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Barbershop

“Always feel so welcomed and the vibe is just it. Never want to go anywhere else but Birds for a cut.” Mercedes Treto

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

“For the first time in my adult life, I found a stylist that actually LISTENED to me, and provided expertise and information that confirmed I was heard.” Mary Capps

Urban Betty
1206 W. 38th #1107, 512/371-7663
4361 S. Congress #108, 512/371-7663
3001 Joe Dimaggio #1350, Round Rock, 512/371-7663
www.urbanbetty.com

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Spa

“It's a place that encourages gratefulness and healthy self-care.” Belinda Hodges

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

“They are all magical witches in the best possible way ❤️” Rebecca Hume

Ace of Cups Massage & Wellness
2121 E. Cesar Chavez
512/696-3196
www.aceofcupsaustin.com

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Acupuncture

“They are the best in town! Mega healers!” Elizabeth Baird

Rosedale Acupuncture & Wellness Center
1403 W. 45th
512/623-1996
www.aculete.com

Mani/Pedi

“I love the vibes here! Everyone is super friendly and they are very accommodating.” Efua Prah

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

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Lashes

“Luna Lash always gets me looking right.” Zachary Ashurst

Luna Lash
4524 Mattie #101
512/551-9687
www.lunalashatx.com

Wax

“Most body-positive waxing studio I have ever been to.” Jaimie Tillman

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

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Skin Care

“I've never had a bad facial experience at Viva. Every esthetician is knowledgeable, experienced, and caring.” Sarah Wong

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

Tattoo

“Simply the best shop in Texas.” Charles Gilbert

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

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Psychic/Tarot

“Insightful, generous, kind, funny – a true gem.” Leslie Wells

Sister Temperance Tarot
www.sistertemperance.com

Bike Shop/Repair

“Most knowledgeable repair techs I've encountered, great service department. Doesn't hurt that they're between a good biscuits place and coffee shop.” Michael Fleming

The Peddler Bike Shop
5015 Duval St., 512/220-6766
13010 W. Parmer Ln. #500, Cedar Park, 512/528-5238
www.peddlerbike.com

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Hotel

“Lovely ambience. Great haven for first-time visitors to Austin.” Pamela Ellen Ferguson

Hotel San José
1316 S. Congress
512/852-2350
www.sanjosehotel.com

Auto Repair/Service

“I love these guys. No upselling, hard push, or nonsense. Just dedication to keeping your set of wheels in its best possible condition.” Elizabeth Means

Groovy Automotive
4011 Red River, 512/450-0951
3511 Guadalupe, 512/275-0535
www.groovyautomotive.com

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Home Maintenance/Services

“They do it all and also give back to the community.” Jocelyn Winter

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

“They're saving the Earth one yard at a time.” Ryan Robbins

Earthling Landscaping
512/661-4777
www.earthlinglandscaping.com

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A/C Repair/Installation

“They ALWAYS got us covered. Great communication. Transparent appointments/wait time. Affordable. Wouldn’t trade 'em!” Victoria Moreno

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

Electrician

“Professional, quick, and friendly.” Sam Eleanor

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

Plumber

“Quality work & exceptional employees.” Cynthia Ellis

Reliant Plumbing
12111 Menchaca
512/675-4220
www.reliantplumbing.com

Locksmith

“An old Austin staple.” Tracy Roquemore

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

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Restaurant/Beverage Delivery

“Everything is so delicious! The price point is great, the ordering experience is great, and being able to track your order on the site works so well.” James Miller

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

Cleaning Service

“Excellent service and performance, plus they love our dog!” Bill Noellert

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

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Laundromat

“The SpinZone is clean and easy to use. I like the open, airy space and feel very safe here.” Glenda Ballard

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

“Clothes are always ready on time. Great customer service.” Juan Sepeda

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/Alterations

“They’ve always done right by me.” Brian Ramirez

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

Movers

“These gentlemen were amazing. So professional and worked so fast they saved me money. This is the only company I will use in the future.” Kristi Hext

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

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Lawyer

“Great attorneys that really care about their clients.” Mariel Puryear

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

Veterinarian

“The most empathetic veterinarians I've met at Austin. Great people who care and work in hard conditions to give health care to our furry friends.” Mauricio Garcia Sainz

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

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Doggie Day Care

“My dog literally drags me inside when it’s time to board him. He loves it that much.” Karen Sanchez

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

“We love Barkin’ Creek! Super clean facility, great staff, great pup dos.” Dixie Anderson

Barkin' Creek
2153 S. Lamar, 512/982-6700
91 Red River, Ste. 150, 512/553-5800
3200 Palm Way, Ste. 142, 512/534-3200
1218 Barton Hills Drive, 512/592-3100
barkincreek.com

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Wedding Venue

“STUNNING venue, amazing team. Highly recommend this space for getting married.” Dominique Estevez

The Contemporary Austin at Laguna Gloria
3809 W. 35th
512/458-8191
www.thecontemporaryaustin.org

Services Wild Card

“A completely original addition to any celebration. Carrie is the coolest!” Chris Howard

www.moodauranomad.com

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