Hot damn, there's a lot to do on Burnet.
Featuring an astonishing variety of restaurants, bars, places to shop and have fun, Burnet has something for virtually everyone. Want to go bowling at one of Austin's oldest and friendliest bowling alleys? You got it. Looking for some incredibly delicious Japanese food? Done. Feel like spending the day shopping at funky little stores? Burnet, baby. Check out our picks for doing Burnet, below.
5353 Burnet Rd
If you're in the market for the perfect morning cup of organic, fair trade joe, Monkey Nest is your spot. The coffee shop/bakery/deli is a versatile hangout - you could lounge on the patio and munch on a breakfast sandwich or order a latte, park yourself in their cozy couch space and work on the next great American novel. But once 3 pm hits, avoid this coffeehouse, unless you're intent on fighting hoards of college students for open tables and outlets.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- North Loop Station (NB)
- Triangle Station (SB)
- 5350 Burnet/Lawnmont
- Burnet Adams
2307 Hancock Dr
If you're looking for a place to get amped for a day of neighborhood exploring, you certainly can't go wrong with Epicerie Cafe & Grocery. This grocery/cafe puts a French-Louisiana spin on breakfast classics like coffee, muffins, eggs benedict, and pancakes. If you find yourself wanting more (a likely scenario) stop back during lunch and go for round two.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- North Loop/Woodview
- North Loop/Burnet
4618 Burnet Rd
Pacha is best-known for their legendarily delicious pancakes, but their whole menu is executed with the same tastiness. You really can't go wrong ordering anything here, but one other item (besides the aforementioned pancakes) sticks out. Pacha makes a fantastically delicious chili-cheese omelet. Yes, that's a spicy start to the day, and yes, you totally should do it.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Burnet/45th
- Burnet/W. 47th
4508 Burnet Rd
Locally and family owned serving Austin delicious and amazing pastries, cakes and desserts for over 28 years. Upper Crust Bakery makes their desserts from scratch every day ensuring that fresh quality taste. If you're on Burnet and have a sweet tooth, Upper Crust Bakery should be on your list of places to visit.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Rosedale Station (NB)
- 1115 45th/Bellevue
- Medical Pkwy/44th
7100 Woodrow Ave
Violet Crown Clubhouse screams Wholesome Neighborhood Vibes. It's the kind of place you stop in with your kids or roomies on your daily walk and visit with the neighbors you always wanted to get to know. During quarantine, they've become a one-stop-shop for evening frose, safe live music, and - most recently - coffee. Stop by on a chilly morning Mon-Fri 7:30-11:30am to get your daily caffeine injection!
5502 Burnet Rd
Atown provides a space for local designers that are interested in selling their unique work. Although folks come for the local handmade items, the biggest draw may just be the complimentary cookies and wine available to shoppers while they browse.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Allandale Station (SB)
- Burnet / Houston
2525 W Anderson Ln
Though comparatively less flashy than say, Barton Creek Mall, Northcross Mall nonetheless possesses a fair amount of a small town charm that makes up for its inauspiciousness. Inside, you'll find, among other things, an ice skating rink.
5350 Burnet Rd
If you're looking to get into photography or just want a vintage looking camera because you think they look neat, you can find that them at Austin Camera & Imaging. Austin Camera & Imaging also provides services such as photography and editing classes, printing, video transfers, photo restorations and much more, making it a one-stop shop for all things photography.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- 5350 Burnet/Lawnmont
- North Loop Station (NB)
- Burnet/Houston
- Burnet/Adams
2929 W Anderson Ln
We've all got clothes stuck in the back of our closet that we never wear, so why not sell it and make a little money? At Style Encore, you can do just that. This store buys and sells gently used women's clothing for casual and business occasions as well as shoes, handbags and other accessories. Getting paid on the spot and getting rid of clothes you hardly (or never) wear is a win/win.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Crossroads Station (SB)
- Crestview Station (SB)
- 2751 Foster/Rockwood
- 2714 Foster/Northcross
Play It Again Sports2933 W Anderson Ln
Play It Again Sports has been a familiar spot for cheaper-end sporting equipment for a long time in Austin. Though the store puts an emphasis on hockey, baseball, softball, lacrosse, football, golf, bikes, soccer, and disc golf, there are plenty of other sporting-related items at Play It Again Sports for customers to peruse.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Crossroads Station (SB)
- Crestview Station (SB)
- 2751 Foster/Rockwood
- 2714 Foster/Northcross
2927 Anderson Ln
A business that William Wirt Lamme once lost in the result of a poker game was restored by his son, David Turner Lamme Sr. after paying off a $800 debt and reclaimed the store as his own. Delicious, tasty chocolate, taffies, toffee and all manner of confections can be bought at Lammes Candies.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Crossroads Station (SB)
- Crestview Station (SB)
- 2751 Foster/Rockwood
- 2714 Foster/Northcross
8600 Burnet Rd.
Locally owned and operated since 1976, Waterloo Ice House has long been a reliably delicious standby for Burnet residents (and anyone else who's willing to drive across town to get to it). For our money, it doesn't get much better than their Guacamole Bacon Swiss Hamburger, which features all of the aforementioned ingredients lovingly prepared along with onions, tomatoes, lettuce, and mayo.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Crossroads Station (SB)
- Ohlen Station (SB)
- Burnet/Colfax
6539 Burnet Rd
Beloved Austin-borne purveyors of quick, delicious chicken, Flyrite, has a location in the Burnet area. If you've never been, their drive-thru or dine-in chicken experience includes irrefutably great things like Sriracha-infused mayo, tallboys of Austin Eastciders Cider, and ice cream shakes. What's more, Flyrite's whole shtick is fast food that you feel good after eating. That means organic, responsibly raised chicken with no artificial ingredients, no msg, antibiotics, and no hormones.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Burnet/Twin Oaks
- 6205 Burnet/Romaria
5624 Burnet Rd
Whether you want to indulge in a classic or try out a more outside-the-cone option, Amy's has got you covered with over 350 flavors in rotation. We suggest their self-proclaimed "world-famous" Mexican Vanilla. You really can't argue with a label like world-famous.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- 5621 Burnet/Northland
- Allandale Station (SB)
- Burnet/Adams
Ichiban Restaurant7310 Burnet Rd
After being bought by the Choe family in 1997, Ichiban grew from a simple sushi restaurant to a reliable Austin spot for both traditional Korean and Japanese fare. Known its knack for ambiance, Ichiban's charming koi pond, pretty sushi boat plating and traditional low booth Japanese seating makes it stand out among Austin's casual sushi bar selection.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Burnet/Greenlawn Pkwy
- Burnet/Rich Creek
6555 Burnet Rd #100
Boasting the best Neapolitan pizza in the city, Bufalina seems to be known far and wide for owner Steven Dilley's Italian imported wood-burning pizza oven. The popular neighborhood spot has more to offer than just pies; Bufalina offers a great selection of unique wines on the cheap.
5400 Burnet Rd
Drew Gassett is living the American dream. After playing on the UT basketball team, a bench warmer, but a fan favorite, Drew was looking for a second calling. In early 2008, he ventured on a road trip to travel around the United States on the quest for the perfect burgers, fries, and milkshakes. Finding inspiration all across the country, he opened a burger trailer behind Star Bar on the West Side and quickly (again) became an Austin favorite. Naming it after his favorite book, Lonesome Dove, Hat Creek Burger Company was born. A burger company devoted to providing local, whole food ingredients for the whole family.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- North Loop Station (NB)
- Triangle Station (SB)
- Burnet/Houston
- Burnet/Lawnmont
2330 W. North Loop
Fonda San Miguel pioneered “interior Mexican” cuisine in the U.S. being one of the first in the nation to introduce the full-flavored and more complex specialties from Mexico’s interior regions. Fonda San Miguel is a celebration of this distinctive cuisine, its colorful history, and the transforming influence it has had on Mexican restaurants across the country, where culinary connoisseurs, art lovers, visiting celebrities, and guests of the local Mexican consulate all come to partake and enjoy.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- North Loop/Woodview
- North Loop/Burnet
5000 Burnet
Jewboy Burgers has a name that's certain to raise a few eyebrows, but that's nothing compared to their actual food. If you hadn't guessed already, not your typical traditional burger place. Surprisingly enough, Jewboy Burgers is a Mexican Diner style burger served on an oversized potato roll a taste of the east coast and El Paso, Texas in one delicious burger.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
5408 Burnet Rd
With several locations in Austin, you can enjoy Lucy's Fried Chicken on South Congress, South Lamar, and at their Burnet spot. Lucy's has become an Austin institution dedicated to juicy, delicious fried chicken. They also have happy hour all day Monday through Wednesday and 11-7 Thursday and Friday. Who would've thought cracking open a cold one with the boys would involve fried chicken? We did.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- North Loop Station (NB)
- Burnet/Houston
- Burnet/Lawnmont
7525 Burnet Rd
While on paper Top Notch's brush with fame came from its appearance in stoner coming of age flick Dazed and Confused, loyal customers would argue the spotlight is really on the burger joints char-grilled patties. Kept in the family since 1971, Top Notch should be your destination of choice if you're eager to taste their classic fried chicken or enjoy the monthly drive-thru movie screening.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- 7439 Burnet/Richcreek
- Northcross Station (NB)
4636 Burnet Rd
A casual sushi bar with traditional Japanese foods if that is what you're craving. A place to go if you're dying to eat some sushi as they offer the dragon roll, Hawaiian roll, shrimp crunch roll, pink roll and many more rolls to choose from. Maru Japanese Restaurant also serves a variety of beer and wine to drink along with your sushi.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Burnet/W. 45th
- Rosedale Station (SB)
- Burnet W. 47th
2320 Hancock Dr
The Hawaiian-originated Poke craze landed in Austin at Poke-Poke. What's Poke? As Poke-Poke themselves say, "poke is a delicious, healthy raw sashimi based food from Hawaii! Traditionally, Poke is ahi or salmon tossed with shoyu (soy sauce), sesame oil, onions and sesame seeds creating a savory, unique food for adventurous eaters!" If you're on Burnet and feel like trying something new, we recommend Poke-Poke.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- North Loop/Woodview
- Burnet/Hancock
5520 Burnet Rd
Tacos and tequila are always a reliable combination for fun, so why not enjoy your tacos with tequila or any of your other favorite drinks at Taco Flats? This Burnet restaurant gives more vibes of a bar setting, where you can eat good food, drink great beer and relax.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Allandale Station (SB)
- 5621 Burnet/Northland
- Burnet/Houston
The Peached Tortilla5520 Burnet Rd
Southern and Asian influenced food served with cocktails is quite a great combination. The Peached Tortilla is a full-service mobile caterer, but if you stop by their restaurant you will see that they have a lot more delicious food to offer than their "street fare" menu on their food truck. They have different menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner so choose when you visit very wisely.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Allandale Station (SB)
- 5621 Burnet/Northland
- Burnet/Houston
6700 Burnet Rd
Food, beer, and dogs. It doesn't get any better than that, does it? You can enjoy that magical combination at the wonderfully canine inclusive Yard Bar. Since opening in 2015, this Burnet road hangout has served cold beers, food, and treats for pups. Finally, someplace the whole (furry) family can enjoy.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Justin Station (SB)
- Burnet/Twin Oaks
5434 Burnet Rd
The center of Austin's honky-tonk country music scene, the Little Longhorn Saloon is a place to drink, dance and watch chickens shit to determine the score of a Bingo game. Beyond that most famous of attractions, the Little Longhorn is simply a fantastic hub for all things Texas and funky. A true embodiment of our cities spirit.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Burnet/Houston
- Burnet/Lawnmont
2105 Hancock Dr
Billy's On Burnet is great because of its versatility. You can easily go there with a meal in mind, or you can descend to this neighborhood spot for a night of drinking with your buddies. With 36 beers on tap, as well as a variety of burgers and sandwiches on their menu, either scenario is equally plausible.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- 5011 Burnet/Hancock
- Burnet/ W. 49th
- North Loop/Woodview
6507 Burnet Rd
The Aristocrat Lounge is definitely not the kind of place an actual Aristocrat would ever hang out. Dive-y, dark, and unpretentious, this is the kind of drinking hole you can sit at and collect your thoughts. Bonus: they totally have pool tables.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Burnet/Twin Oaks
- 6425 Burnet/Whitehorse
- 6310 Burnet/Whitehorse
- Burnet/Romeria
2207 Justin Lane
Lala's started with the goal of prolonging Christmas into a year-round holiday and is now Austin's only bar that continues celebrating yuletide festivities long after the cold weather has disappeared. Filled with string lights, kitschy reindeer figurines, glowing Christmas trees, and an expansive beer draft, Lala's resembles a boozy revision of Santa's Workshop. It is, without a doubt, a must-visit destination on Burnet.
CapMetro Stops Nearby:
- Justin Station (SB)
- Burnet/Twin Oaks
6800 Burnet Rd
Growler Room's motto is "Come and Fill it," and that's exactly what patrons do there. Whether you're in the mood to pop in and grab a growler to go or you feel like spending some time nursing a drink, Growler Room is more than ideal for your purposes. Come, enjoy the magnificent wonders of this self-proclaimed Growler Filling Station.
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