Austin Winter 2014

- and the Hill Country

The Guidebook for Business Travelers, Convention Delegates and Visitors

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Unique • Spectacular • Breathtaking

Tapas • Cocktails • Espresso • Desserts • Cigars

Open Tuesday-Saturday from 4PM-10PM Bar Open until 11PM. Happy Hour, Tuesday-Saturday 4PM-7PM. Closed Sundays and Mondays.

800 West 6th Street • 512-436-9633

Comtemporary Art & Designer Jewelry

Serving dinner Tuesday - Saturday 6:30-10:30 800 W 6th St • (512) 436-9643 2 2

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AT THE DOMAIN, ACROSS FROM THE APPLE STORE 11401 Century Oaks Terrace 512.614.2470 www.outrageousgallery.com glass•jewelry•kaleidoscopes•sculptures•judaica

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Granted by the Italian government recognizing Carmelo’s as serving authentic Italian cuisine.

Carmelo’s, an Austin tradition, tucked away across from the Hilton Downtown in the historic landmark “The Old Depot Hotel”.

Host your private party in one of our fabulous event rooms accommodating up to 140 people.

Privacy, delicious cuisine and great service assured.

Austin - 512.477.7497

504 E. 5th Street (Downtown, across from the Hilton)

Houston - 281.531.0696 14795 Memorial Drive (In the Energy Corridor)

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• Lunch Monday - Friday (we will open Saturday for your event) • Dinner Nightly with Live Music Patio, Private Dining and Event Rooms Catering in your home or office for all occasions

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Table of Contents

Local Flavor

PG 25 Maps 14 Downtown 16 Austin Area 20 North Austin 22 Lakeway 23 South Austin

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Editor

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Nature’s Treasures Of Texas

“We Rock”

Central Austin 4103 North IH-35 512.472.5015 Open 7 days

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Visit NTROCKS.com for our Daily Practitioner Schedule & Calendar of Community Center Events!

Tumbled Stones • Fountains • CDs • Spheres • Jewelry • Hearts • Obelisks • Globes

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Hannah Ruiz No part of this magazine may be used or photocopied without the written expressed consent of the publisher of Hill Country Travel Guide, Inc. For copies, send $2.00 to Hill Country Travel Guide 903 Isom Road, San Antonio, TX 78216. For local advertising information, call 512-476-9635.

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• Carvings • Oils • Candles • Beads & Findings • Gifts • Gemoetry Sets • Lapidary Supplies

Feature Articles 25 K1 Racing 25 Cafe Crepe 25 Huts Hamburgers In Every Issue 8 Sights/Attractions 10 Shopping 24 Telephone Numbers 26 Dining 27 Local Flavor 31 Events 34 Day Trips 35 Golf

• Bookends • Tables • Salt Lamps • Meteorites • Pyramids • Gems • Petrified Wood • Slabs •

• Fossils • Incense • Celtic, Pagan & Native American Items • Crystals • Cards • Geodes

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Conquer Land AND Water!

4-SPLASH (477-5274) Tickets and Boarding: Daily tours from Austin Visitor’s Center, 209 E. 6th Street.

(512)478-0098

Visit our website for prices and tour times.

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Sights Austin City Limits Live 310 Willie Nelson Blvd., (512) 225-7999 Austin City Limits continues its longstanding tradition of showcasing the best of original American music and beyond. Musical styles range from contemporary and traditional pop to rock, country, blues, bluegrass, Latin, folk, roots and more. All find a home on the AUSTIN CITY LIMITS stage.

Austin Duck Adventures 209 E 6th Street 512-4-SPLASH (775274) Roll through downtown and see some of the places that make Austin one of the greatest cities in the country. You will have a Duck’s eye view of our State Capitol, Governor’s Mansion, Bob Bullock Museum, historic Congress Avenue and music-rich 6th Street before “SPLASHING” into Lake Austin.

Call to make reservations.

Austin History Center 810 Guadalupe St., 512-974-7480 Research library documents of Austin and Travis County through newspaper archives, photographs, & other historical materials from 1839.

Sights Blanton Museum of Art 23rd & San Jacinto, 512-471-7324 Features American and contemporary art, Latin art, European paintings, prints, and drawings. Includes a calendar of events, programs, and memberships.

Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum 1800 N. Congress Ave, 512-936-4649 The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum in downtown Austin, Texas, tells the “Story of Texas” with three floors of interactive exhibits.

Capitol Complex Visitors Center 112 E. 11th Street, 512-305-8400 Housed in the restored General Land Office Building. Information about tours, attractions, and restaurants to help the visitor. Souvenirs, books, and educational material.

Circuit of the Americas 9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd (512) 301-6600, circuitoftheamericas.com Circuit of the Americas is a 3.427-mile motor racing circuit near Austin, Texas.

It hosted the Formula One United States Grand Prix on November 18, 2012, the penultimate round of the 2012 season.

Austin Nature & Science Ctr. 301 Nature Center Drive 512-327-8180 www.ci.austin.tx.us/ansc This great little zoo area with local animals and plenty of shovels and brushes to "dig" for dinosaur bones in the dinosaur area.

Austin Zoo 10808 Rawhide Trail (512) 288-1490 www.austinzoo.org The Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary is a non-profit rescue zoo and animal sanctuary located in southwestern unincorporated Travis County, Texas, United States, west of Austin.

Hippie Hollow Park 7000 Comanche Trl www.hippiehollow.com Situated on 109 peaceful acres, Hippie Hollow is a clothing optional park securely nestled in the natural beauty of the Hill County of Lake Travis, only 20 minutes off Interstate 35, but a world away from the bustle of nearby Austin 21st & Guadalupe St., 512-471-8944 One of the world’s finest cultural archives, houses collections of literary materials, photography, film, performing arts, and visual arts.

Congress Avenue Bridge Austin Bats 100 Congress Ave The Austin bridge is where nearly 1.5 million bats live.

Dell Diamond 3400 Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock (512) 255-2255 www.roundrockexpress.com The Dell Diamond is the home stadium of the Round Rock Express, the AAA minor league baseball affiliate of the Texas Rangers major league baseball team. On April 16, 2000, the then-AA affiliate Express played their first home game at the stadium

Barton Springs & Zilker Park 2100 Barton Springs Rd 512-476-9044 www.ci.austin.tx.us/parks Austin’s most popular park. Year-round swimming in Barton Springs, staying at a cozy 68 degrees. Zilker Park has hiking, biking, Frisbee golf, and picnic areas. There is fun for the entire family!

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French Legation 802 San Marcos St, 512-472-8180 www.frenchlegationmuseum.org The French Legation is a historic legation building in east Austin, Texas, built in 1841 to represent the French government in the new Republic of Texas. It is the oldest extant frame structure in Austin.

Humanities Research Center

Austin Museum of Art Laguana Gloria 3809 W. 35th St., 512-458-8191 The Austin Museum Of Art’s original home, offers a unique experience of history, art, and nature.

Esther's Follies 525 E 6th St , (512) 320-0553 www.esthersfollies.com For over 33 years Esther's Follies has been the most popular theater in Austin, combining a harmonious fusion of magic, comedy, and music to create a unique stage experience like no other!

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Lockhart, Texas “BBQ Capital of Texas” Lockhart, TX 78644, 512-398-2818 www.lockhartchamber.com Lockhart is the “BBQ Capital of Texas,” but it is also a town rich in Texas history.

K1 Speed 2500 McHale CT, 888-K1-KARTS K1 Speed has become the nation’s largest indoor kart racing chain. They are proud to offer you the largest indoor race cart track in the U.S. along with high performance, zero-emission European electric karts.

Natural Bridge Caverns I-35 N Exit 175 (FM 3009), 210-651-6101 Pan for precious stones, take the ultimate leap of faith from the Watchtower, experience caving on our adventure tours, learn something new on our most popular North Cavern Tour.

Schlitterbahn 305 West Austin Street, New Braunfels, Tx, 830-625-2351 Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort the most popular summertime waterpark in the United States, is also ranked as the #1 Kid-Friendly destination in the state of Texas. The park is located on the banks of the spring-fed Comal River in New Braunfels, between San Antonio and Austin, in south central Texas.

Sixth Street Between Lavaca Ave and I-35 Austin's most famous night location, Sixth Street, is a busy street lined with clubs, restaurants, pubs and galleries located between Lavaca Avenue and I-35 in downtown Austin. Transformed after dark to a city sponsored, multi block party every weekend in downtown.

Hill Country Flyer Steam Train 512-477-8468 www.austinsteamtrain.org Excursion railroad offering train rides year-round through the scenic Texas Hill Country and historic Central Austin.

LBJ Wildflower Center 4801 La Crosse Ave. 512-292-4200 www.wildflower.org This private, non-profit environmental organization founded by Lady Bird Johnson is dedicated to protecting and restoring our native plant heritage. The center features gardens, courtyards, nature trails, a visitors gallery, a café and gift store.

Lady Bird Lake Trail Lady Bird Lake @ Mopac A five mile hiking, jogging, biking trail starts at the footbridge at Mopac, and circles around Town Lake.

LBJ Presidential Library 2313 Red River, 512-721-0200 This presidential library/museum on UT campus houses more than 36 million personal and official documents.

State Capitol 15th Street and Congress 512-463-0063 The Texas State Capitol, located in Downtown Austin, is the fourth building to house the state government of Texas. The capitol building contains the chambers of the Texas Legislature and the office of the governor Free tours.

Open to the public in limited areas.

Texas State Cemetery East 7th and Navasota This pleasant wooded site is the resting place of many famous Texans and Confederate veterans.

Zilker Botanical Garden 2220 Barton Springs Road, 512-477-8672 www.zilkergarden.org Botanical Gardens includes 31 acres of land with plants that thrive in arid southwestern conditions.

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Shopping Austin Gift Company 4211 S. Lamar Blvd., 512-326-9460 The Austin Gift Company, a Texas favorite since the turn of the century.

With over 100 vendor booths it’s like visiting Fredericksburg or Wimberley without ever leaving town! At Austin Gift Company, you will find Texas Souvenirs * T-shirts * UT * A&M * Tech * Seasonal * Garden * Jewelry * Everyday Gifts - All things Austin!

Bead It 2058 South Lamar 12-693-2323 www.beaditaustin.com Austin’s Largest Bead Store. Vintage glass, wood and plastic beads.

Vintage component parts and pieces, cabashons trim, rhinestones, jewelry stones, classes and more!

Book People 603 N. Lamar 512-472-5050 www.bookpeople.com Browse through over 200,000 books in a relaxed atmosphere Downstairs Apparel 3100 S. Congress Avenue 512-687-0489 www.downstairsapparel.com/austin For an effortlessly cool look, shop at Downstairs Apparel. Denim, tees, button downs and blazers.

Feats of Clay 4630 Burnet Road, 512-453-2111 A working pottery studio since 1976 displays beautiful stoneware and earthenware for home and garden.

Classes • Special Orders • Wedding Registries • One-of-a-kind Sculptures • Team Building • Workshops The Guayabera Shirt Store

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By appointment (512) 358-1542 937 Reinli Suite 15 Austin TX 78751 TheGuayaberaShirtShop.com Finley crafted linen and cotton Guayaberas and cotton linen clothing for kids and adults are available in several embroidery styles and some in several colors. A J. Edwards Guayabera is the perfect shirt for your beach or casual wedding or ready for everyday use fresh out of the dryer, ironed or sharply starched. All the clothing is easy to wear and take care of.

Hem Jeans 908 W. 12th, B 512-478-5326 www.hemjeans.com/land.htm For all your denim needs. Find jeans from every generation.

Outrageous Gallery 11401 Century Oaks Terrace 512-614-2470 www.outrageousgallery.com The most exciting gallery in Austin.

Recently opened at the Domain, Outrageous Gallery features over 100 U.S. artists specializing in blown glass, mixed media, designer jewelry and Judaica art.

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Renaissance Market 23rd St. 512-397-1468 www.austinartistsmarket.com The Renaissance Market is open daily with over 90 vendors who sell their homemade goods ranging from candles to apparel.

Texas Hatters 911 S. Commerce Street Lockhart, TX 78644 800-421-4287 512-398-4287 We top the best! Texas Hatters still uses the same basic methods of hat making that Marvin, Sr. learned as an apprentice hatter back in the 1920’s.

Visit Texas Hatters today!

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Borders the UT campus and has the traditional funky collegiate shops as well as the requisite Barnes and Noble and Urban Outfitters. On the weekends you can find an artists’ market that sells jewelry, accessories, small sculpture and other crafts in a courtyard between the 23 and 24th block of Guadalupe across from campus.

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Shopping The Dress Shop 315 Congress Avenue, Suite 100 512-527-3018 www.dressshopaustin.com Timeless, classic, cocktail, casual & worthwhile describe the dresses inside this fun, one of a kind shop!

Toy Joy 403 W 2nd St. 512-320-0090 www.toyjoy.com This store, close by campus, sees more college students than children, so its selection of games and toys is slanted toward bigger kids. Toy Joy carries a lot of items that will be popular with both kinds of customers.

Treasures Jewelry Highland Mall, 512-419-0786 Lakeline Mall, 512-258-7860 Barton Creek Mall, 512-327-7860 Round Rock Outlets, 512-868-0300 Treasures Jewelers continues the long tradition of dedicated service by providing a large variety of items including Custom Jewelry, Watches and accessories with unique and fresh designs.

Turquoise Trading Post 6103 Burnet Road @ Koenig Lane 512-323-5011, 888-887-7864 www.turquoisetradingpost.com All the jewelry in Turquoise Trading Post is Native American made. New jewelry arrives each week. We also carry a wide selection of decorative items with a Native and Southwest flair.

Uncommon Objects 1512 S. Congress Ave., 512-442-4000 www.uncommonobjects.com Antiques. Oddities. Curious goods.

Established in 1991 as a small antique collective, Uncommon Objects has matured over the years into the one-ofa-kind emporium of transcendent junk that you see before you.

Urban Wine + Liquor 200 Congress Ave 512-480-9463 www.urbanwineliq.com Fully stocked cigar humidor. Focused on local texas spirits wines & beers.

Independent locally owned shop.

Staff by industry professionals with a combined 5 decades selling wines and spirits. Centrally located closest to all downtown hotels.

Waterloo Records 600-A N. Lamar Blvd, 512-474-2500 www.waterloorecords.com Find your favorite artists inside Waterloo & if you’re lucky, you might come in during a live music session.

Music lovers unite!

Wild About Music 115 E 6th St. 512-708-1700 www.wildaboutmusic.com All your favorite music memorabilia in one place! Unique music gifts such as clothing, accessories and décor.

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Shopping MALLS Arboretum 10000 Research Blvd, 512-873-8099 Shop the beautiful and relaxed parklike setting that is home to more than 40 fine shops and restaurants Austin.

Barton Creek Square 2901 S. Capital of Texas Highway Barton Creek Square boasts more than 180 specialty retailers.

Brodie Oaks 4200 S. Lamar Neiman Marcus LAST CALL Clearance, Sun Harvest, Toys “R” Us, & Tuesday Morning.

Gateway Mall 9607 Research Boulevard This regional center features more than 500,000 square feet of prime retail space and a wide array of shopping and entertainment opportunities.

Highland Mall 6001 Airport Agaci Too, American Eagle Outfitters, Ann Taylor, Aveda Lifestyle Store, AVENUE, Bath & Body Works, Brookstone, Crabtree & Evelyn, Dillard’s and much much more.

Kerbey Lane Jefferson Square Architects & Heros, Clock Shop, Drumz, Gardens, Cookies By Design, Capra & Cavelli, Feather Your Nest, Brady of Austin N Distinctive Lighting, Wardrobe & Kerby Lone Doll Shop.

Shops at the Galleria Highway 71 @ FM 620 Lowe’s, Michaels, Pier 1, Petsmart, World Market, Mattress Pro, Chase Bank, Smartie Pantz, Marble Slab Creamery, Subway, Discount Sport Nutrition, UrbanTan, Rick’s Cleaners.

Day Lily Salon, and Solaria Salon.

South Congress Avenue (SOCO) Between Riverside & Mary Allen’s Boots, Antigua, Blackmail, Factory People, Gomikitti, Goodie Two Shoes, Mi Casa, Parts & Labour, Pink Hair Salon & Gallery, The Great Outdoors Nursery, Therapy, Turquoise Door and Uncommon Objects.

The Domain 11410 Century Oaks Terrace 512-795-4230 Tiffany & Co., Burberry and Stuart Weitzman, Sony, Apple, JCrew, Bebe, Coach. Plus delectable restaurants including McCormick & Schmicks, Daily Grill and Jaspers.

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Wonderful Handmade Pottery for Home and Garden • Special Orders

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Open 10-6 Tues-Sat 512-453-2111 4630 Burnet Rd www.featsofclaypottery.com

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Best Selection of Native American Jewelry In Texas!

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K1 Speed differentiates itself from other go kart facilities with their high performance, environmentally-friendly electric go-karts. The track was designed with safety, as well as excitement, in mind. The challenging course and competition will keep drivers entertained for hours.

If you’re coming to race with at least eight people, consider booking a group event and enjoy the perks of having your own ceremony, trophies and photo shoot. Another 183 perk? You only race with the people in your group! Competition just went to another level.

K1 can also hosts any special event you have coming up. Guests will be ecstatic to find out they will be racing their friends and family at your next birthday party!

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Le Café Crêpe brings classic crêpe dishes to the Lone Star State. French natives and brother and sister, George Dreyfus and Dominique Dreyfus-Leon, have created a menu of authentic savory like the Italian, which includes Proscuitto, basil, mozzarella, tomatoes in a sundried tomato pesto and sweet crepes that inculde Nutella, Grand Mariner and Ice Cream, true to the french tradition.

In addition, Café Crêpe serves specialty coffees, beer and wine, or indulge yourself with one of the tempting ice cream treats.

Visit Café Crêpe and take pleasure in a taste of France complete with an atmosphere designed to mirror a cozy Parisian cafe. Bon Appetit, y'all.

200A San Jacinto Blvd • (512) 480-0084 • www.cafecrepeofaustin.com

Breathtaking Sunset Views & Best Steaks in Austin

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Hut's is the classic American burger place, located in Austin. Huts is the place your typical Austinite would enjoy, with meat choices of Buffalo, Boneless Chicken and Longhorn grass fed beef or a 100% Veggie Burger and of course you could have a gluten free bun for anyone with a gluten allergy or just wanting to try something different.

On a Wednesday night, you and a friend could head over to Hut's and take advantage of the 2 for 1 special. But don't forget the Onion rings, which are a wonderful treat, or fries with homemade chipotle mayonnaise.

Hut's doesn't just offer burgers, the menu also has sandwiches, salads and a few comfort foods, such as Chicken Fried Steak and Meatloaf which are offered as a daily "blue plate" special. You can't forget dessert at the end of the meal which includes Mud pie and brownies, of course you could just have a shake or malt with your burger and have the entire Hut's experience in one filling meal!

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604 Brazos St, 512-391-7066 www.1886cafeandbakery.com Bess Bistro

504B Trinity Street, 512-478-2491 Old School Grill and Bar

“On the Hill” 6500 W. Bee Cave Rd, 512-327-1742 “On the Lake” 5204 FM-2222, 512-346-3664 www.countyline.com Barbecue with a view since 1975. Enjoy County Line’s legendary Barbecue served up in a relaxed, scenic setting.

It’s where fast food ends and the Texas Hill Country Begins!

Green Mesquite BBQ

2804 N. IH-35, 512-469-5966 Habesha Restaurant & Bar

1886 Cafe & Bakery

500 W. 6th, 512-477-2377 www.bessbistro.com The Carillon 1900 University Ave., 512-404-3655 www.thecarillonrestaurant.com Congress 201 Congress Ave., 512-827-2760 www.congressaustin.com Cover 2 13701 Research Blvd., 512-506-9935 www.cover-2.com Cover 3 2700 W. Anderson Lane Suite 2002 512-374-1121 • www.cover-3.com Daily Grill 11506 Century Oaks Terrace 512-836-4200, www.dailygrill.com Driskill Grill 604 Brazos Street, 512-474-5911 www.driskillhotel.com Freddie’s Place 1703 S. First St, 512-445-9197 If you’re looking for a casual dining spot with a South Austin vibe, cruise on into Freddie’s for a bite and a game of washers in the backyard. Try the grilled portabello sandwich or build your own burger - a side of hand breaded onion rings or homemade tatter chips.

Hut’s Hamburgers 807 W. Sixth St., 512-472-3050 Originally opened in 1939, this Texan landmark serves the best hamburgers on Sixth Street. Nineteen varieties topped with a range of different condiments, huge shakes, drinks, great rings and fries make this All American joint the place for all burger lovers coming to Austin. Family owned and great service.

Jasper’s 11506 Century Oaks Terrace 512-834-4111 Oasis 6550 Comanche Trail, 512-266-2422 www.oasis-austin.com

Old Pecan Street Cafe

401 E 6th St, 512-722-6351 www.osgaustin.com Roaring Fork 701 Congress Ave, 512-583-0000 10850 Stonelake Blvd., 512-342-2700 Second Bar + Kitchen 201 Congress Ave, 512-827-2750 South Congress Cafe 1600 S Congress Ave, 512-447-3905

Asian

BarChi Sushi 206 Colorado, 512-382-5557 www.barchiaustin.com Kenichi

County Line Bar-B-Q

1400 Barton Springs, 512-479-0485 9900 S. IH-35, 512-282-7100 Green Mesquite has been “Smokin’ the good stuff since 1988”. With two great locations to serve you, Green Mesquite serves some of the best BBQ in town.

Serving delicious ribs, brisket, sausage and more. Green Mesquite has some wonderful sides to compliment the BBQ.

Aster’s Ethiopian

6019 IH 35 N, 512-358-6839

French

Cafe Crepe of Austin 200 San Jacinto Blvd, 512-480-0084 1901 North Lamar, 512-473-2842 Visit us every day in the heart of Austin for breakfast crepes, savory crepes, & sweet crepes or create your own. Great crepes & great coffee! We are located at the corner of E. 2nd. St. & San

419 Colorado St, 512-320-8883 www.kenichiaustin.com Lavaca Teppan 1712 Lavaca Street, 512-520-8630 www.lavacateppan.com Mikado Ryotei 9033 Research Blvd, 512-833-8188 The first and only Japanese restaurant in Austin, Texas to serve a Northern Japanese style tapas menu as well as offer an extensive sushi bar selection.

We also feature numerous brands of chilled sake which pair perfectly with our daily fresh fishes.

PF Changs 201 San Jacinto, 512-457-8300 10114 Jollyville Rd, (512) 231-8773 Sushi Japon 6801 N I-35, 512-323-6663 Uchi 801 South Lamar, 512-916-4808 Umi Sushi 5510 I-35 South #400, 512-383-8681 www.umiaustin.com Looking for GREAT sushi tonight? Umi Sushi Bar and Grill offers a full selection of both traditional and innovative nigiri style sushi and rolls. If sushi isn't your thing, Umi has lots of other choices, including Teriyaki Maguro, Gyu Style Wagyu, and Shanku Angelo.

Jacinto. Internet connection available.

French Quarter Grille

Franklin BBQ

13000 N. IH-35, 512-832-9090 www.frenchquartergrilleaustin.com Paggi House

900 E. 11th St., 512-653-1187 Lamberts

200 Lee Barton Drive 512-473-3700 Peche

401 W. Second St., 512-4894-1500

208 W. Fourth St..512-494-4011

Donn’s Depot Piano Bar & Saloon 1600 W 5th Street, 512-478-0336 Attracting students and retirees, this piano bar and saloon bridges the generation gap with its diverse range of musicians and musical genres, from swing, country, modern folk and pop.

Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar

Scholz Garten

Bars

421 E. 6th Street, 512-472-PETE This Texas original rock n’ roll dueling piano bar with two baby grand pianos is a sing along, clap along, drink along good time bar. All your favorite hits from Elvis to Eminem, Frank Sinatra and much more. Mon 8pm, Tue, Wed, Thurs 7:30pm, Fri-Sat 7pm. Join us on Facebook!

Brazilian Fogo de Chao

309 E 3rd St. 512-472-0220 www.fogodechao.com We invite you to enjoy the delicious preparations of our gaucho chefs along with our gourmet salad bar, authentic Brazilian side dishes, and awardwinning wine list.

German

1607 San Jacinto 512-474-1958 Scholz Garten is the last of the great Biergartens in Austin. Good food, music, and cold beer is still a tradition at Scholz Garten. All of us hope you enjoy some good food, cold beer, good conversation, and good music while you visit Scholz’s. These still are our traditions. Make it one of your traditions.

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Bombay Bistro 4200 S Lamar Blvd, 512-462-7227 10710 Research Blvd, 512-342-2252 www.bombaybistroaustin.com Clay Pit 1601 Guadalupe, 512-322-5131 G'Raj Mahal 91 Red River, 12-480-2255 www.grajmahalaustin.com Sarovar 8440 Burnet Road, 512-454-8636

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indian Taj Mahal

12407 North Mopac Expwy, STE 200B 512-837-4444, tajmahalaustin.com Come enjoy authentic Indian cuisine in a spacious atmosphere at Austin’s Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal has a diverse menu of meats and vegetables mixed with exotic spices that are cooked to order and amazingly delicious.

Taj Palace 6700 Middle Fiskville Rd, 512-452-9959 Tarka Indian Kitchen 5207 Brodie Lane, Ste 120 512-892-2008 www.tarkaindiankitchen.com

Italian

Asti Trattoria 408C E 43rd St, 512-451-1218 Botticelli's 1321 South Congress Ave 512-916-1315 www.botticellissouthcongress.com Brio Tuscan Grille

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Perry’s Steakhouse

11506 Century Oaks Terrace 512-339-4400 Taverna

606 Trinity St. @ 6th, 512-472-9240 10001 Stonelake Blvd., 512-794-8778 La Condesa

114 West 7th Street, 512-474-6300 www.perryssteakhouse.com Ruth Chris

258 W. Second St., 512-477-1001 Vespaio Ristorante

400 A W. Second St., 512-499-0300 Manuel’s

1610 S. Congress, 512-441-6100

310 Congress Ave., 512-472-7555 Polvo’s Mexican Restaurant

107 W. Sixth St. 512-477-7884 www.ruthschris.com Saltgrass Steakhouse

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Santa Rita Tex Mex Cantina

2901 S Capital Of Texas Hwy 512-306-0857 Amaya's Taco Villiage

1206 W. 38th St., 512-419-7482

5804 IH-35, 512-458-2531 www.amayastacovillage.com The best Mexican food around and an atmosphere to match. Try and you'll be convinced! The Amaya's tradition stems from the family recipes perfected over generations that they now proudly serve to you, your family, and friends.

Cantina Laredo 201 W. Third, 512-542-9670

314 W. Second, 512-473-2744 Home Slice Pizza 415 S Congress Ave, (512) 444-7437 La Traviata 314 Congress 512-479-8131 Marye's Gourmet Pizza 3663 Bee Caves Rd Ste 4-G, 512-327-6208

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Tapasitas 800 W 6th St, Suite 100, 512-436-9633 www.tapasitas.com A tapas bar tucked away in the heart of downtown Austin on West 6th. Offering tapas, classic and modern cocktails, espresso, desserts + cigars.

Taco Express

10614 Research Blvd., 512-340-0040 Steiner Ranch Steakhouse 5424 Steiner Ranch Blvd., 512-381-0800 www.steinersteakhouse.com A superb setting with an amazing view of Lake Travis is a draw at Steiner Ranch Steakhouse; Serving USDA Prime Beef, an extraordinary wine collection and stunning vistas, our family welcomes yours to enjoy a real taste of Texas.

2529 S. Lamar, 512-444-0261

seafood

Eddie V’s Edgewater Grill 301 E. Fifth Street 512-472-1860 Finn & Porter 500 E. Fourth Street, 512-482-8000 Freda's Seafood Grille 10903 Pecan Park Rd, 512-506-8700 Joe's Crab Shack www.cantinalaredo.com Casa Chapala 3010 W. Anderson Ln, 512-459-4242 101 San Jacinto Blvd, 512-479-1200 www.casachapala.com Chuy’s

Coal Vines

2004 South 1st St., 512-441-5446

Abuelo's Mexican Food Embassy

10000 Research Blvd., Suite C 512-794-1234 Carmelo’s 504 E. 5th Street, 512-477-7497 www.carmelosrestaurant.com Carmelo’s awarded the Seal of “Ospitalita Italiana” for their use of authentic Italian products and the preparation of genuine Italian cuisine offers delicious delights for everyone: pasta, veal, beef, seafood, vegetarian and gluten free.

Dining

600 E Riverside Dr, 512-441-1010 McCormick & Schmick’s 11600 Century Oaks Terrace, 512-836-0500 Perla’s 1400 S. Congress Ave., 512-291-7300 The Captain's Seafood & Oyster Bar

1728 Barton Springs Rd 512-474-4452 Copa Bar & Grill

5700 N Interstate 35, 512-452-1417 Trulucks

217 Congress Avenue, 512-479-5002 Corazon at Castle Hill

steakhouses

1101 W. 5th Street, 512-476-0728 El Ceviche 115 San Jacinto Blvd, 512-494-5649 El Meson I 5808 Burleson Road, 512-416-0749 2038 S. Lamar Blvd, 512-442-4441 Garrido’s 360 Nueces on W. 3rd Street 512-320-TACO (8226) Mexican food that we call "New World Latino", as it draws from classic Mexican cooking, with awesome influences from all over the world.

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400 Colorado St. 512-482-9000

III Forks 111 Lavaca St., 512-444-1776 Austin Land & Cattle Co. 1205 N. Lamar, 512-472-1813 Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse 320 E. 2nd Street, 512-457-1500 11600 Century Oaks Terrace, #140, 512835-9463 LongHorn Steakhouse 4809 W Hwy 290, 512-899-2933 9900 S Interstate 35, 512-292-1889 www.longhornsteakhouse.com

Sullivan’s Steakhouse 300 Colorado Street #200, 512-495-6504 TRIO Restaurant 98 San Jacinto Blvd, 512-685-8300

Thai

Mai Thai Restaurant 207 San Jacinto Blvd. #201 512-482-8244 Satay Restaurant 3202 W Anderson Ln Ste 205 (512) 467-6731 Sway 1417 South 1st Street, 512-326-1999 www.swayaustin.com Thai Passion 620 Congress, 512-472-1244

Wine Bars Max’s Wine Dive

Downtown at 3rd and San Jacinto 512-904-0111, www.maxswindive.com “Fried Chicken & Champagne? Why the Hell Not?” This mantra aptly describes MAX’s “gourmet comfort food” & wines. Find all ages enjoying Aussie Shiraz with a “Texas Haute Dog” and the juke box. Check out the “late night menu”, “reverse happy hour” & Sunday brunch. MAX’s “Underground” is the premier spot for events.

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Events January

2014 Lineup March 1 Clay Walker

March 9 Concert TDB

March 2 Loretta Lynn

March 10 Eli Young Band

March 3 Dustin Lynch

March 11 Lee Brice

March 4 Thompson Square

March 12 Austin Mahone

March 5 Chris Young

March 13 Concert TBD

March 6 The Temptations

March 14 Concert TBD

March 7 Concert TDB

March 15 Kevin Fowler

March 8 Josh Abbot Band

March 16 Dwight Yoakam

Greetings, As Governor of Texas, I am pleased to extend a warm welcome to visitors of Austin.

Whether you are traveling for business or for pleasure, and whether you have come from another country, another state or just another town, Austin offers a wealth of attractions to explore and enjoy.

The capital city of Texas, Austin is known around the world for its vibrant arts scene, urban lakes, outstanding public parks, world-class golf courses, extensive hike and bike trails, and close proximity to the breathtaking Texas Hill Country.

Best of all, these attractions can be enjoyed year-round, as the area enjoys a temperate climate and about 300 days of sunshine every year.

And no trip to Austin would be complete without extensive sampling of the city’s outstanding cuisine. From mouthwatering barbecue to juicy steaks to spice Tex-Mex, you’ll find some of the most delicious food you’ve ever sunk a tooth into.

While you’re in town, make sure to stop by our beautiful and historic Texas State Capitol -- the largest state capitol in the nation.

First Lady Anita Perry joins me in wishing you a wonderful time in Austin.

Sincerely,

Austin Free Week Jan 1, 2014 to Jan 5, 2014 Multiple Locations The first week of January might be the best time for a music fan to visit Austin. Why? Hundreds of Austin bands participate in this annual event that encompasses multiple venues all over Austin.

fEBRUARY Carnaval Brasileiro February 01, 2014 Palmer Event Center Carnaval Brasileiro in Austin is the largest indoor Brazilian Carnaval party on the planet! Come join us for unbridled mayhem and non-stop samba!

mARCH Zilker Kite Festival March 2, 2014 Zilker Park Started in 1929, the Zilker Kite Festival is a staple in annual Austin events and celebrates the beauty of the homemade kite. It was created by The Exchange Club, a volunteer organization that raises funds to support non-profits that work to stop child abuse.

Market Day March 08, 2014, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Historic Downtown Main Street Marble Falls Over 100 food and craft vendors with a variety of items from the Hill Country will be on Main Street from 9AM – 4PM. Bring the entire family and enjoy the day!

SXSW Music Festival March 11-16, 2014 Multiple Locations South by Southwest is a set of film, interactive, and music festivals and conferences that take place every spring in Austin, Texas, United States.

It began in 1987, and has continued to grow in size every year Austin Book Fest 2013 Mar 22, 2014 Hyatt Regency Austin Join us for Austin Book Fest, a book signing event with over 35 bestselling authors!!! If you register by purchasing your ticket before March 1st, you will receive an Austin Book Fest tote bag!

Austin Marathon & ½ Marathon February 16, 2014 Downtown Austin One of the country’s premier races attracts nearly 11,000 participants from around the world.

Austin Urban Music Festival Austin Town Lake Auditorium Shores March 28-29, 2014 A two-day, national and local entertainment stage hosting, familycentric event happening in Austin, Texas.

mARCH 77Th Annual Star Of Texas Fair & Rodeo Mar 1, 2014 to Mar 16, 2014 Travis County Exposition Center The Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo has grown from a show featuring 16 animals into one of Austin's premier events, featuring ProRodeo events, daily concerts, livestock show and more.

37Th Annual Statesman Capitol 10,000 March 30, 2014 South Congress Avenue Congress Avenue to Auditorium Shores Texas' largest 10K race and one of the nation's top runs draws some 10,000 serious and not-so-serious runners.

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Telephone Numbers VISITOR INFORMATION All phone numbers area code (512) EMERGENCIES ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 911 Capitol Visitor’s Center �����������������������������������������������������������������������������463-8586 Chamber of Commerce ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 459-1181

HOTELS Downtown AT&T Conference Center �������������������������������������������������������������������� 404-1900 Casulo Hotel ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 610-1116 Doubletree Guest Suites ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 478-7000 The Driskill �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 474-5911 Embassy Suites-Town Lake ���������������������������������������������������������������� 469-9000 Extended Stay America ������������������������������������������������������������������������ 457-9994 Four Seasons �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 478-4500 Hampton Inn ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 472-1500 Hilton Austin ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 482-8000 Hilton Garden Inn �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 480-8181 Holiday Inn ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 472-8211 Homestead Suites �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 476-1818 Hyatt ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 477-1234 Mansion Hotel and Restaurant ������������������������������������������������������������ 495-1800 Marriott Courtyard �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 236-8008 Marriott Residence Inn ������������������������������������������������������������������������ 236-8009 Omni Downtown ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 476-3700 Radisson ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 478-9611 Sheraton Austin ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 478-1111 Stephen F. Austin Intercontinental ������������������������������������������������������ 457-8800 Omni South Park. �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 448-2222 W Hotel. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 542-3600 Airport Comfort Suites �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 386-6000 Hampton Inn ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 389-1616 Hawthorn Suites ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 247-6166 Holiday Inn Express ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 386-7600 Hilton Airport ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 385-6767 Hyatt Lost Pines ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 308-1234 290 - 183 Area Crowne Plaza �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 323-5466 Doubletree �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 454-3737 Drury Inn ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 467-9500 Embassy Suites ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 454-8004 Holiday Inn Express ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 821-0707 Arboretum Aloft ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 491-0777 Amerisuites ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 231-8491 Courtyard by Marriott ��������������������������������������������������������������������������� 502-8100 Embassy Suites ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 372-8771 Fairfield Inn ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 527-0734 Hampton Inn ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 349-9898 Hilton Garden �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 241-1600 Holiday Inn ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 343-0888 Renaissance ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 343-2626 Residence Inn North West ������������������������������������������������������������������ 502-8200 Springhill Suites ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 349-0444 Staybridge Suites �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 349-0888 Townplace Suites �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 231-9360 Westin �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 832-7497 South Courtyard Marriott South �������������������������������������������������������������������� 912-1122 Fairfield Inn South ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 707-8899 Homewood Suites ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 445-5050 Marriott South �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 634-2001 Residence Inn South �������������������������������������������������������������������������� 912-1100 Springhill Suites South ������������������������������������������������������������������������ 441-8270 32 32

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Lions Municipal Golf Course 512-477-6963

Barton Creek Golf 512-329-4000 Blackhawk Golf Club 512-251-9000 Bluebonnet Hill Golf Club 512-272-4228 Butler Pitch and Putt 512-477-4430

Lost Pines Golf Club 512-303-1368

Clay / Kizer Golf Complex 512-444-0999

Morris Williams Golf Course 512-329-4000

Crystal Falls Golf Course 512-259-5855

Pedernales Golf Club 512-264-1489

Falcon Head Golf 512-402-1558

Pine Forest Golf Club 512-321-1181

Hancock Golf Course 512-453-0276

Plum Creek 512-262-5555

Lago Vista Country Club 512-267-1170

River Place 512-346-6784

Lakeway Resort 512-261-6600

Star Ranch Golf Club 512-252-4653

Legacy Hills Golf Club 512-864-1222

Teravista Golf Club 512-651-9850

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Day Trips

Austin is an amazing city, but while you are in town, don’t forget about the smaller cities around Austin! Venturing out to these cities will give you a chance to experience all Texas has to offer! ♦ Schulenburg The 79th Legislature of the State of Texas designated Schulenburg the Official Home of the Painted Churches of Texas. Many of the early settlers to Schulenburg were of German and Czechoslovakian origin, and the area still shows evidence of their culture. The town is as well the home of Stanzel Flying Models Museum and home of the Texas Polka Music Museum. ♦ Brenham Want to spend time outdoors in the country? Plan to visit the three wineries on the Washington County Wine Trail! Combine that with visits to the Chappell Hill Lavender Farm and Lavande Lavender Farm. Add in the Antique Rose Emporium, Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Park, the Texas Cotton Gin in Burton, and Lake Somerville for some great outdoor adventures.

Home of Blue Bell Ice Cream! ♦ San Marcos San Marcos welcomes visitors to our beautiful community. Located at the gateway to the Texas Hill Country, San Marcos has wonderful places to visit, great places to stay, and the best shopping (Tanger and Prime Outlet malls) in Texas! Our springfed San Marcos River provides a refreshing playground for swimming, canoeing, tubing—and even riding a glass bottom boat at Aquarena Center. ♦ Lockhart The Barbecue capital of Texas houses four BBQ restaurants that bring in 5,000 visitors a week!

That’s a lot of barbecue! Blacks Barbecue, located on Main Street, has been around since 1932 and is internationally known. President Lyndon B. Johnson even asked Blacks Barbecue to cater an event at the White House! ♦ Bastrop Nestled on the banks of the Colorado River, the historic district offers a delightful selection of shops and restaurants as well as B&Bs. The city boasts over 100 historic homes. Bastrop is listed a “Distinctive Destination” by the National Trust for Historic Preservation and joins a roster of 132towns and cities across the nation accorded this honor. ♦ Wimberley Every first Saturday of the month, March through December, Wimberley hosts the oldest outdoor market in the Texas Hill Country and the second largest in Texas! Over 475 booths are set up for you to shop around at or just walk around the shaded paths enjoying the live music and atmosphere. Take a dip at Cypress Falls Swimming Hole, experience Wimberley Zipline Adventures or stay on the ground and go wine tasting . ♦ Dripping Springs Twenty five miles west of Austin, you’ll find the quaint town of Dripping Springs. The town offers gorgeous views of the Hill Country, rolling hills and flowing creeks. ♦ Marble Falls Some of Marble Falls attractions are the Winery Tour and Vanishing Texas River Cruise Tours.

You have a 99% success rate of spotting bald eagles on the tour in the fall/winter! Many of the historic buildings in town have been transformed into beautiful and modern shops, restaurants and a theater. ♦ Buda Twenty Minutes south of Austin rests Buda. Buda has numerous golf courses as well as restaurants designed for you to have the most relaxing vacation possible. Downtown Buda has many antique, and specialty shops. Cabela’s Sporting Goods and Outdoors Store where even a woman can enjoy shopping is on 35 access to Buda. ♦ Kyle Kyle is home to the Texas Pie Company which boasts that their homemade pies and other baked goods represent “true southern comfort food”. If you’re in the mood to shop, you can visit Kyle’s fantastic flea market or many unique boutiques around town.

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