THE PREMIER L G B T Q + BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY Vol. 10 AUSTIN
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LGBTQ+ Austin
Austin, on the eastern edge of Texas Hill Country, is not only the state capital, but lays claim to being the “live music capital of the world.” It’s also a center for film, home to the University of Texas and Formula 1’s Circuit of the America’s raceway.
Its abundant parks and lakes are popular for hiking, biking, swimming, boating and other outdoor pursuits. Years ago when people talked about Austin they would quickly mention the music. But that’s just the beginning of what they’re saying these days. Austin is also home to a wonderful ballet, world class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping and beautiful outdoor spaces.
You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated history museum. And it’s okay if you don’t have time to fit it all in; you can just come back and visit us again.
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ABOUT
RESTAURANT GUIDE
Aba Austin
Hip spot serving seafood & Mediterranean classics such as kebabs, hummus & falafel, plus cocktails.
1011 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX
ATX Cocina
Modern Mexican fare including seafood & mezcal & tequila cocktails anchor this upscale eatery.
110 San Antonio St #170, Austin, TX
Eureka!
Burger bar also pouring craft beer & small-batch whiskeys in a historic space with a woodsy flair.
200 E 6th St, Austin, TX
Fixe Southern House
Upscale Southern eatery for grits, biscuits & creative seafood & steak options in chic dining rooms.
500 W 5th St, Austin, TX
Foreign & Domestic
Seasonal American-European fare plus wine & craft beer in a bustling setting.
306 E 53rd St, Austin, TX
Jack Allen’s Kitchen Oak Hill
Lively restaurant & bar for upscale Southwestern cuisine made with ingredients from local farms.
7720 State Hwy 71 West, Austin, TX
Juniper
Delicate, Northern Italian–inspired cuisine & gin cocktails.
2400 E Cesar Chavez St #304, Austin, TX
Main Street Social
Enjoy great grub, play some games, and reconnect.
1651 TX-332 Loop #115, Liberty Hill, TX
North Italia
Modern Italian option serving thin-crust pizzas & sophisticated Italian fare.
500 W 2nd St #120, Austin, TX
Odd Duck
Upscale eatery doling out locally sourced New American chow & drinks in a contemporary setting.
1201 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Olamaie
Southern fare is elevated with farm-fresh ingredients & modern plating in an elegant refurbished home.
1610 San Antonio St, Austin, TX
Otoko
Modern omakase tasting menus plus craft cocktails in an intimate space within a hotel.
1603 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX
Punch Bowl Social Austin
Lofty venue for bowling, karaoke, PingPong & other games, with a bar for cocktails & comfort foods.
11310 Domain Dr, Austin, TX
Roaring Fork
Wood-fired steaks & slow-roasted pork, plus cocktails & dessert in the InterContinental Hotel.
701 Congress Ave, Austin, TX
Roaring Fork
Sleek restaurant with a buzzy happy hour serving upmarket Southwestern fare. 10850 Stonelake Blvd, Austin, TX
Salty Sow
Braised, poached & stewed dishes, plus cocktails & craft brews, are served in a laid-back setting.
1917 Manor Rd, Austin, TX
The Peached Tortilla
Casual eatery with retro flair known for banh mi tacos & other Asian-fusion fare & a whiskey menu.
5520 Burnet Rd #100, Austin, TX
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
Our two shows start at 5pm and 8pm on Sunday, May 21, 2023. For more info visit: oilcanharrys.com/special-events
MAY 21
AUSTIN LGBTQ+ WEDDING EXPO
Join us at the elegant Austin Marriott South on Sunday May 21st, and enjoy the opportunity to mingle with a variety of seasoned wedding professionals
Our two shows start at 5pm and 8pm on Sunday, June 4, 2023. For more info visit: oilcanharrys.com/special-events
JUN 18
ALEXIS MICHELLE OF RUPAUL’S DRAG RACE ALL STARS 8
She knows her way around here! Direct from RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 8, it’s Alexis Michelle! She’ll be tearing up
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
2023.fantasticfest.com/welcome
AUGUST
AUG 12
AUSTIN PRIDE PARADE & FESTIVAL
With over 400,000 attending in 2022, this year will be even BIGGER! You have come to expect amazing entertainment from Austin PRIDE and this year will be no exception!!
For more info visit:
austinpride.org/pride-2023
AUG 12-13
CITY-WIDE VINTAGE SALE
City-Wide Vintage Sale is a womanowned small business that originated in Austin, Texas. We have been an incubator for small businesses since 1977. Our customers include vintage store owners, set designers, interior designers, recyclers, sustainers, bargain hunters and anyone who loves great vintage at great prices!
For more info visit: bit.ly/3LVMyeP
OCTOBER
OCT 3-8
SIX
From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over!
For more info visit: bit.ly/426Tg7v
OCT 20
LILA DOWNS:
DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS
Grammy and Latin Grammy Awardwinning singer Lila Downs brings her unique interpretation of traditional Mexican and Mesoamerican music, deeply personal renditions of classic rancheras, as well as her own original songs to create a voyage of emotions, movement and sound that celebrate
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BAR GUIDE
Big Country Organic Brewing Co.
16 taps filled with staples and seasonals.
2400 Patterson Industrial Dr, Pflugerville, TX
Cheer Up Charlie’s
Queer hipster haven in East Austin. 900 Red River St, Austin, TX
Crown and Anchor Pub
Popular watering hole with a dogfriendly patio.
2911 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX
Firehouse Lounge
Bar serving craft cocktails in a circa-1885 fire station.
605 Brazos St, Austin, TX
Friends Bar
Energetic option for live performances. 208 E 6th St, Austin, TX
Midnight Cowboy
Intimate reservations-only lounge.
313 East 6th St, Austin, TX
Oilcan Harry’s
Austin’s busiest gay bar and dance floor. 211 W 4th St, Austin, TX
Rain
Popular lounge.
217B W 4th St, Austin, TX
The Jackalope
Great Food, Total Dive. 404 E 6th St, Austin, TX
The Iron Bear
The Bear’s Lair. 301 W 6th St, Austin, TX
The Roosevelt Room
Inventive craft cocktails are served in an airy, industrial-chic space.
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LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY
ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
aGLIFF
Creating positive and visible film programs relevant to the lives of LGBTQ+ identified people and partnering with other organizations to enlighten the public. agliff.org
6800 Westgate Blvd, Austin, TX
allgo
Offering a variety of programs to support QPOC. allgo.org
701 Tillery, Austin, TX
Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce
Creating and supporting a vibrant and prosperous regional economy strengthened through the full participation of diverse local communities.
austinlgbtchamber.com
201 W 5th St, 11th Floor, Austin, TX
Equality Texas
A statewide political advocacy organization in Texas that advocates for LGBTQ+ rights. equalitytexas.org
People’s Community Clinic
Improving the health of medically underserved and uninsured Central Texans. austinpcc.org
1101 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX
The Octopus Club
a grassroots, volunteer fundraising arm of AIDS Services of Austin dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the Paul Kirby Emergency Fund through annual events and parties. octopusclub.org
Vivent Health
A national HIV health care system
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20 BUSINESS DIRECTORY AUDIOLOGIST Hears to You .......................................... 17 BREWERY Big Country Organic Brewing Co......... 5 CRYSTALS & MINERALS Nature’s Treasures of Texas ........................ Front Cover, 10-11 ELECTRICIAN Cutting Edge Electrical Services LLC ........................ 6-7 GARAGE DOORS Austin Overhead Door Company ........ 3 HEALTHCARE Austin Regional Clinic .......................... 13 Hears to You .......................................... 17 HOTEL Barons Creekside ........................... 18-19 OVERHEAD DOORS Austin Overhead Door Company ........ 3 PATIO DOORS Window World Austin.................... 14-15 PERSONAL INJURY Houston Fish Law ................................... 8 PRIMARY CARE Austin Regional Clinic .......................... 13 ROOFING CONTRACTOR Ruddy’s Roofing...................................... 3 TAPROOM Big Country Organic Brewing Co......... 5 WINDOW INSTALLATION Window World Austin.................... 14-15 WINDOWS Window World Austin.................... 14-15
