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 Records, lots of them |
2928 Guadalupe St Austin, TX 78705 United States +1 512 322 0660 |
Antone's Record Store features blues, R&B, soul, '50s and '60s rock, exotica, rock-a-billy and much more on vinyl! There are many rare items of collector quality to be found among the bursting vinyl bins. You will find an afternoon is quickly spent rummaging through these records and feeling nostalgic. The inventory features a great selection of Texas and Cajun artists. Not to worry, new-timers; the store does carry some selections on CD. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Learn that Texas style |
5400 N Lamar Blvd Ste 102 Austin, TX 78751 United States +1 512 442 2880 http://www.austinguitarschool.com |
A certain unwritten city ordinance says, when in Austin, you must play guitar. If you need help getting started, head to this guitar school for the best local instruction. The instructional staff includes seventeen experienced guitarists, most formally trained, who teach all styles of picking, from classical and Latin to folk and pop. Also learn fingering style, sight-reading and improvisation. Group instruction in beginning blues and beginning bass is available through the University of Texas. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Southwest Austin mega-mall |
2901 S Capital of Texas Hwy Austin, TX 78746 United States 1 512 327 7040 http://www.simon.com/mall/defa... |
Located along the outer edge of the Barton Creek greenbelt, this is the biggest shopping center in town. The major department stores are all here, including Nordstrom, Macy's, and JCPenney, as well as a multitude of boutiques and specialty stores, like Brookstone, Victoria's Secret, Nine West, The Sharper Image, Kay Jewelers, Foot Locker and tons more. With a large food court, several ATM machines, opticians, hair salons, a copy service and full security, the mall also offers a total customer service experience. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 From the frying pan to, you name it! |
1501,Ranch Road 620 North, Suite A Austin, TX 78734 United States +1 512 266 5666 http://www.faradayskitchenstor... |
Being in Faraday's Kitchen Store is like being a kid in a candy store. For those who like to cook, at least, this culinary and gastronomy haven is a dream come true. Top of the line cookware, baking fundamentals and cutlery, crowd this one of a kind store. Boasting over 200 brands like OXO, Zyliss and Le Creuset, there's also an armory of knives including the coveted Santoku. Faraday's Kitchen Store also holds cooking classes under the tutelage of experienced chefs. Whether an amateur or a seasoned line chef, the store has something for every need, and some more to satisfy your greed! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From house to home |
417 West 2nd Street Austin, TX 78701 United States +1 512 236 1414 http://www.shopfinch.com/ |
Roosting in the hub of the 2nd Street Retail District, Finch retails in home furnishings and accessories. Promoting mostly independent designers, the glassware, dinnerware, vases and linen all have a touch of 'nature' to them. Finch also specializes in hand-crafted gift items, each as unique as its intended recipient. No wonder that Finch is popular for bridal registries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Home sweet Home |
2090 Woodward Street Austin, TX 78744 United States +1 512 225 0333 http://www.fourhandshome.com/ |
Have an itch to redecorate your house? Then this store will help you out. A direct importer of furniture from all over the world, this 15,000 square-foot store will offer you discounts and innovation that will make your home as sweet as the idiom. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Electronics Heaven |
12707 North Mopac Expressway Austin, TX 78727 United States +1 512 733 7000 http://www.frys.com/ |
Considered a male paradise, Fry's is a one-stop-shopping electronics retailer that carries over 50,000 hi-tech products. Founded in 1985 in the Silicon Valley, Fry's has stores across the country and provides products that embody the latest technological trends and electronic advances. Each location sells, services, and supports computer hardware and software products, components and accessories, audio, video, and telecommunications products and appliances. Fry's also offers personal electronics, convenience products and general merchandise items. The stores range in size from 50,000 to over 180,000 sq ft. Perfect for both the professional and the novice, Fry's prides itself on employing a friendly and knowledgeable staff who can answer any question you have about the merchandise. You can literally lose yourself in this electronics haven for hours! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hip grocery store |
3913 Todd Lane, Suite 618 Austin, TX 78744 United States +1 512 440 8449 http://www.greenling.com |
Farmer's markets have fresh food, but you need to get there early. A grocery store has variety and value, but the quality of the products may not suit your requirements. Neither of the places may deliver to you. What do you do? Contact Greenling. Greenling supports local farms and makes the organic foods movement accessible to all. Every aspect of the online shopping cart can be customized, and the delivery day is area dependent. Greenling offers variety, quality, value and delivery, all on one platter. And the platter's organic too! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Specializing in Rap, Urban, Hip-Hop |
3909-D North IH 35 Suite One Austin, TX 78722 United States +1 512 451 3361 |
The name of this CD and vinyl shop might as well be Rap Mania, with the largest selection of that particular genre in Austin. Houston rap artists like Easy Southern Gangster and Screw lead the pack in record sales. You will also find cassettes, 45's, posters and T-shirts of popular artists. Listening stations are few, but always supplied with the latest urban beats. Do not forget to browse the affordable but collectible vinyl, including some gems from the world of jazz, soul and R&B. There are also CD sections reserved for country, blues, folk and bluegrass. A parent or guardian must accompany a child under the age of 10 in this shop. Located next to Fiesta in the Delwood Shopping Center. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Everything under one roof |
2525 W Anderson Ln Austin, TX 78757 United States +1 512 451 9311 |
Consider this north Austin mall as an alternative to the colder, more impersonal mega-malls that have become standard in recent years. This shopping center is a bit cozier, with some unusual finds inside. Despite its smaller size, though, shoppers will still be able to browse department stores like Oshman's and Bealls, or catch a movie at the resident theater. In addition, the mall offers the only ice skating rink in town, and is home to specialty shops such as Gamefellas, Lammes Candies, and Guitar Center, as well as the Museum of Fine Arts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Quality paper goods |
4001 N Lamar Blvd Austin, TX 78756 United States +1 512 451 6531 http://www.paperplaceaustin.com |
Located in the upscale Central Park Shopping Center, Paper Place purveys high-quality writing goods and accessories. They have a vast selection of premium and recycled papers, along with greeting cards, beautiful pens, photo albums, leather goods, gift-wraps and various novelty items perfect for a gift. This unique shop also makes custom invitations for parties, weddings or any occasion deserving of a fine card. This is a delightful store where browsing is a must. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Audio, video, data storage |
313 South Congress Ave Austin, TX 78704 United States +1 512 443 3911 http://www.pro-tape.com |
Did you run out of film in the middle of a shoot and its 3am? Available by 24-hour digital pager, Pro Tape and Communications Supply are major supplier of film, magnetic tape and production supplies for Austin's music and film professionals can come to your rescue. The shop carries a large inventory of brands including Eastman Kodak, TDK, Maxell, Fuji, JVC, Sony, BASF, Apogee, Denon and Quantegy. In addition to film and tape, you will find editing systems, lighting equipment, lamps, adapters, cables and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Recycled rain! |
2770 Highway 290 West Tank Town World Headquarters Austin, TX 78620 United States +1 512 894 0861 http://www.rainwatercollection... |
The first reaction to Richard's Rainwater is shock, then surprise and awe and finally a feel-good smile. Richard Heinichen was thirsty. He did what most of us wouldn't. Catch rainwater before it hits the ground(through a non-chlorinated closed loop system of pipes and filters, for those interested), purified it, bottled it and voilà! Recycled bottled "cloud juice", as pure as it gets. Word's gotten out about his ingeniously simple enterprise and people from all around don't mind driving out to Tank Town World Headquarters (Richard's bottling facility) to buy a case or two. Sure, it's more convenient to order bottles online, but who wouldn't want to shake Richard's hand? Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A to Z of tea |
900 Rio Grande Street Austin, TX 78701 United States +1 512 330 9991 http://teaembassy.com/ |
The Tea Embassy is not a restaurant or a cafe and it's not a venue for tea parties. Having answered two prime questions that might be on your mind, here's what the Tea Embassy is. This boutique is an authority on specialty tea and stock teas from around the world. From the Bengal Blend to the Yellow Mountain Hair Tip Organic, all teas can be bought in sizes of 2, 4 and 8 ounces. Proprietor Carol Sims also takes the credit for many other things organized at the Tea Embassy like seminars and book readings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mmmm...cookies! |
1806 Nueces (Behind Jimmy Johns on MLK) Austin, TX 78701 United States +1 512 473 2600 http://www.cookiedelivery.com/ |
Feel like some freshly-baked cookies? A call and a 30 minute wait are all that is required for Tiff's Treats to prepare your favorite kind! Tempting flavors—peanut butter, oatmeal raisin, butterscotch chip and more are available to choose from. Drinks and desserts also feature on the menu. If you're looking for just a snack, drop by, but if you have a large order to place, please notify the store in advance. Either pick up your parcel or have it delivered. You can also get your package gift-wrapped for that special someone. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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DJ's delight |
505 West Mary St Austin, TX 78704 United States +1 512 462 2568 |
A focus on Dance Club and International music and DJ supplies keeps this place hopping from open to close. Count on hearing some of the latest Hip Hop and Trance or even wedding DJ classics like "The Chicken Dance" while you shop. These folks cater to DJ's and nightclubs, but they are not above discussing the relative merits of plush leopard print custom velvet slip pads with a novice scratch-master wanna-be. You can also find a nice assortment of picture disks and a huge selection of Latin, tejano, salsa, merengue and disco. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic, cult and foreign flicks |
609 West 29th St Austin, TX 78705 United States +1 512 478 5325 http://www.vulcanvideo.com |
With an excellent collection of B-movies, cult classics, musicals, low-budget horror pictures, foreign films and a variety of videos you will not find at the chain stores, this is a movie-lover's paradise. Peruse the "director's wall" for films grouped by director; if you are looking for a silent film, this eclectic shop has one of the best selections in town. Staff suggestions are located throughout the store if you are having trouble deciding on which flick to rent. Most of the employees are huge film fans and know their business, so if you have questions about a rare movie, this is a great place to start. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Special orders, local music and much more |
600 North Lamar Blvd Austin, TX 78703 United States +1 512 474 2500 http://www.waterloorecords.com |
For over 20 years, this has been one of Austin's favorite record stores. Why? The selection of music is unbeatable. Shoppers will find every genre of music here, including current popular favorites and many Texas artists. Waterloo has supported the local music community for years, allowing bands a place to sell their handmade tapes, vinyl and CD's. The store is also famous for its large selection of imports and world music. If you are looking for music that is a little off the beaten path, this is a good place to start. From Rock to Reggae, Punk to Experimental, Hip-Hop to Country and Blues to Noise, you will find it all right here. If you are not sure what you are looking for, grab a set of headphones at one of the listening stations and sample anything your heart desires. The shop also carries a great selection of music-related books, magazines, posters, and T-shirts. You will also find an excellent blank tape and CDR selection with pro-recording tapes available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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