The quest for the perfect beer ends at this Highlands newcomer housed in a former church. Complete with religious objets d'art and a gastro-pub menu, its beers come from around the world. En savoir plus .
Take the tour. It offers a close-up view of the baseball bat manufacturing process. En savoir plus .
It's an amazing Santa Monica fixture for me. It's deceptively simple and fresh Tuscan fare, with seasonal specialties. Highly recommend the incredible sweet corn ravioli with truffle sauce. En savoir plus .
This hiking and nature trail was the estate of an opera singer in the '30s. At the top of the steep hill, there's a huge bench where you can just sit and look out on the greatest view. En savoir plus .
Parking isn't a problem. At this Hollywood-goes-to-the-movies icon, with big screens, you go right in and out! En savoir plus .
It's a great place to have meetings, because it's never that crowded and the tables are separated enough that you can't be overheard. Elsewhere, you're whispering, thinking, Why am I even here? En savoir plus .
It's kind of the "Hollywood Booth," the classic. You feel like you're in your messy uncle's favorite restaurant. Always have a martini at the bar. En savoir plus .
It's such an artifact—totally untouched. Sitting at the bar and having a martini there is like being in a Raymond Chandler novel. En savoir plus .
It has a great Old Hollywood feel, kind of "Ocean's Eleven." It was a big Frank Sinatra restaurant. Order the salmon or the pasta. Eat all of the delicious rolls. En savoir plus .
Off-duty chefs have been trekking to this sushi heaven forever. Sit on cushioned benches at your own table, or saddle up to the rectangular sushi bar for an authentically zen experience. En savoir plus .
This Oak Lawn-area emporium for gifts, unique books, jewelry and cards features plenty of Dallas artists. En savoir plus .
There is a vacant vertical spot on the wall at the Prado. That's because El Greco's masterpiece, "Pentecost," is in Dallas now—along with the rest of this museum's Spanish Masters collection. En savoir plus .
They serve traditional-but-fancy Mexican, like Filete Pimienta and Pechuga de Pollo a la Parilla. The maitre'd always has a cool car parked out front. En savoir plus .
Once a grocery store, this institution specializes in New Orleans seafood served by veteran waiters in the building's '50s-style dining room. Get a shrimp loaf and the best lemon meringue pie ever. En savoir plus .
It's a clean, compact grape haven that emphasizes quality reserves over trendy volume. Refined yet intimate service. En savoir plus .
A great spot in the South End with unusual tapas, big on pig. It has a super wine list and a really fun vibe. En savoir plus .
A hundred years ago it was a church and now it's a live-music venue. When Goodie Mob did a reunion concert, they played it there. En savoir plus .
This mall has all the high-end designers, from Giorgio Armani to Jimmy Choo, in one place. En savoir plus .
A small shop in Little Five Points where you can design your own T-shirt. En savoir plus .
Local producers bring their goods to the parking lot behind the Cathedral of St. Philip. Saturday mornings April through December. En savoir plus .
Reader tip: A local favorite. The fantastic Bob Schneider on Monday nights and the friendliest crowd in Austin. En savoir plus .
For $39, the "bottomless brunch" covers unlimited small plates and all the Sangria, Bloody Marys or Margaritas one can handle. (There is a two-hour limit to the bottomlessness.) En savoir plus .
Go for the honkytonk music. Sunday afternoons feature great live music and bingo played with a chicken. En savoir plus .
A breakfast taco favorite. Their Heather tacos and Dona salsa are addictive. En savoir plus .
Reader tip: Best breakfast tacos plus Juan is always there to greet you with a smile and a handshake En savoir plus .
Reader tip: Incredible burgers! And get a tattoo at Sailor's Grave right around the corner. En savoir plus .
Reader tip: Five soups made daily, beautiful patio, old house, best sandwiches in town. En savoir plus .
Reader tip: It was packed with celebrities who appreciated the SXSW open, casual, shared dining experience. You won't be disappointed. I promise. En savoir plus .
