Portia’s guidebook to South Austin
City/town information
Austin
Neighborhoods
South Austin is south of the river and includes South Congress and Zilker Park. This is where Austin's reputation as the "Live Music Capital of the World" earns its merit. It is known for its "weird" Austin atmosphere and ties to the music and food culture.
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South Austin
South Austin is south of the river and includes South Congress and Zilker Park. This is where Austin's reputation as the "Live Music Capital of the World" earns its merit. It is known for its "weird" Austin atmosphere and ties to the music and food culture.
Food scene
Great breakfast. You can spend as little or as much as you want and will not be disappointed. There is a line on weekends, but mainly because you order and pay, then seat yourself, and it is worth the wait. They often have someone playing music live on the weekends.
https://www.hideawayatx.com/
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Hideaway Kitchen and Bar
4323 North Interstate 35 Frontage RoadGreat breakfast. You can spend as little or as much as you want and will not be disappointed. There is a line on weekends, but mainly because you order and pay, then seat yourself, and it is worth the wait. They often have someone playing music live on the weekends.
https://www.hideawayatx.com/
This little known spot is a romantic unique treasure. The brisket raviolis are amazing. The service is great and the bartenders know how to make a craft cocktail. Don't be put off by its shopping center location. Reservations are recommended.
https://www.cafemaltaaustin.com/
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Cafe Malta
3421 W William Cannon DrThis little known spot is a romantic unique treasure. The brisket raviolis are amazing. The service is great and the bartenders know how to make a craft cocktail. Don't be put off by its shopping center location. Reservations are recommended.
https://www.cafemaltaaustin.com/
Music
They have live music every night and a juke box of classics that is fun to play. The place is very large and has a huge out back area with food trucks. Although there is often a cover charge, I have never paid over $10.
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Sagebrush
5500 South Congress AvenueThey have live music every night and a juke box of classics that is fun to play. The place is very large and has a huge out back area with food trucks. Although there is often a cover charge, I have never paid over $10.
This family run venue serves beer and wine coolers and often has free bands or a DJ (sometimes there is a cover for special events, but I have never paid over $10). They also host other events, such as classic car shows and art fairs. The majority of the venue is outdoors and they have food trucks on the property and plenty of parking. It is hit and miss as far as knowing if live entertainment is happening. But stop in and find out. If it is a slow night, and you feel out of place, introduce yourself. You will have new friends before you leave. This is an all ages establishment, but far more kid friendly during day time events.
Manchaca Springs Saloon
737 Farm to Market 1626This family run venue serves beer and wine coolers and often has free bands or a DJ (sometimes there is a cover for special events, but I have never paid over $10). They also host other events, such as classic car shows and art fairs. The majority of the venue is outdoors and they have food trucks on the property and plenty of parking. It is hit and miss as far as knowing if live entertainment is happening. But stop in and find out. If it is a slow night, and you feel out of place, introduce yourself. You will have new friends before you leave. This is an all ages establishment, but far more kid friendly during day time events.