Guidebook for Austin
Food Scene
Sit at the bar and listen to the piano, or dine and enjoy some of the best steaks and seafood in Austin. No need to valet your car as it is one block away.
76 locals recommend
Eddie V's Prime Seafood
301 E 5th StSit at the bar and listen to the piano, or dine and enjoy some of the best steaks and seafood in Austin. No need to valet your car as it is one block away.
Fantastic small and unique plates ideal for sharing. Come on a date or with a small group. People drive from all over town to eat here, and you can walk two blocks and enjoy.
85 locals recommend
Swift's Attic
315 Congress AveFantastic small and unique plates ideal for sharing. Come on a date or with a small group. People drive from all over town to eat here, and you can walk two blocks and enjoy.
People rave about this chain Brazilian steakhouse, but I have yet to visit. It is one block away, and looks like a very nice establishment.
15 locals recommend
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
200 E 3rd StPeople rave about this chain Brazilian steakhouse, but I have yet to visit. It is one block away, and looks like a very nice establishment.
If you want pizza, this is one of the staples in downtown Austin. They are open late, serve slices, and also deliver. A definite must if you have been drinking late-night.
The Onion
408 Brazos StIf you want pizza, this is one of the staples in downtown Austin. They are open late, serve slices, and also deliver. A definite must if you have been drinking late-night.
This is the most upscale dining on East 6th, and I highly recommend the oysters. They also have a really nice cocktail menu, and the bar can be fun on certain nights.
74 locals recommend
Parkside
301 E 6th StThis is the most upscale dining on East 6th, and I highly recommend the oysters. They also have a really nice cocktail menu, and the bar can be fun on certain nights.
Great food at a pet friendly restaurant. They will serve your dog or cat a gourmet meal tableside while you enjoy yours.
10 locals recommend
TRIO Restaurant
98 San Jacinto BoulevardGreat food at a pet friendly restaurant. They will serve your dog or cat a gourmet meal tableside while you enjoy yours.
Piranha Killer Sushi
207 San Jacinto BlvdThis is the closest sushi bar.
This is good BBQ that is close to the condo and has an interesting history. Sit outside and enjoy.
48 locals recommend
Iron Works Barbecue
100 Red River StThis is good BBQ that is close to the condo and has an interesting history. Sit outside and enjoy.
Ah Sing Den
1100 E 6th StGreat food with a hipster vibe. Try everything!
The cocktails are spicy here, and the steaks, quail, and chicken are to die for. Great for groups.
60 locals recommend
Ranch 616
616 Nueces StThe cocktails are spicy here, and the steaks, quail, and chicken are to die for. Great for groups.
This is a well-known chain of prime steakhouses, and this one is exactly one block away.
15 locals recommend
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
320 E 2nd StThis is a well-known chain of prime steakhouses, and this one is exactly one block away.
Literally across the street from the condo. Look out the bedroom window and dream of your morning roast.
254 locals recommend
Starbucks
1201 Barbara Jordan BlvdLiterally across the street from the condo. Look out the bedroom window and dream of your morning roast.
La Condesa
400 W 2nd StI enjoy eating at the bar here. Try the tacos as they are delicious.
This is my favorite place to come for Sunday brunch. Try the brisket frito pie and thank me later.
154 locals recommend
Lamberts
401 W 2nd StThis is my favorite place to come for Sunday brunch. Try the brisket frito pie and thank me later.
Truluck's Austin Downtown
300 Colorado StThis is a very popular place to dine.
Underwhelming food, but decent drinks and it is very close. They have a nice rooftop patio to enjoy on good weather days.
24 locals recommend
Iron Cactus Mexican Restaurant and Margarita Bar
606 Trinity StUnderwhelming food, but decent drinks and it is very close. They have a nice rooftop patio to enjoy on good weather days.
This is the tiny gourmet pizza place on the back entrance of the Parkside Restaurant. Same owner. Great food. Don't blink as you pass or you will miss it.
36 locals recommend
The Backspace
507 San Jacinto BlvdThis is the tiny gourmet pizza place on the back entrance of the Parkside Restaurant. Same owner. Great food. Don't blink as you pass or you will miss it.
Blue Ribbon Barbecue
120 East 4th StreetThe closest BBQ to the condo, and it's actually pretty good.
Trace
200 Lavaca StThis is a good place to eat in the W Hotel. Try the sliders at lunch.
This is the perfect place to grab, soup, salad, breakfast, or a sandwich for your day. Everything is fresh/organic, and they also serve coffee and sell gifts/flowers.
46 locals recommend
Walton's Fancy & Staple
609 W 6th StThis is the perfect place to grab, soup, salad, breakfast, or a sandwich for your day. Everything is fresh/organic, and they also serve coffee and sell gifts/flowers.
Next door to Walton's, and owned by the same people, this is a good place to come for lunch or dinner.
Haddingtons
601 W 6th StNext door to Walton's, and owned by the same people, this is a good place to come for lunch or dinner.
Owned by Sandra Bullock, this basement atmosphere dining establishment is worth a visit, in my opinion.
13 locals recommend
Bess Bistro
500 W 6th StOwned by Sandra Bullock, this basement atmosphere dining establishment is worth a visit, in my opinion.
Another excellent steakhouse in downtown Austin. This one is located in the Hilton hotel, and also has a full sushi bar.
Finn & Porter Restaurant
Another excellent steakhouse in downtown Austin. This one is located in the Hilton hotel, and also has a full sushi bar.
This is a very mediocre lunch spot in the Hilton hotel. I have eaten there many times, and I do not recommend it with all of the great food around town.
6 locals recommend
Liberty Tavern
500 E 4th StThis is a very mediocre lunch spot in the Hilton hotel. I have eaten there many times, and I do not recommend it with all of the great food around town.
Chez Nous
510 Neches StFrench cuisine within a couple of blocks of the condo. Highly rated.
Kebabalicious
1311 E 7th StKebab food truck that people rave about.
Please don't go here to eat with all of the local food options that blow this chain out of the water unless you are just grabbing a drink while waiting to see the bats.
TGI Fridays
Please don't go here to eat with all of the local food options that blow this chain out of the water unless you are just grabbing a drink while waiting to see the bats.
Great place for lunch or dinner. Try the pepperoni soup. It sounds terrible, but is truly unique and delicious.
82 locals recommend
Second Bar + Kitchen
200 Congress AveGreat place for lunch or dinner. Try the pepperoni soup. It sounds terrible, but is truly unique and delicious.
Another sushi bar within walking distance, but this one is not my favorite.
15 locals recommend
Maiko Sushi Lounge
207 San Jacinto BlvdAnother sushi bar within walking distance, but this one is not my favorite.
They started serving dinner lately, but this cafe is a great place to grab lunch and sit outside on Congress. People watch here.
20 locals recommend
Joe's Place
1814 E Martin Luther King Jr BlvdThey started serving dinner lately, but this cafe is a great place to grab lunch and sit outside on Congress. People watch here.
This is a very popular place to eat south of the Congress bridge. It gets very busy on the weekends, so prepare to wait or shop in the area while you work your way up the list.
279 locals recommend
South Congress Cafe
1600 S Congress AveThis is a very popular place to eat south of the Congress bridge. It gets very busy on the weekends, so prepare to wait or shop in the area while you work your way up the list.
This is a well-known pizza joint on South Congress that people love.
791 locals recommend
Home Slice Pizza
1415 S Congress AveThis is a well-known pizza joint on South Congress that people love.
Fantastic italian food about 2 blocks away. Be sure to make a reservation.
12 locals recommend
La Traviata
314 Congress AveFantastic italian food about 2 blocks away. Be sure to make a reservation.
This is my favorite italian food in Austin, and they also require reservations.
158 locals recommend
Vespaio
1610 S Congress AveThis is my favorite italian food in Austin, and they also require reservations.
This is my favorite place to get oysters in Austin, other than Parkside, and they also have amazing drinks and the best escolar I have ever tasted.
398 locals recommend
Perla's
1400 S Congress AveThis is my favorite place to get oysters in Austin, other than Parkside, and they also have amazing drinks and the best escolar I have ever tasted.
There is a line at this place to get burgers most of the time. I tried it once, and it was really good.
780 locals recommend
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
1400 S Congress AveThere is a line at this place to get burgers most of the time. I tried it once, and it was really good.
This is a new asian fusion restaurant that has been getting great reviews. I enjoyed it, and recommend sitting at the kitchen "bar" area. It is almost as entertaining as watching a sushi chef.
349 locals recommend
Sway
1417 S 1st StThis is a new asian fusion restaurant that has been getting great reviews. I enjoyed it, and recommend sitting at the kitchen "bar" area. It is almost as entertaining as watching a sushi chef.
This is a famous Mexican restaurant in Austin. There are better places, in my opinion, but you should go once to see the hub cabs and unique decor that makes Chuy's special.
412 locals recommend
Chuy's
1728 Barton Springs RdThis is a famous Mexican restaurant in Austin. There are better places, in my opinion, but you should go once to see the hub cabs and unique decor that makes Chuy's special.
I don't love their BBQ, but others do. The pork is the best, but there are so many other places to choose from that I do not recommend this spot often.
68 locals recommend
Green Mesquite BBQ
1400 Barton Springs RdI don't love their BBQ, but others do. The pork is the best, but there are so many other places to choose from that I do not recommend this spot often.
This is a new place by the same people that own Perla's. I prefer Perla's, but Clark's has good drinks and decent service.
246 locals recommend
Clark's Oyster Bar
1200 W 6th StThis is a new place by the same people that own Perla's. I prefer Perla's, but Clark's has good drinks and decent service.
This place was featured on the show Diners, Drives, and Drive Ins. Try the egg sandwich. This place is tiny, so you might have to wait a few minutes.
211 locals recommend
Counter Cafe
1914 E 6th StThis place was featured on the show Diners, Drives, and Drive Ins. Try the egg sandwich. This place is tiny, so you might have to wait a few minutes.
Another steakhouse that just opened up. It is sandwiched between Finn and Porter and Eddie V's, which both have fantastic steaks. I am not sure I will end up going here.
Rivals Steakhouse
311 E 5th StAnother steakhouse that just opened up. It is sandwiched between Finn and Porter and Eddie V's, which both have fantastic steaks. I am not sure I will end up going here.
A french gastopub. This popular new spot is just a few blocks away from the condo.
93 locals recommend
Péché
208 W 4th StA french gastopub. This popular new spot is just a few blocks away from the condo.
This place serves truly gourmet hot dogs and sausages. I have been here once and I loved it. Mine came with mac and cheese on it, which sounded terrible and tasted great. Trust your server.
45 locals recommend
Frank
407 Colorado StThis place serves truly gourmet hot dogs and sausages. I have been here once and I loved it. Mine came with mac and cheese on it, which sounded terrible and tasted great. Trust your server.
COUNTER 3. FIVE. VII
315 Congress AveArts & Culture
This is the best movie theater in Austin, in my opinion. Pick your seats online (go for the private balcony seats) and have food and beverage service while you enjoy the show.
228 locals recommend
Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas
320 E 6th StThis is the best movie theater in Austin, in my opinion. Pick your seats online (go for the private balcony seats) and have food and beverage service while you enjoy the show.
This is a fantastic place to catch a live comedy show or whatever other type of performance they offer. Great venue!
75 locals recommend
The Paramount Theatre
713 Congress AveThis is a fantastic place to catch a live comedy show or whatever other type of performance they offer. Great venue!
This is THE BEST music venue in Austin. The sound is incredible, there is not a bad seat in the house, all of the best shows are held here, and the bar setup within the complex is amazing.
326 locals recommend
ACL Live
310 W Willie Nelson BlvdThis is THE BEST music venue in Austin. The sound is incredible, there is not a bad seat in the house, all of the best shows are held here, and the bar setup within the complex is amazing.
Antone's
305 E 5th StAnother great music venue just a couple of blocks away.
This is a great live music venue and bar just across the South Congress bridge.
815 locals recommend
The Continental Gallery
1313 S Congress AveThis is a great live music venue and bar just across the South Congress bridge.
Drinks & Nightlife
If you want to drink downtown, there are a lot of options. If you want an upscale experience, a great crowd, expensive drinks, and more ambiance than you can handle, you go the W hotel.
78 locals recommend
W Austin
200 Lavaca StIf you want to drink downtown, there are a lot of options. If you want an upscale experience, a great crowd, expensive drinks, and more ambiance than you can handle, you go the W hotel.
One of the newest bars on E. 6th Street, Easy Tiger also has a great menu of sausages and other gourmet bar food fixings. Play out back over the creek when the weather is nice.
358 locals recommend
Easy Tiger
1501 E 7th StOne of the newest bars on E. 6th Street, Easy Tiger also has a great menu of sausages and other gourmet bar food fixings. Play out back over the creek when the weather is nice.
Stop in for a drink here to explore this historic downtown hotel property. This is an upscale location.
104 locals recommend
The Driskill In The Unbound Collection By Hyatt
604 Brazos StStop in for a drink here to explore this historic downtown hotel property. This is an upscale location.
This bar reminds me of Old Hollywood with its art deco styling. They sometimes have live music, and they also have a large outdoor area.
10 locals recommend
The Belmont
305 W 6th StThis bar reminds me of Old Hollywood with its art deco styling. They sometimes have live music, and they also have a large outdoor area.
Lucky Lounge
This lounge is a fun place to grab a drink.
Casino El Camino
517 E 6th StThis is a dive bar with great hamburgers.
The Jackalope
404 E 6th StThis is another dive bar with great hamburgers.
This is a cool place on Congress to catch some live music and have a few drinks.
28 locals recommend
Speakeasy
412 Congress AveThis is a cool place on Congress to catch some live music and have a few drinks.
Star Bar
600 W 6th StThis is a popular place to grab drinks during Happy Hour on West 6th.
This is another popular West 6th hangout that often offers live music and has plenty of outdoor seating.
41 locals recommend
Little Woodrow's
520 W 6th StThis is another popular West 6th hangout that often offers live music and has plenty of outdoor seating.
This West 6th bar also serves decent food until quite late. Worth a visit. This is one of the busiest bars in Austin.
18 locals recommend
J. BLACK'S
This West 6th bar also serves decent food until quite late. Worth a visit. This is one of the busiest bars in Austin.
This is more of a college hangout bar on East 6th. I remember going here in college and charging drinks to my parents credit card. They later asked why I spent so much at the library....
15 locals recommend
The Library Bar-Austin, TX
407 E 6th StThis is more of a college hangout bar on East 6th. I remember going here in college and charging drinks to my parents credit card. They later asked why I spent so much at the library....
This is a karaoke bar on E 6th. It isn't the nicest or largest bar on the block, but it can be a lot of fun with the right group of people.
Agave
This is a karaoke bar on E 6th. It isn't the nicest or largest bar on the block, but it can be a lot of fun with the right group of people.
Logan's on Sixth
200 E 6th StAnother E 6th Street bar....that I have never been into.
I don't love this place, but it is directly across the street, and will do in a pinch.
6 locals recommend
Champions Sports Bar
300 E 4th StI don't love this place, but it is directly across the street, and will do in a pinch.
Reservations required for this hidden speakeasy with fantastic (strong) cocktails. Book online at www.MidnightCowboyModeling.com.
313 E 6th St
313 East 6th StreetReservations required for this hidden speakeasy with fantastic (strong) cocktails. Book online at www.MidnightCowboyModeling.com.
The Ranch
710 W 6th StYet another popular W. 6th Street bar.
This is a really nice wine bar with good food as well. Live music plays here some nights of the week.
Coal Vines
314 West 2nd StreetThis is a really nice wine bar with good food as well. Live music plays here some nights of the week.
This bar in the warehouse district has live music many nights, and has both indoor and outdoor seating.
32 locals recommend
Cedar Street Courtyard
208 W 4th StThis bar in the warehouse district has live music many nights, and has both indoor and outdoor seating.
This movie theater shows a lot of independent films, and has a full bar and restaurant attached. Order food, cocktails, and whatever else you want and take it in the movie.
347 locals recommend
Violet Crown Social Club
1111 E 6th StThis movie theater shows a lot of independent films, and has a full bar and restaurant attached. Order food, cocktails, and whatever else you want and take it in the movie.
Come to the bar at this hotel, order a pitcher of sangria, and enjoy drinking it around the pool. You will love the ambiance, but the rooms are VERY expensive, so keep staying at my condo.
209 locals recommend
Hotel San Jose Lounge
1316 S Congress AveCome to the bar at this hotel, order a pitcher of sangria, and enjoy drinking it around the pool. You will love the ambiance, but the rooms are VERY expensive, so keep staying at my condo.
If you know somebody staying at this property, you can gain access to the bar here. They make fantastic drinks, and this property is quite amazing for a visit. The rooms go for BIG BUCKS.
9 locals recommend
Hotel Saint Cecilia
112 Academy DrIf you know somebody staying at this property, you can gain access to the bar here. They make fantastic drinks, and this property is quite amazing for a visit. The rooms go for BIG BUCKS.
If you are driving, and you want to hit a cool place for drinks, food, or watching some sports, this is a good destination. Not only is the food good (try the daily specials), they are very friendly.
291 locals recommend
Black Sheep Lodge
2108 S Lamar BlvdIf you are driving, and you want to hit a cool place for drinks, food, or watching some sports, this is a good destination. Not only is the food good (try the daily specials), they are very friendly.
If you want a 24 hour diner that isn't too far, this is the place. The food is good. Try their hash.
238 locals recommend
24 Diner
600 N Lamar BlvdIf you want a 24 hour diner that isn't too far, this is the place. The food is good. Try their hash.
I have not been here as this is a new place and not really my thing. Let me know if you like it.
Rebel's Saloon
305 W 5th StI have not been here as this is a new place and not really my thing. Let me know if you like it.
Rain
217 W 4th StThis is a dance club that caters to the LGBT community.
This is a bar with live music that is in the basement below Swift's Attic. A cool place.
224 locals recommend
Elephant Room
315 Congress AveThis is a bar with live music that is in the basement below Swift's Attic. A cool place.
This is, well, the tiniest bar in Texas. Get yourself a tiny drink and move on.
29 locals recommend
Tiniest Bar In Texas
817 W 5th StThis is, well, the tiniest bar in Texas. Get yourself a tiny drink and move on.
This is the 2nd highest grossing bar in Austin at the time of this list. The theme here is vintage video games and lots of booze. Crowded and fun.
93 locals recommend
Kung Fu Saloon
716 W 6th StThis is the 2nd highest grossing bar in Austin at the time of this list. The theme here is vintage video games and lots of booze. Crowded and fun.
This bar is a lot of fun on Sundays, when the music starts pumping around noon.
22 locals recommend
Dirty Bill's
511 Rio Grande StThis bar is a lot of fun on Sundays, when the music starts pumping around noon.
Maggie Mae's
323 E 6th StAn Austin favorite, and an institution.
I like this bar, and was last here on bacon night. I started dating my girlfriend that night...
136 locals recommend
Halcyon
218 W 4th StI like this bar, and was last here on bacon night. I started dating my girlfriend that night...
I have not been here lately, but my friends all went recently and had a really good time.
The Madison
307 W 5th StI have not been here lately, but my friends all went recently and had a really good time.
This place has an upper deck that is fun to hang out and drink on. I have been here many times and it can be hit or miss.
Molotov West Sixth
719 W 6th StThis place has an upper deck that is fun to hang out and drink on. I have been here many times and it can be hit or miss.
This is a little dive on West 6th with some bar games to play and a big crowd, generally speaking.
96 locals recommend
The Dogwood
715 W 6th StThis is a little dive on West 6th with some bar games to play and a big crowd, generally speaking.
This bar is located on the corner when you hit 6th street, I do not frequent this establishment.
Thirsty Nickel
325 E 6th StThis bar is located on the corner when you hit 6th street, I do not frequent this establishment.
A pub with live music on some nights of the week. This place is centrally located in the main 6th street entertainment district.
35 locals recommend
Blind Pig Pub
317 E 6th StA pub with live music on some nights of the week. This place is centrally located in the main 6th street entertainment district.
This place is located in the heart of sixth street, and is two levels if you venture back far enough to figure it out.
7 locals recommend
Cheers Shot Bar
416 E 6th StThis place is located in the heart of sixth street, and is two levels if you venture back far enough to figure it out.
The ladies that work behind the bar also sing and dance on it. It is good for a quick drink on the "Dirty Sixth" tour of bars and nightlife.
Coyote Ugly
501 E 6th StThe ladies that work behind the bar also sing and dance on it. It is good for a quick drink on the "Dirty Sixth" tour of bars and nightlife.
This basement bar is a fun place to end up late night after a number of drinks. I have had a few memorable nights here.
Barcelona
209 East 6th StreetThis basement bar is a fun place to end up late night after a number of drinks. I have had a few memorable nights here.
A bar in the warehouse district with music and 3 levels that caters to the LGBT crowd.
28 locals recommend
Oilcan Harry's
211 W 4th StA bar in the warehouse district with music and 3 levels that caters to the LGBT crowd.
A small American pub with a nice selection of beers and daily specials.
39 locals recommend
The Ginger Man Austin
301 Lavaca StreetA small American pub with a nice selection of beers and daily specials.
MugShots
407 E 7th StGet your photo taken and enjoy cheap drinks at this popular dive bar on 7th Street.
Craft cocktails and sizzling ambiance make this a must visit for those who want impressive drinks without the need for reservations...like Midnight Cowboy.
81 locals recommend
Firehouse Lounge
605 Brazos StCraft cocktails and sizzling ambiance make this a must visit for those who want impressive drinks without the need for reservations...like Midnight Cowboy.
Not only is this a fantastic dive bar, but they also have a couple of different venues for live music. During SXSW, this is a great spot. I love the photos of the Austin Facial Hair Club.
166 locals recommend
Mohawk Austin
912 Red River StNot only is this a fantastic dive bar, but they also have a couple of different venues for live music. During SXSW, this is a great spot. I love the photos of the Austin Facial Hair Club.
An Irish pub. I have not been, but I am sure it is like every other Irish pub.
15 locals recommend
B.D. Riley's Irish Pub Downtown
An Irish pub. I have not been, but I am sure it is like every other Irish pub.
This is a popular dive bar that has been around forever. It is located near UT campus. My friend's church does theology on tap there on Tuesdays.
32 locals recommend
The Dog & Duck Pub
2400 Webberville RoadThis is a popular dive bar that has been around forever. It is located near UT campus. My friend's church does theology on tap there on Tuesdays.
Average cocktails in a high volume place that is centrally located on West 6th. They also serve food, which they pair with beers, wines, and spirits on the menu.
219 W 6th St
219 West 6th StreetAverage cocktails in a high volume place that is centrally located on West 6th. They also serve food, which they pair with beers, wines, and spirits on the menu.
If you have been to a dueling piano bar, you know what to expect. This bar does a lot of performing about sports, as you can imagine.
33 locals recommend
Pete's Dueling Piano Bar
421 E 6th StIf you have been to a dueling piano bar, you know what to expect. This bar does a lot of performing about sports, as you can imagine.
Patio, pool table, and booths make this small bar a fun place to visit.
19 locals recommend
the side bar
602 E 7th StPatio, pool table, and booths make this small bar a fun place to visit.
This is a popular wine bar with low light and a cozy atmosphere.
12 locals recommend
Nueces Kitchen and Bar
360 W 3rd StThis is a popular wine bar with low light and a cozy atmosphere.
This is a cool bar with a pool table and more. Go to see the large painting of Burt Reynolds, if nothing else.
37 locals recommend
HandleBar
121 E 5th StThis is a cool bar with a pool table and more. Go to see the large painting of Burt Reynolds, if nothing else.
This isn't really a dive bar, but they do have a pinball machine. Go here and check it out.
16 locals recommend
Dive Bar Austin
1703 Guadalupe StThis isn't really a dive bar, but they do have a pinball machine. Go here and check it out.
Bull McCabes
714 Red River StreetThis feels like a small town local bar in the middle of the city.
I have been going to this bar since I was at UT in the 90's. The vibe is excellent, and the outdoor seating along the cliff wall is nice on a cool evening.
Club de Ville
900 Red River StI have been going to this bar since I was at UT in the 90's. The vibe is excellent, and the outdoor seating along the cliff wall is nice on a cool evening.
306 E 3rd Street Suite A
Go online to the website and make a reservation to visit this private wine bar with incredible ambiance. Be sure to get the password before you go.
306 E 3rd St
306 East 3rd Street306 E 3rd Street Suite A
Go online to the website and make a reservation to visit this private wine bar with incredible ambiance. Be sure to get the password before you go.
Beerland
711 Red River StThis bar is also a music venue.
The concept here is the beers are sold as a commodity on an exchange, like the stock market. Tickers are throughout the bar, and if a beer keeps getting ordered, the price goes up. Others go down.
15 locals recommend
Brew Exchange
706 W 6th StThe concept here is the beers are sold as a commodity on an exchange, like the stock market. Tickers are throughout the bar, and if a beer keeps getting ordered, the price goes up. Others go down.
Everything Else
This is ground zero during SXSW, and is where you will need to go to retrieve your wristband. The good news is that it is only one block away.
290 locals recommend
Austin Convention Center
500 E Cesar Chavez StThis is ground zero during SXSW, and is where you will need to go to retrieve your wristband. The good news is that it is only one block away.
Need to get your yoga fix? Walk directly across the street to join this group. I believe the first session is free.
30 locals recommend
Wanderlust Yoga Downtown
206 E 4th StNeed to get your yoga fix? Walk directly across the street to join this group. I believe the first session is free.
This is the closest convenience store, liquor store, beer stop, etc. It isn't a really nice store, but it gets the job done in a pinch.
Shop 24
213 E 6th StThis is the closest convenience store, liquor store, beer stop, etc. It isn't a really nice store, but it gets the job done in a pinch.
If you need a haircut while you are in town (or other hair salon services) this boutique is located a block away.
ROAR
43 Rainey StIf you need a haircut while you are in town (or other hair salon services) this boutique is located a block away.
If you need to send off for dry cleaning during your visit, this cleaner is less than 2 blocks away, does a great job, and offers one day service.
Westbank Dry Cleaning - Frost Bank Tower
401 Congress AveIf you need to send off for dry cleaning during your visit, this cleaner is less than 2 blocks away, does a great job, and offers one day service.
This college friendly bar was featured many times in the Real World Austin. I have been a few times and it is definitely a crowded place with a lot of shots and beers being sold.
7 locals recommend
Dizzy Rooster
306 E 6th StThis college friendly bar was featured many times in the Real World Austin. I have been a few times and it is definitely a crowded place with a lot of shots and beers being sold.
CVS
2101 S Lamar BlvdThis is the closest pharmacy to the condo, in case you need something.
Rent this "vehicle" for save travels between bars while STILL DRINKING. This is a clever concept that is perfect for parties and group events.
9 locals recommend
PubCrawler of Austin
1607 W 6th StRent this "vehicle" for save travels between bars while STILL DRINKING. This is a clever concept that is perfect for parties and group events.
Essentials
I believe they are open until midnight (unless something has changed). This is a great little gourmet market with nice wines, coffee, prepared foods, and friendly staff.
141 locals recommend
Royal Blue Grocery
609 Congress AveI believe they are open until midnight (unless something has changed). This is a great little gourmet market with nice wines, coffee, prepared foods, and friendly staff.
This is the closest major grocery store to the condo. It is a short drive/cab ride/walk, and is the corporate headquarters for the company. Great store! You can dine there as well. Huge place!
1332 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
525 N Lamar BlvdThis is the closest major grocery store to the condo. It is a short drive/cab ride/walk, and is the corporate headquarters for the company. Great store! You can dine there as well. Huge place!
Shopping
The Gas Pipe
701 East 5th StreetThis is the local smoke shop. No smoking in the condo, please.
If you want to get nostalgic and enjoy something sweet, this is a great place to visit. It is nestled amongst a ton of other shops as well. People rave about the bacon taffy, which I have not tried.
91 locals recommend
Big Top Candy Shop
1706 S Congress AveIf you want to get nostalgic and enjoy something sweet, this is a great place to visit. It is nestled amongst a ton of other shops as well. People rave about the bacon taffy, which I have not tried.
Eclectic shopping in the heart of the South Congress (SOCO) corridor.
194 locals recommend
Uncommon Objects
1602 Fort View RdEclectic shopping in the heart of the South Congress (SOCO) corridor.