Tens of thousands of attendees will descend upon Austin in March for South by Southwest, the massive interactive, film, and music festival, for panels, networking, and partying. To answer the eternal question — Where should I eat during SXSW 2019? — here are Eater’s recommendations for the best dining bets in Austin. This means nationally acclaimed smoked meats from Franklin Barbecue, excellent sushi in a landlocked city from Uchi, Texas offerings from Odd Duck, a collection of the city’s best restaurants right in the heart of downtown Austin with Fareground, all-day brunch offerings from Holy Roller, Texas comfort food from Carpenters Hall, and more. Be sure to check ahead with our suggestions to make sure there aren’t any private events. Read More: https://austin.eater.com/maps/sxsw-2019-where-to-eat-austin-best-restaurants

As Austin grows up (literally), so too does the number of elevated spots to grab a drink whilst gazing out over the skyline. But rooftops aren’t just for sitting and sipping -- opt into a 20-story-high swim, cool down with a craft brew at a concert, try not to spill your cocktail on the dancefloor, or simply people-watch to your heart’s content. Drinking at ground-level is way too pedestrian. https://www.thrillist.com/drink/austin/best-rooftop-bars-in-austin-texas

The fun, laid back city is one of the hottest travel destinations. From hanging out in Zilker Park to strolling down South Congress Avenue, here's what you should do in Austin: https://www.insider.com/what-to-do-see-in-austin-local-2019-6