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gAyTX Fun Guide

Austin's gay bars and then some...

'Bout Time

Early happy-hour specials, buff volleyballers, great karaoke, and bartenders specializing in all things stiff.
9601 N. I-35, 832-5339, info@bouttimeaustin.com www.bouttimeaustin.com

34th Street Café

A great place to get to know someone over sandwiches by day and a whole lot better over a prix fixe menu at night.
1005 W. 34th, 512/371-3400, goodfood@34thstreetcafe.com www.34thstreetcafe.com

ABP Logistics, LLC.

ABP Logistics, LLC. provides high quality photographs to agents, builders, and home owners in a fast, reliable, and professional manner every time. ABP Logistics, LLC. truly is "About The Big Picture."
2111 Sharon, 620/877-7800, evan.wienck@itsabp.com www.itsabp.com

ALLGO

Our prime resource for LGBTQ people of color, statewide Austin Latino/a Lesbian/Gay Organization is all that and a bag of mangos.
701 Tillery, 472-2001, info@allgo.org www.allgo.org

Alpha Medical Massage & Rehabilitation

Gay-owned and -operated with an impressive menu of therapeutic massages, bodywork, and other treatments. New Blurb: 50% OFF the Month of March (1 hour massage ONLY $39), just mention this ad! Alpha is a Texas Dept of Health CE provider, Check out our website! From relaxation to pain sensations, we can help you with therapists that are top in the industry, at an affordable cost. We help you to relax , and also work with the medical world to help you achieve 100% total wellness!
595 Round Rock West Dr, Ste 601, 363-5946, scot@alphamedicalmassage.com www.alphamedicalmassage.com

Anytime Fitness

Fitness, anytime, plus they offer a free 7-day pass.
3407 Guadalupe, 538-0404, AustinTX1@anytimefitness.com www.anytimefitness.com

Austin Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce

A nice rainbow umbrella for gay-owned and gay-friendly businesses. Also home to the Austin LGBT Toastmasters Club.
PO Box 49216, 761-LGBT (5428), info@aglcc.org www.aglcc.org

Austin Gay Lesbian Film Festival

Over a quarter century of bringing the best in LGBT programming to Central Texas. Look for their Meet-up at Frank, Sun., Mar. 11, 4-6pm.
407 Colorado, 512/494-6916, sup@hotdogscoldbeer.com agliff.org

Austin Gay Nudists.org

Whether you got that buff stuff or junk in the trunk, nurture the nature of this all-nude, all-dude group.
INFO TK, INFO TK austingaynudists.org

Austin LGBT Bar Association

The Austin LGBT Bar Association is a professional legal organization for LGBT people and allies.
president@austinlgbtbar.org www austinlgbtbar.com

Bark N Purr

The alpha dogs of all your pets' needs.
4604 Burnet Rd., 512/452-3883 www.barknpurr.com

Bennu

For your 24/7 buzz, plus yummy grub from local vendors, served with aplomb (not necessarily a plumb).
2001 E. MLK, 512/478-4700 www.bennucoffee.com

Bernadette's

100% pure Austin dive heaven, where the unusual and gender-indeterminate reign. Beer, wine, set-ups (BYO liquor). Say "Hi!" to E. and tell her a unicorn sent ya.
2039 Airport www.bernadettesbar.com

Blue Dragon Plumbing LLC

Blue Dragon Plumbing is a locally-owned commercial and residential service plumbing company, protecting your health with better plumbing practices. Available seven days a week, with emergency service after hours, weekends and holidays at no extra charge.
INFO TK, 947-2491, gilbert@bluedragonplumbing.com www.bluedragonplumbing.com

Blue Star Cafeteria

Upscale diner with a modern, friendly vibe.
4800 Burnet Rd., 512/454-7827, luckystar@bluestarcafeteria.com www.bluestarcafeteria.com

BookWoman

Austin's fierce feminist bookstore welcomes women and women-luvers of all stripes. Great kids' section, to boot.
5501 N. Lamar Ste. 105-A, 472-2785, bookwoman@austin.rr.com www.ebookwoman.com

Bouldin Creek Coffeehouse

Bouldin Creek will boul your tastebuds over with all-veg delights and their "Best of Austin"-winning "Best Hot Staff."
1900 S. First, 512/416-1601, info@bouldincreek.com www.bouldincreek.com

Breed & Co.

Beloved hardware and home goods heaven divided into what we like to call their Butch and Femme sides.
718 W. 29th, 512/474-6679 www.breedandco.com

Capitol City Front Runners

Meet at North Shore of Lady Bird Lake under the MoPac bridge, Tues. and Thu. (6pm) and Sat. (10am).
1811 Santa Clara, 453-8878, president@austinfrontrunners.org www.capitalcityfrontrunners.com

Central Texas Boys of Leather

Wear chaps; benefit charities.
504 Willow, 480-9017, info@ctbol.org www.ctbol.org

Chain Drive

If it looks like a bear, sounds like a bear, and doesn't shave like a bear … RrrrowwL!
504 Willow, 480-9017 www.chain-drive.com

Chango's

Affordable and funky locally-owned taco heaven known for insanely good aguas frescas and grilled mahi mahi tacos.
3023 Guadalupe, 512/480-TACO www.changos.com

Cheer Up Charlie's

2011 "Best of Austin" "Best LGBTQ Hang Out" is the hottest live music queer bar in town. Plus vegan chocolate. Yup!
1104 E. Sixth, 512/431-2133, cheerupcharlies@gmail.com www.cheerupcharlies.tumblr.com

Cherrywood Coffeehouse

Pop into Cherrywood for great Sunday brunch (heavenly crawfish omelettes and Pain Perdu) and any day po-boys, salads, beer, and coffee treats.
1400 E. 38 1/2, 512/538-1991 www.cherrywoodcoffeehouse.com

Clark Brown Family Care Clinic/OM Health Center

Dr. Cheryl Clark Brown and acupuncturist/herbalist William A. Wood offer integrated care and work as a team for the best possible path to a client's wellness.
2113 E. MLK #101, 391-9700 www.clarkbrownmd.com, www.omhealthcenter.com

Cowgirls & Flowers

Chances are you'll meet someone here you'll wish to impress: Say it with Cowgirls.
508 Walsh, 512/478-4626 www.cowgirlsandflowers.com

Curra's Grill

Austin's beloved institution of Mexican Interior. (And their interior might be packed during SX.)
614 E. Oltorf, 512/444-0012, info@lascurras.com www.currasgrill.com

Deco Lounge

More oonce-oonce for your ounce ounce.
408 Congress www.decoloungeaustin.com

Delaware Subs

Revered for the Philly Cheesesteak and appreciated for the fast, friendly service.
8105 Mesa, Ste. C, 512/345-3816 www.delawaresub.com

Diablo Rojo

Holes and the stuff to stick in them. Plus tattoos, exotic jewelry, and art prints.
2604 Guadalupe, 512/476-7575 www.diablo-rojo.com

El Sol y La Luna

A great place to bring your amigas y amigos for some of the best Migas on the planet.
600 E. Sixth, 512/444-7770, nilda07@yahoo.com www.elsolylalunaaustin.com

End of an Ear

The kind of wax that's welcome in your ears. Dan & Blake have created the best in a human-scaled record nirvana.
2209 S. First, 512/462-6008, gdp@endofanear.com www.endofanear.com

Equality Texas

Equality Texas is ground zero for queer politics, Lone Star-style.
PO Box 2340, 474-5475, allison@equalitytexas.org www.equalitytexas.org

Foodies

For women who love women who love food.
beatsagoago@gmail.com

Forbidden Fruit

Our trusty neighborhood kink shop will fulfill your needs with a rubber helping hand, a wink, and a smile.
108 E. North Loop, 512/453-8090 www.forbiddenfruit.com

Frank

Frankly, these wieners are irresistible. And the food is good, too.
407 Colorado, 512/494-6916, sup@hotdogscoldbeer.com hotdogscoldbeer.com

Frisco Shop

A true, fine, living, breathing, non-ironic example of iconic Austin, off the SX-beaten path. As American as their delectable apple pie.
6801 Burnet Rd., 512/459-6279 www.thefriscoshopaustin.com

Frock On Vintage

Excellent vintage fashions for excellent ladies and gents. 2-for-1 Snap Shirt Tuesdays are just one of their regularly scheduled specials.
3016 Guadalupe, Ste. A101, 474-7711 www.frockonvintage.com

Gay Place Online

Steer here, queers. Moooooo.
454-5766, gayplace@austinchronicle.com www.austinchronicle.com/gay

GayBiGayGay

Gay-o, me say gaaay-o. Daylight come and it's party time at this post-SXSW all-day gathering. Sun., Mar. 18, noon-midnight. See Events section for full listing.
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Genuine Joe's

An LGBT and nerd haven up in the northern suburbs.
2001 W. Anderson, 512/220-1576, info@genuinejoecoffee.com genuinejoecoffee.com

Great Outdoors

Not just a nursery, but a riot of color and ideas and foliage for your great outdoors.
2730 S. Congress, 448-2992 www.gonursery.com

Green & White Grocery

Once a tamale factory and corner grocery, this botanic is currently stocked with votives, traditional medicine, and Santeria icons.
1201 E. Seventh, 472-0675

Habitat Suites

Austin’s greenest home away from home.
500 E. Highland Mall Blvd., 512/467-6000, 800/535-4663, info@habitatsuites.com www.habitatsuites.com

Hausman Chiropractic & Acupuncture

Dr. Hausman's holistic approach to achieving and maintaining good health.
8015 Shoal Creek Blvd, Ste 110, 419-1000, drrobhausman@gmail.com www.hausmanchiropractic.com

Hilton Garden Inn

Easy access, and crisp-linened luxury right in the heart of it all.
500 N. I-35, 512/480-8181, twilson@hgiaustin.com hiltongardeninn.hilton.com

Hippie Hollow

Welcome to Austin's nude-friendly party zone. While this isn't a "gay beach," per se, you sure wouldn't know it on certain holidays. Leave the kids at home.
7000 Comanche Tr., 397-1463 www.hippiehollow.com

Holiday Inn Express – Austin North

Clean and simple place to lay your head (and anything else you have in mind).
14620 N. I-35, 251-9110 www.hiexpress.com/austin-north

Hotel San Jose

One of the original transformations that put SoCo on the map. Well, on the stylish map.
1316 S. Congress, 512/444-7322 www.sanjosehotel.com

Hugo's

Tequila bar and dining finely. So Austin.
300 S. Lamar, 512/474-4846 hugosaustin.com

Human Rights Campaign – Austin

The Austin steering committee of the national organization (you know, yellow equal sign/blue background).
608-2626, info@hrcaustin.org www.hrcaustin.org

Hyatt Regency Austin

One of the early homes of SXSW. Bet you did not know that.
208 Barton Springs Rd., 512/477-1234, christi.rein@hyatt.com www.austin.hyatt.com

Iron Bear

When the teddy bears leave the picnic, they hit up their favorite party spot, The Iron Bear.
121 W. Eighth, 482-8993, roger@theironbear.com http://www.theironbear.com

Jo's Coffee

Quintessential Austin coffee klatch.
1300 S. Congress, 512/444-3800 joscoffee.com

Kimber Modern

Sleek, modern, and right around the corner from the Continental Club.
110 The Circle, 512/912-1046, info@kimbermodern.com www.kimbermodern.com

KOOP's 'OutCast'

Tune your dials to something different from your regularly scheduled programming; LGBT people, issues, interviews, news, and events. Tuesdays, 6-7pm.
3823 Airport Ste. B, 472-1369, info@koop.org www.koop.org

L Style G Style

The flippin' flibbety-gibbet flip mag of Austin style. One side L. One side G. Available at higher-end digs citywide.
1412 Collier, Bldg. B, 512/443-3663, alisa@lstylegstyle.com www.lstylegstyle.com

Lambert's

Chef/restaurateur Lou Lambert is nationally known. Now it's your turn.
401 W. Second, 512/494-1500, info@lambertsaustin.com lambertsaustin.com

Lipstick24

Whether you're a Jill Sobule or Katy Perry, if you want to kiss a girl, Lipstick24 is your place.
606 E. Seventh, 414-2950, lipstick@lipstick24Austin.com www.lipstick24austin.com

Live Oak Pharmacy

Western and Eastern medicinals meet.
1611 W. Fifth, 512/476-8979 www.liveoakrx.com

Maison d'Etoile

The triple threat of Austin style, all under one roof: Charm School Vintage, Salon d'Etoile, and wig wigwam, Coco Coquette.
2109 E. Cesar Chavez, 512/344-9173, allyson@coco-coquette.com charmschoolvintage.com, coco-coquette.com

Midtowne Spa

For those wondering what the true meaning of a "local" massage is, Midtowne's a great place to work out those tired muscles … or at least that one.
5815 Airport, 302-9696 www.midtowne.com

Monkeywrench Books

Rad, radical, and collectively run.
110 E. North Loop, 407-6925, rachel@monkeywrenchbooks.org www.monkeywrenchbooks.org

Mr. Natural

All natural restaurant, bakery and health food store with non-dairy, wheat-free, vegan and vegetarian offerings.
1901 E. Cesar Chavez, 512/477-5228

Mudpuppies

Whether your pooch needs a spa-day or a room for the night...
www.mud-puppies.com

ND at 501 Studios, the North Door, and Tamale Molly

Vaunted live-music bookend of the East E. Sixth scene. Check into their intimate spy hovel, the North Door bar featuring the deliciousness of Tamale Molly.
501 N. I-35, 512/485-3001, booking@501stageandscreen.com www.ndvenue.com, thenorthdoor.com, tamalemollyatx.com

New Brohemia

The baby brother of the mega popular SoCo legend New Bohemia. That's right, butch: A store for you.
1606 S. Congress, 512/326-1238

Oat Willies

So much more than just a head shop, Oat Willies has clever toys and novelties, jewelry, clothing, gorgeous colored glassware, greeting cards and much more.
617 W. 29th, 512/482-0630 www.oatwillies.com

Oilcan Harry's

The grandfather of all gay establishments, Harry's has made Fourth Street what it is today. At the fag/fag-hag headquarters, the dancing is dirty, and putting baby in the corner is just part of the night.
211 W. Fourth, 320-8823 www.oilcanharrys.com

Out Youth

Oh to be young and gaaaaaaaay! Actually, most of us wouldn't go back to 17 if you paid us, but at least now, there is support of our LGBTQ (for questioning) kids.
909 E. 49 1/2, 419-1233, info@outyouth.org www.outyouth.org

Park Lane Guest House

Peace and quiet in a breezy, comfortable, and elegant home.
221 Park, 512/447-7460, parklanebandb@earthlink.net www.parklaneguesthouse.com

Peché

Party like it's 1889 with absinthe and entrées fit for the Vieux Carré.
208 W. Fourth, 512/494-4011 www.pecheaustin.com

Pride Socks

How better to rock one's inner unicorn than to don hooves in rainbow tubes of stretchy, nostalgic comfort?
pridesocks@gmail.com www.pridesocks.com

Pure Gym

A high-class place to get your sweat on.
907 W. Fifth, #201, 512/474-1800

Q

You need only one letter to find Austin's gathering space for guys 18-29: Q.
3408 West Ave., 420-8557, mp_austin@sbcglobal.net www.qboyz.org

Queerdalini Yoga

For those who would rather focus on chi than he or she.
1210 Rosewood, 628-1580, info@somavidaaustin.com

Rain on 4th

Some nights, this center of urban slick has the fashion-forward standing around defining aloof, imbibing colorful cocktails, wondering exactly where everyone bought their shoes. Other nights? It's just a parrrrrrrty.
217 W. Fourth, 494-1150, info@rainon4th.com www.rainon4th.com

Rio's Brazilian

Let Ben and Elias wake you up with a spicy BBP (Brazilian Breakfast Pocket) or tuck you in with some Pudim de Leite.
408 N. Pleasant Valley, 512/828-6617, rios@riosofaustin.com www.riosofaustin.com

Room Service Vintage

It's like the attic of your supercool Seventies supermodel auntie's mansion, packed to the gills with clothes, furniture, art, textiles, jewelery, and flatware from eras gone by.
107 E. North Loop, 512/451-1057, rsvintage@roomservicevintage.com www.roomservicevintage.com

Royal Blue Grocery

Class and convenience embedded in the matrix of downtown. Three locations (Congress, Nueces, and E. Third) within Convention Center walking distance.
609 Congress, 469-5888 www.royalbluegrocery.com

Ruby's BBQ

A veritable Classics library of barbeque-ery. (Free-range and vegetarian friendly!)
512 W. 29th, 512/477-1651 rubysbbq.com

Rusty's

Boot scoot and boogie on down to Austin's downtown country (but not exclusively country) bar.
405 E. Seventh, 482-9002, contact@rustysaustin.com www.rustysaustin.com

Santa Rita Cantina

Everyday happy hours (yes, even weekends) and the Texiest Mex you'll ever wrap your labios around.
1206 W. 38th, 512/419-RITA www.santaritacantina.com

Sassy Miss Waxy

Hey hirsutites! Sassy miss Fiona will leave you carefree and hair-free.
42 Waller, 506-0262, fiona@sassymisswaxy.com www.sassymisswaxy.com

Sheraton at the Capitol

Nice mod, clean lines on the northeast edge of the downtown madness. Great indoor/outdoor pool!
701 E. 11th, 512/478-1111, 404-6942 www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=3079

Shweiki Media

Heavy duty publishers for all your gloss and matte needs: postcards, magazines, newsletters.
480-0860 www.shweiki.com

Site Street

Full-service web/marketing service with a staff dedicated to LGBT Austin.
3009 N. Lamar Ste 3, 832-8383, webmaster@sitestreet.com www.sitestreet.com

Soma Vida

The home of Queerdalini Yoga, Thursdays, 7-8:15pm.
1210 Rosewood, 628-1580, info@somavidaaustin.com www.somavida.net

Stag

The manly dandy shall feel at home smack dab in the middle of SoCo.
1423 S. Congress, 512/373-7824 www.stagaustin.com

Tapelenders Video

Austin's haven for gay and lesbian video rental, pride items, and sporty fashion – especially Skivvies, their yummy manty line.
1114 W. Fifth #201, 472-0844 www.tapelenders.com

Taurus Dog Training

Board your bulldog or train your terrier at this Mom & Pop doggy shop.
715 S. Lamar, 512/442-3416 www.taurusdogtraining.com

Texas Gay Rodeo Association

You're in Texas, darlin'. Of course there is a gay rodeo.
214/346-2107 www.tgra.org

Texas Rowing

Rowing classes and paddling rentals on Lady Bird Lake.
1541 W. Cesar Chavez, 512/467-7799, rowing@texas.net www.texasrowingcenter.com

TheRepubliQ

Awarded "Most Gaybiquitous" in our annual "Best of Austin" issue, Chase Martin is the man about A-town's gay-town.
austin.therepubliq.com

Thrice

Inspired by Conan O'Brien's lament that some words are underused, this South Austin gem is triple good: coffee, vegan treats, and an adjoining Thai restaurant.
909 W. Mary, 447-9743 www.thricecafe.com

Top Drawer Thrift Store

It's like some queen just opened that closet and the fairygodbrothers laid it all out all nice and everything. Benefits our Project Transitions HIV/AIDS service.
4902 Burnet Rd., 512/454-5161 projecttransitions.org/services/top-drawer.html

Town N Country

A new bar for the city steers and country queers.
1502 W. Ben White, 445-9122, admin@townncountry.co www.townncountry.co

Transformative Voice

If your lead singer suddenly has stage fright or frog throat, send them to intuitive, inspirational vocal coach Wendy V. (queer community, her speciality).
transformativevoice@gmail.com transformativevoice.com

Treasure City Thrift

Volunteer-run and collectively organized, thrift mecca.
2142 E. Seventh, 524-2820, info@treasurecitythrift.org www.treasurecitythrift.org

Twin Liquors

Double the pleasure, double the fun (2-for-1 specials), but don't quaff too much or you'll be seeing double!
519 E. Seventh, 512/476-9982 www.twinliquors.com

Uncommon Objects

Like wandering through and collecting souvenirs from the living rooms of artists, eccentrics, and oddballs.
1512 S. Congress, 512/442-4000 www.uncommonobjects.com

W3ll People

Eco-friendly makeover haven.
215 S. Lamar Ste. B, 512/366-7963, info@w3llpeople.com www.w3llpeople.com

Wheatsville Food Co-op

The cooperative grocer with a soul, right in the heart of the campus area. The hot bar and deli are off-the-radar during the fest and a great to-go respite.
3101 Guadalupe, 512/478-2667 wheatsville.coop

Whetstone Audio

"Where high-end stereo meets art" is an understatement.
2401 E. Sixth #1001, 512/477-8503, brian@whetstoneaudio.com www.whetstoneaudio.com

Zach Theatre

Austin's home for intimate musical theatre and the Wilde Party, special LGBT community nights named for that Oscar guy.
1510 Toomey, 476-0541 www.zachscott.com

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