The Ginger Man
Neighborhood: Downtown

304 W 4th St
Austin, TX 78701

Melissa B. writes: I could leave this as a one line review and just say this is pretty much a perfect bar, but that wouldn't be fair to those who, unlike me, don't live for simple bars that offer up a lot of character and a hefty list of micro-brews.

This lovely pub…

The Lobby Lounge at the Four Seasons

Inside Four Seasons Hotel
98 San Jacinto Blvd
Austin, TX 78701

Michelle B. writes: What a great little dive bar...uhh...I mean c'mon what did you expect me to say? It's the freaking Four Seasons - Of course it is nice!

The drink menu was fantastic and our server was the epitome of gracious. The lighting is perfect, the decor is a…

The Creekside Lounge
Neighborhood: Downtown

606 E 7th St
Austin, TX 78701

Steven N. writes: This is my new favorite bar. Why? Pinball! Pinball! Pinball!  These are the best maintained pinball machines in Austin. Oh, it makes me want to giggle like a schoolgirl!

Pins at this location:

Family Guy  (Stern 2006)
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Still…

Progress Coffee

500 San Marcos St
Austin, TX 78702

Justin B. writes: I went in here last week to get some work done.

It was one of those hot December days we've been having lately, and, I'm not going to lie, I was dressed for comfort. Cargo shorts, some recently retired running shoes...I had purpose in my visit.

And…

East Side Pies
Neighborhood: East Austin

1401 B Rosewood Avenue
Austin, TX 78702

Laura F. writes: I'm new to Austin and live in a household of dedicated Home Slicers, so it's been nearly impossible to try any other kind of pizza.  While I do thoroughly enjoy the Queen of Pies, I went to bed with the King last night and I'm still a little…

Runtex

2201 Lake Austin Blvd
Austin, TX 78703

Tara M. writes: I woke up Monday morning with severe pain in my right heel and figured it was due to running in my very old very comfy New Balance shoes.  So, after work I stopped into Runtex for some new shoes.

The young man who helped me was so knowledgeable about…

Flashback
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1805 S 1st St
Austin, TX 78704

Clarisa R. writes: This store is just stuff with vintage everything. It's a house, so all of the rooms are crammed with the finest bric-a-brac you'd find in somebody's house, if they had OCD (like they didn't throw anything away), great taste and a pension for vintage…

Pink Hair Salon and Gallery
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1204 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704

stephanie s. writes: Chenoh is a bad ass wizard.

She cuts my hair.

I'm fucking hot.

Genetics only got me so far; Chenoh took care of the rest.

I'd give her a 6th star for being affordable. But I'd pay twice her rate if I had to.

Peter Pan Mini-Golf
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1207 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78704

Bonnie R. writes: When my Man-friend says "date night?" I almost always think "Peter Pan!"
It's cheap*, right around the corner, & byob. Few things are better than showing off your competitive side with a beer in hand.

The cement creatures are old and beat to hell…

Birds Barbershop
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

2110 S Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78704

Bacon E. writes: Affordable, annoyingly, painfully pretentious, loud music, young hairstylists who sometimes do what you ask and sometimes don't.

Attn kids in your early 20s: Having an asymmetrical haircut with pink highlights does not -- in and of itself -- make you…

Thundercloud Subs
Neighborhood: University of Texas

3200 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

Cody R. writes: As far as Subs go this place is great. That being said......

they have the most obnoxious commercials on the radio, and I really wish they would stop.

Veggie Heaven
Neighborhood: University of Texas

1914 Guadalupe St # A
Austin, TX 78705

J M. writes: The people at Veggie Heaven are very angry with the Chinese government.  It's written all over their menu.  Now I'm not really sure what it says, cause I can't read Asian, but people in the know have informed me that it's all just a big ruse.  Let me…

Eclectic Eyewear
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2510 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

Quani C. writes: Came here on the recommendation of a couple people for a much needed (or so I thought) prescription update.  It's been over two years since I got my eyes checked and my contacts were wearing out, so yes, time for an eye check.

Not so excited about…

Sao Paulo's Restaurante
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2809 San Jacinto Blvd
Austin, TX 78705

jessica s. writes: So, jessica, was it difficult growing up with such a hot Brazilian mom who's practically a foot taller than you?
Yes.  Everyone thinks MILFs are all fun and games until they are your own mother.

But I love her none the less.  I wouldn't be half the…

Vulcan Video
Neighborhood: University of Texas

609 W 29th St
Austin, TX 78705

Matthew H. writes: I once worked in a little hick video store in my hometown called, "49-and-More Video Superstore". I still have no clue whatsoever what the 49 was supposed to allude to, but I suppose it could safely be assumed they only had 49 videos at one point.…

Animal Trustees of Austin

5129 Cameron Rd
Austin, TX 78723

Ryan N. writes: So one fine evening I'm out enjoying a cigarette on my porch, when this emaciated little cat darts out from my fence, sees me, and immediately turns right back around toward my neighbor's yard.  Bored, I call out "kitty kitty," and I'll be damned if…

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin, TX 78719

Kimberly K. writes: Love the sinner, hate the sin. Love the airport, hate the security.

"WHAT are you doing HERE?" -- airport security guy.
"I have put 2 bags in the car, and am waiting for my partner to come back out with 2 more bags." - me
"Exactly! 'Waiting.'  Now look…

The No Pants Compound

East Austin
Austin, TX 78722

Cody R. writes: I have journeyed to the NPC and what I have brought back from my travels is a new understanding of life and inner peace. It's changed me in ways that can only be described as "re-birth". I not only checked my pants at the door, I also checked my "old…

KOOP Radio
Neighborhood: Cherrywood

3823 Airport Blvd
Suite B
Austin, TX 78722

Renato R. writes: This is a great radio station to listen to all day.  I wasn't going to really write a review until I read Deanna R's comments, which I must say are just plain....stupid.  And since there is no button right next to "cool" or "funny" or "useful" that…

Tomo Sushi
Neighborhood: Milwood

4101 W Parmer Ln, Ste E
Austin, TX 78727

Leslie L. writes: The personal space up in here is like, two seconds away from communal seating.*  Granted, I was seated with my back against a wall and placed in a corner (no one puts Rezrie in the corner!), but to sit within sampling distance (you gonna eat that?)…

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant
Neighborhood: Downtown

401 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701

Jill W. writes: I can only review happy hour at this place.  I like it.  If they're like the other 2 locations I've visited, they have two happy hours.  First one is 4:00-6:30pm and the second one is 9pm-close.  You should confirm that though, because I've only gone…

El Regio

730 West Stassney Lane
Austin, TX 78745

Allison P. writes: When the K-man suggested we take it easy on Sunday and just drive-thru the new and improved El Regio (now called El Pollo Loco or something), there was clapping and squeals of delight!

I was nervous they had messed with a good thing and the new…

Amy's Ice Creams

4477 S Lamar Blvd Ste 790
Austin, TX 78745

Jaime M. writes: Shh! Don't tell my mom!
Flashback: September 22, 2005. Hurricane Rita is on its way, and my senile grandpa, crazy daddy, frightened sister and angry brother have made their way up to my place for the weekend to avoid the storm's fury.
My mom is…

Kerbey Lane Cafe

3704 Kerbey Ln
Austin, TX 78731

Christine A. writes: It's true, I have some serious long time love for Kerbey Lane.  So does my friend, Julie G. who was visiting from Durango several weeks ago. (Julie! I miss you!) We spent two hours here chatting it up with some very tasty migas and black beans (for…

Spec's Wine, Spirits, and Finer Foods

4970 Highway 290
Austin, TX 78737

Lauren S. writes: You know its Austin when the liquor store has a stage for live music.

Coming from California, this place is like a Bev Mo on steroids.

Though the absence of Speakeasy makes you realize that you aint in SF anymore....the Genny Cream Ale (which to my…

Salt Lick 360

3801 N Capital of Texas Hwy
Austin, TX 78746

Kimberly K. writes: I say "yes" to the Salt Lick 360 because of the following:
1.  Best Sweet bbq sauce I have ever had.
2.  Brisket Salad = best of both worlds... fresh greens and rich, smoky brisket.
3.  Convenient for me... I can walk there from my house, which ain't…

Room Service Vintage

107 E North Loop Blvd
Austin, TX 78751

Alexandra L. writes: This place has serviced the rooms in my house several times.  One time, I was looking for one of those classic school desks, you know with three drawers down one side, and the wide, shallow drawer across the top for small supplies?  I found one for…

Mrs Johnson's Bakery

4909 Airport Blvd
Austin, TX 78751

Quani C. writes: Mmmmmmmm.... donuts!

Didn't get to experience the hot, fresh, melt in your mouth free glazed donut... but the warm, relatively fresh, free glazed donut was pretty tasty, too.  Bavarian creme was pretty good, but made a mess all over my computer and…

Billy's on Burnet
Neighborhood: Rosedale

2105 Hancock Dr
Austin, TX 78756

Camron R. writes: I had to listen to Don P. cry his heart out for about an hour over all the women who had broken it.

He just kept yammering on "blah, blah blah...she hate me."

I wasn't paying much attention though because I was eating probably one of the best burger…

Cafe Java

11900 Metric Blvd
Ste K
Austin, TX 78758

Don P. writes: Mary V made me join her at Cafe Java... so here we are.  And since my mouth was here and my tummy was empty, I decided to eat.

I ordered a breakfast taco but was quickly reprimanded by Mary and told that they were no good.  Nada.  Not gonna do it.…

Dart Bowl
Neighborhood: Brentwood

5700 Grover Ave
Austin, TX 78756

Olivia P. writes: Why, why, why are those animations that they have at bowling alleys so FREAKING WEIRD? Balls lassoing pins, balls dressed as Indiana Jones, pins dressed like rock stars, pins dancing in hula outfits on a desert island...seriously, what is GOING ON?…

JR Salon
Neighborhood: Rosedale

4800 Burnet Rd.
Bldg. D. Ste. 430
Austin, TX 78756

caroline e. writes: I started going here a little over a year ago based on a recommendation. Being the frugal bitch that I am , I was lured by the promise of a $30 cut and no gratuities accepted. I did a stalker-ish slow-mo drive by of the place more than a few times;…

Mikado Ryotei

9033 Research Blvd
Austin, TX 78758

Camron R. writes: The first time I had sushi was at a place called Buffet City in Wichita Falls, TX.  That alone should tell you how bad the experience was.  I figured I would probably never eat sushi again.  
I had a friend come into town last night who asked me if I…

Casey's New Orleans Snowballs

808 E 51st Street
Austin, TX 78751

Matthew H. writes: Chai Cream - spicy, sweet.
Strawberry - strawberrily, sweet.

They are made of ice. They put the syrup on them. Magic occurs. Your face is melted ala' Raiders of the Lost Ark, but in a good way. The taste is like seeing God, and being all, "Hey man,…

Epoch Coffee

221 W North Loop Blvd
Austin, TX 78751

Don R. writes: I'm not really a coffee house sort of person. I mean beer and bourbon  take up a significant amount of my entertainment budget. I really can't go around drinking $4.00 coffee, I could get two lonestars at the Showdown for $4.00.  That being said,…

Vino Vino
Neighborhood: Hyde Park

4119 Guadalupe
Austin, TX 78751

Jon S. writes: So much good wine you have to say the name TWICE. Love the ambience in here too, it's like a sexy batcave with a wine vault.

Interestingly, the funny little descriptions help sell wine better. I don't care about tannins...they're comparing this wine…

Pronto Food Mart
Neighborhood: Hyde Park

4301 Duval St
Austin, TX 78751

Alex M. writes: Not that you'd ever run out of gasoline. But if you do?

Pronto totally has a loaner plastic can for you.

Austin Karaoke
Neighborhood: Brentwood

6808 N Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78752

Will Z. writes: I love Austin Karaoke, and have been here well over a hundred times. In fact, whenever I hear the words "last call", I instinctively round up everyone in the near vicinity and attempt to organize a field trip to AK.

WHY? Because the point of going out…

Jerry's Artarama

6010 N IH 35
Austin, TX 78752

Colby B. writes: I'll tell you a true story about Jerry's Artarama.

You know the Johnny Cash picture of  him flipping the bird?

Well, I won one for like $3 once on eBay. I took it in to them and said, "play with mattes. Play with the framing. Just play with it and see…