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ATX Life: The Barrel Room
Tucked into the back of the Oasis plaza is the cocktail room for the OXTBC. Reasonable prices and great views worth the trip.
ATX Life: Sweetish Hill Bakery
Nestled into the shops of West Sixth Street is Sweetish Hill Bakery - a perfect spot for homemade foods and local fare.
ATX Life: Counter Cafe
Counter Cafe is Austin's best choice for classic diner fare in a clean, less greasy atmosphere. Check out the post for more information
Adventures in the Hill Country: Reimer’s Ranch Park
Nestled on Hamilton Pool Road outside of Austin is Riemer's Ranch park - here's pictures and an idea of all that's available for the modest entrance fee.
ATX Life: There’s something about Mary’s
Mary's is a little unassuming joint on Red River near campus - here's my review and your reason to stop in for a fresh breakfast.
ATX Life: Bee Cave Central Park
13676 Bee Cave Parkway Bee Cave, TX 78738 From the parking lot, Central Park seems a little like a baseball complex without the fields. A playground, some fields, lots of sidewalk. But if you dive a little deeper, there is enough to make it worth your while to drive out of the city. The sidewalk … Continue reading ATX Life: Bee Cave Central Park
ATX Life: Weekend Brews (and where to find them)
Austin is riddled with cool breweries and distilleries. This post has a few of my favorites: Family Business Beer, Live Oak Brewing and Austin Eastciders.