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Austin race week · Oct 22–24, 2027

Austin race week: what to do

21 fan events and parties (12 free to enter), plus 335 places to eat, drink and explore, grouped by hotel area. Every item links its source.

Quick answer

This page lists 21 fan zones and race-week events for Austin race week 2027, each marked free, ticketed or “check entry terms”, plus 335 places to eat, drink and explore, filterable by hotel area. Every item links its source. Most events have not announced 2027 dates yet, so we show what ran in 2026 as expected.

Updated Oct 25, 2026 · Facts checked against the cited sources on Oct 25, 2026

Fan zones and race-week events

Race week, day by day

Atlassian Williams F1 Team Fan Zone, downtown Austin

800 Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78701 · Mon–Sat

Free entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: williamsf1.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Quadrant Austin pop-up

920 Congress Ave · Tue–Sun

Free entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: atxweekly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Pink Paddock Club x Aston Martin Aramco F1 girls' night

The Bungalow, 83 Rainey St · Wed

Free entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: atxweekly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Duracell Power Paddock

Brazos Hall, 204 E 4th St · Wed

Free entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: atxweekly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Lando Norris LN4 "Original Service Dept." pop-up

1500 San Jacinto Blvd · Wed–Sun

Free entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: atxweekly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Road to the Race supercar showcase

The Long Center, 701 W Riverside Dr · Wed

Paid entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: atxweekly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Grand PrixView Thursday: F1 Pit Lane Walk and F1 Academy open paddock

Circuit of The Americas · Thu

With race ticketExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: help.thecircuit.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team Fan Hub

400 Congress Ave, Austin · Thu–Sun

Free entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: mercedesamgf1.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Red Bull Austin Race Nights

Rivière Austin, 1501 E 7th St · Thu–Sun

Free entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: redbull.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Audi Black & White Kickoff Party

Central Machine Works, 4824 E Cesar Chavez St · Thu

Free entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: atxweekly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Ford Racing Den x Enchanté pop-up

1500 E 4th St (Distribution Hall) · Thu–Sun

Free entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: atxweekly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Mayfair x LIV F1 nights

Mayfair, W 6th St · Thu–Sun

Paid entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: atxweekly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Germania Insurance Super Stage headline concerts

Germania Insurance Super Stage, COTA · Fri, Sat

With race ticketExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: circuitoftheamericas.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The American Soundtrack: local stages at COTA

La Cantina, The Ranch and other campus stages, COTA · Fri–Sun

With race ticketExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: circuitoftheamericas.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Cadillac Formula 1 Team Ranch House

Loro Asian Smokehouse + Bar, 2115 S Lamar Blvd · Fri

Free entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: austinmonthly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Padel Grand Prix (qualifying viewing lounge)

Padel39 East · Fri, Sat

Free entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: atxweekly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

F1 Hub Austin (official F1 merchandise pop-up)

1504 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704 · Sat, Sun

Free entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: brochures.formula1.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Sports Illustrated Circuit Series party

304 E 3rd St · Sat

Paid entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: atxweekly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Post-race concert at Germania Insurance Amphitheater

Germania Insurance Amphitheater, COTA · Sun

With race ticketExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: circuitoftheamericas.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Official USGP Afterparty at The Betty

The Betty, 510 Rio Grande St · Sun

Paid entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: atxweekly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Grand Prix Sunday watch party at The Euro Club

213 W 4th St · Sun

Paid entryExpected for 2027

Held in 2026; 2027 dates not announced.

Source: atxweekly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Ford x Red Bull "The Pull Up"

Austin (venue not stated in source) · Wed

Check entry terms2026 only

One-off in 2026, shown for reference; not in 2027 plans.

Source: au.motorsport.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Esses Bazaar ATX (Liam Lawson musical debut)

Inn Cahoots, 1221 E 6th St · Thu

Free entry2026 only

One-off in 2026, shown for reference; not in 2027 plans.

Source: atxweekly.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

2027 dates are not announced for most events. We show what ran in 2026 as expected, and mark items named in the 2027 ticket release as confirmed. One-off 2026 events are listed for reference only.

“Check entry terms” means the source does not say whether entry is free.

Near your hotel area

Where you stay shapes the week

Pick your hotel area to filter the lists on this page. A place counts as near an area when its source names that area, or when its map point is within 3 km of the area's centre in a straight line (6 km for suburban and airport areas). That is not a travel time. Places outside every radius are still listed, just not under an area.

Downtown Austin

38 to eat and drink · 17 to do · 0 race-week events

Mexta, Antone’s Nightclub, Elephant Room

Waterloo Park (downtown shuttle base)

13 to eat and drink · 2 to do · 0 race-week events

Franklin Barbecue, Stubb’s Bar-B-Q, Sour Duck Market

East Austin

43 to eat and drink · 7 to do · 0 race-week events

Garrison, Nixta Taqueria, Intero

Mueller

36 to eat and drink · 6 to do · 0 race-week events

Lutie’s, KG BBQ, Micklethwait Barbecue

Near Austin-Bergstrom Airport

20 to eat and drink · 1 to do · 0 race-week events

24 Diner, CJ’s Tacos, The Salt Lick BBQ

The Domain

25 to eat and drink · 3 to do · 0 race-week events

Loro, Bulevar Mexican Kitchen, Carnitas El Guero

Travis County Expo Center area (northeast shuttle base)

0 to eat and drink · 0 to do · 0 race-week events

South Congress

36 to eat and drink · 15 to do · 0 race-week events

Tiki Tatsu-Ya, The Continental Club, Bouldin Creek Cafe

Things to do

335 places, sourced

Picked from visitor bureaus, established city guides, official venue pages and the places themselves. No ratings and no paid placements. Prices and hours appear only where the source shows them. Road distances are without race traffic. Day suggestions are ours.

Food 155

Craft Omakase

Japanese omakase · Triangle State

Paid entry

Michelin-starred seasonal omakase built around fish from Japan.

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

MICHELIN Guide: guide.michelin.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Lutie’s

Texan · North Austin (Commodore Perry Estate)

Paid entry

Garden-inspired restaurant inside the Commodore Perry Estate.

  • To the circuit 27.8 km (17.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Mexta

Mexican · Downtown (Congress Ave)

Paid entry

Stylish but relaxed Mexican dining in the Littlefield Building.

  • To the circuit 25.8 km (16.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Bar Toti

Spanish / French / Mexican · Blackland

Paid entry

Intimate 40-seat bistro mixing Spanish, French and Mexican ideas.

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Garrison

New American, live fire · Downtown (Convention Center)

Paid entry

New American cooking over post-oak fire.

  • To the circuit 25.7 km (15.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Nixta Taqueria

Mexican · East Austin

Paid entry

Counter-service taquería with a Michelin Bib Gourmand, known for heirloom-corn tortillas.

  • To the circuit 24.5 km (15.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

MICHELIN Guide: guide.michelin.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Intero

Italian · Holly (East Austin)

Paid entry

Italian menu built on Texas ingredients, plus house chocolates.

  • Price 3 of 4 (Time Out)
  • To the circuit 22.6 km (14.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Justine’s Brasserie

French · Govalle (East Austin)

Paid entry

Cosy French brasserie: steak, escargot and cocktails.

  • Price 3 of 4 (Time Out)
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Canje

Caribbean · East Cesar Chavez

Paid entry

Modern Caribbean cooking from Guyana to Jamaica.

  • To the circuit 23.8 km (14.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Franklin Barbecue

Barbecue · East Austin

Paid entry

The brisket pilgrimage since 2009; expect a line.

  • To the circuit 25.1 km (15.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Suerte

Mexican · Downtown (Time Out tag)

Paid entry

Masa-focused Mexican cooking in a relaxed room.

  • Price 3 of 4 (Time Out)
  • To the circuit 23.7 km (14.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

KG BBQ

Barbecue / Egyptian · East Austin (Manor Rd)

Paid entry

Food truck blending Texas barbecue with Egyptian flavours.

  • To the circuit 24.7 km (15.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Micklethwait Craft Meats

Barbecue · East Austin

Paid entry

Barbecue served out of an old chapel in East Austin.

  • To the circuit 24.7 km (15.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

InterStellar BBQ

Barbecue · Northwest Austin

Paid entry

Barbecue cooked one batch at a time over post oak.

  • To the circuit 53.5 km (33.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

ALC Steaks

Steaks · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Steaks restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Downtown Austin Restaurants”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, private dining, eating at the bar, dinner with the parents.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 27.4 km (17.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Restaurant François

French · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

French restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Downtown Austin Restaurants”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, night on the town, special occasions, corporate cards.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 26.6 km (16.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Veracruz All Natural

Mexican · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Mexican restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Downtown Austin Restaurants”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, brunch, cheap eats.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 26.3 km (16.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Jeffrey's

American · Clarksville

Paid entry

American restaurant in Clarksville. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 25 Best Restaurants In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: birthdays, corporate cards, drinking great wine, fine dining.

  • Price $$$$
  • To the circuit 28.2 km (17.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Hokkaisan Japanese Deli Sushi

Japanese · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Japanese restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Lunch Places In Downtown Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, serious takeout operation.

  • To the circuit 25.6 km (15.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Better Half Coffee & Cocktails

American · Clarksville

Paid entry

American restaurant in Clarksville. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 23 Best Happy Hours in Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: brunch, lunch, coffee & a light bite, sitting outside.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 27.4 km (17.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

VanHorn’s

Steakhouse · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Steakhouse restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Lunch Places In Downtown Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 26.3 km (16.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Vaquero Taquero

Tacos · West Campus

Paid entry

Taco spot in West Campus. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Restaurants Near The University Of Texas Austin Campus”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, cheap eats, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 28.3 km (17.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Dean’s Italian Steakhouse

Steaks · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Steaks restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Downtown Austin Restaurants”. The Infatuation tags it for: corporate cards, date nights, see & be seen, private dining.

  • Price $$$$
  • To the circuit 26.3 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Black's Barbecue

BBQ · North University

Paid entry

BBQ restaurant in North University. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Restaurants Near The University Of Texas Austin Campus”. The Infatuation tags it for: impressing out of towners, lunch, big groups.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 28.9 km (17.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

ATX Cocina

Mexican · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Mexican restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Downtown Austin Restaurants”. The Infatuation tags it for: corporate cards, drinking great cocktails, date nights.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 26.8 km (16.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Austin Rotisserie

French · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

French restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Lunch Places In Downtown Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 26.1 km (16.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

BOA Steakhouse

Steakhouse · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Steakhouse restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Downtown Austin Steakhouse Power Rankings”. The Infatuation tags it for: happy hours.

  • Price $$$$
  • To the circuit 26.4 km (16.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Jo's Coffee

American · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

American restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 10 Best Coffee Shops In Downtown Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, coffee & a light bite, lunch.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 26.4 km (16.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Bill’s Oyster

Seafood · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Seafood restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Downtown Austin Restaurants”. The Infatuation tags it for: happy hours.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 26.2 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Houndstooth Coffee

Bakery/Cafe · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Bakery-café in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 10 Best Coffee Shops In Downtown Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: coffee & a light bite.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 25.9 km (16.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Bob's Steak And Chop House

Steaks · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Steaks restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Downtown Austin Steakhouse Power Rankings”. The Infatuation tags it for: corporate cards, big groups, dinner with the parents.

  • Price $$$$
  • To the circuit 26.3 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Eddie V's

Steakhouse · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Steakhouse restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Downtown Austin Steakhouse Power Rankings”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, corporate cards.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 25.6 km (15.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Comedor

Mexican · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Mexican restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Downtown Austin Restaurants”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, special occasions, corporate cards, see & be seen.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 25.9 km (16.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Joe's Burgers

Burgers · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Burger spot in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Lunch Places In Downtown Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, walk-ins.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 26.7 km (16.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Sour Duck Market

American · East Austin

Paid entry

American restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To Eat Near The Moody Center”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, breakfast, brunch, casual dinners.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 25.9 km (16.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Cuantos Tacos

Mexican · East Austin

Paid entry

Mexican restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “6 Great Spots For Tacos In East Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: cheap eats, sitting outside.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 25.1 km (15.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Swim Club

American · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

American restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To Eat Near The Moody Center”.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 25.5 km (15.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Casino El Camino

American · Downtown Austin

Late nightPaid entry

American restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Downtown Austin Restaurants”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, cheap eats, dining solo, eating at the bar.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 25.3 km (15.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Abo Youssef

Mediterranean · Cherrywood

Paid entry

Mediterranean restaurant in Cherrywood. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Bars & Restaurants In Cherrywood”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 25.9 km (16.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Hoboken Pie

Pizza · Downtown Austin

Late nightPaid entry

Pizza spot in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Late-Night Spots In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: late nights.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 25.3 km (15.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Neighborhood Sushi

Sushi · South Congress

Paid entry

Sushi restaurant in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 17 Best South Congress Restaurants And Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, eating at the bar.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 25.8 km (16.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Kemuri Tatsu-Ya

Japanese · East Austin

Paid entry

Japanese restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Restaurants On Austin's East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, date nights, first dates, impressing out of towners.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 22.4 km (13.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Discada

Mexican · East Cesar Chavez

Paid entry

Mexican restaurant in East Cesar Chavez. Featured in The Infatuation guide “6 Great Spots For Tacos In East Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: cheap eats.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 24.3 km (15.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Big Slick

Steakhouse · East Austin

Paid entry

Steakhouse restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best New Restaurants In Austin: The Austin Hit List”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, special occasions.

  • Price $$$$
  • To the circuit 24.6 km (15.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

R&B’s Steak And Fries

Sandwiches · Holly

Late nightPaid entry

Sandwich shop in Holly. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Restaurants On Austin's East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, late nights, lunch, sitting outside.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 24.1 km (15.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Austin Oyster Co.

Seafood · East Cesar Chavez

Paid entry

Seafood restaurant in East Cesar Chavez. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Restaurants On Austin's East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: special occasions, date nights, birthdays, eating at the bar.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 22.7 km (14.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Granny's Tacos

Mexican · East Austin

Paid entry

Mexican restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “6 Great Spots For Tacos In East Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, brunch, lunch, cheap eats.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 24.2 km (15.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Salvation Pizza

Pizza · Rainey Street

Paid entry

Pizza spot in Rainey Street. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Bars And Restaurants On Rainey Street”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, watching sports.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 26.2 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Il Brutto

Italian · East Austin

Paid entry

Italian restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 23 Best Happy Hours in Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, sitting outside.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 24.1 km (15.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Space Kat BBQ

BBQ · East Austin

Paid entry

BBQ restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Restaurants On Austin's East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, sitting outside.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 23.1 km (14.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Buenos Aires Café

Argentinian · East Austin

Paid entry

Argentinian restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Restaurants On Austin's East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, lunch, date nights.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 24.5 km (15.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Marcelino's

Mexican · East Austin

Paid entry

Mexican restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “6 Great Spots For Tacos In East Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 22.5 km (14.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Ezov

Mediterranean · Holly

Paid entry

Mediterranean restaurant in Holly. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Restaurants On Austin's East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, birthdays, casual dinners.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 22.4 km (13.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Paperboy

American · East Austin

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American restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Restaurants On Austin's East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: brunch, breakfast, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 24.6 km (15.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Hermanas

Mexican · East Austin

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Mexican restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best New Restaurants In Austin: The Austin Hit List”.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 24.6 km (15.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Tacos Guerrero

Mexican · East Austin

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Mexican restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “6 Great Spots For Tacos In East Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 22.5 km (14.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Kinda Tropical

American · East Austin

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American restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 22 Best Outdoor Patios And Backyards At Austin Restaurants And Bars”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, sitting outside, drinking great mocktails, big groups.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 21.6 km (13.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Bread Boat

Georgian · East Austin

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Georgian restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Restaurants On Austin's East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 24.7 km (15.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Rollin Smoke

BBQ · East Cesar Chavez

Late nightPaid entry

BBQ restaurant in East Cesar Chavez. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 15 Best BBQ Spots in Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: impressing out of towners, late nights, big groups, lunch.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 24.3 km (15.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Delray Cafe

American · East Austin

Late nightPaid entry

American restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Late-Night Spots In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, late nights.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 24.7 km (15.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Micklethwait Barbecue

BBQ · East Austin

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BBQ restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To Eat When You’re Visiting Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: impressing out of towners, lunch.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 23.0 km (14.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Dai Due

Texan · Cherrywood

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Texan restaurant in Cherrywood. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Bars & Restaurants In Cherrywood”. The Infatuation tags it for: impressing out of towners, date nights, brunch.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 25.6 km (15.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

La Santa Barbacha

Tacos · Cherrywood

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Taco spot in Cherrywood. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Bars & Restaurants In Cherrywood”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, sitting outside.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 25.0 km (15.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Tsuke Edomae

Sushi · Mueller

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Sushi restaurant in Mueller. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants In The Mueller Neighborhood In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, special occasions, fine dining, birthdays.

  • Price $$$$
  • To the circuit 26.1 km (16.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

T-Loc's Sonora

Mexican · Rosedale

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Mexican restaurant in Rosedale. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 22 Best Food Trucks In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch.

  • To the circuit 30.4 km (18.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Quality Seafood

Seafood · North Loop

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Seafood restaurant in North Loop. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants & Bars In North Loop”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, cheap eats, dining solo, lunch.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 28.6 km (17.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Foreign & Domestic

American · North Loop

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American restaurant in North Loop. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants & Bars In North Loop”. The Infatuation tags it for: unique dining experiences.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 28.6 km (17.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Mi Madre's Restaurant

Tex-Mex · East Austin

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Tex-Mex restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Bars & Restaurants In Cherrywood”. The Infatuation tags it for: brunch, cheap eats, sitting outside.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 25.8 km (16.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Tzintzuntzan

Mexican · Allandale

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Mexican restaurant in Allandale. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best New Restaurants In Austin: The Austin Hit List”. The Infatuation tags it for: brunch, lunch, sitting outside.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 31.1 km (19.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Barley Swine

American · Brentwood

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American restaurant in Brentwood. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 25 Best Restaurants In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: birthdays, date nights, impressing out of towners, special occasions.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 32.7 km (20.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Bird Bird Biscuit

Fried Chicken · Manor

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Fried Chicken restaurant in Manor. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Bars & Restaurants In Cherrywood”. The Infatuation tags it for: brunch, breakfast, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 25.3 km (15.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Allday Pizza

Pizza · Hyde Park

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Pizza spot in Hyde Park. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants & Coffee Shops In Hyde Park”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 28.6 km (17.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Fabrik

Vegan · Tarrytown

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Vegan restaurant in Tarrytown. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 25 Best Restaurants In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: vegans, vegetarians, date nights, special occasions.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 30.6 km (19.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Cockti Juicy Fried Chicken

Fried Chicken · East Austin

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Fried Chicken restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 15 Best Meals Under $15 In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 25.0 km (15.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Banjoo

Korean · Rosedale

Late nightPaid entry

Korean restaurant in Rosedale. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 8 Best Karaoke Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: late nights, big groups.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 30.9 km (19.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

L'Oca d'Oro

Italian · Mueller

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Italian restaurant in Mueller. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants In The Mueller Neighborhood In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, date nights, dinner with the parents, eating at the bar.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 26.4 km (16.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Lick Honest Ice Creams

Ice Cream · Mueller

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Ice cream shop in Mueller. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants In The Mueller Neighborhood In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: kids.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 26.2 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Birdie's

American · East Austin

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American restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Restaurants On Austin's East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, drinking great wine, sitting outside.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 23.8 km (14.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Paprika ATX

Mexican · Highland

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Mexican restaurant in Highland. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 25 Best Restaurants In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, cheap eats.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 30.8 km (19.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Feral Pizza

Pizza · North Loop

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Pizza spot in North Loop. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants & Bars In North Loop”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 28.2 km (17.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

24 Diner

Diner · Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

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Diner in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Austin Airport Restaurants: Where to Eat at ABIA”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 16.5 km (10.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

CJ’s Tacos

Tacos · South Austin

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Taco spot in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 21 Best Tacos In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 14.3 km (8.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Salt Lick BBQ

BBQ · Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

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BBQ restaurant in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Austin Airport Restaurants: Where to Eat at ABIA”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, drinking great beer.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 16.7 km (10.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Ceviche Love

Mexican · South Austin

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Mexican restaurant in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 6 Best Restaurants Near The Circuit Of The Americas Racetrack”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, sitting outside, dining solo, casual dinners.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 7.2 km (4.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Flyrite Chicken

Fried Chicken · Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

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Fried Chicken restaurant in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Austin Airport Restaurants: Where to Eat at ABIA”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 16.7 km (10.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Regios Tacos Al Vapor

Tacos · Pilot Knob

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Taco spot in Pilot Knob. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 6 Best Restaurants Near The Circuit Of The Americas Racetrack”.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 5.8 km (3.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Noble Sandwich

Sandwiches · Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

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Sandwich shop in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Austin Airport Restaurants: Where to Eat at ABIA”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 16.2 km (10.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Tacodeli

Tacos · Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

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Taco spot in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Austin Airport Restaurants: Where to Eat at ABIA”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 17.0 km (10.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Second Bar + Kitchen

American · Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

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American restaurant in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Austin Airport Restaurants: Where to Eat at ABIA”. The Infatuation tags it for: cheap eats.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 17.0 km (10.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Barbacoa Santa Rosa

Mexican · Pilot Knob

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Mexican restaurant in Pilot Knob. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 6 Best Restaurants Near The Circuit Of The Americas Racetrack”.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 7.8 km (4.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Smokin’ Brew-B-Q

BBQ · Pilot Knob

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BBQ restaurant in Pilot Knob. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 6 Best Restaurants Near The Circuit Of The Americas Racetrack”.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 8.0 km (5.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Juiceland

Bakery/Cafe · Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

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Bakery-café in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Austin Airport Restaurants: Where to Eat at ABIA”. The Infatuation tags it for: keeping it kind of healthy, breakfast.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 17.0 km (10.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Sushi-A-Go-Go

Sushi · Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

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Sushi restaurant in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Austin Airport Restaurants: Where to Eat at ABIA”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, keeping it kind of healthy.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 16.2 km (10.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Taqueria El Trompo Mayor

Tacos · South Austin

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Taco spot in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 6 Best Restaurants Near The Circuit Of The Americas Racetrack”.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 11.6 km (7.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Peached Tortilla

Fusion · Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

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Fusion restaurant in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Austin Airport Restaurants: Where to Eat at ABIA”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 17.0 km (10.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Thurman's Old-Fashioned Burger

Burgers · Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

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Burger spot in Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Austin Airport Restaurants: Where to Eat at ABIA”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 16.9 km (10.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Loro

BBQ · The Domain

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BBQ restaurant in The Domain. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants At The Domain”.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 41.9 km (26.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Bulevar Mexican Kitchen

Mexican · The Arboretum

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Mexican restaurant in The Arboretum. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Restaurants & Food Trucks In North Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails, date nights.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 41.4 km (25.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Carnitas El Guero

Mexican · North Lamar

Late nightPaid entry

Mexican restaurant in North Lamar. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 15 Best Meals Under $15 In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, late nights, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 37.0 km (23.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Ling Kitchen

Chinese · Quail Creek

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Chinese restaurant in Quail Creek. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Restaurants & Food Trucks In North Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: special occasions, unique dining experiences.

  • Price $$$$
  • To the circuit 36.1 km (22.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

House Of Three Gorges

Chinese · Quail Creek

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Chinese restaurant in Quail Creek. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Restaurants & Food Trucks In North Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, serious takeout operation.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 36.6 km (22.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Plank Seafood Provisions

Seafood · The Domain

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Seafood restaurant in The Domain. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants At The Domain”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, first dates.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 41.6 km (25.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

El Tacorrido

Tacos · North Lamar

Late nightPaid entry

Taco spot in North Lamar. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 21 Best Tacos In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, late nights, casual dinners.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 36.6 km (22.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Tare

Sushi · North Austin

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Sushi restaurant in North Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Restaurants & Food Trucks In North Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, special occasions.

  • Price $$$$
  • To the circuit 43.7 km (27.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Peace Bakery and Deli

Mediterranean · North Austin

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Mediterranean restaurant in North Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Restaurants & Food Trucks In North Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 39.0 km (24.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Ramen Del Barrio

Ramen · North Austin

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Ramen restaurant in North Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Restaurants & Food Trucks In North Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, unique dining experiences, casual dinners.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 40.3 km (25.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Sangam Chettinad Indian Cuisine

Indian · North Austin

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Indian restaurant in North Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Restaurants & Food Trucks In North Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, lunch, big groups, vegetarians.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 48.9 km (30.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Củi

Vietnamese · North Austin

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Vietnamese restaurant in North Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Restaurants & Food Trucks In North Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: unique dining experiences, impressing out of towners, casual dinners.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 47.1 km (29.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Bakery Lorraine

Bakery/Cafe · The Domain

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Bakery-café in The Domain. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants At The Domain”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, breakfast, coffee & a light bite.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 41.4 km (25.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Kai Zabb Thai

Thai · North Austin

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Thai restaurant in North Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Restaurants & Food Trucks In North Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, casual dinners.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 47.2 km (29.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Dos Salsas

Tex-Mex · The Domain

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Tex-Mex restaurant in The Domain. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 15 Best Tex-Mex Restaurants In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, casual dinners.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 40.7 km (25.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Mi Tradición

Mexican · Wooten

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Mexican restaurant in Wooten. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 21 Best Tacos In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, casual dinners, cheap eats, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 36.6 km (22.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Eldorado Cafe

Mexican · North Shoal Creek

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Mexican restaurant in North Shoal Creek. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 15 Best Tex-Mex Restaurants In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, brunch, casual dinners, kids.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 38.6 km (24.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Mr. Pimento

Jamaican · North Austin

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Jamaican restaurant in North Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Restaurants & Food Trucks In North Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 47.1 km (29.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Julie's Noodles

Chinese · Quail Creek

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Chinese restaurant in Quail Creek. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 15 Best Meals Under $15 In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, serious takeout operation.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 36.3 km (22.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Rosen's Bagel Co.

Bagels · North Burnet

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Bagel shop in North Burnet. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants At The Domain”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, brunch, coffee & a light bite.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 40.6 km (25.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Fresh Bowl

Vietnamese · North Austin

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Vietnamese restaurant in North Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Restaurants & Food Trucks In North Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, casual dinners.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 38.9 km (24.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Parish Barbecue

BBQ · North Austin

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BBQ restaurant in North Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Restaurants & Food Trucks In North Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, sitting outside, impressing out of towners.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 32.6 km (20.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Pho Phong Lu’u

Vietnamese · North Austin

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Vietnamese restaurant in North Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 14 Best Restaurants & Food Trucks In North Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: brunch, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 39.1 km (24.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Bouldin Creek Cafe

Vegetarian · Bouldin

Paid entry

Vegetarian restaurant in Bouldin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants in South Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: brunch, casual dinners, lunch, sitting outside.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 21.1 km (13.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Odd Duck

Texan · South Lamar

Paid entry

Texan restaurant in South Lamar. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants On South Lamar”. The Infatuation tags it for: impressing out of towners, date nights, eating at the bar, birthdays.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 22.8 km (14.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Blue Apsara

Southeast Asian · South Lamar

Paid entry

Southeast Asian restaurant in South Lamar. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants On South Lamar”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, casual dinners, sitting outside.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 22.0 km (13.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Home Slice Pizza

Pizza · South Congress

Paid entry

Pizza spot in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 17 Best South Congress Restaurants And Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, casual dinners, dining solo, first dates.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 21.0 km (13.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Aba Austin

Mediterranean · South Congress

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Mediterranean restaurant in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 22 Best Outdoor Patios And Backyards At Austin Restaurants And Bars”. The Infatuation tags it for: see & be seen, sitting outside.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 29.5 km (18.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

De Nada Cantina

Mexican · Bouldin

Paid entry

Mexican restaurant in Bouldin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants in South Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, birthdays.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 21.6 km (13.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Kiin Di

Thai · South Lamar

Paid entry

Thai restaurant in South Lamar. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants On South Lamar”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, walk-ins, first dates.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 30.3 km (18.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Soto

Sushi · Zilker

Paid entry

Sushi restaurant in Zilker. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants On South Lamar”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, happy hours.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 23.2 km (14.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Eggman ATX

Zilker

Paid entry

Restaurant in Zilker. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants in South Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 28.8 km (17.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

El Borrego De Oro

Mexican · South Congress

Paid entry

Mexican restaurant in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 17 Best South Congress Restaurants And Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, cheap eats, lunch, casual dinners.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 25.7 km (16.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Amy's Ice Creams

Ice Cream · South Congress

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Ice cream shop in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 17 Best South Congress Restaurants And Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: kids, cheap eats.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 21.2 km (13.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Habana Restaurant & Bar

Caribbean · South Congress

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Caribbean restaurant in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 17 Best South Congress Restaurants And Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, brunch, sitting outside, unique dining experiences.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 27.0 km (16.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Gelato Paradiso

Ice Cream · South Congress

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Ice cream shop in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 17 Best South Congress Restaurants And Bars In Austin”.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 21.1 km (13.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Le Calamar

French · Bouldin

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French restaurant in Bouldin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants in South Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, special occasions.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 21.3 km (13.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Once Over Coffee Bar

Bakery/Cafe · Bouldin

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Bakery-café in Bouldin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Austin’s Standout Queer-Owned Bars & Restaurants”. The Infatuation tags it for: coffee & a light bite, getting work done.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 20.8 km (12.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Toasty Badger

Diner · South Congress

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Diner in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 17 Best South Congress Restaurants And Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: brunch, sitting outside, breakfast.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 20.0 km (12.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

P. Terry's

Burgers · Zilker

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Burger spot in Zilker. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Late-Night Spots In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, cheap eats, kids, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 28.3 km (17.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

C-Boy's Heart & Soul

Paid entry

Restaurant. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To See Live Music In Austin”.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 20.5 km (12.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Pueblo Viejo

Mexican · South Congress

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Mexican restaurant in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Breakfast Tacos In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 26.2 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Fresa's South First

Mexican · Bouldin

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Mexican restaurant in Bouldin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 22 Best Outdoor Patios And Backyards At Austin Restaurants And Bars”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, sitting outside, first dates, walk-ins.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 21.2 km (13.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

LeRoy And Lewis Barbecue

BBQ · South Austin

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BBQ restaurant in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants in South Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, big groups, impressing out of towners.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 29.1 km (18.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Gangnam Korean BBQ

Korean · South Austin

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Korean restaurant in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants in South Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 19.7 km (12.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Artipasta

Italian · South Austin

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Italian restaurant in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants in South Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: byob, cheap eats, lunch, sitting outside.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 21.6 km (13.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Distant Relatives

BBQ · South Austin

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BBQ restaurant in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 22 Best Food Trucks In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, sitting outside.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 15.3 km (9.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Autenticos Michoacanos

Mexican · South Austin

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Mexican restaurant in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 21 Best Tacos In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, cheap eats, lunch, sitting outside.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 29.5 km (18.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Moreno Barbecue

BBQ · South Austin

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BBQ restaurant in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 15 Best BBQ Spots in Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, casual dinners, walk-ins.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 28.4 km (17.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

El Perrito

Mexican · South Austin

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Mexican restaurant in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 21 Best Tacos In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: cheap eats.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 28.7 km (17.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Ovenbird

Coffee · South Austin

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Coffee shop in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Austin’s Standout Queer-Owned Bars & Restaurants”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, coffee & a light bite.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 19.3 km (12.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

K-Pub Chicken & Karaoke

Korean · Anderson Mill

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Korean restaurant in Anderson Mill. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 8 Best Karaoke Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: birthdays.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 53.5 km (33.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Round Rock Donuts

Bakery/Cafe · Round Rock

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Bakery-café in Round Rock. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Iconic Dishes That Define Austin”.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 56.8 km (35.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

David Doughie’s Bagelry

Bagels · East Austin

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Bagel shop in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 22 Best Food Trucks In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 33.6 km (20.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Sabor Tapatio

Mexican · South Congress

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Mexican restaurant in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Breakfast Tacos In Austin”.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 28.1 km (17.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Ken's Subs, Tacos & More

Tacos · Windsor Hills

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Taco spot in Windsor Hills. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Breakfast Tacos In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, cheap eats, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 33.9 km (21.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Sap's Ver Fine Thai Cuisine

Thai · Westgate

Late nightPaid entry

Thai restaurant in Westgate. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Late-Night Spots In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: late nights, casual dinners.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 29.4 km (18.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Potluck

Southern · Garrison Park

Late nightPaid entry

Southern restaurant in Garrison Park. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Late-Night Spots In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: late nights.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 30.1 km (18.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Hula Hut

Tex-Mex · Lake Austin Blvd

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Tex-Mex restaurant in Lake Austin Blvd. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 22 Best Outdoor Patios And Backyards At Austin Restaurants And Bars”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, impressing out of towners, sitting outside, day drinking.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 31.2 km (19.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Nightlife 90

Nickel City

East Austin

Late nightPaid entry

Retro dive that Time Out calls one of the world’s 50 best bars.

  • Price 2 of 4 (Time Out)
  • To the circuit 24.6 km (15.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Whisler’s

East Sixth

Late nightPaid entry

Candle-lit cocktail bar with a mezcal bar upstairs.

  • Price 2 of 4 (Time Out)
  • To the circuit 23.6 km (14.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Cheer Up Charlie’s

Red River

Late nightPaid entry

Queer bar for dancing and drag that welcomes everyone.

  • Price 1 of 4 (Time Out)
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Tiki Tatsu-Ya

South Lamar

Late nightPaid entry

Immersive tiki bar hidden behind an old travel-agency front.

  • To the circuit 22.7 km (14.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Lala’s Little Nugget

Allandale

Late nightPaid entry

Christmas-themed dive open since 1972.

  • Price 1 of 4 (Time Out)
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Bar Hacienda

Downtown

Late nightPaid entry

Speakeasy beneath Tiger Lily from the Here Nor There team.

  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Continental Club

South Congress

Late night

South Congress institution since 1955 with nightly live music.

  • To the circuit 21.1 km (13.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Antone’s Nightclub

Downtown

Late night

Legendary blues club founded in 1975.

  • To the circuit 25.6 km (15.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Broken Spoke

South Lamar

Late night

Classic dance hall barely changed since 1964; two-step night out.

  • To the circuit 29.8 km (18.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

The White Horse

East Austin

Late night

East-side honky-tonk at the heart of the country and western-swing scene.

  • To the circuit 24.2 km (15.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Elephant Room

Downtown

Late night

Basement jazz club with nightly sets.

  • To the circuit 26.0 km (16.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Stubb’s Bar-B-Q

Red River

Late night

Barbecue plus indoor and outdoor concert stages.

  • To the circuit 25.2 km (15.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Dead Rabbit

Pub · Downtown Austin

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Pub in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Least Awful Bars On Dirty Sixth Street”.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 25.6 km (15.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

La Condesa

Mexican · Downtown Austin

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Bar (mexican food) in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Downtown Austin Restaurants”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, brunch, corporate cards, happy hours.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 26.5 km (16.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Crown & Anchor Pub

Bar Food · West Campus

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Bar in West Campus. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Restaurants Near The University Of Texas Austin Campus”. The Infatuation tags it for: sitting outside, lunch, casual dinners.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 27.9 km (17.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Marfa Lights

Bar · Downtown Austin

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Bar in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best New Bars in Austin: Where To Drink Right Now”. The Infatuation tags it for: night on the town.

  • To the circuit 26.5 km (16.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Here Nor There

Bar · Downtown Austin

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Bar in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 18 Best Bars in Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails, first dates, night on the town.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 25.5 km (15.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Midnight Cowboy

Bar · Downtown Austin

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Bar in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Least Awful Bars On Dirty Sixth Street”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 25.7 km (16.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Coconut Club

Downtown Austin

Late nightPaid entry

Bar in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 11 Best Rooftop Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: dancing, day drinking, night on the town, late nights.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 26.1 km (16.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Small Victory

Bar · Downtown Austin

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Bar in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 18 Best Bars in Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails, first dates.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 25.5 km (15.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Parkside

American · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Bar (american food) in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Least Awful Bars On Dirty Sixth Street”. The Infatuation tags it for: happy hours.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 25.7 km (16.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Donn's Depot

Bar · Central Austin

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Bar in Central Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 18 Best Bars in Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: dancing, live music, night on the town.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 27.9 km (17.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Roosevelt Room

Bar · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Bar in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 18 Best Bars in Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails, drinks & a light bite, happy hours, impressing out of towners.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 26.2 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Eden Cocktail Room

Bar · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Bar in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Cocktail Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 25.6 km (15.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

ACL Live At The Moody Theater

Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Bar in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To See Live Music In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: live music.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 26.5 km (16.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Firehouse Hostel and Lounge

Bar · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Bar in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Least Awful Bars On Dirty Sixth Street”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 25.5 km (15.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Yellow Jacket Social Club

American · East Austin

Paid entry

Bar (american food) in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To Drink On The East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinks & a light bite, first dates, sitting outside.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 23.9 km (14.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Daydreamer

Bar · East Austin

Paid entry

Bar in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To Drink On The East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinks & a light bite, drinking great cocktails.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 23.7 km (14.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Frazier’s Long & Low

Bar · East Riverside

Late nightPaid entry

Bar in East Riverside. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 18 Best Bars in Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: eating at the bar, late nights, casual dinners, cheap eats.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 22.6 km (14.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Parley

Bar · East Cesar Chavez

Paid entry

Bar in East Cesar Chavez. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To Drink On The East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails.

  • To the circuit 24.5 km (15.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Papercut

Bar · East Austin

Paid entry

Bar in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To Drink On The East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails, date nights.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 24.8 km (15.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Kinfolk Lounge & Library

Bar · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Bar in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Cocktail Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 25.4 km (15.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Mother's Ruin

Bar · East Austin

Late nightPaid entry

Bar in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best New Bars in Austin: Where To Drink Right Now”. The Infatuation tags it for: late nights.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 24.3 km (15.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Amaya

Mediterranean · Rainey Street

Paid entry

Bar (mediterranean food) in Rainey Street. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Bars And Restaurants On Rainey Street”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinks & a light bite, night on the town.

  • To the circuit 26.0 km (16.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Bufalina

Pizza · East Austin

Paid entry

Bar (pizza food) in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Restaurants On Austin's East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, drinking great wine, happy hours.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 23.0 km (14.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Emmer & Rye

American · Rainey Street

Paid entry

Bar (american food) in Rainey Street. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Bars And Restaurants On Rainey Street”. The Infatuation tags it for: birthdays, date nights, drinking great wine, impressing out of towners.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 26.2 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Apt 115

Wine Bar · East Austin

Paid entry

Wine bar in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Places To Drink Wine In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great wine, drinks & a light bite, date nights, unique dining experiences.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 23.3 km (14.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

LoLo

Wine Bar · East Austin

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Wine bar in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To Drink On The East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, drinking great wine, sitting outside, drinks & a light bite.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 24.1 km (15.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Geraldine's

Bar · Rainey Street

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Bar in Rainey Street. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 11 Best Rooftop Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails, live music.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 25.9 km (16.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Clive Bar

Bar · Rainey Street

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Bar in Rainey Street. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Bars And Restaurants On Rainey Street”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, first dates, sitting outside.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 25.9 km (16.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Scholz Garten

German · West Campus

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Bar (german food) in West Campus. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To Eat Near The Moody Center”. The Infatuation tags it for: day drinking, watching sports.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 26.5 km (16.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Salty Sow

American · Cherrywood

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Bar (american food) in Cherrywood. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Bars & Restaurants In Cherrywood”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, drinks & a light bite, happy hours, sitting outside.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 26.0 km (16.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Mohawk

Bar · Downtown Austin

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Bar in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To See Live Music In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: live music.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 25.3 km (15.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Howdys Pizza And Pasta

Italian · MLK

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Bar (italian food) in MLK. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 20 Best Restaurants On Austin's East Side”. The Infatuation tags it for: walk-ins, drinking great wine, first dates, date nights.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 26.0 km (16.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Posse East

Bar · West Campus

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Bar in West Campus. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Restaurants Near The University Of Texas Austin Campus”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, cheap eats, day drinking, watching sports.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 27.8 km (17.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Drink Well

American · North Loop

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Bar (american food) in North Loop. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants & Bars In North Loop”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails, drinks & a light bite.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 28.7 km (17.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Veracruz Fonda & Bar

Mexican · Mueller

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Bar (mexican food) in Mueller. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants In The Mueller Neighborhood In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, casual dinners, date nights, drinking great cocktails.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 26.2 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Golden Horn

Bar · North Loop

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Bar in North Loop. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants & Bars In North Loop”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails, drinks & a light bite.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 28.3 km (17.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

La Mezca

Bar · Mueller

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Bar in Mueller. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants In The Mueller Neighborhood In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails, dancing.

  • To the circuit 26.2 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Long Goodbye

Bar · Cherrywood

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Bar in Cherrywood. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Bars & Restaurants In Cherrywood”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails, day drinking.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 25.0 km (15.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Este

Mexican · Cherrywood

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Bar (mexican food) in Cherrywood. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Bars & Restaurants In Cherrywood”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails, date nights, sitting outside.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 25.8 km (16.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Teddy's

Bar · Cherrywood

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Bar in Cherrywood. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Bars & Restaurants In Cherrywood”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 25.8 km (16.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Austin Eagle

Bar · East Austin

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Bar in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Austin’s Standout Queer-Owned Bars & Restaurants”.

  • To the circuit 31.4 km (19.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

B.D. Riley's Irish Pub

Pub · Mueller

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Pub in Mueller. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants In The Mueller Neighborhood In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, casual dinners, day drinking, eating at the bar.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 26.2 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Asti Trattoria

Italian · Hyde Park

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Bar (italian food) in Hyde Park. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants & Coffee Shops In Hyde Park”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, dinner with the parents, drinking great wine, sitting outside.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 28.1 km (17.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Barfly's

North Loop

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Bar in North Loop. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 10 Best Dive Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: day drinking, sitting outside.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 28.4 km (17.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Tigress Pub

Bar · North Loop

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Bar in North Loop. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Cocktail Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails.

  • To the circuit 28.9 km (18.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Holiday

Bar · Govalle

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Bar in Govalle. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 18 Best Bars in Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinks & a light bite, casual dinners, sitting outside, drinking great cocktails.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 20.9 km (13.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Techo Mezcaleria & Agave Bar

Bar · Cherrywood

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Bar in Cherrywood. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Bars & Restaurants In Cherrywood”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails, date nights.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 25.8 km (16.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Dirdie Birdie

Bar · The Domain

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Bar in The Domain. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants At The Domain”. The Infatuation tags it for: first dates.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 40.8 km (25.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Canary Roost

Bar · North Austin

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Bar in North Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 8 Best Karaoke Bars In Austin”.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 41.7 km (25.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Ēma

Mediterranean · The Domain

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Bar (mediterranean food) in The Domain. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants At The Domain”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinks & a light bite.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 41.7 km (25.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Common Interest

Bar · North Shoal Creek

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Bar in North Shoal Creek. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 8 Best Karaoke Bars In Austin”.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 38.7 km (24.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Equipment Room

Bar · South Congress

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Bar in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 17 Best South Congress Restaurants And Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinks & a light bite, drinking great cocktails, date nights, impressing out of towners.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 21.4 km (13.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

June's All Day

American · South Congress

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Bar (american food) in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 17 Best South Congress Restaurants And Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: brunch, drinking great wine, happy hours, sitting outside.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 20.6 km (12.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Ego's Lounge

Bar · South Congress

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Bar in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 10 Best Dive Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: people watching.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 29.5 km (18.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Uchi

Japanese · South Lamar

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Bar (japanese food) in South Lamar. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants On South Lamar”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, happy hours, special occasions, birthdays.

  • Price $$$$
  • To the circuit 23.2 km (14.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Kitsu Nori

Sushi · South Lamar

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Bar (sushi food) in South Lamar. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants On South Lamar”. The Infatuation tags it for: happy hours, date nights, special occasions, dining solo.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 22.2 km (13.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Lenoir

American · Bouldin

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Bar (american food) in Bouldin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Places To Drink Wine In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: date nights, drinking great wine, sitting outside, happy hours.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 21.1 km (13.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Bouldin Acres

Bar · Bouldin

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Bar in Bouldin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “12 Great Austin Bars With Activities”. The Infatuation tags it for: watching sports, day drinking, sitting outside.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 21.9 km (13.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden

Bar · South Congress

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Bar in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 17 Best South Congress Restaurants And Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: sitting outside, dogs, drinking great mocktails, cheap eats.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 26.2 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Meteor

Pizza · South Congress

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Bar (pizza food) in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 17 Best South Congress Restaurants And Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinks & a light bite, drinking great wine, casual dinners, coffee & a light bite.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 20.2 km (12.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Lucky Robot Japanese Kitchen

Japanese · South Congress

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Bar (japanese food) in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 17 Best South Congress Restaurants And Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: brunch, date nights, happy hours.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 21.1 km (13.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Aussie’s Grill & Beach Bar

Bar · Bouldin

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Bar in Bouldin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “12 Great Austin Bars With Activities”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, day drinking, happy hours, sitting outside.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 27.0 km (16.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Only The Wild Ones

Bar · South Congress

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Bar in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 17 Best South Congress Restaurants And Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinks & a light bite, sitting outside, see & be seen.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 20.9 km (13.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Barton Springs Saloon

Bar · Zilker

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Bar in Zilker. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 10 Best Dive Bars In Austin”.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 28.3 km (17.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The ABGB

Bar Food · South Austin

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Bar in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 13 Best Breweries In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, day drinking, drinks & a light bite.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 21.4 km (13.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Live Oak Brewing Company

Brewery · South Austin

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Brewery in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 13 Best Breweries In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: sitting outside, dogs, drinking great beer.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 17.7 km (11.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Drinks Backyard

Bar · Pilot Knob

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Bar in Pilot Knob. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 6 Best Restaurants Near The Circuit Of The Americas Racetrack”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinks & a light bite.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 8.0 km (5.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Radio East

Coffee · South Austin

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Bar (coffee food) in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To See Live Music In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: coffee & a light bite, drinks & a light bite, getting work done, live music.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 14.2 km (8.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Little Darlin'

Bar · South Austin

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Bar in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 18 Best Bars in Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: sitting outside, dogs, brunch, day drinking.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 19.3 km (12.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Far Out Lounge & Stage

Bar · South Austin

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Bar in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To See Live Music In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: live music, sitting outside, drinking great beer, big groups.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 30.6 km (19.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Meanwhile Brewing Company

Brewery · South Austin

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Brewery in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 13 Best Breweries In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great beer, sitting outside.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 15.3 km (9.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Independence Brewing Company

Brewery · South Austin

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Brewery in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 13 Best Breweries In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great beer.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 16.2 km (10.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Golden Hour

Wine Bar · South Austin

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Wine bar in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Places To Drink Wine In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great wine.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 32.9 km (20.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Moontower Saloon

Bar · South Austin

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Bar in South Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “12 Great Austin Bars With Activities”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, sitting outside.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 33.9 km (21.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Deep Eddy Cabaret

Bar · Lake Austin Blvd

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Bar in Lake Austin Blvd. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 10 Best Dive Bars In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: classic establishment.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 29.0 km (18.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Daisy Lounge

Bar · Circle C Ranch

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Bar in Circle C Ranch. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Speakeasies & Secret Bars In Austin (And How To Get In)”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great cocktails, drinks & a light bite.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 37.9 km (23.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Flo’s Wine Bar And Bottle Shop

Wine Bar · Tarrytown

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Wine bar in Tarrytown. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Places To Drink Wine In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great wine, drinks & a light bite.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 31.3 km (19.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Austin Beerworks

Brewery · North Austin

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Brewery in North Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 13 Best Breweries In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: drinking great beer, sitting outside.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 32.6 km (20.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Sports bars and watch spots 6

Lavaca Street Bar

Downtown (several locations)

Paid entryCall ahead: the source does not confirm F1 on screens.

Sports bar recommended by Visit Austin for watching games on lots of screens.

  • To the circuit 26.2 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings
  • Visit Austin lists it as a sports bar; F1 screenings (e.g. practice from other circuits or race replays) are not confirmed. Call ahead.

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Doc’s Backyard

South Austin

Paid entryCall ahead: the source does not confirm F1 on screens.

Sports bar recommended by Visit Austin for watching games on lots of screens.

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings
  • Visit Austin lists it as a sports bar; F1 screenings (e.g. practice from other circuits or race replays) are not confirmed. Call ahead.

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Armadillo Den

South Austin

Paid entryCall ahead: the source does not confirm F1 on screens.

Sports bar recommended by Visit Austin for watching games on lots of screens.

  • To the circuit 34.1 km (21.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings
  • Visit Austin lists it as a sports bar; F1 screenings (e.g. practice from other circuits or race replays) are not confirmed. Call ahead.

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Mister Tramps

North Austin

Paid entryCall ahead: the source does not confirm F1 on screens.

Sports bar recommended by Visit Austin for watching games on lots of screens.

  • To the circuit 36.4 km (22.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings
  • Visit Austin lists it as a sports bar; F1 screenings (e.g. practice from other circuits or race replays) are not confirmed. Call ahead.

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Haymaker

East Austin (Manor Rd)

Paid entryCall ahead: the source does not confirm F1 on screens.

Sports bar recommended by Visit Austin for watching games on lots of screens.

  • To the circuit 17.0 km (10.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings
  • Visit Austin lists it as a sports bar; F1 screenings (e.g. practice from other circuits or race replays) are not confirmed. Call ahead.

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Pitch

North Austin

Paid entryCall ahead: the source does not confirm F1 on screens.

Sports bar recommended by Visit Austin for watching games on lots of screens.

  • To the circuit 40.3 km (25.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings
  • Visit Austin lists it as a sports bar; F1 screenings (e.g. practice from other circuits or race replays) are not confirmed. Call ahead.

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Sights and neighborhoods 15

Texas State Capitol

Downtown

Family-friendlyFreeRain-friendly

Pink-granite capitol taller than the US Capitol; the state offers free guided tours.

  • To the circuit 26.6 km (16.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: tspb.texas.gov · checked Oct 25, 2026

Congress Avenue Bridge bat flight

Downtown / South Congress

Family-friendlyFree

Around sunset, a huge colony of Mexican free-tailed bats streams out from under the bridge over Lady Bird Lake.

  • To the circuit 26.5 km (16.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings
  • Race week Late in the season for race week: Visit Austin says the colony typically stays until temperatures drop around Sept/Oct, and its kids guide says March–October. A late-October flight is possible but not guaranteed.

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

“i love you so much” mural

South Congress

Family-friendlyFree

Hand-painted message on the wall of Jo’s Coffee, Austin’s best-known photo stop.

  • To the circuit 21.2 km (13.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Greetings from Austin mural

South Austin

Family-friendlyFree

Postcard-style mural that headlines Visit Austin’s self-guided mural tour.

  • To the circuit 21.1 km (13.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Mount Bonnell

West Austin (Covert Park)

Free

Short, steep stone-step climb to one of the best-known views over Lake Austin.

  • To the circuit 32.9 km (20.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail

Lady Bird Lake

Family-friendlyFree

About 10 miles of trail looping Lady Bird Lake with downtown skyline views.

  • To the circuit 36.2 km (22.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Austin Central Library

Downtown (Seaholm)

Family-friendlyFreeRain-friendly

Modern library with a soaring atrium and a rooftop garden.

  • To the circuit 27.0 km (16.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Downtown Austin

Downtown Austin

Free

Capitol, museums, lake trail and dense nightlife in a walkable grid.

  • To the circuit 26.6 km (16.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

South Congress (SoCo)

South Congress (SoCo)

Free

Boutiques, murals, patios and live music along one walkable avenue.

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

East Austin

East Austin

Free

Barbecue, bars, vintage shops and Black and Latino cultural history east of I-35.

  • To the circuit 24.2 km (15.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Rainey Street

Rainey Street

Free

Historic bungalows turned into bars and patios at the edge of downtown; rideshare recommended.

  • To the circuit 26.1 km (16.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Red River Cultural District

Red River Cultural District

Free

Three blocks of music clubs and bars, Austin’s live-music core.

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Sixth Street

Sixth Street

Free

The famous party strip: bars, clubs, rooftops and late crowds.

  • To the circuit 25.8 km (16.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

UT Campus area

UT Campus area

Free

University district with the Blanton, LBJ Library and student hangouts.

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Domain & North Austin

The Domain & North Austin

Free

“Second downtown” of shopping and dining, near Austin FC’s Q2 Stadium.

  • To the circuit 42.4 km (26.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Museums and culture 8

Bullock Texas State History Museum

Downtown / UT

Family-friendlyRain-friendlyPaid entry

Three floors of interactive exhibits on Texas history.

  • To the circuit 27.0 km (16.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race
  • Race week Museum advertises free admission on the first Sunday of the month (H-E-B Free First Sunday); not race week.

Source: thestoryoftexas.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Blanton Museum of Art

UT Campus

Rain-friendlyPaid entry

The University of Texas art museum on campus.

  • Hours Mon closed; Tue–Fri 10am–5pm; Sat 10am–8pm; Sun 10am–5pm (museum site)
  • To the circuit 27.0 km (16.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu

Source: blantonmuseum.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

LBJ Presidential Library

UT Campus

Rain-friendlyPaid entry

Presidential library and museum of Lyndon B. Johnson.

  • To the circuit 27.2 km (16.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: lbjlibrary.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Harry Ransom Center

UT Campus

FreeRain-friendly

Free exhibits from a vast literature, film and photography collection, including a Gutenberg Bible.

  • To the circuit 28.1 km (17.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: hrc.utexas.edu · checked Oct 25, 2026

Mexic-Arte Museum

Downtown (Congress Ave)

Rain-friendly

Official Mexican and Mexican American museum of Texas; runs the Viva la Vida Día de los Muertos festival.

  • To the circuit 25.8 km (16.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race
  • Race week The 2026 Día de los Muertos exhibition runs Sep 11, 2026–Jan 3, 2027. The 2027 programme and festival date are not announced.

Source: mexic-artemuseum.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

UMLAUF Sculpture Garden + Museum

Zilker

Family-friendly

Sculpture garden and museum next to Zilker Park.

  • To the circuit 29.1 km (18.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: umlaufsculpture.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

George Washington Carver Museum

East Austin

Rain-friendly

Museum and genealogy centre for African American history in Austin.

  • To the circuit 24.7 km (15.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Texas Science & Natural History Museum

UT Campus

Family-friendlyRain-friendly

Fossils and Texas wildlife, including a giant flying-reptile skeleton.

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Local favorites 23

Joe’s Bakery & Coffee Shop

Tex-Mex / breakfast tacos · East Austin

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Old-school diner open since 1962, serving breakfast all day; try a migas taco.

  • To the circuit 23.0 km (14.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

El Primo

Breakfast tacos · South Austin (South First St)

Paid entry

Food truck for straightforward egg-and-meat breakfast tacos.

  • To the circuit 20.8 km (12.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Kerbey Lane Cafe

American / Tex-Mex · Several locations

Family-friendlyLate nightPaid entry

Local café chain, a late-night favourite since 1980; Visit Austin lists its locations as open 24/7.

  • Hours 24/7 (per Visit Austin)
  • To the circuit 49.9 km (31.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Tyson’s Tacos

Tacos · North Loop

Late nightPaid entry

Creative taco stand that Visit Austin lists as open 24 hours.

  • Hours 24 hours (per Visit Austin)
  • To the circuit 27.5 km (17.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Matt’s El Rancho

Tex-Mex · South Austin

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Historic family-run Tex-Mex landmark.

  • To the circuit 30.1 km (18.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Güero’s Taco Bar

Tex-Mex · South Congress

Family-friendlyPaid entry

SoCo taco bar whose Oak Garden hosts live music most nights.

  • To the circuit 21.0 km (13.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Sam’s Bar-B-Que

Barbecue · East Austin

Paid entry

No-frills family barbecue joint open since 1957.

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Little Longhorn Saloon

Brentwood

Paid entry

Tiny honky-tonk famous for its Sunday chicken-poop bingo.

  • Price 1 of 4 (Time Out)
  • To the circuit 31.3 km (19.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion evenings
  • Race week The bingo is on Sundays (race day); other nights have live music.

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Driskill Grill

Steakhouse · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Steakhouse restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Downtown Austin Steakhouse Power Rankings”. The Infatuation tags it for: classic establishment, date nights, corporate cards, fine dining.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 25.6 km (15.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Texas Chili Parlor

Tex-Mex · Downtown Austin

Paid entry

Tex-Mex restaurant in Downtown Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Downtown Austin Restaurants”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, cheap eats, casual dinners, drinks & a light bite.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 26.8 km (16.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Dirty Martin's Place

Burgers · West Campus

Paid entry

Burger spot in West Campus. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Restaurants Near The University Of Texas Austin Campus”. The Infatuation tags it for: eating at the bar, lunch, classic establishment, dining solo.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 28.7 km (17.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Halcyon

Bakery/Cafe

Paid entry

Bakery-café. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 10 Best Coffee Shops In Downtown Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: classic establishment, coffee & a light bite, drinks & a light bite, happy hours.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 26.2 km (16.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Terry Black's Barbecue

BBQ · Bouldin

Paid entry

BBQ restaurant in Bouldin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Iconic Dishes That Define Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, classic establishment, impressing out of towners, lunch.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 27.7 km (17.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Habanero Mexican Cafe

Tex-Mex · Dawson

Paid entry

Tex-Mex restaurant in Dawson. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The Best Restaurants in South Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, lunch, classic establishment, brunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 20.3 km (12.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Curra's Grill

Mexican · Travis Heights

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Mexican restaurant in Travis Heights. Featured in The Infatuation guide “The 16 Best Mexican Restaurants In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: brunch, casual dinners, classic establishment, day drinking.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 19.3 km (12.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Magnolia Cafe

American · South Congress

Paid entry

American restaurant in South Congress. Featured in The Infatuation guide “25 Classic Restaurants In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, brunch, cheap eats, classic establishment.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 20.4 km (12.7 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Chuy's

Tex-Mex · Zilker

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Tex-Mex restaurant in Zilker. Featured in The Infatuation guide “25 Classic Restaurants In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, casual dinners, classic establishment, kids.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 28.8 km (17.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

El Chile Café Y Cantina

Mexican · East Austin

Paid entry

Mexican restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Where To Eat Near The Moody Center”. The Infatuation tags it for: casual dinners, cheap eats, classic establishment, day drinking.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 26.0 km (16.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Top Notch

American · Crestview

Paid entry

American restaurant in Crestview. Featured in The Infatuation guide “25 Classic Restaurants In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: classic establishment, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 37.7 km (23.5 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Cisco's Restaurant Bakery & Bar

Tex-Mex · East Austin

Paid entry

Tex-Mex restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “25 Classic Restaurants In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, brunch, classic establishment.

  • Price $$
  • To the circuit 24.1 km (15.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Juan In A Million

Tex-Mex · Holly

Paid entry

Tex-Mex restaurant in Holly. Featured in The Infatuation guide “Iconic Dishes That Define Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: breakfast, brunch, classic establishment, lunch.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 23.0 km (14.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Sam’s BBQ

BBQ · East Austin

Paid entry

BBQ restaurant in East Austin. Featured in The Infatuation guide “25 Classic Restaurants In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: lunch, classic establishment.

  • Price $
  • To the circuit 24.4 km (15.2 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Fonda San Miguel

Mexican · Allandale

Paid entry

Mexican restaurant in Allandale. Featured in The Infatuation guide “25 Classic Restaurants In Austin”. The Infatuation tags it for: big groups, classic establishment, date nights, dinner with the parents.

  • Price $$$
  • To the circuit 31.1 km (19.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings

Source: theinfatuation.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Family 5

Thinkery

Mueller

Family-friendlyRain-friendlyPaid entry

Hands-on children’s science museum.

  • Hours Mon closed; Tue–Sun 10am–5pm (museum site)
  • To the circuit 26.4 km (16.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: thinkeryaustin.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Peter Pan Mini-Golf

Bouldin

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Kitschy mini-golf since 1948 with two 18-hole courses.

  • To the circuit 28.0 km (17.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Austin Zoo

Southwest Austin

Family-friendlyRain-friendlyPaid entry

Rescue-focused zoo with more than 300 animals.

  • To the circuit 45.7 km (28.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Austin Bouldering Project

East Austin

Family-friendlyRain-friendlyPaid entry

Huge bouldering gym with no minimum age.

  • To the circuit 22.3 km (13.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Alamo Drafthouse

Several locations

Family-friendlyRain-friendlyPaid entry

Austin-born cinema chain with food served at your seat.

  • To the circuit 26.3 km (16.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Outdoors 8

Barton Springs Pool

Zilker Park

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Spring-fed pool inside Zilker Park that stays around 68–70°F all year.

  • To the circuit 30.2 km (18.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.gov · checked Oct 25, 2026

Zilker Park

Zilker

Family-friendlyFree

Big central park for picnics, frisbee and lake views; home to the botanical garden.

  • To the circuit 36.8 km (22.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Barton Creek Greenbelt

South / Southwest Austin

Free

Limestone creek trails and swimming holes (Twin Falls, Sculpture Falls) that depend on rainfall.

  • To the circuit 32.1 km (19.9 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race
  • Race week Water levels vary with rainfall; in autumn the creek can be low or dry.

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Deep Eddy Pool

West Austin

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Texas’s oldest man-made pool (1915), with lap lanes and a shady lawn.

  • To the circuit 29.1 km (18.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Zilker Botanical Garden

Zilker

Family-friendlyPaid entry

28-acre city garden inside Zilker Park.

  • To the circuit 35.0 km (21.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: zilkergarden.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

Southwest Austin

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Texas’s botanic garden of native plants and arboretum.

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: wildflower.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Pease Park

Central Austin

Family-friendlyFree

Park with a splash feature, big playground and a treehouse lookout.

  • To the circuit 27.8 km (17.3 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Hamilton Pool Preserve

Dripping Springs

Paid entry

A creek spills about 50 ft over a limestone overhang into a jade-green pool.

  • To the circuit 70.2 km (43.6 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: parks.traviscountytx.gov · checked Oct 25, 2026

Shopping 6

South Congress boutiques

South Congress

Free

Walkable strip of jewellery, western wear, paper goods and candy shops.

  • To the circuit 28.0 km (17.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Allen’s Boots

South Congress

Rain-friendly

Huge cowboy-boot store to try on a pair.

  • Price 3 of 4 (Time Out)
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: timeout.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

The Domain

North Austin

Open-air shopping and dining district north of downtown.

  • To the circuit 40.9 km (25.4 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

BookPeople

Downtown (N Lamar)

Family-friendlyRain-friendly

Largest independent bookstore in Texas.

  • To the circuit 27.1 km (16.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Big Top Candy Shop

South Congress

Family-friendlyRain-friendly

Circus-themed shop of nostalgic sweets.

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Resistencia Bookstore

East Austin

Rain-friendly

Bookshop for Chicano, Latino, Native American and queer bilingual literature.

  • To the circuit 21.1 km (13.1 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Tours 5

Austin Duck Adventures

Downtown / Lake Austin

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Amphibious sightseeing past Sixth Street and the Capitol, then into Lake Austin.

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: austinducks.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Lone Star Riverboat bat-watching cruise

Lady Bird Lake

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Sunset boat tour timed to the bat flight.

  • To the circuit 27.1 km (16.8 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings
  • Race week Bat season tails off in autumn (see the bridge entry); check the operator schedule for late October.

Source: lonestarriverboat.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Bat-watching kayak tours

Lady Bird Lake

Paid entry

Evening paddles to watch the bats from the water (Live Love Paddle, Austin Kayak Tours per Visit Austin).

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · evenings
  • Race week Same late-season caveat as the bridge flight.

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Downtown historic walking tours

Downtown

Weekly guided walks of downtown districts run from the Austin Visitor Center.

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Lake Travis Zipline Adventures

Lake Travis

Paid entry

Five ziplines, including one billed as the longest in Texas.

  • Our suggestion Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Day trips 7

Fredericksburg

Texas Hill Country

German-heritage main street, boutiques and dozens of nearby wineries.

  • From the circuit 120 km in a straight line
  • Our suggestion Mon after the race

Source: visitfredericksburgtx.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Lockhart

Caldwell County

Small town billed as the “Barbecue Capital of Texas”.

  • From the circuit 29 km in a straight line
  • Our suggestion Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

San Antonio Missions

San Antonio

Family-friendlyFree

Spanish colonial missions forming a UNESCO World Heritage national park.

  • From the circuit 119 km in a straight line
  • Our suggestion Mon after the race

Source: nps.gov · checked Oct 25, 2026

San Antonio River Walk & the Alamo

San Antonio

Family-friendly

San Antonio’s riverside walkway and historic sites, south of Austin.

  • From the circuit 114 km in a straight line
  • Our suggestion Mon after the race

Source: visitsanantonio.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Gruene & New Braunfels

Comal County

Century-old settlement preserved as a historic Texas district, next to New Braunfels.

  • From the circuit 63 km in a straight line
  • Our suggestion Mon after the race

Source: gruenetexas.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Wimberley & Blue Hole

Hays County

Town-square shopping and the Blue Hole swimming spot.

  • From the circuit 47 km in a straight line
  • Our suggestion Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Jacob’s Well Natural Area

Wimberley

Artesian spring opening into a large submerged cave; swimming access is limited.

  • From the circuit 49 km in a straight line
  • Our suggestion Mon after the race

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Near the circuit 7

Circuit of The Americas

Del Valle (SE Austin)

With race ticket

Purpose-built Grade 1 circuit about 15 miles southeast of downtown, home of the US Grand Prix.

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

Speed City (karting, mini golf, zipline)

COTA

Family-friendlyPaid entry

COTA’s karting track, kids’ karting, themed mini golf and a zipline over the main straight.

  • Price Zipline $12 on site, or $10 add-on with a race (COTA site)
  • Hours Mon–Wed closed; Thu 11:30am–5:30pm; Fri 9am–6:30pm; Sat 8:30am–7pm; Sunday hours unclear on the COTA page
  • Our suggestion Mon after the race
  • Race week 2026: karting closed Oct 8–30 for F1; mini golf and zipline open Oct 22–25 only with a valid F1 ticket. Expect similar restrictions in 2027 (not announced).

Source: circuitoftheamericas.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

COTALAND

COTA (between Turns 19 and 20)

Family-friendlyPaid entry

New theme park on the COTA campus with roller coasters and family rides.

  • Our suggestion Mon after the race
  • Race week Opened Sep 26, 2026. Race-week opening days are not published.

Source: cotaland.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Germania Insurance Amphitheater

COTA

With race ticket

Austin’s largest outdoor music venue, on the COTA grounds.

  • Our suggestion evenings

Source: austintexas.org · checked Oct 25, 2026

COTA Camping

COTA

Paid entry

Trackside campsites on the circuit grounds.

Source: circuitoftheamericas.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

Meches Mexican Restaurant

Mexican · Del Valle (FM 812)

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Local Mexican restaurant a short drive from the circuit.

  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: mechesmexicanrestauranttx.com · checked Oct 25, 2026

McKinney Falls State Park

Southeast Austin

Family-friendlyPaid entry

Southeast Austin state park with waterfalls, trails and a historic rock shelter.

  • To the circuit 12.8 km (8.0 mi) by road, without race traffic
  • Our suggestion Wed · Thu · Mon after the race

Source: tpwd.texas.gov · checked Oct 25, 2026

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