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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
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.
April 29, 2025
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Laura Figi
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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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Morgan O’Neal
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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Morgan O’Neal
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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Laura Figi
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
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Morgan O’Neal
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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.
April 15, 2025
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Laura Figi
Photos of the Pins Mechanical Co. space in Austin, TX.
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Game on: Austin’s newest hangout spot is now open
Pins Mechanical Co. is officially open in the St. Elmo District — get the scoop on this new community hub.
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People sitting at picnic tables on the dock outside Mozart's Coffee Roasters, with Lake Austin in the background.
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Your ultimate guide to outdoor dining in Austin
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Austin’s many beautiful patios.
April 14, 2025
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STAFF
A group of people lines up at a vibrant, graffiti-covered purple food truck that’s been converted from a school bus. The server leans on the counter, engaging with customers as they order. The bus features a rooftop seating area where a couple of patrons relax on lawn chairs under the trees. The truck’s design includes a large, black-and-white painted gorilla face on the front and playful curtains in the windows. The setting is shaded and urban, with surrounding trees and buildings in the background.
Food
Austin chefs vie for Lamb Jam Master title
Head to Lamb Jam 2025 on Wednesday, April 16 at east Austin’s Assembly Hall to vote for your favorite local bite.
April 8, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A vibrant brunch spread is set on a sunlit outdoor table, featuring a fresh salad with greens, beets, and grilled cheese, alongside a plate of mini waffles drizzled with caramel sauce and topped with whipped cream. Two hands hold cocktails garnished with dried citrus slices — one in a short glass with a pale yellow drink and the other in a stemmed glass with an orange-hued beverage. A green glass bottle and a matching cup add to the table’s aesthetic, while a cushioned bench with textured fabric provides a cozy background.
Food
Bunnies, egg hunts + buffets: Where to eat Easter brunch in Austin
Make your Easter Sunday egg-stra special with these local brunch specials and kid-approved activities.
April 4, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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Laura Figi
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I’ll have an espresso martini and a bottle of sunscreen on the side, please.
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Bar Hacienda is now open underneath Tiger Lilly
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