Local Places in Austin
Your guide to the best restaurants, bars, shops, and attractions in Austin
Restaurants
View all 18 →Franklin Barbecue
World-famous barbecue restaurant with legendary brisket and hours-long lines that have become an Austin tradition.
Uchi
James Beard Award-winning Japanese farmhouse dining with innovative sushi and omakase in a converted bungalow.
Launderette
Modern American restaurant in a converted laundromat serving creative dishes and craft cocktails in East Austin.
Odd Duck
Farm-to-table restaurant on South Lamar featuring small plates with locally sourced ingredients and creative preparation.
Loro
Unique Asian smokehouse concept from the teams behind Franklin Barbecue and Uchi, blending Texas BBQ with Thai flavors.
Suerte
Elevated Mexican restaurant in East Austin featuring hand-ground corn, mole traditions, and wood-fire cooking.
Emmer & Rye
Innovative Rainey Street restaurant featuring ancient grains, fermented ingredients, and dim sum-style small plates.
Ramen Tatsu-Ya
Austin's beloved ramen destination with rich tonkotsu broth, handmade noodles, and late-night hours.
Bars & Nightlife
View all 12 →Whisler's
East Austin craft cocktail bar in a vintage building with a mezcaleria upstairs and seasonal drink menu.
The Roosevelt Room
Sophisticated downtown cocktail bar with historically inspired drinks and elegant 1920s ambiance.
Garage
Multi-level Rainey Street bar with rooftop views, DJs, and energetic weekend atmosphere.
Half Step
Relaxed Rainey Street cocktail bar with expert bartenders, live music, and a friendly neighborhood feel.
Hotel San Jose
Minimalist boutique hotel bar on South Congress with a lush courtyard and Austin's coolest crowd.
Lustre Pearl
Original Rainey Street bar that kicked off the district's transformation, with a spacious yard and party atmosphere.
The White Horse
East Austin honky-tonk with live country music, two-stepping, and free dance lessons on the best dance floor in town.
Meanwhile Brewing Co.
Southeast Austin brewery with massive outdoor space, food trucks, and family-friendly weekend atmosphere.
Shops & Retail
View all 13 →BookPeople
Texas's largest independent bookstore with extensive selection, author events, and a beloved community gathering space.
Allen's Boots
Iconic South Congress boot shop with thousands of pairs of cowboy boots and authentic Texas style.
Uncommon Objects
Sprawling South Congress antique mall with eclectic treasures, vintage finds, and oddities from multiple dealers.
South Congress Avenue Shopping
Austin's most iconic shopping strip with boutiques, vintage shops, and local businesses lining the famous SoCo avenue.
Domain Northside
Upscale outdoor shopping destination in North Austin with luxury brands, dining, and entertainment.
2nd Street District
Downtown Austin shopping district with boutiques, restaurants, and urban living steps from Lady Bird Lake.
Waterloo Records
Austin's legendary independent record store with massive vinyl selection, in-store performances, and music expertise.
Tesoros Trading Company
Colorful South Congress shop with Mexican folk art, handcrafted goods, and Latin American treasures.
Attractions
View all 12 →Zilker Park
Austin's beloved 350-acre metropolitan park with Barton Springs, botanical gardens, and endless recreation.
Barton Springs Pool
Iconic spring-fed swimming pool maintaining a constant 68-70 degrees year-round in the heart of Zilker Park.
Mount Bonnell
Austin's highest point with stunning panoramic views of Lake Austin, the Hill Country, and the city skyline.
Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Colony
World's largest urban bat colony emerges nightly from under the Congress Avenue Bridge in a spectacular natural display.
ACL Live at The Moody Theater
Home of Austin City Limits TV show tapings with intimate concerts and the best live music experience in Austin.
Blanton Museum of Art
University of Texas art museum with world-class collection spanning 6,000 years of art history.
LBJ Presidential Library
Presidential library and museum honoring Lyndon B. Johnson with exhibits on civil rights, the Great Society, and more.
Lady Bird Lake
Austin's urban reservoir with 10-mile hike-and-bike trail, kayaking, paddleboarding, and stunning skyline views.
Parks & Outdoors
View all 12 →Zilker Metropolitan Park
Austin's iconic 350-acre central park with Barton Springs, botanical gardens, festivals, and endless recreation.
Barton Creek Greenbelt
12-mile limestone canyon trail system with swimming holes, rock climbing, and Hill Country hiking in the heart of Austin.
McKinney Falls State Park
State park within Austin city limits featuring waterfalls, swimming, hiking trails, and camping.
Pease Park
Historic Austin park with ancient Kingsbury Oak, Shoal Creek trail access, and recent extensive renovation.
Red Bud Isle
Off-leash dog park and nature area on a peninsula in Lady Bird Lake, beloved by dog owners and nature lovers.
Bull Creek District Park
Popular swimming and hiking spot with limestone creek beds, rope swings, and family-friendly wading areas.
Emma Long Metropolitan Park
Lake Austin waterfront park with swimming, camping, boat ramps, and Hill Country setting.
Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park
North Austin park with extensive mountain bike trails, swimming pool, and sports facilities.
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