Nelda's Tailors

6929 Airport Blvd
Ste 134
Austin, TX 78752

randall h. writes: My mother and I have been using Nelda for as long as we can remember.  The work is always spot on and Nelda is very friendly.  Highly recommend to anybody needing alterations at a reasonable price.

Kim Phung Restaurant

7601 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78752

Lisa A. writes: Cheap noodles and pho. My friend and I had lunch for $12.20 and that included a soda. I have been stuffed all afternoon.

I got the number 32, vermicelli noodles with egg rolls on top, which is what I always get there and at Tan Tan and Pho Hoang.…

Threadgill's Kitchen

6416 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78752

Colby B. writes: It is what it is, and it's not bad.

The chicken fried steak is rock solid. The meatloaf is rock solid. (as in good, not as in rocklike in consistency)

What I really dig on now is the Friday Special ... the King Ranch Chicken. Also, Colby's sure sign…

Old San Francisco Steak House

8709 N I H 35
Austin, TX 78753

Carrie C. writes: I guess I must write a eulogy for the Old San Francisco Steakhouse since it has passed, but write I must because it was so much fun while it lasted.

My brother told me a story once.  When he graduated high school he was 17 with red feathered hair down…

Chuy's

10520 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78753

Ashley A. writes: The whole weekend I was bitching about the lack of good tex-mex food, and then came Chuy's.  I'm the kind of girl who likes everything with cilantro and avocado on it, and they surely deliver.  The nacho plate was huge, and had all the goodies it…

Chem-Free Organic Pest Control

9519 N I H 35
Austin, TX 78753

Vanessa F. writes: These dudes are extremely awesome. When I was close to killing myself due to flea infestation in my house and yard earlier this spring, I called them up in my Austin-wide search for Flea Killers. They use great products that smell really nice, had a…

Evita's Botanitas Mexican Restaurant

6400 S 1st St
Ste B
Austin, TX 78745

Dawn B. writes: after a long day of wedding dress shopping, my friend recommended we try out a place in my new neighborhood.  the strip mall location was a tad bit unusual, but didn't phase me.  

the interior looked like mexico threw up on the walls.  it was…

Bakehouse Restaurant & Bar

5404 Manchaca Rd
Austin, TX 78745

Tara H. writes: Okay, so, when you hear the words "bake" and "house," does it not make you think of a head shop?!?

Seriously.

Anyways, I've only been to the Bakehouse for breakfast. The decor is...odd. Lots and lots of maps and globes with weird 1980's Laura Ashley…

Hunan Chinese Restaurant

1940 W William Cannon Dr
Austin, TX 78745

Allison P. writes: You've got to give this place credit for giving you a lot of bang for your buck. Seriously, the boyfriend and I can split an entree and still have leftovers. So I give them an extra star for the money we save by going to eat here. The food is just:…

River City Donuts Inc

1945 W William Cannon Dr
Austin, TX 78745

Kevin N. writes: I had some high hopes for this place, like maybe I'd walk in here and order my donut and OJ, and the girl behind the register would say something like "that'll be $3.49, right here in River City....pardner."

Alas, that didn't happen, and what did…

Westgate Pet & Bird Hospital

4534 Westgate Blvd
Ste 103
Austin, TX 78745

jennifer p. writes: I needed a better veterinary for my Red Eared Slider turtle, so I found this veterinary. The staffs were so amazing and they did everything they were supposed to do with my turtle. They even worked me into the between of the appointments as it was…

KAZI - 88.7

8906 Wall St Ste 203
Austin, TX 78754

des j. writes: They might have poor equipment or are not using it correctly because at times, during call-in shows you will have echos and distorted sound from both the caller and the host.

That is minor though when you consider that they are the only folks in…

Opal Divine's Marina
Neighborhood: Lamplight Village

12709 Mopac Expy
Austin, TX 78727

Colby B. writes: If I may quote (liberally) the greatest musical of our time, Avenue Q:

NICKY: Oh, Schadenfreude, huh?
What's that, some kinda Nazi word?

GARY COLEMAN: Yup! It's German for "happiness at the misfortune of others!"

NICKY: "Happiness at the misfortune of…

Blood and Tissue Center of Central Texas
Neighborhood: Rosedale

4300 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78756

Ellen J. writes: Doing a good deed has never been so easy! They show up where I work, ask me some questions about my travel habits and sex life, take some blood while I watch reruns of "The Office", and offer all the snacks I want.

My blood goes to a new home and…

Soigne Boutique
Neighborhood: Rosedale

4800 Burnet Rd
Ste 410
Austin, TX 78756

Amy S. writes: I am the owner of Soigne' Boutique. My name is Amy and if there is anything I can do to help out, please let me know! We are here to help you find the perfect outfit for any ocassion on any budget. You are always welcome to just browse and have a…

EZ's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Rosedale

3918 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78756

Colby B. writes: The last time I came here, I was with this friend I had made about a month prior.

Oh yeah, the food's good and the place is clean. Not too expensive. Let me get that out of the way.

So we are at the drink station, getting our drinks. From behind us, I…

Savers Thrift Stores
Neighborhood: Rosedale, Allandale

5222 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78756

Susie G. writes: Rules of shopping at Savers.

1. Always get a cart. On the days where the sales are incredible show up early and fight for a cart. If that fails,  hang out by the dressing room....when someone goes in, steal their cart.

2. Look at every single item of…

Blue Elephant Boutique
Neighborhood: Rosedale

4001 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78756

Erika G. writes: I blame Jessica S. for my credit card woes.

Not really, but her glowing review opened my eyes to a cute new boutique that I had somehow totally missed, considering the fact that I grocery shop and lunch often at the Central Market in the same shopping…

Sarah's Mediterranean Grill & Market
Neighborhood: Rosedale, Allandale

5222 Burnet Rd
Suite 500
Austin, TX 78756

Don P. writes: MISSED CONNECTIONS: spicy chick on bed of rice - m4c - 30 (burnet)
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you were the blond spicy chick hanging out on a bed of rice between the garden and…

Thunderbird Coffee
Neighborhood: Brentwood

1401 W Koenig Ln
Austin, TX 78756

Ellen J. writes: Ironically, I didn't drink any coffee during my visit to Thunderbird Coffee. But what I did have was scrumptious! Their Aroyo de Seco panini was one of the best sandwiches I think I've tasted in a long time. Melted provolone cheese, chicken and…

Pacha
Neighborhood: Rosedale

4618 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78756

Scott B. writes: So, admittedly, I am a fool for this place.  Right after I moved to Austin, I ended up here almost every day: hungover, still strung-out or just looking to start off on a good foot.  In no time I was making friends with most of the employees.

The…

Jorge's Restaurante Y Cantina
Neighborhood: Rosedale

2203 Hancock Dr
Austin, TX 78756

Jen Z. writes: I'm actually looking over at the parking lot of Jorge's Restaurant as I write this.  Two things you should know first: 1) I absolutely love Mexican food; 2) Jorge's is my neighborhood Mexican restaurant, situated very close to my pad.

These two facts…

Top Drawer
Neighborhood: Rosedale

4902 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78756

Cody R. writes: Sorry to kill everyone's buzz here, but Top Drawer wasn't the experience I was expecting after all these 5 star reviews. The best thing about the place? The music.....

I walked in expecting a wonderful consignment experience, I left wondering why I…

Austin Public Library - Yarborough Branch
Neighborhood: Rosedale, Allandale

2200 Hancock Dr
Austin, TX 78756

Michelle C. writes: I totally dig this library - in part because it's walking distance from my house.  OK, so I'm a slave to convenience...but it IS a cool place, with its fabulously art-deco-y sign.  The selection probably isn't as good as it is at some of the larger…

Blue Star Cafeteria
Neighborhood: Rosedale

4800 Burnet Rd. C-300
Austin, TX 78756

Dawn B. writes: wowee wow wow!  i just had the BEST waldorf salad ever.  please, let me elaborate with the following ingredients:  oven roasted turkey, mangos, candied walnuts, gorgonzola, jicama, apples, red onions and honey-dijon mustard dressing. i can die now.…

Dr. Ajay Gupta
Neighborhood: Rosedale

Jefferson Family Practice
1101 W 40th St
Austin, TX 78756

Jaye J. writes: Dr. Gupta literally saved my life. One year ago, I went in complaining of allergies. Something sparked Dr. Gupta to feel like that's not what it was. He ordered a CT Scan with the results stat. That afternoon, I was in the hospital, surrounded by my…

Austin Greek Deli
Neighborhood: Rosedale, Allandale

2320 Hancock Dr
Austin, TX 78756

Chrisopher C. writes: Anybody who know anything bout gyros know if it ain't kronos it ain't sh** This place delivers. A gyro that tastes like home .Want it Chicago Style... Ditch the lettuce and get it with tomato's, onion's and extra sauce. Trust Me!

Groomingdale's of Austin
Neighborhood: Brentwood

1108 W Koenig Ln
Austin, TX 78756

Erika S. writes: In the spirit of full disclosure, you should know I work at Groomingdales as the receptionist. On the one hand I don't know how I feel about my boss seeing this and thinking I'm a suck up. On the other hand, I can't stand that Groomingdales doesn't…

Lone Star Kolaches

3800 North Lamar
Suite 700
Austin, TX 78756

Don P. writes: What's a Kolache?  Good question... not POSITIVE how it started but I'm pretty sure that years and years ago (maybe centuries), Czech-land was experiencing not only a really bad famine, but also they had a huge Dachshund infestation.  

As you know,…

Steven Noreyko Photographer

Austin, TX 78757

Don R. writes: Our business needed head-shots of our owners for marketing materials and a new website.  I knew Steven in high-school and had followed his fashion/editorial/creativ e work - but he also does freakin rockin head-shots.
http://www.headshot-ph...
I…

Alborz Persian Cuisine

3300 W Anderson Ln Ste 303
Austin, TX 78757

D J. writes: I'm driving around North Burnet area looking for this Russian Deli...  "Damn it's closed!   I think  there's an Italian place around here,  That'll do.  Anything but TexMex again (which is often times my favorite... but not tonight).  Maybe it's in…

Blush Skincare by Angie
Neighborhood: Rosedale

4406 Medical Pkwy
Austin, TX 78756

Jaime M. writes: My face is a mess. No, really. Just look at it.

Pimples all over, dry lower cheeks, and an oil slick that runs across the forehead, down the nose and along the cheekbones. Not the skin my mom said I'd have at this point in my life. Those pimples, she…

Kurant Events
Neighborhood: Allandale

6519 Burnet Ln
Austin, TX 78757

Clara M. writes: I just attended my second party that Kurant Events catered.  Delicious food.  Their ginger sandwich cookies are one of the most perfect foods on earth - I really want that recipe.  But everything I tasted was scrumptious.  If I ever hold a catered…

Dog Almighty
Neighborhood: Allandale

6701 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78757

James S. writes: Free foosball. Ghetto ping pong table with a picture of Kim Jong-Il ponging it up. 2 hot dogs, fries, and a drink for $5.50. A large sign proclaiming nitrates are good for you. Free beer on a certain day of the week. Delicious hot dogs and tater…

Shoe Boxes

2438 Anderson Ln
Ste B2
Austin, TX 78757

jessica s. writes: Good-Shoeboxes is within walking distance from my apartment so I can be enviromentally friendly or more urban.  I really just care about being more urban really-get some Allandale street cred.

Good-If you just want to shop around in the general area…

Terra Toys

2438 W Anderson Ln
Ste C1
Austin, TX 78757

jessica s. writes: Dear Imaginary Boyfriend,

I want to have your baby...so I have more excuses to shop at Terra Toys.  

Terra has been my store for buying a variety of gifts-baby showers (great selection of children's books and fun yet pricey clothes), depressed…

Playland Skating Center

8822 McCann Dr
Austin, TX 78757

Rose M. writes: The late '70s was a beautiful time in my life. On weekends, I would record Casey Kassem on my new jam-box, play Atari, watch Love Boat and Fantasy Island and scribble furiously in my diary about imagined slights and first kisses.

At the time, my…

King Florist
Neighborhood: Allandale

6009 Burnet Rd
Austin, TX 78757

Eileen S. writes: I'm in the process of planning my wedding, and I know from past experiences that King Florist is one of the best.  But, I also know that ownership has changed over the past few years....so, maybe their customer service has as well.

First turn-off:  a…

Elsi's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Allandale

6601 Burnet Rd
Ste 300
Austin, TX 78757

Tobi D. writes: At 3pm I was hungrier than a hostage and couldn't think of anything I was hungry for in particular.  I was at the Junior League resale shop yesterday and remembered seeing Elsi's next door.  I was in the mood for an adventure - a place I'd never been…