Elizabeth + Alexander
Things To Do
La Condesa
If you have a sweet tooth like Liz you'll want to try one of her favorite desserts in all of Austin (only at La Condesa) called the BOCA NEGRA 9 which is a flourless chocolate cake, chile de árbol, ancho, chipotle, caramelized banana, brown sugar-banana ice cream. Needless to say, she has a blast eating it every time.
Lamberts Barbecue
Alex and I are closet foodies and never cease to not discover the best food in any town. We stumbled upon Lamberts one NYE and have kept coming back ever since. The crispy wild boar ribs here don't disappoint. Get them on Happy Hour. Half Price Appetizers and Bar Food $2 off All Beverages at Both Bars 7 Days a Week, 5 – 7pm
Better Half Coffee & Cocktails
Just that.
Merit Coffee
Sure’ nuff.
Jack Allen's Kitchen
We enjoy having dinner here. Needless to say, if you like a good cocktail ordering the Cactus Jack is the move.
Fresa's Chicken
Alex and I love love love Fresa's chicken on a hot summer day. You can find us out on there patio livin' our best life. The patio is dog-friendly so you can imagine our attention spans while we make new friends.
Pool Burger
Cool Burgers / Tiki Drinks / Good Vibes
Elizabeth Street Cafe
Noodles * Bánh Mì * Boulangerie. We really like the name.
Lucy's Fried Chicken
One of Austin’s favorite homegrown restaurants and one of Liz and Alex's top picks to take visiting friends and family. The offerings include fresh gulf oysters, an innovative take on comfort food classics, and fried chicken that’s pretty dang perfect. You can't go wrong here
Gourdough's Big. Fat. Donuts.
Alex's. Ultimate. Favorite.
Loro
Casual Asian-inspired smokehouse from James Beard Award-winning Chefs Uchi’s Chef Tyson Cole and Franklin Barbecue's owner/meat guru Aaron Franklin joined forces this year to create a concept that merges Asian flavors with smoked meats. Don’t expect precious plating or four-star service, though; Loro keeps things simple with a counter-service ordering, beer, wine, and cocktails, as well as elevated-yet-unfussy favorites.
Sway | Modern Thai
Modern Thai restaurant. Get the chicken wings and the jelly beer singha (aka frozen beer).
Midnight Cowboy Bar
Unmarked entrance? Check. Extravagant cocktails? Check. Windowless subterranean atmosphere? and Check Check. Midnight Cowboy is one of Austin’s most secluded and secret(ish) spots amongst the best bars in town IF you can figure out how to get in. I may tell you the password but you can try your luck making a reservation at this speakeasy here https://midnightcowboymodeling.com/
Mount Bonnell
If you want a truly beautiful view of the city, drive to Mount Bonnell. When Alex and I feel like being "one with nature" we hike it up here and reach the viewpoint to watch the sunset looming almost 800 feet over Austin. Alex likes to get close to the edge. Liz does not.
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
Take a midday dip like we do. Middle of the city oasis.
The Domain Shopping Center
Shop til' ya drop.
Lady Bird Lake
Stand up paddle boarding.
Lake Travis
Rent a boat from the watersports rental place called "just for fun" and bask in the TX rays.
Odd Duck
Don't ask questions. Just go.
Emmer & Rye
Tapas style place to hang at the bar counter with your crew.
Desert Door Distillery
Are you ready for something mystical? If you get a wild hair and want to visit West Texas mosey on over to the Desert Door Distillery.
Pool at South Congress Hotel
Go for a dip in this swanky hotel pool. Whether you’re a guest or as local, several high-end hotels in town offer day passes to their luxurious pools and cabanas to the public for a fee.