Guidebook for Austin
Food Scene
Best burger stand in town! They also have great chicken and veggie burgers as well. Don't forget to grab a milk shake too.
302 locals recommend
P. Terry's Burger Stand
404 S Lamar BlvdBest burger stand in town! They also have great chicken and veggie burgers as well. Don't forget to grab a milk shake too.
Torchy's Tacos is one of the original trailers in Austin. It always has a long lines on weekends so either get there early or call ahead.
275 locals recommend
Torchy's Tacos
1311 South 1st StreetTorchy's Tacos is one of the original trailers in Austin. It always has a long lines on weekends so either get there early or call ahead.
There are a few places that I send people for good Mexican food and this is one of them. This long-time establishment will not disappoint you. Make sure to order "The Bob" as an appetizer.
304 locals recommend
Matt's El Rancho
2613 S Lamar BlvdThere are a few places that I send people for good Mexican food and this is one of them. This long-time establishment will not disappoint you. Make sure to order "The Bob" as an appetizer.
In the mood for a good sandwich? Look no further than Toasties. This specialty sandwich shop has a very wide selection of gourmet sandwiches, tacos, and pizzas. They even have craft beer on tap.
8 locals recommend
Toastie's Sub Shop
215 S Lamar BlvdIn the mood for a good sandwich? Look no further than Toasties. This specialty sandwich shop has a very wide selection of gourmet sandwiches, tacos, and pizzas. They even have craft beer on tap.
Drinks & Nightlife
This is the most popular sports bar in South Austin, so if there's a game you want to watch, make sure you watch it here. They have a great selection of beers on tap and some very tasty burgers.
291 locals recommend
Black Sheep Lodge
2108 S Lamar BlvdThis is the most popular sports bar in South Austin, so if there's a game you want to watch, make sure you watch it here. They have a great selection of beers on tap and some very tasty burgers.
A great place to spend the afternoon. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. ABGB is obviously known for their beer, but their food is quite good as well. This is a new Austin favorite.
435 locals recommend
The Austin Beer Garden Brewing Co.
1305 W Oltorf StA great place to spend the afternoon. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. ABGB is obviously known for their beer, but their food is quite good as well. This is a new Austin favorite.
Historic Scoot Inn
1308 E 4th StStubb's Bar-B-Q
801 Red River StThis is a classic Texas Bar. It's been around for decades and you'll likely get to hear some live music and experience two-stepping.
478 locals recommend
Broken Spoke
3201 S Lamar BlvdThis is a classic Texas Bar. It's been around for decades and you'll likely get to hear some live music and experience two-stepping.
This is a must see bar. They have live music every night. It's country western themed, but there's always a good mix of people there.
672 locals recommend
The White Horse
500 Comal StThis is a must see bar. They have live music every night. It's country western themed, but there's always a good mix of people there.
Parks & Nature
Look up the Barton Creek Greenbelt online. This is one of many entrances to a 12 mile trail that extends from Zilker Park. It's completely protected...you won't even be able to tell that your within the city limits.
531 locals recommend
Barton Creek Greenbelt
3755 South Capital of Texas HighwayLook up the Barton Creek Greenbelt online. This is one of many entrances to a 12 mile trail that extends from Zilker Park. It's completely protected...you won't even be able to tell that your within the city limits.
Town Lake Trail
Get amazing views of downtown while running or walking around Town Lake.
This park is perfect for picnics, running, walking, frisbee, or whatever you can imagine.
1533 locals recommend
Zilker Metropolitan Park
2207 Barton Springs RdThis park is perfect for picnics, running, walking, frisbee, or whatever you can imagine.
I called this a beach because it's essentially Austin's beach. Come here to swim in a natural springs that stays at a constant temperature of 68-70 degrees. There are big hills on either side to lay down your towel to catch some sun.
Admission is $4 per person.
Tip: Park on Robert E. Lee. There is a back entrance to Barton Springs. This entrance is also closer to the house.
2454 locals recommend
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrI called this a beach because it's essentially Austin's beach. Come here to swim in a natural springs that stays at a constant temperature of 68-70 degrees. There are big hills on either side to lay down your towel to catch some sun.
Admission is $4 per person.
Tip: Park on Robert E. Lee. There is a back entrance to Barton Springs. This entrance is also closer to the house.
Essentials
You'll find lots of organic food here. Similar to Whole Foods, they make sandwiches, have a salad bar, and have other food options like that.
337 locals recommend
Wheatsville Food Co-Op
3101 Guadalupe StYou'll find lots of organic food here. Similar to Whole Foods, they make sandwiches, have a salad bar, and have other food options like that.
Whole Foods Market
525 N Lamar BlvdLarge grocery store very similar to Whole Foods but a little less expensive. Still very high quality though.
765 locals recommend
Central Market
4477 S Lamar BlvdLarge grocery store very similar to Whole Foods but a little less expensive. Still very high quality though.
CVS
2101 S Lamar BlvdWalgreens
2501 S Lamar Blvd