Early March in Austin and it felt like summer, our next stop for Places.

We arrived a week before SXSW took over the city. Bands had already begun rolling into town, setting up at bars on Congress and playing pre-festival gigs.

Juan In A Million was one of our favorites! Walk in the door and you’ll be greeted with a big hand shake, and a hug if you’re a local (or friendly). Known for the “Don Juan”, it’s a grande taco that makes for a good breakfast, lunch or dinner. And if you have a vegan diet, just ask Juan, he’ll take care of you.

Uncommon Objects is a haven for antique, vintage, and retro object scroungers from around the world. Self described as a place of “raw materials for creative living”, business owner Steve Wiman has curated a large collection of vintage paper ephemera, curious taxidermy, and mid century design that you wish you could find in your grandmothers attic.

Terra Toys is a family owned toy store in Austin, TX. Sylvia is the daughter, who also works in the store.

"Rate the places you love.". It’s a message to everyone who cares about local businesses, to go out and support them by leaving a comment on their service. It’s those good (or bad) marks that attracts others to come and check it out. – http://www.google.com/austin/business/