You are here: Home / Archives for Things To Do

Dart Bowl: An Old-School Bowling Alley in North Austin

June 4, 2013 by

Have a blast from the past at Dart Bowl, an old-school bowling alley with trow back pricing for a fun evening out that’s easy on the wallet.  Conveniently located in Austin’s Brentwood neighborhood, Dart Bowl has 32 well-maintained lanes that accurately keep score and rarely malfunction. If you work up an appetite bowling, the restaurant is famous for their enchiladas and homemade Texas toast – try them topped with a fried egg.  The bar has a good selection of beer at reasonable prices, and if you’re looking for a Big Lebowski-inspired evening, the full bar offers well-crafted White Russians.

Dart Bowl
5700 Grover Avenue
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 452-2518
www.dartbowl.com
www.yelp.com/biz/dart-bowl-austin

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , ,

Round Rock Donuts: Not Just Donuts

May 6, 2013 by

Since 1926, Round Rock Donuts has been a Texas tradition with their famous golden doughy delights. Their signature donut — glazed, warm and Texas-sized — has been featured on national TV food shows. Other donut options are simple and traditional — don’t expect any fancy flavors or sprinkles. In addition to the glazed, cake, and cream filled donuts, the bakery also offers a variety of other baked goods like danishes, fritters, muffins and coffee cakes.  Customers rave about the cream filled eclairs. And though Round Rock Donuts is a famous area landmark, it hasn’t gone to their heads — everything is reasonably priced and the lobby has a homey feel with stone walls and wood paneling. 

In a hurry or don't want to be tempted? Use the drive-thru. Round Rock Donuts also creates custom cakes for birthdays, graduations, weddings and other special occasions.
 

Round Rock Donuts
106 W Liberty
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 255-3629
www.yelp.com/biz/round-rock-donuts-round-rock-3

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , ,

Shipley Do-Nuts: A Local Classic

April 8, 2013 by

Shipley Do-Nuts has been serving sweet confections for over 76 years, and this location in Round Rock is known for always have fresh products. If you like to start your day with a sweet, Shipley’s has delectable sweet doughnuts of all kinds. If you prefer savory, they also serve kolaches – regulars recommend the sausage and cheese. This bakeshop is airy and the staff are friendly. Kids enjoy watching the doughnut making process through an inside window looks into the kitchen. There’s even a drive through if you’re in a hurry.

Shipley Do-Nuts
3250 Palm Valley Boulevard
Round Rock, TX 78665
(512) 218-0231
www.shipleydonuts.ws
www.yelp.com/biz/shipley-do-nuts-round-rock

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , ,

Fun and Food Trailers at The NATY

February 27, 2013 by

The North Austin Trailer Yard, or NATY for short, is a destination for flavorful “grease truck” food and a fun atmosphere.  At any given time there are several food trailers here to provide you with tasty fast food from around the world.  If you’re lucky, you can snag a gyro from Big Fat Greek Gyro’s or cool off with Hawaiian shaved ice.  BYOB – bring a cooler for the hot days – and picnic table seating make this place super casual and fun.  The main seating area is covered and there are misters when it gets hot.  Animal sculptures give it a whimsical touch and the playground is great entertainment for kids.  Check their facebook page for live music events, and enjoy an evening of quality fast food and beer in the open air. 

North Austin Trailer Yard
1012 W. Anderson Lane
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 750-5361
www.yelp.com/biz/the-naty-austin

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , , ,

Halcyon: Halcyon Nights

February 6, 2013 by

Chocolate Espresso Martini? Check. Bananas Fosters Crepe? No problem. Head to Halcyon and you can have those delectable delights and more in a cozy, relaxed setting in the heart of Austin’s warehouse district. Breakfast is also an option, with tasty day-starters like a Breakfast Panini with eggs, sausage & cheese, a Yogurt Parfait with crunchy granola & fresh fruit and a Halcyon Burrito with egg, sausage, cheddar & black beans. Later in the day or at night, you can choose from a variety of panini, salads and wraps, like the Chicken Wrap with roasted corn salsa & black beans lovingly swaddled in a flour tortilla. Open every day with late night hours.

Halcyon
218 W 4th St
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 472-9637
http://www.yelp.com/biz/halcyon-coffee-bar-lounge-austin

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , , ,

Treasure Hunting at Antique Gallery of Round Rock

January 23, 2013 by

The Antique Gallery of Round Rock sports 30,000 feet of space featuring antiques and collectables of all kinds. Next time you want a fun shopping experience, give this place a try.   Whether you are looking for something specific or just want the fun of a treasure hunt, you're sure to find something amazing — a fancy vase, sports collectibles, a retro poster … the inventory always changes. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly – if you want something specific they can help you locate it.
 

The Antique Gallery of Round Rock
1601 S Interstate 35 Ste 400
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 671-7467
www.yelp.com/biz/antique-gallery-round-rock

 

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , , ,

Lomography Gallery Store: Snap Shots

December 4, 2012 by

The days of analog photography seem a little limited, with Instagram making your cell phone capable of turning out a diverse variety of images, but some stalwarts are still holding tight to their cameras. The lomogoraphy movement, founded in 1991 by a pair of German students, aims to celebrate the funky, unusual images that can be produced by inexpensive film cameras. Their movement has spread throughout the world, and they’ve opened a number of pop-up shops to share the joys of lomography. In Austin, they’ve opened a gallery store in the historic Congress Avenue district, which is enjoying an artistic renaissance. Inside, the store features a wall with over 4,000 lomographs of Austin life, as well as a selection of interesting cameras. The staff will gladly demonstrate and explain each one to help you make your purchase. They also sell film and provide developing services. They also host workshops throughout the year for aspiring photographers.

Lomography Gallery Store
912 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 499-8002
http://www.yelp.com/biz/lomography-gallery-store-austin-2

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , , ,

Great Hills Open Air Farmer’s Market

November 14, 2012 by

Check this out, more than just a farmers market! Walk to the Arboretum within minutes!

What: Great Hills Open Air Market
When: Sunday, November 18th
Time: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Where: Arboretum at Great Hills, Austin, TX

The new Great Hills Open Air Market at the Arboretum is a bit more than your typical Farmer's Market. In addition to the locally grown, freshly picked fruits and vegetables, shoppers are also able to explore a wide variety of vendors offering wonderful hand made crafts, original art and delicious food.

www.austinopenairmarket.com

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , ,

Kick off the Formula 1 races with an EPIC Concert!

November 13, 2012 by

The Best of Texas Music with Willie Nelson, Ray Benson, Pat Green, Jerry Jeff Walker, Del Castillo, Ruthie Foster, Quebe Sisters

Thursday, Nov 15 9:00 p.m.
at ACL Live, Austin, TX.

The Formula 1 race weekend in Austin kicks off with a concert showcasing legendary Texas artists at ACL Live at The Moody Theater on Thursday, November 15. The all-star lineup will include Willie Nelson, Ray Benson and Asleep at the Wheel, Pat Green, Jerry Jeff Walker, Cindy Cashdollar, Del Castillo, Ruthie Foster and the Quebe Sisters representing 19 Grammy awards and nominations too numerous to mention.
 

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , , , ,

The Best Spot for Recreation in Austin: Town Lake Hike and Bike Trail

November 6, 2012 by

Get a dose of fresh air as you take in the amazing sites of Austin from the Town Lake Hike and Bike Trail. Whether you walk, run, or bike, there are 193 miles of well paved, accessible trails running through many different areas of the city. Run along paths with scenic views of Austin, ride along energizing creeks and colorful patches of bright flowers. Ride in freedom from traffic, runners, and walkers on The Veloway, a 3.17 mile paved trail that is made just for bikes and rollerblades. Outdoor recreation is available on the Town Lake trail year-round, and trail maps and additional details are available here.

Filed Under: Things To Do Tagged With: , , ,
« Previous Page
Next Page »

Pin It on Pinterest