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Austin highlights

Austin highlights

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Created by Matt Hackett • Updated On: July 19, 2016

These are some off-the-top-of-my-head must-hits while in Austin. (Ideal for your road trip, Neils!)

Tacodeli is one of Austin highlights.

1. Tacodeli

9.2
7301 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · Crestview · 14 tips and reviews

Matt H.Matt Hackett: THE. TACO. PLACE.

Torchy's Tacos is one of Austin highlights.

2. Torchy's Tacos

8.8
1822 S Congress Ave (at W Mary St), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 72 tips and reviews

Matt H.Matt Hackett: Best migas (breakfast taco) situation in Austin

Franklin Barbecue is one of Austin highlights.

3. Franklin Barbecue

9.1
900 E 11th St (at Branch St), Austin, TX
BBQ Joint · 353 tips and reviews

Matt H.Matt Hackett: The classic BBQ spot in Austin. The one with the notorious hours-long line. Get there an hour before opening, no joke.

The Salt Lick is one of Austin highlights.

4. The Salt Lick

8.3
3350 E Palm Valley Blvd (at Harrell Pkwy), Round Rock, TX
BBQ Joint · 138 tips and reviews

Matt H.Matt Hackett: Waaaaaay out of town, but great BBQ and a fun roadtrip

Service Menswear is one of Austin highlights.

5. Service Menswear

7.8
1400 S Congress Ave Ste A160 (E Gibson St), Austin, TX
Men's Store · Bouldin Creek · 4 tips and reviews

Matt H.Matt Hackett: Another great men's clothing spot

Stag is one of Austin highlights.

6. Stag

9.0
1423 S Congress Ave (Elizabeth St. E.), Austin, TX
Men's Store · 35 tips and reviews

Matt H.Matt Hackett: One of the best men's clothing stores (for boutique-but-not-absurd-casual) in the world

The Highball is one of Austin highlights.

7. The Highball

7.2
1120 S Lamar Blvd (at Treadwell St.), Austin, TX
Cocktail Bar · Zilker · 122 tips and reviews

Matt H.Matt Hackett: Bowling, karaoke, great drinks

La Condesa is one of Austin highlights.

8. La Condesa

8.4
400 W 2nd St (Guadalupe St.), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 264 tips and reviews

Matt H.Matt Hackett: Ceviche! Fancy margaritas!

Barton Springs Pool is one of Austin highlights.

9. Barton Springs Pool

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

Matt H.Matt Hackett: Hot springs right in the city!

Hotel San Jose is one of Austin highlights.

10. Hotel San Jose

9.3
1316 S Congress Ave (James St.), Austin, TX
Hotel · Bouldin Creek · 92 tips and reviews

Matt H.Matt Hackett: Very chill backyard for afternoon drinks taking a break from SoCo touristing.

Rainey Street Outdoor Food Trucks is one of Austin highlights.

11. Rainey Street Outdoor Food Trucks

8.6
Austin, TX
Food Truck · Downtown Austin · 19 tips and reviews

Matt H.Matt Hackett: Food trucks, a few great bars with sprawling yards, etc, etc.