time. You can always order a drink at the bar while you wait.
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Bouldin Creek Cafe
1900 S 1st StA classic local favorite, Bouldin Creek Cafe has an all-vegetarian menu that is boasting with originality and flavor. From their coffee drinks to their draft beers to their sweet and/or savory meal options that last all day and night, Bouldin has something for everyone. We highly recommend it, but be prepared to wait if you go at peak brunch time. You can always order a drink at the bar while you wait.
Food/Shopping
The house is just south of SoCo (South Congress strip), which has a lot of cool shopping spots and a variety of quality dining options.
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South Congress
The house is just south of SoCo (South Congress strip), which has a lot of cool shopping spots and a variety of quality dining options.
Nightlife
You are also about 4 miles (15 minute drive) South of downtown / 6th street.
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West 6th Street
West 6th StreetYou are also about 4 miles (15 minute drive) South of downtown / 6th street.
Sightseeing
Mount Bonnell has amazing views of Austin and the Colorado River. After parking on the street, it’s a quick walk up some stairs and you’re there.
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Гора Боннелл
Mount Bonnell has amazing views of Austin and the Colorado River. After parking on the street, it’s a quick walk up some stairs and you’re there.
Barton Creek Greenbelt is a great place for a hike and a cool down in a natural swimming hole.
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Barton Creek Greenbelt Trailhead
Barton Creek Greenbelt TrailBarton Creek Greenbelt is a great place for a hike and a cool down in a natural swimming hole.
Group Activities
There is a Top Golf in north Austin. It’s about a 30 minute drive from the house.
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Topgolf
2700 Esperanza CrossingThere is a Top Golf in north Austin. It’s about a 30 minute drive from the house.
Arriving and Departing
The house is about 9 miles (15 minute drive) West of the airport (Austin-Bergstrom International Airport).
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Международный аэропорт Остин-Бергстром
3600 Presidential BlvdThe house is about 9 miles (15 minute drive) West of the airport (Austin-Bergstrom International Airport).
Outdoor Activities
Our favorite Disc Golf course. It's near Barton Creek and it's got great views of the city. The course itself has a great mix of short and long holes. It can get very busy. We recommend downloading the app "U Disc" for course layouts and tips/reviews from other disc-golfers.
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Zilker Park Disc Golf Course
2100 Barton Springs RdOur favorite Disc Golf course. It's near Barton Creek and it's got great views of the city. The course itself has a great mix of short and long holes. It can get very busy. We recommend downloading the app "U Disc" for course layouts and tips/reviews from other disc-golfers.
Another great Disc Golf course that we love. This one is south of the house. It's part of a larger park (Mary Moore Searight) that is quite secluded from the main road. Beware: this course will sometimes be reversed. There are normally Disc Golf veterans hanging around the entrance but this course is difficult for newbies even when it's not reversed. We recommend downloading the app "U Disc" for course layouts and tips/reviews from other disc-golfers.
Mary Moore Disc Golf Course
Another great Disc Golf course that we love. This one is south of the house. It's part of a larger park (Mary Moore Searight) that is quite secluded from the main road. Beware: this course will sometimes be reversed. There are normally Disc Golf veterans hanging around the entrance but this course is difficult for newbies even when it's not reversed. We recommend downloading the app "U Disc" for course layouts and tips/reviews from other disc-golfers.