Austin, Texas
Peter Pan Mini Golf is one of Austin, Texas.

1. Peter Pan Mini Golf

8.3
1207 Barton Springs Rd (Lamar Blvd), Austin, TX
Mini Golf Course · Zilker · 62 tips and reviews

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: Grab your portable mini-bar because this is BYOB. Then go, play mini golf and revel in the kitschy wonder of it all. Also: bring cash. Read more.

The Salt Lick is one of Austin, Texas.

2. The Salt Lick

9.3
18300 Farm to Market Rd 1826, Driftwood, TX
BBQ Joint · 426 tips and reviews

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: Drive your pickup on down to Driftwood for some seriously good bbq. BYOB. Sit outside. Enjoy the sweet downhome feel of the Texas Hill Country.

The Oasis on Lake Travis is one of Austin, Texas.

3. The Oasis on Lake Travis

7.7
6550 Comanche Trl, Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Lakeland · 238 tips and reviews

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: Icy cold margaritas and a killer view of Lake Travis. Read more.

Threadgill's is one of Austin, Texas.

4. Threadgill's

6416 N Lamar Blvd (Brentwood St.), Austin, TX
American Restaurant · Brentwood · 65 tips and reviews

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: HIbiscus mint tea on a hot day. Chicken fried pork chops. Read more.

El Azteca is one of Austin, Texas.

5. El Azteca

2600 E 7th St, Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: Best saucy Mexican-themed wall calendars in town. Read more.

Amelia's Retro-Vogue & Relics is one of Austin, Texas.

6. Amelia's Retro-Vogue & Relics

2213 S 1st St, Austin, TX
Vintage and Thrift Store · Bouldin Creek · 1 tip

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: This is THE place for vintage clothing and curios in Austin. Jane, the store's owner, is the bee's knees. Be sure to say howdy from us. Read more.

Broken Spoke is one of Austin, Texas.

7. Broken Spoke

7.8
3201 S Lamar Blvd (at Westrock Dr.), Austin, TX
Dive Bar · South Lamar · 67 tips and reviews
Chuy's Tex-Mex is one of Austin, Texas.

8. Chuy's Tex-Mex

8.9
1728 Barton Springs Rd (Sterzing St.), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Zilker · 192 tips and reviews

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: Look for the headshot of El Vez. They have a photo booth but it's almost always broken. Put the little round sticker from your silverware on the ceiling in the back room. Also: try the sopapillas.

Austin Motel is one of Austin, Texas.

9. Austin Motel

8.4
1220 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX
Motel · Bouldin Creek · 22 tips and reviews

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: They sell old fashioned-style room key fobs at the front desk for a small fee. But really go for the amazing neon sign.

The Ginger Man is one of Austin, Texas.

10. The Ginger Man

301 Lavaca St (at W 3rd St), Austin, TX
Pub · Downtown Austin · 195 tips and reviews

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: One our favorite bars in Austin. The have an insane amount of great beer on tap and good pub food.

RVIP Lounge / Karaoke RV is one of Austin, Texas.

11. RVIP Lounge / Karaoke RV

Austin, TX
Karaoke Bar · Downtown Austin · 9 tips and reviews

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: Climb aboard, grab a drink and sing a song! Where you'll end up, nobody knows!

Austin Convention Center is one of Austin, Texas.

12. Austin Convention Center

500 E Cesar Chavez St (btwn Trinity & Red River St), Austin, TX
Convention Center · Downtown Austin · 143 tips and reviews

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: Get to panels and talks early, they tend to fill up quickly.

Allens Boots is one of Austin, Texas.

13. Allens Boots

8.4
1522 S Congress Ave (at Monroe St), Austin, TX
Shoe Store · Bouldin Creek · 38 tips and reviews
Justine's Brasserie is one of Austin, Texas.

14. Justine's Brasserie

8.7
4710 E 5th St, Austin, TX
French Restaurant · 107 tips and reviews
Barton Springs Pool is one of Austin, Texas.

15. Barton Springs Pool

9.3
2101 Barton Springs Rd (at William Barton Dr), Austin, TX
Swimming Pool · Barton Hills · 211 tips and reviews

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: Pack light, bring a towel, some snacks, lay on the lawn and when it gets too hot, just dive right in. The cold water is nearly unbearable for only a short spell. Bring $mall bills for admission.

Buenos Aires Cafe, Este is one of Austin, Texas.

16. Buenos Aires Cafe, Este

8.0
1201 E 6th St (Waller), Austin, TX
Argentinian Restaurant · 66 tips and reviews

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: Lomito Beef sandwich on french bread with chimichurri sauce. You won't be hungry afterwards.

Toy Joy is one of Austin, Texas.

17. Toy Joy

8.1
403 W 2nd St (Guadalupe St.), Austin, TX
Toy Store · Downtown Austin · 53 tips and reviews
South Austin Popular Culture Center is one of Austin, Texas.

18. South Austin Popular Culture Center

1516 S Lamar Blvd (Oltorf), Austin, TX
Museum · Zilker · 5 tips and reviews
The Highball is one of Austin, Texas.

19. The Highball

7.4
1120 S Lamar Blvd (at Treadwell St.), Austin, TX
Cocktail Bar · Zilker · 122 tips and reviews

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: Swankiest joint in town. Get the amazing buttermilk-battered fried chix but be sure to save room for the (flaming) Highball Jubilee dessert. Also, say hi to the delightful waitress, Sam! Oh and bowl!

CNN Grill @ SXSW (Max's Wine Dive) is one of Austin, Texas.

20. CNN Grill @ SXSW (Max's Wine Dive)

207 San Jacinto Blvd (E 3rd St), Austin, TX
American Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 23 tips and reviews

Cassel K.Cassel Kroll: The fried chicken sliders are amazing!! EAT THEM NOW!