Flower Child

The Fairmont Austin is a sleek retreat blending luxury with comfort, featuring vibrant dining options, a rooftop pool, and a sprawling spa—all just steps from downtown's liveliness.

Utilitarian food truck offering Mexican street food, plus a covered terrace & picnic benches.

Nestled in a quaint retro camper, Amarillo's Evocation serves up some of the best coffee in town alongside delicious pastries and a dog-friendly patio.

Innovative vegan fare (plus beer & wine) served in a blue-walled dining room or on an outdoor patio.

Campus convention hotel with modern meeting spaces & casual rooms, plus an outdoor heated pool. On the University of Texas campus, this relaxed hotel and conference center is 1 mile from the State Capitol. The casual rooms and suites offer free Wi-Fi and desks, plus 37-inch flat-screens, iPod docks, coffeemakers, and granite-and-marble bathrooms. Upgraded rooms include wet bars, and concealing beds to create sitting/meeting areas. There’s a free 24/7 fitness center, plus an outdoor heated pool. Other amenities include a fine dining restaurant, a coffee shop and 37 meeting spaces. Guests can buy a pass allowing access to the campus sports facilities, and bike rentals can be arranged for a fee. Underground parking is available (surcharge).

"Tucked away on the second floor of the Austin Proper Hotel, is The Quill Room, an intimate music lounge with stunning views of the iconic Butterfly Bridge. Designed by Kelly Wearstler, the space is a balance between Southern charm and refined modernism, with inspired, original furnishings sourced from Europe as well as the famed Round Top Antiques Market that reflect design through the ages. A menu of elegant, Texas-inspired small bites, creative cocktails and curated, live music performances reflect the city’s creative and music scenes."

This laid-back trailer serves up mouthwatering BBQ amidst picnic tables, offering a range of delicious meats and perfect sides—definitely a local gem.

This laid-back Austin gem brews coffee and serves beer and cider around the clock, featuring a cozy back patio and a welcoming vibe perfect for all.

Laid-back brewpub featuring housemade beer and burgers, plus brunch, and a patio.

Nestled by Lake Austin, Ski Shores Cafe serves up tasty burgers and tacos in a chill, picturesque setting, making it a local favorite for laid-back lakeside bites.