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Loku's 2012 Guide to SXSW by Kelley Rytlewski

Loku's 2012 Guide to SXSW by Kelley Rytlewski

This guide was created by Loku.com, a startup dedicated to process big data and tie social media, news, photos, and events to hyperlocal points of interest. Eventually, it was acquired by Groupon. An iconic image of Austin, as still found in some local business. Some business are no longer available, but this is a clear snapshot of Austin local businesses from 2012.

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Cupcakes are the draw at this whimsical shop operating out of a parked trailer with outdoor seating. 1511 S. CongressAustin, TX 78704 MON-THU 11am to 10pmFRI & SAT 11am to 11pmSUN 12pm to 10pm(or until sold out) https://www.heycupcake.com/

Eco-minded chain with natural & organic grocery items, housewares & other products (most sell wine). 525 N Lamar BlvdTX 78703 MON-SUN 7AM to 10PM wholefoodsmarket.com

Key Bar

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Key Bar, located in the heart of downtown Austin, was established in 2006 and quickly became one of the city's hot spots to meet old and new friends alike. 617 W 6th StAustin, TX 78701 DIRECTIONS MON-THUR 4PM to 2AMFRI - SUN 3PM to 2AM https://www.keybaraustin.com/

Longtime hot spot with in-store performances, local artist compilations & concert ticket sales. 600A N. LamarAustin, TX 78701 DIRECTIONS MON-SAT 10AM to 11PMSUN 11AM to 11PM https://www.waterloorecords.com/

Located in West Campus, Fricano's Deli has been an Austin mainstay for over 10 years. 2405 Nueces StreetAustin, TX 78705 MON-FRI 11am to 8pmSAT - SUN 11am to 7 pm https://www.fricanosdeli.com/

Local chain serving inventive ice creams, milkshakes, ices & frozen yogurts with clever fixings.

Rio Rita

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Hip daytime cafe & nighttime lounge with mismatched furniture serving craft drinks & prepared foods.

Light bites, tartines & big plates served in a casual interior or on the gardenlike back patio.

HopDoddy

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Hip, eco-minded burger joint with all-natural meats, housemade buns, shakes & interesting beers.

This hip food truck behind The Grackle (one of a local trio) serves Asian-fusion bites until late.

Afternoon-only option with seitan & gluten-free items like freeto pie. Surrounding outdoor tables.

Full bar (including their signature sake bombs) plus old-school video games, foosball & Skee-Ball.

  The Frost Bank Tower is a skyscraper in Austin, Texas, United States. Standing 515 feet (157 m) tall with 33 floors, it is the fourth tallest building in Austin, behind The Austonian, Fairmont Austin, and the 360 Condominiums. It was developed by Cousins Properties from November 2001 to December 2003 as a class A office building with 525,000 sq ft (48,774 m2) of leasable space. It was the first high-rise building to be constructed in the United States after the 9/11 attacks.The building was officially dedicated in January 2004.

Underground jazz bar with nightly live music, plus more than 20 draft beers & wines by the glass.

Parkside

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Known for its small plates & extensive drink menu in a setting that's upscale for 6th Street.

An expansive dog-friendly patio & jukebox tunes highlight this lively dive bar-meets-beer garden.