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Austin Guidebook

Food Scene

I'm selecting for places close to the condo unless there is something really outstanding across town.
Walking distance to the condo. I like the steak fundido or any of the seafood tacos. Try it with the dona sauce if you like it spicy.
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Tacodeli
4200 N Lamar Blvd
247 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Walking distance to the condo. I like the steak fundido or any of the seafood tacos. Try it with the dona sauce if you like it spicy.
Not your typical sushi restaurant. Interesting and complex combinations. Their sister restaurant, Uchi (the original), is also great but this location is closer.
309 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Uchiko
4200 N Lamar Blvd
309 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Not your typical sushi restaurant. Interesting and complex combinations. Their sister restaurant, Uchi (the original), is also great but this location is closer.
This place brought good ramen to the Austin food scene.
502 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Ramen Tatsu-Ya
1234 S Lamar Blvd
502 (рекомендации местных жителей)
This place brought good ramen to the Austin food scene.
My favorite BBQ place in Austin. The brisket is a must and the sides are especially good as well. I like the garlicky green beans and Mac and cheese.
372 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Terry Black's Barbecue
1003 Barton Springs Rd
372 (рекомендации местных жителей)
My favorite BBQ place in Austin. The brisket is a must and the sides are especially good as well. I like the garlicky green beans and Mac and cheese.
Korean BBQ within walking distance to the condo.
19 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Korea House Restaurant
2700 W Anderson Ln
19 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Korean BBQ within walking distance to the condo.
Simple backyard burger done really well with solid fries and shakes. I like it better than chains like In-n-out or even local favorite P. Terry's. P. Terry's is in walking distance, though.
15 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Mighty Fine Burgers
10515 N Mopac Expy
15 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Simple backyard burger done really well with solid fries and shakes. I like it better than chains like In-n-out or even local favorite P. Terry's. P. Terry's is in walking distance, though.
Small unique and tasty dishes. Tasting menu only
153 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Barley Swine
6555 Burnet Rd
153 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Small unique and tasty dishes. Tasting menu only
Awesome neighborhood coffee place
22 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Barrett's Coffee
713 W St Johns Ave
22 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Awesome neighborhood coffee place
This bakery has really great light milk breads and cream cakes. My favorite is the blueberry cream bread.
18 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Tous Les Jours
6808 N Lamar Blvd
18 (рекомендации местных жителей)
This bakery has really great light milk breads and cream cakes. My favorite is the blueberry cream bread.
Huge patio and the perfect place to spend an afternoon having drinks with yummy bread, meat, and cheese. Happy hour all day on Monday
53 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Easy Tiger Linc
6406 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd
53 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Huge patio and the perfect place to spend an afternoon having drinks with yummy bread, meat, and cheese. Happy hour all day on Monday
I haven't been but many of my friends like it and say they have the best migas. Multiple locations around town.
314 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Veracruz All Natural Food Truck
2505 Webberville Road
314 (рекомендации местных жителей)
I haven't been but many of my friends like it and say they have the best migas. Multiple locations around town.
Great brunch (or dinner) place about 1/2 mile from the condo. Combination of Southern and Tex-Mex. If you have never experienced the joy of a chicken fried steak/chicken/pork chop, here is your chance.
25 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Jack Allen's Kitchen
3010 West Anderson Lane
25 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Great brunch (or dinner) place about 1/2 mile from the condo. Combination of Southern and Tex-Mex. If you have never experienced the joy of a chicken fried steak/chicken/pork chop, here is your chance.
This is in the downtown area so a bit of a drive but it has the best empanadas and chimichurri. All their other items are good too.
143 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Buenos Aires Café
1201 E 6th St
143 (рекомендации местных жителей)
This is in the downtown area so a bit of a drive but it has the best empanadas and chimichurri. All their other items are good too.
Fantastic Neapolitan style pizza about a mile from the condo. Half off pies during happy hour.
70 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Bufalina Due
6555 Burnet Rd
70 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Fantastic Neapolitan style pizza about a mile from the condo. Half off pies during happy hour.
Great place for pre or post bar hopping, especially if you are out and about in East Austin. Yummy kebabs that will hit the spot.
64 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Kebabalicious
1311 E 7th St
64 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Great place for pre or post bar hopping, especially if you are out and about in East Austin. Yummy kebabs that will hit the spot.
Great seafood stand inside Lavaca Street bar. Best fried shrimp poboy and blackened fish tacos in town. Hefty portions.
17 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Turf N' Surf Po Boy
407 Lavaca St
17 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Great seafood stand inside Lavaca Street bar. Best fried shrimp poboy and blackened fish tacos in town. Hefty portions.
Tasty and local neighborhood Tex-Mex restaurant. Friendly staff
32 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Eldorado Cafe
3300 W Anderson Ln
32 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Tasty and local neighborhood Tex-Mex restaurant. Friendly staff
Fun, divy neighborhood bar within walking distance of the condo. Pizza place attached.
93 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Lala's Little Nugget
2207 Justin Ln
93 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Fun, divy neighborhood bar within walking distance of the condo. Pizza place attached.
Neighborhood NY style pizza and sandwiches. Great for lunch
133 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Little Deli & Pizzeria
7101 Woodrow Ave
133 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Neighborhood NY style pizza and sandwiches. Great for lunch
Fancy burgers and fries.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
Fancy burgers and fries.
Small divey cocktail bar in the Northloop neighborhood
74 (рекомендации местных жителей)
The Tigress Pub
100 W N Loop Blvd
74 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Small divey cocktail bar in the Northloop neighborhood
Fast casual Indian place near the condo. When you need some curry in a pinch.
17 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Tarka Indian Kitchen
2525 W Anderson Ln
17 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Fast casual Indian place near the condo. When you need some curry in a pinch.
Cute sunny airy place for brunch. Coastal vibe
35 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Tiny Boxwoods Austin
1503 W 35th St
35 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Cute sunny airy place for brunch. Coastal vibe

Sightseeing

Close drive from the condo. There are some stairs but you are rewarded with some great views of the hill country.
1082 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Гора Боннелл
1082 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Close drive from the condo. There are some stairs but you are rewarded with some great views of the hill country.
Nice easy hike through the hill country.  Small waterfalls.  Clearly marked trail.
48 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Заповедник Wild Basin
805 N Capital of Texas Hwy
48 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Nice easy hike through the hill country.  Small waterfalls.  Clearly marked trail.  
Trail around Lady Bird Lake that runs on the border of downtown and south Austin.  Nice area for walking and biking. Go for a short trip or do the whole loop (about 10 miles)
257 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Ann And Roy Butler Hike And Bike Trail
257 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Trail around Lady Bird Lake that runs on the border of downtown and south Austin.  Nice area for walking and biking. Go for a short trip or do the whole loop (about 10 miles)
Good for biking, walking, rollerblading, etc. There is a northern and southern trail. The northern trail is ~6.5 miles of unpaved dirt trails and some paved sections. The southern trail is ~8.5 miles of nicely paved trail.
Walnut Creek Trail
Walnut Creek Trail
Good for biking, walking, rollerblading, etc. There is a northern and southern trail. The northern trail is ~6.5 miles of unpaved dirt trails and some paved sections. The southern trail is ~8.5 miles of nicely paved trail.
Located in Zilker Park, this is quintessential Austin. It's known for it's frigid spring water even at the height of summer. I haven't been in a long time because it got very crowded but I would be remiss not to mention it.
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Located in Zilker Park, this is quintessential Austin. It's known for it's frigid spring water even at the height of summer. I haven't been in a long time because it got very crowded but I would be remiss not to mention it.

Shopping

Fancier version of HEB. Extensive selection of epicurean food items and all around great grocery store.
765 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Central Market
4477 S Lamar Blvd
765 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Fancier version of HEB. Extensive selection of epicurean food items and all around great grocery store.
Small Japanese store about a 30 min walk from the condo for snacks and asian groceries.
Asahi Imports
6105 Burnet Rd
Small Japanese store about a 30 min walk from the condo for snacks and asian groceries.
In a pinch, it's around the corner (5 minute walk)
41 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Walmart Supercenter
12900 N Interstate Hwy 35
41 (рекомендации местных жителей)
In a pinch, it's around the corner (5 minute walk)
Big, fancy, newer area with higher end stores and restaurants.
126 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Domain NORTHSIDE
11821 Rock Rose Ave
126 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Big, fancy, newer area with higher end stores and restaurants.

Neighborhoods

Great shopping and strolling area. Generally between Nellie street and Mary. It is eclectic and trendy with restaurants and shops.
650 (рекомендации местных жителей)
South Congress
650 (рекомендации местных жителей)
Great shopping and strolling area. Generally between Nellie street and Mary. It is eclectic and trendy with restaurants and shops.

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Bats at Sunset

Many people come to see the bats fly out at sunset from the Congress Avenue Bridge. This can get really crowded and unpleasant (Texas heat). I recommend renting a kayak and watching the bats from below (watch out for bat poop). Check online for when the bats are around as it is seasonal.
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Mueller Famer's Market

Huge farmer's market on Sunday. Lots of farms and local food purveyors.
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6th Street and nightlife

Also known as "Dirty 6th". This is the best known going out area and refers to the section of 6th street between Brazos and I-35. It has a college kid/touristy vibe. It might be interesting to walk through but I like the Rainey street area or bars on East 6th (between San Marcos and Chicon) better to hang out in and actually get decent cocktails. Alternatively, there are some neighborhood bars worth checking out: The Tigress, The Local Post, Lala's, The Common Interest, Barfly's, etc.
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Flipflops

It's hot. Everyone (at least the locals) wears them for all occasions.