Guide to Austin's best spots

Examiner.com: Step into a truly sweet time machine at Big Top Candy Shop on South Congress. Quality candy, genuine faces and a blast from the past. Mehr erfahren.

Examiner.com: Some of the best tacos in south Texas! Mehr erfahren.

Chevrolet: Street-style tacos and plenty of other favorites to feed your hunger for Mexican food. Guero’s is also the place to see and be seen during SXSW & the Austin City Limits Music Festival.

Big Red: Fantastic Sunday brunch here! Arrive early for a seat close to the live gospel band.

HISTORY: Three acres in size, the pool is fed from under ground springs and is on average 68 degrees year round. Over the years it has drawn people from all walks of life.

Ryan Cain: Be sure to ask for some creamy jalapeno with your chips and salsa!

Eater: With a range of prices on their entrees, creative cocktails and a great South Congress location, The Woodland is our go-to birthday restaurant. [Eater 38 Member]

Sunshine Woodyard: The best barbecue I've ever had, it's just as good at the airport as at their original location!