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Austin, Texas
Threadgill's is one of Austin, Texas.

1. Threadgill's

301 W Riverside Dr (at S 1st St), Austin, TX
American Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 98 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: Darn good country food! The 3 veggie plate is great & so are the fried green tomatoes & the chicken fried steak!

Kerbey Lane Café is one of Austin, Texas.

2. Kerbey Lane Café

8.2
2606 Guadalupe St (26th St.), Austin, TX
Café · West University · 195 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: Open 24 hrs: try the migas taco, veggie burger, cowboy queso & the pumpkin pancakes if they have them!

Mother's Cafe & Garden is one of Austin, Texas.

3. Mother's Cafe & Garden

4215 Duval St, Austin, TX
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Hancock · 95 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: One of the best vegetarian/vegan restaurants in Austin. Try the veggie burger and any of their desserts!

Veggie Heaven is one of Austin, Texas.

4. Veggie Heaven

1914 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · West University · 54 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: Right by the University, this restaurant is veggie friendly & delicious! Try the Pot Stickers!!

Franklin Barbecue is one of Austin, Texas.

5. Franklin Barbecue

9.1
900 E 11th St (at Branch St), Austin, TX
BBQ Joint · 352 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: For the meat eaters amongst us: this is the best bbq in the world. You will have to wait an hour for your food but don't fret, you will be satisfied. Pro tip: try the brisket

The Salt Lick is one of Austin, Texas.

6. The Salt Lick

9.3
18300 Farm to Market Rd 1826, Driftwood, TX
BBQ Joint · 424 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: This place is a bit out of the way but if you came to Texas for the BBQ this is a place you must try. Great stuff!!

Likkity's Frozen Custard is one of Austin, Texas.

7. Likkity's Frozen Custard

8.3
11519 Manchaca Rd, Austin, TX
Food Truck · 9 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: Great frozen custard - you order from this place and you feel like you are stepping back in time! Old fashioned & amazing treats!

Amy's Ice Creams is one of Austin, Texas.

8. Amy's Ice Creams

8.6
1012 W 6th St (at N Lamar Blvd), Austin, TX
Ice Cream Parlor · Old West Austin · 90 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: Mmmm...homemade icecream! Try the mexican vanilla + strawberries + graham cracker. It is delicious!

Barton Springs Pool is one of Austin, Texas.

9. Barton Springs Pool

9.3
2101 Barton Springs Rd (at William Barton Dr), Austin, TX
Swimming Pool · Barton Hills · 212 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: This is a great natural spring fed pool in the middle of Austin! A great place to tan, swim & hang out.

BookPeople is one of Austin, Texas.

10. BookPeople

9.4
603 N Lamar Blvd (at 6th St.), Austin, TX
Bookstore · Downtown Austin · 122 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: Great independent bookstore by 6th street. Amazing selection & cool vibes!

The Mohawk is one of Austin, Texas.

11. The Mohawk

8.9
912 Red River St (at E 10th St.), Austin, TX
Rock Club · Downtown Austin · 131 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: Great music can always be found at this bar - it is a bit off the beaten path by about two blocks, but make sure to check it out when you are in town!

The Parish is one of Austin, Texas.

12. The Parish

7.5
214-C E 6th St (San Jacinto), Austin, TX
Rock Club · Downtown Austin · 52 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: An Austin favorite. Quality music, cheap drinks & a great sound system!

Emo's is one of Austin, Texas.

13. Emo's

603 Red River St (at E 6th St), Austin, TX
Rock Club · Downtown Austin · 70 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: Emo's is an institution. Right on Red River & E. 6th, it is in the middle of the action & the scene there is quite laid back with some rock n roll vibes. Highly recommended.

14. Buffalo Exchange

7.0
2904 Guadalupe St (at 29th St), Austin, TX
Vintage and Thrift Store · West University · 30 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: The best Buffalo Exchange in the USA can be found in Austin. The selection of vintage concert tees is amazing + the staff are incredibly friendly!

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

15. The Oasis on Lake Travis

7.7
6550 Comanche Trl, Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Lakeland · 236 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: Pros: the views are terrific, the sunsets are to die for, the appetizers are good! Cons: a bit expensive Overall: worth it for the view

Auditorium Shores Dog Park is one of Austin, Texas.

16. Auditorium Shores Dog Park

8.9
800 W Riverside Dr., Austin, TX
Dog Park · Bouldin Creek · 18 tips and reviews

SoundCloudSoundCloud: If you like dog parks, this is one of the best!