MaryAlice’s Essential Austin Guidebook
Hiking and Outdoor Activities
Kayak, canoe, & SUP (stand up paddle board) rentals in the heart of the city with amazing downtown views. 2418 Stratford Drive Austin, TX 78746
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Rowing Dock
2418 Stratford DrKayak, canoe, & SUP (stand up paddle board) rentals in the heart of the city with amazing downtown views. 2418 Stratford Drive Austin, TX 78746
Workout with scenic views of downtown and the lake. Find parking near Austin High School and walk towards the pedestrian bridge.
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Ann And Roy Butler Hike And Bike Trail
Workout with scenic views of downtown and the lake. Find parking near Austin High School and walk towards the pedestrian bridge.
An easy / moderate hike with a creek that flows alongside your trail. There are numerous spots to stop along the hike where tourists and locals gather to swim and drink. 2201 barton springs road is one entrance to the trail.
Entry is available by reservation only, so make sure to visit the website and select an open time slot before you plan your trip. With 12 miles of gorgeous hiking trails, creek beds, and waterfalls, the Greenbelt is a must-visit for every Austinite and visitor alike.
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Barton Creek Greenbelt
3755 South Capital of Texas HighwayAn easy / moderate hike with a creek that flows alongside your trail. There are numerous spots to stop along the hike where tourists and locals gather to swim and drink. 2201 barton springs road is one entrance to the trail.
Entry is available by reservation only, so make sure to visit the website and select an open time slot before you plan your trip. With 12 miles of gorgeous hiking trails, creek beds, and waterfalls, the Greenbelt is a must-visit for every Austinite and visitor alike.
This is a BEAUTIFUL place to catch the sunset. There is a large staircase, and at the top you are greeted with ample space to watch mother nature put on a show over the lake. 3800 mount bonnell road. Pro Tip: before stopping here, visit Mayfield Park to get up close and personal with a pride of beautiful peacocks. It's free and super close to Mount Bonnell.
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Mount Bonnell
This is a BEAUTIFUL place to catch the sunset. There is a large staircase, and at the top you are greeted with ample space to watch mother nature put on a show over the lake. 3800 mount bonnell road. Pro Tip: before stopping here, visit Mayfield Park to get up close and personal with a pride of beautiful peacocks. It's free and super close to Mount Bonnell.
Hike up (short, steep up some tall/flat boulders), and enjoy a picturesque view / iconic photo opp spot. You will see cars parked close to the trail entrance. 5300 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78730
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Udsigt over Pennybacker Bridge
North Capital of Texas HighwayHike up (short, steep up some tall/flat boulders), and enjoy a picturesque view / iconic photo opp spot. You will see cars parked close to the trail entrance. 5300 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78730
Get up close and personal with a pride of peacocks. It's free! 3505 W 35th Street Austin, TX 78703. Pro Tip: if you're coming here, your next stop should be Mount Bonnell to catch a spectacular sunset.
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Mayfield Park and Nature Preserve
3505 W 35th StGet up close and personal with a pride of peacocks. It's free! 3505 W 35th Street Austin, TX 78703. Pro Tip: if you're coming here, your next stop should be Mount Bonnell to catch a spectacular sunset.
A local treasure. The center features more than 900 species of native Texas plants in both garden and natural settings and is home to a breadth of educational programs and events. 4801 la crosse ave austin, TX 78739
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Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
4801 La Crosse AveA local treasure. The center features more than 900 species of native Texas plants in both garden and natural settings and is home to a breadth of educational programs and events. 4801 la crosse ave austin, TX 78739
Deep Eddy Pool is a historic, man-made swimming pool in Austin, Texas. Deep Eddy is the oldest swimming pool in Texas and features a bathhouse built during the Depression era. disclaimer: women sunbathing sans tops is a common occurrence here :) 2131 William Barton Dr. Austin, TX 78746
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Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrDeep Eddy Pool is a historic, man-made swimming pool in Austin, Texas. Deep Eddy is the oldest swimming pool in Texas and features a bathhouse built during the Depression era. disclaimer: women sunbathing sans tops is a common occurrence here :) 2131 William Barton Dr. Austin, TX 78746
Coffee Fix
BOOZY COFFEE (need I say more?) Ample outdoor seating, beautiful lights, fire pit circles, plus live music!
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Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden
121 Pickle RdBOOZY COFFEE (need I say more?) Ample outdoor seating, beautiful lights, fire pit circles, plus live music!
While strolling on south congress avenue, stop for some jo @ Jo's coffee and take a photo by their iconic "i love you so much" mural.
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Jo's Coffee
1300 S Congress AveWhile strolling on south congress avenue, stop for some jo @ Jo's coffee and take a photo by their iconic "i love you so much" mural.
Cozy wine & coffee haven serving Greek eats with red leather couches, an outdoor patio & live music. 2050 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
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Opa
2050 S Lamar BlvdCozy wine & coffee haven serving Greek eats with red leather couches, an outdoor patio & live music. 2050 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Austin's best Murals
@ Guadalupe and 21st Streets
You might have noticed renditions of this whimsical, bug-eyed bullfrog on T-shirts, socks and figurines around town. But the original can be found on Guadalupe Street, near the University of Texas at Austin campus. Created in 1993 by artist Daniel Johnston, this friendly bullfrog features the words “Hi, How Are You?”
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Jeremiah The Innocent Mural
408 W 21st St@ Guadalupe and 21st Streets
You might have noticed renditions of this whimsical, bug-eyed bullfrog on T-shirts, socks and figurines around town. But the original can be found on Guadalupe Street, near the University of Texas at Austin campus. Created in 1993 by artist Daniel Johnston, this friendly bullfrog features the words “Hi, How Are You?”
Stop for a cup of coffee here and enjoy a popular photo opp by their "I love you so much" mural
1300 S. Congress Ave.
In the heart of the South Congress (SoCo) entertainment district and located on the side of Jo’s Coffee - known for its sweet Iced Turbo coffee, mouthwatering tacos and unparalleled people-watching - the “I love you so much” mural is perhaps Austin’s most well-known. In fact, this simple yet timeless message attracts such a following that there’s sometimes a line to take a picture in front of it.
Pro Tip: To beat the crowds, make this your first destination of the day, and be sure to grab a cuppa joe from Jo’s while you’re here.
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Jo's Coffee
1300 S Congress AveStop for a cup of coffee here and enjoy a popular photo opp by their "I love you so much" mural
1300 S. Congress Ave.
In the heart of the South Congress (SoCo) entertainment district and located on the side of Jo’s Coffee - known for its sweet Iced Turbo coffee, mouthwatering tacos and unparalleled people-watching - the “I love you so much” mural is perhaps Austin’s most well-known. In fact, this simple yet timeless message attracts such a following that there’s sometimes a line to take a picture in front of it.
Pro Tip: To beat the crowds, make this your first destination of the day, and be sure to grab a cuppa joe from Jo’s while you’re here.
1720 S. First St.
Like a vibrant postcard you can step into, the iconic “Greetings from Austin” mural welcomes visitors to the South Austin neighborhood.
Get the Shot: Stand between the painted capitol building and the word “Capitol” and have someone take your picture to capture the entire iconic image.
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Greetings from Austin Mural
1720 S 1st St1720 S. First St.
Like a vibrant postcard you can step into, the iconic “Greetings from Austin” mural welcomes visitors to the South Austin neighborhood.
Get the Shot: Stand between the painted capitol building and the word “Capitol” and have someone take your picture to capture the entire iconic image.
2000 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
What fun is a picture with your sweetheart if you’re not going to get a little corny? Take your beloved to this pun-tastic, picture-perfect mural in East Austin for a sweeter-than-sweet shot.
Pose Perfect: Stand between the fluffy slice of bread and the melty cube of butter (right beneath the heart!) to strike a pose.
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You’re My Butter Half Mural
2000 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd2000 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
What fun is a picture with your sweetheart if you’re not going to get a little corny? Take your beloved to this pun-tastic, picture-perfect mural in East Austin for a sweeter-than-sweet shot.
Pose Perfect: Stand between the fluffy slice of bread and the melty cube of butter (right beneath the heart!) to strike a pose.
206 E. Elizabeth St.
What do you hope to accomplish in your lifetime? Have you got a dream you’ve never shared before? Now is the time.
Make the Most of It: Pick up a piece of chalk and add your own life goal to this fill-in-the-blank, interactive piece located just a couple blocks from South Congress Avenue. Then, snap a picture to share your dream with the world.
Before I Die Wall Austin TX
206 E Elizabeth St206 E. Elizabeth St.
What do you hope to accomplish in your lifetime? Have you got a dream you’ve never shared before? Now is the time.
Make the Most of It: Pick up a piece of chalk and add your own life goal to this fill-in-the-blank, interactive piece located just a couple blocks from South Congress Avenue. Then, snap a picture to share your dream with the world.
Shopping
Every store should ever need from Apple to Macy's to H&M and a beautiful outdoor setting. 11410 Century Oaks Terrace
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The Domain
11410 Century Oaks TerraceEvery store should ever need from Apple to Macy's to H&M and a beautiful outdoor setting. 11410 Century Oaks Terrace
Venture to South Congress Avenue for a few iconic blocks of shopping and dining. Great for 1st time visitors and people of all ages. Enjoy the food trucks, venture into Allen's boots, or the iconic Lucy in Disguise costume shop. Pro Tip: Stop at Hotel San Jose - a popular lounge for tourists and locals alike. Grab a frose and dip your feet in their pool.
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South Congress
Venture to South Congress Avenue for a few iconic blocks of shopping and dining. Great for 1st time visitors and people of all ages. Enjoy the food trucks, venture into Allen's boots, or the iconic Lucy in Disguise costume shop. Pro Tip: Stop at Hotel San Jose - a popular lounge for tourists and locals alike. Grab a frose and dip your feet in their pool.
Sightseeing
Come enjoy the many floors and observation deck of the newly constructed central library @ 710 W. César Chávez St. Charge up, read a book, tinker...
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Austin Central Library, Austin Public Library
710 W Cesar Chavez StCome enjoy the many floors and observation deck of the newly constructed central library @ 710 W. César Chávez St. Charge up, read a book, tinker...
The Thinkery is where Austin’s children and their families come to enjoy play-based, inquiry-rich, hands-on learning experiences. Be sure to check their website calendar for Thinkery21 a fun event For adults 21+ only with booze and tons of arts / crafts / projects to keep you and your friends entertained. 1830 Simond Avenue Austin, TX 78723
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Thinkery
1830 Simond AveThe Thinkery is where Austin’s children and their families come to enjoy play-based, inquiry-rich, hands-on learning experiences. Be sure to check their website calendar for Thinkery21 a fun event For adults 21+ only with booze and tons of arts / crafts / projects to keep you and your friends entertained. 1830 Simond Avenue Austin, TX 78723
A must visit! Renaissance to 20th century American paintings, Latin American art, plus Greek and Roman sculpture. 200 E Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
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Blanton Museum of Art
200 East Martin Luther King Junior BoulevardA must visit! Renaissance to 20th century American paintings, Latin American art, plus Greek and Roman sculpture. 200 E Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Home to a small permanent collection and also profiles young Latino artists. Check this out if you’re near downtown! 419 Congress Avenue
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Mexic-Arte Museum
419 Congress AvenueHome to a small permanent collection and also profiles young Latino artists. Check this out if you’re near downtown! 419 Congress Avenue
Contemporary museum dedicated to promoting Texas-based artists
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The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center
700 Congress AveContemporary museum dedicated to promoting Texas-based artists
Food scene
Since 1986, Guero’s has been serving up tasty Tex-Mex in Central Austin. Get a table in the main restaurant for fajitas, enchiladas, and some seriously addicting Chile con Queso. During the summer, enjoy live music in the shaded Oak Garden next door while sipping on a frozen house margarita with a Cointreau floater. Address: 1412 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
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Güero's Taco Bar
1412 S Congress AveSince 1986, Guero’s has been serving up tasty Tex-Mex in Central Austin. Get a table in the main restaurant for fajitas, enchiladas, and some seriously addicting Chile con Queso. During the summer, enjoy live music in the shaded Oak Garden next door while sipping on a frozen house margarita with a Cointreau floater. Address: 1412 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
enjoy exquisite Mexican cuisine in an amazingly chic atmosphere from a world class chef. Pro Tip: call ahead to make a reservation at *happy hour* to take advantage of the happy hour prices. Splurge on: bone marrow tacos (trust me. They are A-M-A-Z-I-N-G); just ask your waiter how to go about preparing your taco. Thank me later :) 501 Colorado Street Austin, TX 78701
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Comedor
501 Colorado Stenjoy exquisite Mexican cuisine in an amazingly chic atmosphere from a world class chef. Pro Tip: call ahead to make a reservation at *happy hour* to take advantage of the happy hour prices. Splurge on: bone marrow tacos (trust me. They are A-M-A-Z-I-N-G); just ask your waiter how to go about preparing your taco. Thank me later :) 501 Colorado Street Austin, TX 78701
This is hands down the best burger in Austin. Trust me. Sit out back on their shaded patio. They also have incredibly extravagant bloody mary's here. Located downtown @ 517 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701
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Casino El Camino
517 E 6th StThis is hands down the best burger in Austin. Trust me. Sit out back on their shaded patio. They also have incredibly extravagant bloody mary's here. Located downtown @ 517 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701
There are multiple locations around the city. I highly recommend their deep dish pizza - try "the cadillac" and you will quickly soar to pizza heaven.
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Via 313 Pizza
10106 W 6th StThere are multiple locations around the city. I highly recommend their deep dish pizza - try "the cadillac" and you will quickly soar to pizza heaven.
A local favorite on the very hip east side of Austin. Visit for breakfast and try the "Mom's Migas Plate." It always hits the spot! Pro Tip: nursing a hangover? This plate should fix you right up ;) 1707 E 6th Street Austin, TX 78702
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Tamale House East
1707 E 6th StA local favorite on the very hip east side of Austin. Visit for breakfast and try the "Mom's Migas Plate." It always hits the spot! Pro Tip: nursing a hangover? This plate should fix you right up ;) 1707 E 6th Street Austin, TX 78702
Every article about Austin's tacos scene always lists veracruz all natural as the best taco in Austin. No one's getting paid to publish that - it's been verified. Do yourself a favor and stop by 2505 Webberville Rd, Austin, TX 78702 Veracruz All Natural Is Rolling New Taco and Juice Trucks In East Austin.
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Veracruz All Natural Food Truck
2505 Webberville RoadEvery article about Austin's tacos scene always lists veracruz all natural as the best taco in Austin. No one's getting paid to publish that - it's been verified. Do yourself a favor and stop by 2505 Webberville Rd, Austin, TX 78702 Veracruz All Natural Is Rolling New Taco and Juice Trucks In East Austin.
Just super yummy, authentic Mexican food in South Austin. You won't be disappointed. 1901 W William Cannon Dr, Austin, TX 78745
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Casa Garcia's
1901 West William Cannon DriveJust super yummy, authentic Mexican food in South Austin. You won't be disappointed. 1901 W William Cannon Dr, Austin, TX 78745
A very popular and hip east Austin cafe. highly recommended. 2115 Holly St Austin, TX 78702
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Launderette
2115 Holly StA very popular and hip east Austin cafe. highly recommended. 2115 Holly St Austin, TX 78702
Ramen Tatsu-Ya
1234 S Lamar BlvdAmazing Ramen with multiple locations in Austin
American comfort food & strong cocktails are served at a warm bar with a patio & vintage accents. Take a picture at their iconic entrance neon before you depart ;) 506 West Avenue Austin, TX 78701
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Irene’s
506 West AveAmerican comfort food & strong cocktails are served at a warm bar with a patio & vintage accents. Take a picture at their iconic entrance neon before you depart ;) 506 West Avenue Austin, TX 78701
Steaks & snails plus wine & cocktails in a little bungalow with a light-strung patio in hip East Austin. 4710 E 5th St, Austin, TX 78702
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Justine's
4710 E 5th StSteaks & snails plus wine & cocktails in a little bungalow with a light-strung patio in hip East Austin. 4710 E 5th St, Austin, TX 78702
Fish, oysters & surf 'n' turf are dished at this laid-back spot with an open kitchen & shaded patio. 1400 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
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Perla's
1400 S Congress AveFish, oysters & surf 'n' turf are dished at this laid-back spot with an open kitchen & shaded patio. 1400 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
This counter-serve bakeshop serves creative donuts in colorful, quirky environs. 212 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701
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Voodoo Doughnut - 6th Street
212 E 6th StThis counter-serve bakeshop serves creative donuts in colorful, quirky environs. 212 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701
The famous Driskill Hotel in downtown Austin is an iconic landmark of Texas hospitality built in 1886. Dine at this American steakhouse featuring old-fashioned leather furnishings & woodsy decor. Located in the heart of downtown @ 604 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701
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The Driskill
217 Congress AveThe famous Driskill Hotel in downtown Austin is an iconic landmark of Texas hospitality built in 1886. Dine at this American steakhouse featuring old-fashioned leather furnishings & woodsy decor. Located in the heart of downtown @ 604 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701
If there’s one upside to quarantine life, it’s that you can try Aaron Franklin’s famous barbecue without staking out your spot in line at 6am Franklin BBQ has gone to a reservation-only system for selling their world-famous brisket.
900 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702
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Franklin Barbecue
900 E 11th StIf there’s one upside to quarantine life, it’s that you can try Aaron Franklin’s famous barbecue without staking out your spot in line at 6am Franklin BBQ has gone to a reservation-only system for selling their world-famous brisket.
900 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702
A long time local favorite. Home Slice is a pizza joint serving authentic NY-style pizza-by the pie or by the slice-to nice people like you.
1415 S Congress Ave
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Home Slice Pizza
1415 S Congress AveA long time local favorite. Home Slice is a pizza joint serving authentic NY-style pizza-by the pie or by the slice-to nice people like you.
1415 S Congress Ave
Nightlife / Let's grab a drink
Live country music is served up in this hip, upbeat, sprawling honky-tonk with a taco truck outside. Located in hip East Austin. 500 Comal Street Austin, TX 78702
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The White Horse
500 Comal StLive country music is served up in this hip, upbeat, sprawling honky-tonk with a taco truck outside. Located in hip East Austin. 500 Comal Street Austin, TX 78702
Karaoke rules at this basic bar & pool venue, which hosts nightly sessions & national tournaments. 510 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
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Ego's Bar
510 S Congress AveKaraoke rules at this basic bar & pool venue, which hosts nightly sessions & national tournaments. 510 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Warehouselike beer garden matching house microbrews with pub bites such as pizza & sandwiches. 1305 W Oltorf St, Austin, TX 78704
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The Austin Beer Garden Brewing Co.
1305 W Oltorf StWarehouselike beer garden matching house microbrews with pub bites such as pizza & sandwiches. 1305 W Oltorf St, Austin, TX 78704
If you happen to be on the east side, pop in to la perla and order an "ARMODELLO" - it's modello in a can dressed with lime, tabasco and beer salt, and a great price to boot
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La Perla Bar
1512 E 6th StIf you happen to be on the east side, pop in to la perla and order an "ARMODELLO" - it's modello in a can dressed with lime, tabasco and beer salt, and a great price to boot
a really snazzy atmosphere with great drinks and views in downtown Austin. Enjoy happy hour on their fancy outdoor patio. 111 E Cesar Chavez St. Austin, TX 78701
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P6
111 E Cesar Chavez Sta really snazzy atmosphere with great drinks and views in downtown Austin. Enjoy happy hour on their fancy outdoor patio. 111 E Cesar Chavez St. Austin, TX 78701
Visit on a Saturday night for the best dj's and booty dancing in East Austin. 1502 E 6th Street Austin, TX 78702
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HOTEL VEGAS
1502 E 6th StVisit on a Saturday night for the best dj's and booty dancing in East Austin. 1502 E 6th Street Austin, TX 78702
Drink up. Play on. Open-air space with full bar including draft cocktails, tacos, TVs & bar games. 621 Congress Ave Suite 101, Austin, TX 78701
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Upstairs at Caroline - OPEN
109 Congress AveDrink up. Play on. Open-air space with full bar including draft cocktails, tacos, TVs & bar games. 621 Congress Ave Suite 101, Austin, TX 78701
One of the hippest bars in East Austin with ample outdoor seating and a mezcal bar upstairs. 1816 E 6th Street, Austin, TX 78702
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Whisler's
1816 E 6th StOne of the hippest bars in East Austin with ample outdoor seating and a mezcal bar upstairs. 1816 E 6th Street, Austin, TX 78702
Cozy brewery for house beers sold only on-premise, plus root beer, kombucha, espresso & house tacos. And ample outdoor seating. 1902 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702
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Lazarus Brewing Co.
1902 E 6th StCozy brewery for house beers sold only on-premise, plus root beer, kombucha, espresso & house tacos. And ample outdoor seating. 1902 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702
Legendary watering hole featuring an old-fashioned jukebox, draft brews, pool & an upbeat vibe. 2315 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX 78703
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Deep Eddy Cabaret
2315 Lake Austin BoulevardLegendary watering hole featuring an old-fashioned jukebox, draft brews, pool & an upbeat vibe. 2315 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX 78703
You may not be able to travel to Munich for Oktoberfest this year, but you can recreate the German Beer Garden experience when drinking at the Easy Tiger Linc. Although Easy Tiger has another location downtown, the outdoor patio at the North-based Linc location is much more spacious, so you can be sure to pack all your friends into one of their many long picnic tables. Also, with both unique American craft beers and a bakery that specializes in pretzels the size of a high-school lunch tray, it could not be more of a gluten-lover’s dream.
How to order: Patio-seating only with table-side service. Food and drinks also available for delivery and curbside pickup.
N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd Suite 1100, Austin, TX 78752
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Easy Tiger Linc
6406 N Interstate 35 Frontage RdYou may not be able to travel to Munich for Oktoberfest this year, but you can recreate the German Beer Garden experience when drinking at the Easy Tiger Linc. Although Easy Tiger has another location downtown, the outdoor patio at the North-based Linc location is much more spacious, so you can be sure to pack all your friends into one of their many long picnic tables. Also, with both unique American craft beers and a bakery that specializes in pretzels the size of a high-school lunch tray, it could not be more of a gluten-lover’s dream.
How to order: Patio-seating only with table-side service. Food and drinks also available for delivery and curbside pickup.
N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd Suite 1100, Austin, TX 78752
Inventive craft cocktails are served in an airy, industrial-chic space with a cozy upstairs lounge. Bar hop through the centuries at The Roosevelt Room, where the cocktails are literally listed on the menu by era. 307 W 5th St, Austin, TX 78701
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The Roosevelt Room
307 W 5th StInventive craft cocktails are served in an airy, industrial-chic space with a cozy upstairs lounge. Bar hop through the centuries at The Roosevelt Room, where the cocktails are literally listed on the menu by era. 307 W 5th St, Austin, TX 78701
The Firehouse Lounge is only accessible through a hidden bookshelf in the hostel lobby. Are you not intrigued? This speakeasy is a must visit...even if you just want to walk through the bookshelf door and grab a quick drink :) 605 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701
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Firehouse Lounge
605 Brazos StThe Firehouse Lounge is only accessible through a hidden bookshelf in the hostel lobby. Are you not intrigued? This speakeasy is a must visit...even if you just want to walk through the bookshelf door and grab a quick drink :) 605 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701
A recent addition to the Austin scene, Sagebrush is one of the only places to currently catch a show in the Live Music Capital. This is possible due to their large backyard outdoor space, which allows for you to take in all the tunes without taking in any COVID risks. Check out their website for more details on who’s playing on what night, so you can decide if you want to listen to Blues or Bluegrass while you have a beer and some gumbo from the Baton Creole cajun food truck parked out front. Head there on Sundays for the Sagebrush Treasure Market, an outdoor socially distanced market with great vintage t-shirts and cowboy boots, among other finds.
How to order: No reservations accepted, so show up early to pay the door cover and secure your seat for the music. Food available to-go from the Baton Creole food truck.
5500 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78745
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Sagebrush
5500 South Congress AvenueA recent addition to the Austin scene, Sagebrush is one of the only places to currently catch a show in the Live Music Capital. This is possible due to their large backyard outdoor space, which allows for you to take in all the tunes without taking in any COVID risks. Check out their website for more details on who’s playing on what night, so you can decide if you want to listen to Blues or Bluegrass while you have a beer and some gumbo from the Baton Creole cajun food truck parked out front. Head there on Sundays for the Sagebrush Treasure Market, an outdoor socially distanced market with great vintage t-shirts and cowboy boots, among other finds.
How to order: No reservations accepted, so show up early to pay the door cover and secure your seat for the music. Food available to-go from the Baton Creole food truck.
5500 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78745
If you’re looking for a 1970s-inspired patio paradise, complete with portraits of Burt Reynolds, look no further than Kitty Cohen’s. Their outdoor area, complete with a decorative mini-pool in the center, serves as the perfect landscape to split a big bowl of their gin and Prosecco Key Party punch with friends -- which is, of course, served from a retro glass punch bowl into a matching set of handled cups. Their Froses and Aperol Spritzes are equally on-point for lounging underneath their green-umbrella covered tables. As if that wasn’t groovy enough, Cambodian Soul Food, from Mama Kong’s, is available to eat poolside on Friday and Saturdays.
How to order: Patio-seating only -- no reservation required, masks required for ordering, and cocktails available to-go but must be ordered in person at the bar.
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Kitty Cohen's
2211 Webberville RdIf you’re looking for a 1970s-inspired patio paradise, complete with portraits of Burt Reynolds, look no further than Kitty Cohen’s. Their outdoor area, complete with a decorative mini-pool in the center, serves as the perfect landscape to split a big bowl of their gin and Prosecco Key Party punch with friends -- which is, of course, served from a retro glass punch bowl into a matching set of handled cups. Their Froses and Aperol Spritzes are equally on-point for lounging underneath their green-umbrella covered tables. As if that wasn’t groovy enough, Cambodian Soul Food, from Mama Kong’s, is available to eat poolside on Friday and Saturdays.
How to order: Patio-seating only -- no reservation required, masks required for ordering, and cocktails available to-go but must be ordered in person at the bar.
Those who’ve never been to Kinda Tropical might initially pass it by -- its outdoor appearance gives it a look of a gas station, which it formally was before opening as a bar in 2017. Give it a closer glance though, and you’ll notice the gem of an outdoor patio tucked in the back of the building. In tune with its easy Texas vibes, Kinda Tropical’s standout cocktails include a Mezcal Paloma and a Paint it Black Margarita, dyed dark with activated charcoal. Vegan-friendly eats, like Cuban Yucca Fries and a Jackfruit-based BBQ Sandwich, makes sure there is bar food that everyone can enjoy.
How to order: Patio-seating available, masks required for ordering. Food and drinks also available to-go for pickup.
3501 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702
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Kinda Tropical
3501 E 7th StThose who’ve never been to Kinda Tropical might initially pass it by -- its outdoor appearance gives it a look of a gas station, which it formally was before opening as a bar in 2017. Give it a closer glance though, and you’ll notice the gem of an outdoor patio tucked in the back of the building. In tune with its easy Texas vibes, Kinda Tropical’s standout cocktails include a Mezcal Paloma and a Paint it Black Margarita, dyed dark with activated charcoal. Vegan-friendly eats, like Cuban Yucca Fries and a Jackfruit-based BBQ Sandwich, makes sure there is bar food that everyone can enjoy.
How to order: Patio-seating available, masks required for ordering. Food and drinks also available to-go for pickup.
3501 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702
For those in the mood for local brews, make your way over to Central Machine Works, where everything from a full-bodied American Lager to a refreshing Pilsner, is homemade and on tap. However, if you are less-hop inclined, there are also amazing cocktails, such as the Frozen Espresso Martini, to sip at while kicking back in an indoor-outdoor space so massive that it used to be a factory making airplane parts. This brewery is also known for hosting fun weekend events -- be sure to check their website to see when there is live music, yoga, or any other social distancing safe shindig going down.
How to order: Outdoor and indoor seating available, but making reservations online ahead of time is suggested. Masks required for when guests are not seated.
4824 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702
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Central Machine Works
4824 E Cesar Chavez StFor those in the mood for local brews, make your way over to Central Machine Works, where everything from a full-bodied American Lager to a refreshing Pilsner, is homemade and on tap. However, if you are less-hop inclined, there are also amazing cocktails, such as the Frozen Espresso Martini, to sip at while kicking back in an indoor-outdoor space so massive that it used to be a factory making airplane parts. This brewery is also known for hosting fun weekend events -- be sure to check their website to see when there is live music, yoga, or any other social distancing safe shindig going down.
How to order: Outdoor and indoor seating available, but making reservations online ahead of time is suggested. Masks required for when guests are not seated.
4824 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702
Lefty's BRICK BAR is a neighborhood patio bar slinging frosty drinks and tasty little snacks every day of the week. They're the anytime spot for some outdoor cheers.
1813 C E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702
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Lefty's Brick Bar
1813 C E 6th StLefty's BRICK BAR is a neighborhood patio bar slinging frosty drinks and tasty little snacks every day of the week. They're the anytime spot for some outdoor cheers.
1813 C E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702