East Austin is a mixture of longtime residents, brand-spanking-new development, and hip haunts. It’s also home to some of Austin’s best and buzziest restaurants. From acclaimed and influential Franklin Barbecue to the new kids on the block like Nixta Taqueria, East Austin is a vibrant and exciting…
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There’s a reason Austin regularly tops the list as one of the best bachelor and bachelorette party destinations. With a little bit of everything for the bride or groom—lakes, bars, breweries, live music, Instagrammable stops—it makes planning a weekend of celebration events easy. We’ve taken it a…
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While Austin may be known for its legendary Tex-Mex, tasty breakfast tacos and juicy barbecue, there's so much more to the capital city's food history to explore. Austin's celebrated dining scene has evolved with lightening speed over the last few decades, but don't forget to pay homage to the…
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Driftwood often gets overlooked on the way to other, larger Hill Country towns but it’s got a scene in its own right. Of course, it’s home to the legitimately world famous The Salt Lick barbecue but as Austinites rush out of the city in search of a little more space and some peace, Driftwood has…
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Welcome to the Best Seat in the House, a digital series from Visit Austin, bringing together some of the best personalities in Austin's service industry sharing some ways to experience a taste of Austin from home. In this episode, la Barbecue Owners LeAnn Mueller and Alison Clem share their simple…
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Lockhart has long been known as the barbecue capital of Texas. Way before Franklin’s was a whisper in the wind, Texans from all over have flocked to this city to get their carnivore on. There’s more than meets (or meats) the eye here though—a fascinating history, adorable shops, live music, golfing…
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During this time, the health and well-being of our local community and our visitors is vital. Travelers to Austin – and all destinations – should continue to observe the health recommendations of national, state and local public health officials, as they plan to travel, when they travel and when…
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If we have to narrow it down, there are 10 things about Austin that we’re missing most right now. Whether you’re a local, a longtime visitor or new to the city (welcome, y’all!), these are the quintessential Austin experiences you’ll want to add to your must-do list. 1. Breakfast tacos from a food…
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Austin offers so much for visitors to see and do, whether traveling for work or play. If you're visiting for a business meeting or convention, make sure to experience the best of the city in your downtime. Go beyond the boardroom with this checklist: Gary Clark Jr. at Antone's. Credit Roger Ho. 1…
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Have you been known to choose a restaurant or dish based on how it would look in photos? Do you sit near restaurant windows so the lighting is better? Are your friends used to waiting to eat so you can document the experience? This blog post is for you. We asked some of our favorite local food…
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