Kristin’s guidebook to the East Side
Food scene
Bento Picnic
2600 E Cesar Chavez StGreat healthy lunch spot and wine bar at night.
Juniper
2400 E Cesar Chavez StSuper fancy delicious food and cocktails.
Drinks Lounge
2001 E Cesar Chavez StGreat for a late night snack and a cold beverage.
Lou’s
1900 E Cesar Chavez StGreat neighborhood hangout with good food and drinks.
Whisler's
1816 E 6th StAwesome bar, a must go!
Intero Restaurant
2612 E Cesar Chavez StGreat food and drinks
Justine's
4710 E 5th StSuch a fun spot t watch Austin's cool kids.
Ramen Tatsu-Ya
1234 S Lamar BlvdBest Ramen outside of Tokyo I have had.
Kemuri Tatsu-Ya
2713 E 2nd StReally fun spot, great food and drinks.
Grab a bottle of wine and snacks, Also La Barbeque!!
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Quickie Pickie
2027 E Cesar Chavez StGrab a bottle of wine and snacks, Also La Barbeque!!
Part Coffee shop part bike shop 100% East Austin
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Flat Track Coffee
1619 E Cesar Chavez StPart Coffee shop part bike shop 100% East Austin
Sightseeing
In summer this is the best place to be in the city. The pool is fed by a natural spring and the water is chilly. It is clothing optional so don't be surprised if you see some topless ladies. My favorite swim in the city.
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Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton DrIn summer this is the best place to be in the city. The pool is fed by a natural spring and the water is chilly. It is clothing optional so don't be surprised if you see some topless ladies. My favorite swim in the city.
Lady Bird Lake
Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike TrailGreat hiking and running trails.
At dusk the cities bat population all take flight for their nights feeding. It is a magical site to see.
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Ibridge ye-Congress Avenue
Congress AvenueAt dusk the cities bat population all take flight for their nights feeding. It is a magical site to see.