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    Jeremy F.
    "The Salt Lick BBQ tacos are amazing."(24 Tips)
    Carl
    "Get the Pete's taco at Maudie's - excellent!"(22 Tips)
    Kira W.
    "Try the breakfast taco at the Salt Lick Taco Bar"(18 Tips)
    Monty K.
    "Try the Saltlick breakfast taco and some Austin Java."(19 Tips)
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  • Jediah C.heart icon on user image
    Jediah CumminsApril 14, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Here for a few hours? Check out gate 1. It's downstairs at the east end of the terminal. It's quiet, full of seats, and has many outlets for you to recharge your devices!
    Upvoted 2 weeks ago
  • Adam S.heart icon on user image
    Adam StallmanSeptember 24, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    Welcome to Austin! They have done a decent job of implementing Austin's "weird" vibe into this airport. Some days you'll find live music right in the concourse. I've never seen that anywhere else!
    Upvoted 1 day ago
  • Matthew H.heart icon on user image
    Matthew HanlonJune 19, 2016
    Been here 50+ times
    Make sure to arrive in time to stop at Salt Lick and get some barbecue for your flight out!
    Upvoted 1 week ago
  • Brandon B.
    Brandon BurnsAugust 27, 2014
    Morning flight? Breakfast tacos @ The Salt Lick (across from gate 12). Eat before boarding to avoid jealous rage on plane.
  • Michael C.heart icon on user image
    Michael CotéNovember 19, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Annie's will sell you a side if scrambled eggs, seasoned with delicious butter. Get some free salsa from them and have a tasty, carbless breakfast in the land if carbs that is airport breakfast.
  • Craig B.
    Craig BallJune 1, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Finally! Austin has Pre at security. If you qualify, keep your shoes and belt on, leave everything inside your luggage--computers, too--and walk through the metal detector. Just like the old days.
  • Frank B.
    Frank BurnsMay 15, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    The security line to the right (by JetBlue) is usually quicker than middle and left. You can walk down regardless which you're flying.
  • Caraheart icon on user image
    CaraFebruary 9, 2017
    Been here 25+ times
    Austin Bergstrom makes flying fun. It's packed with local chain restaurants to welcome you and often has live music. It's also easy to navigate & rarely hard to get through security.
  • Michelle H.
    Michelle Hardy SchenkJuly 15, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Take the Airport Flyer (100) to downtown for $1.00 (free for UT student/faculty w/pass). Pick-up is on lower level next to taxis. It will drop you off at 4th and Trinity (Austin Convention Center).
  • Matt M.
    Matt MackowiakMarch 31, 2019
    Been here 100+ times
    Easy airport to navigate. Good food options. Free Wi-Fi. CLEAR offered at two security checkpoints. Long security lines during early weekday mornings.
  • kev/null
    kev/nullMarch 13, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Austin Bergstrom only allows local businesses. That's why you won't find a Starbucks or McDonald's. Try Salt Lick or Amy's Ice Cream.
  • Lars P.heart icon on user image
    Lars PlougmannJanuary 8, 2019
    Been here 100+ times
    All gates at AUS have been renumbered with the 2018/19 addition of the new northern gates. Keep in mind for those Swarm tips that give location by gate.
  • Danu A.heart icon on user image
    Danu ApprovedMarch 26, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    If you're as anti-Pepsi as I am, you're probably craving a Coca-Cola right about now. Head to Amy's Ice Cream across from Gate 12. They even have free refills! Also, they have Diet Dr. Pepper!
  • AD N.
    AD NysJanuary 6, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Get back to AUS from downtown in 20 mins for $1. Catch the Cap Metro airport flyer bus #100 on 7th. just east of Congress…conveniently neat the Driskill Hotel bar — handy during a 45min bus wait.
  • Sameer R.heart icon on user image
    Sameer RautMay 3, 2022
    Must visit the interimaginary departures. It is located next to Gate 14, and is housed at Gate ∞.
  • VR
    VRNovember 15, 2018
    Look for the Vino Volo local for a wine tasting experience while you wait for your flight! You can order a full glass of your election or try for 3 samplers and then make your choice! Cheers! ✌🏼😎
  • Felipe G.heart icon on user image
    Felipe GarciaOctober 10, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    Medium-sized airport always serving briskets and with live music. Take a minute and enjoy some of these artists performing live and keeping Austin weird!
  • Adria R.
    Adria RichardsMarch 12, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Salt Lick taco bar near gate 10 for delicious brisket and breakfast tacos them grab a Bloody Mary
  • Mitchell S.heart icon on user image
    Mitchell SpearmanAugust 15, 2019
    Been here 100+ times
    The early morning rush can be a tad frustrating- both with traffic at departures and with TSA lines before 8 am. Get CLEAR and/or PreCheck and pack your patience (especially on Thursdays!). Welcome!
  • Ramona
    RamonaAugust 23, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Keep your face soft, smile, be polite, and usually others will mirror your behaviors. It’s actually a brain thing. Wish more people would try it. 💚
  • Anthony G.
    Anthony GomezSeptember 21, 2023
    Been here 25+ times
    Pre check is faster than Clear. Tacodeli brekky tacos & Medici drip. This is the move. Internet is great, hit the Delta SkyClub or Chase Lounge if you can. Dont forget to grab a sprinkles cupcake.
  • Jenny T.
    Jenny TaylorSeptember 20, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    For a good bite, check out the food area by Gate 12 - serving up food from Austin's best local eateries: Maudie's, The Salt Lick, and Amy's Ice Creams.
  • Cristina V.
    Cristina VincentMarch 31, 2019
    Been here 25+ times
    Ruta Maya coffee (with baked goods from Quack’s Bakery), Taco Deli, East Side Pies - all local Austin businesses. Keeping it local!
  • Jamie I.heart icon on user image
    Jamie IacobucciJune 6, 2023
    Been here 5+ times
    So many restaurants, bars, cafes to choose from…and the smells of bbq, Tex-mex and pizza are all around!! Arrive early for your flight and enjoy every minute of this great airport!
  • Damian B.heart icon on user image
    Damian BayonaJuly 13, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    The Salt Lick taco bar is the best greeting and farewell from beautiful ATX
  • Jeff J.heart icon on user image
    Jeff JohnsonAugust 10, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    Salt luck BBQ. Live music at Asleep at the Wheel bar and acoustic live music at other spots occasionally. Amy's Ice cream for big & little kids.. Easy in &out. Reasonable valet and family valet..
  • Eater
    EaterJuly 11, 2012
    Top Dining Options: Salt Lick Barbecue & Maudie's, West Terminal, Gate 12; Nuevo Leon & Waterloo Ice House, East Terminal, Gate 7; Saxon Pub, East Concourse, Gate 5. Read more
  • Cruce S.
    Cruce SaundersJanuary 21, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    The migas at Maudies near Gate 12 make an excellent breakfast if you've got time for them to make it fresh.
  • Rachael
    RachaelAugust 21, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    Annie's is my pick for the healthiest, local food in the building. Chickpea salad 🙋
  • Carl F.heart icon on user image
    Carl FigueiredoOctober 7, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    If you have TSA PreCheck and are not checking bags this airport is a breeze to get in and out of. Great food options too. Also, the only USA airport I've come across with live music!
  • Mike N.
    Mike NeumannOctober 4, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    Maudie's "Pete's" breakfast tacos are a great way to start your trip. A nice bit of cheesy, eggy, heat for 5am.
  • Carol B.
    Carol BrannomJuly 7, 2014
    Get TSA Pre-Check & go to the center of the airport to get through security.One straight line-don't have to remove anything. I breezed through there in less than a minute. This was around 10-10:30 am.
  • tricia w.
    tricia wangMarch 15, 2011
    Take 100 airport express $1 to downtown. Eat at my fave rest that is free of sxsw crowd: boiling pot (hands + mallet + crabs) & lucky puccia (food cart w/ cold beers & best italian sandwiches)
  • Tira H.
    Tira HaslemJanuary 25, 2023
    Been here 10+ times
    Easy to navigate. Smaller airports are the best! Lots of good food in this airport too.
  • Non Rev Guy
    Non Rev GuyOctober 22, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    The lowest priced Chocolate / Caramel Praline Pecans are at the Austin Warehouse District shop between gates 5 and 6. 16 ounces for $17.
  • char z.
    char zvolanekMarch 21, 2019
    Been here 25+ times
    you can buy a frozen brisket from the salt lick and carry it with you on the plane in a thermal bag.
  • Mary M.heart icon on user image
    Mary MatlackJuly 17, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    If you need to park - try to find the 3rd floor of the parking garage. Entrance is tricky with all of the construction, but worth it!
  • Helen L.
    Helen LinMay 22, 2016
    Salt Lick BBQ really is all that! Get the 3 meat platter and extra order of chopped beef!
    Upvoted 2 weeks ago
  • Carrie A.
    Carrie AnnNovember 27, 2022
    Been here 50+ times
    Get there early, give yourself time to explore all they have to offer. You’ll find souvenirs, cupcakes, cosmetics, massage stations, bars, beers and good ol’ live country music.
  • Ducklamp500 ..
    Ducklamp500 .July 24, 2015
    I didn't realize Salt Lick was the place to go for breakfast but those tacos are good! I got egg & pulled pork with some BBQ sauce. I wish I would have ordered 2!
  • Brian J.
    Brian JonesNovember 2, 2019
    Nice airport, not too large, easy to find your gate and the TSA folks are friendly.
  • J Crowley
    J CrowleyNovember 8, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    The first coffee shop always has the longest line. Skip it and head just past Gate 28 to Ruta Maya café. No lines. Pro tip from an airport employee to me to you!
  • Trevor P.
    Trevor PearsonSeptember 14, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Try the breakfast tacos at ray benson's stand near gate 10. The chopped bacon is awesome in a taco. Plus $2 self serve coffee from Austin java.
  • Jan F.heart icon on user image
    Jan FreemanFebruary 11, 2016
    Absolutely wonderful airport. Always a good experience. Plenty of great food and drink while you wait. Great stores. Great atmosphere.
  • Jim G.heart icon on user image
    Jim GagliardiAugust 2, 2019
    Been here 100+ times
    The airport has 5 music venues and offers over 1300 live performances a year. It's one of the only airports I actually like to arrive early for my flight.
  • Aaron C.heart icon on user image
    Aaron ClayDecember 4, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Amy's Ice Creams has the most affordable bottle water and coke a cola fountain drinks in the entire airport. Oh yeah also amazing ice cream.
  • Ann Marie B.
    Ann Marie BJune 10, 2013
    There is always live music in this airport! Make sure to grab some local beer & food before your flight. It's a small airport with a big personality. :)
  • Scion Advisor
    Scion AdvisorJuly 27, 2011
    Enjoy live music while eating some of the best BBQ from Salt Lick. If you have time, top it off with a delectable scoop from Amy's Ice Creams, renowned for their staff’s ice cream acrobatics. Read more
  • Corey P.
    Corey PudhorodskyJuly 30, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    The Sky Bar by Checkpoint 1 has the best beer selection in the whole airport. If you have time when picking someone up, check it out.
  • Anamika J.
    Anamika JhaNovember 29, 2022
    Lots of options to eat, the check in and security is also usually fast
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