Crown Stanza’s Guidebook: Downtown ATX
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With a rich sense of history and a thriving entertainment scene, Downtown is Austin’s beating heart. Late-19th-century architectural landmarks, including the iconic Texas State Capitol (1888) and the Driskill Hotel (1886), mix with modern museums. Music lovers flock to celebrated venues like Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater and Stubbs BBQ, while revelers hit the high-energy bars along East 6th Street.
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Austin
With a rich sense of history and a thriving entertainment scene, Downtown is Austin’s beating heart. Late-19th-century architectural landmarks, including the iconic Texas State Capitol (1888) and the Driskill Hotel (1886), mix with modern museums. Music lovers flock to celebrated venues like Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater and Stubbs BBQ, while revelers hit the high-energy bars along East 6th Street.
Sightseeing
The Bullock Texas State History Museum tells the state's story through a variety of interesting interactive exhibits, along with audio-visual displays and film. The permanent Story of Texas exhibit is home to artifacts and displays that feature defining events in the state's history. Artifacts include the preserved hull of the 17th-century La Belle, which was shipwrecked at the mouth of the Mississippi River. Other exhibits and presentations include the fall of the Alamo, Tejano culture, and the history of the Texas oil industry. The museum's IMAX theater shows educational and popular new-release films. The museum also hosts many special events throughout the year, including children's activities and public presentations.
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Bullock Texas State History Museum
1800 Congress AveThe Bullock Texas State History Museum tells the state's story through a variety of interesting interactive exhibits, along with audio-visual displays and film. The permanent Story of Texas exhibit is home to artifacts and displays that feature defining events in the state's history. Artifacts include the preserved hull of the 17th-century La Belle, which was shipwrecked at the mouth of the Mississippi River. Other exhibits and presentations include the fall of the Alamo, Tejano culture, and the history of the Texas oil industry. The museum's IMAX theater shows educational and popular new-release films. The museum also hosts many special events throughout the year, including children's activities and public presentations.
The Bullock Texas State History Museum tells the state's story through a variety of interesting interactive exhibits, along with audio-visual displays and film. The permanent Story of Texas exhibit is home to artifacts and displays that feature defining events in the state's history. Artifacts include the preserved hull of the 17th-century La Belle, which was shipwrecked at the mouth of the Mississippi River. Other exhibits and presentations include the fall of the Alamo, Tejano culture, and the history of the Texas oil industry. The museum's IMAX theater shows educational and popular new-release films. The museum also hosts many special events throughout the year, including children's activities and public presentations.
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1701 Red River StThe Bullock Texas State History Museum tells the state's story through a variety of interesting interactive exhibits, along with audio-visual displays and film. The permanent Story of Texas exhibit is home to artifacts and displays that feature defining events in the state's history. Artifacts include the preserved hull of the 17th-century La Belle, which was shipwrecked at the mouth of the Mississippi River. Other exhibits and presentations include the fall of the Alamo, Tejano culture, and the history of the Texas oil industry. The museum's IMAX theater shows educational and popular new-release films. The museum also hosts many special events throughout the year, including children's activities and public presentations.
Q2 Stadium is Austin's first major league sports stadium and home to the Major League Soccer (MLS) club for men's professional soccer. Austin FC is the home team for MLS.
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Austin FC Stadium
10414 Mc Kalla PlQ2 Stadium is Austin's first major league sports stadium and home to the Major League Soccer (MLS) club for men's professional soccer. Austin FC is the home team for MLS.
Circuit of The Americas is the premier destination for world-class motorsports and entertainment in the United States. Set on 1,500 acres in the rolling hills just outside downtown Austin, Circuit of The Americas has hosted the biggest names in racing, action sports and music since 2012. At its heart is a 3.41-mile racetrack that was designed to challenge the world's most exacting competitors while providing a thrilling spectacle for audiences. The 20-turn, counterclockwise circuit takes advantage of the naturally undulating landscape, including an intimidating 133-foot hill at Turn 1 that must be seen in person to be believed. It is home to the only Formula 1 and MotoGP races in the country — the UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX and Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas — and has played host to ESPN's X Games, the FIA World Endurance Championship, IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, Pirelli World Challenge and more. Nestled within the track is Germania Insurance Amphitheater, the largest permanent outdoor amphitheater in Central Texas, and its 251-foot signature observation tower. This unique treasure in the Live Music Capital of the World has hosted some of the biggest names in music and entertainment, including Texas icon Willie Nelson, Jimmy Buffett, KISS, Nine Inch Nails, Kanye West, Kenny Chesney, Drake, Maroon 5, Muse, Kelly Clarkson and dozens more.
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Circuit of The Americas
9201 Circuit of the Americas BlvdCircuit of The Americas is the premier destination for world-class motorsports and entertainment in the United States. Set on 1,500 acres in the rolling hills just outside downtown Austin, Circuit of The Americas has hosted the biggest names in racing, action sports and music since 2012. At its heart is a 3.41-mile racetrack that was designed to challenge the world's most exacting competitors while providing a thrilling spectacle for audiences. The 20-turn, counterclockwise circuit takes advantage of the naturally undulating landscape, including an intimidating 133-foot hill at Turn 1 that must be seen in person to be believed. It is home to the only Formula 1 and MotoGP races in the country — the UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX and Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas — and has played host to ESPN's X Games, the FIA World Endurance Championship, IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, Pirelli World Challenge and more. Nestled within the track is Germania Insurance Amphitheater, the largest permanent outdoor amphitheater in Central Texas, and its 251-foot signature observation tower. This unique treasure in the Live Music Capital of the World has hosted some of the biggest names in music and entertainment, including Texas icon Willie Nelson, Jimmy Buffett, KISS, Nine Inch Nails, Kanye West, Kenny Chesney, Drake, Maroon 5, Muse, Kelly Clarkson and dozens more.
Walking through the gates of The Contemporary Austin – Laguna Gloria you feel like you’ve been transported far from the bustle of the city—although you are only five miles from downtown. Venture through the grounds to discover art by contemporary artists from around the world, from awe-inspiring monumental sculptures to quiet moments with art in nature along meditative wooded pathways. In addition to its café, shop, and visitor center, Laguna Gloria is also home to the Driscoll Villa built in 1916, one of the most beloved venues for weddings and other private events in Austin. On the other side of the grounds is the Art School at The Contemporary, which provides students with opportunities to expand their creativity, enhance visual awareness, and cultivate technical skills in a wide variety of media.
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The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria
3809 W 35th StWalking through the gates of The Contemporary Austin – Laguna Gloria you feel like you’ve been transported far from the bustle of the city—although you are only five miles from downtown. Venture through the grounds to discover art by contemporary artists from around the world, from awe-inspiring monumental sculptures to quiet moments with art in nature along meditative wooded pathways. In addition to its café, shop, and visitor center, Laguna Gloria is also home to the Driscoll Villa built in 1916, one of the most beloved venues for weddings and other private events in Austin. On the other side of the grounds is the Art School at The Contemporary, which provides students with opportunities to expand their creativity, enhance visual awareness, and cultivate technical skills in a wide variety of media.
As the primary art collection for the city of Austin, the Blanton Museum of Art is a major resource for the community. With more than 19,000 works in the collection, the Blanton showcases art from across the ages, from ancient Greek pottery to abstract expressionism. With a year-round schedule of traveling exhibitions, art lovers are sure to discover new and old favorites at the Blanton.
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The Blanton Museum of Art
200 East Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardAs the primary art collection for the city of Austin, the Blanton Museum of Art is a major resource for the community. With more than 19,000 works in the collection, the Blanton showcases art from across the ages, from ancient Greek pottery to abstract expressionism. With a year-round schedule of traveling exhibitions, art lovers are sure to discover new and old favorites at the Blanton.
In 1984, Austin-based artists Sylvia Orozco, Sam Coronado, and Pio Pulido teamed up to create the Mexic-Arte Museum and share the art and culture of Mexico with the people of Austin and all of Texas. They hosted the first Day of the Dead Festival that same year, and it remains the longest-running festival of its kind in Texas, showcasing Latino/Tejano artists, entertainment, and educational programs in the heart of downtown Austin. Today, the museum sits squarely in the heart of downtown Austin on Congress Avenue, where it moved to in 1988. Since it's only one of a few Mexican art museums in the United States, it provides visitors and the community with a unique cultural and learning experience.
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Mexic-Arte Museum
419 Congress AvenueIn 1984, Austin-based artists Sylvia Orozco, Sam Coronado, and Pio Pulido teamed up to create the Mexic-Arte Museum and share the art and culture of Mexico with the people of Austin and all of Texas. They hosted the first Day of the Dead Festival that same year, and it remains the longest-running festival of its kind in Texas, showcasing Latino/Tejano artists, entertainment, and educational programs in the heart of downtown Austin. Today, the museum sits squarely in the heart of downtown Austin on Congress Avenue, where it moved to in 1988. Since it's only one of a few Mexican art museums in the United States, it provides visitors and the community with a unique cultural and learning experience.
As the first neighborhood museum in the state dedicated to African-American history and culture, this 1926 structure houses several insightful displays and exhibits. The center was once Austin's main library and received a Texas State Historical Marker in 1976. The museum is named in honor of Dr. George Washington Carver, a renowned botanist and inventor. The museum features several impactful exhibits, the most notable among which is the permanent Juneteenth Exhibit. It also features changing exhibits of black history and culture in Austin and Travis County.
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George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center
1165 Angelina StAs the first neighborhood museum in the state dedicated to African-American history and culture, this 1926 structure houses several insightful displays and exhibits. The center was once Austin's main library and received a Texas State Historical Marker in 1976. The museum is named in honor of Dr. George Washington Carver, a renowned botanist and inventor. The museum features several impactful exhibits, the most notable among which is the permanent Juneteenth Exhibit. It also features changing exhibits of black history and culture in Austin and Travis County.
Thinkery is where Austin’s children and their families come to enjoy play-based, inquiry-rich, hands-on learning experiences. In 1983, a group of Austin parents and educators created a space to provide innovative new educational and cultural opportunities to local children. Over the next three decades and rooted deeply in its commitment to supporting a thriving Austin community, the Austin Children’s Museum would grow and evolve into Thinkery, which today offers 40,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor activities for children and families to learn through play.
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Thinkery
1830 Simond AveThinkery is where Austin’s children and their families come to enjoy play-based, inquiry-rich, hands-on learning experiences. In 1983, a group of Austin parents and educators created a space to provide innovative new educational and cultural opportunities to local children. Over the next three decades and rooted deeply in its commitment to supporting a thriving Austin community, the Austin Children’s Museum would grow and evolve into Thinkery, which today offers 40,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor activities for children and families to learn through play.
The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum exhibits the work of Charles Umlauf and other visual and performing artists in a museum and a garden setting. The UMLAUF provides educational and cultural experiences that encourage the understanding and appreciation of the intersection of nature, sculpture, and the arts.
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Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum
605 Azie Morton RdThe UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum exhibits the work of Charles Umlauf and other visual and performing artists in a museum and a garden setting. The UMLAUF provides educational and cultural experiences that encourage the understanding and appreciation of the intersection of nature, sculpture, and the arts.
Of the many best hiking trails in Austin, Mount Bonnell is one of the most popular with tourists because of its numerous photo ops and proximity to the city center. The highest point in the city, it reaches 775 feet and provides views of downtown Austin and the 360 Bridge. It also looks out across the Colorado River and is the perfect place to take photos of Austin's skyline. Although the lookout deck and pavilion are at the top of 102 stairs, it is not a steep or strenuous climb. Pets are welcome on the path and on the observation deck, and many visitors enjoy picnicking while admiring the view. Expect to encounter crowds if visiting on the weekend.
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Mount Bonnell
Of the many best hiking trails in Austin, Mount Bonnell is one of the most popular with tourists because of its numerous photo ops and proximity to the city center. The highest point in the city, it reaches 775 feet and provides views of downtown Austin and the 360 Bridge. It also looks out across the Colorado River and is the perfect place to take photos of Austin's skyline. Although the lookout deck and pavilion are at the top of 102 stairs, it is not a steep or strenuous climb. Pets are welcome on the path and on the observation deck, and many visitors enjoy picnicking while admiring the view. Expect to encounter crowds if visiting on the weekend.
The 26-acre Zilker Botanical Garden is the park's most beautiful area, open daily for a small entrance fee. Within, there are several individually themed gardens. Specialty gardens include the Hartman Prehistoric Garden, which is built around ancient dinosaur footprints found embedded in the rock, and the Isamu Taniguchi Japanese Garden, which features serene waterfalls and ponds. There are also gardens dedicated to butterflies, cacti and succulents, herbs, and roses. The Austin Nature and Science Center is also on the grounds, open daily with no admission charge. It is celebrated for its interactive exhibits and programs, as well as its numerous trails and special events designed for all ages. Kids especially enjoy the Dino Pit, where they can be amateur archaeologists. The park grounds are also home to another one of Austin's top tourist attractions, the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum.
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Zilker Botanical Garden
2220 Barton Springs RdThe 26-acre Zilker Botanical Garden is the park's most beautiful area, open daily for a small entrance fee. Within, there are several individually themed gardens. Specialty gardens include the Hartman Prehistoric Garden, which is built around ancient dinosaur footprints found embedded in the rock, and the Isamu Taniguchi Japanese Garden, which features serene waterfalls and ponds. There are also gardens dedicated to butterflies, cacti and succulents, herbs, and roses. The Austin Nature and Science Center is also on the grounds, open daily with no admission charge. It is celebrated for its interactive exhibits and programs, as well as its numerous trails and special events designed for all ages. Kids especially enjoy the Dino Pit, where they can be amateur archaeologists. The park grounds are also home to another one of Austin's top tourist attractions, the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum.
Every Saturday morning, the Sustainable Food Center organizes the downtown Farmer’s Market, bringing the community together with fresh produce, local vendors, and live music. Meet farmers, beekeepers, and artisans in person, stock up on groceries, or gobble up some delicious, ready-to-eat treats while the kids enjoy the Imagination Playground. A beloved and vital piece of downtown culture, the Farmer’s Market offers tourists and locals alike an opportunity to engage with the city of Austin in a special and more sustainable way.
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SFC Farmers' Market Downtown
422 Guadalupe StEvery Saturday morning, the Sustainable Food Center organizes the downtown Farmer’s Market, bringing the community together with fresh produce, local vendors, and live music. Meet farmers, beekeepers, and artisans in person, stock up on groceries, or gobble up some delicious, ready-to-eat treats while the kids enjoy the Imagination Playground. A beloved and vital piece of downtown culture, the Farmer’s Market offers tourists and locals alike an opportunity to engage with the city of Austin in a special and more sustainable way.
The Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike trail is a ten-mile-long trail part of which runs through Downtown Austin. Join the trail at Congress Avenue Bridge and head west for a walk or cycle and there’ll be Downtown Austin on one side and the Colorado River on the other. Head east, and after a bit of a hike, you’ll find the mile-long boardwalk which stretches across Lady Bird Lake. Don’t miss checking out the thirty-six bronze belt sculptures adorning the railings of the boardwalk. Each one is inscribed with popular song lyrics written or sung by Texan songwriters and musicians.
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Ann And Roy Butler Hike And Bike Trail
The Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike trail is a ten-mile-long trail part of which runs through Downtown Austin. Join the trail at Congress Avenue Bridge and head west for a walk or cycle and there’ll be Downtown Austin on one side and the Colorado River on the other. Head east, and after a bit of a hike, you’ll find the mile-long boardwalk which stretches across Lady Bird Lake. Don’t miss checking out the thirty-six bronze belt sculptures adorning the railings of the boardwalk. Each one is inscribed with popular song lyrics written or sung by Texan songwriters and musicians.
While the Barton Creek Greenbelt might be the most popular hiking spot in Austin, there’s another Greenbelt in town which provides similar opportunities to hike and splash: the Bull Creek Greenbelt. Following Bull Creek as it snakes back and forth across the Capital of Texas Highway (also known as Loop 360) between Spicewood Springs and 2222, the Greenbelt has trails frequented by hikers, mountain bikers, pet owners and families. The Upper Greenbelt technically begins at St. Edward’s Park, a beautiful spot which we love to explore with our kids. However, the more frequently visited part of the Bull Creek Upper Greenbelt begins near the intersection of Spicewood Springs and Adirondack Trail. There is some parking along Adirondack, including a small parking lot with a restroom. There are trails on both side of Bull Creek, although you will need to cross water to hike the inner trail, depending on the time of year, water levels and recent rainfall.
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Bull Creek District Park
Bull Creek District Park: Pedestrian Walkway 2While the Barton Creek Greenbelt might be the most popular hiking spot in Austin, there’s another Greenbelt in town which provides similar opportunities to hike and splash: the Bull Creek Greenbelt. Following Bull Creek as it snakes back and forth across the Capital of Texas Highway (also known as Loop 360) between Spicewood Springs and 2222, the Greenbelt has trails frequented by hikers, mountain bikers, pet owners and families. The Upper Greenbelt technically begins at St. Edward’s Park, a beautiful spot which we love to explore with our kids. However, the more frequently visited part of the Bull Creek Upper Greenbelt begins near the intersection of Spicewood Springs and Adirondack Trail. There is some parking along Adirondack, including a small parking lot with a restroom. There are trails on both side of Bull Creek, although you will need to cross water to hike the inner trail, depending on the time of year, water levels and recent rainfall.
Food scene
Red Ash is by far one of the best Italian restaurants in Austin, let alone downtown. The restaurant gives you a cuisine tour of Italy, from North to South, paired with an astoundingly extensive wine list that will take you from appetizers to desserts.
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Red Ash
303 Colorado St Red Ash is by far one of the best Italian restaurants in Austin, let alone downtown. The restaurant gives you a cuisine tour of Italy, from North to South, paired with an astoundingly extensive wine list that will take you from appetizers to desserts.
Having opened just last year, Chicago-based Aba has quickly become one of the most popular restaurants downtown for Mediterranean fare. The ambiance is impeccable and the mezze-style shared plates will have your mouth watering as soon as they arrive; they have six different types of hummus, and the freshest house-made frozen Greek yogurt around.
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Aba
1011 S Congress AveHaving opened just last year, Chicago-based Aba has quickly become one of the most popular restaurants downtown for Mediterranean fare. The ambiance is impeccable and the mezze-style shared plates will have your mouth watering as soon as they arrive; they have six different types of hummus, and the freshest house-made frozen Greek yogurt around.
Hestia is a really spectacular concept, with amazing food. The centerpoint of the restaurant is a 20-foot custom hearth where you’ll find chefs bustling around grilling over the open flame. When they’re not cooking up incredible small plates and entrees, the chefs stop by the tables to discuss the food, adding to that sort of intimate dining experience.
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Hestia
607 W 3rd St Hestia is a really spectacular concept, with amazing food. The centerpoint of the restaurant is a 20-foot custom hearth where you’ll find chefs bustling around grilling over the open flame. When they’re not cooking up incredible small plates and entrees, the chefs stop by the tables to discuss the food, adding to that sort of intimate dining experience.
Koriente is a family-owned Asian inspired restaurant in the Red River District downtown, focusing on keeping dishes light, fresh, and healthy. Everything tastes fantastic and the dishes are all highly customizable, so you’ll be able to get exactly what you want!
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Koriente
621 E 7th StKoriente is a family-owned Asian inspired restaurant in the Red River District downtown, focusing on keeping dishes light, fresh, and healthy. Everything tastes fantastic and the dishes are all highly customizable, so you’ll be able to get exactly what you want!
Swift’s Attic is located in a historic building downtown and their farm-to-table style cooking features an ever-changing menu with a huge global influence. Along with their innovative dishes, they have a lovely selection of craft cocktails, lots of beer, and wine!
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Swift's Attic
315 Congress Ave Swift’s Attic is located in a historic building downtown and their farm-to-table style cooking features an ever-changing menu with a huge global influence. Along with their innovative dishes, they have a lovely selection of craft cocktails, lots of beer, and wine!
Pitmaster Aaron Franklin’s smoky meats have risen from humble trailer origins to become one of the country’s most talked-about barbecue destinations. Since the Central East Austin restaurant’s famously long line can’t happen during these socially distanced times, the restaurant quickly switched to curbside pickup service. It’s now easier to obtain the wonderful barbecue — including that perfect brisket — along with great ribs, turkey, and sausages.
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Franklin Barbecue
900 E 11th StPitmaster Aaron Franklin’s smoky meats have risen from humble trailer origins to become one of the country’s most talked-about barbecue destinations. Since the Central East Austin restaurant’s famously long line can’t happen during these socially distanced times, the restaurant quickly switched to curbside pickup service. It’s now easier to obtain the wonderful barbecue — including that perfect brisket — along with great ribs, turkey, and sausages.
III Forks Steakhouse brings to Austin a sophisticated club-like ambiance with an elegant bar and lounge. Begin your dining experience in our piano bar adorned with plush lounge seating. Continue to the patio for picturesque views of Town Lake.
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III Forks
111 Lavaca StIII Forks Steakhouse brings to Austin a sophisticated club-like ambiance with an elegant bar and lounge. Begin your dining experience in our piano bar adorned with plush lounge seating. Continue to the patio for picturesque views of Town Lake.
In 2014, chef Bryce Gilmore retired his trailer and opened a bright, modern bricks-and-mortar incarnation with similarly delicious, forward-thinking fare. Yes, the menu is still pork-, cheese-, and carb-heavy (and thank God for that), but real kitchen space allows Gilmore to also create more nuanced vegetable-forward dishes like beet tater tots with béarnaise and grilled mushrooms. Always packed with young diners looking to try the next dare food (#gatorpig), this is where the kids take their parents to freak them out with Parker House rolls with pig face or fried whole quail. But with seven different menus catering to the most common allergies and limitations like gluten-free, nut-free, and vegan, everyone leaves happy.
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Odd Duck
1201 S Lamar BlvdIn 2014, chef Bryce Gilmore retired his trailer and opened a bright, modern bricks-and-mortar incarnation with similarly delicious, forward-thinking fare. Yes, the menu is still pork-, cheese-, and carb-heavy (and thank God for that), but real kitchen space allows Gilmore to also create more nuanced vegetable-forward dishes like beet tater tots with béarnaise and grilled mushrooms. Always packed with young diners looking to try the next dare food (#gatorpig), this is where the kids take their parents to freak them out with Parker House rolls with pig face or fried whole quail. But with seven different menus catering to the most common allergies and limitations like gluten-free, nut-free, and vegan, everyone leaves happy.
Co-owners and chefs Sarah Heard and Nathan Lemley are still knocking it out of the park at the North Loop restaurant with their fresh energy and ideas. The New American menu remains familiar but spruced up, with soothing dishes like leek risotto and venison tartare. Adventurous eaters should seek out the offal dishes. The neighborhood restaurant works well for easy meals as well as for special occasions.
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Foreign & Domestic
306 E 53rd StCo-owners and chefs Sarah Heard and Nathan Lemley are still knocking it out of the park at the North Loop restaurant with their fresh energy and ideas. The New American menu remains familiar but spruced up, with soothing dishes like leek risotto and venison tartare. Adventurous eaters should seek out the offal dishes. The neighborhood restaurant works well for easy meals as well as for special occasions.
The East Austin upscale Mexican restaurants' executive chef Fermín Núñez is very into with masa, and it results in a fantastic menu. On deck daily are freshly made tortillas used in all sorts of ways, from luscious quesadillas and crispy tostadas to the mega-popular suadero tacos with juicy confit brisket.
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Fried and True Food Truck
1308 E 6th StThe East Austin upscale Mexican restaurants' executive chef Fermín Núñez is very into with masa, and it results in a fantastic menu. On deck daily are freshly made tortillas used in all sorts of ways, from luscious quesadillas and crispy tostadas to the mega-popular suadero tacos with juicy confit brisket.
Co-owners Take and Kayo Asazu turned their popular but now-defunct sushi trailer Sushi A-Go-Go into a full-blown restaurant, offering their take on homestyle Japanese fare in the laid-back North Loop spot. Along with impeccable sushi and affordable rolls, there are bentos for those seeking a little bit of everything, loaded donburi bowls (the hokkaidon is a richly indulgent one with salmon sashimi, ikura, scallops; add the uni if available).
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Komé
5301 Airport BlvdCo-owners Take and Kayo Asazu turned their popular but now-defunct sushi trailer Sushi A-Go-Go into a full-blown restaurant, offering their take on homestyle Japanese fare in the laid-back North Loop spot. Along with impeccable sushi and affordable rolls, there are bentos for those seeking a little bit of everything, loaded donburi bowls (the hokkaidon is a richly indulgent one with salmon sashimi, ikura, scallops; add the uni if available).
From the grain-obsessed mind of James Beard Award finalist, executive chef, and co-owner Kevin Fink comes the finer-dining New American restaurant in downtown Austin, right on the edge of Rainey Streets' bar-packed district. The menu focuses on all things local with high-end dressings, from roasted beets to wagyu steak. Of special note are the pastas (cacio e pepe) and knockout desserts from executive pastry chef and co-owner Tavel Bristol-Joseph, such as the sweet potato cake.
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Emmer & Rye
51 Rainey StFrom the grain-obsessed mind of James Beard Award finalist, executive chef, and co-owner Kevin Fink comes the finer-dining New American restaurant in downtown Austin, right on the edge of Rainey Streets' bar-packed district. The menu focuses on all things local with high-end dressings, from roasted beets to wagyu steak. Of special note are the pastas (cacio e pepe) and knockout desserts from executive pastry chef and co-owner Tavel Bristol-Joseph, such as the sweet potato cake.
The pinnacle of Austin’s ramen offerings come from Ramen Tatsu-ya, which was the city’s first dedicated noodle soup shop. The restaurant started offering takeout bowls because of the pandemic. In the before times, customers would line up consistently, despite the hot or cold weather, all to be rewarded with rich bowls of tonkotsu broth and noodles.
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Ramen Tatsu-Ya
1234 S Lamar BlvdThe pinnacle of Austin’s ramen offerings come from Ramen Tatsu-ya, which was the city’s first dedicated noodle soup shop. The restaurant started offering takeout bowls because of the pandemic. In the before times, customers would line up consistently, despite the hot or cold weather, all to be rewarded with rich bowls of tonkotsu broth and noodles.
Salt & Time is a whole animal butcher shop and restaurant sourcing exclusively pasture raised, hormone and antibiotic free, Texas meats. Fresh cut steaks, unique roasts, and a wide variety of house made sausage, salumi, smoked meats, charcuterie and more! Picture a 1/2 pound beef patty made of daily steak trimmings including ribeye and other high-quality cuts, served with aioli, sour pickles, and beef fat french fries and you have our favorite burger in all of Austin. The juiciness and flavor in this burger will make your carnivore heart sing.
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Salt & Time
1912 E 7th StSalt & Time is a whole animal butcher shop and restaurant sourcing exclusively pasture raised, hormone and antibiotic free, Texas meats. Fresh cut steaks, unique roasts, and a wide variety of house made sausage, salumi, smoked meats, charcuterie and more! Picture a 1/2 pound beef patty made of daily steak trimmings including ribeye and other high-quality cuts, served with aioli, sour pickles, and beef fat french fries and you have our favorite burger in all of Austin. The juiciness and flavor in this burger will make your carnivore heart sing.
The city boasts an embarrassment of world-class smoky meats, and this East Austin spot (which recently relocated into a really funky fun building) gives Franklin a run for its money. After all, the barbecue joint is from LeAnn Mueller of the legendary Texas barbecue family. Go for the brisket and sausages and any of the fun sandwiches. Be sure to order the superb shells and cheese with smoked vegetables and a little spicy kick.
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La Barbecue
2401 E Cesar Chavez StThe city boasts an embarrassment of world-class smoky meats, and this East Austin spot (which recently relocated into a really funky fun building) gives Franklin a run for its money. After all, the barbecue joint is from LeAnn Mueller of the legendary Texas barbecue family. Go for the brisket and sausages and any of the fun sandwiches. Be sure to order the superb shells and cheese with smoked vegetables and a little spicy kick.
Owner and chef Hoover Alexander has been bringing a good ol’ mix of Southern soul fare to Cherrywood for over 20 years with his homey restaurant. The menu highlights classic dishes done extremely well, from the chicken fried steak to the fried chicken to any of the sweet pies.
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Hoover's Cooking
2002 Manor RdOwner and chef Hoover Alexander has been bringing a good ol’ mix of Southern soul fare to Cherrywood for over 20 years with his homey restaurant. The menu highlights classic dishes done extremely well, from the chicken fried steak to the fried chicken to any of the sweet pies.
El Paso native Mo Pittle honors his Jewish and Texas border city upbringing with his food truck-turned-restaurant in the North Loop neighborhood. The unkosher diner menu centers on burgers and burritos, filled with beef, cheese, hatch green chiles, as well as latkes. There are chili dogs, and queso too, among other sides.
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Jewboy Burgers
5111 Airport BlvdEl Paso native Mo Pittle honors his Jewish and Texas border city upbringing with his food truck-turned-restaurant in the North Loop neighborhood. The unkosher diner menu centers on burgers and burritos, filled with beef, cheese, hatch green chiles, as well as latkes. There are chili dogs, and queso too, among other sides.
Nightlife
Domain NORTHSIDE is home to the Rock Rose entertainment district, one of the most special destinations in the state. Housing some of the best and most celebrated local hot spots, Rock Rose boasts The Dogwood, Wonder Bar, Lavaca Street Bar and Kung-Fu Saloon amidst dining delights like Jinya Ramen, Velvet Taco and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. Featuring an art-infused streetscape, Rock Rose offers the charm and energy of a bustling downtown, nestled in the heart of North Austin.
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Rock Rose Avenue
Rock Rose AvenueDomain NORTHSIDE is home to the Rock Rose entertainment district, one of the most special destinations in the state. Housing some of the best and most celebrated local hot spots, Rock Rose boasts The Dogwood, Wonder Bar, Lavaca Street Bar and Kung-Fu Saloon amidst dining delights like Jinya Ramen, Velvet Taco and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. Featuring an art-infused streetscape, Rock Rose offers the charm and energy of a bustling downtown, nestled in the heart of North Austin.
With its more than 30 bars, food trucks, restaurants, and music venues built from turn-of-the-century bungalows, Rainey Street is a destination in and of itself. Indulge in authentic Indian food at G'Raj Mahal or do brunch at Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden, with 100-plus beers on draft and a giant dog-friendly patio. Get fancy at Geraldine’s at Hotel Van Zandt, featuring champagne and New American dishes. Emmer & Rye has been hailed by Bon Appetit as one of the best restaurants in the country for its surprising dishes and creative cocktails. L’Estelle House offers light French cuisine and wine on tap. And, day or night, doughnuts are always the right choice — find the sweetest ones at Little Lucy’s Mini Donuts.
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Rainey Street
Rainey StreetWith its more than 30 bars, food trucks, restaurants, and music venues built from turn-of-the-century bungalows, Rainey Street is a destination in and of itself. Indulge in authentic Indian food at G'Raj Mahal or do brunch at Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden, with 100-plus beers on draft and a giant dog-friendly patio. Get fancy at Geraldine’s at Hotel Van Zandt, featuring champagne and New American dishes. Emmer & Rye has been hailed by Bon Appetit as one of the best restaurants in the country for its surprising dishes and creative cocktails. L’Estelle House offers light French cuisine and wine on tap. And, day or night, doughnuts are always the right choice — find the sweetest ones at Little Lucy’s Mini Donuts.
It’s said some of the earliest hipster sightings in Austin were on East 6th Street. That seems long ago and far away. East 6th’s original homegrown mom and pop dive bars attracted a hipper, artsier, and usually more inked clientele. This was East Austin before East Austin was cool. East 6th was the first place I saw a Stetson Open Road on anyone under 50, Red Wing Iron Rangers with rolled up jeans, vintage vests and curled up mustaches framing neatly trimmed beards. Fast forward 10 years later and East 6th is chock full of great bars, restaurants, live music, and more. Some of Austin’s most iconic venues call East 6th home. Dive bars are neighbored by eclectic live music venues, craft breweries and epic late nights eats as East 6th continues to expand east past it’s old crossroad center at Chicon St. – 3 long blocks to its confluence and end at/with Calles St.
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East 6th Street
East 6th StreetIt’s said some of the earliest hipster sightings in Austin were on East 6th Street. That seems long ago and far away. East 6th’s original homegrown mom and pop dive bars attracted a hipper, artsier, and usually more inked clientele. This was East Austin before East Austin was cool. East 6th was the first place I saw a Stetson Open Road on anyone under 50, Red Wing Iron Rangers with rolled up jeans, vintage vests and curled up mustaches framing neatly trimmed beards. Fast forward 10 years later and East 6th is chock full of great bars, restaurants, live music, and more. Some of Austin’s most iconic venues call East 6th home. Dive bars are neighbored by eclectic live music venues, craft breweries and epic late nights eats as East 6th continues to expand east past it’s old crossroad center at Chicon St. – 3 long blocks to its confluence and end at/with Calles St.
Austin’s West 6th Street is enigmatic. By day, it’s a bohemian enclave of bakeries, fine and casual dining restaurants, retail shopping, and art galleries. By night it transforms into one of Austin’s busiest nightlife districts with an eclectic mix of outdoor patio ice houses, dive bars, upscale rooftop lounges, UT centric sports bars and the center of Austin’s upscale dance club scene. The newer offshoot of Austin’s Old or “Dirty” 6th, West 6th at night is big, boisterous and crowded. It’s a party – with clubs and restaurants lined up down both sides of the street. Peddi cabs and scooters compete with auto traffic to whiz folks back and forth the five blocks from Old or Dirty 6th’s entrance at Congress Ave. West 6th Street runs from Congress Avenue on the East all the way to Mopac to the West. The heart of the district is between West and San Antonio Streets, that’s three blocks of unadulterated classic clubbing – but going west to Mopac it gets more upscale and older in clientele. And again, it’s a bit Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde – transforming strikingly from day to night.
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West 6th Street
West 6th StreetAustin’s West 6th Street is enigmatic. By day, it’s a bohemian enclave of bakeries, fine and casual dining restaurants, retail shopping, and art galleries. By night it transforms into one of Austin’s busiest nightlife districts with an eclectic mix of outdoor patio ice houses, dive bars, upscale rooftop lounges, UT centric sports bars and the center of Austin’s upscale dance club scene. The newer offshoot of Austin’s Old or “Dirty” 6th, West 6th at night is big, boisterous and crowded. It’s a party – with clubs and restaurants lined up down both sides of the street. Peddi cabs and scooters compete with auto traffic to whiz folks back and forth the five blocks from Old or Dirty 6th’s entrance at Congress Ave. West 6th Street runs from Congress Avenue on the East all the way to Mopac to the West. The heart of the district is between West and San Antonio Streets, that’s three blocks of unadulterated classic clubbing – but going west to Mopac it gets more upscale and older in clientele. And again, it’s a bit Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde – transforming strikingly from day to night.
South Congress epitomizes the hip, trendy ambiance of south Austin. It's possibly the best-known neighborhood in Austin for its unique, local shops and boutiques, diners, coffee shops, and lounges that line Congress Ave. The California-style food trucks that are now ubiquitous around town appeared here first and have been spreading out to other parts of town. Crowded with pedestrians at almost all hours, the neighborhood is a city hub and landmark, and a walkable exhibition of Austin's one-of-a-kind, slightly offbeat local character.
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South Congress
South Congress epitomizes the hip, trendy ambiance of south Austin. It's possibly the best-known neighborhood in Austin for its unique, local shops and boutiques, diners, coffee shops, and lounges that line Congress Ave. The California-style food trucks that are now ubiquitous around town appeared here first and have been spreading out to other parts of town. Crowded with pedestrians at almost all hours, the neighborhood is a city hub and landmark, and a walkable exhibition of Austin's one-of-a-kind, slightly offbeat local character.