Betsy's Bar
Neighborhood: Downtown

301 W Sixth St
Austin, TX 78799

Jefe R. writes: Holy crap this place is cool!  I love the Atari, I love the makeover (thank God it ain't Oslo anymore) and I love the folks who run the joint.  Too much personality and too much fun in this joint, great place to drink cheap beer and high end…

Tears Of Joy Hot Sauce Shop
Neighborhood: Downtown

618 East 6th St
Austin, TX 78799

Cindylooo o. writes: Original post remains below, but I'm giving them back one star since they issued the credit.  The guy was very apologetic on the phone, so I guess he brought out the nice gene in me.
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Great store, great concept...bad…

First Chinese Barbecue

10901 N Lamar Blvd
Ste 401
Austin, TX 78753

Mr Doctor X. writes: There's a Chinatown in Austin.... What!?!?  Did I miss a meeting??

Dudes... I always knew that civilization north of, say, Lamar and 183 was theoretically possible, but I just assumed it would be more along the lines of:

--Full out Mad Max style…

Yaghi's New York Pizzeria

4220 W William Cannon
Austin, TX 78799

Kevin N. writes: I'm not sure how to feel about this exactly, but as good as my recent pizza from Yaghi's was (and it's important to note that I don't tend to crave pizza...I'll eat it, but don't crave it.  There it is - )...anyhoo, as good as my recent Yaghi's pie…

Sushi Niichi
Neighborhood: University of Texas

705-B W. 24th St
Austin, TX 78798

Michelle C. writes: Either I was here on a good day, or Ashley B. needs to take me to Japan, because I thought this was pretty decent.

It's not Musashino or Mikado quality, but it's far superior to pretty much every other sushi place near downtown that's open for lunch…

Potbelly Sandwich Works
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2316 Guadalupe
Austin, TX 78798

Michelle C. writes: It may not be fair of me to review Potbelly since I've never eaten there, but I've gotta give them love because they are the ONLY place in Texas that sells my beloved diet Cricket Cola.  Cricket is a green tea cola that tastes terrific, is healthier…

Forbidden Fruit
Neighborhood: Downtown

512 Neches St
Austin, TX 78798

Don R. writes: Great place, impossible to park near most of the day, but a really cool and funny erotic boutique.  The location on North Loop actually offers classes on various topics, never been able to get my wife to go though.

I went there to find gag gifts to…

The Parlor

4301 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78799

Olivia P. writes: I second many other reviewers in saying that the pizza at The Parlor is just okay - they have vegan cheese, which is rad when you're traversing Austin with those anti-milk, but yeah, overall the whole pizza experience is pretty lackluster, even if…

Texas Thrift Store

5319 N I H 35
Austin, TX 78799

Clarisa R. writes: Get the craziest, cheapest stuff here without having to dig too hard. I haven't been a while, despite it's ideal location right of of I-35, but I'm a little scared I'll go in and find all this stuff for my apartment that I want but don't really need.…

Emergency Animal Hospital of Northwest Austin

Highway 183
12034 Research Blvd, Ste 8
Austin, TX 78759

Masta B. writes: When my sick-as-hell puppy was fading fast, I didn't know what to do and called the nearest animal hospital, put on some pants, and grabbed my Rusty and sped over like a bat out of hell. He'd been losing a lot of weight and was having trouble…

Texadelphia
Neighborhood: Great Hills

9828 Great Hills Trl Ste 140
Austin, TX 78759

Cody R. writes: I know this place is a chain, but since I just moved to Texas its a new restaurant to me. So far, this is the best sandwich I have had in Austin. Not that there aren't better sandwich places, but being here only 3 months I haven't experienced too…

Chuy's

11680 Research Blvd
Austin, TX 78759

John E. writes: I hate getting here and getting seated, but once that is over I don't want to leave anytime soon.  

Somehow I miss the exit EVERY time and have to go up North a ways and turn around.  My bad, not theirs, but annoying.  Once on site, there is usually a…

Eddie V's
Neighborhood: Great Hills

9400 Arboretum Blvd
Ste B
Austin, TX 78759

Justin B. writes: My friend had his mom and cousin in from the "old country", and on their first night, he took them and a few friends out to eat here.

Viva la friend with deep pockets!

I was actually feeling sick that night, so with my eyes watery, vision blurry, ears…

Bicycle Sport Shop
Neighborhood: Northwest Austin

10947 Research Blvd
Austin, TX 78759

Cody R. writes: When I took my bike into this place on a busy Saturday I expected to have to leave it with them to pick up later. To my surprise I was met with "can you wait 15 minutes"? Pretty amazing for Saturday bike service. Unfortunately I paid for that…

Carrabba's Italian Grill

11590 Research Blvd
Austin, TX 78759

Steve M. writes: I've been back to this eatery many many times since they first opened.  They do everything right.  Even when service is slightly off, or the wait's a little long, they still seem to get it right in the end.  From the dynamite homemade bread and…

Hwa Yuan Chinese Restaurant
Neighborhood: Northwest Austin, Great Hills

11150 Research Blvd
Ste 201
Austin, TX 78759

Sarah R. writes: I've never had anything but the buffet here, so I thought I'd weigh in. I like their dumplings (which there are never enough of so I'm always waiting for a new batch) and their lo mein. Everything else is pretty average. Half of the buffet is normal…

Johnson Neal D MD

11651 Jollyville Rd Ste 100
Austin, TX 78759

Andrea R. writes: I've been going to Dr. Johnson off and on for 15 yrs (due to insurance changes) and I haven't found a better doctor.  He takes the time to listen and really wants to work with you to fix whatever ailment you may have.  If you are looking for a doc to…

Wiki Wiki Teriyaki
Neighborhood: Great Hills

10000 Research Blvd Ste 139
Austin, TX 78759

Tara M. writes: This is my favorite place in the Arboretum area for a fast lunch and the 5 stars are based on that. The food is very fresh and tasty but I would not consider this place a 5 star dining destination.

5 reasons why they get the coveted 5 stars:

#1 The…

Manuel's At Great Hills
Neighborhood: Great Hills

10201 Jollyville Rd
Austin, TX 78759

Tara M. writes: I used to eat here a lot when I lived closer. Now I stop by occasionally to meet friends or family for Brunch or Happy Hour.

The Brunch is very inexpensive for an upscale Mexican food place. And I do consider it more interior Mexican than Tex-Mex.

The…

Mirabelle

8127 Mesa Dr
Ste A100
Austin, TX 78759

Christine A. writes: Mirabelle's is a welcome respite in the northwest hills neighborhood that is filled with too many burger and pizza joints. I come here for birthday lunches, dinner with the mister, family gatherings and girl's lunch out. You know how yelpers write,…

Arbor Car Wash & Lube Center
Neighborhood: Great Hills

10401 Jollyville Rd
Austin, TX 78759

Quani C. writes: These guys are quick.  And when I say quick, I mean that by the time I thought my oil change should have been completed, my car was WASHED and hand dried in addition to the oil change!  I was about to embark on a 300mi drive to visit my family, so I…

Asahi Imports
Neighborhood: Allandale

6105 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78757

Kimberly K. writes: Daughter Dearest thinks the sun rises and sets here so much so that I do believe her eyes are starting to change shape.  She is, quite frankly, effing OBSESSED with all things Japanese and this is the only exclusively Japanese store in all of Austin.…

Avant Salon Spa

9901 N Capital of Texas Hwy Ste 240
Austin, TX 78759

Kerry G. writes: My stylist is named Teresa, but everyone calls her "T-Baby." She has been coloring and cutting my curls for over 5 years. T-Baby always has a funny story and I trust her with my tresses.
In fact, she cut 11 inches off my head last week for Locks of…

Romano's Macaroni Grill
Neighborhood: Great Hills

9828 Great Hills Trl
Austin, TX 78759

Mark H. writes: I've been to this location 3 times...and each time it was if a group of Zombies had been there 1 hour before us, killed off all the other patrons and then put on Macaroni Grill uniforms and decided they wanted to work there.

The food and pricing are…

360 Primo Coffee Shop
Neighborhood: Great Hills

9828 Great Hills Trl
Austin, TX 78759

Michelle C. writes: I was in the Arboretum area today during my lunch break "running some errands" (that's a euphemism for shopping...although I bought my mother-in-law a present, so I think that elevates my shopping to "errand" status).  I needed to grab a quick lunch…

Texas Roadhouse

13435 US Hwy 183 N
Austin, TX 78768

Iniko B. writes: Wow. One of the greatest value meals ever. This place has the same decor and vibe as the national chain of Logan's roadhouse -- peanut shells on the unfinished floor, unfinished wood interior, and rural southern flair (Nascar photos, stuffed deer…

Amy's Ice Creams
Neighborhood: Allandale

5624 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78798

Daisy L. writes: The inventive combos keep me coming back.  My personal favorite:  The bloody sword  (arrrgh!)*

*Bloody sword is Mexican vanilla ice cream, coconut, cameo cookie, and praline sauce.

Other favs:
The fruit smoothie, sweet non-dairy goodness when dairy is…

H-E-B Grocery Store
Neighborhood: Hyde Park

Circle C Austin
Austin, TX 78798

Eileen S. writes: Holy Mother of HEBs!!  

It's like a mini-Central Market with real Coca-Cola and other things with preservatives!!

I've never smiled so much while I've grocery shopped.

Casa Colombia
Neighborhood: East Austin

1614 E 7th St
Austin, TX 78702

Leslie L. writes: For some reason I really like the vibe at this place.  It's comfy and familiar and doesn't somehow feel like a restaurant - very clean and homey. Maybe it's because of all the families dining there?  Whatever the reason, their food is delicious.  I…

Blue Dahlia Bistro
Neighborhood: East Austin

1115 E 11th St
Austin, TX 78798

Kerry G. writes: Ya know what my favorite thing about Blue Dahlia is?  
The LP turntable at the front.  During our visit we were serenaded by The Best of The Commodores.  Complete with that scratchy, popping of old school vinyl.  
The chicken salad sandwich went down…

Craft-O-Rama
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

3100 S. Congress Ave
Suite 3b
Austin, TX 78798

jessica s. writes: I took two jewelry classes at Craft-O-Rama recently taught by Naughty Secretary Club's, Jennifer Perkins.  She's been one of my crafting heroes for a while and even hosts the show Craft Lab on HGTV and DIY.  I was so excited and I have to say the…

despair.com
Neighborhood: Downtown

103 E. 5th Street
Austin, TX 78799

Lauren G. writes: Oh, wow...this is funny!

"Welcome to Despair...The Relentless Pursuit of Dejection"

Alamo Drafthouse

13729 Research Blvd
Austin, TX 78750

Cody R. writes: I'm writing a bad review for Alamo Drafthouse..... sound the alarm.

You know how when you're at Disney Land/World and you're walking through Frontier Land or Epcot? (come on.... stay with me) It's really cool to imagine being in the Old West, or…

2006 ACL Music Festival
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

Zilker Park
2100 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78799

Larry M. writes: Just to summarize:

1. This festival may have the most kick ass line-up EVER...not to be missed...EVER

2. It is as HOT AS HOT CAN BE...the AT&T booth offers air conditioning, so by all means utilize it...there's nothing harder on your body than extreme…

Austinist

Austin, TX 78799

Clarisa R. writes: Everyday I check a few Web sites: Yelp (of course), Myspace, The Superficial and Austinist. I love Austinist.com because it's constantly informing me about what's going on around Austin. I have all of my co-workers on it too. They site has several…

Craigslist

Austin, TX 78799

Cati C. writes: You might balk at a Yelp review of Craigslist, but think about it: each city's CL (and it's various subtopics) have their own distinct milieu, don't you think? Here's my roadmap of ATXCL:

1. Women Seeking Women: In some locales, this is a genuine hook…

Kebabalicious
Neighborhood: Downtown

E 7th St
In front of Mugshots
Austin, TX 78799

Scott B. writes: Admittedly, I'm shocked to see only a single Yelp on this place - honestly, the reason that yelp.com is becoming so popular is for Austin's irrefutable love for being in the know, discovering that perfect little spot and lightly lording it over all…

Tito's Handmade Vodka

12101 Moore Rd.
Austin, TX 78799

Manny A. writes: Not a Vodka drinker, so I found this by a pure twist of fate.
I had someone staying at the house, that was a pickeeeeee vodka snob freak. As I paced back and forth reading label after lableland wondering what I could get that would mpress the lady,…

Boathouse Grill

6812 Ranch Rd 620
Austin, TX 78799

Tara M. writes: This place is a dieter's nightmare. They serve everything fried and burgers with fries.

However they are vegetarian friendly.  You can get a Veggie Burger fried mushrooms, fried green tomatoes, french fries, and hush puppies.  However however they are…

Sephora - Barton Creek Mall

Barton Creek Mall - upstairs
2901 S Capital of Texas
Austin, TX 78799

Lorena O. writes: I have a confession:

On the rare occasion that I have a hot date coming up, I book it over to Sephora to "test" out new makeup.  

Depending on what time of day I go, it can take a while to get some personal attention, but once they're helping, they're…