Welcome to the vibrant heart of Austin – North Austin, where eclectic charm meets dynamic energy. Nestled within this thriving neighborhood are hidden gems, diverse communities, and a lively cultural scene that make it a must-explore destination for locals and visitors alike. From trendy coffee shops to lush green spaces, our Neighborhood Guide: North Austin will navigate you through the pulse of this unique district, offering insights into the best local hangouts, community events, and the distinctive character that sets North Austin apart.

Stay in one of four hotels just steps away where you can shop and eat your heart out in this fine dining and luxury shopping district.

Westin Austin at The Domain

Vibrant colors and chic details are showcased in each guest room at this contemporary hotel. It features an on-site restaurant, bar, pool, well-equipt fitness center, and a business center with available computers and printers.

Aloft Austin

Striking colors and unique décor are reflected in each guest room at this modern hotel. It boast a splash pool with poolside lounge chairs, a fitness center, a self-serve gourmet eatery available 24 hours a day, and re:mix lounge with a full bar, billiards tables, and music.

The Archer Hotel

Just a 5-minute walk to The Domain, you get to experience Southern hospitality at this luxe boutique hotel. It features a pool and the acclaimed Second Bar + Kitchen with celebrated chef David Bull.

Lone Star Court by Valencia Group

Located within a 15-minute ride to The Domain and 6th Street. Indulge in massages and enjoy local cuisine at Water Trough for breakfast and dinner. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour fitness center are other features at this upscale hotel.

Renaissance Austin Hotel

Located next to The Arboretum Mall, the urban style hotel offers easy access to restaurants and shopping.

Choose from the many restaurants North Austin has to offer from great coffee shops and brunches to mouthwatering Asian dishes and gastronomic meals. We've listed down our favorites below:

Coffee:

Houndstooth Coffee
Summer Moon Coffee
Coffee + Crisp

Breakfast & Brunch:

Bakery Lorraine | Bakery
Little Ola's Biscuits | Biscuits

Noteworthy:

Barley Swine | Fine Dining
French Quarter Grille | Cajun-Creole
Slab BBq & Beer | Barbecue

American:

Second Bar + Kitchen
CRU Food & Wine Bar
The Park
Culinary Dropout
District Kitchen & Cocktails

Asian:

Xian Sushi & Noodle
Fat Dragon | Chinese
Ramen Tatsu-ya | Japanese
Thai-kun | Thai
Sunflower | Vietnamese
NG Cafe | Vietnamese

Tex/Mex:

Valencia's Tex-Mex Garage | Tex-Mex
Vasquez Restaurant | Mexican
Velvet Taco

Burgers:

Top Notch Hamburgers
Hat Creek Burger Company

Seafood:

Seareinas | Mexican
Garbo's Restaurant | Food Truck

Healthy Options:

True Food Kitchen
Flowerchild

European:

Taverna | Italian
North Italia | Italian
Andiamo | Italian
Cava | Greek

Desserts:

Sweet Paris Creperie & Cafe | Crepes
Sprinkles Cupcakes | Cupcakes

From a wide array of bars and breweries with live music to an Instagrammable bar and great happy hour deals, these are our most-liked.

Detour Domain

This taproom has flat-screens, pool tables and regular drink specials, an inviting break from shopping at The Domain.

Lavaca Street Bar

This sports bar has plenty of tables, flat-screens, 16 rotating draft beers, pool tables, po'boys and other Southern eats

Second Bar & Kitchen

This clean, modern space with a happy hour Sun-Thurs includes $5 snacks, $5 cocktails, $5 beer, $5 wine, and $10 pizzas.

Culinary Dropout

This British-style gastropub serves inventive cocktails and comfort food with live music.

Wonder Bar

This Instagrammable-bar features a unicorn carousel, printed cocktails, and multi-colored disco balls hanging from the ceiling along with a DJ and a dance floor.

Jack & Ginger

This Irish pub has more than 82 beers on tap, Irish Whiskey Towers and delicious food.

Yard House

This high-end sports bar chain also offers New American fare & an extensive list of draft beers.

The Dogwood

A casual American restaurant and bar known for their Southern food and hospitality. It features private spaces and an outdoor patio that is perfect for a sunny brunch or an after-work gathering.

Kung Fu Saloon

This barcade features 20 arcade games and a theme that’s part vintage arcade, part sports bar, and part late-night dance party.

77° Rooftop

This outdoor bar specializes in exotic rum drinks and shareable bites. Their cocktail menu features exciting drinks from mixologist Ryan Baird.

Somersault Innovative Cocktails

This unique experience blends delicious juices, fresh produce and the highest quality spirits with science, gastronomy and art. Try out their cocktail in new forms and ways that will blow your mind and your taste buds.

The Water Trough

Enjoy happy hour along with some bites at this pet-friendly converted barn with a live music scene.

Hopsquad Brewing Co.

Watch Austin FC's matches with $5 beer all day at this official Los Verdes. headquarters. Don't forget to try Dough Squad, a food truck serving Neapolitan-inspired pizza!

Austin Beerworks

This brewery offers vibrant craft beers such as IPAs & ales, plus offering tours & tastings.

Balcones District Park

This park features hiking trails with babbling creeks, and sports courts where you can play tennis and volleyball. It also has a pool, playground, picnics tables, and bbq pits.

Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park

This 293-acre park boasts miles of paved hiking and cycling trails, an off-leash dog area, a swimming pool, a playground, and sports and recreational facilities.

Mount Bonnell

One of the most visited places, this landmark is considered to be the highest point within Austin City Limits. Hike up the historic limestone staircases and you'll be rewarded with sweeping panoramic views of downtown Austin, the Colorado River, and the rolling green hills of the Texas Hill Country.

Soul Cycle

Have fun while you break a sweat at this indoor cycling studio that combines cycling, music and choreography.

Orangetheory

Sign up for a full-body workout specializing in endurance, strength, and power. Choose from five heart rate zones to train in where you wear a heart rate monitor to see your results displayed in real-time.

Pure Barre

Strengthen your mind and body with their high-intensity, low-impact workout that delivers results.

Core Power Yoga

Roll out your yoga mats and get ready to calm your mind and strengthen your body with their different yoga classes.

Punch Bowl Social

This social club features 8 lane bowling alley, darts, ping pong, billiards lounge, shuffleboard, pinball, karaoke, skeeball, and arcade games. It also has an attached restaurant serving upscale gastropub foods, sodas, fizzes, shakes, and creative cocktails.

Viva Day Spa

Reward yourself for the hard work you've recently done, get pampered up with one of the spa's packages.

Domain NORTHSIDE weekly events

Bring your family to one of their weekly events such as movies in the park, artwalks, and holiday-themed contests and activities.

iPic Theaters

Watch the latest movies while you relax in a cushioned recliner seat, dig in on one of the chef-prepared menu items, and order rounds of handcrafted cocktails at the bar.

Top Golf

This multilevel complex features a variety of ranges suitable for golf players of all levels. Your hits rack up points through your microchipped golf ball.

Pinballz

This arcade features classic and modern pinballs that the whole family can enjoy.

Neighborhood Guide: North Austin

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