We love a neighborhood guide here at City Cast Austin. But Austin’s Bouldin Creek neighborhood is so stacked with great things to do, we’re going to have to do this guide in parts. First up is our favorite places to eat:
Some of the best Thai food in Austin is in Bouldin Creek at Thai Fresh, 909 W. Mary St. The no-frills restaurant serves up the best tom kha soup and every curry is a must-try. You won’t need a reservation and you’re guaranteed to have a great time.
Sandy’s Hamburgers, 603 Barton Springs Rd., is worth fighting the traffic on Barton Springs Road. The burger joint opened in 1946 and has all the classics on its menu: cheeseburgers, hot dogs, BLTs, french fries, shakes, and malts. Stopping by after a swim at Barton Springs Pool and getting a chocolate ice cream cone is one of the joys of living in Austin!
Austin has exploded with new pizza restaurants to try in recent years but Dovetail Pizza will be long-lasting. Pies range from pepperoni or cheese to innovative bites like the chicken artichoke or prime rib pizzas.
Here’s an itinerary for a perfect evening in Austin: After dinner at Thai Fresh or Dovetail, head to Dolce Neve Gelato, 1713 S. 1st St., to finish off the night with a cup of creamy gelato. Dolce Neve always has pistachio, chocolate, and salted caramel gelatos available in addition to rotating flavors like tiramisu, chocolate with candied orange peels, and almond custard. Yum!
🌮 Fresa’s
We know, we know. Fresa’s, 1703 S. 1st St., isn’t anything new. But the restaurant has stood the test of time and for good reason — you can always count on Fresa’s for a great meal! We recommend any of the tacos but especially the La Mari which is made with shrimp. Make sure you order a side of street corn!
The latest iteration of Swedish Hill is in Bouldin Creek, located at 1804 S. 1st St. The coffee shop has ample seating and all your Swedish Hill favorites like chocolate croissants, cortados, and nutella morning buns.
