For vegetarians and vegans, Mother's offers wonderful food in a charming garden atmosphere. It was just rebuilt after a devastating fire, to the great relief of its many aficionados. Located in the heart of Hyde Park, Austin's first suburb, just north of the University of Texas area.
4215 Duval St.
Tel:451-3994
These are three of the best barbecue places on the planet, all within about a four-mile radius in East Austin. Beef brisket and sausage are always excellent, but try the mutton if you are feeling adventurous, as it is tender and superb.
Sam's is open very late on weekends and features lots of music memorabilia. All three places are treasures of our local culture.
Sam's: 2000 E. 12th St. Tel:478-0378
Ben's Long Branch: 900 E. 11th St. Tel:477-2516
Lewis's: 1814 Harvey St. (corner of M.L.K., just west of Airport Blvd.)
Tel:473-2225
(All phone no's are in area code 512.)
Try the pancakes. They are heavenly.
There are several around Austin. The one near UT on Guadalupe is perhaps the easiest to get to and comes equipped with Austin's wonderful vernacular art...
The crown jewel of Austin. Check out this spring-fed pool that is 68F all year round.
In Zilker Park off Lamar in South Austin.
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