Neighborhood Guides
Coffee shops, restaurants, bars, and quiet corners near every Oikos property — written by someone who actually knows the area.
LeRoy and Lewis BBQ in South Austin is new school Texas barbecue with local sourcing and inventive meats — no 4-hour line required. One of Austin's best BBQ spots.
Juan in a Million has served Austin's best Mexican breakfast since 1980. Juan Meza still shakes hands with every guest. Get the Don Juan taco and arrive hungry.
Mica's Burritos & Coffee near MLK and Springdale in East Austin is a family-run breakfast spot with 10 burrito varieties, specialty coffee, and fast drive-thru service.
Sahara Lounge on Webberville Road is East Austin's best dive bar — live music every night, eclectic crowd, no pretension. This is Austin the way it used to be.
Palomino Coffee on E 12th Street is East Austin's neighborhood coffee shop — seasonal drinks, artisanal goods, and a community vibe that belongs to the neighborhood.
Pins Mechanical Co. in Austin's St. Elmo district has duckpin bowling, pinball, arcade games, ping pong, skee-ball and cold drinks. The most fun your group will have in Austin.
Fresa's Chicken Al Carbon on South 1st is an Austin institution since 2012. Order the half chicken al carbon, sit on the patio, and don't miss the esquites.
Veracruz All Natural makes the best breakfast tacos in Austin — and it's not really a debate. Get the migas taco, go early, order two.
Radio Coffee & Beer on Menchaca Road is the classic Austin experience — great coffee, cold beer, and one of the best patios in the city. Here's why it's a must.
Desnudo Coffee on West 6th makes arguably the best coffee in Austin. Get there early — there's always a line — and order the miso latte. Here's why it's worth it.
Spokesman Coffee in Austin's St. Elmo Arts District is serious espresso in a beautiful space — and on weekend nights, it turns into a stand-up comedy venue. Here's the full picture.
Little Darlin' Austin on Circle S Road is South Austin's best neighborhood bar — outdoor patio, pool tables, biscuits and gravy, and a crowd that actually reflects the city. Here's what to know before you go.
Fortune Teller looks like an actual fortune teller's shop from the outside. Inside is one of South Austin's best craft cocktail bars. Here's what to expect.
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