The Little House Courtyard is perfect for young kids - a well-shaded area with tree stump stools, a framed hut, and large pots for digging up plastic lizards and insects. Powered by ParentsConnect.com
Be sure to check the summer schedule for Splash Party Movie Nights, when families can float and catch a free flick on an outdoor screen. Powered by ParentsConnect.com
Public restrooms are available along the trail, including one on the north bank about halfway between the 1st St. and Lamar Blvd. bridges. Powered by ParentsConnect.com
Free wifi, good coffee drinks (flan latte!), ample seating, and late opening hours. Also, the proceeds go to a farming community in the Dominican Republic. Read more.
Imaging a physical store of etsy in Austin and you've got Parts and Labour. This boutique filled with unique item made by local artists. Read more.
For each "cone" you buy, a percentage of proceeds go to Communities in Schools, Sustainable Food Center and Caritas of Austin. Doesn't get better than that.
A local radical bookstore and community space, home to political meetings, anarchist author talks, and film screenings and discussions. Try one of the delicious vegan snacks. Read more.
For all you coffee freaks looking for a pour over, these guys do it right. Their imported beans taste just like coffee.
A tap wall decorated with over 50 various Texas beers, 2 cask engines, enthusiastic cicerones, and a bacon brewing bus in the backyard area. Come here to hone your craft of beer and bacon consumption. Read more.
There's a reason rock stars and onesie-wearing tykes alike flock to Daniel Johnston's distinctive frog mural: It's like a perfect storm of sweet and weird.
Story goes that when the owner of Jo's Coffee was having a bad day, her girlfriend stealth-tagged the storefront's south wall to put a smile on her face. Admit it: Now you're smiling, too.
This is a no-nonsense dive bar and local hangout. Pitchers of beer are only a few bucks and you feel like you're really in Texas when you're there. Plus, they have the best jukebox in town.
Josephine House serves popular favorites like avocado toast that takes a Texas twist by adding fried egg topped with hot sauce and lime zest.
Jeffrey's is an Austin institution, and hands down the best steak I've ever had. It feels like an old Texas steakhouse with style. Keep an eye out for the martini cart.
