Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees and Smoothies

11521 North FM 620
Inside HEB
Austin, TX 78750

Lance M. writes: The best smoothies in town and the coffee's not bad either.  Better espresso and lattes than I've found in any other fast serve shop.  

You'll get an "Aloha" when you walk in and quick service.  Prices are good for the quality.  

Try the Mango Orange…

Pacific Star Restaurant & Oyster Bar

13507 N Hwy 183
Austin, TX 78750

Brent R. writes: I'll start by saying I'm not even a real sea food fan. But Pacific Star offers more than good sea food at a very attractive price.  They offer a great atmosphere, good service and all in a little hole in the wall.  Better be careful, because if…

Saccone's Pizza and Subs

13812 N Highway 183
Austin, TX 78750

Brandi P. writes: Pizza as big as your head and twice as tasty.

Seriously, pizza this good doesn't need my stinkin review.

P.S. I'm pretty sure they keep Tony Soprano in the back for emergencies, so don't get too uppity in line.

Jason's Deli

13729 N Highway 183 Ste 800
Austin, TX 78750

S. M. writes: Love their food. Their stuffed potatoes are big enough for TWO peopele to share. HUGE! They have quite a large selection with items for folks watching their figure. They just recently stopped using fat-free butter & cheese (NOT COOL!). Their salad…

Mesa Rosa Restaurant

10700 Anderson Mill Rd
Ste 100
Austin, TX 78750

Karen J. writes: I had the Burrito de la Reyna and it was extremely spicy but very good.  Chips, salsa and queso were also great!  I only had take out so I will have to go back and dine in so I can try their margaritas next time!  I also haven't eaten their desserts,…

Half Priced Books

13492 US Hwy 183 N
Austin, TX 78750

Camron R. writes: I went to Half Priced Books because I had a stack of books I was needing to sell to make room for more.  I was thinking I could sell these books and get a couple more.  Well, don't expect to get any money back for your books.  I practically gave mine…

Tino's Greek Cafe

13450 N Hwy 183
Austin, TX 78750

Jack N. writes: I live right near this place, and thank whatever gods made them move here.  I grew up in an area of Rhode Island with lots of Greek people, and Greek food, so I really had really missed it.

TIno's is not fancy.  Tino's is not romantic.  Tino's is one…

Cheddars

13301 N Highway 183
Austin, TX 78750

Jason A. writes: Now, before all of you Austinites condemn me for writing about a chain... hear me out!

Cheddar's is your basic American bar-food place.  Think of every time that you've walked into a Chili's, Applebees or TGI Friday's and seen the same crap on their…

The Melting Pot

13343 US Highway 183N
Suite 350
Austin, TX 78750

Rachel F. writes: This place looks rather uninteresting from the road, but if you visit their website or even stop by, you'll find that The Melting Pot franchise is taking over all of the United States.
This concept restaurant is centered around the idea of "The Big…

Johnny Carino's Country Italian

11620 Ranch Road 620 N
Austin, TX 78750

John P. writes: A few years ago when I lived in Dallas, my wife and I were addicted to Carino's low-fat menu options and their bread.   Before moving to Austin from California we checked for all our favorite Texas restaurants and Carino's was here.  So we had to…

Hooters of Austin Lakeline

13701 Research Blvd
Austin, TX 78750

Michael O. writes: Alright, you've all been to Hooters before.  They're basically all the same - decent service by girls in now-dated and interesting uniforms serving cold beer, interesting seafood, and wings.  I'm going to focus on the wings here.

These are breaded…

Anderson Mill Tavern

10401 Anderson Mill Rd
Austin, TX 78750

Catherine D. writes: If you find yourself up north looking for a brew you may want to stop by this place. It's basically a bar at a strip mall, but don't let that fool you into thinking it has no character, for it has plenty. I walked in and the attractive while rather…

Seoul Asian Food Market

5610 N Lamar Blvd Ste B
Austin, TX 78751

justin d. writes: The reason I give it five stars is because it is the only place in the city to get sashimi grade fish at a very reasonable price.  

Additionally, the guy who runs it is very nice and will answer questions on making sushi and gives demonstrations.…

Texaco Express Lube

3825 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78751

Michelle C. writes: I'm not sure that this place lives up to the "Express" part of its name (my last visit there took 30-40 mn and there was nobody in front of me at all), but the dude who works here all the time, Luis, is pretty friendly (occasionally a little *too*…

The Captain's Seafood & Oyster Bar

5700 N I H 35
Austin, TX 78751

rob m. writes: Surprisingly good gumbo here. Otherwise, the fried seafood is pretty good, but don't expect it to be the best you have ever had.

The nautical theme of the restaurant is fun and will make you feel like you are in a campy little beach town.

Hancock Public Golf Course
Neighborhood: Hyde Park

811 E 41st St
Austin, TX 78751

Jefe R. writes: Wow, what a great Saturday morning.  Here's what happened when I decided on a whim to show up by myself at Hancock Golf Course.

Hancock is the oldest golf course in the state, built in 1899.  It is considerably shorter than most modern courses.  It is…

Austin Vacuum

5242 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78751

Sarah M. writes: It seems silly to say, but I enjoyed my visit to Austin Vacuum. A stop at a place that provides a mundane service is ordinarily a nuisance to us. We're way too busy and important to go pick up a repaired vacuum cleaner in the middle of the day.…

Children's Discovery Center
Neighborhood: Hyde Park

4112 Duval Street
Austin, TX 78751

Julia S. writes: The Children's Discovery Center is not for everyone, but it's pretty perfect for us. The teachers are loving, and the emphasis is on creativity and letting kids be kids- this means that children run around in underwear or diapers or costumes -…

Courtyard by Marriott

5660 N I H 35
Austin, TX 78751

Greg Q. writes: I'm starting to fell like the narrator from Fight Club, drifting in and out of airports, checking in and out of hotels, trying desperately to find some differentiator some key distinction...

This place was prime for a single-serving stay in Austin:…

Dura Tune

3810 N I H 35
Austin, TX 78751

Gabriel E. writes: Since it's in my neighborhood, this place gets most of my business.  They do fast inspections, and if I bring a vehicle in with a problem, they explain what needs to be done and don't try to pressure me into anything.  I never feel like I'm being…

Snappy Mart
Neighborhood: Hyde Park

500 E 51st Street
Austin, TX 78751

Austin M. writes: Friendly workers. Not too bad on the prices (for a gas station). Sometimes they have hot tamales. They even have somewhat cheap gas. Large wine selection if that's your thing (for a gas station). If you're in a rush, this is a fine place to go.

Emo's Lounge
Neighborhood: Downtown

603 Red River
Austin, TX 78751

Austin M. writes: I'm setting up a separate page for the lounge because even though it's the same owners and (I think) the same employees, it's a much different experience than Emo's. For one thing, they have a bunch of separate bathrooms, and they actually lock!…

Which Wich

4700 W Guadalupe St
Triangle Shopping Center, Ste 5
Austin, TX 78751

Steven N. writes: New Which Wich location at the Triangle.

After my first time at Which Wich, I didn't feel quite excited enough to add them to my list of regular sandwich haunts. Today I'll amend that list. I tend to like a sandwich shop menu that has a number of…

Han Yang Market
Neighborhood: Brentwood

6808 N. lamar blvd #A-110
Austin, TX 78752

Alex M. writes: We didn't buy anything, but rest assured, if you need dry goods for your next Asian cooking adventure, this grocery has about seven different brands of every ingredient.

Located in the corner of the strip mall with Austin Karaoke, this Asian grocery…

Aldo

6001 Airport Blvd
Austin, TX 78752

Kristen F. writes: This is a small boutique with men's shoes on one side, women's on the other.  I checked it out yesterday with my husband.  They had lots of shoes, mostly leather heels, but also some cute canvas flats that were different from the other ones you see…

Exxon Company USA

6707 Cameron Rd
Austin, TX 78752

Kristen F. writes: Oh Exxon, how I love that you're on the access road right after I merge onto 35, but you still have a special lane so that I can go to you, and still get onto 35 afterwards.  Because of that special lane, you have made so much more money.  My husband…

Big Lots

6929 Airport Blvd
110
Austin, TX 78752

Carrie C. writes: I love you, Big Lots.  I love you for your Bissel cleaners and name brand shampoos and  $20 kitchen appliances.  Sure, I get angry sometimes when your towels shred in the wash or your saws snap off at the handle, but those small indiscretions are…

New Seoul Karaoke Studio

500 Pampa Dr
Austin, TX 78752

Justin B. writes: What can you say about a place with a video of go-carts, motorcycle races, family tropical holidays, European vacations and underwater footage shown behind friends singing their guts out for you?

What? You want a mattress in the room? You got it. Need…

Thai Village Restaurant

6406 N Interstate 35
Suite 1550
Austin, TX 78752

Kim R. writes: I used to work at the hotel across the highway, and for years, I came to this restaurant..when it was an italian joint.  Then I came in one day, and the pictures of Tuscany had been replaced with Thai tourist art, the plastic ivy had been pulled off…

Alamo Glass Inc

7123 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78752

Logan Y. writes: A friend and I were doing some searching for a piece of glass to replace a window in her house and after making countless phone calls Alamo Glass had the best deal by far.  We were able to find a large single pane of custom cut window glass for…

The Gap

6001 Airport Boulevard
Austin, TX 78752

Ashley B. writes: The sales associate guy was as nice as he could be and brought me the shirt I liked in another colour while I was trying on the original. He also gave me honest advice about whether I should try different sizes.

They get shipments in on Monday and…

Shilla

6406 N IH 35
Austin, TX 78752

Michelle C. writes: I really like the Bi Bim Bap here.  It's the best I've had in Austin (which isn't saying much, to be honest; I don't think I've found fantastic Korean food here yet).  But Shilla's version was pretty darn good - the addition of the fresh black…

Chili's Grill & Bar

7629 N I H 35
Austin, TX 78752

Kristen F. writes: This Chili's is probably the nearest restaurant to my house.  We go if it's late and we really don't want to cook.  It's average, even for a Chili's... the service is all right, and some servers are better than others.  This store randomly gets busy…

Eyemasters

6001 Airport Blvd
Austin, TX 78752

Quani C. writes: The prescription for my glasses is four years old and they're falling apart, so when I suddenly had to revert back to them from my contacts, I was in deperate need for new ones.  I've been to other Eyemasters before, so I decided to see what I could…

Austin Subaru

150 W Huntland Dr
Austin, TX 78752

Kenn N. writes: I have had 3 Subaru's since living in Austin, and since there is serious DEARTH of Junk Yards in this city, especially with Subaru's I have had to buy parts from these guys on occasion.  I usually find what I need online, but that doesn't always work…

Melrose

Highland Mall
6001 Airport Blvd
Austin, TX 78752

Susie G. writes: yes, this store is located in highland mall.

Yes I just found it yesterday and kind of went crazy there and spent too much moola and now I have to yelp about it.

Why Melrose is actually cool.

1. The sell wide belts for 6 bucks ( as compared to 30…

Banana Republic

6001 Airport Blvd
Austin, TX 78752

Jason A. writes: I really do like Banana Republic's clothing.  I'm partial to my part cashmere sweater (which is a nice green with the cool elbow patches), their striped dress shirts that I wear often, and the chinos.  The chinos fit great, but tend to collect…

Subway

7110 Cameron Rd Ste H
Austin, TX 78752

Kristen F. writes: So, you know Subway.  It's the usual.  My very first job was at Subway, so I always have a soft spot for it.

What I like about this Subway is that sure, they start to close up 30 minutes ahead of time like any other one, but if you end up there 10…

Wanfu III

6801 Airport Blvd
Austin, TX 78752

James S. writes: Wanfu III, the newest addition to the Wanfu family, opened up on the corner of Airport and Guadalupe, in the space once occupied by Airport Haven Hamburgers.

Pretty much the same menu made the same way for the same price. The place was nearly empty,…