5.31.2012

Austin, TX City Guide

Austin, TX was one of the greatest cities I have ever visited. Here is my guide to the best places to eat and visit while you are there!
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Food Trailers. The best place to eat on earth. The trailer park eatery has Torchy Tacos- which is amazing.
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The Oasis: A great restaurant to watch the texas sunset. Go up to the 3rd floor- which frequently has live music and tables are more available up here. 
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Austin Java Cafe: Our absolute favorite place. We ate breakfast here every morning. They make a great cup o' joe and make killer egg quesadillas!

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Mt. Bonnell: We climbed up and saw a spectacular view of Austin from here. 
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Again, Food Trailers: The infamous Cupcake trailer is located here on South Congress Street- ate here frequently!
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The Pioneer Town: On our way to Salt Lick BBQ- we wandered off to The Pioneer Town, which is an old wild west town set up in Wimberley, TX.
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A house made of bottles at Pioneer Town- must look gorgeous at night with lights on!
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Duchman Winery: Sampled some delicious wines here (& gorgeous scenery)
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Salt Lick BBQ: Highly suggested for great atmosphere and fabulous food. We bought a bottle of wine and brought it with us. The BBQ was delicious and there was a live band playing there as well. Loved it here!
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South Congress Street: There are amazing places to eat and shop here. Venture on down for the day/night to take it all in!
Here are a few other restaurants that I would visit while in Austin:
1.) Hop Doddy - the most delicious burgers around
2.) La Condesa - we tried to eat here but they are closed in between lunch/dinner - we have heard great things about this restaurant
3.) Uchi
4.) Curra's grill

Shop your heart out:
1.) Uncommon Objects
2.) By George 0 gorgeous designer labels
3.) Parts & Labour- my favorite. You can find little handmade gifts in this shop from the Texans
4.) Shiki
5.) Breed & Co. - Home Decor
6.) Strut
7.) Room Service Vintage
8.) Kendra Scott
9.) BookPeople - more than just a bookstore
10. Blackbird

You just cannot go wrong with the majority of eateries in Austin. I miss the food already!!

13 comments:

  1. I just love Austin. I have only been there once, but can't wait to go back. Thanks for all the great tips (and fun photos!)
    XO - Marion

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  2. Oh man did this post make me homesick! I went to UT, and Austin really won over my heart. It seems to have only gotten cooler in the years since I left it. You hit some great spots, and I'm so glad you experienced Salt Lick!

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  4. Wow! It looks like you had piles of fun! I love Austin, and I miss all of the food trucks! Thank you for sharing your photos with us!

    xx
    Donyel

    with love from Mademoiselle Meese

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  5. Austin is so fun! I haven't been in years, but now I'm craving a trip back to Texas. Your photographs are great, glad to hear you enjoyed it so much!

    Gabriella

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  6. We have all of the same favorite spots! Especially Uncommon Objects : )

    xo SideSmile,
    Ashley

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  7. I've heard such great things about Austin - I definitely want to visit sometime, especially after all your recommendations!

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  8. Great list of fun places. I love Austin so much. Great vintage shopping too! The Oasis is so awesome. Also, brunch at Taverna... AH-mazing :)

    -April
    http://pieceology.com

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  9. I've never been but Austin looks AMAZING. The food truck center?? Dying. Thanks for sharing your photos. Very cool.

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  10. I've never been to Austin, but it looks like a lot of fun!

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  11. My hubby and I recently took a long weekend trip to Austin (sans our two toddlers), and we just ate our way around town. Here's my recap of our vacay: http://beautymustsformoms.blogspot.com/2012/04/eatn-in-austin.html

    Love your blog!

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