Guidebook for Austin
Shopping
The District at SoCo
501 E Oltorf StA famous and funky strip of hip bars and restaurants.
Food Scene
Bouldin Creek Cafe
1900 S 1st StCharrming Vegetarian/Ve.gan Restaurant with a patio
Drinks & Nightlife
Groovy, Mid Century themed dive bar. Sister bar to the fabulous Casino El Camino on 6th St
49 locals recommend
Casino South Side
1502 W Ben White BlvdGroovy, Mid Century themed dive bar. Sister bar to the fabulous Casino El Camino on 6th St
This is our new favorite restaurant. Amazing food, cocktails, and atmosphere. The happy hour is unbelievable!
19 locals recommend
Auguste & Marcel Wine Bar
1716 S Congress AveThis is our new favorite restaurant. Amazing food, cocktails, and atmosphere. The happy hour is unbelievable!
Famous Mexican Eatery with lots of charm, a hugebeautiful patio, and terrific Margaritas and Mexican Martinis.
304 locals recommend
Matt's El Rancho
2613 S Lamar BlvdFamous Mexican Eatery with lots of charm, a hugebeautiful patio, and terrific Margaritas and Mexican Martinis.
Everything Else
Flashback
1906 S 1st StGreat array of vintage clothing and accessories in a charming old house.
This bookstore is the best! New, used, and rare books at amazing low prices.
36 locals recommend
Half Price Books
2929 S Lamar BlvdThis bookstore is the best! New, used, and rare books at amazing low prices.
Boutique convenient store with a great collection of wines and specialty items.
27 locals recommend
Live Oak Market
4410 Menchaca RdBoutique convenient store with a great collection of wines and specialty items.
Broken Spoke
3201 S Lamar BlvdReal Texas dance hall with great live music