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Foursquare helps you find the perfect places in Downtown Austin to go with friends:

  • 9.1

    Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill

    American Restaurant 303 Red River St Austin, TX

    People also say (374 tips):

    • Ranu R.
      Ranu Rajkarnikar: "Great option for brunch. Loved their peppery Bloody Mary homemade mix. Kale bacon dip, grits, chicken and waffles. Bring your appetite and leave happy. Love the patio outside too for waiting."
  • 9.3

    Austin City Limits Live

    Performing Arts Venue 310 Willie Nelson Blvd Austin, TX

    People also say (104 tips):

    • Do512
      Do512: "If you haven't been to the Moody Theater Wine Down Wednesdays are a great way to check it out. And the best part is that these shows are free and open to the public!"
  • 9.1

    Red Ash

    Italian Restaurant 303 Colorado St Austin, TX

    People also say (19 tips):

    • Paige T.
      Paige Tormey: "Absolutely amazing. If you're with one other person, get three small pastas and split. The gnocchi is incredible. MUST get the bread (flown in daily from NYC), hot chocolate cake, and Carpaccio"
  • 9.2

    Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden

    Beer Garden 79 & 81 Rainey St Austin, TX

    People also say (256 tips):

    • Francheska S.
      Francheska Salazar: "It was my first time here and I decided go safe by ordering a hot dog and God was it the best I've ever had in a long time. It contained just the right amount of ketchup, mustard, and onions. Yum!"
  • 9.4

    BookPeople

    Bookstore 603 N Lamar Blvd Austin, TX

    People also say (122 tips):

    • Social N.
      Social News Network: "There is a huge selection of books organized really well.There's a great selection of journals, stationery and cards. Also check out the rows of magazines, some of which you can't find anywhere else!"
  • 9.1

    Fareground

    Food Court Congress Ave. Austin, TX

    People also say (6 tips):

    • José D.
      José Ducós: "The first proper food Hall in Austin is awesome with six different vendors such as Easy Tiger bakery & Dai Due taqueria. Attractive wood features everywhere with large tables for groups."

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  • 9.2

    Texas State Capitol

    Capitol Building 112 E 11th St Austin, TX

    People also say (223 tips):

    • Faith O.
      Faith Ondich: "Gorgeous architecture! We went on a Sunday. Tour guide Matt was extremely knowledgeable AND he even had all answers to the elder generations questions, which were much more advanced. I will be back!"
    • Sadler for US Senate
      Sadler for US Senate: "I served in the Texas House of Representatives from 1991 to 2003. I was singled out by Texas Monthly during each of my legislative terms, being named to the Ten Best List in 1995, 1997, 1999 and 2001."
  • 9.1

    Trader Joe's

    Grocery Store 211 Walter Seaholm Dr, Ste 100 Austin, TX

    People also say (8 tips):

    • Dan M.
      Dan Mondragón Somera: "A great place to fulfill all of your gluten free - organic -paleo dreams"
    • Lia K.
      Lia Koutelou: "Great store, great location and great prices for the quality offered!"
  • 9.3

    Lady Bird Lake Trail (East)

    Hiking Trail Lady Bird Lake Austin, TX

    People also say (14 tips):

    • Tom E.
      Tom Eschbacher: "Natural scenery, interesting art, uncrowded trails and plenty of water fountains make this one of the best running paths in the country."
    • Dustin H.
      Dustin Haley: "Great spot, parking, benches, water... Nice to take in the lake then walk to the bars on Rainey."

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