The Book of Guidance

Philippe
The Book of Guidance

City/town information

Small-town about 30 minutes east of here and 40 min from Austin. There are typical shopping centers and some decent restaurants in town.
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Bastrop
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Small-town about 30 minutes east of here and 40 min from Austin. There are typical shopping centers and some decent restaurants in town.
Nice area about 40 minutes away with a mix of locals and college folks. You can go tubing in the river or shop in the outlets.
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San Marcos
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Nice area about 40 minutes away with a mix of locals and college folks. You can go tubing in the river or shop in the outlets.

Neighborhoods

Commonly referred to as the party spot in Austin. The street gets closed off on busy nights for pedestrians to wander and bar-hop. Expect a mix of college students, locals, and all ages.
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West 6th Street
West 6th Street
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Commonly referred to as the party spot in Austin. The street gets closed off on busy nights for pedestrians to wander and bar-hop. Expect a mix of college students, locals, and all ages.
The quieter side of the popular 6th Street...there are great dining and bar options here for those who want to avoid the rowdiness. You will find many bars and restaurants with patio seating.
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East 6th Street
East 6th Street
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The quieter side of the popular 6th Street...there are great dining and bar options here for those who want to avoid the rowdiness. You will find many bars and restaurants with patio seating.
A nice area to walk around as a tourist or a local, you will find the famous "I love you so much" mural at Jo's Coffee. Though personally, I've never been inside
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South Congress
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A nice area to walk around as a tourist or a local, you will find the famous "I love you so much" mural at Jo's Coffee. Though personally, I've never been inside

Shopping

The closest and most accessible major shopping area nearby (WalMart, BestBuy, Home Depot, JoAnns, Marshalls, etc.). Please do not mistake this for a shopping outlet
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Southpark Meadows
9500 S I-35 Frontage Rd
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The closest and most accessible major shopping area nearby (WalMart, BestBuy, Home Depot, JoAnns, Marshalls, etc.). Please do not mistake this for a shopping outlet
A nice outdoor premium outlet about 40 minutes from here
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San Marcos Premium Outlets
3939 I-35
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A nice outdoor premium outlet about 40 minutes from here

Events

Literally down the road...recent events include F-1, Billy Joel, Rolling Stones, Tame Impala, etc.
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Circuit of The Americas
9201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd
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Literally down the road...recent events include F-1, Billy Joel, Rolling Stones, Tame Impala, etc.

Sightseeing

Nice park, event location, and "hiking area"
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Zilker Park
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Nice park, event location, and "hiking area"
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Barton Springs Municipal Pool
2201 William Barton Dr
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Although right down the street (8 minute drive), it is a decent escape with some natural beauty
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Státní park McKinney Falls
5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy
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Although right down the street (8 minute drive), it is a decent escape with some natural beauty
Nice trails surround this river or "Lake", as folks call it. Take a stroll and you'll find yourself walking through downtown, some bridges, and overall decent scenery.
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Lady Bird Lake
Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail
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Nice trails surround this river or "Lake", as folks call it. Take a stroll and you'll find yourself walking through downtown, some bridges, and overall decent scenery.
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Texas Senate
1200 Congress Ave
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Tesla GigaTexas
1 Tesla Road
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Food scene

Open Friday-Sunday, JNL is located in East Austin and is my personal favorite BBQ in Texas. The owner has gained his experience and repertoire from cooking over 110,000 briskets at the popular Franklin's BBQ. While I personally think Austin has many "good" dining options, I have not had any "outstanding" except for JNL. Additionally, you can grab a beer or coffee on the same property at the Buzz Mill
JNL Barbecue
1505 Town Creek Drive
Open Friday-Sunday, JNL is located in East Austin and is my personal favorite BBQ in Texas. The owner has gained his experience and repertoire from cooking over 110,000 briskets at the popular Franklin's BBQ. While I personally think Austin has many "good" dining options, I have not had any "outstanding" except for JNL. Additionally, you can grab a beer or coffee on the same property at the Buzz Mill
Close and authentic Thai Restaurant. Pretty tasty...
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Little Thailand
4315 Caldwell Ln
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Close and authentic Thai Restaurant. Pretty tasty...
For those that like "good n' hood" Vietnamese/Asian food. I personally love their green curry (Double meat, extra spicy). This is located in East Austin about 15 minutes away
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888 Pan Asian Restaurant
2400 E Oltorf St
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For those that like "good n' hood" Vietnamese/Asian food. I personally love their green curry (Double meat, extra spicy). This is located in East Austin about 15 minutes away
A great option for Vegans or just a great option in general. Outdoor seating. This place has some of my favorite tacos in general and is located about 15 minutes away in East Austin
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The Vegan Nom
2324 E Cesar Chavez St
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A great option for Vegans or just a great option in general. Outdoor seating. This place has some of my favorite tacos in general and is located about 15 minutes away in East Austin
While many in Austin would recommend never driving South to North, I make that sacrifice for this wonderful food. It is about 30-40 minutes away.
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Reale's Pizza & Cafe
13450 Research Blvd
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While many in Austin would recommend never driving South to North, I make that sacrifice for this wonderful food. It is about 30-40 minutes away.
One of my personal favorites amongst all-you-can-eat buffets..for around $11-14 you can secure up to 2 lamb shanks with your meal
Dimassi's Mediterranean Buffet
701 E Stassney Ln
One of my personal favorites amongst all-you-can-eat buffets..for around $11-14 you can secure up to 2 lamb shanks with your meal
Personally in my top 4 favorite Ramen spots that I've been to (and I have lived in Japan for 3 years). I prefer Ramen with some/mild "American-ized" aspects, and this place delivers. You may have to book a reservation
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Ramen Tatsu-Ya
1234 S Lamar Blvd
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Personally in my top 4 favorite Ramen spots that I've been to (and I have lived in Japan for 3 years). I prefer Ramen with some/mild "American-ized" aspects, and this place delivers. You may have to book a reservation
Great Sushi spot downtown with a decent happy hour. They are advertised as "Fusion"
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BarChi Sushi
206 Colorado St
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Great Sushi spot downtown with a decent happy hour. They are advertised as "Fusion"
A decent Sushi spot close to shopping areas in South Austin
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Umi Sushi Bar & Grill
5510 I-35
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A decent Sushi spot close to shopping areas in South Austin
This chain exists in Japan and is pretty decent as an American-ized option. It is in Central/North Austin so may be about 25 minutes from here depending on traffic. You may have to book a reservation
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Kura Revolving Sushi Bar
6929 Airport Blvd
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This chain exists in Japan and is pretty decent as an American-ized option. It is in Central/North Austin so may be about 25 minutes from here depending on traffic. You may have to book a reservation

Activities

Great climbing gym in East Austin
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Austin Bouldering Project
979 Springdale Rd
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Great climbing gym in East Austin