18 Austin Gems You Might Not Know About

The City Cast Austin team came up with a list of our favorite bars, restaurants, and activities that we think are too under-the-radar.

But before we get to that, a disclaimer: The term “hidden gem” is a complicated one. One could argue that nothing is a hidden gem, or that hidden gems are just places that don’t get enough attention. We could go 'round and 'round about the term. So, it’s best to take this list with a grain of salt, OK?

Enjoy!

🍸 Hidden Bars

• Deep Eddy Cabaret, 2315 Lake Austin Blvd.
• Carousel Lounge, 1110 E. 52nd St.
• The Gallery at Continental Club, 1313 S. Congress Ave.
• Stargazer, 979 Springdale Road
• Rosie’s Wine Bar, 1130 W. Sixth St.

🍔 Hidden Restaurants

• Otherside Deli, 1104 W. 34th St.
• Julio’s Cafe, 4230 Duval St.
• Quality Seafood Market, 5621 Airport Blvd.
• The Silver Medal, 7100 U.S. 290 Frontage Rd
• Posse East, 2900 Duval St.
• Teddy’s, 1601 W. 38th St.

🖼️ Hidden Activities

• Shooters Billiards & Sports Bar, 11416 Ranch Road 620 North
• RichesArt Gallery, 2511 E. Sixth St.
• Landmarks at the University of Texas at Austin, throughout the UT campus
• B Scene at the Blanton Museum of Art, 210 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
• We Luv Video, 100 E. North Loop Blvd.
• AFS Cinema, 6259 Middle Fiskville Road
• Texas Union Theater, 2308 Whitis Ave.