East Austin Living

Walk to everything that makes Austin legendar. From viral brunch spots to trendy cocktail bars, all from your front door at Rhône

Walkable Neighborhood

Walk Score: 89

Rhône boasts a Walk Score of 89 (“Very Walkable”), meaning most errands can be accomplished on foot. You’re steps away from East Austin’s hottest restaurants, trendy bars, viral brunch spots, and cultural attractions.

Coffee Shops

Including 24hr options

Restaurants

From food trucks to upscale

Bars & Nightlife

Trendy cocktail scene

Activities

Lake boardwalk & sports

Daily Life

Resort-Style Pool Experience

From morning coffee at viral TikTok spots to evening cocktails at futuristic bars, discover how Rhône puts you at the center of East Austin’s most exciting lifestyle destinations.

East Austin’s culinary landscape offers everything from James Beard Award-winning restaurants to beloved food trucks, creating a dining experience that rivals any major city.

Dai Due

Farm-to-table butcher shop

4.9 mi
Birdie’s

Wine bar & small plates

4.1 mi
Launderette

Converted gas station dining

2.8 mi
Sour Duck Market

Gourmet market & café

4.7 mi
Suerte

Contemporary Mexican

3.4 mi

The Ladybird Trail System defines the outdoor lifestyle on the East side of Austin. The Boardwalk, Longhorn Dam and Holly shores are must see destinations. Along the trail you’ll enjoy.

Distance markers

Clear signage every ¼ mile

Water fountains & restrooms

Scattered around the trail, especially near Zilker, Auditorium Shores, and trailheads

Wildlife

Turtles, herons, ducks, and of course the bats

Access points

Dozens of entrances throughout downtown and East Austin neighborhoods

Connectivity

Links into the Shoal Creek Trail, Waller Creek Greenbelt, and Southern Walnut Creek Trail, expanding your route options

East Austin blends boutique style with local craftsmanship, offering everything from vintage fashion to handcrafted home goods and artisan jewelry.

Take Heart

Japanese-inspired design, home goods, stationery, comforting vibe

3.7 mi
Clover + Maven

Diverse handmade goods from women & LGBTQIA+ makers

4.2 mi
No. 4 St James

High-quality Texas artisan goods

3.7 mi
Son of a Sailor

On-site handcrafted leather, jewelry, woodworking

3.7 mi
Charm School Vintage

Vintage fashion from multiple eras

3.7 mi
Blackfeather Vintage

Home goods, clothing, accessories with pop-up events

3.9 mi

The local coffee culture is as creative as the neighborhood itself, with cafés that serve everything from innovative brews to cozy hangouts for work, study, or connection.

Cosmic Saltillo

Garden patio, cocktails, tacos, drinks, aesthetic hangout

3.2 mi
Mercado Sin Nombre

Masa-forward Mexican heritage + specialty coffee

2.5 mi
Rockman Bakeshop

Stellar pastries, early lines, inventive coffee

2.6 mi
Fleet Coffee Co.

Tiny/outdoor settings, artisanal syrups

3.3 mi
Cherrywood Coffeehouse

Food-forward, community hub

5.4 mi
Flat Track

Coffee with a side of bike shop culture

3.2 mi

East Austin provides several options for easy transportation including Cap Metro public bus stops, private rideshare and bikes and scooters for short term rental.

CapMetro Local Bus

Frequent, cost-effective; UMO app simplifies access

CapMetro Rapid Bus

Fast BRT routes with East Austin stations (~20-minute frequency)

MetroRail (Red Line)

Commuter rail via MLK Station; connects East Austin to downtown/north

UT Shuttle

Free campus transit for students/staff on East Austin–adjacent routes

Uber / Lyft

Convenient and flexible coverage throughout East Austin

Electric Cabs

Quiet, shared rides; limited-route, upscale service zones

Bike Share / Scooters

Lime and Byrd are the most popular. Great for short trips and flexibility in urban areas

Zipcar

Rental-based car access for on-demand driving needs

Start Your Day Right

From viral brunch spots to 24-hour coffee houses, East Austin’s morning scene energizes your day.

Local Favorites

Where Rhône Residents Go

Dai Due

Farm-to-table butcher shop & restaurant

4.9 miles
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Birdie’s

Wine bar with small plates & natural wines

4.1 miles

Suerte

Contemporary Mexican with masa focus

3.4 miles
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Houndstooth Coffee

Local roaster with multiple locations

3.7 miles
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Figure 8 Coffee

Neighborhood café with specialty drinks

3.7 miles

East 6th Street

Boutique shopping & local businesses

3.4 miles
Community Services

Everything You Need Nearby

From top-tier educational institutions to essential services, The Rhône connects you to Austin’s best resources and amenities.

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Education

ACC Riverside • 2.4 mi
St. Edward’s University • 1.5 mi
UT Austin • 5 mi

Shopping

The Bee Grocery
Whole Foods • H-E-B
Wheatsville Co-op

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Transportation

Airport • 5 miles
Downtown • 5 miles
I-35 & Hwy 71 access

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