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In Short – From the popular Hotel San Jose to the SoCo shopping center and stylish salon-to-the-stars Wet, the neighborhood with the once-sketchy past is now the place to eat, shop and while away the day. Discover Americana as you peruse shops like Uncommon Objects or find Mexican culture among the seemingly endless rooms at Mi Casa. Texana shops like Allen's Boots or Lone Star Illusions, clothing from Lucy in Disguise, Gueros' tacos and live music at the Continental Club add to Austin's charm.