Instagrammable Locations in East Austin that require snaps for your Insta feed! After all, was it truly worthwhile if you didn’t post it to the ‘gram? We’re obviously joking, but in today’s day and age there’s more truth in that statement then we’d like to admit. To our defense, if East Austin is home, where its filled with great food, city views, and good lighting; it’s difficult to not pull out your phone and snap a picture. Whether you want to capture a moment with your family and friends or you want to flex on these different spots, peep our guide, you’ll want to visit soon!
Gabriela’s Downtown
Gabriela’s seems to have hit the ground running, attracting guests for both their delicious fresh food and their space. As one enters their downtown location, you’ll be dazzled with colorful decor, table settings, and neon signs. Gabriela’s definitely ranks high for instagrammable locations in east Austin.
MON–TUES | 11AM–10PM
WED-THURS | 11AM–11PM
FRI-SAT | 11AM–12AM
SUN | 10AM-10PM
Ramen Tatsu-Ya
Nothing gets more likes than a huge bowl of ramen noodles! Ramen Tatsu-Ya features favorites like the Tonkotsu Original and the Mi-So-Hot, plus other sides and desserts. Aside from the delicious ramen, this restaurant is known for the most instagrammable cocktails and murals where people are sure to take a picture of the neat street graffiti.
EVERY DAY | 11AM–10PM
East Austin Hotel
The East Austin Hotel is locally owned, operated, and loved boutique hotel in the heart of East Austin. It is a stylish retro-chic boutique hotel in a perfect trendy Austin area to bring your friends. The outside pool area is Instagram worthy approved as it is very inviting and filled with lots of pink detail that is sure to brighten up your feed!
Vixen’s Wedding
From the tall ceilings, bright walls and colorful textiles, Vixen’s Wedding is one of the most beautiful restaurants in Austin. It is a must visit when wanting a unique experience of Goan Indian food while taking cute pictures.
MON–WED | CLOSED
THUR–SAT | 5PM–9PM
Hillside Farmacy
Talk about cute, chic, farmhouse feel vibes! There’s not one angle of this place that is not covered in detail. From the outdoor green walls with covered ivory, honeycomb black and white tiles, leather green booths and mason jar cups. Not only is Hillside Farmacy one of the most instagrammable places to eat, but the food is solid, drinks are nice and refreshing. This is the place to be on Sunday morning to grab brunch with your gals.
MON & TUE | Closed
WED–FRI | 3–9PM, 5PM-9PM
SAT | 9AM–3PM, 5PM–9PM
SUN | 9AM–3PM
Hank’s
Spacious, aesthetic, modern typical morning brunch spot. Hank’s is a breakfast and lunch spot that has lots of natural lighting. It makes for a perfectly lit and pure white interior for the Instagram loving foodies. It’s a spacious, cute, and trendy spot, one of our favorite instagrammable locations in east Austin.
SUN–THU | 8AM–9PM
FRI & SAT | 8AM–10PM
OME Squee
This overtly cute bakery is home to a playfully colorful array of kawaii dessert creations like mochi donuts and sweet and savory taiyaki waffle pockets! Grab your favorite desserts by the dozen or half dozen at OMG Squee for a discount at one of the our favorite instagrammable locations in east Austin.
THURS-FRI | 11AM-4PM
SAT-SUN | 11AM-6PM
Home to colorful caffeine drinks, Revival Coffee by Gabriela’s is a one-of-kind café. When you walk in, be dazzled by light pink walls illustrated with sweet flash artwork, neon signs, and tropical plants. Make sure you take a selfie in the bathroom for more colorful neon photo ops!
MON-THURS | 7AM-8PM
FRI-SUN | 7AM-9PM
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