Guidebook for Austin
Food Scene
Good mexican food, margaritas and possible celebrity sightings
398 persone del luogo consigliano
Güero's Taco Bar
1412 S Congress AveGood mexican food, margaritas and possible celebrity sightings
Bobo's Snack Bar
3850 Airport BoulevardGreat brunch spot
Taverna
258 W 2nd StRisotto, $1 mimosas & bellinis during brunch
Swift's Attic
315 Congress AveSmall plate restaurant, nice for sharing
G'Raj Mahal
73 Rainey StDelicious indian food, outdoor seating
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
1400 S Congress AveSome of the best burgers in town
Perla's
1400 S Congress AveAmazing seafood, beautiful restaurant and patio
ThunderCloud Subs
2308 Lake Austin BlvdLocal Austin chain, quick and cheap sandwiches
Home Slice Pizza
1415 S Congress AveGreat pizza for sit-down or on the go
Dominican Joe
Good coffee, food, and nice place to work remotely
Doc's Motorworks
1123 South Congress AvenueBig patio for sunny days
Jo's Coffee
1300 S Congress AveTry an iced turbo! Good for working and people watching
Freebirds World Burrito
515 S Congress AveWalking distance burritos
Drinks & Nightlife
Aussie's
306 Barton Springs RdSand volleyball and bar
Ego's Bar
510 S Congress AveDive bar with karaoke
W Austin
200 Lavaca StGood food, cool bar
Elephant Room
315 Congress AveJazz, underground, 7 days a week
Cedar Door Patio Bar and Grill
201 Brazos StreetBest mexican martini in town
THE BLACKHEART
86 Rainey StOne of my favorite bars on Rainey Street
The Continental Gallery
1313 S Congress AveGreat live music spot
Hotel San Jose Lounge
1316 S Congress AvePretty little spot for happy hour
Entertainment & Activities
Old fashioned candy store, also serving ice cream and shakes
91 persone del luogo consigliano
Big Top Candy Shop
1706 S Congress AveOld fashioned candy store, also serving ice cream and shakes
Everything Else
Centro Congressi di Austin
500 E Cesar Chavez StSXSW interactive hub
Sightseeing
Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue
210 Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike TrailGood photo opp