The Thanksgiving holiday is coming up, which means it's time to find your stretchy pants and think about what you're thankful for this year.
Whether you'll be feasting with family and friends or spending a quiet Nov. 28, we've got a roundup of Thanksgiving-themed things to do and get in preparation for the big day. From groceries to beer and wine shops to bakeries, Hoodline crunched the numbers to find Austin's top go-to spots for the holiday, using both Yelp data and our own methodology to produce a curated list.
Responsible for dessert, but haven't got the time or energy? Head to one of Austin's top bakeries, all of which are cranking out autumnal-inspired baked goods and sweet treats perfect for Thanksgiving.
1. Cake & Spoon
Topping the list is Cake & Spoon. Located at 3008 Gonzales St. in Govalle, it's the highest-rated bakery in Austin, boasting five stars out of 52 reviews on Yelp.
2. Kolache Shoppe
Next up is Crestview's Kolache Shoppe, situated at 7113 Burnet Road, Suite 112. With 4.5 stars out of 108 reviews on Yelp, the bakery has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Bakery Lorraine
North Burnett's Bakery Lorraine, located at 11600 Rock Rose, Suite 100, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the bakery four stars out of 121 reviews.
Not everyone can pull off the perfect home-cooked side dish. What you can do — so long as you're 21 or older — is come prepared with a six-pack of quality beer or a fitting bottle of wine. To help you get the goods, here's a roundup of Austin's top beer and wine shops.
1. The Austin Wine Merchant
Topping the list is The Austin Wine Merchant. Located Downtown at 512 W. Sixth St., it's the highest rated beer, wine and spirits spot in Austin, boasting five stars out of 74 reviews on Yelp.
2. The Austin Shaker
Next up is MLK's The Austin Shaker, situated at 1199 Airport Blvd. With five stars out of 32 reviews on Yelp, the spot to score beer, wine and spirits has proven to be a local favorite.
As friends and family prepare to gather, head to one of Austin's best grocery stores to stock up on supplies before it's too late.
1. Trader Joe's
Topping the list is Trader Joe's. Located at 2805 Bee Caves Road, it's the highest-rated grocery store in Austin, boasting 4.5 stars out of 208 reviews on Yelp.
2. El Milagro Tortillas
Next up is East Cesar Chavez's El Milagro Tortillas, situated at 910 E. Seventh St. With five stars out of 44 reviews on Yelp, the grocery store has proven to be a local favorite.
3. MT Supermarket
North Lamar's MT Supermarket, located at 10901 N. Lamar Blvd., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the grocery store four stars out of 284 reviews.
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