Aussie's Volleybar & Grill

306 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78704

Camron R. writes: I'm guessing when you have this kind of location, you can get away with whatever you want. If you want to serve sub-par bacon cheeseburgers with sub-par French fries it doesn't really matter because you've got the beach volleyballers and captive,…

Vinny's Ten-0-Three Cafe
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1003 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78704

Michelle C. writes: Austin reminds me of the old Garrison Keillor line, "Welcome to Lake Wobegon, where all the women are strong, all the men are good-looking, and all the children are above average."  Except in Austin's case, it's the bat guano fumes that are strong;…

hovercraft!
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1115 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704

jessica s. writes: No regrets my a$$!  I regret not trying on or buying the sweetest vintage redesigned little Lacoste navy blue cardigan that I saw at Hovercraft months ago.  I just couldn't justify buying a sweater in summer!  I'm practical but dammit, I can't get it…

Casa Garcias
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1000 S Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78704

Rose M. writes: I don't know...there is just something mighty comforting about American cheese, no matter what it tops. Today it topped my Fajita omelette at Casa Garcias.

This place is super clean and cheery. The decor is standard Tex-Mexian, but the entire staff…

Austin Art Glass
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1608 South Congress
Austin, TX 78704

Jackson R. writes: Blown glass is cool.  It has a grace to it that no other art form has.  Glass gives you the movement of sculpture, with more warmth and the color of paint with more depth.  It totally rocks.

OK, so enough of me sounding like some pompous art critic…

Herpeton Exotic Pets - South
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

4211 S Lamar Blvd Ste A1
Austin, TX 78704

Leslie L. writes: I love the weird ass kids who work in here.  The disenfranchised, high-school, reptile and small mammal lovin kids.  And I like their managers, too.  All of these people TRULY love animals.  

I go in at least twice a month to pick up food and bedding…

Christmas Lights at 37th Street
Neighborhood: University of Texas

37th Street & Guadalupe
Austin, TX 78705

Sarah M. writes: So while technically this attraction is not a business, it's a burst of Austin local flavor and should be recognized so the newbies can swing by and have a look.

For over 25 years now, 37th Street has demonstrated Justice League-like teamwork by…

Spec's Wines, Spirits, & Finer Foods

5775 Airport Blvd
Austin, TX 78752

Quani C. writes: An alcoholic's heaven.  When I walked into this MASSIVE liquor store, it almost brought a tear to my eye.  I pass this place driving home every day and I just HAD to stop in before going to a Nip/Tuck season finale party.  

The original Spec's is in…

Sophia's Beauty & Barber Salon

2512 Guadelupe
Austin, TX 78705

Paige M. writes: It's the place near the eyeglass store with a yellow sign out front advertising $7 haircuts. Sophia is the buxom , platinum-haired Armenian who runs the shop herself. I think it used to be a meat locker or two lanes of a bowling alley but now…

Campus Club
Neighborhood: University of Texas

405 W 25th St
Austin, TX 78705

Jaime M. writes: Hobnob with the professorial elite, the ex-professorial elderly, and their tag-along students!
I've attended my share of Campus Club luncheons (including two weeks straight, once!) and award ceremonies.
I can't say the food has ever blown me away or…

Ecomat of Austin
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2915 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

Hoa N. writes: The only dry cleaners I give my business to. No nasty chemicals such as perchlorethylene here. I have had good luck with overall cleaning, pressing, and removing stains -- plus they are careful with my silk things. Timely, friendly, priced right.…

The Dance Zone
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2323 San Antonio St
Austin, TX 78705

Rachel F. writes: Let me start by saying that I am by no means a dancer.  In fact, I was kicked out of ballet class at age 4 because I refused to wear the ballet slippers (I thought tennies were way cooler).  I can't touch my toes.  And so on.

So when my roommate…

Pluckers Wing Factory & Grill
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2222 Rio Grande St
Ste D116
Austin, TX 78705

Christine A. writes: I have only had the buttermilk onion rings but they are so damn good I think it is enough for a review.  Add my love for the rings to the positive comments from our teenage son and I guess that makes it a family review.  

The buttermilk onion rings…

Madam Mam's Noodles and More
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2514 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

Mr Doctor X. writes: What a happy little Thai place.  Tasty but not amazing food for a modest price.  Curry, rice, and noodle dishes served by a mysterious whip-cracking culinary dominatrix known only as the "the Madam".

While the food is merely good, for some reason…

All Saints Episcopal Church
Neighborhood: University of Texas

209 W 27th St
Austin, TX 78705

Larry M. writes: If the state of Texas let my kind get married, I'd probably do it here.

Beautifully located on the north UT campus, All Saint's has to be the most beautiful, picturesque churches in Austin. It's small size and chapel dating back to 1899 does play a…

Texas Sports & Family Medicine
Neighborhood: University of Texas

3200 Red River St Ste 201
Austin, TX 78705

Don R. writes: I love this Doctor''s office.  First off, a disclaimer - my wife used to work with these doctors when they were still at the Student Health Clinic at UT.  

Texas Sports and Family Medicine is a group of three physicians that branched out from The…

Kimberly Carter, MD
Neighborhood: Downtown

313 E 12th St
Ste 100
Austin, TX 78701

Helen Back A. writes: Dr. Carter is the best doctor ever!  She really takes time with her patients, and she truly listens. Dr. Carter is also incredibly intelligent, insightful, and has a great sense of humor. It's so reassuring to see a doctor that is continually…

Thai Kitchen
Neighborhood: University of Texas

3009 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

Justin B. writes: I dunno, dawg...It was just aight for me. I mean, I'm gonna keep it real, aight?

Yo, yo, yo, yo. Listen:

First, your flavors are off the hook. I'll give you props on that, dawg. I haven't seen coconut sauce that rich since I worked with a little band…

Junior's Beer & Wine
Neighborhood: University of Texas

705 W 29th St Austin
Austin, TX 78705

Sasha C. writes: To step into juniors is a step back into a more innocent time when the neighborhood icehouse was your source for constant beer.  This place is nothing more than a shack with a big refrigerator.  I appreciate the simplicity of the operation and the…

Hey Cupcake!
Neighborhood: 78704 (South Austin)

1600 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704

Michelle B. writes: You've got an entire Airstream trailer full of cupcakes???

OMG! Whip the car around right now! U-Turn!

*everyone's face smooshes up against the side windows*

After we all smoothed out our hair, and got out of the car, we sampled both the red velvet…

Michael E Killian, MD
Neighborhood: University of Texas

Red River Family Practice
900 E 30th St, Ste 300
Austin, TX 78705

Megan R. writes: I have been seeing Dr. Killian for almost 3 years and I have always been very pleased with him.  I tend to go to the doctor for things that are vague but seriously bothering me, and he has never made me feel stupid or like a hypochondriac, and has…

Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches
Neighborhood: University of Texas

3203 Red River Street
Austin, TX 78705

William M. writes: Until I came to school in Austin I had never heard of Jimmy John's. Now I see what I was missing. This Jimmy John's is just a quick walk down the hill from my dorm and serves as the alternate dinner spot if the dining hall is too crowded or has…

Austin Radiological Association

901 W 38th St
Ste 100
Austin, TX 78705

Jaye J. writes: These guys know me well. This location of ARA is conveniently located beneath my oncologist's office and my oncologist even does my scan scheduling for me.

I've been to ARA at least 6 times in the past year for regular radiological services like CT…

Easy Rhino Pub
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2815 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

Raul M. writes: Don't bother going to this place unless you got a eulogy prepared.  It's now a condo unit, and the world is probably a better place for it;  but for the 2 years that I lived in Austin, "The Rhino" was my favorite place to get 25cent buffalo wings and…

Austin's Pizza
Neighborhood: University of Texas

2324 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705

Corinne R. writes: Like Catherine D. and Sarah M., I dig Austin's pizza. Love the upper deck seating area with lots of windows, TVs, and beer. Although the last time I was there the staff was a bit frazzled, all in all this is a great spot for a hot pie when you're in…

Gilmore Massage Therapy

2520 Longview St, Ste 215
Nob Hill Building
Austin, TX 78705

Dawn M. writes: sometimes it takes a few bad massage experiences to find your perfect match.  i found her.  alexa is fantastic.  awhile back i had severely injured my ankle.  i was still in pain 3 months later, unable to move it.  alexa jumped right in and worked…

The Vestige Group
Neighborhood: Downtown

PO Box 80043
Austin, TX 78708

Susie G. writes: Yes, everyone. This is the theatre company I co-founded and it is pretty dang amazing. We had our first show this past summer, our second at a large house with food and wine in September  and are gearing up for a mini show at frontera in a week and a…

The Art of Life
Neighborhood: Downtown

P.O. Box 80043
Austin, TX 78708

Susie G. writes: For beautiful, affordable unique art, with personalization options this is for you. For art prints that you can give as gifts on topics dealing with blessings, spirituality, family members, marriage, loss, love, baby gifts and many other categories,…

Union Jack Plumbing

PO Box 90655
Austin, TX 78709

chewy c. writes: Yes, I am actually writing one of those reviews where you address the other Yelpers who have reviewed before you.

Daniel C. with your one star for not getting a call back--um, did something bad happen to you and maybe one time your girlfriend or…

Stitch A Wish

PO Box 90145
Austin, TX 78709

Greg S. writes: This is how customer service should be done! (Pay attention Office Max.)

I was referred to Stitch A Wish by my good friends at Oak Hill Printing- and for good reason as I soon found out! I needed my logo embroidered on a polo shirt so me and my old…

Chain Free Austin
Neighborhood: Downtown

P.O. Box 13477
Austin, TX 78711

Stephanie S. writes: This is a great group of people who are trying to encourage the Austin City Council to ban the chaining of dogs in Austin.  They have worked really hard on this issue and I support them.  Two paws UP!

NEWS FLASH!! THEY WERE SUCCESSFUL!! The…

UT Austin University Health Services

Student Services Building
PO Box 7339
Austin, TX 78713

Kristen F. writes: I've had more good experiences than bad with University Health Services, so I guess it evens out to a four star experience.

My first was the worst.  My scatterbrained mama lost my immunization records, and it was a document I hadn't thought to take…

Texas Stae Travel Guide
Neighborhood: Downtown

PO Box 141009
Austin, TX 78714

Manny A. writes: New to Texas or been here all your life, visit The web site of this tourism office. Learn about festivals, re-enactments and history of all parts of this big ole monster of a state.
On the home page is a free stuff link. I get the travel guide every…

Paw Match
Neighborhood: Downtown

PO BOX
Austin, TX 78715

Catherine D. writes: This is a great rescue organization helping dogs & cats find good homes.  They also have a neat volunteer program for kids. They have animal fairs here at Petsmart on Brodie every weekend, so stop by & pet some cuties.Remember, you don't pick a dog,…

Spirit of the West Travel

8100 Monona Ave
Austin, TX 78717

Eric H. writes: Call Tami for all your travel needs.  She's a sweetheart.  She just helped my family and I plan a great vacation to the Riviera Maya Mexico.  She was very knowledgable and helpful.  She help us get in the right place and even made special requests…

Lifetime Fitness

13725 Ranch Rd. 620 N
Austin, TX 78717

Barrett P. writes: I once heard that 80% of the effort of working out is getting to the gym.  For me, this is true but Lifetime Fitness does its best to inspire folks into wanting the experience.

A giant and beautiful facility just begs for the curious to come and check…