Hot Rock'n & Pop'n Kettle Corn
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

705 W 3rd St
Austin, TX 78704

Susie G. writes: Brave for cold nights and hot warm salty sweet popcorn  :) Ive long been a fan of kettle corn and the fact that most kettle corn folks at least give you a taste of their delicious creation which wheels you in, rocks. Stop by here when you are down…

Taqueria Arandas
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

2448 S 1st St
Austin, TX 78704

Nick M. writes: You goddamn bastards.

I have eaten your Tortas 4 times in the last week.

Can't you take pity on a simple white boy who doesn't know how to control himself?

Delicious, dirt-cheap food and...

UNLIMITED HORCHATA REFILLS!
Argh! It's so delicious, and so many…

G & S Lounge
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

2420 S 1st St
Austin, TX 78704

Jefe R. writes: There are two reasons to give the G&S 5 stars instead of four.  It gets at least 4 stars for the incredible selection of bar games, the never ending popcorn machine, the extremely wide selection of import and craft brewed beers, the lack of pretense,…

Chipotle
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2230 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

jenelle d. writes: For about a month i had Chipotle about fifteen times. I would look forward to the amazing hard tacos or a delicious burrito... then i read the calories and i have not been back since. I can no longer rely on it as a "healthy" option. (even though the…

Cru Wine Bar
Neighborhood: Downtown

238 W 2nd Street
Austin, TX 78701

Jaye J. writes: OK, I know it's a little pricey. I also know it's located as what I've dubbed "Little Dallas" (the 2nd Street District), but kids, if you're looking for an upscale glass of juice, this is a nice place to drink it down.

My mate and I each had a…

Wahoo's Fish Taco
Neighborhood: Downtown

509-A Rio Grande St
Austin, TX 78701

Don R. writes: Spicy greeny saucy goodness.

I'm a Wednesday night regular here at the Wahoo's. I walk down from Little Woodrow's to give the Steak Night crowd time to clear out.  I either get  a 1A with steak, or a 1B with steak with a glass of water.  $4.32…

The Firehouse Lounge
Neighborhood: Downtown

605 Brazos St Ste 100
Austin, TX 78701

Natalie D. writes: Weird place.  I went there one Wednesday and it was dead.  Which was fine with me because I was there to be social with my group.  The place has a sort of weird layout.  It's relatively small.  There are a bunch of couches against the back wall but a…

Bull McCabe's
Neighborhood: Downtown

714 Red River St
Austin, TX 78701

Jay B S. writes: Dublin, Ireland must be a cool place because the owner of this joint is one cool fella. Me and a buddy stopped off here after one of those often occurring conversations where we both mentioned always driving by some place and never stopping by. Sadly…

Red Fez
Neighborhood: Downtown

209 W 5th St
Austin, TX 78701

jessica s. writes: Hey Red Fez,

I know things have been awkward between the two of us since my 29th birthday fiasco and I puked in your entry way-but real lady like-just a small amount of puke as I tilted my head to the side and my friends tried to catch it in a cup.…

Ivory Cat Tavern
Neighborhood: Downtown

300 E 6th St
Austin, TX 78701

Susie G. writes: I have a seriously soft spot for some good old piano bars. And Ivory Cat, with its dim lighting, sometimes disco ball esque lighting effects and super sexy piano men/drummer sure doesn't disappoint. I've been here on slow nights and on fast nights.…

Miller Blueprint Co
Neighborhood: Downtown

501 W 6th St
Austin, TX 78701

Kimberly K. writes: Architect's scales, engineers scales, foam core board, drawing leads, triangles, portfolios, USGS topo maps at different scales of different land masses of Texas, subivision maps, aerial photos, color scans onto canvas, small drafting boards, tape…

Casita Taco
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

2310 S Lamar Blvd
Ste 101
Austin, TX 78704

Kelley R. writes: I'm totally addicted to this place. It's walking distance from where I work and I end up there almost every day work. Taco salads, burritos, tacos... I'm hungry.

Le Garage Sale
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

Palmer Events Center
900 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78704

Cody R. writes: Looks like I am the only guy to review Le Garage Sale. Let me start off by saying that unless you are married, or have a girlfriend, there should be no reason for men to be at this function. The sale is 99.5% women's clothing..... with the occasional…

The Woodland
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1716 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704

Julie B. writes: I went on a "hot double date" to the Woodland with my sister and her boyfriend and *my* long-suffering boyfriend a few weeks ago; I walked past it on Congress and the menu looked good (and really affordable).  

I really love the atmosphere of the…

Rue's Antiques Inc
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1500 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704

Sarah M. writes: Rue's is a bit different from the cozy clutter of Uncommon Objects or Off the Wall. Unlike her neighbors, this old store displays less overall stock for a more spacious feel. Although nothing could replace my love for Off the Wall, Rue's presents…

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa

575 Hyatt Lost Pines Rd
Cedar Creek, TX 78612

Jessica F. writes: I really can't think of anything to add right now--Michelle summed it all up perfectly.  Well, ok, a few things to add.

Here in March for a dental conference Peter had to attend...he bribed me ("Hon, there's a spa.  It looks really nice.  We could…

True Grits Texas Grill

18645 Fm 1431
Jonestown, TX 78645

Mike B. writes: The best home cooking since Mom!  Some may even be better, sorry Mom.  Fresh veggies!  I haven't eaten a bad dish here.  From the catfish, meat loaf, to the most awsome chicken fried steak, it's all made on site (even the gravy, mmmm gravy).  It is…

Red's Indoor Range
Neighborhood: Pflugerville

1908 W Fm 1825
Pflugerville, TX 78660

Tara H. writes: I was incredibly nervous about shooting a REAL gun with REAL ammo for the first time, but the guys at Red's made me feel right at home. When I say incredibly nervous, I mean I was sweating bullets. No pun intended. I was fogging up my safety glasses…

Beluga Japanese Cuisine

661 Louis Henna Boulevard
Round Rock, TX 78664

Tobi D. writes: I think it is safe to say that I would physically hurt someone to get a Louisiana roll from Beluga.  I was pleasantly surprised to see that they had a roll named after my beloved home state and I was delighted to find out that I could fall in love…

Hoody's Sub Shop

1205 Round Rock Ave
Round Rock, TX 78681

Clark H. writes: I'm no freak over Philly Cheesesteaks. But if I was ever to convert on the spot it would be in  Hoody's. To me, this is one of the finest PCS samiches that you can find in the Austin area.
The owner and his minions have "Property of New Jersey"…

Chuy's

2320 N I H 35
Round Rock, TX 78681

jessica s. writes: I went to the Chuy's on Barton Springs on my very first visit to Austin for the novelty of going to the place where one of the Bush sisters got in trouble for under age drinking.  I didn't enjoy the food so much, but the environment was fun.  

Now I…

Mandola's Italian Market

4700 W Guadalupe St
Ste 12
Austin, TX 78751

Jaye J. writes: So I've been here a few times now and I have to say that I really do like it. It's tough to be healthy here, or even low carb, but that's not really why you go eat Italian food now is it?

I've had the prosciutto and arugula pizza a few times, as well…

Greenling Organic Delivery
Neighborhood: Downtown

Austin, TX 78701

Santa V. writes: Greenling is run by forward thinking community minded folks.
These folks have their heads on straight and are not only helping folks who don't have the time to make it to the local farmers markets buy locally, but helping those same folks eat a wiser…

Manuel's Downtown
Neighborhood: Downtown

310 Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78701

Rose M. writes: I f' in love this place. Whenever I have Bay Area friends fly in to see me, I take them here. They usually ask me,
"What the hell is queso? Why would you order a bowl of melted cheese?"
But they all each end up making out with the queso, and tons of…

Cedar Park Eye Care

302 S Bell Blvd
Cedar Park, TX 78613

Joyce K. writes: Dennis R. McCarthy, OD, and his staff are the shizit.  I came here with an eye emergency and he prescribed the cure.  When I returned for him to check on it, he gave me a thorough annual eye exam and gave me a new prescription for contact lenses.  …

Yaghi's Cedar Park

2100 Cypress Creek Rd
Cedar Park, TX 78613

Duane D. writes: As a transplanted new yorker, I miss being able to get great NY-style pizza on a whim just about anywhere.  So far I've found three places here in the NW part of Austin that I'm willing to order from, and Yaghi's is one of those three.  Great crust,…

Krause Springs

404 Krause Springs
Spicewood, TX 78669

Tara M. writes: It is hard to believe this tropical oasis used to be a Hog Farm.  I had a lovely talk with Elton Krause on one of my visits here and he told me he bought the land from his Aunt and he and his wife and son along with some hired help did all the…

Saltgrass Steak House

2300 N I H 35
Round Rock, TX 78681

jessica s. writes: This kind of sums up how I feel about Saltgrass-Some coworkers and I went to Saltgrass for an interview lunch today because the wait at Chuy's next door was too long. I found this to be disappointing.  Yes, I'd rather eat at Chuy's than Saltgrass.  …

Habana
Neighborhood: Downtown

709 E 6th St
Austin, TX 78701

Ryan S. writes: I must visit again.  On a quest for good dessert I was entangled into going here last night.    The visit leads me to two conclusions:
1. Their Tres Leches is ridiculously good.
2. This would be a good start to a crawl down sixth street if it's always…

Capital Pedicab

Austin, TX 78701

Tobi D. writes: We used the Capital Pedicap to get us from a tailgate party to the stadium.  Our "driver", Eric, was very nice and talkative.  He put me at ease, which was a relief because I felt so guilty for being a lazy ass. He was very funny stating that he…

Arthouse
Neighborhood: Downtown

Jones Center
700 Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78701

Lisa A. writes: I went to the "New American Talent" opening last night at Arthouse. What a fun way to spend a Friday night!

The exhibit is pretty cool and the works are fresh and interesting but I have to say the crowd and opening atmosphere ratcheted up the…

PF Chang's China Bistro
Neighborhood: Downtown

201 San Jacinto Boulevard
Austin, TX 78701

Cody R. writes: I know the stereotype surrounding chain restaurants, but PR Chang's is no Olive Garden. The food is good, interesting, and the dining experience is really nice. This is a great place to go with a large group. Its family style, which means all the…

University Federal Credit Union
Neighborhood: Downtown

702 Colorado St
Austin, TX 78701

Michelle C. writes: I've been banking with UFCU since 1993, and overall, I've been very happy with them.  Since every bank has basically the same interest rates, it boils down to service - and UFCU's has never disappointed.  The one thing I wish they offered that they…

Anderson's Coffee Company

1601 W 38th St
Austin, TX 78701

Kris D. writes: Very helpful and non pretentious staff.  I have lived here all my life but never heard of this place.   I would suggest stopping in if your in the neighborhood for the smell of the place alone.  The house brew is only 6.95 per pound.  That's an…

The Blanton Art Museum
Neighborhood: University of Texas

Martin Luther King at Congress
Austin, TX 78701

Jon S. writes: The Blanton is sort of special to me, and I just found this out recently. I was maybe 10 years old when I first visited -- an addle-brained punk kid in a museum that doesn't have any cheesy interactive games or bright shiny objects to serve as…

Avant Spa Salon
Neighborhood: Downtown

318 Colorado
Austin, TX 78701

Cati C. writes: At the risk of running myself out of a spot in his char, I gotta let it be known - I am utterly addicted to Joe Edwards.  My roommate and I (both of the short coif variety) have both been frequenting him for years and we perish the thought of ever…

Hoek's Pizza
Neighborhood: Downtown

320 E 6th St
Austin, TX 78701

Heather K. writes: Farewell, sweet Hoeks!

How I will miss your greasy, salty slices served with a helping of metal videos under demonic red lighting and a hellishly flaming Hoeks Pizza sign.

The only death/black metal pizza stand I've ever had the privilege of…

Comet Cleaners
Neighborhood: Downtown

501 W 15th St
Austin, TX 78701

Erika G. writes: I must attain superpowers that only work inside Comet Cleaners, because I instantly become Invisible Girl every time I drop my clothes off in the morning. There are several female workers in here that, quite literally, won't say a word to me when I…

Rosie's Pho

2400 S I H 35
Round Rock, TX 78681

Jon S. writes: I'm a ritualistic Pho eater, I always order Pho Dac Biet without looking at a menu, even at a new place, and Rosie's is pretty good.

Pho ranges from the plain, purist, north style to the sweetier/spicier southern style. Rosie's leans to the north,…