Caroline’s Guidebook - Austin
Food scene
Granny's Tacos
1401 E 7th StIf you like al pastor, try the burrito with green salsa!
Mission Dogs
1701 E Cesar Chavez StNext level hot dogs
Snooze an AM Eatery
1700 S Lamar BlvdFantastic brunch, long lines!
Via 313 Pizza
10106 W 6th StAmazing Detroit-style pizza
La Barbecue
2401 E Cesar Chavez StOne of the top BBQ joints in Austin.
Franklin Barbecue
900 E 11th StShould be on everyone's Guidebook and for good reason.
Gus’s Fried Chicken
117 San Jacinto BlvdMoist, hot chicken with light breading.
Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden
79 Rainey StAwesome food and outdoor atmosphere!
Pho Please
1920 E Riverside DrPho Please? More like Yes, Please.
1618 Asian Fusion
1618 E Riverside DrNice variety of Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine.
Coffee scene
Flat Track Coffee
1619 E Cesar Chavez StGreat espresso coffee and bikes
Very solid espresso drinks. Down to earth atmosphere with a large variety of beans you can bring home.
48 locals recommend
Texas Coffee Traders
1400 E 4th StVery solid espresso drinks. Down to earth atmosphere with a large variety of beans you can bring home.
Greater Goods Coffee Roasting Co.
160 E 5th StExcellent espresso and atmosphere!
Sightseeing
Mount Bonnell
Nice views!
Public park next to the water
46 locals recommend
Edward Rendon Sr. Park at Festival Beach in Town Lake Metropolitan Park
2101 Jesse E. Segovia StPublic park next to the water
Live Love Paddle
1610 E Riverside DrGreat place to rent stand up paddles and kayaks.