Blackerby Violin Shop
Neighborhood: Crestview

1111 W. Anderson Lane
Austin, TX 78757

Alexandra L. writes: The folks at Blackerby truly know their stringed instruments.  The shop was started by a professional cellist and violinist, and all the staff there plays some variety of stringed instrument in a rock band or classical ensemble.  It's still family…

Escapesomewhere Real Estate
Neighborhood: Crestview

1104 Stobaugh St
Austin, TX 78757

Ginius P. writes: Melanie, Kimbrough and Lisa at Vox Real Estate are totally keeping it real  for those of us first-time homebuyers that have no clue what they're doing.  They're totally patient and helpful for every step of each long, drawn-out process.  I can't…

C-Hunt's Icehouse

9611 McNeil
Austin, TX 78758

Angela R. writes: When that great spring weather kicks up its heels in Austin, this is the place to be! Cold beers, picnic tables, washers, grapevine covered seating, and the open air of north Austin. No need to get fancied up, your blue jeans and flip flops will do…

Teacher Heaven

8868 Research Blvd
Suite 701
Austin, TX 78758

Sarah M. writes: Oh my. I can hardly write about this place without wanting to get in my car and drive back.

Teacher Heaven is nothing short of amazing. I am not a teacher, nor do I have any desire to be one (bless those who have the patience and stamina for such an…

Home Depot

10515 N Mo Pac Expy
Austin, TX 78758

Colby B. writes: So I'm in line at this Home Depot just before Christmas to buy an all too expensive vacuum. You know. One of those filterless boys with cyclone power that could suck a golfball through a garden hose.

I'm in line and the guy in front of me gets a call…

Pho Hoang

2521 Rutland Dr Ste 400
Austin, TX 78758

Jon S. writes: Probably my favorite vietnamese place in Austin. I'm not viet, but I grew up in Houston with alot of vietnamese friends. So when I sit down and order pho dac biet and cafe sudah without looking at the menu, you bet your banh mi alot of waiters assume…

Thundercloud Subs
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1010 S Lamar
Austin, TX 78758

alex e. writes: Thundercloud is cheap and they give out excellent coupons in those student handbook things. Their food is consistent, and i enjoy eating it. Sometimes I think i want it, but ill go get a sandwich and and end up regretting it. Im not trying to say…

M & M Super Movers Inc

8500 Research Blvd
Austin, TX 78758

Joshua W. writes: Couldn't have asked for better help with my recent move.  The movers that were sent were fast, professional, affordable, and very careful with my stuff.  There wasn't a single item that was scuffed, broken, or damaged.  With all the horror stories…

Tabu Lingerie

9070 Research Blvd
Ste 204A
Austin, TX 78758

Steven N. writes: Lingerie and adult products. While I would probably translate that as stripper-clothing and dlidos, Tabu is a step above in quality.  The lingerie selection is decent and seems to be above average. They do have the requisite stripper outfits and sexy…

Amillion Tattoos & Body Piercing

8556 Research Blvd
Austin, TX 78758

La Toya J. writes: My boyfriend and I went in one sat night to get his tat reworked. We had been quoted outrageous prices elsewhere but they were so reasonable here. I was originally supposed to get a piercing, but i chickened out. But anyways, the tattoo guy, I forgot…

Zookeeper North

9012 Research Blvd
Austin, TX 78758

jennifir k. writes: Zookeeper has always been an excellent supplier for the more exotic members of my clan, (and also conveniently located next to my casa!!) I found our little stabby there, a very sweet but bratty hedgehog. He was very friendly and tame when I brought…

Bumper Scuffs Plus

8308 Research Blvd
Austin, TX 78758

Alan S. writes: I recently backed my 2004 Honda Accord into a pipe sticking from the ground in a parking lot (ugh!).  I have been dreading getting this damage repaired, but it was bad enough that my Girl Friend guilted me into action.

I stumbled upon Bumper Scuffs…

Ross Stores

4501 W Braker Ln Ste 200
Austin, TX 78759

Michelann Q. writes: So here's the thing about Ross. I have found some amazing things there. Designer shoes for 20 bucks. Evening gowns for 10. Pashminas, designer purses. But the stores are generally a big freaking mess, and the checkouts take forever. More than that,…

Austin Eye Clinic

11901 Jollyville Rd
Austin, TX 78759

Debbie R. writes: I don't tend to splurge much, except maybe for sushi and...well, sushi. But sometimes you have to loosen the ol' money belt and make a big purchase. I did so almost two years ago to get Lasik at the Austin Eye Clinic, and it was well worth the fairly…

Papa Murphy's

12407 N Mo Pac Expressway, Ste 150-B
HEB Shooping Center
Austin, TX 78758

Jodi B. writes: I'm torn on this place.  I'll give you the good and the bad.

+:  Fresh, good variety, convenient, tasty

-:  Customer service, greasy, and a little pricey

I have only ordered one De-Lite pizza and it was alright.  Definitely need to try another before I…

Star Tech PC and Software

9513 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78758

Kennedy C. writes: Over the past 2 years I have had StarTech build 3 tower computers for my company and am extremely happy with their prices and service.  I had bought 2 Dell computers which had so darned many problems that I just gave up and bought parts online, took…

Dagar's Catering of Austin

834 Kramer Ln
Austin, TX 78758

Kristen F. writes: Albert Dagar personally catered our wedding, and man, I loved that guy.  We had a last minute storm (awesome, huh?) and everyone was freaking out, except my husband and me, who were holed up in separate rooms at the venue unsure what really do to.…

Kiefer's Cafe & Catering

2007 Kramer Ln
Ste 105
Austin, TX 78758

Allison M. writes: Ok this place is within walking distance from my work, so I am a little partial, but the chicken salad may be the best I've had.  I also really enjoy the french onion soup, chicken noodle soup, and the chicken and rice soup.  

The people are super…

Bright Horizons

2411 W Braker Lane
Austin, TX 78758

Lani Y. writes: We moved our son to Bright Horizons after the wonderful lady who was watching him moved away. She was amazing and we had to look long and hard to replace her.

In one way, BH is just like other centers but in the little ways, it's much better.

The ratio…

Central Texas Veterinary Ophthalmology - Nicholas Millichamp

12419 Metric Blvd
Austin, TX 78758

Kennedy C. writes: Dr. Nicholas Millichamp literally saved my 8 week old puppy's eye after a cat took a swipe and tore out her cornea.  For anyone who does not know (and I now know) puppies do not have a "blink reaction" until they are at least 1 year old.  As a…

Don Luis Super Tacos
Neighborhood: Circle C Ranch

12408 N Mopac
Austin, TX 78758

Tobi D. writes: **Update** I am not sure why the Neighborhood is showing up as Circle C, this place is located at the south west corner of Parmer and Mopac.

The tacos are truly HUGE.  It has to be one of the best buys as far as eating out breakfast goes.  The super…

Meat Shop the

948 Payton Gin Rd
Austin, TX 78758

Mark H. writes: The Meat Shop - which offered Harrell Ranch organic, hormone-free beef raised just east of Austin - has closed permanently from what I understand.

The Harrell Ranch was sliced in 2 by the lame-brain and totally IDIOTIC SH-130 "Trans-Texas Corridor"…

Little China

1921 Cedar Bend Drive
Austin, TX 78758

Laura T. writes: Little China is ok. It's just kinda your standard chinese restaurant. The eggrolls and spring rolls are good, but otherwise nothing really special stands out here to me (tried several different things). However, it's not bad either. Good prices &…

North Austin Diagnostic Center
Neighborhood: Circle C Ranch

1221 Mopac Expy N
Austin, TX 78758

Ken K. writes: We moved to Austin in June 2006 with a paraplegic mother/spouse in need of critical health care. She was at risk of an amputation of her right foot and needed immediate attention. I looked up ADC in the phone book and gave it a try, it was close to…

Martin + Osa

11410 Century Oaks Ter
Austin, TX 78758

james h. writes: I love this store. I "discovered" Martin + Osa in Los Angeles a few months ago when I sort of stumbled in to their store in the Century City mall. When I moved to Austin and found out there was a Martin + Osa in the Domain, I was downright giddy.…

Fidelio Dog Works
Neighborhood: Great Hills

6101 Anemone Cove
Austin, TX 78759

Stephanie K. writes: My husband and I got a dog from the Williamson County Humane Society at the end of December 2006.  His name is Dexter (see pictures) and he is the coolest dog ever.  I have never had a dog before and it only took me a short while to become one of…

North by Northwest Restaurant & Brewery

10010 N Capital of Texas Hwy
Austin, TX 78759

Madelyn R. writes: My very sweet husband surprised me and took me to North by Northwest for Valentines Day because every time I have been there the food has been really good.  Plus, it feels kind of fancy for us even though it is pretty reasonably priced (we are on a…

Schlotzsky's Deli Restaurants
Neighborhood: Great Hills

5105 Balcones Woods Dr
Austin, TX 78759

Cody R. writes: Schlotzsky's.......  How does the local population deal with a restaurant that is an Austin original AND a national chain? I get the feeling that Schlotzsky's is treated like the "red-headed step child" of Austin originals. The locals WANT to like it…

Spicewood Springs Animal Hospital

4606 Spicewood Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78759

Michael O. writes: I have a jack russell terrier named Icarus.  He's a member of the family, literally.  He gets to pick his vets, his boarders, his collar, his whatever.  And you'd be surprised at how vocal a 17-pound dog can be.

Whenever I have to take Icarus in for…

Delaware Sub Shop

8105 Mesa Dr
Ste C
Austin, TX 78759

Kelly L. writes: Normally I don't give 5 stars. Ever. But I'm stuck in California and want a cheesesteak so badly I can't stand it.
The bread, the meat, the cheese, and oh god the peppers. Sweet and hot, yea baby, more!  Next time someone comes out here to visit I'm…

Lupee - High Fashion Dressmaker
Neighborhood: Northwest Austin

4806 Running Deer Dr
Austin, TX 78759

Lisa A. writes: Oh Lupee, Lupee, Lupee! What a job: reviving the dead, saving the day, fixing the unfixable and generally pulling magic out of your hat as a talented, 5-star, alterations specialist!

Guadalupe F. Cardenas' business card reads:
Lupee High Fashion…

Brick Oven Restaurant
Neighborhood: Great Hills

10710 Research Blvd Ste 310
Austin, TX 78759

Tobi D. writes: As I have written in other reviews of pizza places, I absolutely love the Cheesey Oowie factor of pizza, where the cheese just stretches.  That's usually a good indication of the type of cheese used and if I will LOVE it.  Brick Oven does not have…

Wally's Burger Express

8107 Mesa Dr
Austin, TX 78759

Liz W. writes: I've been Wallybanged.  And I've come back for more - again and again.

I'll agree with Jack N. about Wally's as a burger joint.  It's not far from where I work, either.  The burgers are standard Mom-and-Pop, nothing exceptional, but perfectly…

Dave and Busters

9333 Research Blvd Ste A600
Austin, TX 78759

Michelle C. writes: Ah, Dave & Buster's.  You are overpriced, kind of fratty, and your food is only OK and kind of expensive.  And what's up with your little cover charge later at night on the weekends?  Aren't you bilking your customers for enough cash with your…

Barnes & Noble Booksellers
Neighborhood: Great Hills

10000 Research Blvd #158
Austin, TX 78759

Mr Doctor X. writes: Four stars for the sole reason that the collection of books most closely resembles the  library of an educated and interesting person.    

Okay, this "educated person" would, by extension, also own a questionably massive collection of romance novels.…

Austin Dermcare
Neighborhood: Far West/Northwest Hills

3807 Spicewood Springs
Ste 200
Austin, TX 78759

Kimberly K. writes: Dearest Eczema,

For three slow months you were the bane of my existence.  You approached slowly, conquered completely.  In the beginning, I equated your name with leprosy.  I did not know... you.   I did not understand you at first. I did not know…

Snake Eyes Vinyl
Neighborhood: East Austin

1211 E 7th St
Austin, TX 78798

maiko h. writes: Snake Eyes is a small store in an unassuming semi-residential neighborhood specializing in punk, hardcore, and metal stuff.  Despite the "vinyl" in the name, they do carry non-analog formats like CDs and DVDs.    I love stores like Snake Eyes, which…

Austin's Farmers Wednesday Market

4600 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78798

Anna B. writes: I headed to the Austin Farmer's Market in the Triangle for the first time this past Wednesday.  It's a smaller version of those held in Republic Square Park and Sunset Valley and doesn't have nearly the selection, but the hours (4-8pm) and central…