cwnorman Posted May 1, 2007 Share Posted May 1, 2007 Know there are a couple of Austinites on here, and after all the info I got from the wedding song post, figured I would give this a shot. I'm flying down to Austin Thurs night for a Bachelor party weekend. The only plans we have (that I know of!) are golf out at Barton Creek on Saturday, followed by a drive over to Salt Lick BBQ. Their any good local acts playing this weekend or must check out restaurants? There is a group that might catch Son Volt Fri night and just about the whole crew can't believe the luck of missing the DBT Dirt underneath tour rolling through there by a day or so. Anyway....any and all information would be greatly appreciated. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted May 1, 2007 Share Posted May 1, 2007 I know what I'd be doing...THE PRINCE SING ALONG! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cwnorman Posted May 1, 2007 Author Share Posted May 1, 2007 I know what I'd be doing...THE PRINCE SING ALONG! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
socbret Posted May 1, 2007 Share Posted May 1, 2007 Some mexican places:Matt's El RanchoTres AmigosGueros Sounds like Saturday is going to be a great day. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cwnorman Posted May 1, 2007 Author Share Posted May 1, 2007 Some mexican places:Matt's El RanchoTres AmigosGuerosSounds like Saturday is going to be a great day. Yeah, I think as long as the weather cooperates, Saturday will be a blast. Heard alot about the Barton Creek area, and specifically the courses, and Salt Lick is one of my favorite places in the nation to eat! Thanks for the mexican joint recs. When I was a little kid I satyed with my dad for a month during the summer while he was in Austin finishing his PhD. We would got to two places all the time...one was Jorges, which I really liked. it could be complete shite, but I remember us both really liking it. We also went to this joint that all the waiters were Comic Book Characters...this place was obviously the greatest place in the world for a 5 year old! The last time I was in Austin was for the 2005 ACL fest (which ever year Wilco played)...we were so busy food was not a big priority. We did have some damn good mexican though. We're going to be at the 6th street hilton just because that was the best place for everyone, but we're looking for things to do that are not necessarily in the 6th street area.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Atticus Posted May 1, 2007 Share Posted May 1, 2007 "There's an old saying in Tennessee - I know it's in Texas, probablyin Tennessee - that says, fool me once, shame on - shame on you. Foolme - you can't get fooled again." -George W. Bush, Nashville, Tenn., Sept. 17, 2002 every time I see that I lol. priceless... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wilceaux Posted May 1, 2007 Share Posted May 1, 2007 Hey cw, I responded in the wedding songs thread before I saw this one. I just wanted to add, another cool band on Friday night you might be interested in is Chili Cold Blood.They are playing at Beerland on Red River. This looks interesting. "CINCO DE MAYO CHICAS POBRES FUNDRAISER is your chance to see the TXRD Lonestar Rollergirls take off their skates (or not?) for some pudding wrestling, tricycle jousting, belching, and other ladylike competition. There's also beer, live music, a team-date auction, and fun activities for the kids. All of today's proceeds benefit the above mentioned Rollergirls (aka, the chicas pobres). Sat., May 5, 3-9pm. Independence Brewery, 3913 Todd Ln, 797-7879. $10 ($15/two people, free, kids under 12). info@txrd.com " And congratulations! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cwnorman Posted May 1, 2007 Author Share Posted May 1, 2007 Hey cw, I responded in the wedding songs thread before I saw this one. I just wanted to add, another cool band on Friday night you might be interested in is Chili Cold Blood.They are playing at Beerland on Red River. This looks interesting. "CINCO DE MAYO CHICAS POBRES FUNDRAISER is your chance to see the TXRD Lonestar Rollergirls take off their skates (or not?) for some pudding wrestling, tricycle jousting, belching, and other ladylike competition. There's also beer, live music, a team-date auction, and fun activities for the kids. All of today's proceeds benefit the above mentioned Rollergirls (aka, the chicas pobres). Sat., May 5, 3-9pm. Independence Brewery, 3913 Todd Ln, 797-7879. $10 ($15/two people, free, kids under 12). info@txrd.com " And congratulations! Saw that. Appreciate the advice. Will look into chili cold blood and possibly the rollergirls. FYI...don't forget the 2nd weekend of jazz fest will be going on Sat and Sun just two hours away. Line-up is a little lame this year which made it much easier to miss my first fest since 1993. Anyway, congratulations to you to and be sure to get you some good seafood....and some boudin and cracklin if your like me.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
socbret Posted May 2, 2007 Share Posted May 2, 2007 On second thought, scratch Tres Amigos and go with either Matt's or Curra's if you're doing mexican...can't go wrong there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Understood Posted May 3, 2007 Share Posted May 3, 2007 Food-wise, it's hard to go wrong with Chuy's, Trudy's, Guero's, Threadgill's, Hill's Cafe, Stubb's or Iron Works (though it seems like you've got the last two covered -- bbq -- with the Salt Lick). I know I've left a ton of great stuff out; if there's a kind of food you're hankering for, say the word and I'll give you my read. For entertainment, the Continental Club, Ginny's Little Longhorn (more ambience than musical draws, typically), and South Congress (which is actually where the Continental Club is) are hard to beat. Avoid 6th St. unless you're into the college-age bar/dancing scene; the 4th St. area/Warehouse District can be fun, but it's increasingly crowded and yuppified. As time allows, grab a movie (along with a good meal and beer/wine) at one of the Alamo Drafthouse locations. Enjoy Austin! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
OOO Posted May 3, 2007 Share Posted May 3, 2007 Off Topic, but I am moving to Austin for fun. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cwnorman Posted May 3, 2007 Author Share Posted May 3, 2007 Food-wise, it's hard to go wrong with Chuy's, Trudy's, Guero's, Threadgill's, Hill's Cafe, Stubb's or Iron Works (though it seems like you've got the last two covered -- bbq -- with the Salt Lick). I know I've left a ton of great stuff out; if there's a kind of food you're hankering for, say the word and I'll give you my read. For entertainment, the Continental Club, Ginny's Little Longhorn (more ambience than musical draws, typically), and South Congress (which is actually where the Continental Club is) are hard to beat. Avoid 6th St. unless you're into the college-age bar/dancing scene; the 4th St. area/Warehouse District can be fun, but it's increasingly crowded and yuppified. As time allows, grab a movie (along with a good meal and beer/wine) at one of the Alamo Drafthouse locations. Enjoy Austin! Much obliged! Was planning on hitting South Congress and will check out 4th st area. can't wait! Will be gettinginto town tonight! Thanks again for all the info..... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cwnorman Posted May 3, 2007 Author Share Posted May 3, 2007 Food-wise, it's hard to go wrong with Chuy's, Trudy's, Guero's, Threadgill's, Hill's Cafe, Stubb's or Iron Works (though it seems like you've got the last two covered -- bbq -- with the Salt Lick). I know I've left a ton of great stuff out; if there's a kind of food you're hankering for, say the word and I'll give you my read. For entertainment, the Continental Club, Ginny's Little Longhorn (more ambience than musical draws, typically), and South Congress (which is actually where the Continental Club is) are hard to beat. Avoid 6th St. unless you're into the college-age bar/dancing scene; the 4th St. area/Warehouse District can be fun, but it's increasingly crowded and yuppified. As time allows, grab a movie (along with a good meal and beer/wine) at one of the Alamo Drafthouse locations. Enjoy Austin! Thought of one more thing that would be helpful...we're staying at the Downtown Hilton on 5th and Neches. Looks like 4th street will be right out the back door and hopefully we're close to the 4th st/warehouse distric. It would be nice to know some cool bars and other attractions in the general vacinity. Thanks.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
evil horn Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 a trip to austin isn't complete without a dip into Barton Springs Pool.http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/parks/bartonsprings.htm during ACL two years, I went there on the monday afternoon for a swim and a nap and woke up next to John Stirratt. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Big Perm Posted May 4, 2007 Share Posted May 4, 2007 for a good bar, go to the Mean Eyed Cat, west 5th st. - Johnny Cash bar, formerly the old cut rite chainsaw shop. Go to the continental club, and on 6th st. the one thing I recommend is to go into casino el camino for a late night burger. It's on the south side of 6th, not far from the Hilton. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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