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.

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...

A Perfect Way to Spend a Sunday Afternoon!…read more Enjoyed some craft beer and snacks with a few of my running buddies and had a great time at Hold Out Brewing. The outdoor casual setting is relaxed and inviting - truly a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Parking is also very convenient, with spaces available both in front of the brewery and in the back. As an IPA fan, I really appreciate that they offer several IPA options, along with a variety of mixed drinks for anyone who wants something different. The food is also very good for a brewery--fresh, flavorful, and a step above typical bar fare. I had the large pretzel and Masala frito pie. Overall, Hold Out Brewing is an excellent spot with great vibes, solid drinks, and tasty food. I'll definitely be back!

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

Their service is incredible. I was driving in from San Antonio and knew I was going to be late for…read moremy reservation so I texted the restaurant asking for options or later reservations and they were incredibly accommodating. Pushed my reservation an hour and we had expected to sit outside which was not ideal and when I told them them moved us inside and the restaurant was to die for. Such an elevated cool experience. The meal begins with a brioche croissant loaf and as a GF person this is wore cheating for. Flakey, airy, buttery and beautiful. Every step of the meal was an elevated experience. It's expensive! so just expect that going into the meal and enjoy. It's so worth the price.

Chic and thoughtfully designed, the restaurant had an upscale feel without being snobby, with a…read morerelaxed ambiance and a DJ spinning some tunes! Our waitress was friendly and prompt! She was on top of our drinks and removing empty places out of the way. I really liked her. The food itself is the reason for the 4 stars. Our appetizer - shrimp cocktail; while beautifully presented was pretty bland. It could definitely use more seasoning. The bread was soft, warm, flaky and buttery! Main dish, I had lamb chops with potatoes. That was pretty good, but the meat could definitely use more seasoning. My friend was very happy with her salmon and the brussels were tasty. Drinks were good too! We were celebrating my friend's birthday and the dessert that was brought out was really good! I would definitely come back here on my next trip!

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!!

Ah the smell of a well worn neighborhood tavern. This place has been in Rosedale for decades and…read morehas been a gem of a watering hole. It's off the beaten path so you aren't likely to get many tourists here. Food truck provides sustenance that you wash away with flagons of ale. Definitely a great place to sit, drink and connect with your friends.

Amazing atmosphere and experience! Emily was the sweetest server. Their $25 boards and donut bites…read moreare delicious. Perfect for catching up with friends. 10/10 service!

Went here with a friend and got lucky with their board and bottle deal!…read more We got an assorted bruschetta board that ended up being to die for! Such a creative mix of ingredients and flavors too, definitely a very modern take on Italian classics which I appreciated. We got a bottle of viso red wine to share and it was so good we ordered a second bottle lol. For such a cheap price (I think in total everything was like $30) I was super impressed with how good and filling it was! Also the vibes in here are great and the service was also perfection. Chic and modern, but still colorful and young. Coming back for sure.

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.

Visited during New Years Day to watch the IU game and had a blast!…read more Veggie burger and fries portion were large and satisfying. Highly suggest getting the cornbread as an appetizer, it didn't disappoint! The margarita was top notch. I don't usually finish my drinks, but this one I did! Service was kind and checked in on us periodically. Don't forget to check out the bowling! Suggest coming on days they are running specials.

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.