Kid-Approved Austin
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EZ's Brick Oven and Grill
Read Reviews3918 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78756 (map)
Fifties-style decor, hand-dipped shakes and "EZ" ordering.
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Hangtown Grill
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Central Market
Read Reviews4001 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78756 (map)
A field trip to this grocery mecca isn't complete without a PB&J from the cafe.
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El Mercado Restaurant
Read Reviews1702 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701 (map)
Bright colors, balloons and a super-cheesy menu that kids can color.
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Gatti Town
Read Reviews7101 W Hwy 71, Austin, TX 78735 (map)
The folks at Mr. Gatti's have brought their own version of a pizza fun house to South Austin.
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Austin Children's Museum
Read Reviews201 Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701 (map)
Free admission Wednesdays from 5pm to 8pm, and Sundays from 4pm to 5pm.
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Austin Zoo
Read Reviews10807 Rawhide Trl, Austin, TX 78736 (map)
This smaller-scale zoo allows kids to get up close with the animals.
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Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower
Read Reviews4801 La Crosse Ave, Austin, TX 78739 (map)
Special events for kids include trail walks, scavenger hunts and pizza parties.
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Zilker Park
Read Reviews2100 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78746 (map)
Enjoy the beautiful gardens, a family canoe ride or a dip in Barton Springs.
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Volente Beach
Read Reviews16107 FM 2769, Leander, TX 78641 (map)
Water slides for the kids; a relaxing day at the beach for parents.
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Dart Bowl
Read Reviews5700 Grover Ave, Austin, TX 78756 (map)
No more gutter balls--get bumpers for the kids.
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Chaparral Ice Ctr
Read Reviews14200 N I H 35, Austin, TX 78728 (map)
Cool birthday parties, summer camps and a Snowpark with fresh snow for the little ones.
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Dell Diamond
Read Reviews3400 E Palm Valley Bl, Round Rock, TX 78664 (map)
In addition to the kids' Fun Zone, Sunday home games feature face painting, inflatables and other fun stuff for young fans.
