I always enjoy dropping by a RBG. They have a lot of interesting and unique products, one of my…read morefavorites are the refrigerated chocolate truffle bars (there's a lavender one that is soooo very pleasant!). I've seen some of the items they sell here at Trader Joe's for eg but they have a lot of otherwise unique stuff. They do sell premade stuff as well, I saw someone sampling something at the counter. This isn't a big place and because it's more upscale things ARE more expensive here, I'd never do routine grocery shopping here. But if you're passing by, you can reliably find a native Austin beer, quick meal, unique snack, etc.

I have to give 5 stars because even though there is one employee that treats me with a cruel…read moredemeanor, the rest of the staff at this location is absolutely amazing. The store is always clean, neatly stocked, and the food and drinks they serve are top notch! Definitely worth the $$$

The Grove Wine Bar & Grill is one of those places that always feels just right. I especially love…read morethe outdoor deck--at every location, their patio seating somehow feels like you've slipped away on holiday. It's relaxed, beautiful, and effortlessly inviting. The food is exceptional. I'm completely obsessed with their pizza and pasta, but honestly, I've never had a dish I didn't love. Their kitchen is constantly playing with flavors in a thoughtful, elevated way, pairing everything beautifully with their well-curated wines. Every visit feels intentional, indulgent, and deeply satisfying. Unpretentious yet refined, The Grove is the kind of place you return to again and again--knowing it will always deliver.

I personally didn't like the food options here and the food I did get was okay. Nothing special…read moreabout this place

What Five Stars? because this place is exactly the kind of dive bar that makes Austin weird in the…read morebest possible way. Dirty Bill's is gloriously unapologetic. You walk in and immediately know you are not in some polished Instagram cocktail lounge. It is loud, a little gritty, and full of people who are clearly there to have a good time and not pretend otherwise. The beer is cold, the Lone Star flows like Texas water, and the vibe is pure old school Austin. And yes, the legendary bathroom situation deserves its own paragraph. The men's room features a giant ice filled trough for a urinal, which feels like something out of a 1970s roadside saloon documentary. Somehow it is both ridiculous and perfectly on brand. It actually becomes a conversation starter because you walk out laughing and immediately tell your friends they have to see it and go pee. The crowd was friendly, the bartenders were quick with the beers, and nobody was taking themselves too seriously. I ended up staying longer than planned, drinking Lone Stars and talking to random people like we had known each other for years. If you want craft cocktails served with a rosemary sprig this is not your place. If you want a hilarious, slightly chaotic, authentically divey night in Austin with cheap beer and great stories, Dirty Bill's absolutely delivers. Five stars and I would go back in a heartbeat.

Dirty Bill's (gotta love the name) is literally right next door to J. Carvers where we had dinner…read more Dirty Bill's was on and popping!!! We were drawn in by the music. They were spinning some popular tunes. The place was packed with a very fun crowd. It appears to be a bar you come to have drinks and chat. There was a small area where dancing could take place, but no one was dancing at the time. The staff including the general manager was super friendly. It felt like a wedding reception as you came into the club where you were greeted...very warm and welcoming. We had a drink and stayed a short while. It looked like a place you could come for a girls or guys night out or celebrating a fun occasion. Will definitely consider Dirty Bill's for a future fun evening...

Next to Better Half, while this place is immaculate in every aspect there's only shortcoming: the…read morefloor of the restrooms! The decorative design of the restroom walls look cool. All that good feeling go away as you look upon the floor / ground of the restroom area. As you look down it looks unhealthy and non-aesthetic. The venue is spacious, has hard-core brewing of good beer. Has WiFi (details below), env. friendly (has recycle bins) SSID: "Hold Out Guest" password: burgerbeer

Hold Out comes to you from the fellas behind Better Half and Little Brother. They really seem to…read moreknock it out of the park with their different venues. Dig this brewery and their pours. They have a really extensive beer menu with delicious choices. Some of the best craft beer I've had. Great space with two levels. The interior lower level isn't large but can hold a decent amount of people. Lots of outdoor seating covered and uncovered. They also have an upstairs bar which is really chill. Like most breweries, there were kids and dogs everywhere. Service is efficient, friendly, and fast.

Went back there again for happy hour and as always, I did not disappoint. Everything from the…read moreservice the food and the ambulance was absolutely top-notch. Ordered my favorites again and loved every single bite. Do not skip the spicy tuna and salmon cones, along with the spicy rigatoni and the little Caesar salad. I hadn't tried the beef salad and the chicken nuggets before, but they were both absolutely amazing as well. As always, our cocktails do not fail to disappoint either. Such an amazing time here 10 out of 10 highly recommend their happy hour.

TLDR: Wonderful food, decent cocktails, not too intimate and kind of loud. Dress code isn't…read moreenforced so it's an odd mixture of upscale clients and wanna be kids somehow spending their whole paycheck on dinner. Me and the wife went tonight for my birthday and I would absolutely recommend The Guest House! The ambiance is friendly, energetic and the service was impeccable. Our waitress and sommelier were genuine and extremely attentive but never overstayed their welcome. Cocktails were on par with downtown ATX but don't expect a heavy pour. Food is excellent and could easily contend with Odd Duck and Jeffrey's. This restaurant is modern, inventive and... different. A DJ in the restaurant creates a fun and "young" vibe for folks just starting to branch out into fine dining (IMO). Let it be known you can easily spend a fair amount but it's worth the visit. Here are my issues: The dress code is not enforced, seating arrangement isn't intimate, and it doesn't feel exclusive. I understand TGH is trying to put themselves on the map and I respect that. However, patrons can very easily drop $1K on dinner, and while the caliber of the staff matches the asking price, there appears to be no standard for the clientele as T-shirt wearers are accepted at the same level as black tie. Maybe that's just Austin and maybe that's acceptable for TGH. As the restaurant matures and further hones their craft, I would hope the standards increase. I've spent far less money for far better food and equivalent service while adhering to restaurant decorum. To TGH - Commanders Palace you are not. Keep up the good work but I expect a more intimate and professional dining experience for your asking price.

Come for the beer not the food. Fantastic selection of beer and super friendly bartenders…read more But this review is about their food truck that's run by Little House Kitchen (according to their online ordering platform). And BTW you can only order online with a qr code (this is always a bad customer experience imo). And just like this, the customer service isn't up to part. The fish is fantastic with a crispy hand batter. The fries were the absolute worst. Not crispy and tasted like I took some non name brand fries and threw them in an air fryer. And for $13 I expect more than 4 oz of fish. Sure there were plentiful fries but when they're that bad we both wasted money. But coming back to the service, with 3 empty bottles of malt vinegar and an empty ketchup dispenser and one guy working, of course I'm going to rate the service as bad. But let's face it, we come for the BEER!!

Cool place! They started decorating for Halloween. Seems like a local spot. If the weather is…read morepermitting sit outside! 8/10 Beers

Postino has one of my favorite happy hours in town! They have $6 glasses of wine and half off…read morebottles EVERY day (yes, that means weekends) until 5p. It doesn't get better than that. I recently came with two friends and we ended up splitting a bottle of their sauvignon blanc which was truly perfection on a warm day. We also tried their fondue and obviously snagged a bruschetta board. We opted to the brie apple fig, warm artichoke, pepper jam goat cheese, and a prosciutto for our omnivore friend. I loved all the ones that I tried but the pepper jam & artichoke definitely stand out as my favorites. I'm obsessed with the whole concept and feel like its the perfect snack to pair with wine. I've heard that they do $25 bottles & board combos after 8p on Monday & Tuesday nights which I can't wait to try!

I recently moved nearby and have frequented Postino multiple times already…read more Wait staff is friendly and has great recommendations, both the patio team and inside. I love the fun decor: keychain wall inside, patio on South Lamar outside, both provide lots of entertainment. Everything I've tried so far is delicious- I am partial to the hummus board and the skewers! Can't go wrong with the bruschetta flights, though, and the happy hour prices rock.

The corporate group sponsoring the conference I was attending rented out this entire venue, and boy…read moreoh boy did we have fun! As one of the first people through the door, I was able to quickly snap a bunch of pics before the crowd arrived en masse, after which I was too busy playing around to take any more... And yes, I did try bull riding, but no, I will not be sharing any photographic evidence of such! :D Open bar but I stuck with the Cherry Ginger Slinky (Seedlip Spice 94, ginger beer, lemon juice, and black cherry puree) all night--the mocktail as-is when I felt like being a kid again and a spiked version when I felt like being a *naughty* kid again. ;)

A work event landed us at Bull & Bowl for a team outing and dinner and from start to finish we had…read morean incredible time. From the vibes, to the food, and the fun, Bull & Bowl delivered on every level. Located on West 6th, Bull & Bowl doesn't have a dedicated or private parking lot. There is street parking all around as well as paid parking lots near by as well. We made our way up to the second level and were immediately greeted by the staff. We were taken past the bar and mechanical bull to our tables. Service was great! They were patient and knowledgeable with the menu/offerings, and made sure everyone was well taken care of. Drinks were great, an expansive menu with specialty cocktail offerings as well as a full bar, side note they do not have draft here. So far as dinner, their menu is rather diverse and we ordered quite the spread. Food came out fast, accurate, and hot. I opted for their Buttermilk Caesar Salad and loved it. Although we only went for the Mechanical Bull and had a blast, they do offer arcade games, duckpin bowling, karaoke rooms, and more. I say that to highlight the energy here was high and there were a number of groups/parties enjoying at Bull & Bowl has to offer and it was LOUD in there. Not a complaint, just something to keep in mind depending on the kind of evening you're looking to have. Everyone left the evening full and with a smile on their face, and Bull & Bowl will absolutely be on our list when looking to host future team outings. Thanks for the great time.

THE BIG: Wine store located in the heart of downtown Austin. Perfectly positioned in West 6th with…read morea private lot available for parking. THE BLACK AND WHITE: When walking into the store, it feels like you've stepped into a fridge. What's funnier is that there is a fridge inside the store that's even colder! They have a bunch of great wines for sale and they constantly have a discount bin with some great finds. Staff is very friendly and is always trying to be a helping hand when you're finding your wine. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Highly recommend checking if you're a wine person. Tons of wines to look at, admire, and purchase to celebrate.

A fantastic selection of wines from all different wine regions - Napa, Italy, France, Spain, they…read moreeven have a few Texas wines! You can also find a fair amount of sherry, port and liquor. They keep the store chilled and most wines are stored horizontally. That's when you know they take good care of the wine. I love coming on Saturdays for free wine tastings from 12-3pm. Each week they feature a new winery, region, or producer. The staff is very nice, knowledgeable and willing to help while you shop! There's a mini parking lot next to the store or you can opt to park on the street.

This is my go-to place for cinnamom rolls and biscuits. It is right in the middle of everything so…read moreyou can walk off all the calories afterwards. The place is cozy and inviting. Our waiter, Jonathan B, was amazing. He told us about the daily happy hour which will have to come back and check out. He was so nice and checked on us regularly. The cinnamon roll was so good! It's big enough to share and the center is still ooey-gooey deliciousness. There is a perfect balance of icing so it doesn't overpower the roll itself. The Standard biscuit is delicious. The biscuit is soft and great proportions between all the substances. The is a great choice for breakfast/brunch!

The biscuits. THE BISCUITSSS!!! Probably my favorite thing we ordered haha. So warm and fluffy!…read more Halibut in the bisque was delicious. Everyone at my table enjoyed their meals here. Sorta dim, intimate setting while remaining quirky. The interior felt just as posh and upscale as the food. Service was great. Fast, friendly, and efficient.