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Location
Austin, TX
Yelping SinceApril 2009
Things I LovePizza, film, Taco Sunday, cupcakes, creative people
Find Me InSouth Congress, Austin, TX
My HometownCleveland, Ohio
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...I watch movies...
Why You Should Read My ReviewsI know stuff about stuff.
My Second Favorite Website The Last Great Book I ReadThe Lovely Bones
My Favorite MovieTerrible question....
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Food was very good. Had me some enchiladas and some atmosphere.
Nice to be able to go somewhere on a Thursday night and a little live Mariachi Band action and some solid, authentic Mexican. Only downsides: the chips & chili con queso: just okay.
As well, the restaurant has a very wide open layout to it, which seems to cram the bar up against the regular dining area. I would recommend hitting this place up before or after the happy hour rush, unless you're going to join in with the happy hour crowd.
Nice to be able to go somewhere on a Thursday night and a little live Mariachi Band action and some solid, authentic Mexican. Only downsides: the chips & chili con queso: just okay.
As well, the restaurant has a very wide open layout to it, which seems to cram the bar up against the regular dining area. I would recommend hitting this place up before or after the happy hour rush, unless you're going to join in with the happy hour crowd.
517 E 6th St
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 469-9330
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 469-9330
Casino El Camino
Categories: Dive Bars, American (Traditional)
Neighborhood: Downtown
Awesome burgers, great atmosphere. They were playing Evil Dead while serving beefy goodness. A splendid establishment.
For anyone who has a shallow taste for oogling women, this place is usually full of nice-looking ladies. For me, I'm there for the food. The sweet potato fries are a must, the sandwiches are great and they've got some killer salads. And by killer, I am of course referring to the fact that if you order one, you are swiftly executed by a ninja after you've finished eating. This place is hardcore.
All seriousness aside though, the food is great and the atmosphere is very relaxed and clean. It is a weekly stop for yours truly. Also, I'm told that they have great breakfast food. Looking forward to hitting that up.
All seriousness aside though, the food is great and the atmosphere is very relaxed and clean. It is a weekly stop for yours truly. Also, I'm told that they have great breakfast food. Looking forward to hitting that up.
1920 South Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 445-0000
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 445-0000
Magnolia Cafe South
Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, American (Traditional)
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)
Some of the best breakfast and 2am food that you can have in Austin. It has a very Austin feel to it and while the service is generally pretty rough, its always worth the trip.
It is also reasonably priced for such good food. Though if you are counting calories, its not going to do you any favors. But who cares -- the food is good. Go jogging the next day and you'll be fine.
It is also reasonably priced for such good food. Though if you are counting calories, its not going to do you any favors. But who cares -- the food is good. Go jogging the next day and you'll be fine.
320 E 6th St
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-1320
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-1320
Alamo Drafthouse
Category: Cinema
Neighborhood: Downtown
The hip and happenin' downtown Ritz, a classic and great theater. A little smaller than the Lamar Drafthouse, but its packed with awesome. Just remember to show up early and keep it weird. Parking sucks and 6th Street can be a real pain during peak bar hopping hours, but otherwise its a good choice.
This is also home to many of the special events, so if you're a true movie fan you can't avoid coming down here.
This is also home to many of the special events, so if you're a true movie fan you can't avoid coming down here.
1120 South Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 476-1320
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 476-1320
Alamo Drafthouse
Category: Cinema
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)
The world's greatest movie theater, hands down. As a pro moviegoer, it's always nice to find a unique experience. And the Alamo on South Lamar is the bees' knees kids.
Special Events -- go to as many as you can.
Food -- I recommend the pizza, fried pickles and the world famous $5 milkshakes.
Tips and Tricks -- Always arrive early, don't frequent Mondo tees too much (you'll spend too much damn money) and pay attention to the public service announcements. Also, the place is packed on weekends, so keep that in mind when buying tickets (always buy online).
Special Events -- go to as many as you can.
Food -- I recommend the pizza, fried pickles and the world famous $5 milkshakes.
Tips and Tricks -- Always arrive early, don't frequent Mondo tees too much (you'll spend too much damn money) and pay attention to the public service announcements. Also, the place is packed on weekends, so keep that in mind when buying tickets (always buy online).
303 Red River St
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 236-9599
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 236-9599
Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill
Categories: American (Traditional), Southern, Breakfast & Brunch
Neighborhood: Downtown
A very classy place. Even after 9 vodka cranberries, I was still able to be impressed with the very cool, intimate setting for a large party. The service was great as well -- the birthday candles we had almost lit the place on fire and our waiter didn't freak out. Side note: the steak was breathtaking.
1703 S 1st St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 445-9197
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 445-9197
Freddie's Place
Category: American (Traditional)
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)
My favorite spot in Austin (as a new Austinite). Freddie's has a great atmosphere, great food and they threaten to sell unruly children to gypsies. That, my friends, is awesome.
Love this little spot -- a regular Taco Sunday pick. Great if you're looking for simple, good, authentic tacos.
Well friends, I've now lived. And it was glorious. This location -- the first such establishment that I visited -- is incredibly charming, the service was great and the burrito, well, I think you know where I'm going with this.
Definitely a step up -- in both atmosphere and food quality -- from Chipotle. Another great, uniquely Austin establishment.