The Barton Hills/Zilker neighborhood is considered by many to be the heart and soul of Austin. With Lady Bird Lake to the north, Zilker Park to the west, and conveniently situated along popular South Lamar, it’s within walking distance of some of the hottest spots in Austin. Whether you’re looking for Barton Springs, the flagship Whole Foods, or the infamous Broken Spoke, it all lies at your doorstep in Zilker.
Despite its proximity to the hustle and bustle of Barton Springs and Lamar streets, the houses are nestled among surprisingly quiet, peaceful streets. The homes here are as eclectic as the city itself, with everything from tiny bungalows to huge modern upgrades. Similarly, the residents pride themselves on being Austinites and live by the mantra ‘Keep Austin Weird.’ Established hippies, young families, and transplants alike all co-exist here in perfect, funky harmony.
Come stay here if it’s your first time in Austin or you’re just looking to be as close to the action as possible!
NEARBY MARKETS/GROCERY STORES
Thom’s Market: 1418 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704
Barton Hills Market: 1220 Barton Hills Dr, Austin, TX 78704
NEARBY COFFEE
Cafe Medici: 1100 S Lamar Blvd #2125, Austin, TX 78704
Merit Coffee: 1105 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Thorough Bread: 1709 Bluebonnet Ln, Austin, TX 78704
Patika: 2159 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Picnik: 1700 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Starbucks: 1509 S Lamar Blvd Suite 100, Austin, TX 78704
Opa Coffee and Wine: 2050 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Irie Bean Coffee & Wine Bar: 2310 S Lamar Blvd #102, Austin, TX 78704
SquareRut Kava Bar: 1601 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704
NEARBY BREAKFAST
Snooze: 1700 S Lamar Blvd #301, Austin, TX 78704
JuiceLand: 1625 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704
Juice Society: 1100 S Lamar Blvd Ste #1116, Austin, TX 78704
El Meson: 2038 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Sazon: 1816 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Paperboy (foodtruck by Merit Coffee): 1105 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
The Carpenter Hotel: 400 Josephine St, Austin, TX 78704
Kerbey Lane: 3003 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Torchy’s Tacos: 3005 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Maudie’s Too: 1212 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Papalote Taco House: 2803 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Odd Duck (Sunday only): 1201 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
TLC (Saturday & Sunday only): 1100 S Lamar Blvd Ste. #1150, Austin, TX 78704
Gourdough’s Public House (Saturday & Sunday only): 2700 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Eberly (Saturday & Sunday): 615 S. Lamar, Austin, TX 78704
Matt’s El Rancho (Saturday & Sunday only): 2613 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704