BLAST FROM THE PAST! The Burnet Road corridor has a lot to offer, most evident are its preserved historic cultural roots and diverse community that reflects the days of yore—1950s all the way up to modern times. It is known for it’s classic blast from the past look and feel. You could spend all day exploring the unique Vintage shops, Old School Diners and Burger Joints, as well as ogling the neon, painted, and carved signage. The funny thing is, there are Burnet road followings. A quick search will reveal how important this road is to Austin’s culture: Burnetroad.net. The version of Burnet road we have curated encompases spiffy spots close to: Allandale, Brentwood, Crestview, and North Shoal Creek south of where burnet meets 183 hwy. P.S. Locals pronounce the street Burnit, not Burnette.
El Chilito is an East Austin taquería boasting a delicious selection of Tex-Mex & interior Mexican tacos along with a full espresso bar, and a whole lot of local charm.
Treat yourself to a cupcake.
If your not familiar with the Burnet Road corridor, then you might have driven past this inconspicuous gas station without a clue of what you are missing out on. Whether hosting a Friday afternoon beer tasting or just an impromptu gathering of beer enthusiasts this place is a landmark stop for Austin beer nerds. With over 2000 different labels of beer under one roof you could spend hours just deciding on what malted beverage will occupying that special spot in your refrigerator. Late night cravings? Got you covered! With over 50 flavors of gourmet ice cream, hundreds of organic and all natural snacks, and an impressive gourmet chocolate selection there is no need to face the witching hour on an empty stomach.
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