Green Living Guide

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Updated: March 03, 2009

Being green is always in fashion. From naturally raised brisket at Lamberts Downtown Barbecue to organic pet treatments at West End Grooming, check out these eco-friendly hot spots in Austin.

On this page:Organic Restaurants, Eco-Friendly Shopping, Healthy Markets, Green Services.

Organic Restaurants

  1. 1 3.5 Star Rating: Average Lambert's Downtown BBQ
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    401 W Second St, Austin, TX 78701 (map)

    Westlake residents and nearby workers nibble gluten-free baked goods or fresh, healthy cafe fare in the restaurant-cum-art gallery.

  2. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended East Side Cafe
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    2113 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722 (map)

    Friends and couples flock to this renovated house for healthy fare made with fresh veggies from the garden out back.

  3. 3 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Daily Juice
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    1625 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704 (map)

    This tiny spot near Zilker Park is popular with those seeking a natural pick-me-up of fresh, organic juice.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Casa De Luz
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    1701 Toomey Rd, Austin, TX 78704 (map)

    Tucked away in South Austin, this sunny restaurant--part of a healthy living center--offers a fixed-price menu of organic, macrobiotic grub.

  5. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average Wild Wood Gluten Free Bakery
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    3663 Bee Cave Rd, Austin, TX 78746 (map)

    Westlake residents and nearby workers nibble gluten-free baked goods or fresh, healthy cafe fare in the restaurant-cum-art gallery.

Eco-Friendly Shopping

  1. 6 IF+D
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    208 Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701 (map)

    Shop this Second Street furniture store's line of solvent-free Elesgo flooring, made from tree limbs and branches.

  2. 7 3.5 Star Rating: Average Ecowise
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    110 W Elizabeth St, Austin, TX 78704 (map)

    This small SoCo spot attracts Austinites from all over the city with its extensive eco-options for home and body. Plus, they sell bio-diesel.

  3. 8 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Creature's Boutique
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    1206 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704 (map)

    Hippies and hipsters alike hit up this SoCo shop when on the prowl for chic non-leather accessories, especially handbags.

  4. 9 2 Star Rating: Below Average Whole Foods Market
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    525 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703 (map)

    Downtown gals with a conscience head to this megastore's Whole Body department for a stylish selection of organic clothing and eco accessories.

  5. 10 4 Star Rating: Recommended Whole Earth Provision Co
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    1014 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703 (map)

    A '70s-era institution for old-school Austinites and outdoor enthusiasts, this central shop offers all the essentials for treading lightly on the earth.

Healthy Markets

  1. 11 4 Star Rating: Recommended Wheatsville Co-Op
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    3101 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 (map)

    This cooperatively owned shop is a popular place for students and Hyde Park residents to stock up on wholesome goods.

  2. 12 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Boggy Creek Farm
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    3414 Lyons Rd, Austin, TX 78702 (map)

    This charming urban farm tucked away on the Eastside peddles freshly harvested fruits and veggies and choice locally made goods.

  3. 13 4 Star Rating: Recommended Cissi's Wine Bar
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    1400 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704 (map)

    Healthy eaters and those pressed for time in 78704 pop by Cissi's for naturally raised meats, organic produce and gourmet carryout options.

Green Services

  1. 14 4 Star Rating: Recommended Ecoclean Cleaners
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    2915 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 (map)

    Students and nearby professionals save time by letting the folks at Ecomat clean their clothes without the usual harmful chemicals.

  2. 15 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Greenling Organic Delivery
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    3913 Todd Ln Ste 618, Austin, TX 78744 (map)

  3. 16 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended West End Grooming
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    2906 San Gabriel St, Austin, TX 78705 (map)

    Pet owners concerned about the environment and their little one's health rely on this West Campus spot for organic, nontoxic grooming services.

  4. 17 3 Star Rating: Average Groovy Automotive
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    4011 Red River St, Austin, TX 78751 (map)

    The three locations of this friendly longtime auto shop recycle everything from filters to oil to antifreeze.

  5. 18 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended milk + honey day spa
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    204 Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701 (map)

    Downtown residents and nearby professionals can enjoy a range of spa treatments performed with natural, organic ingredients.

  6. 19 Ecoclean
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    3736 Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX 78746 (map)

    Earth-conscious Westlake residents take their dry cleaning to this chemical-free spot, which uses carbon dioxide to "wet-clean" clothes.

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