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ore than 500 people from the University of Texas community took the survey this semester. And in this edition we present Austin’s finest in food and drink, entertainment, campus life and much more. Where’s the best happy hour? What’s the best study spot on campus? Whether they’re seasoned champs or newbies (Red Mango, we’re looking at you!), they’re the best of the best according to our voters.
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Food & Drink
Happy hour UTMOST FIRST
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cain & abel’s
Check out: Their Texas teas or a bucket of happyhour priced beers, and add a Cowboy steak wrap. Location: 2313 Rio Grande St. Hours: Monday-Sunday 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Contact: 512-476-3201; cainandabels.com
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Check out: Their salsas made with fresh roasted tomatoes. Location: 219 West 4th St. Hours: Monday-Thursday 5 p.m.-midnight; Friday-Saturday 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Contact: 512-474-2194; 219west.com
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trudy’s
Sushi UTMOST FIRST
Vegetarian/Vegan Veggie Heaven
UTMOST FIRST
Check out: The vegan pot stickers. Location: 1914 A Guadalupe St. Hours: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; SaturdaySunday noon-9 p.m. Contact: 512-457-1013; veggieheavenaustin.com
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Mother’s Cafe & Garden
Check out: The artichoke enchiladas and the back seating among plants and flowers. Location: 4215 Duval St. Hours: Monday-Friday 11:15 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday 10 a.m.10 p.m. Contact: 512-451-3994; motherscafeaustin.com
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Casa de Luz
Check out: The Mexican martini (if you’re 21) and the stuffed jalapenos. Location: 409 West 30th St. Hours: Monday-Thursday 4 p.m.-2 a.m.; Friday-Sunday 7 a.m.2 a.m. Contact: 512-477-2935; trudys.com
Check out: Their buffet-style macrobiotic meals and see the online schedule for on-site yoga classes. Location: 1701 Toomey Road Hours: dinner every day 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. (see website for additional hours) Contact: 512-476-2535; casadeluz.org
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Coffeehouse
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which wich
Check out: The crab salad sandwich. Location: 2348 Guadalupe St. Hours: Every day 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Contact: 512-478-9424; whichwich.com
Thundercloud SUBS
Check out: The local favorite, the Austin club salad, and add a low-fat shake. Location: 3200 Guadalupe St. Hours: Monday-Thursday 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Contact: 512-452-5010; thundercloud.com
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Jimmy John’s
Check out: The Unwich, basically any sandwich without the bread. Location: 601 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Hours: Monday-Sunday 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Contact: 512-478-3111; jimmyjohns.com
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Starbucks
Check out: An iced cocoa cappuccino. Location: 504 W. 24th St., Suite B Hours: Every day 6 a.m.-midnight Contact: 512-472-5211; starbucks.com
Spiderhouse
Check out: The serene and comfortable backyard seating. Location: 2908 Fruth St. Hours: Every day 7 a.m.-2 a.m. Contact: 512-480-9562; spiderhousecafe.com
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Caffe Medici
Check out: Their hazelnut latte, and get there early enough to snag a Tacodeli breakfast taco. Location: 2222 B Guadalupe St. Hours: Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Contact: 512-474-5730; caffemedici.com
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Sushi Niichi
Location: 705 B West 24th St. Hours: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday noon-10 p.m. Contact: 512-469-0499; sushiniichi.com
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Sushi Zushi
Location: 801 South Lamar Blvd. Hours: Sunday-Thursday 5 p.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Contact: 512-916-4808; uchiaustin.com
Location: 1611 West Fifth St. Hours: Monday-Thursday 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.; Saturday 12:30 p.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday 12:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Contact: 512-474-7000; sushizushi.com
24-Hour UTMOST FIRST
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kerbey lane
Location: 2606 Guadalupe St. Contact: 512-477-5717; kerbeylanecafe.com
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Magnolia
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Whataburger
Location: 1920 S. Congress Ave. Contact: 512-445-0000; themagnoliacafe.com
Location: 2800 Guadalupe St. Contact: 512-480-5993; whataburger.com
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Campus/ Neighborhood bar TRAILER FOOD UTMOST FIRST
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Torchy’s Tacos
Check out: The chips and queso with a fried avocado taco on a corn tortilla. Location: 1311 South First St. Hours: Monday-Thursday 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday 7 a.m.-11 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sunday 8
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Cain & abel’s
Hole in the Wall 2ndLocation: 2538 Guadalupe St.
Hours: Every day 3 p.m.-2 a.m. Contact: 512-477-4747; holeinthewallaustin.com
Crown & Anchor 3rdLocation: 2911 San Jacinto Blvd.
Hours: Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.2 a.m.; Sunday noon-2 a.m. Contact: 512-322-9168; myspace. com/crownandanchorpub
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Hey Cupcake
Check out: The Sweetberry, strawberry cream cheese frosting with strawberry cake. Location: 1600 block of South Congress Avenue Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.11 p.m.; Sunday noon-9 p.m. Contact: 512-476-2253; heycupcake.com
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Mighty Cone
Check out: The hot and crunchy chicken cone with the chili-dusted fries. Location: 1600 block of South Congress Avenue Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Contact: 512-383-9609; mightycone.com
BARBECUE JOINT UTMOST FIRST
salt lick
Location: 18300 FM 1826, Driftwood, Texas 78619 Hours: Every day 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Contact: 512-858-4959; saltlickbbq.com
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Rudy’s
Location: 11570 Research Blvd. Hours: Monday-Thursday 6 a.m.9:30 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 6 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 7 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Contact: 512-418-9898; rudys.com
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Ruby’s
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County Line
Location: 512 West 29th St. Hours: Every day 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Contact: 512-477-1651; rubysbbq.com
Location: 6500 Bee Caves Road Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Contact: 512-327-1742; countyline.com
SWEET TREAT UTMOST FIRST
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Red Mango
Location: 2222 Rio Grande St.,
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Location: 3500 Guadalupe St. Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11:30 a.m.-midnight; FridaySaturday 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m. Contact: 512-458-6895; amysicecreams.com
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Location: 1806 Nueces St. Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-11:45 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday 1 p.m.-11:45 p.m. Contact: 512-473-2600; cookiedelivery.com
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Event on Campus UTMOST FIRST
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Forty Acres Fest
This annual festival brings popular music acts not to be missed playing right at the Tower. Forty Acres Fest is the music event on campus every year. Girl Talk played last year’s fest. Contact: utsec.org/faf
UTMOST FIRST
Student Activity Center
A campus newcomer, the SAC is home to fireplace lounges, dance studios and meeting rooms. Place New food options Chick-Fil-A, Taco Cabana and Zen all take Bevo Bucks. Bonus: the building stays open until 3 a.m. every night. Location: 2201 Speedway St. Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-3 a.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-3 a.m.; Sunday noon-3 a.m.
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Perry-CastAneda Library
Check out: Chat with a librarian online before diving into the PCL’s three million volumes. Location: 21st and Speedway Hours: Monday-Thursday 7 a.m. to 2 a.m., Friday 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday noon to 2 a.m. Contact: 512-495-4250 / lib.utexas.edu
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Housing Fair
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Party on the Plaza
Check out: Every February, this fair is the only chance you get to ask all your housing questions directly to apartment managers while walking to class. Location: Gregory Gym Plaza Contact: utexas.edu/tsm Check out: Occuring annually in the fall semester, all proceeds from this event go toward the Student Emergency Fund. Location: Gregory Gym Plaza Contact: partyontheplaza.org
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UTMOST FIRST
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College of Communication
With majors ranging from communication sciences and disorders to radio-television-film the College of Communication is always a favorite among Longhorns. And get ready for the school’s underconstruction Belo New Media Center.
Location: at the corner of Dean Keeton and Guadalupe streets Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact: 512-471-5775; communication.utexas.edu
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training and aerobics classes available through RecSports. Passes are reasonably priced, especially considering what pass-holders get for their money. Just remember to get to the class early enough to get a good spot. Hours: varies by class and semester Contact: utrecsports.org
2nd
Basketball
Check out: Register for March Bracket Madness by March 15, and you could win an intramural Champ T-shirt. Hours: Monday-Thursday 6 a.m.-midnight; Friday 6 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-midnight Contact: 512-471-4373
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College of Liberal Arts
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Pool/Aquatic Complex
Location: Gebauer Building (GEB) Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact: 512-471-4141; utexas.edu/cola
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Location: at the corner of 22nd and Speedway streets Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact: 512-471-5921; new.mccombs.utexas.edu
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Location: W.C. Hogg Building Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact: 512-471- 3285; cns.utexas.edu
Check out: The 1600 sq. ft. wall is available to students for a $8 fee. Hours: Monday-Thursday 2 p.m.-9 p.m.; Friday 2 p.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Contact: 512-471-3116
Check out: Wireless internet is now available in the area surrounding Gregory’s five pools, so you don’t have to sacrifice the sun to get things done. Hours: Hours vary. Check website for times. Contact: 512-471-4373
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Place to go Between Classes UTMOST FIRST
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Check out: Campus newcomer Zen for a chicken teriyaki budget bowl. Only $5! Location: 2201 Speedway Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 3 a.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 a.m., Sunday noon to 3 a.m. Contact: 512-232-0818
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Indulge yourself with grilled chicken sandwiches, chicken nuggets, waffle fries and fresh squeezed lemonade at this quick food stop with two convenient locations on campus. Location: the Student Activity Center and the
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Check out: Families of turtles sunbathing on the rocks that line the pond. Take a break
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Texas Union Hours: visit website for hours Contact: utexas.edu/universityunions
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This massive dorm is the perfect meeting place for those new to campus. A cozy, closeknit community, Jester dwellers get it especially good with the wide-ranging dining halls in this building.
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Location: at San Jacinto and 21st streets Location: on Whitis Avenue just across Dean Keeton
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Towers Location: 801 W. 24th St. Contact: 512-472-5846; universitytowers.com
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Dobie
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The Castilian
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Apartment Complex Historic Hyde Park Living Just minutes from UT
* Free Internet and Cable including HBO! • Large 1 and 2 bedrooms • Serious student community 24 Hour Fitness Facility • Discounted 24 Hour Fitness memberships • Free Covered Parking and Bicycle Garages • Roommate friendly floor plans • Conveniently located by UT Shuttle, Bus #7 • GPA Rebate Program • Online Services Requests • Courtyard and BBQ area • On-site laundry Facility facilites
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UTMOST FIRST
The Quarters
With six unique complexes, The Quarters offers luxury student living that includes sunbathing decks, a 2500 sq. ft. community fitness facility and a West Campus parking garage. Location: 2222 Rio Grande St., Bldg. D, Ste. 200 Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact: 512-531-0123; quartersoncampus.com
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The Block
Check out: The 24hour media center with printer access. Location: 2501 Pearl St., Ste., 101 Hours: Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact: 512-634-8099; theblockoncampus.com
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21 Rio
Check out: The rooftop views of downtown Austin. Location: 2101 Rio Grande St. Hours: Monday–Friday 10 a.m.6 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Contact: 512-391-1991; 21rio. com
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Check out: The rooftop garden and outdoor barbecue grills. Location: 600 W 26th St. Hours: Hours vary. Visit website for times. Contact: 512-477-3400; jefferson26.com
Check out: OfficeMax, SoLa and RunTex on site and at your convenience. Location: 4600 West Guadalupe St., Ste. 1 Hours: Hours vary. Visit website for times. Contact: 512-450-1500; triangleaustin.com
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hair salon law firm UTMOST FIRST
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Contact: nsalonaustin.com
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n salon
Location: 3027 N. Lamar Blvd., #200 Hours: by appointment 512-323-3600;
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Hair
Location: 3405 Guadalupe St. Hours: by appointment Contact: 512-458-5231
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Thomas Saverio Salon and Spa
Location: 5416 Parkcrest Drive, #800 Hours: Monday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday by appointment Contact: 512-323-6015; thomassaverio.com
Law Office of Betty Blackwell
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Location: 1306 Nueces St. Hours: by appointment Contact: 512-479-0149; bettyblackwell.com
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Mecca Gym and Spa
Check out: The 60-minute hydrating Mecca facial for $105. Location: 524 N. Lamar Blvd. Hours: Monday-Thursday 5:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday 5:30 a.m.8 a.m.; Saturday-Sunday 8 a.m.6 p.m. Contact: 512-381-2680; meccagymandspa.com
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William Apt Attorney at Law
Location: 816 Congress Ave., #1510 Hours: by appointment Contact: 512-708-8300
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Location: 2802 1/2 Jefferson St. Hours: by appointment Contact: 512-828-6644; hennanfudell.com
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Milk + Honey Spa
Check out: The quick and easy Buff + Go manicure/ pedicure combo for $55. Location: 204 Colorado St. Hours: open for appointments every day 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Contact: 512-236-1115; milkandhoneyspa.com
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AZIZ Salon & Day Spa
Check out: The Herbal Body Wrap for $45 (and their complimentary parking). Location: 710 W. Seventh St. Hours: Sunday-Monday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.8 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Contact: 512-476-4131; azizsalon.com
Resurrection Tattoo UTMOST FIRST
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Location: 2108 S. Lamar Blvd. Contact: 512851-8288; reztattoo.com
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Platinum Ink
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Rock of Ages
Location: 5128 Burnet Road Contact: 512-453-9465; platinumink.net
Location: 2310 South Lamar Blvd., #105 Contact: 512-804-1213; rockofagestattoo.com
bicycle shop mellow johnny’s
Location: 400 Nueces St. Contact: 512-473-0222; mellowjohnnys.com
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The Peddler Bike Shop
Location: 5015 Duval St. Contact: 512-220-6766; peddlerbike.com
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Clown Dog Bikes
Location: 2821 San Jacinto Blvd. Contact: 512-477-4221; clowndogbikes.com
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oil change/auto care UTMOST FIRST
Groovy lube & automotive
Founded in 1993 with the goal of bringing back the “honest, neighborhood garage,” the mechanics at Groovy Lube Automotive practice environmentally friendly business, recycling everything from oil filters to anti-freeze. Check out their specials online for $10 off a full-service oil change. Location: 3511 Guadalupe St. (automotive loca-
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Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact: 512-275-0535; groovyautomotive.com
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austin collision center
Check out: Their collision repair services. Location: 121 Pickle Road, #C Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Contact: 512-385-1210
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firestone complete auto care
Check out: Their online discounts for tires. Location: 311 South Congress Ave. Hours: Monday-Saturday 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Contact: 512-443-1782; firestonecompleteautocare.com
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electronic repair UTMOST FIRST
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MR. NOTEBOOK
Location: 2401 Rio Grande St. Hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Contact: 512-474-6060; mrnotebook.com
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ONSITE CELLULAR
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Location: 1000 E. 41st St., #300 Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Contact: 512-374-9745; onsitecellularrepair.com
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barbershop UTMOST FIRST
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Check out: Their Tea Tree Experience. Location: 3025 Guadalupe St. Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday noon-6 p.m. Contact: 512-476-4255; supercuts.com
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bird’s barbershop
Check out: Their $15 shave. Location: 2106 Guadalupe St. Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-noon Contact: 512-477-0109; wootenbarbershop.com
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Spincycle Coin Laundry
Location: 3501 Guadalupe St. Hours: Every day 6 a.m.-1 a.m. Contact: 512-380-0218
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Reid’s
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EcoClean
Location: 3317 North Lamar Blvd. Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m.-7 a.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact: 512-302-1870; reidsdrycleaners.com
Location: 2915 Guadalupe St. Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Contact: 512-236-8645; ecocleanaustin.com
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MUSIC venue
UTMOST FIRST
Stubb’s
Also a restaurant serving fine BBQ, Stubb’s is the hottest location for the biggest bands in Austin. Stubb’s has a rich history in Texas and has always been at the heart of the live music capitol of the world. The musical half of his restaurant began when Stubb invited musicians over for Sunday dinner in his original restaurant in Lubbock, Texas. Location: 801 Red River St. Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.- 11 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Contact: 512-480-8341; stubbsaustin.com
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Emo’s
Check out: The beer garden convienetly located outside so you dont have to battle through a crowd to make it to the bar. Location: 603 Red River St. Hours: varies by show; open until 2 a.m. most nights Contact: 512-505-8541; emosaustin.com
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Mohawk
Check out: The beard portraits hanging above the bar while you wait for your ice cold beer. Location: 912 Red River St. Hours: Every day 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Contact: 512-482-8404; mohawkaustin.com
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explosions IN THE SKY
Check out: The new album Alhambra, which was released in February. Contact: myspace.com/explosionsinthesky
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Mother falcon
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SPOON
Check out: The new album Alhambra released in February. Contact: motherfalconmusic.com Check out: The monthly bonus songs posted on their website. Contact: spoontheband.com
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marmalakes
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Check out: Their SXSW shows next week. Contact: asleepatthewheel.com
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Place to Watch UT games UTMOST FIRST
DARRELL K ROYAL-TEXAS MEMORIAL STADIUM
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This state-ofthe-art facility has a capacity of more than 100,000, making it one of the largest in the nation. The scoreboard also tops the records, as the nation’s largest high-definition video display board. Check out the Hall of Fame inside the stadium. Location: 2100 San Jacinto Blvd. Hours: Ticket office hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Contact: 512-471-3333; texassports.com
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CUATROS
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PLUCKER’S
Check out: The gigantic television — perfect for watching any UT sport. Try the fried pickle chips with jalapeno ranch dressing. Location: 1004 W. 24th St. Hours: every day 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Contact: 512-243-6361; cuatrosaustin.com
Check out: The deep-fried mac and cheese, and until March 20 get free deep-fried oreos with the purchase of two entrees. Location: 2222 Rio Grande St. Hours: Sunday-Wednesday 11 a.m.-2 a.m.; Thursday-Saturday 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Contact: 512-469-9464; pluckers.com
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FESTIVAL UTMOST FIRST
AUSTIN CITY LIMITS
This September’s festival marks the 10th anniversary of ACL. Held annually in Zilker Park, thousands of music lovers gather to experience the wide range of talent offered. Check out events listed for Austin Kiddie Limits for youngsters on the official website. Additionally, Traversing Zilker’s 46 acres can build up an appetite. Several food and art vendors line the park. Location: Zilker Park Dates: Sept. 16-18, 2011 Contact: info@aclfestival.com; aclfestival.com
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SOUTH BY SOUTHWEST
Check out: The Daily Texan’s SXSW Preview with this edition of Longhorn Life for all of the must-see shows this year — the guide includes official, unofficial and free shows throughout Austin. Location: various venues downtown Dates: March 11-20, 2011 Contact: sxsw.com
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FUN FUN FUN FEST
Check out: All four stages showcase different genres of music from hiphop to hardcore metal, there is a comedy stage for those in need of a music break. Location: Waterloo Park at 12th and Trinity streets Dates: November 2011 (exact dates not yet released) Contact: funfunfunfest.com
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KVRX SHOW UTMOST FIRST
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(DJ: Kelsey odom) Check out: The range of tunes that feature artists performing in town within the next week. Hours: Monday 10 p.m.-11 p.m. Contact: kvrx.org
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(DJ: Travis Bubenik) Check out: The rural blues, urban folk, country and eastern music. Hours: Tuesday 7 a.m.-9 a.m. Contact: kvrx.org
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(DJ: David Howe) Check out: Local artists playing unplugged sets. Hours: Friday 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Contact: kvrx.org
Downtown Bar UTMOST FIRST
SHAKESPEARE’S
Convientenly located in the heart of Austin, Shakespeare’s offers more than just live music and tasty alcoholic beverages. Sports events are displayed on the many plasma screen TV’S, there is a dance club in the Ale house, and free professional photos are taken on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Come enjoy a cold beer and check out Tuesday night karaoke and beer pong Wednesday. Location: 314 Sixth St. Hours: not found Contact: 512-472-1666; shakespearesaustin.com
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little woodrow’s
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maggie mae’s
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the library
Check out: The 100 available beers, including 30 on tap. Location: 520 West Sixth St. Hours: Monday-Friday 3 p.m.-2 a.m.; Saturday-Sunday 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m. Contact: 512-477-2337; littlewoodrows.com
Check out: The 26-foot television screen on the rooftop. Location: 323 Sixth St. Hours: Sunday-Monday 7 p.m.-2 a.m.; Tuesday-Saturday 2 p.m.-2 a.m. Contact: 512-478-8541; maggiemaesaustin.com
Check out: White Trash Wednesdays with $1 Pabst Blue Ribbon and Miller Highlife cans. Location: 407 Sixth St. Hours: Sunday-Tuesday 7 p.m.-2 a.m.; Wednesday-Saturday 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Contact: 512-236-0662; librarybars.com
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on-campus spot (for entertainment) UTMOST FIRST
cactus cafe
By day this cafe serves as a favorite gathering place for students on campus. By night it transforms into an intimate live music venue. Since its opening in 1979, the cafe has acquired a national reputation. Artists inclue the top local, national and international acoustic music acts on the circuit today. Location: corner of 24th and Guadalupe streets Hours: Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday 8 p.m.-midnight Contact: 512-475-6515; utexas.edu/universityunions/texasunion/scene/cactus-cafe-bar
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texas union
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student activity center
Check out: The basement bowling alley and regularly scheduled acts to perform in the theater. Location: 2247 Guadalupe St. Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-3 a.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-3 a.m.; Sunday noon-3 a.m. Contact: 512-475-6636; utexas.edu/universityunions/texas-union
Check out: The cozy fireplaces in the lounge areas. Location: 2201 Speedway Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-3 a.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-3 a.m.; Sunday noon-3 a.m. Contact: 512-232-0818; utexas.edu/universityunions/studentactivity-center
museum UTMOST FIRST
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austin museum of art
Location: 823 Congress Ave., #100 Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday, Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday noon-5 p.m. Contact: 512-477-0766; amoa.org
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blanton
Location: 200 E. MLK Jr. Blvd. Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.5 a.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Contact: 512-471-7324; blantonmuseum.org
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harry ransom center
Location: 21st and Guadalupe streets Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday, Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday-Sunday noon-5 p.m. Contact: hrc.utexas.edu
dance club UTMOST FIRST
la zona rosa
One of the best live music venues downtown, this spot brings in the danciest of music acts. Location: 612 W. Fourth St. Hours: varies based on show times Contact: 512-651-5033; lazonarosa.com
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barbarella
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malaia
Location: 615 Red River St. Hours: not found Contact: barbarellaaustin. com
Location: 300 Sixth St. Hours: Every day 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Contact: 512-482-8780; malaiaaustin.com
MOVIE THEater UTMOST FIRST
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Alamo Drafthouse
Location: 1120 S Lamar Blvd. Contact: 512-476-1320; drafthouse. com
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galaxy Theater at Highland 10
Location: 6700 Middle Fiskville Road Contact: 512-467-7305; galaxytheatres.com/loc_highland.asp
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IMAX Theater at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
Location: 1800 N. Congress Ave. Contact: 512-936-8746; thestoryoftexas.com/showtimes/imax_theatre.html
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Shopping
FOR UT GEAR LIQUOr STORE UTMOST FIRST
Place
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UNIVERSITY CO-OP
Tyler’s
Check out: Go beyond a typical T-shirt with vintage-inspired Retro Brand tees. Location: 2338 Guadalupe St. Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. -9 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Contact: 512-478-5500; tylersaustin.com
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SUE PATRICK
Check out: Her selection of unique UT jewelry, gifts and footwear. Location: 5222 Burnet Road Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday noon-5 p.m. Contact: 512-452-7701; suepatrick.com
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TWIN LIQUORS
Twin Liquors is a family-owned local business. Check out the Wine 101 Courses offered in various locations. Location: 1600 Lavaca St. Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Contact: 512-478-5423; twinliquors.com
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Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Contact: 512-366-8300; specsonline.com
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Location: 709 West 22nd St. Hours: not found Contact: 512-474-1824
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VINTAGE/THRIFT STORE party supplies UTMOST FIRST
gOODWILL
Doing their part to provide opportunities for people with barriers to employment, Goodwill is a second-hand mecca for items ranging from furniture to ski suits. Check them out for your next summer wardrobe. Location: 5555 North Lamar Blvd. Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Contact: 512-451-2306; austingoodwill.org
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BUFFALO EXCHANGE
Check out: Designer labels and vintage one-of-a-kind finds for students on a budget. Location: 2904 Guadalupe St. Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Contact: 512-480-9922; buffaloexchange.com
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CREAM VINTAGE
Check out: The more than 15,000 original vintage pieces to choose from in the Austin area. Location: 2532 Guadalupe St. Hours: Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday noon-7 p.m. Contact: 512-474-8787; creamvintage.com
SHOP ON THE DRAG UTMOST FIRST
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austin’s world of rentals
Providing party rentals for the Austin area since 1972, Austin’s World of Rentals offers knowledgeable staff ready to assist you in planning your next event. Location: 1305 W. Oltorf St. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.5 p.m.; Saturday: 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Contact: 512-444-7522; austins worldofrentals.com
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8,000-square-foot collection of costumes, wigs, masks and accessories. Location: 1506 S. Congress Ave. Hours: Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday noon-6 p.m. Contact: 512-444-2002; lucyindisguise.com
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party cat
Check out: Custom-printed invitations for any occasion. Location: 2727 Exposition Blvd. Hours: Monday-Friday 10 a.m.5:30 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Contact: 512-472-8250; partycat.com
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for textbooks UTMOST FIRST
Place
university co-op
The University Co-op is the largest seller of
used textbooks in the country and the most profitable independent college bookstore in the United States. The Co-op serves as your one stop shop for all the Longhorn gear you need. Location: 2246 Guadalupe St. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m.6 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact: 512-476-7211; universitycoop.com
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amazon
Check out: Sign up for
the Amazon Student program and get free two-day shipping for a year. Location: amazon.com Hours: 24/7 Contact: 1-866-216-1072
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Chegg
Check out: Rent your textbooks for a fraction of the purchase price. Location: chegg.com Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Contact: 1-888-364-8596
NEARBY CLOTHING BOUTIQUE UTMOST FIRST
urban outfitters
This fun and interesting clothing store offers trendy, fresh outfits for men and women. Location: 2406 Guadalupe St. Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.- 11 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Contact: 512-472-1621; stubbsaustin.com
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whOLE EARTH PROVISION COMPANY
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Check out: Clothing, footwear and travel tools for
your next outdoor excursion, including exclusive North Face gear. Location: 2410 San Antonio St. Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday noon-6 p.m. Contact: 512-478-1577; wholeearthprovision.com
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COMPLETE CLOTHING
Check out: Men’s streetwear brands such as Crooks & Castles and Acapulco Gold. Location: 1904 Guadalupe St., Suite C Hours: Monday-Thursday noon-7 p.m.; FridaySaturday noon-8 p.m.; Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Contact: 512-473-8244; complete-clothing.com
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CONVENIENCE Grocery store STORE UTMOST FIRST
7-Eleven
Open all hours to serve your late-night needs, 7-Eleven is a favorite for quick snacks and cold beverages. Location: 2600 Guadalupe St. Hours: 24/7 Contact: 512-474-0885; 7-eleven.com
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2nd
cvs
Check out: CVS online for in-store coupons and daily deals. The store on the Drag also accepts Bevo Bucks. Location: 2222-A Guadalupe St. Hours: Every day 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Contact: 512-477-4654; cvs.com
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wag-a-bag
Check out: The convenient West Campus gas station also fulfills all your beer needs, and they do it fast. Location: 2400 Rio Grande St. Hours: Monday-Friday 6 am.midnight; Saturday-Sunday 8 a.m.midnight Contact: 512-473-2880; wagabag.com
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H-E-B
Fresh produce and a great wine and beer selection make this local grocery store chain a favorite among Austinites. Location: 1000 East 41 St. Hours: 24/7 Contact: 512-459-6513; heb.com
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wHOLE FOODS MARKET
Check out: The Lunch Express cooking classes for only $18. Location: 525 N. Lamar Blvd. Hours: Every day 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Contact: 512-476-1206; wholefoodsmarket.com
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CENTRAL MARKET
Check out: High-quality ingredients directly imported from countries around the world. Location: 4001 N. Lamar Blvd. Hours: Every day 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Contact: 512-206-1000; centralmarket.com
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