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Find a curated selection of everything we’re most excited about in Austin for the rest of 2025. From the hottest new restaurant openings to can’t-miss events, hidden gems, and ways to fully embrace the vibrant lifestyle our city has to offer, this issue is packed with inspiration.
Our Favorite Restaurants
Elizabeth Street Cafe
1501 S. First Street
Elizabeth Street Café is a neighborhood Vietnamese café and French bakery in South Austin. The restaurant boasts sunny dining rooms, a shady garden patio, and serves fresh breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner as well as takeout. Known for their great croissants, bánh mì served on fresh baked baguettes, spring rolls, steaming bowls of pho, spicy curries, house cocktails & boozy punches, and tropical-flavored macarons.
Uchi
801 S. Lamar Blvd.
Uchi, "house" in Japanese, is founded by James Beard Award‑winning Chef Tyson Cole. A delicate balance of elevated food and impeccable service, Uchi offers non‑traditional Japanese cuisine with signature tastings, sushi, and a seasonal omakase.
Fonda San Miguel
2330 W. North Loop
Fonda San Miguel has garnered national and international acclaim, and continues to stay true to Mexico’s great traditions and share the fundamentals of Mexican cuisine through its authentic flavors and ties to Mexico’s ever-changing food culture.
Loro
2330 W. North Loop
Asian smokehouse meets Texas barbecue. With a menu you won’t find anywhere else and plenty of seating, Loro will be your new favorite place in Austin. Loro is brought to you by James Beard Award winners, Chef Tyson Cole of Uchi and Aaron Franklin of Franklin Barbecue.
Perla's
1400 S. Congress
Perla’s offers fresh fish and oysters flown in daily from both coasts with an emphasis on sourcing from the Gulf of Mexico and simple, clean preparations. The bar makes delicious coastal cocktails and the wine list is stocked with fun sparkling, rosé & white wines.
Our Favorite Sweet Spots
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Lick Ice Cream
Lick uses the purest ingredients they can find in their artisanal ice creams. They believe ice cream shouldn’t just taste good — it should also be good.
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Tiny's Milk and Cookies
Tiny’s Milk & Cookies is a walk-up bakery and cookie counter serving fresh breads and pastries, homemade ice cream, and handcrafted coffee drinks.
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Dolce Neve Gelato
Dolce Neve Gelato brings Italian gelato art to the US. It’s the quintessential gelato experience in Texas.
Our Favorite Coffee Spots
Mozart's
3825 Lake Austin Blvd.
Mozart’s Coffee on Lake Austin is not your average coffee shop. Since 1993, they have been an in-house roaster and café. They have continued to expand to offer live music, community events, movies on the lake, paddle board rentals, and more!
Houndstooth Coffee
Multiple locations
What started as an affinity for coffee and coffee shop culture has grown into a love for sharing quality beverages with anyone and everyone. As a locally owned and operated business, Houndstooth seeks to weave an intimate and integral social pattern into the social fabric of the greater community.
Epoch Coffee
Multiple Locations
Epoch Coffee is an independently-owned coffee shop with three locations, with a focus on community and inclusivity. They roast their own beans on-site and are known for their quality drip coffee, cold brew, and specialty drinks like the "mojo". The shops are designed as comfortable, versatile spaces for work and socializing, offering a welcoming atmosphere.
Places You Must See
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Barton Springs Pool
Within Zilker Park's 358 acres lies one of the crown jewels of Austin: Barton Springs Pool. The pool is fed from underground springs with an average temperature of 68-70 degrees, ideal for year-round swimming.
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Krause Springs
A well-known camping and swimming site located in the beautiful Hill Country of Texas. There are 32 springs on the property - it’s a refreshing treat to swim in the springs during hot Texas summers!
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Lake Travis
Take in Austin’s gorgeous scenery while relaxing on the lake. Spanning 63.75 miles, Lake Travis is a favorite attraction for locals and visitors alike. The views and the atmosphere can’t be beat.
Things You Must Do
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Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum
Cultivating community, curiosity, and connection through nature, contemporary artists, and the work of Charles Umlauf. The Umlauf garden is an epicenter of Austin's cultural arts scene.
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Zilker Botanical Garden
Zilker Botanical Garden, located in Zilker Park, features heritage live oaks set into a hillside, and offers a lush, shady respite from everyday urban life with panoramic views to downtown and beyond.
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Zach Theatre
A non-profit organization, Zach produces a dazzling lineup of nationally recognized plays and musicals, each one crafted to shine a light on stories that are bold, timely, and relevant to Central Texas audiences.
Our Favorite Places to Stay
Omni Barton Creek Resort and Spa
8212 Barton Club Drive,
Tucked into the Texas Hill Country, Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa is the ultimate retreat. Find your serene escape and a taste of the modern Texas high life on 4,000 acres of enchanting countryside at our Austin resort. Proudly ranked among the best resorts in the world - #16 in the World and #3 in the Southwest.
Hotel Zaza
400 Lavaca St
Located in downtown Austin’s Warehouse District. Hotel ZaZa Austin marries big city sophistication with authentic Texas style to create the city’s preeminent luxury boutique hotel.
Austin Proper Hotel
600 W 2nd Street
Situated in Downtown’s Second Street District, Austin Proper Hotel and Residences is an iconic luxury destination just steps from Lady Bird Lake. The hotel offers design-forward rooms and suites, a rooftop pool, immersive wellness experiences, and menus built around local farms. Wellness, design, and culture, seamlessly woven into every stay.
Hotel San José
1316 S Congress Ave
Built in 1936 as an “ultramodern” motor court, the Hotel San José has been transformed into a 40-room urban bungalow-style hotel tucked behind stucco walls and set amidst lush garden courtyards in 2000. A South Congress gathering place for locals and visitors alike.
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