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Where to find a great mocktail in Austin
Whether you’re sober curious or fully alcohol-free, these ~30 Austin businesses serve up delicious mocktails you won’t want to miss.
January 02, 2026 02:10 PM
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London Gibson
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Get your dream omakase dinner in Austin at Sushi|Bar ATX
The rotating menu features a partnership with Terry Black’s Barbecue for a Texas fusion bite of gourmet sushi.
October 11, 2023
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Laura Figi
Nomade Cocina's scallop crudo on a plate.
Food
Gluten-free Mexican food restaurant Nômadé Cocina to open next weekend
The new restaurant from the team behind Lucky Robot will offer craft cocktails and Yucután-inspired dishes.
October 11, 2023
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50+ expert tips from ATXtoday readers
Today, we’re putting someone extremely knowledgeable in the spotlight: you.
October 2, 2023
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London Gibson
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Events
The 2023 ACL Eats menu is here, and there are a lot of firsts
This year’s festival will serve general admission cocktails for the first time, host 50 food vendors, 26 market vendors, and create an ACL Sweets area.
September 15, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Food
What to eat during Austin Restaurant Weeks
Enjoy $20-$60 meals and specials from some of Austin’s best restaurants while benefiting the Central Texas Food Bank during Austin Restaurant Weeks.
September 1, 2023
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Laura Figi
The Austin skyline, as seen from between trees lining the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail./
Events
‘Skip work like a professional’ at the Deep Eddy V.O.D.K.A. Conference
The multi-city “conference” is your ticket to playing hooky... or just having a good time.
August 22, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Culture
Welcome to Bat City: What to do in your first week in Austin
Calling college co-eds — this easy guide with places to eat, explore, and learn will help you feel like a local in your new town.
August 17, 2023
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Kate Mazade
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Food
Top 100 Places to Eat in Texas list names 21 Austin-area restaurants
Jim’s Smokehouse, Cuantos Tacos, T-Loc’s Sonora Hot Dogs, and 18 other local restaurants earned a spot on Yelp’s Top 100 Places to Eat in Texas list.
August 16, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Food
5 recently opened Austin restaurants and bars
Here are some ideas to plan for on your next night out.
August 15, 2023
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London Gibson
Three colorful cups topped with pansies sit on the outdoor table at Aba.
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Restaurant-submitted summer drink recipes
Enjoy some of your favorite sips from home with these summer drink recipes, submitted by readers and restaurants from Austin and beyond.
July 27, 2023
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Laura Figi
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There’s nothing more Texan than a good ol’ barbecue joint — so let’s explore some of Austin’s best.
June 19, 2025
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Austin’s crest and flag have been around since 1915 and still hold modern significance to this day.
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A history of James Beard winners and semifinalists in Austin
There are dozens of Austin James Beard Award winners and semifinalists from years’ past — let’s get to know them a little bit ahead of the 2024 awards.
June 17, 2025
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A cozy, eclectic lounge area with a mid-century modern vibe. In the foreground, a wooden apothecary-style cabinet holds an open coffee table book flanked by two wooden lamps with white shades, surrounded by leafy green plants. Small bowls filled with chocolate and matchbooks sit on either side. In the background, a tan leather couch is centered below a geometric textile hanging on the wall, with a round, glowing paper lantern suspended above. Large windows line the right side, letting in natural light.
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Exclusive: Peek inside Austin’s first Switchyards work club
The “neighborhood work club” begins offering memberships on Wednesday, June 18 — and they’ve been known to sell out in minutes.
June 16, 2025
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Peek inside the upcoming redesign for the Twin Oaks Shopping Center
The former site of the temporary H-E-B at South Congress Avenue will be redeveloped to include retail, office, and residential space.
June 12, 2025
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Laura Figi
A person leans over a pool table aiming a cue stick at a white ball, preparing to take a shot. The table has "SPARE BIRDIE" branding printed on the green felt. The venue features multiple pool tables, bar seating, and a high ceiling with exposed ductwork and purple ambient lighting. People are seated and mingling in the background, contributing to a lively and social atmosphere.
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