Eat and Drink Austin

Austin, TX 78799

Quani C. writes: This is definately one of my favorite local publications.  You can find it at many bars and restaurants all over the city, usually situated near the Chronicle.

Eat and Drink Austin is a magazine that features and reviews restaurants citywide.  The…

Ana Brasil
Neighborhood: Allandale

7817 Rockwood Lane, Suite 101
Austin, TX 78799

jessica s. writes: I am half Brazilian.  Which half?  The bottom half.  Seriously, I have a large Brazilian ass-thanks, Mom (said in a sarcastic tone).  That's why I'm delighted to live practically across the street from Ana Brasil-a store with a variety of Brazilian…

Decor Jette Event Design And Decoration

Austin, TX 78799

Anu M. writes: Those of you reading this testimonial are doing so either because you are a friend of hers or you are considering her to plan an event for you.  Let me begin by saying that my wife and I, natives of Austin, TX, went thru the same process when we were…

Jolly Dave's Super Plumbing

Austin, TX 78799

Alexandra L. writes: David Orr is a self-employed plumber.  The official name of his one-man business is "Jolly Dave's Super Plumbing" (JDS Plumbing for short).  He does commercial, residential, remodeling, and repair.  Ah, wait - he does have an assistant!  Her name is…

Woody's South

321 W Ben White Blvd
Austin, TX 78799

Christina W. writes: As soon as Woody's put out their "OPEN" sign, my friends and I were all over it. Not only was the owner a popular Austinite (previously 1/2 of Club 710), but living in South Austin and looking for a local dive close to home can be tricky and this…

Craig O's Pizza & Pastaria

4970 W Highway 290
Austin, TX 78799

Debbie S. writes: I love pizza.  Really love pizza.  I will consume an entire large pizza any night of the week.  And I am not discriminatory either - I like gourmet pizza and cheap totino's pizza, chain PapaJohn's and mom and pop places in strip malls.  Ever since…

Gap the

4001 N Lamar Blvd Ste 250
Austin, TX 78756

Alex M. writes: Okay, so I shop at the Gap. Sometimes.

But here's why. They are making some of the best bras and undies. And jammies. They've got the whole range, practical to sexxy. Prices for the newest, prettiest bras tend to be $30-40 each (very much in…

Arbor Auto Works
Neighborhood: Allandale

5422 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78756

Rachel M. writes: The people working at Arbor  and the service manager Matthew is wonderfully helpful.  Prices are always reasonable and there is a fast turn around on repairs. My family as well as my in-laws take all our cars here.  The staff doesn't try to talk you…

Dollar Tree
Neighborhood: Allandale

5310 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78756

Michelle C. writes: As dollar stores go, this Dollar Tree is one of the better ones I've ever visited (and being the cheap-a...er, frugal person I am, I've visited a few).  It appeared here in 2006, after this newly-remodeled strip mall had been sitting mostly-vacant…

First Texas Honda
Neighborhood: Brentwood

1301 W Koenig Ln
Austin, TX 78756

Don R. writes: My wife and I were in the market for a new car, and we had been looking at Civics and Elements.  I stopped by First Texas Honda on my way home from work, just to kick the tires and see the prices.  

I like the fact that it is in my neighborhood, not…

Texas Futon Company
Neighborhood: Allandale

5440 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78756

Sarah M. writes: I suppose it's a bit strange for me to proclaim my love for a futon store, but I have to be honest. I love the place.

Texas Futon Company, easily found on Burnet Road between Hancock and Northland, is housed in a narrow, industrial-style building with…

Austin Stereo Service
Neighborhood: Allandale

5448 Burnet Rd Ste 5
Austin, TX 78756

teri s. writes: this place is awesome.  it saved me from having to buy a new record player which was cool because i LOVE the one i have.  he has all sorts of equipment stored and stacked inside that i'm not really sure what he's doing with.  maybe it's for parts,…

Mister Car Wash
Neighborhood: Allandale

5721 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78756

Michelle C. writes: I freaking LOVE this Mister location.  For $5 + a gratuity you can get an Express Wash that kicks the butt of any lame $5-$7 gas station car wash you'll ever find.  The key here is that they hand dry your car, so some extra cleaning goes on at that…

Gypsies Antiques
Neighborhood: Rosedale, Allandale

5202 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78756

Nick M. writes: Hot *DAMN*.

I've been looking for a red leather, tufted wingback chair, with queen anne legs for almost a year. Known as 'chesterfield' chairs, these chairs were made in england in the middle of last century.

I finally found *exactly* what I had been…

Panda Express
Neighborhood: Rosedale

4400 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78756

Jackie A. writes: This place is a super guilty pleasure (see my Boston Market review). Don't tell anyone that I FREAKIN LOVE PANDA E! It's soooooo poor, I know, but sometimes I crave their chow mein and orange chicken. It's just so tasty.

It's not cheap, like $7 for a…

Central Market Cooking School
Neighborhood: Rosedale

4001 North Lamar
Austin, TX 78756

Merry B. writes: This is an absolute treat for anyone who goes.

I went to their "International Vegetarian: France" class and had a blast. Not only were my taste buds treated to great cuisine, but I also learned quite a bit about basic cooking skills. They give you…

Clayways Pottery Studio & Gallery
Neighborhood: Allandale

5442 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78756

Sarah M. writes: Two pottery studios sit on Burnet Road within a half-mile of one another. Although I seriously doubt they are rivals, I couldn't help but be a comparison shopper.

Duel: Feats of Clay (4630 Burnet) versus Clayworks (5442 Burnet)

Match #1: Location. The…

Phil's Ice House
Neighborhood: Allandale

5620 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78756

Jaye J. writes: I just got back from my first visit to Phil's and I'll be back for sure. I'm always looking for a good burger and I found a decent one at Phil's. The Rosedale is my favorite combination of cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce and pickles. It could be better if…

Texspresso

2700 W Anderson Ln
Ste 409
Austin, TX 78757

Victoria P. writes: Alamocha... yum. I stopped here by accident after arriving too early for a show at the Drafthouse across the parking lot. I am so glad I came in! Way too many places make a mocha that tastes like blah coffee and hershey syrup. This place gets it just…

Identix Identification Services

7940 Shoal Creek Blvd
Suite 205
Austin, TX 78757

Kristen F. writes: I had to use Identix Identification Services today to get my fingerprints taken since I'm getting certified to be a teacher.

Identix is in the same suite as Express Personnel, so I think they're part of the same company.  Express Personnel was a…

Tara's Beauty Salon

2204 W Anderson Ln
Austin, TX 78757

Hoa N. writes: Threading is superior to wax! Austin is so lucky to have Tara's--and it's eponymous owner. Tara has 30 years experience threading. Threading is said to remove the whole hair follicle and therefore discourage regrowth. And it doesn't remove skin the…

Go Dance

2525 W Anderson Lane
Suite #530
Austin, TX 78757

Susie G. writes: Every night, yes every, the Austin dance obsessed spill into this Austin original. Located at Northcross mall (which makes me wonder what will happen when the "urban Wal-Mart" takes over) this place has been teaching the classes and blaring the tunes…

Bank of America

7900 Shoal Creek Blvd
Austin, TX 78757

Susie G. writes: A good bank is like a good coffee shop. It needs to be comfy, friendly and know how to do some dang good customer service. I like this one. A lot of the folks transferred over from my old bank location when it was torn down and so I don't mind the…

Austin's Friendly Family Medicine
Neighborhood: Crestview, Allandale

7600 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78757

Vanessa F. writes: I visited Dr. Jennifer Arnecilla a few years ago for the first time when I was having difficulty breathing. Not only did she find the solution to the issue I went to see her about, but she also had extremely valuable insight into the rest of my…

Herpeton Exotic Pets

8820 Burnet Rd Ste 507
Austin, TX 78757

Christine A. writes: I have loved Herpeton since I took my son and his friend at the age of 10 to check out the snakes.  The boys became enamored with the sleeping sugargliders and wanted to see them awake and gliding in the air. So the guy at the counter pulls a…

Great Clips

2900 W Anderson Lane
Suite 300
Austin, TX 78757

Carrie C. writes: This place is CHEAP!   Half the time you go in there they have some kind of special where a full on haircut is like six bucks.  Very nice.  Like I said, very cheap.  Usually you don't have to wait for a cut like at Supercuts or Procuts.  It's  not…

Gassane Tailors Inc
Neighborhood: Crestview

1205 W Anderson Ln
Austin, TX 78757

Dennise d. writes: When it comes to clothes, I am super picky about details. I want my suit has perfect sleeve length (as well as width), nice body hugging effect, and right overall length (hello people, I am talking to you. Be ware of your trench-coat-ish suit, it's…

Gyro Plus
Neighborhood: Allandale

7329 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78757

D J. writes: One Friday night, my friend and I just did a restaurant search with a criteria of location and cost.  We uncovered all types of places, but this one stood out.

Now, I don't know of many Greek restaurants in town, so I jumped at the chance to try this…

Urban Living
Neighborhood: Allandale

7727 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78757

Robin C. writes: I give this store high marks for fun furniture and accessories but they lost some stars due to a poor customer service experience recently.  Like I said, fun stuff and the occasional super-steal but they don't deliver, which is a total drag.  They…

Cavender's Boot City

8809 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78757

Susie G. writes: Wowza, what a place! Getting welcomed by super sexy blond men in cowboy hats, saying "Howdy Ma'am, how ya doing today?" Always starts my mornings off well.

Since I had just taken a picture in my friends cowboy hat and decided that maybe I was a secret…

Genie Car Wash
Neighborhood: Crestview, Allandale

7320 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78757

Quani C. writes: I have no idea what kind of ungodly aviary monstrosity decided to "leave its mark" on my car, but dear lord the whole right side of the back of my car was a MESS!  Having had blinker issues with Mister Carwash, I decided to give Genie a try, and I'm…

Souper Salad

2438 W Anderson Ln
Austin, TX 78757

Cameo F. writes: We love thisb place. Just a bike ride away and healthy-ish choices for the whole fam.
Do Not eat 4 gingerbreads if you have to bike home...the trail behind bike on the back of yours does not house a motor...that sia  kid and she can not get your fat…

Belle Saison Bridal

6406 N IH-35
Ste 1400
Austin, TX 78752

Kristen F. writes: Belle Saison was where I ended up buying my dress and the dresses for my bridesmaids.  I had a great saleswoman help me, who ironically moved away, but then moved back and got a job at a jewelry store, so I ran into her again when looking for my…

Dallas Nightclub
Neighborhood: Crestview, Allandale

7113 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78757

Camron R. writes: I'm originally from the sticks, so when one of my friend's parents visited from back home we had to take them to some place that played country music.  This place was pretty spacious and had a huge dance floor, but it's not some place I'd want to…

Ichiban Ilpun Restaurant
Neighborhood: Crestview, Allandale

7310 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78757

Carrie C. writes: I wound up here last year on my mom's birthday, December 22.  Just drove in from the country, a 5 hour car ride, and it was late, I was tired, but I wanted something good to eat before I passed out and spent my Christmas bonus on dumb things like…

Benold's Jewelers

2900 W Anderson Lane
Austin, TX 78757

Tara D. writes: I love Benold's Jewelers.  I've never actually been inside (though I will this week or next).  But my S.O. has picked up several lovely gifts from there and neither of us has been disappointed!  They carry jewelry by Color Story, my new…

CVS Pharmacy

2900 West Anderson Lane
Austin, TX 78757

Susie G. writes: Once again the saga of the Thanksgiving illness continues. I went to this pharmacy with my newly garnered prescription at 9 pm the night before thanksgiving. The staff ( especially one older lady with a wealth of knowledge) was there, and helped me…

Northcross Suites
Neighborhood: Allandale

7685 Northcross Dr
Austin, TX 78757

Kristen F. writes: I have used this hotel professionally and personally.  I used to work for a company where I was in charge of a annual project where I had to house 40 nurses overnight for a training I ran.  Well, Summerfield Suites was a parking lot away from the…

Drive-Thru Postal
Neighborhood: Rosedale, Allandale

5247 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78756

jennifer p. writes: I really liked this Drive-Thru Postal, because I did not need to get out of my car to mail a small package. It has several services for the key copies, mailing, and others I don't know. It also sells the cold bottles of soda which got me very glad,…