21 November . 2017
Our Area Guide has resident picks for local restaurants and shopping
Need to entertain visiting family and friends during the holidays? Find some perfect gifts for those on your shopping list? Or both? Our Area Guide has some of favorite picks from Sweetwater residents for restaurants, shopping and more.
For shopping, there’s the Hill Country Galleria, less than 5 miles from Sweetwater and offering dozens of trendy stores, from Banana Republic and Chico’s, to Victoria’s Secret and H&M. There are also plenty of restaurants and services, like Café Blue and Milk + Honey Spa.
You can also find plenty of unique stores and boutiques near Sweetwater, such as quirky Revival Antiques and Whole Foods Market. Barton Creek Farmer’s Market, happening every Saturday morning at Barton Creek Square Mall, offers great holiday meal ingredients and handmade gifts from local artisans.
For foodies, our Area Guide has lists of Austin’s Most Iconic Dishes, 50 Things for your Austin food bucket list, and a guide to Austin food trucks.
More nearby favorites include Apis Restaurant & Apiary, offering an elegant seasonal menu inspired by the honeybee, and El Gaucho Winery, featuring wines and foods from Argentina.
See our Area Guide for more resident picks for everything from entertaining to recreation.