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"Since opening in 2009, the improv and stand-up venue tucked into an alleyway on Lavaca has cultivated an affecting, bizarro approach that sets its weekly programming and classes apart from other local comedy clubs. Its small theatre creates immediate physical contact between audience and performers, and in shows like Stoned vs. Drunk vs. Sober and the creative writing prompt open mic Playpen, run by (sometimes overly) intense comedians, the "fierce experimental mixture" of styles hits you like a humor freight train. No venue in the city is as unpredictable, abstract, or inclusive of up-and-coming improvisatory talent."
"Opened in 2007, the The Institution Theater is home to a great staff of teachers to help with improv, acting, comedy writing, and stand-up. Owner Tom Booker has worked with The Second City Theatre in Chicago, performed in off-Broadway productions, and helped write and direct films. The Institution Theater offers classes in each of these areas, with different levels of improv, comedy and film script writing, and stand-up classes."
"This live comedy venue and training center features comedy shows seven nights a week, so you can never get enough!. Located in the heart of downtown Austin, Fallout Theater (formerly known as The New Movement) has grown exponentially into an unstoppable hotspot of Austin comedy. Established in 2018, this spot is one of the newest comedy clubs in Austin and definitely one of the best!"
"Also known as “The Velv,” this comedy club on Austin’s famous 6th Street was opened in March 1988. After seeing the success of Esther’s Follies, Michael Shelton purchased the closed down Embassy Room with a plan to create a new comedy club that was unlike any of the others in Austin. Comics like Jana Williams, Vanessa Kaufman, and Brian Malow were just a few of the many to perform stand-up routines in the early days of The Velveeta Room."
"The Velveeta Room, also lovingly referred to as The Velv, is an intimate, laugh-filled room featuring stand-up comedy and open mic nights. Local and touring comics perform in the cozy atmosphere where the standards are high. The Velv might be the most important stage for Austin comics to develop their material in front of fellow comics, so you can guarantee you’ll be getting the best of the best."
"The Hideout Theatre in Austin is well known for its improv productions. These productions are showcased Thursday-Sunday, featuring both independent performing groups and shows produced by The Hideout Theatre. This downtown club also offers several levels of improv classes for students from kids to adults during the week, as well as showcases for those who attend and want to show off their acting skills."
"12129 N Fm 620 Inside the Zach Theater North, Austin, TX 78750-1090+1 512-318-4992[email protected]https://www.comedysportzaustin.com/. Austin’s weekly live, competitive improv comedy show. It’s 100% made up on the spot, 100% clean and family-friendly, and 100% hilarious!"
"This kid-friendly restaurant is also located in the Domain area. They have a large outdoor seating area, kid menu, kids coloring book, and a very friendly vibe. 11800 Domain Blvd, yardhouse.com"
"Counter Culture throws its Hatch hat into the ring with this delectable vegan burger (Credit: Counter Culture). This groovy little house on the east side specializes in vegan comfort food. I’m happy to report the soy-free, gluten-free mac n’ cheeze with broccoli and cashew cheeze is as crave-worthy as you want it to be."
"Craving jackfruit barbecue, seitan sandwiches, and desserts sweetened with dates?. Counter Culture’s vegan menu is your best bet. Pickup orders can be placed online."
"This woman-owned noodle joint is best-known for its ramen made with whole chicken broth. Daruma also serves some of the best vegan ramen around, loaded with savory ingredients like fried tofu skin and ginger oil."
"Sugar Pine offers natural ice made in-house and features vegan and gluten-free options. Ice cream flavors include coconut, matcha, black sesame, and caramel swirl while sorbets come in mango, watermelon, and Thai basil options. Add toppings like crystallized ginger, candied orange peel, and caramel popcorn."
"Oskar Blues Brewery, straight outta ColoRADo, was the first American craft brewer to self-can their own beers back in 2002. The whole canning beer things may seem like old news, but it's actually turned out to be a majorly important development in the craft beer game. Canned beer doesn't spoil from sunlight like bottles do, and there's the distinct advantage of being able to take them on outside excursions like hiking or swimming without worrying about them breaking."
"The Colorado brewery known for Dale’s Pale Ale picked Austin for its third location and Texas distribution center. Keeping with the spirit of the city, there are often musical performances in the taproom, as well as food trucks. Taproom hours are from noon to 8 p.m."
"Drinking Zilker beer is a deeply satisfying experience because everything coming out of this 15-barrel brewhouse is so unique and varied and expertly produced. With approximately 40 new small batches released so far in 2020, Zilker is basically holding Toyotathon for beer, like "What can we do to get you into this beer today?" How about their 20 different versions of hazy IPA in 2020 alone?. [RV Salesman Commercial Voice] "Hey, we've got hazy Marco, Viking Candy, Juice Complex, and Birthday Sauce! Retro Room, Torrid Daydream, Midnight Sun, and Stir Crazy! Hey, fella, didya forget your anniversary? We didn't! Bring our Fifth Anniversary Hazy back home to the missus today! Our cans are Insta-certified!" Anyway, you get the point."
"Stop in to the sleek Zilker Brewing Co. taproom and try a pint of their noted Coffee Milk Stout. Zilker also hosts a ton of fun events, from beer pairings to yoga-and-beer sessions. Nosh on some Asian-inspired fried chicken from the on-site Spicy Boys food truck.Patio dining and beer-to-go available: https://www.toasttab.com/zilker-brewing-company/v3"
"Operating from a prime location on East Sixth, Zilker Brewing utilizes a 15-barrel brewhouse situated in a casual, yet sleek taproom designed by legendary Dick Clark. The taproom is open from 4 to 10 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, noon to 11 p.m."
"Why not travel to another part of the world for breakfast at the Whip In Convenience Store and Pub?. Serving up Indian takes on Southern breakfast classics, Whip In’s weekday breakfast offerings include items like the Mumbai Migas, which is served with cilantro chutney and basmati rice, and naan tacos. Eager to make sure that everyone feels welcome, Whip In also serves favorites like waffles and shrimp and grits."