This Mexican restaurant has a great balcony upstairs, perfect for catching some sun while relaxing and watching 6th Street activity. Guacamole made table side, don't skip it!
Step inside to grab a drink but head right back outside to mingle with others, enjoy the lounge chairs, or hit up the picnic and Ping-Pong tables. Oh, and there's typically a taco truck. No brainer.
Part of the Rainey St. collection of bars, Clive Bar has a distinct vibe with a nice wooden side porch, perfect for enjoying a drink and the warm Austin weather.
This laid-back bar has outdoor seating with a laid-back vibe. With an inexpensive happy hour (5 - 7pm) and sangria served in Mason jars, you can't go wrong!
A great breakfast breakfast spot in Austin (French toast and pancakes!), but also a delicious array of dinner options from pizza to ribeye.
An awesome outdoor venue for concerts and booze, especially during SXSW. We enjoyed the Ning party in 2011 and will be back for sure!
The breakfast tacos here are off the hook! Go with the "Shack" Taco -- eggs, chorizo, potatoes, and cheese. Thank us later.
With a great concert space and roof deck, this is a great place to meet up with friends, grab a drink, and enjoy the evening.
The guacamole here is delicious along with the chile relleno en nogada -- poblano pepper stuffed with pulled pork, almonds, and raisin picadillo topped with walnut cream brandy sauce
Swing by Cork & Co for a great selection of wines with seating for large groups. Even better, hang here and then hit up Manuel's next door.
Hit up the Foursquare court to meet the Foursquare team, pick up some swag, re-charge your devices, and actually PLAY Foursquare! So awesome.
The chopped beef sandwich will generate feelings of euphoria. Pair with a Shiner Bock or anything Mexican in a bottle.
The real deal as far as Austin's dive bar culture is concerned. Chances are the closing act on weekend nights will demonstrate why Austin's local music scene is a force to be reckoned with.
A variety of delicious hot dogs and cold beers with friendly bartenders and a relaxed environment, it's a perfect spot for a mid-afternoon pit stop or an evening out.
Want to know why you're paying about $5 for a donut from this trailer? Because these aren't just donuts—they're fried pieces of heaven, available in a dizzying array of flavor combinations.
You may already be at this food trailer park to try one of Gourdoughs' delectable creations, but while you're there, why not grab some terrific tacos? You can't go wrong with the tacos at Izzoz.
Breakfast all day. What more do you need? Well, if you insist, they have solid coffee, a nice indoor bar where it's easy to get work done, and a porch for enjoying breakfast, coffee, and free wifi.
