Top Things To Love About South Austin

From Barton Springs and Zilker Park to South Congress, Bouldin Creek, and South Lamar, South Austin blends nature, music, dining, and classic Austin character.

Days start on the trails or the lake and roll into nights of live shows, patios, and chef-driven restaurants. Historic bungalows sit beside modern builds. Cafés, food trucks, and boutiques line walkable streets, and everything feels close and easy.

Why 78704 Matters

78704 is one of Austin's most iconic ZIP codes, covering Zilker, Barton Hills, Bouldin Creek, Travis Heights, and SoCo. Walkability, park and water access, and proximity to downtown make it one of the city's most desirable areas.

Local Highlights

Barton Springs Pool

Spring-fed and 68°F year-round, tucked into Zilker Park.

Zilker Park

350+ acres for picnics, concerts, and festivals beside the skyline.

Barton Creek Greenbelt

Trails, waterfalls, and climbing spots minutes from 78704 homes.

The Picnic Food Truck Park

Casual eats and shaded tables on Barton Springs Road.

South Congress (SoCo)

Shops, murals, patios, and Austin's most photographed street life.

South Lamar Dining

A corridor of chef-driven restaurants, from casual to destination.

Top 10 Bars & Restaurants In South Austin

Radio Coffee & Beer

Laid-back patio with live music, quality espresso, rotating craft beers, and popular taco trucks.

Coffee • Beer • Live Music • Food Trucks

Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden

Sustainability-focused oasis with craft cocktails, local beer, ponds, gardens, and destination food trucks.

Cocktails • Beer • Outdoor • Nightlife

June's All Day

Chic South Congress bistro and wine bar pouring thoughtful bottles alongside elevated all-day plates.

Wine Bar • Bistro • SoCo • Brunch

Matt's El Rancho

Legendary Austin Tex-Mex institution serving the famous Bob Armstrong Dip, sizzling fajitas, and strong margaritas.

Tex-Mex • Margaritas • Austin Classic

Aba

Modern Mediterranean with a lush patio, sharable mezze, and creative cocktails made for warm Texas nights.

Mediterranean • Patio • Cocktails

Loro

Asian smokehouse from the teams behind Uchi and Franklin Barbecue, with shareable plates and frozen drinks.

Asian Smokehouse • Shared Plates • Patio

Eberly

Design-forward New American anchored by the historic Cedar Tavern bar — built for cocktails and celebratory dinners.

New American • Iconic Bar • Cocktails

Odd Duck

Farm-to-table pioneer turning Texas ingredients into inventive small plates with a strong cocktail and wine program.

Farm-to-Table • Small Plates • Seasonal

Uchi

Destination Japanese dining on South Lamar with pristine nigiri, inventive tastings, and impeccable service.

Japanese • Sushi • Chef-Driven

South Congress Dining District (SoCo)

Walkable strip of restaurants, bars, cafés, and patios — perfect for progressive dinners and people-watching.

SoCo • Dining District • Walkable

Neighborhood Schools In South Austin

South Austin is served by Austin ISD with several highly regarded campuses. Attendance zones depend on your exact address — confirm before relying on any assignment.

Zilker Elementary and Barton Hills Elementary — Walkable, community-focused schools with strong arts and outdoor programs.

Travis Heights Elementary — Dual-language and enrichment at the heart of the SoCo neighborhood.

O. Henry Middle School — Strong academics and arts with robust extracurriculars.

Austin High School — Historic campus along Lady Bird Lake with advanced coursework and rich traditions.

New Listing

$2,150,000

$807/sq ft

2316 EUCLID AVE Austin • 78704

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2,664

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2023

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South Austin Zilker, South Congress & the 78704 Lifestyle