First opened in 1975 by the Auler family, Fall Creek Vineyards goal is to take advantage of the unique Hill Country microclimate north of Austin. Since its opening, the vineyard has developed into one of Texas’s best wineries. Named after the gorgeous creek that winds through the property before emptying into the Colorado River at an amazing waterfall, visitors can tour the lovely property and also enjoy sampling many of Fall Creek’s high-quality wines. On nice days, sit outside and enjoy the great views of Lake Buchanan. Visitors remark that the tour is a little short, but it gets extra points for giving visitors the chance to get their feet in the action by stomping some grapes themselves. The winery has been in the news lately with the unveiling of Meritus, a new super-premium red that has won raves from critics all over the world as possibly the best wine produced in the state of Texas. Fall Creek also hosts a number of events throughout the year, so be sure to visit their website to check out all the fun offerings.
Fall Creek Vineyards
1402 San Antonio St.
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-4477
Sometimes it seems that organic food is only available exclusively to those with deep pockets, but the times are a-changin' and Austin's Elixer Coffee is proof. A cup of their smooth, smoky, organic drip coffee will only run you $2, and a latte is a mere $3. That's less than you'd pay at some chain coffee shops! Along with making exceptionally good coffee, Elixer offers incentives to encourage kindness towards our environment. Bring your own mug on Mondays and the barista will fill it with coffee for just 50 cents. Elixer offers other specials, too, like 2-for-1 Tuesdays and the Wednesday baked good special: buy any baked good and you'll get a drip coffee for free. This coffee with a conscience will leave you with a smile, without emptying your piggy bank.
Elixer Coffee
4209 Airport Boulevard
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 689-1448
This legendary restaurant is open 365 days a year at both of its two locations. Threadgill's offers traditional Southern comfort, home cooked meals, and live music. Famous for being the place where Janis Joplin developed her sound, this restaurant and music hall has showcased countless talented musicians over the years. Not only are they making history with their musical acts, the North Austin location, the original Threadgill’s, has bragging rights as owning the first beer license in the county.
"Threadgill's World Headquarters", its South Austin location, hosts a family friendly beer garden as well as a Sunday Gospel Brunch. Both Austin locations have “Howdy Hour,” Monday through Friday, from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m and brunch on Sundays from 10 am – 1 pm. The North location also offers an additional after hours "happy hour" Monday through Friday from 9 – 11 p.m. Still can’t get enough? The restaurant also has an online store for restaurant merchandise including t-shirts and a cookbook.
Threadgill’s
North Austin:
6416 North Lamar
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 451-5440
South Austin:
301 West Riverside Drive
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 472-9304
