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Kolache Factory is one of Austin.

1. Kolache Factory

7.2
3706 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Bakery · Windsor Road · 11 tips and reviews

Cody M.Cody Minshew: Go early to get it fresh, not nuked.

Barton Springs Pool is one of Austin.

2. Barton Springs Pool

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

HISTORYHISTORY: Three acres in size, the pool is fed from under ground springs and is on average 68 degrees year round. Over the years it has drawn people from all walks of life.

P. Terry's Burger Stand is one of Austin.

3. P. Terry's Burger Stand

8.7
3303 N Lamar Blvd (at 32nd St.), Austin, TX
Burger Joint · West University · 104 tips and reviews

Peter G.Peter Gonzalez: Double with cheese - ask with grilled onions

Zilker Botanical Gardens is one of Austin.

4. Zilker Botanical Gardens

8.2
2220 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX
Botanical Garden · Barton Hills · 45 tips and reviews

Lilly C.Lilly Calandrello: Never miss a photo Op here in the Spring and Summer. Simple beautiful! Lush greenery, themed gardens, and wildlife in a peaceful setting in the middle of Austin. Read more.

Hamilton Pool Nature Preserve is one of Austin.

5. Hamilton Pool Nature Preserve

8.5
24300 Hamilton Pool Rd, Dripping Springs, TX
Nature Preserve · 41 tips and reviews

USA TODAYUSA TODAY: Rimming one edge of the clear blue-green waters are a limestone grotto and a 50-foot waterfall; here you can play in the shower or find a shady seat on the rocks beneath its overhang. Read more.

Hopdoddy Burger Bar is one of Austin.

6. Hopdoddy Burger Bar

9.1
2438 W Anderson Ln Ste 100 (Burnet), Austin, TX
Burger Joint · North Shoal Creek · 197 tips and reviews

Michael I.Michael Irwin: Come wait in line with the rest of the hipsters.

Threadgill's is one of Austin.

7. Threadgill's

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

Rolling StoneRolling Stone: Opened by a bootlegger the day Prohibition ended in 1933, Threadgill’s served as the breeding ground for many burgeoning Austin acts, including a young Janis Joplin.

Tarka Indian Kitchen is one of Austin.

8. Tarka Indian Kitchen

8.7
2525 W Anderson Ln Bldg 1 Ste 300 (Anderson & Northcross), Austin, TX
Indian Restaurant · Allandale · 45 tips and reviews

Bruce H.Bruce Humphrey: Not what I expected, its kind of an up market fast food Indian restaurant. That aside the vegetable somosas were excellent, loved the mint sauce they came with. Chicken vinderloo was good too

Milto's is one of Austin.

9. Milto's

2909 Guadalupe St (at 29th), Austin, TX
Greek Restaurant · North University · 32 tips and reviews
Mandola's Italian Market is one of Austin.

10. Mandola's Italian Market

8.4
4700 W Guadalupe St #12 (47th St. and Lamar), Austin, TX
Italian Restaurant · 102 tips and reviews

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: A big, bustling ristorante complete with deli, bakery, coffee bar, and grocery, this family-friendly eatery has something for everyone looking for a casual Italian dining experience. Read more.

Zakia's Greek Cuisine is one of Austin.

11. Zakia's Greek Cuisine

8701 W Parmer Ln Apt 1125, Austin, TX
Greek Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Ramiro A.Ramiro Ascencio: Try the Lamb Souvlaki with the seasoned potatoes. As a person who wasn't much of a fan of lamb, I've changed my mind about lamb thanks to the amazing way this dish was prepared.

12. The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen

8.8
6317 FM 2244 Rd (Capital of Tx Hwy), Austin, TX
Wine Bar · 59 tips and reviews

Aaron S.Aaron Strout: It's not downtown but it's one of the coolest outdoor spaces in Austin.

Hudson's on the Bend is one of Austin.

13. Hudson's on the Bend

8.1
3509 Ranch Road 620 N, Austin, TX
New American Restaurant · 30 tips and reviews

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: This lakeside fine-dining fixture was one of the pioneers of Southwestern cuisine. Don't miss the Coca-Cola baby back ribs with orange ginger BBQ sauce and mango jalapeño cole slaw.

Foreign & Domestic is one of Austin.

14. Foreign & Domestic

8.4
306 E 53rd St, Austin, TX
American Restaurant · North Loop · 76 tips and reviews

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: Voted as one of the best places for bar food in America - try anything!

South Congress Cafe is one of Austin.

15. South Congress Cafe

1600 S Congress Ave (at E Monroe St.), Austin, TX
Café · Bouldin Creek · 180 tips and reviews

IrinaIrina: Great-tasting Bloody Mary made properly with a variety of garnish ingredients. Make a reservation. If there during a rush, periodically remind the host about you, lest she forgets (true story).

Short Stop is one of Austin.

16. Short Stop

5.6
11693 Research Boulevard (Duval Rd), Austin, TX
Burger Joint · Northwest Austin · 4 tips and reviews

Jennifer U.Jennifer Urb: Wednesday and Saturday special,only $4.09 for burger, fries, and a drink! Made FRESH! (I've watched them EVERYTIME)

Corner Bakery Cafe is one of Austin.

17. Corner Bakery Cafe

7.5
9761 Great Hills Trail, Austin, TX
Bakery · 24 tips and reviews

Brady S.Brady Smith: Meatball & Reuben Panini are the best! Loaded Potato Soup is worth a try also!

North Italia is one of Austin.

18. North Italia

8.7
11506 Century Oaks Ter Ste 124 (Agave Ln.), Austin, TX
Italian Restaurant · North Burnet · 134 tips and reviews

IrinaIrina: Yucca chips are worth a try. Scottish salmon is amazing. Service is courteous and timely. Make a reservation -- this place is insanely busy.

Great Harvest Bread Co. is one of Austin.

19. Great Harvest Bread Co.

4815 W Braker Ln (Jollyville Rd), Austin, TX
Bakery · Hardrock Canyon · 4 tips and reviews

David R.David Rodriguez: Try the spinach feta!

Salty Sow is one of Austin.

20. Salty Sow

9.1
1917 Manor Rd, Austin, TX
American Restaurant · Upper Boggy Creek · 150 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: 110 Minute Egg & Smoked Pork Hock: Cheesy polenta topped with chopped smoked ham hocks and a perfectly slow-cooked egg. Green speckled parmesan basil sauce smothers the egg for additional richness.

Russian House is one of Austin.

21. Russian House

307 E 5th St (btwn Trinity St & San Jacinto Blvd), Austin, TX
Russian Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 47 tips and reviews

IrinaIrina: I love more-or-less everything on the menu: pelmeni, borsch, okroshka, blini, olivie. The atmosphere is very authentic. Wait staff is Russian. This place is not bait-and-switch.

Petticoat Fair is one of Austin.

22. Petticoat Fair

8.1
7793 Northcross Drive, Austin, TX
Lingerie Store · Allandale · 11 tips and reviews

Stephanie D.Stephanie Delk: Get fitted! Highly competent staff measured me and selected the perfect size. They carry a wide range of sizes, slips,nightgowns and swimsuits.

The Zubik House is one of Austin.

23. The Zubik House

422 Guadalupe, Austin, TX
Food Truck · Downtown Austin · 3 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: The Zubik House serves Czech-inspired food but stands out with their rotating menu of creative kolaches.

Propaganda Hair Group is one of Austin.

24. Propaganda Hair Group

7.4
1611 W 5th St, #150 (West Lynn and Campbell), Austin, TX
Hair Salon · Old West Austin · 6 tips and reviews

IrinaIrina: Piyush knows hair color like nobody else. If I didn't have to move, I would stay with him forever! Jena is a wonderful person and her haircuts are always spot-on.

25. The Elephant Room

8.7
315 Congress Ave (at 3rd St.), Austin, TX
Jazz and Blues Venue · Downtown Austin · 72 tips and reviews

IrinaIrina: Best live-jazz venue in town. It is a cozy, atmospheric setting and this venue is very popular with locals. An absolute perfect way to unwind and enjoy great music.

Jacob's Well is one of Austin.

26. Jacob's Well

221 Wood Acre Drive (Cypress Fairway Village), Wimberley, TX
Well · 14 tips and reviews

Rai H.Rai Hanby: Not a hot spring. It is a perennial spring fed from an underground water source. There's nothing hot about it.

Uchiko is one of Austin.

27. Uchiko

9.3
4200 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Japanese Restaurant · Rosedale · 181 tips and reviews

EaterEater: With Paul Qui's recent Top Chef win and rise to celebrity stardom, we can no longer keep Uchiko's Japanese farmhouse fare to ourselves. [Eater 38 Member]