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 $$$

What a wonderful Mother's Day brunch. First time here and was NOT disappointed. If you have any…read morefood allergies, they will cater to you. Vegan? No worries!! The atmosphere is very chill yet a bit upscale. Not a cut off jeans and tank top place for sure. The staff that waited on us was super friendly and on top of everything. Refill on drinks, no worry they were right there! The portion sizes are large but not overly huge. Which made for a nice take home meal later on in the day. Nestled up to a running creek, a constant breeze blew thru and just made everything perfect! Looking forward to my next trip!

I'm way overdue this review and refuse to not update the world on the grossness this location…read moreneeds a deep clean and possible upgrade. A group of us went in for cocktails only and were seated at a booth. Now, I am a germaphobe and have a tendency to look up/down and all the way around when at a restaurant. One glass in and I so happened to look over my spouse's shoulder and see the nastiest spider webs directly next to them. I mean if they would have sneezed or sat back it would have been no bueno. Needless to say we moved ourselves to another table and were too grossed out to remain for anything additional. Yes, spider webs can appear and an establishment not be considered gross but this wasn't that kind of web. This was a your servers:cleaners don't t actually clean, web - nope won't be back.

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...

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.

Good selection of frozens and bar food. We tried all of their frozens and the guava-Rita really hit…read morethe spot, perfect for a hot day. They have a new special going on Sundays, 1/2 off frozens. Indoor and outdoor space, including a spacious upstairs area. Just across the outdoor space, there's another cool place better half which also serves food and drinks.

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

When we were in Las Vegas, a couple of my friends and I considered going to The Guest House, but…read moreultimately opted out because of the distance from our hotel. When we learned that the same restaurant was in Austin, TX, we decided to try it. Based on Yelp advice, Happy Hour was the way to go. The menu items were generously sized. We arrived at this dimly lit, sultry restaurant that had speak easy vibes. The stylish chandeliers and soothing colors adds to the ambience. The restaurant is quiet spacious with private dining areas. In addition, the DJ spins tunes from 7 PM during the week and 6 PM during the weekends. The music was quite engaging without being too overpowering. Now for the food and drinks...we ordered an assortment of food items...Cesar salad, hamburger, truffle fries, Thai fries, Brussel sprouts salad, salmon and tuna cones, street corn and chicken wings. The standouts included the Cesar Salad (with soft flavorful crouton pieces), hamburger (Juicy and thick), truffle fries and Brussel Sprout salad (very large size). We also had prosecco and a martini...chef's kiss to the mixologist. We were all pleased with our dining experience.

The Guest House was such a great spot for a birthday dinner! Our server, Robbie, made the…read moreexperience even better--he was incredibly kind, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. The food was phenomenal. We ordered the lamb, salmon, baby broccolini, and truffle fries, and every single dish was a 10/10. I also had the theatrical mushroom cocktail for my birthday, and it was absolutely worth it. The aromatic fog smelled incredible, and the drink itself tasted like a refreshing cucumber-jalapeño cocktail. My only downside was how close the tables are together. It can feel like you're part of the conversation at the next table, and I'm sure they can hear yours too. Aside from that, the food, drinks, and service made for an amazing dining experience. I'd definitely come back!

I loved it! It reminded me of a lot of the pubs that I went to while in Germany. We were looking…read morefor a place with great beer and a nice outdoor space and this was perfect. The beer selection was impressive and we really enjoyed our selections. We ordered food from the food truck and it was so good! I ordered the wings and they didn't have them left in stock so the chef offered me the chicken sandwich and a side to even out the cost and we got the fried cheese curds. This was an absolute win because I would go back solely for the fried cheese curds.

Wide selection of beer. They have good cheese curds which is what's important. The Danish hot dog…read morewas not bad. Overall the food value was pretty fair. Dark beer is served all year long. There is a lot of covered outdoor seating and street parking it's available around the corner.

Came in for a reservation at 8:30 was easily seated at a spacious table and greeted by two super…read moresweet servers. Wasn't sure what bottle to order, but they were super helpful and gave me some samples before making a decision. I don't remember the name of the wine, but it was perfect and paired very well with the food that we ordered. We got the bruschetta board, a bottle of wine, California panini, and Brussels sprout salad The board took a a while to come out, but our servers let us know that it was a popular item which makes a lot of sense. I love the spread and variety of the boards. Bonus points for cutting them in slices. The brussels sprout salad was light and flavorful. The California Panini served with a side salad was satisfying. Overall, a lovely experience!!

Oh my! This was so good…read more Met here with an out of town friends and they loved it too! I ordered the (4) bruschetta board. Smoked salmon, fig, anchovy, and tomato (can't remember that one's name). I requested the gluten free version which I was thankful they had. I'd love to see them offer some versions with non cows dairy such as some sheep cheese like feta. My fave ones were the smoked salmon and the fig. It was so beautiful inside and outside. We chose to eat inside but took pictures on the patio. Servers were attentive. This place even gives a discount to the parking garage attached to the building. You do have to scan the QR code in the garage when you arrive to pay for parking. (I didn't know that until an hour into my dining and my friend mentioned paying for parking so I had to run out to my car!) Looks like they change the flavors of the boards so it would be great to come back and try different flavors. There were some dessert items I saw online that weren't available on the in restaurant menu that would have been nice to try. They also have a wine club if you're into that. Near downtown so you can enjoy the city before or after your meal. My friends said their cocktails were delish.

Had a really fun Sunday Funday at Bull & Bowl. The food was incredible, and the crispy chicken…read moreBenedict is a must-try. Everything came out surprisingly fast, which was a nice bonus. We did have a little service hiccup when our server left us waiting for quite a while. I also understand that things happen and sometimes a busy restaurant gets hectic, so I don't want to judge the entire experience based on that. What impressed me was how Khloe, the manager, stepped in and handled it. She was incredibly helpful and made sure we were taken care of, which really changed the experience for the better. The atmosphere is a lot of fun. Good music, sports playing on the TVs, bottomless mimosas, and games for anyone who wants to make a day of it. There's something for pretty much everyone in the group. Next time I'll definitely be trying some of the games. Between the food, drinks, music, sports, and overall vibe, this is pretty much the definition of a Sunday Funday spot. I'll definitely be back!

I'd give this place a 3.5/5 stars…read more I came here for my boyfriend's birthday brunch with his family on Father's Day. Surprisingly, the restaurant wasn't very busy, so we were expecting a smooth experience. We ordered the bottomless mimosas, the chili crispy chicken eggs Benedict, and the chicken and waffles. The standout dish was definitely the chili crispy chicken eggs Benedict. It was flavorful, very filling, and easily my favorite thing I ordered. I would order it again if ever come back. The bottomless mimosas came pre-made in a pitcher, which was convenient, but they tasted more like juice than champagne. If you're expecting a traditional mimosa, you may be disappointed. Unfortunately, the chicken and waffles were our least favorite dish. The chicken batter was very thick, little to no seasonings and had a yeasty flavor, and the waffles were much sweeter and cakey than expected. The flavors didn't balance well, and my boyfriend wasn't able to finish even a third of his meal. Service started off well and our waitress was friendly, but as brunch went on we found ourselves having to flag her down multiple times for refills and assistance. Since the restaurant wasn't particularly busy, this was surprising. The biggest downside was the value. For the prices being charged, we expected a higher quality dining experience. While the eggs Benedict were decent, the rest of the food and service didn't quite justify the cost. The ambiance was also lacking. For a brunch spot, especially one we chose for a birthday celebration, the atmosphere felt pretty flat and didn't add much to the overall experience. Overall, there were some highlights, especially the eggs Benedict, but there were enough misses that we left feeling the experience was average rather than memorable for a birthday celebration.

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.

The food was not to my liking. When I saw southern I thought soul food. I had the Heritage grilled…read morepork chops and braised greens,okra and cherry tomatoes, biscuits and sweet tea. The greens were very tender pork chops were a little tough but i got them medium well they usually cook medium,okra was hard,biscuits were delicious sweet tea not sweet. The cocktails were great. The service was good and the ambiance was nice.

We celebrated our 30th anniversary at Fixe and couldn't have chosen better. The Southern comfort…read morefood was outstanding across the board: crispy fried chicken, flavorful deviled eggs, warm fluffy biscuits, smoky barbecue beans, and a hearty vegetarian bowl. Even the tea was perfect--nothing disappointed. The ambience is charming and elegant yet relaxed, making it ideal for a special occasion. Service was phenomenal, with our server Ashlyn being attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm all evening. Highly recommend Fixe for elevated Southern dining in Austin!