White Crane Herbal Medicine
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

Inside Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin
1902 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704

Robin C. writes: Hit and miss with the student acupuncture/healing treatments.  I've been twice and had one who was effective (acupuncture) and one that was not (touch/pressing...not a massage but something touch-related).  Great price for the service if you get a…

Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

2919 Manchaca
Suite 210
Austin, TX 78704

Rachel F. writes: I had a quarter life crisis back in October.  It's okay, really, I'm over it now.  No, I mean I'm really over it.  I know you all think I have a drinking problem, but that existed well before my crisis.

After injuring myself rather mysteriously (who…

Earth Art
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1707 S Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX 78704

Kelley R. writes: Boys: If you have a girlfriend, mom, grandma, girl you like, whatever, go buy them something beautiful from Earth Art today. Shopping here is very easy because everything they have is amazing. They have all sorts of different stones and absolutely…

Mi Casa
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1700 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704

Lee S. writes: As a resident of Michigan who travels to Oaxaca about every three years, I have to say this is a great store with extremely friendly and helpful staff.

Yes, the prices are marked up from what I pay when I visit the artist's homes and studios in Oaxaca…

Taqueria El Rey Polo
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

2000 S I H 35
Austin, TX 78704

Don P. writes: I was at Beverage World & the cool guys behind the counter were eatin' something that looked really good.  Being a yelper, I asked what it was.  And the guys told me about Taqueria El Rey Polo.  Said the food was amazing and called the cook a…

Rock of Ages Tattoo
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

2310 S Lamar Rd #105
Austin, TX 78704

Cati C. writes: One day, brunch at Eastside somehow became GROUP TATTOO PARTY at Rock of Ages.  Mimosas weren't even involved, it was strictly intoxication by egg.  Anyway, I had been tattooed here before, and had a very pleasant experience (clean, professional,…

Amy's Ice Creams
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

3100 South Congress
Sweet 3A
Austin, TX 78704

Alexandra L. writes: (Not to be confused with the location on upper South Congress, this one offers easier parking.)

One day a long time ago, a boy and a girl in love got into a fight, and they didn't talk for a couple of days.  To make up, they went for ice cream at…

Shag Salon
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

908 S 1st St
Austin, TX 78704

Alexandra L. writes: I've had the same hairdresser for the last couple of years, and I like Jessica so much, I've actually followed her as she's changed locations (she is in her third location since I first met her).

Now, I used to have short hair - in fact, it was…

Legendary Beads
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

2110 S Lamar Blvd Ste A
Austin, TX 78704

Marco F. writes: I always thought Beading involved Patchouli and white boys with dreads.  Man was I wrong.  I was introduced to the complex universe that is beads and jewelry making this last year and I was lucky to start at Legendary.  They got them fancy beads…

Yard Dog Folk Art
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1510 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704

Sarah M. writes: I went to Yard Dog because it was recommended and because I was in the neighborhood. I am one of those people who knows absolutely nothing about art, but can appreciate the craft.

Since I can't speak with the jargon of an artist donning a critical…

Vanilla Girl
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

2209 South 1st Street
Austin, TX 78704

Alexandra L. writes: If you want a custom-designed mosaic floor, fireplace, back splash, wall, birdbath, mirror, lamp, and even a lazy susan, Vanilla is your Girl.  Elise has been designing mosaics for nearly 10 years - it's her life now.  When we redesign our kitchen…

Hot Rod Web Design
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1313 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704

Nancy A. writes: the Gals @ Hot Rod Web Design are awesome at executing your ideas...They have a quick turnaround, and will not "nickle and dime" you to death. Even better, they dont charge a monthly rate, you just pay for the hosting which in my case was about $10…

Mr Natural
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

2414 S Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78704

Erika G. writes: When you are looking to eat Mexican food without the Catholic guilt of large bowls of queso, heapings of brisket, or avalanches of mole, head over to Mr. Natural. It's a vegan/vegetarian cafeteria-style restaurant with an extensive menu (although I…

Sno Beach
Neighborhood: University of Texas

34th and Guadalupe
Austin, TX 78705

lindsey r. writes: Living in Texas in the summertime makes me want to wear frozen underwear, sit in a kiddie pool in my living room, and watch early 1990s The Real World on repeat until October comes.

But then I remember Sno Beach, and life is okay again.

Every summer…

K.P.W.R.

Austin, TX 78705

Angel Q. writes: a great web-radio station which broadcasts into East Austin.
They play what ever the hell they want anytime they wish.
Heavy metal, death metal, african, rock-n-espanol, avant guarde jazz and gypsy music, heavy hip-hop with lyrical sylings of poetry,…

Tai Chi @ Ruta Maya

Austin, TX 78705

Angel Q. writes: Tai Chi (and other classes) are free (w/ a purchase) to all visitors.
Guy Forsythe & myself teach the classes and we're really good!
Imagine Tai Chi, then coffee? wow, the chi will surge you will be up for two days.

Cantanker Magazine

Austin, TX 78705

Angel Q. writes: Finally a Mag (Quarterly) which reviews and supports the thriving visual Arts scene here in Austin! Check it out.

Rainy nights

TX 78705

Angel Q. writes: pitter patter of rain falling outside my open window. no other sounds but me typing on the keypad of my computy.
I would listen to jazz, maybe sonny rollins if I had to choose.

Austin Renaissance Market on 23rd Street
Neighborhood: University of Texas

23rd Street and Guadalupe
Austin, TX 78705

Jackson R. writes: Austin has many things that are unique to our fair city.  One of them is the Austin Renaissance Market on 23rd Street, which is the only continuously operated open-air crafts market in the United States.

On any given day, you'll see a local artist…

Quix Food Store
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2805 San Jacinto
Austin, TX 78705

Alexandra L. writes: You know it's a neighborhood convenience store when it's within walking distance and you can't quite remember the name of it.  (I just remember it's next to Belding Flowers and Sao Paulo, so I hope I got the name right after some reverse address…

Enrique Ibarra
Neighborhood: University of Texas

University of Texas
Austin, TX 78705

Larry M. writes: The BEST Spanish tutor I've ever had.

He makes you work, but you'll learn muchisimo from it.

$25 an hour, less for groups. Usually goes off the text, but is open for conversational themes depending on the student (s).

Getting his PHD in linguistics,…

We Fuse
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2025 Guadalupe St
Ste 152
Austin, TX 78705

Justin B. writes: I'll echo what the other reviewers are all saying:

This place serves delicately prepared, fresh, light meals for relatively cheap. The chap working, whom I'll presume is the owner, offered to subsitute vegetable dumplings for my iced tea in the combo…

Jamba Juice
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2304 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

Yolanda G. writes: I'm totally obsessed with Jamba Juice! Nothing like a good burst of fruityness to your morning or refreshing break in your afternoon, with the millions of flavors, you can't go wrong! I've visited this UT location at least a dozen times and am always…

Tribella Realty
Neighborhood: University of Texas

210 W 38th Street
Austin, TX 78705

mark s. writes: Want to buy or sell a house? Brett Smith. Top notch. Use him.

Elephant Productions
Neighborhood: University of Texas

3404 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

Larry M. writes: When Tele-Print Express told me they didn't have the facilities to transfer my DVD to digi-beta, they called these folks who were happy to do me the favor and due to the honor the DVD was getting, didn't want to charge me anything.

Went there on the…

The UPS Store
Neighborhood: Downtown

815 Brazos St
Austin, TX 78701

Edie H. writes: UPS will come and pick up packages FROM you?  Wow!  

Using the power of the internet, I created a UPS account, weighed my packages, and printed out labels.  Then, for $4 a package, UPS picked them up from my second floor home.

The $4 might seem high,…

Frost Bank Tower
Neighborhood: Downtown

401 Congress
Austin, TX 78701

Larry M. writes: Architecturally speaking...

At this point, the most interesting part of our skyline minus the capitol building, this well recognizable city landmark is either admired or hated completely, and although the bank can be lauded for supporting All Things…

Chicken Bowl
Neighborhood: Downtown

1610 Lavaca St
Austin, TX 78701

Jill W. writes: These people picked the best location ever, I guess, because they aren't that good, but they're really busy anyway.

Despite the crowd, I have gotten my food and a table pretty quickly when I've eaten here.  The fajita chicken salad is pretty ordinary,…

Roppolo's Pizzeria
Neighborhood: Downtown

316 E 6th St
Austin, TX 78701

Bianca R. writes: I used to work at Roppolo's as well, and I think that some of the reviews left are hilarious. I know the owner, and he is an pretty good guy, and I am sure of one thing and it is,  that he is running one clean shop, and though it may be a little over…

Austin Symphony Orchestra Society
Neighborhood: Downtown

1101 Red River Street
Austin, TX 78701

Michelle C. writes: I associate liking the symphony with people with intellectual tastes.  So it feels in the nature of a confession to say that I don't generally love the symphony.  I just find sitting in an auditorium listening to symphony music a little....boring.…

International House of Pancakes
Neighborhood: Downtown

707 E Cesar Chavez St
Austin, TX 78701

Ian A. writes: IN DEFENSE OF THE DOWNTOWN IHOP ON THURSDAY, FRIDAY, AND SATURDAY NIGHTS - A TREATISE

There are the best of times, there are the worst of times. And, to most, entering this IHOP at any time on the aforementioned days past 12am is like entering some…

Austin Recreation Center
Neighborhood: Downtown

1301 Shoal Creek Blvd
Austin, TX 78701

Susie G. writes: So my mom dragged me here once to go to classes at the Austin Ballroom Dancers.For 7 bucks you get a free half hour of instruction and then they dance well into the night. No partner necessary, all kinds of ballroom dance, held in a large gymnasium.…

Taverna
Neighborhood: Downtown

258 W 2nd St
Austin, TX 78701

Lisa B. writes: File this under: "If it seems too good to be true, it probably is."

Fellow Yelpers alerted me to this spot, which served a bottomless mimosa or bellini for $5.  The first morning of our family vacation, and I'm already looking for booze.  Now this was…

Legs Diamond
Neighborhood: Downtown

202 Colorado St
Austin, TX 78701

Cyrus M. writes: They just moved from their Drag location to this 2nd Street district location... right next to DWR.

This place has some offbeat funky shoes.. as well as some cool laid-back clothing. This place caters to the retro and rock & roll variety. They have…

Asel Art Supply Inc
Neighborhood: Downtown

218 W Mlk J
Austin, TX 78701

Olivia P. writes: Mon cherie was so excited to be in proximity to his favorite art pens that I think we slammed the door open like we were sauntering into a saloon in an old Western. The loud bang that accompanied our dramatic entrance may have been the genesis of my…

Little Woodrow's
Neighborhood: Downtown

520 W 6th St
Austin, TX 78701

Colby B. writes: I think if I had to have a place, Little Woodrow's might be it.

As I sit here on this couch that I consider mine, I look around and think about all I've done in this bar.

For some reason, in the bad times, I always end up here. Is that comfort in…

Lavaca Street Deli
Neighborhood: Downtown

1403 Lavaca St.
Austin, TX 78701

Julie B. writes: Their avocado sandwich is one of the best things I have ever put in my mouth.  This place is great if you are trying to be healthy.  I always get a fruit cup and raspberry tea with my meal.  The service is great as well.  One time my whole office…

Authenticity Gallery
Neighborhood: Downtown

910 Congress Ave # 100
Austin, TX 78701

Michelle C. writes: This cute little gallery is a great place to stop in for some impromptu retail therapy or pick up an emergency gift if you're a downtown worker bee like me.  They feature a wide variety of artists, many of them local, in lots of different mediums -…

Thundercloud Subs
Neighborhood: Downtown

1608 Lavaca St
Austin, TX 78701

Lara F. writes: thundercloud, thundercloud, why i love thee thundercloud....

I heart thundercloud.  For the past few years, I have banned Subway and have always ventured to THUNDERCLOUD.  The people at this location are always smiling to us worker bees across the…