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Where to watch the Longhorns’ season opener
Whether you’re looking for big TVs, great drink specials, family-friendly spaces, or $2 hot dogs, we’ve found a local place that is going all out for college football season.
August 28, 2025 02:33 PM
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Laura Figi
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Food
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.
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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.
Events
Last-minute ideas to celebrate Father’s Day
We’ve got dad-itude. Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 15, and we’re here to help you show love to the parents in town.
June 10, 2025
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Laura Figi
A modern restaurant interior featuring a long green terrazzo bar with round leather stools, open kitchen in the background, and a row of two-person booths with olive green cushions and white tiled walls. Warm lighting, floor-to-ceiling windows, and wood accents create an airy, inviting atmosphere.
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Take a first look at Paperboy’s new restaurant in south Austin
Paperboy South features an expansive kitchen, a covered patio with room for 65 guests, and a walk-up window for grabbing bites + bevs on the go.
June 9, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A lively outdoor gathering at a quirky, art-filled venue in Austin, Texas. The space features bright pink triangular sun shades stretched overhead and matching pink umbrellas covering metal café tables and picnic benches. People of various ages sit at the tables, chatting, eating, and enjoying the relaxed atmosphere. A small stage at the center is framed by a corrugated metal roof and decorated with a bold black-and-white abstract mural; a DJ stands behind a booth with speakers on either side. Surrounding the space are lush green plants, string lights with pink bulbs, and a misting fan creating a fine haze for cooling. A white trailer with a large QR code and thank-you message for supporting The VORTEX sits to the left, blending into the venue’s artsy, community-focused vibe.
Culture
The best weekly discounts, specials + events in Austin
Why wait until the weekend to have fun? Discover the best weeknight events in Austin and elevate your after-work plans.
June 9, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A plated dish of sliced medium-rare sirloin flap topped with blistered shishito peppers and drizzled with a rich brown sauce, served on a cream-colored plate with black trim. In the background, a square slice of bread topped with finely chopped herbs sits on a matching plate next to a glass of red wine.
Food
French-Texan bistro Le Calamar opens in Austin this week
The new restaurant from the Underdog team opens Thursday, May 29 with charcoal-cooked cuts, a pastry program, and happy hour martinis.
May 28, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A bright yellow food truck labeled "Boteco ATX" serves Brazilian street food and is parked beside some potted tropical plants. The truck has a large serving window, a visible menu, and blue branding details, including a spray paint outline of Guy Fieri's head. A black chalkboard menu leans against the truck near the front wheel.
Restaurants
Austin restaurants featured on ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’
Dig into the local restaurants that prompted the Mayor of Flavortown to make a trip to Austin and film his Food Network show.
May 16, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A bustling outdoor pool scene on a sunny day, with people of all ages lounging on colorful towels and blankets on a grassy area under the shade of tall trees. The large pool in the background is filled with swimmers enjoying the cool water. The area is lively, with groups of friends and families relaxing, chatting, and soaking up the sun. The lush greenery and the relaxed atmosphere create a perfect summer day setting.
Culture
Old + new in Austin: 16 options for 8 activities
Explore some of the Capital City’s oldest establishments alongside new additions to the business + restaurant scene.
May 15, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
Outdoor patio area at P6 in Austin, Texas featuring rocking chairs, plants, and a beautiful view of Austin's skyline.
Business
15 must-visit rooftop bars in Austin
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.
May 14, 2025
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London Gibson
A banquet hall set for an event with round tables covered in white linens, each adorned with tiered trays of food, glassware, and floral garnishes, surrounded by beige chairs and tall columns under warm lighting with purple uplighting accents.
Events
Treat mom with these eats + experiences in ATX on Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 11, and we’re ready to celebrate all the mother figures who call Austin home.
May 5, 2025
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Laura Figi
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.
April 30, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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Two hands hold up matching Alamo-branded beer cans against a lively nighttime street scene in downtown Austin. A crowd of people fills the background, with colorful neon signs from venues like the Paramount Theatre and State Theatre glowing brightly under string lights.
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