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Featured Review from CultureMap Austin
February 09, 2012Magnolia and Kerbey Lane have similar queso recipes (both have versions with guac, and with guac and beans) but hardcore queso connoisseurs have Very Strong Opinions about who does it better. We think both are delicious, and highly recommend Magnolia’s Sonora Queso, a layered dish that features spicy beef and avocado.
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February 09, 2012The Common Interest is technically Austin’s longest-running karaoke bar, even though it’s had an extensive facelift. There’s a big stage and extensive songbook to compete with the HD TVs and foot traffic along the bar. And if you’re looking for private parties, their new private singing rooms feature bottle service and plenty of special attention.
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Featured Review from Do512 Top Picks
July 24, 2012If there was ever a bar striving to Keep Austin Weird, it’s this one. Cheap beer, crazy onstage acts, and a creepy, divey circus vibe? This legendary hole in the wall is the kind of thing you can only find in the 512.
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Featured Review from CultureMap Austin
February 07, 2012Carousel Lounge is at the helm of Austin’s themed dive bar collective. Circus-themed murals frame the bar and a very large pink elephant takes center stage. Go for the novelty, stay for the low-key company and local acts.
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July 24, 2012DJ Mel’s hip-hop dance party on Monday nights has become a legendary ATX nightlife must. If you’ve never shaken your booty at Nasty’s, you haven’t lived!
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Featured Review from CultureMap Austin
February 09, 2012Known most widely for the Airstream trailer on SoCo, the revolving pink cupcake of Hey Cupcake serves as a beacon of great taste and happiness for the people of Austin.
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July 24, 2012Taking in the relaxing sights and sounds of a visit to the lake, combined with excellent food and refreshing margaritas under a grass roof – Hula Hut is an experience every Austinite must have.
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Featured Review from Do512 Top Picks
July 24, 2012You know that place you drive by on 11th with the line that goes around the block consistently? The place that has been called the best BBQ joint IN THE ENTIRE WORLD? That’s this place. Don’t skip this one, fellow 512ers!
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Featured Review from CultureMap Austin
February 07, 2012This adorable expanded mom and pop hamburger stand has been going strong in downtown Austin for decades. In that time, they’ve stayed true to their promises of consistency and honest, local flavors. more at CultureMap Austin
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Featured Review from CultureMap Austin
February 07, 2012Rain or shine, G&S Lounge has you covered. The inside is filled with vintage games and free popcorn, and the new(ish) covered patio offers quiet refuge from the pinball patrons. Post up and have a drink. But bring plenty of cash: you shouldn’t expect special treatment here.
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Common Interest
(512) 453-6796 Established in 1974, The Common Interest is an Austin Original. Over the years the “CI” has transformed into more than just Karaoke. We have over 35 beers to choose from, and our famous Syring…more»
Carousel Lounge
(512) 452-6790 In spite of (or maybe because of) its out-of-the-way location and bizarre circus theme -- complete with elephant and lion-tamer murals and an actual carousel behind the bar -- the Carousel Lou…more»
Nasty's
(512) 453-4349 One of Austin's favorite dive bars for students in the know and locals alike. Pool and billiards, draft beer and arcades, the quintessential ingredients for a great night.
Hey Cupcake! on South Congress
512-476-CAKE People are always asking me why I started Hey Cupcake! The reason I started selling cupcakes for a living has to do more with freedom of expression and creativity than it does a good old fashi…more»
Cathedral of Junk
512-299-7413 The Cathedral of Junk stands quietly in the backyard of a small house on a suburban street on the south side of Austin. Unlike other busybody constructions that we've visited -- the Forevertro…more»
Matt's El Rancho
(512) 462-9333 For over 50 years Matt's El Rancho has been family owned and operated. Since 1952 Matt's El Rancho has provided the Austin area with authentic Mexican food in a great family atmosphere.
Little Woodrow's West 6th
(512) 477-2337 Back in 1938, a guy named Coach decided he wanted to open a bar. He wanted his bar to feature the coldest beer in town and he wanted it served by friendly, beautiful girls from Texas. If his…more»
Maudie's South Lamar
512-440-8088 Yeah, we've won all kinds of awards for our great Tex-Mex food. But, do you know what really matters most to us? Our customers! On any given day, our customers will be as varied as the city…more»
Hula Hut
(512) 476-4852 Since June of 1993, Hula Hut has been a little piece of the tropics in Austin, Texas. Menu highlights include such delicacies as Coconut Fried Shrimp, lavish Pu Pu Platters, our famous South B…more»
Midnight Cowboy Cocktail Lounge
Guests will book ahead on the website. There will be reserved time windows (with drink minimums) for each table.Cocktails will be prepared tableside, and feature hand-cut ice and premium split…more»
G & S Lounge
(512) 707-8702 This place is pretty much your idea of heaven when you were in seventh grade — hell, it even looks like you’ve gone back in time. It’s almost difficult to maneuver through the side room with a…more»
Way South Philly
512 - 771 - 6969 Way South Philly is bringing northeast comfort food to our fellow Austinites. Stop by for an authentic Philly Cheese Steak “Wit” and “Wiz”and don’t forget to order some cheesy tots. Finish off…more»
The Driskill Bar
512-391-7162 Providing ample opportunities for convivial conversation, The Driskill Bar offers a unique collection of quiet nooks, intimate seating areas, private groupings of period furnishings and genero…more»
