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Outdoor display of thrifted clothing and goods in front of the Treasure City Thrift store in Austin, Texas.
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Happy Hauling: swap meets, co-ops, vintage, and resale shops in Austin
Here’s the deal — the resale and vintage shopping scene is stellar in the Capital City. Here are 21 markets and shops to stop by on your secondhand journey.
January 07, 2026 01:30 PM
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Laura Figi
The Tiny Grocer building, with trees behind it. The building reads "Tiny Grocer" in red lettering on off-white walls, and has a large porch cover with slats of warm wood flaring out to the side. To the right, you can see a patio with garden beds and shade coverings.
Real Estate
How these Austin architects transformed a 1960s post office into a French restaurant
We spoke with Arthur Furman and Annie-Laurie Grabiel from Side Angle Side about their approach to transforming the Hyde Park space.
January 28, 2024
Yellow building in Austin, Texas featuring Tequila 512's logo and branding.
Work
Made in Austin: 20 things created in the Capital City
From brands to bands, Austin’s business scene is truly inspired.
January 25, 2024
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Laura Figi
A graphic with cartoon candy hearts that have different gift categories written inside, like "Home Goods" and "Books."
Retail
The best Valentine’s Day gifts for 2024
Shop Valentine’s Day chocolates, couple’s games, cookware, candles, and fuzzy socks to spread the love.
January 24, 2024
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Vagney Hampshire
Rebecca Wright holds her chore coat, a green and white coat made from a vintage quilt, to her left.
Business
Have your style, and make it too, with Shop Slow
Rethink the way you shop and consume with custom-made fashion made with items you love to perfectly fit your style and body type.
January 19, 2024
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Laura Figi
Katie Kim and Sue Kim-Drohomyrecky standing side by side in a natural setting.
Food
Lifting local restaurateurs with the sisters-in-law behind Playground ATX
The culinary incubator opened on Airport Boulevard last year with a mission in mind: to build up local chefs and create a community space.
January 18, 2024
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London Gibson
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Culture
25 of our favorite interviews from 2023
We spent this year getting to know our city and its residents even better.
December 21, 2023
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London Gibson
Alejandro Hendricks wearing glasses, peering at the camera in the dark.
Culture
Artists to watch: Alejandro Hendricks turned filmmaking from a dream into a reality
Hendricks — an AfroTech alum and rising star — is a local filmmaker who specializes in creating a moment through the magic of film.
December 14, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Food
Meet the 2023 class of Austin-San Antonio Rising Stars
Industry magazine StarChefs named 16 local chefs, bartenders, sommeliers, and tastemakers from Austin on its 2023 Austin-San Antonio Rising Stars list.
November 28, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Culture
ATXtoday’s 31 days of local shopping
Follow along with us as we highlight some of the best local stores in Austin this December.
November 27, 2023
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London Gibson
A pickleball court at Other Racquet Social Club, with a sign reading the name of the business in the background.
Sports
Luxury meets pickleball at Other Racquet Social Club
We got a sneak preview of the new spot on Manor Road, which is slated to open to the public next month.
November 13, 2023
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London Gibson
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It’s a date: 35+ date ideas in Austin
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the Capital City.
June 24, 2025
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Entertainment
13 Austin speakeasies to visit
You’ll need to be pretty savvy to get into these Austin speakeasies, which range from rooftops and garages to basements and caves.
June 23, 2025
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Laura Figi
Two hands holding glasses of orange-colored craft beer, raised for a toast in an outdoor setting. The scene features a cozy beer garden with trees, string lights, picnic tables, and a mix of casual seating in the background. The ambiance is relaxed, with the evening sky transitioning from day to dusk, and people are sitting around, enjoying the space.
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Your ultimate guide to Austin breweries
Sip your way through the Capital City at these 23 local breweries.
June 20, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A display of delicate gold and silver chain bracelets, charms, and jewelry pieces arranged neatly on trays at a boutique or pop-up jewelry station. Small price tags label the items, and a person with a white sleeve is partially visible in the background behind the counter.
Business
Loveweld’s new flagship location to open on North Lamar Boulevard
The permanent jewelry bar offers 14k gold and sterling silver chains that can be customized with charms and welded onto the wearer.
June 19, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Food
Your ultimate guide to Austin barbecue
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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Morgan O’Neal
Coat of arms-style emblem featuring a red, white, and blue shield outlined in gold with a gold oil lamp in the blue section at the top. Above the shield is a winged crest with a red cross on a gold sword, and a stylized crown. Below the shield, the text “City of Austin” is written in curved, dark blue capital letters.
City
What does the City of Austin’s flag mean?
Austin’s crest and flag have been around since 1915 and still hold modern significance to this day.
June 17, 2025
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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.
June 17, 2025
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Laura Figi
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.
Business
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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Laura Figi
Modern urban streetscape featuring contemporary multi-story buildings with large glass windows and vertical wooden slats. The corner building has a ground-floor café with outdoor seating filled with people. Pedestrians, cyclists, and cars move along the tree-lined street, while clear blue skies and birds in flight complete the scene.
City
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.
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