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Barbershop

“As a nonbinary person, I've had difficulty finding good haircuts because barbers won't believe that I want what I say I want. So to get the same haircut any other customer might ask for, I have to go through frustrating hoops that those other customers don't. Birds just gives me the damn haircut.” Innes Walker

Birds Barbershop
Birds Barbershop South Lamar, 2110 S. Lamar, 512/442-8800
Birds Barbershop Burnet, 6800 Burnet Rd., 512/454-1200
Birds Barbershop East Sixth, 1107 E. Sixth, 512/457-0400
Birds Barbershop South Congress, 1902 S. Congress, 512/445-0500
Birds Barbershop 41st/Red River, 905 E. 41st, 512/492-8400
Birds Barbershop Slaughter, 5000 W. Slaughter, 512/758-7800
Birds Barbershop 183/Anderson Mill, 13219 Hwy. 183 N., 512/879-4700
Birds Barbershop Rock Rose, 11420 Rock Rose #114, 512/610-7600
Birds Barbershop William Cannon, 3601 W. William Cannon, 512/795-4600
birdsbarbershop.com

Salon

“Never see anything but great results from this place – and an owner that cares about her people.” Kathleen Lucente

Urban Betty
1206 W. 38th #1107, 512/371-7663
4361 S. Congress #108, 512/371-7663
www.urbanbetty.com

photo by Jana Birchum

photo by Jana Birchum

Spa

“I would pay the price of admission just to use their showers. The showers are good, y'all.” Isobel Ikard

Milk + Honey
100-A Guadalupe, 512/236-1115
12901 Hill Country Blvd. Ste. D1-110, 512/236-1115
9722 Great Hills Trail #210, 512/236-1115
1211 W. Riverside Dr., Suite 200
www.milkandhoneyspa.com

Massage

“Viva Day Spa always makes my week better.” Blake Byer

Viva Day Spa
215 S. Lamar, 512/361-2047
1811 W. 35th, 512/361-1786
11601 Rock Rose Ave., 512/361-2558
www.vivadayspa.com

Image via vivadayspa.com

Acupuncture

“The locations are beautiful & serene & all the therapists are lovely.” Blair Nelson

Sage Acupuncture
1707 W. Koenig Ln., 512/968-2605
2525 Wallingwood Dr., Building 7A, Suite 700, 512/621-9008
reproductiveacupuncture.com

Mani/Pedi

“Awesome people giving awesome manis.” Babette Lirette

Cute Nail Studio
1211 E. Seventh, 512/937-2659
3801 S. Congress #104, 512/937-2659
www.cutenailstudio.com

photo by Jana Birchum

Photo by Shelley Hiam

Lashes

“Great service, excellent lash lift results.” Vanessa De La Garza

Lash Lounge
1911 Aldrich #140, 512/648-5274
3300 Bee Caves Rd. #630, 512/361-5274
1335 E. Whitestone Blvd. Ste. H-400, Cedar Park, 512/817-2848
thelashlounge.com

Wax

“The girls here are super thorough and amazing at their jobs. And the vibes are just the cherry on top.” Alexandra Moreno

reWAXation
2200 S. Lamar
512/855-0700
www.rewaxationtx.com

photo by Lauren Johnson

Image via vivadayspa.com

Skin Care

“My face has a glow for days afterwards.” Ariel Pa

Viva Day Spa
215 S. Lamar, 512/361-2047
1811 W. 35th, 512/361-1786
11601 Rock Rose Ave., 512/361-2558
www.vivadayspa.com

Tattoo

“They have some of the most creative artists, and their customer service is always on point. Great place for a beginner enthusiast as well as a veteran collector.” Jorge L Molina

Atomic Tattoo
8401 Burnet Rd., 512/458-9693
13686 Hwy. 183 N., 512/249-7319
15301-F N. I-35, Pflugerville, 512/252-8537
2800 S. I-35 #108, 512/445-7260
11657 Research #105, 737/205-7039
atomic-tattoo.com

photo by Jana Birchum

Courtesy of Sister Temperance Tarot

Psychic/Tarot

“One of the best humans I know!!! Amazing reading and amazing soul.” Brynna Abel

Sister Temperance Tarot
www.sistertemperance.com

Bike Shop/Repair

“They fixed my bike after the tires were chewed on by rats in my shed and didn’t act grossed out.” Bonnie Brantley

The Peddler Bike Shop
5015 Duval St.
512/220-6766
www.peddlerbike.com

The Peddler Bike Shop
13010 W. Parmer Ln. #500
Cedar Park
512/528-5238
www.peddlerbike.com

photo by John Anderson

courtesy of the Driskill Hotel

Hotel

“We stayed 20 years ago on our wedding night and again this year on our anniversary. What a sweet slice of Austin charm and Texas swagger.” Owen Egerton

The Driskill Hotel
604 Brazos
512/439-1234
driskillhotel.com

Auto Repair/Service

“I was in a bind and Juke helped me fix the issue. They were friendly, the environment was clean and respectful – zen, even. And to top it off, they did not charge me a dime. I recommend Juke to everyone I know in Austin.” Pam Young

Juke Auto
924 Shady
512/385-5853
jukeauto.com

via Facebook

photo by Jana Birchum

Computer Repair

“Always reliable whenever I can't find an obscure part. Also gave me a free DVI cable.” Maximilian de la Rosa

Discount Electronics
4005 W. Parmer, 512/983-9989
1001 S. I-35, Round Rock, 512/637-7051
www.discountelectronics.com

Music Services/Equipment

“Everyone is so knowledgeable, welcoming, and KIND. You can’t say that about every music shop in Austin.” Ava L’Amoreaux

Strait Music Co.
3201 Bee Caves Rd., Suite 140
13945 Hwy. 183 N., 512/918-3743
straitmusic.com

photo by John Anderson

Photo by Nicole Berlin / Courtesy of Girl Guitar Austin

Music Instruction

“The group has changed my life. <3” Elizabeth Mason

Girl Guitar Austin
2309 Thornton Studio C
girlguitaraustin.com

Home Maintenance/Services

“Nice people, good work, reasonable prices.” Toto Kaos

ABC Home & Commercial Services
9475 Hwy. 290 E., 512/837-9500
202 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown, 512/819-9140
208 S. Guadalupe St., San Marcos, 512/392-9500
1010 College St., Bastrop, 512/308-1274
abchomeandcommercial.com/austin

Lawn Care/Landscaping

“ABC Lawn Care are quick, fantastic, and friendly.” Maria Milner

ABC Home & Commercial Services
9475 Hwy. 290 E., 512/837-9500
202 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown, 512/819-9140
208 S. Guadalupe St., San Marcos, 512/392-9500
1010 College St., Bastrop, 512/308-1274
abchomeandcommercial.com/austin

Fencing

“Not unlike actual Vikings, they have literally taken over the city! Props to them. They get my vote based on sheer domination.” Sean Cooper

Viking Fence
9602 Gray Blvd., 512/837-6411
11701 Von Quintus Rd., 512/777-2900
vikingfence.com

Roofing

“Honest, reliable, great work, and pleasant people!” Monica Molina

A/C Repair/Installation

“Anyone who gets the attention from John Oliver is a winner in my book.” Robert Schnetz

Radiant Plumbing & Air Conditioning
901 Reinli
512/690-4935
www.radiantplumbing.com

photo by John Anderson

Electrician

“Technical explanations I could totally understand.” Susan Dorsey

SALT Service Co.
901 S. MoPac, Bldg. 1 #300
512/956-7842
www.callsalt.com

Plumber

“Took care of us fast and did a great job.” Angela Entrekin

Radiant Plumbing & Air Conditioning
901 Reinli
512/690-4935
www.radiantplumbing.com

photo by John Anderson

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Locksmith

“This place is dope actually.” Matt Sonzala

Cothron's
8225 Burnet Rd., 512/454-9547
2119 N. Mays, Round Rock, 512/246-3979
1315 W. Ben White, 512/447-1883
www.cothrons.com

Restaurant/Beverage Delivery

“Delicious! No tipping policy. Glad their company takes care of them.” Joy Baldwin

Tso Chinese Delivery
3909 N. I-35
512/275-6456
www.tsodelivery.com

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Cleaning Service

“They do an excellent job cleaning and the house smells great when they leave.” Leah May

The Purple Fig Eco Cleaning & Disinfecting Co.
8900 Shoal Creek Ste. 113
512/351-1405
www.cleanfig.com

Laundromat

“Staff are always friendly, laundrymat is clean, and there are tons of machines to use of varying sizes for different needs.” Dickkee Kwong

SpinZone Laundry
1909 E. Willam Cannon, 512/326-2200
6307 Cameron, 512/454-6600
2424 S. Congress, 512/447-2700
1108 N. Mays, Round Rock, 512/580-0900
spinzonelaundry.com

Dry Cleaner

“35 years and never ruined one garment. Every other service tried has ruined at least one.” Stephen Harding

Rick's Cleaners
3652-D Bee Cave Rd., 512/327-6846
7435 Burnet Rd., 512/454-7425
110 N. I-35 #250, Round Rock, 512/244-4363
5324 Cameron, 512/452-2200
850 N. Bell Blvd. #304, Cedar Park, 512/258-4990
11126 Jollyville, 512/346-8845
900 N. Austin Ave. #603, Georgetown, 512/930-0666
500 W. William Cannon #404, 512/462-3868
12218 RR 620 N., 512/257-0057
8400 Brodie #101, 512/291-1588
3810 Gattis School Rd. #102, Round Rock, 512/244-3733
13011 Shops Pkwy. #200, Bee Cave, 512/263-1588
3411 N. Lamar, 512/323-0188
2614 S. Lamar, 512/433-6666
rickscleaners.com

Tailor/Alteration

“I thought I needed two changes to my wedding after-party jumpsuit, and they did one and it fixed both issues. NOT taking advantage of a bride with price AND getting it done in a couple days? I will be a loyal customer forever.” Ashley Essary

Ace Custom Tailors
724-A N. Lamar, 512/478-9965
2707 Walsh Tarlton, 512/329-0523
www.acetailors.com

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Movers

“Excellent communication from time of hire to end of job. Punctual. Pleasant. Creative. Steady. Clean. I would hire them again in a heartbeat.” Diane Robertson

Einstein Moving Co.
9200-A Brown, 737/252-1607
3904-B Warehouse Row, 737/258-9345
www.einsteinmoving.com

Real Estate Agent

“Amanda hustles. She always advocates on behalf of her clients and answers any and all questions you may have – particularly as a first-time home buyer.” Emily Hoyle

amandawhiteatx.com

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Apartment Locator

“Superb service, quick responses, and my locator was there with me all the way until I moved in.” Dillon Heggie

Smart City Apartment Locating
506 E. St. Elmo Ste. A-1
512/815-2317
smartcitylocating.com/austin-apartments

Travel Agent

“They don't just plan vacations, they take trips to the next level by merging travel with memorable cultural experiences. Highly recommend.” Erin Portman

Small World Travel
2201 Enfield Road
512/495-9495
smallworldtraveler.com

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Lawyer

“Helping the community and speaking truth to power.” Benjamin Berger

Cofer & Connelly
602 W. 11th
512/991-0576
www.coferconnelly.com

Veterinarian

“Amazing service at a price I can afford while I pay for two children in college!” Arlene Torres-Garcia

Emancipet
1030 Norwood Park, 512/587-7729
15803 Windermere Dr. #420, Pflugerville, 512/587-7729
7201 Levander Loop, Bldgs. I & K, 512/587-7729
www.emancipet.org

photo by Jana Birchum

Doggie Day Care

“Taurus cares so much about our dogs. Unbelievable staff and consistently great service.” Adam Daley

Taurus Academy
715 S. Lamar, 737/402-8679
6917 McNeil, 737/242-2359
Taurus Academy: Bark & Zoom, 2601 Cardinal Loop, 512/817-2275
12419 Metric, 737/242-2381
3721 RR 620 N., 737/202-2156
6506 Burnet Rd., 512/900-2236
taurusacademy.com

Pet Grooming

“My dog loves going here!” Kathleen Lucente

Dirty Dog
8108 Mesa, 512/342-8399
2710 S. Lamar, 512/443-0013
3016 Guadalupe, 512/453-3647
1901 W. William Cannon, 512/383-0444
dirty-dog.com

photo by John Anderson

photo by Trey Freeman / courtesy of The Driskill Hotel

Wedding Venue

“Elegance and quality service.” – Patricia González–Villaseñor

The Driskill Hotel
604 Brazos
512/439-1234
driskillhotel.com

Services Wild Card

“Austin Cat Sitters always send pictures of your kitty. I have been told they also give the best skritches (my cat said so).” Michelle Sturges

Austin Cat Sitters
austincatsitters.com

 
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