Bar · Convention Center District
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"Another speakeasy in the cellar of downtown restaurant Moonshine Grill, this one emphasizes whiskeys, alongside other liquors. There are indoor services; reservations can be made online." - Nadia Chaudhury
Japanese restaurant · South River City
Otoko is an intimate 12-seat omakase bar in South Congress Hotel, dazzling with imaginative multi-course Japanese tasting menus and stellar craft cocktails.
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Barbecue restaurant · Austin
Interstellar BBQ serves Michelin-starred Texas-style smoked meats with inventive twists like peach tea-glazed pork belly and smoked scalloped potatoes.
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Bar · St. Johns
Busty's Bar and Jukebox is a retro dive buzzing with '70s charm, offering cozy booths, classic cocktails, and fun bites like smashburgers and taquitos.
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Chinese restaurant · Austin
Si Jie Special Noodle in Northwest Austin serves up a thrilling, hands-on dining experience, featuring scorching noodle dishes and dumplings crafted right before your eyes, all with a playful tech twist like robot servers and QR code ordering, making it a fresh favorite in a bustling food scene.
Barbecue restaurant · Holly
La Barbecue serves up tender, spice-forward Central Texas smokehouse classics, with stellar brisket, ribs, and standout creamy mac & cheese.
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Bar · North Loop
Workhorse is the quintessential dive bar in Austin's North Loop, boasting hearty burgers, a solid craft beer selection, and a laid-back patio vibe perfect for any casual gathering.
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Swimming pool · Old West Austin
Dive into Deep Eddy Pool, a historic spring-fed gem in Austin with refreshing waters, a kid-friendly shallow end, and a vibrant atmosphere perfect for families.
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Mexican restaurant · Warehouse District
La Condesa stylishly blends contemporary Mexican cuisine with an impressive tequila selection, offering a vibrant setting and crowd-pleasing happy hour treats.
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Thai restaurant · Bouldin Creek
Thai Fresh in South Austin serves up made-to-order Thai dishes, vegan ice creams, and houses a market with rare Thai ingredients.
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Brewpub · Old West Austin
Nestled in Clarksville, Hold Out Brewing offers a chill spot with craft beers, inventive burgers, and a spacious patio that’s perfect for hanging out.
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