Bars - ATXtoday

A wooden table boasts a spread of breakfast dishes including sunnyside up eggs, French toast topped with fruit, granola topped with fruit, a pastry, a Bloody Mary, orange juice, and a dish featuring hard-boiled eggs, bacon, avocado, and greens.

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Laura Figi

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Outdoor patio area at P6 in Austin, Texas featuring rocking chairs, plants, and a beautiful view of Austin's skyline.

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Want dinner with a gorgeous lake view? We have that. Want a place to drink by the pool? We have that. Want to play lawn games with your dog? We have that, too.

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A vibrant collage showcasing iconic Austin, Texas experiences. At the center, a smiling woman in a floral dress and cowboy hat holds a pint of beer from "Oasis Texas Brewing Co." Surrounding her are images of local food and landmarks: a cheeseburger with crinkle fries, a bowl of ravioli, two colorful drinks on a mosaic table, the historic Paramount Theatre, and The Contemporary Austin’s “Jones Center” with multicolored windows. The background features the Austin skyline and blue sky, blending into playful patterns like leopard print and red with white stars.

Culture

10 of City Editor Morgan’s favorite places in Austin

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Two hands hold up identical yellow cocktails in short, clear, textured glasses filled with ice. The drinks are garnished with dried orange wheels on the rim and have a chili-lime spice blend coating the upper glass edges. Each cocktail contains a brown paper straw. The hand on the left has dark red painted nails and wears multiple colorful beaded bracelets in pink, turquoise, and purple tones. The hand on the right has a pale pink manicure and wears a delicate silver chain bracelet. In the background, tall green ornamental grasses line a stone-paved outdoor area. A round wooden table and woven-back patio chairs are partially visible.

Food

Sip half-priced margaritas at 12 Austin spots during Margarita May

Austin bars and restaurants are teaming up for a month-long initiative featuring 50% off specialty margaritas + treasure hunts for Marg Bucks.

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Food

Keep it in the family: Get to know Austin’s sister restaurants

No sibling rivalry here — these five restaurant families are well-known and well-loved in Austin.

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A colorful sign reading "Top Notch Charcoal Hamburgers Fried Chicken & Shrimp Dining Room Curb Service"

Business

Step into a time machine: Iconic Austin businesses by decade

Journey through local history and travel into another era by visiting these businesses, restaurants, and bars where time stands still.

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A visually striking dessert featuring a round labneh cheesecake with a caramelized top, layered over a crust coated in crushed pistachios, and topped with a scoop of deep pink sorbet. The dessert is served on a dark blue ceramic plate placed on a pink tiled surface with red grout.

Food

3 must-try Austin restaurant collaborations happening in April

Snag a seat at these one-night-only dinners, featuring dishes from top local chefs, at spots like Emmer & Rye and Ezov.

April 22, 2025

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A top-down view of a vibrant brunch spread served on wooden boards. The left board features a breaded chicken breast topped with fresh arugula and onions, accompanied by a dollop of creamy white dressing. The center board showcases an assortment of dips, including hummus, beet hummus, and a creamy spread garnished with pomegranate seeds, alongside sliced cucumbers and triangles of pita bread. The right board displays an open-faced avocado toast topped with a fried egg, sesame seeds, and greens.

Food

Take a bite: ATXtoday’s must-try dishes from local restaurants

Get our personalized recommendations for some of the best dishes in town — at least in our opinion — so you can find your new favorite plate.

April 18, 2025

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A table at Oribello's has a birria pizza, ube pancakes, and two Purple Ube-Ritas.

Food

Ube, birria + brunch: Oribello’s is Austin’s new hub for Filipino flavors

Meet the brothers behind Oribello’s, a new bar and kitchen on West 37th Street that will have you seeing purple.

April 16, 2025

Morgan O’Neal

A bottle of Desert Door sotol on the rocky ground next to a golden easter egg and a spiky plant.

Events

Try This: Adult Easter egg hunts in Austin

Who says the kids should have all the fun? Here are four Easter egg hunts where everybunny 21 and up can relive the nostalgia.

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Laura Figi

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An overhead view of a vibrant spread of Trinidad and Tobago dishes, including a central plate of goat meat in rich, brown sauce garnished with green onions. Surrounding dishes feature grilled chicken, stewed greens, mashed yams, white rice, crinkle-cut fries topped with sauce and herbs, and two types of flatbread—one plain and one stuffed. Small bowls of dipping sauces complete the presentation.

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A modern, open-concept living space with a neutral color palette, featuring a beige sofa, a black coffee table, and a dining area with a round wooden table and matching chairs. The space has textured, curved walls, large windows allowing natural light, and minimalist décor, including abstract artwork and a black pendant light above the dining table. The kitchen in the background has wooden cabinetry and stainless steel appliances.

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