Do you remember being a child and hearing the jingle, jingle, jingle of the ice cream truck coming…read morethrough your neighborhood. You ran after the ice cream truck with your coins in hand to pay to get a snow cone (my favorite flavor was the strawberry flavoring), popsicle (the orange dream popsicle was a total dream and the push up orange popsicle was even better), ice cream sandwich or something cold to eat. A bonus would be get a a red, white and blue bullet popsicle and turn your tongue multi-colors. Those were days! As a child, if you heard the faint ringing of the ice cream truck when they were exiting the neighborhood, you ran like Gabby Thomas does today to purchase your sweet treat. I remember that so vividly...such fond memories. Odd Pop is the equivalent of the ice cream truck except they drive straight to your business or event (weddings, gender reveals, birthday parties, and anniversaries). Today, my hubby and I had the pleasure of having three popsicles (lemon Thai basil, strawberry mango and Elderflower Lime) and they were all delicious and so soothing to eat. We really enjoyed that they were fruit based and not eye squinting sweet. Today we had 95 degree weather that feels 150 degrees. It is no doubt that Odd Pop will be doing big business in the Austin area.

From the owner: Taste adventure on every corner! Explore diverse culinary Popsicles bursting with unique flavors…read morelike you've never had before.

What can I say? Affordable prices. Knowledgeable sales person that welcomes any question about…read morecare. Easy to shop their solid inventory. Would suggest to anyone. I've been back twice in as many days. Citronella, flowering plants, herbs? Banana plant. Excited to have this quality of plants available and to support a local spot that cares.

As someone new to Austin, I was completely lost when it came to landscaping--until I found Urban…read moreGardens. I called over 20 places and their services and prices were unmatched. From the very beginning, they handled everything I needed with urgency, care, and a level of professionalism that's hard to come by. What truly set them apart was how they took the time to educate me throughout the process, never trying to upsell, only offering thoughtful, honest guidance. Every single person I interacted with was warm, personable, and genuinely helpful. Their team is incredibly efficient and clearly dedicated to delivering nothing short of premium service. Customer service is a top priority for me, and Urban Gardens absolutely delivered--10/10 across the board. I can't recommend them highly enough!

Mr. Pickles Candy Store is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with the…read moresweetest smell and the friendliest staff. They go above and beyond to help, whether it's recommending a new favorite treat, finding something special for a gift, or just making you feel welcome--not to mention Mr. Pickles himself and Zeus

From the owner: Ever since I first saw the original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, I knew I wanted to start…read morea candy business. After 25 years working for nonprofits, I also realize how important it is to give back to the community. Named after my sweet pug, Mr. Pickles, I am excited to share my love of candy and animals with you! Every treat gives back - with 10% of our profits benefitting animal charities.

I really can't explain how DEAR a place like Dear Dry Drinkery is to our community. With everything…read morefrom craft mocktails, adaptogenic bevvys, N/A beer, and even bubbles, there is something for everyone. I love that Grace & Joe are inclusive with their selection of drinks to ensure there's drinks for any age, any background, any history or relationship with drinking, whatever, they have a welcoming presence, a beautiful location at one of the best food truck parks in Austin, and honestly, they just make my day. Sometimes, I drive past their spot just to say hello and sip on something delicious that Grace is brilliantly concocting and just enjoy the joy and community this business has brought to Austin. I love this place. Side note, Dear is a super great place to bring friends who are sober for ANY reason or those who just LIKE GOOD PEOPLE AND GOOD DRINKS :) I have brought all recent visitors of mine to try Dear and it's always a hit. So grateful this place exists.

Great drinks, mission and even better people. Grace and Joe are people you come across and say,…read more"Wow, I want to be friends with them!" Reclaiming clarity is their mission and we could all partake in that a little more. Oh and look at that branding!!

We found this place due to looking for independent bookstores when we travel. This one is tucked…read moreaway in a nice little spot. Parking is pretty good. It is not super big but it makes great use of the space it has tons of pre loved books, stickers, various gifts, oracle and Tarot cards, witches candles and so much more. SHANA SAYS: Super cute atmosphere, fun organizing of the books like pre loved, and lots of cute gift items. Plus a cat with its own hours! Kathy was super friendly and helpful. Made the whole experience better and is a genuine person. They do have a game room and a snack bar with free water as well as a keuring and snacks for sale. The bathroom is for everyone and they are very welcoming. Of course as an independent bookstore they have a wide variety of titles with some new books thrown in. They do mystery sells and bundles where you get a vague description of a book that is covered up and you take a chance. It should go without saying but as you are supporting local businesses the prices are a little higher the HPB or Amazon but it means more here and you should buy local when you can. I highly recommend this place. They even have a section where if you spend $50 you get to choose a free gift from books to sunglasses to other items. Go in, say hi to Kathy and The Cat!

What a wonderfully weird place! I was looking for a local bookstore that was close to my hotel and…read morewould let me explore a little. The Book Burrow did the trick! I will start with the "downsides" (as few as they are). This place is pretty small. Like smaller than I thought. Because of this, its not the greatest place for browsing. They had some "witch" stuff which was interesting, but I was looking for a book. Also, most of the books are used which isn't terrible, but not exactly clear. As for the positives, this place is a true small business so you really get the personal touch when it comes to service. I also picked this place because it did a "blind book" service where they will pick out a book or two for you based on your description. A bunch of bookstores do this, but the Book Burrow understood the assignment exactly. They got me THREE books and all of them were PERFECT. I was surprised how they found my vibe and found me unique books! They also wrapped it in a beautiful paper and addressed it to me! It was like a little birthday gift to myself! As you can tell, I was very floored by the selections. This is the small business of small businesses so I am so HAPPY that I was able to stop by! While the place is small and their selection is in flux, I really appreciated the personal touch from the staff at The Book Burrow.

I loved everything in the store. Seriously. The raw amethyst candle holders, every single pair of…read moresunglasses, the Japanese toys, the clothes--it's all so good. AND, the artwork on display was magical. Check it out! I really hope that Gomi makes this more than a pop-up and expands his store in a fully-fledged permanent thing.

Mozart's Cafe was such a pleasant surprise. I stopped by on a Tuesday night because I wanted a hot…read morecup of coffee after dinner, and I was so happy to find a place open until midnight when most other coffee shops were already closed. That alone made it a great find, but what made the experience even better was discovering that they also had live entertainment on Tuesday night until 11. It turned a simple coffee stop into a really enjoyable evening. I ordered a coffee and a brownie, and while the total was a little on the expensive side, around $15 or $16, it felt completely worth it to me. The quality was there, and everything felt a bit more gourmet than your average coffee shop stop. The brownie was delicious, the coffee was exactly what I wanted, and the overall atmosphere made the price feel justified. Between the free entertainment, the beautiful decor, and the location, it felt like much more than just paying for coffee and dessert. One of the best parts of the experience was the setting. Being right on the water made it especially beautiful at night. You can enjoy your drink, take a walk, look at the lights, and just soak in the scenery. It was the perfect place to unwind after a heavy meal and a long workday. Since I was only in Austin for work and do not live in the area, I was really glad I found somewhere that felt special and relaxing instead of just functional. The staff was also very friendly, which added a lot to the experience. Good service always makes a difference, and here it made the place feel even more welcoming. Overall, I definitely recommend Mozart's Cafe if you are looking for a late-night coffee spot with charm, scenery, and a unique atmosphere. I would absolutely go back again.

Have you ever eaten something and it was so delicious you kept craving that item? Well, that…read morehappened to me today. I went by Mozart coffee roasters not for coffee but for a sausage taco. I love that their tacos are so meaty, flavorful and so enjoyable to eat. In retrospect, I should've bought two instead of one, however, I did not want to overdose on tacos today. Just like a number of businesses, Mozart's coffee roasters are featuring Easter related items. They have the cutest little sugar cookies with a Easter theme. My server was friendly and quick. So, was in and out in lightning speed.