Malik's Guidebook
Shopping
Downtown Austin station
Sightseeing
Public park in the city. Come here for fun activities on the lawn like volleyball, frisbee, soccer or just bring a blanket and some wine to sit and enjoy the weather and beautiful city view.
99 locals recommend
Zilker
Public park in the city. Come here for fun activities on the lawn like volleyball, frisbee, soccer or just bring a blanket and some wine to sit and enjoy the weather and beautiful city view.
360 Bridge
4801 Plaza on the LakeWater Activities
Lady Bird Lake runs straight through the city and is a MUST try when visiting Austin. The Lake has various rental places where you can rent paddle boards, canoes, kayaks, etc. and hop right on the water. Be sure to make a reservation ahead of time or get there early because rentals fill up fast during the warm months!
959 locals recommend
Lady Bird Lake
Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike TrailLady Bird Lake runs straight through the city and is a MUST try when visiting Austin. The Lake has various rental places where you can rent paddle boards, canoes, kayaks, etc. and hop right on the water. Be sure to make a reservation ahead of time or get there early because rentals fill up fast during the warm months!
When it comes to beautiful bodies of water, it doesn’t get much better than Lake Travis. This gorgeous Lake is situated about a half hour to 45 minutes outside of the heart of Austin, but the experience is most definitely worth the drive. There are many rental options at Lake Travis. Rent a 2 story barge and throw a party because some of these boats can hold up to 50 people. If you’re looking for something a little more intimate, there are smaller Pontoons available. Jet skis are the way to go if there is only one ore two of you and you just want to get out on the lake!
56 locals recommend
Lake Travis
When it comes to beautiful bodies of water, it doesn’t get much better than Lake Travis. This gorgeous Lake is situated about a half hour to 45 minutes outside of the heart of Austin, but the experience is most definitely worth the drive. There are many rental options at Lake Travis. Rent a 2 story barge and throw a party because some of these boats can hold up to 50 people. If you’re looking for something a little more intimate, there are smaller Pontoons available. Jet skis are the way to go if there is only one ore two of you and you just want to get out on the lake!
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrFood scene
Great rooftop brunch spot for couples and larger groups. What better way to spend your afternoon eating delicious Texas barbecue AND drinking mimosas?! I mean come on! Get here early because the wait can get long on Sundays or avoid the early crowd by enjoying a late brunch around 1pm.
48 locals recommend
EastSide Tavern
1510 E Cesar Chavez StGreat rooftop brunch spot for couples and larger groups. What better way to spend your afternoon eating delicious Texas barbecue AND drinking mimosas?! I mean come on! Get here early because the wait can get long on Sundays or avoid the early crowd by enjoying a late brunch around 1pm.
Try a little bit of everything at this all you can eat sushi spot! There are two Sushi Junai’s, cleverly named Sushi Junai 1 and Sushi Junai 2. Sushi Junai 1 is located on the south side of Austin and 2 is located on the Northern side. We’ve tried both and they are equally delicious! However, one little tip, Sushi Junai 2 has a bit of a bigger menu with more options. Walk ins are welcome. Go as a couple or a group and eat as much sushi as humanly possible with a hour and a half time limit.
15 locals recommend
SUSHI JUNAI 1
1612 Lavaca StTry a little bit of everything at this all you can eat sushi spot! There are two Sushi Junai’s, cleverly named Sushi Junai 1 and Sushi Junai 2. Sushi Junai 1 is located on the south side of Austin and 2 is located on the Northern side. We’ve tried both and they are equally delicious! However, one little tip, Sushi Junai 2 has a bit of a bigger menu with more options. Walk ins are welcome. Go as a couple or a group and eat as much sushi as humanly possible with a hour and a half time limit.
I’ll admit this is the first place I tried Korean BBQ so I may be a little biased, but this place is amazing! If you’ve ever had Korean BBQ then you know what you’re doing. If you haven’t, be sure to read the menu ahead of time. Korean BBQ has a lot of shareable plates options so it’s a little different from a traditional restaurant. This place is pretty casual and usually isn’t too hard to walk in and get a table!
Jjim - Korean Braised BBQ
1100 South Lamar BoulevardI’ll admit this is the first place I tried Korean BBQ so I may be a little biased, but this place is amazing! If you’ve ever had Korean BBQ then you know what you’re doing. If you haven’t, be sure to read the menu ahead of time. Korean BBQ has a lot of shareable plates options so it’s a little different from a traditional restaurant. This place is pretty casual and usually isn’t too hard to walk in and get a table!
If you’re visiting from outside of Texas, trying the barbecue is probably on your itinerary. La Barbecue is a great place to start. The brisket literally melts in your mouth. Be careful what times you choose to go and give yourself some extra time because this place sometimes has a line wrapped around the building!
421 locals recommend
La Barbecue
2401 E Cesar Chavez StIf you’re visiting from outside of Texas, trying the barbecue is probably on your itinerary. La Barbecue is a great place to start. The brisket literally melts in your mouth. Be careful what times you choose to go and give yourself some extra time because this place sometimes has a line wrapped around the building!
Looking for some delicious Latin cuisine and a vibrant atmosphere? Gabriellas is the right place! Be sure to enjoy some of their delicious and unique cocktails. I ordered a drink that came in a real pineapple!! Most of their seating is outdoors so it’s a great place to enjoy when the weather is nice. They also have a live Mariachi band on Wednesdays if you’re looking for dinner and a show!
46 locals recommend
Gabrielas Downtown
900 E 7th StLooking for some delicious Latin cuisine and a vibrant atmosphere? Gabriellas is the right place! Be sure to enjoy some of their delicious and unique cocktails. I ordered a drink that came in a real pineapple!! Most of their seating is outdoors so it’s a great place to enjoy when the weather is nice. They also have a live Mariachi band on Wednesdays if you’re looking for dinner and a show!
The Clay Pit
1601 Guadalupe StLicha's Cantina
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11101 Burnet Road
Veracruz All Natural
111 East Cesar Chavez StreetSweets & Treats
The Yard Milkshakes
3400 Esperanza CrossingCranky Granny's Sweet Rolls
16051 Domain DrFun Activities
Main Event Entertainment
13301 North US Hwy 183Pinstack - Austin
500 W Canyon Ridge Dr