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Lake Austin · Off the tourist map

Where the people who live here eat.

The bar that doesn't advertise. The Tuesday-night dinner you'd never find by Googling. The donut shop that sells out by ten.

Restaurants

1 stop
  • Austin
    Ski Shores Cafe
    Editor's pick

    A Lake Austin staple since 1954, founded by the Fowler family as a hamburger joint and watering hole on the beach for water skiers. Burgers, tacos, and cold drinks, with a lakeside patio and room for kids to run.

    Sun & Sat 9am–9pm, Mon–Fri 11am–9pm$(512) 572-2997Visit ↗

Coffee & breakfast

1 stop
  • Austin
    Mozart's Coffee Roasters
    Editor's pick

    A lakeside coffeehouse since 1993, roasting its beans on site every 48 hours. A wide lawn and deck over the water make it Austin's best-known spot for evening coffee with a lake view — especially during its annual holiday light display.

    (512) 477-2900Visit ↗