Austin, Texas
Located in the center of the state, Austin is the capitol city of Texas. It has that unique blend of southern charm, big city hustle, and scenic country vibes.
Facts about Austin:
During the spring and summer months, it’s home to ~1.5 million Mexican Free-Tail bats. You can even take bat tours!
Only city left in the world with moonlight towers (117 to be exact)
Known for great weather. Austin averages over 200 days of sun each year.
The Texas State Capitol building is the second largest capitol building
Where Whole Foods got started
Some people believe Jack the Ripper may have lived here
Considered the live music capitol of the world
Bustling food truck scene - there are over 2,000 to choose from
No professional sport team
Below is the itinerary of our trip. It doesn’t cover everything we did, but more-so highlights some of the specific things we wanted to make sure we hit up while in town.
Also check out my custom google map to get more inspiration. It includes of ton of places I looked into, but we never had a chance to check out!
DAY ONE
HOTEL
109 East 7th Street
Mmm smoked brisket tacos!
Closed Monday & Tuesday
Check in to hotel
Sunset Dinner @ The Oasis no reservations - show up 1-1.5 hours before sunset - check time
Drink @ rooftop bar in hotel
DAY TWO
Check out Mayfield Park
Hike Mount Bonnell
Lunch at Terry Black's
Show up early and order some beef ribs!
4-730pm
Meeting place: Hops and Grain Brewery, 507 Calles St #101, Austin, TX 78702
Sign waivers (in email prior to date)
Bring cash
Dinner @ Dee Dee's Food Truck
Om Gai stew is bomb
Name of this stew also made me think of that that scene in “Wayne’s World” when they order Chinese food…
DAY THREE
Brunch @ Josephine House
$6/per person
Check is reservations required
Stop at Hamilton Pool along the way 2-5:30
Check if reservations required
Bring cash
Coffee break! @ Summer Moon Coffee
This is a local chain with locations all over Austin
They have a signature creamer called “moon milk” and its sweet delicious goodness
Dinner @ DipDipDip
Dessert: Ice cream next door @ DipDipDip Ice Cream
Cocktails @ The Roosevelt Room
Classy “speakeasy-ish” joint specializing in old school cocktails
Recommend the Bramble
DAY FOUR
Breakfast @ Paperboy
Recommend the Migas: goat carnitas, onion, tomato, jalapeño, cotija, serrano hot sauce, grilled tortillas
The Fuckin’ Alamo
~ 1.5 hour drive each way
Walk Around San Antonio
Neat outdoor space with local brews and llamas
You can buy llama snacks to feed them!
Salt Lick BBQ (Driftwood location)
Great outdoor seating and local Texas wine
BBQ not as good as Terry Blacks IMO, but still great
