Local Favorites
Some of our favorite spots around Starlight House — all just a few minutes away.
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Micklethwait Craft Meats
Michelin Bib Gourmand · Classic Central Texas BBQ · Open Thursday–Sunday until sold out.Birdie’s
Michelin Guide–recommended · Seasonal food + wine · Walk-ins only.De Nada Cantina
Tacos + handmade tortillas · Known for margaritas.Lil’ Easy
Cajun classics + cocktails · Laid-back neighborhood spot.Llama Queen
Peruvian cuisine · Outdoor seating.Kinda Tropical
Cocktails, bowls + salads · Tropical East Austin vibe.Justine’s Brasserie
French brasserie + cocktails · Great for a date night or late dinner · Reservations recommended.Papa Joe’s Tacos
Neighborhood go-to for tacos + quick bites.OMG Squee
Asian American bakery · Mochi donuts, taiyaki + soft serve · Featured on Netflix’s Queer Eye. -
Palomino Coffee
Neighborhood coffee shop on East 12th.Medici Roasting
Local Austin coffee roaster · Located at Springdale General.Stargazer
Coffee by day + cocktails by night · Located at Springdale Station.Central Machine Works
Brewery + beer hall · Large indoor/outdoor space · Food + live music.Hi Sign Brewing
Local craft brewery + taproom.Southern Heights Brewing Company
Neighborhood craft brewery.Handsome Dan’s
Beer + sandwiches · Located at Springdale Station.Wanderlust Wine Co.
Wine bar with wines on tap + relaxed outdoor seating.Holiday
Stylish neighborhood cocktail bar + restaurant.East End Ballroom
Cocktails + laid-back East Austin atmosphere.Sahara Lounge
Eclectic East Austin bar · Live music + dancing. -
Springdale General
Creative East Austin collection of food, drinks, local shops + a Sunday farmers market.• Medici Roasting — coffee
• Smalls Pizza — NYC-style pizza
• Uroko — sushi hand rolls + omakase experiences
• Front Page — neighborhood bar
• Clover + Maven — gifts + home goods
• The Paper + Craft Pantry — stationery + gifts
• Farmers Market — Sundays, 10 AM–2 PMSpringdale Station
Neighborhood destination for food, drinks + activities.• Stargazer — coffee + cocktails
• Handsome Dan’s — beer + sandwiches
• Bambino — pizza
• Food trucks
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H-E-B Mueller
Full-service grocery store.H-E-B East 7th
Full-service grocery store.Poco Loco
Mexican grocery store · Airport Boulevard.Native Grocery
Neighborhood convenience store · Tillery Street.The Austin Shaker
Independent liquor store · Airport Boulevard.Cork & Screw Wine Shop
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Lift ATX
Local gym · Day passes available.Austin Bouldering Project
Bouldering + climbing · Fitness + yoga.Align Pilates
Local Pilates studio.