Hi. I’m headed to the south side tomorrow for breakfast and lunch. Any recs for South Side gems I should not miss? Basically the whole South Side is game. I’ve got H&A, Gladys' and Pearl’s Place on my radar....

A friend who lives here part time wants to spend a little time male bonding and suggested watching the UT/Minnesota game at a sports bar. I figure that all of downtown will be overrun with SXSW so I need to know the best place to...

Hi there, NYC hound visiting Austin for SXSW, no car, staying downtown for ten days. It’ll be my fourth time in your beautiful city and I’ll be eagerly trying to put my tourist dollars to work... I already know and...

My favorite TexMex in Austin is Enchilladas Y Mas on Anderson Road (between Burnet & Lamar if you take a taxi). It is not, however, convenient to SXSW venues, as it is not near downtown. In or near downtown, I like Las Manitas a...

were busier than during SXSW and ACL put together. The back of the house was very busy, but I felt even worse for the front of the house.

We just got back from the SXSW festival in Austin, TX. We ate breakfast at some great spots, and had migas (and migas con chorizo) two mornings. Honestly – the meals were heavenly. Are there any local restaurants that serve...

I’ve tried them and they are great! Best breakfast sandwhichs and the only donuts downtown. I heard they were going to be open during the “red-eye” hours during SXSW.

I know — what’s up with those guys?! The only time I’ve been able to find and purchase some Mambo Berry this year is when I ran into them unexpectedly outside Club Deville during SXSW. I wish they were open & in...

If you’re looking to eat in downtown you will have some luck with good food. Search this board for SXSW or ACL Fest and there will be lists of where to eat. For great dive food I suggest Casino El Camino on 6th St for...

Going to Austin for 3 days (yes, SXSW) and setting up dinners at places with killer food and good atmospheres. Aiming for Lambert’s, Parkside, and Uchi. Is this the best course of action? Any must hit lunch spots?

at SXSW this year I had one (okay, three!) of The Best Lemon Drop drinks I have ever had... and now I am trying to recreate it at home... it was not too sweet, more lemon / sour. Favorite Recipes out there to share?? thanks in...

A friend of mine Harold Warren, a Brooklyn Chowhound, just sent me this great report on his recent tour of Texas.... hey barry, we’re back from sxsw and had a great time in austin, san antonio and fort worth. we ate at tons...

the airport, along (or near) 71, in Bee Cave, or Lakeway? I’m willing to venture off-course, too, but I’d like to avoid the SxSW crowds. I’d love to hear your comments about the following places or other...

I have out of town friends who will be in Austin March 17 & 18. it hit me that this is during SXSW when they tried to get a hotel room downtown. anyone have any suggestions about where to eat away from downtown crowds? looking...

on S. Congress in time for SXSW '07, but alas the steak frites does not live on to my knowledge...