The Baked Bear

Family-owned BBQ joint serving up ribs, brisket, peach cobbler, and other comfort classics.

This newly revamped AYCE spot boasts friendly service, a sprawling selection of self-serve meats for BBQ and hotpot, plus a must-try spring roll bar.

Step into Taquero Mucho, a pink paradise in Austin serving vibrant tacos and margaritas, perfect for Insta-worthy pics and lively gatherings.

Destination featuring retail cheese & wine sections, a cozy cafe & a catering menu with charcuterie boards.

Deli serving pastrami sandwiches along with snacks & other deli standards.

At this lively Austin izakaya, savor unique meat-centric dishes that blend Japanese and Texan flavors, all in a spacious, vibrant setting perfect for sharing.

Rosedale is a quaint and leafy residential area with humbly proportioned homes dating back to the 1930s and 1940s. The neighborhood features the 5-acre Ramsey Park with a swimming pool and athletic facilities, and offers access to miles of hiking and biking trails along the Shoal Creek Greenbelt. Dining options include Mexican restaurants, modern Japanese spots, independent coffee shops and wine bars.

Basic hostel in a quirky former firehouse offering free Wi-Fi, plus a shared kitchen. Occupying the top floors of Downtown Austin's oldest firehouse, this quirky hostel in a lively nightlife district is an 11-minute stroll from the Texas State Capitol and 11 miles from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Basic mixed-sex dorms with free Wi-Fi sleep up to 8 people, and feature simple metal bunk beds, lockers and shared bathrooms. Upgraded dorms add custom-designed bunks with reading lights. Casual 4-person private rooms have bright decor; some include en suite bathrooms. There are no TVs. Freebies consist of all-day tea and coffee. There's also a common room and a kitchen, plus coin-operated laundry facilities.

Nickel City is your go-to Austin dive for festive cocktails, a chill vibe, and a killer Coney dog food truck, especially during themed pop-up events.

Snug, stylish eatery with a bar serving Japanese plates & traditional & inventive sushi options.