Guidebook for Austin
Food Scene
One of the coolest spots in Austin for Indian food and great live music (and a great beer selection!)
267 locals recommend
Whip in
1950 S I-35 Frontage RdOne of the coolest spots in Austin for Indian food and great live music (and a great beer selection!)
Home Slice Pizza
1415 S Congress AveAmazing pizza - open late on the weekends! (3am)
South Congress Cafe
1600 S Congress AveFabulous brunch! Cool bar too.
Perla's
1400 S Congress AveBest seafood in Austin according to lots of people!
One of only a couple of TOMS stores in the country! Cool stuff and great coffee and hang space.
61 locals recommend
TOMS Austin
1401 S Congress AveOne of only a couple of TOMS stores in the country! Cool stuff and great coffee and hang space.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
1400 S Congress AveThere's usually a wait to eat...but it's well worth it!
And Austin original! Great Tex mex and really awesome margaritas!
398 locals recommend
Güero's Taco Bar
1412 S Congress AveAnd Austin original! Great Tex mex and really awesome margaritas!
Freebirds World Burrito
515 S Congress AveTotally awesome burritos!
Magnolia Cafe
1920 S Congress AveAn Austin original - open 24 hours.
Wahoo's Fish Taco
1722 S Congress AvePretty awesome spot with great food!
Shopping
Simply put - one of the coolest shops on planet earth. As seen on TV.
194 locals recommend
Uncommon Objects
1602 Fort View RdSimply put - one of the coolest shops on planet earth. As seen on TV.
Lucy in Disguise with Diamonds
1506 S Congress AveFamous costume / clothing store!
Drinks & Nightlife
What happens with a dive bar meet karaoke? you'll have to show up to find out.
98 locals recommend
Ego's Bar
510 S Congress AveWhat happens with a dive bar meet karaoke? you'll have to show up to find out.
One of the coolest places in town - great music and awesome atmosphere. Funky austin vibe.
242 locals recommend
C-Boys Heart and Soul
2008 S Congress AveOne of the coolest places in town - great music and awesome atmosphere. Funky austin vibe.
Everything Else
Birds Barbershop
2110 S Lamar BlvdGreat haircuts for all styles! Free beer while you wait!
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
525 N Lamar BlvdWorld Headquarters for Whole Foods!
Entertainment & Activities
Don't miss Barton Springs when you're in Austin! It's the 8th wonder of the world. Ok maybe not - but still awesome!
2454 locals recommend
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrDon't miss Barton Springs when you're in Austin! It's the 8th wonder of the world. Ok maybe not - but still awesome!
Great trails that go all around the river (which they call a lake for some reason). Great way to explore Austin!
48 locals recommend
Zilker Park Hike and Bike Trail
Great trails that go all around the river (which they call a lake for some reason). Great way to explore Austin!
Not much to say here other than make sure you eat dinner before you go here otherwise you'll just order a second scoop and skip dinner.
397 locals recommend
Amys Ice Creams
1301 S Congress AveNot much to say here other than make sure you eat dinner before you go here otherwise you'll just order a second scoop and skip dinner.
Arts & Culture
The Continental Gallery
1313 S Congress AveIconic Austin Music Venue.