2016-2017

Presented by Rho Chi Honor

Society

P1 Survival Guide

Welcome Class of 2020! We are incredibly excited for you to be here. Congratulations on your admission to one of the best pharmacy schools in

the country! Getting into The University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy is no easy feat, and we cannot wait to

see what you will do with your time here. In this survival guide, the 2016-2017 Rho Chi officers have provided advice on

a variety of topics that you may be wondering about as you enter pharmacy school. Whether it’s study techniques or the

best places to eat in Austin, we hope that this guide will help get you ready for your first year.

Good luck!

Rho Chi 2016-2017 Officers

Meet the Rho Chi Officers

Emily Kirkpatrick, President (P3)

I was born and raised in Allen, Texas and completed my B.S. in Biomedical Sciences at Texas A&M University in

December 2013. From there, I worked full time as a technician for Target Pharmacy until I began pharmacy school in Fall

2014. Following my P1 year I completed a summer internship with HEB Pharmacy, where I have continued to work as an

intern through school. While I love the patients and people I work with at HEB, my main interest is in clinical pharmacy. I

am currently exploring the idea of completing a residency focused around oncology, infectious disease, or psychiatric

pharmacy. I may not know exactly what I want to do yet, but I have plenty of time to explore before I have to make any

decisions.

Mandy Moore, Vice President (P3)

Maryland-born and raised, I completed my B.S. in Biology in 2013 and then took a year off of school to pursue a research

fellowship studying herbals and botanicals as food additives at the U.S. FDA. After applying to pharmacy schools all over

the country, my love for tacos and the incredible friendliness and hospitality of the UT pharmacy students helped me

decide to come to The University of Texas at Austin for pharmacy school. Now I am an intern at University Medical

Center Brackenridge Hospital (soon to be Dell Seton Medical Center) and am part of the PharmD/PhD program.

Jaynish Amin, Treasurer (P3)

I was born in England but consider myself from El Dorado, Arkansas. I attended Texas A&M University in College Station

where I completed a B.S. in Biochemistry with a minor in chemistry. I want to pursue the medical affairs/medical science

liaison fellowship in the pharmaceutical industry after graduation. I am also interested in research and development

within industry along with community pharmacy.

Sam Palka, Secretary (P3)

I am originally from Cleveland, OH and completed my pre-requisite undergraduate courses at UT Austin. I completed a

summer internship at Walgreens Pharmacy, which was my first experience in a pharmacy. I enjoyed it, but I want to

learn more about clinical pharmacy. I shadowed at the Cleveland Clinic when I was home for Christmas break in 2015,

and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and am thinking that I want my career to go in that direction. At this point, I am

trying to see what areas of clinical pharmacy spark my interest; there are so many options!

Nhi Hoang, Senior Project Collaborate Representative (P3)

I was born and raised in Katy, TX and did my 2 years of undergraduate classes at the University of Houston. Moving to

Austin to start this fresh new chapter in my life was the best decision I have ever made. Nevertheless, it was

undoubtedly nerve-wracking. Luckily, this survival guide has everything you’ll need to succeed

Questions and Answers:

Advice, Recommendations, and How We Survive Pharmacy School

How do you usually study?

Emily: I go to every class and take notes on the PowerPoints the professors post on Canvas. Lectures are recorded for

most classes; however, I prefer to be there in person rather than watching it back later. It’s easy to get behind and it’s a

good way for me to avoid sacrificing one class to catch up on another. When I first started pharmacy school, I tried to

continue to write my notes by hand in a notebook like I did during undergrad. I discovered very quickly that the

professors talk FAST, and it is really hard to write everything down by hand. Taking notes on the PowerPoint slides helps

me to keep all of my notes in one place, and allows me to keep track of the information already included in their

presentation. That way, I’m only taking notes over the information they did not include. Once I have those notes, about

a week before the test I like to create study guides from the PowerPoints. I have tried taking all of the notes from the

PowerPoints and putting them into one-word document, as well as creating visual charts and outlines to look over. I

choose whichever format I think will work best for the class I am studying. I find that forcing myself to retype the

information or put the information into a new, condensed format really keeps me focused and help me identify the

topics I’m not comfortable with. My best advice is to use your time wisely. It is really easy to put off looking over the

material until a couple days before the exam, but starting early in the semester and staying on top of it will really help

you in the long run. Use the first month of school to your advantage, and don’t wait until all the exams hit in October to

get started.

Mandy: Coffee shops, coffee shops, coffee shops. I have a hard time concentrating at home, so usually every school

night during the semester I take a few hours to go to my favorite coffee shop and review my notes and work on any

assignments we might have. DO NOT FALL BEHIND. While being able to stream a lecture is a beautiful thing, do not let it

become an excuse to put off studying until right before the exam. I do a little bit every day so that when it becomes time

to prepare for a test, I’ve already been through the material at least once and I know where my strengths and

weaknesses are.

Jaynish: Even though it is tempting to skip class because each class is recorded, I try to attend class as much as possible.

It takes me longer to go over the recordings, rather than sitting in class and taking notes. I like to study with friends and

go over material verbally. This helps reinforce information and we get to quiz each other! I would consider myself a

crammer – I usually start studying 2 days before an exam. I would stick to whatever study style you have done in the

past. This seemed to be the most successful for me.

Sam: First, I attend every class and take good notes so that I do not have to Echo the lecture later. Then, I compile all of

my notes in a Word document using bullet-points, so I do not have to go through each PowerPoint file when I study; this

way all of my notes are in one place/file. I go through and highlight the important topics that I believe will be on the

exam, and this large file is what I use to study. Once it is completed I do not even open the original PowerPoint files that

I initially took notes on. I try to start reviewing for exams a week early and do not commit topics to memory until a few

days prior. Instead, I try to get the big picture objectives down and then memorize tiny details later. I originally wrote all

of my notes by hand, but soon I realized there was simply too much material to cover. This system of studying that I

streamlined since P2 Fall semester has been working out very well for me! I also find it helpful to discuss confusing

topics with my study group; there have been many instances where these conversations helped me understand topics

much better and answer the test question correct.

Nhi: Over time, I realized that instead of frantically typing what the professor says word for word, simply listening in

class and jotting down the more important points was more beneficial. For the denser classes, I type up my own study

guides/notes onto a Word document after each lecture. For classes that require an immense amount of memorizing, I

use a whiteboard or mirror in my bedroom to quiz myself or make visual flowcharts. I also make and use flashcards,

because this method of studying highlights the areas that I still need clarification and repetition in before an exam. My

biggest advice, however, is to never study just one class a day, because that is the recipe for falling behind in other

classes, especially if there are multiple exams coming up.

Where is your favorite place to study?

Emily: I tend to study better when I am by myself. While many of my classmates enjoy study groups or going to libraries

and coffee shops, I am way too easily distracted by having other people around. I always find myself listening in on other

people’s conversations around me, or looking up every time someone walks by or opens their bag. I prefer to be at my

own desk with music playing from my laptop (or in silence depending on what I am working on). It took me a long time

to figure out that this was the best option for me, so if you feel like you can’t get anything done in your current

environment, don’t be afraid to try something new!

Mandy: Again, coffee shops, coffee shops, coffee shops. I don’t study well in groups, so this is a good environment for

me to study individually at my own pace.

Jaynish: I like to study at Starbucks. If you like coffee, I would try to find some coffee shops around you. I prefer not

studying on campus, because the libraries get crowded around heavy testing periods. Since most P1 tests are night tests,

my favorite place to study on campus would be the Union or FAC. It’s good to study by yourself before the test and

study in a group (quizzing!!) right before the test to go over important concepts.

Sam: I know that I am easily distracted in public settings, so if I am studying a difficult topic I prefer to be at home at my

desk. I am the most productive in this setting. If the class or topic is easy to understand, I enjoy being out in public. I

prefer coffee shops such as Starbucks, Monkey’s Nest, and Epoch. Also, Central Market on Lamar is a place I enjoy

studying as well! They have great food and plenty of space.

Nhi: I personally prefer to study at home or a friend’s apartment/house when studying with a group of people. For

casual studying, I like to study at coffee shops such as Flightpath and Epoch. Between classes and organization meetings,

I also like to study in the quiet room on the 3rd floor across from the LRC.

What advice would you give to incoming pharmacy students about classes and workload of P1 year?

Emily: P1 year is all about figuring out what study methods work best for you. It won’t be easy, but no matter how

overwhelming it can feel at times, you will make it through. The amount of material thrown at you at one time can be

daunting, but staying organized will keep you from feeling like you’re drowning. I really struggled with Phys & Chem

Drugs in the fall because it is a ton of math, which has never been my best subject. In the spring, I would say Pathology

was the hardest class because of the huge amount of material that had to be covered in just one semester. If you feel

like you are falling behind or not understanding the material, make sure to reach out to your friends and others at the

college. Sometimes having someone to study with can keep you more accountable, and many of the P2s and P3s also

serve as tutors for the classes they excelled in during their first year. We all want you to succeed, so don’t be afraid to

ask for help or advice.

Mandy: It’s totally doable! Don’t worry! P1 year is really hard, but know that you are 100% equipped with everything

you need to do well. The biggest adjustment for me was just the sheer volume of the material being covered in a day,

week, or month, and the number of classes that you had to keep up in. No one class on its own is too much work or too

difficult, but when you combine them all into a whole semester it becomes a whole different beast. Get a planner, stay

organized, and do your best to not fall behind. The first round of exams will be the easiest, so try to stay on top of things

and do well on those so that you have a nice cushion for the rest of the semester.

Jaynish: The biggest advice I would have is to prepare a little early since tests start at the end of September. It feels like

forever until you get to the first test and then you will have at least 3 tests a week. Time management is key and don’t

get discouraged if you don’t make A’s on every test. There are some challenging classes that require more time like

physical chemistry, anatomy, pharmaceutics, and pathology. Make sure to spend more time on these classes because

the concepts that you learn will definitely carry on in P2 and P3 years. Find out what study pattern is best for you and

that will help with the volume of material. I would highly encourage you to actually learn the material – this will help you

in future courses!

Sam: If your strong suit is math you should have no major problems in Physical Chemistry class or lab. Anatomy was a bit

challenging since it is a lot to remember, and I was not the best student in biology (I was better in chemistry). I will say

that I did not give enough attention to Medicinal Chemistry, and it was more difficult than I thought it would be later in

the semester.

Nhi: During the Fall Semester, the classes that I devoted the majority of my studying time to were Anatomy I and Phys &

Chem Drugs. However, do not underestimate Biopharmaceutics. This class has fewer grades, which means you have less

chances to bring up your grade. During the Spring Semester, Pathology was personally the most challenging class for me

because of the dense material and fast pace. Pharmaceutics was a “flipped classroom” course that required me to

change the way I studied and was the first course of pharmacy school that relied heavily on teamwork.

What advice do you have for P1s about the vast array of UT College of Pharmacy organizations?

Emily: I would recommend choosing one or two organizations that really interest you to join during your first year.

Especially during the first semester, the work-load takes some getting used to, so it may be better to see what you like

and join more organizations later if you feel comfortable with it. I joined SSHP and APhA my first year, and served in two

chair positions. Joining organizations are a great way to make friends, especially with P2s and P3s who you will not see

as often as the people in your own class. There are also really great speakers that can help expose you to areas of

pharmacy you may have never considered otherwise.

Mandy: UT-COP organizations are great! For me, as someone who had never even stepped foot in a pharmacy, the

organizations were a great way to listen to speakers and get a better idea of what pharmacy was actually like. They were

also a great way to get to know my fellow classmates and other pharmacy students. With that being said though, be as

much or as little involved as you are comfortable with. I suggest trying out two or three in your first semester, and then

as you adjust to your schedule see if you want to stick with those or try something else out.

Jaynish: Pick 1-2 organizations that stand out to you the most, but always keep an open mind. You can join most

organizations at the beginning of the fall and the spring. If you decide that another organization fits with your

personality and future goals, it is never too late to join that organization.

Sam: I really enjoy SPRN because it is a smaller organization, and I have managed to get to know a lot of the members. I

also think addiction is an important topic to be aware of especially for pharmacy students. APhA is a large organization

basically encompassing the entire profession, so I enjoy this organization. SSHP is great if you are interested in clinical

pharmacy. You will have plenty of time to decide which ones are right for you!

Nhi: As a P1, you should take the opportunity to get to know what each organization has to offer and what their mission

means to you. After exploring the options, I would advise to join 2-3 organizations that appeal to you and apply for chair

positions in order to become more involved and play a role in the organizations’ growth.

What do you think about taking on leadership positions as a P1 student?

Emily: I served as a Pediatrics Co-Chair for SSHP and the Project Collaborate Junior Representative for APhA during my

first year of pharmacy school. I wanted to get involved early on and personally, I like to keep busy. For me, it did not

seem like too much added responsibility. I absolutely loved working with Project Collaborate because it was one of the

few chances I got to work with patients during my first year. I would highly recommend applying for at least one position

if that is something you are even remotely interested in. Leadership positions can be such a rewarding experience and

have developed my professional skills in a way that cannot be truly taught in a classroom. Applying for a chair position is

a great place to start, because most of the positions do not require a huge time commitment and are a great place to get

some experience before taking on the more intensive executive board positions later in pharmacy school.

Mandy: Honestly, I did not take on many leadership positions my P1 year. I was a pledge leader for Phi Delta Chi and the

co-scholarship chair for PDC, but that’s it. However, I tried to be a very involved member of APhA and SSHP my P1 year

as well. Looking back, I do wish that I had pursued more leadership opportunities as a P1 – it would have been a great

way to establish myself as a leader in our school and would have allowed me to work on skills that I am just now

developing as a P2/P3.

Jaynish: Pick 1-2 organizations that stand out to you the most and try to get some sort of leadership position in those

organizations. There are so many leadership positions available to P1 students, and it will benefit you to get involved

earlier. This way you can move up the ladder and pursue exec positions in organizations that you really care about. Also,

don’t get discouraged if you don’t get a leadership positions and keep trying! I was rejected from most leadership

positions that I applied for as a P1, but I finally got one and moved up to exec positions in multiple organizations.

Sam: I enjoyed my leadership positions because they helped me develop professionally, but they also allowed me to

develop relationships with upperclassmen and faculty. I would encourage students to get involved in at least one

leadership position during the first year.

Nhi: I did not take on any leadership positions during my P1 year, because I was worried that I would not be able to

handle the workload, but if I could go back, I would definitely do things differently. I would encourage incoming P1s to

get involved and apply for leadership positions and challenge themselves with the workload (but, do not overdo it). Read

the description of the leadership position and what the responsibilities are before applying in order to avoid

overwhelming yourself. Balancing schoolwork with the responsibilities of leadership positions is the key! I advise on

working on organization-related work during your study breaks.

UT Austin and, specifically, UT CoP offer students a ton of different resources. What are some of the resources that

you would want to make sure incoming students know about?

Emily: The UT library system has some amazing resources available specifically for pharmacy students. Learn how to

navigate resources like Lexi-Comp, Micromedex, and Pubmed early on and it will save your life in classes like

Pharmaceutics. Additionally, the college offers tutoring services for free if you need a little extra help in any of your

classes. Take advantage of them if you need to!

Mandy: Be familiar with the online library resources that UT has to offer! We are lucky to have access to so many

databases, textbooks, and other online tools. Being familiar with what we have to offer and how to navigate the UT

library page will be a lifesaver in semesters to come.

Jaynish: Make sure to take the extra step and introduce yourself to your professors. The pharmacy classes are small, and

they will remember who you are. This definitely helps to establish rapport with faculty and staff inside the college.

UTCOP also offers tutoring services for free. If you feel like you are struggling in a class or get a bad grade on a test,

definitely sign up for tutoring from P2s and P3s.

Sam: The undergraduate writing center is a great resource on campus! They helped me with countless essays, my

resume, and even my personal statement for pharmacy school.

Nhi: The resource that I use most often is the plethora of databases UT Austin offers. The drug databases (ex: Lexi-Comp,

Micromedex, Clinical Pharmacology, etc.) provide updated and accurate information you can use while you are studying

at school or helping out patients at work. The BEST resource however, is your world-renowned professors, peers, and

mentors!

How do you spend your free time, and what are some of the things you would recommend the P1s definitely do while

living in Austin? Also, where are some of your favorite places to eat?

Emily: Honestly, my free time is usually spent catching up on Netflix or sleeping. I am a huge foodie, so I like to use the

weekends to explore all of the amazing food options Austin has to offer. Many of the places I love are listed in the back

of this survival guide, however I can say my two favorites are Mandola’s for Italian food and Hopdoddy for burgers (get

the truffle fries, trust me on this). There are also tons of outdoor places to go, like Barton Springs, Zilker Park, the

Boardwalk around Ladybird Lake, and Bull Creek. If you like hiking and being outdoors, I recommend going to any/all of

these places. While I still haven’t done it myself, I have heard that zip lining over Lake Travis is really fun (and it’s on my

own Austin Bucket List).

Mandy: The very honest answer is that I spend quite a bit of my time in bed binge-watching Netflix. BUT Austin is still a

new city to me and I love exploring what the city has to offer! A lot of my weekends are spent running at Town Lake,

going to concerts, and eating everything in sight. Seriously, the eats are amazing.

Jaynish: I usually spend my free time sleeping, watching TV shows, or running on Town Lake. I would definitely

recommend checking out the trails all around Austin for hiking or running. It’s nice to clear your head after a long week

of classes and tests/assignments. Check out Mount Bonnell, 360 bridge, and Zilker park. Some of my favorite places to

eat are Hopdoddy Burger Bar, 888 Pan Asian, Halal Bros, and Torchy’s Tacos.

Sam: I strongly encourage students to eat well and exercise. This is something that I did not start until pharmacy school,

and it was great for me. Working out at Gregory Gym is such a nice mental break from studying, and it gives me a mental

boost. I enjoy running on Town Lake trails downtown during the weekends as well. Austin offers so many great food

choices, but some are: Titaya’s for Thai food, Mandola’s for Italian food, Lucy’s for fried chicken, and Le Café Crepe for

crepes.

Nhi:

Favorite Austin Activities: 360 Bridge, Zilker Park, Murals (Puppy Love, You’re my Butter Half, I love you so much, Graffiti

Park, etc.), Kayaking and Paddle boarding at Ladybird Lake, Barton Springs

Favorite Austin Restaurants: Titaya’s (Thai food), (Burgers), Hyde Park Bar & Grill (Comfort food), Ichiban (Sushi),

Homeslice (Pizza), Crepe Crazy

What is one overall piece of advice you would give to incoming P1s about not just surviving but being successful P1

year?

Emily: Make sure first and foremost to take care of yourself. Take a break, get some fresh air, have dinner with friends,

and enjoy some time to yourself. Pharmacy school will be stressful and sometimes it feels like there is no free time for

anything else, but taking the extra time for yourself is one of the best things you can do. I was so focused on school

during my first year that I missed out on a lot of life in the process. Starting in my P2 year, I took a day for myself once a

week to not think about pharmacy and just enjoy myself. It has been so much better for my mental health, and I feel less

overwhelmed by giving myself a break.

Mandy: Finding a balance between school and my personal life was the best thing I did for myself P1 year. Once I started

taking more time for myself and stressing less about school, my performance in school actually improved. P1 year is

definitely difficult; it’s a huge adjustment to make. This may be a new city, new school, new people, new professors, and

a whole new lifestyle. It can be stressful. But know that every other person in your class is going through the same thing.

And know that the P2s and P3s that you meet have gone through it and survived! UT-CoP is very much a family, so be

assured that your peers, upperclassmen, and professors are all here to help you with whatever you need.

Jaynish: Even though it can get stressful at times, you will make some of your best friends in pharmacy school who are

going through the exact same thing as you. Lean on them for support! Also, don’t study all the time. Do things that keep

you sane (they make nice study breaks!)

Sam: During my P1 year I was so obsessed with studying and thinking about school. I literally studied every single day

during P1 year even the weekends. I realized my P2 year that I could not continue this way. What I do now is workout

and study throughout the week right after class. During the weekends, I allow myself one day (usually Saturday) to

completely forget about school and do something fun. I also joined a university-wide organization that is not pharmacy

related at all, and I have made many friends through this; it is nice to separate yourself from pharmacy for a while.

Nhi: An inspirational speaker once said, “Working hard for something we don’t care about is called stress. Working hard

for something we love is called passion.” Keeping your passion in mind throughout this school year is critical. During

those tough weeks, remember that you are working hard for those patients you will be affecting one day; an A on the

exam is just a bonus.

Contact Information

If you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to any of us! Our contact information is listed below.

Emily Kirkpatrick: em_kirkpatrick@utexas.edu

Mandy Moore: mandy.moore@utexas.edu

Jaynish Amin: jaynishamin@gmail.com

Sam Palka: samuelpalka@yahoo.com

Nhi Hoang: hoangynhi123@gmail.com

Austin, TX Coffee Shop Roundup

One of the best things about Austin is all of the locally owned businesses, coffee shops included. My P1 year I set out on the hunt to find the perfect coffee shop for me and my caffeine needs. While this is not an exhaustive list by any means of all the wonderful places in Austin, here’s a list of the coffee shops I’ve tried so far. - Mandy Epoch Coffee 221 W North Loop Blvd Austin, TX 78751 This North Loop location is like studying at your grandmother’s house. It’s a huge space, with lots of comfy chairs and big tables for group studying. Another plus: it’s open 24-hours a day – perfect for if you ever have to pull an all-nighter. Warning though, it does get really busy around exam time. Bennu 2001 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Austin, TX 78702 Another 24-hour location, Bennu is a smaller, quieter space than Epoch with a really friendly staff. Halcyon Coffee, Bar & Lounge 218 W 4th St Austin, TX 78701 This downtown location is a coffee shop slash bar that has s’mores that are to die for. La Tazza Fresca 519 W 37th St Austin, TX 78705 One of my favorite spots close to campus, La Tazza has *the* best almond milk dirty chai in town. Great desserts too. The space is really small though, so come early to grab a table. Austin Java Numerous locations Austin Java has several locations all around town, so it’s a great place to go if you want to study for an hour or so when out and about between errands. Lots of food to pick from. Vintage Heart Coffee 1405 E 7th St Austin, TX 78702 This East 7th coffee shop is a small space offering locally roasted coffee and house-made syrups. Bonus points if you go to Bundrick’s Traveling Tea Parlor next door for a scone. Thunderbird (2 locations) 2200 Manor Rd Austin, TX 78722 1401 W Koenig Ln Austin, TX 78756 This hip shop offers yummy coffee, DELICIOUS sandwiches, and has beer on tap as well. The staff is crazy friendly and always has some great tunes playing. Drinks are a little pricey, but they do have a rewards program. Cherrywood Coffeehouse 1400 E 38th 1/2 St Austin, TX 78722 Love this place. Tons of great outdoor patio space and even offers a stage for the random performance by local bands. Doubles as a brunch spot on the weekends.

Houndstooth Coffee 4200 N Lamar Blvd Ste 120 Austin, TX 78756 For those who take espresso very seriously. The baristas seem to have sommelier-level training when it comes to their coffee beans, and are always willing to make recommendations. Mozart’s Coffee Roasters 3825 Lake Austin Blvd Austin, TX 78703 A favorite for most students. Mozart’s is located on the lake and has beautiful outdoor seating with big picnic tables, perfect for group studying or catching up with friends. They have bottomless coffee (!!!), tea, lattes, or whatever suits your fancy. Pro tip: get the lemon poppyseed cake with an earl grey tea for the perfect treat. Figure 8 Coffee Purveyors 1111 Chicon St. Austin, TX 78702 Very tiny and very cute. This is a neighborhood coffee shop with locally roasted beans. Cenote 1010 E Cesar Chavez St. Austin, TX 78702 Another favorite. Cenote is just a beautiful space that is perfect for studying, happy hour, meeting up with friends, or getting brunch. Caffé Medici Numerous locations One of the closest coffee shops to campus that is not a Starbucks. There are lots of locations but there is one on The Drag. Great French press coffee and pretty seating upstairs. Flightpath Coffeehouse 5011 Duval St Austin, TX 78751 The best place to go when you need to get lots of work done. The most tranquil, serene coffee shop I’ve ever been to. Usually there are also lots of free tablets and outlets.

Delicious Austin Eats

Mandola’s Italian Market 4700 W Guadalupe St #12, Austin, TX 78751 Italian food ranging from pasta and pizza, to Italian subs and salads. Includes a bakery and gelato counter. Sawyer & Co 4827 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702 New Orleans-inspired food with a retro-modern feel. Also, the best biscuit in Austin. Cabo Bob’s 2828 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78705 Amazing tacos. Close to campus. Salty Sow 1917 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722 American gastropub that serves contemporary farmhouse fare. Great happy hour deals and close to campus. Hillside Pharmacy 1209 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702 Antique-chic eatery with locally sourced foods – with an incredible pharmacy theme that can’t be beat! Tamale House East 1707 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702 Also really great tacos. Launderette 2115 Holly St, Austin, TX 78702 Gourmet New American fare served in a polished cafe space in a converted gas station/Laundromat. Dolce Neve 1713 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704 The cutest gelato shop there ever was! They’ll let you have as many free samples as you want. Counter Café 626 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703 Cafe serving natural, organic & generally locally sourced fare with breakfast served all day. Michi Ramen 6519 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78752 No-frills ramen outpost where diners choose from 3 broth thicknesses & toppings from pork to eggs.

Sushi Junai 1612 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701 They have an all-you-can-eat lunch special + walking distance to campus. The best way to spend a long lunch break in between classes. Cenote 1010 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702 Very cute coffee shop/restaurant with lots of great outdoor seating. 888 Pan Asian 2400 E Oltorf St Austin, TX 78741 Asian food ranging from Thai, Chinese, and Vietnamese food. Best thing is the Pho and Pad Thai! Takoba 1411 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702 Mexican restaurant with a nice outdoor patio. Great Ceviche and brunch! Titaya’s Thai Cuisine 5501 N Lamar Blvd C101 Austin, TX 78751 Flavorful Thai food with fresh vegetables. Salt Lick BBQ 18300 Farm to Market Rd 1826 Driftwood, TX 78619 Large BYOB restaurant and cash-only. Amazing BBQ with open pit fires. Lucy’s Fried Chicken 5408 Burnet Road Austin, TX 78756 They offer awesome fried chicken Le Café Crepe 200 San Jacinto Blvd Austin, TX 78701 A wide array of crepes including sweet and savory in a small café located in downtown Austin. Hopdoddy Burger Bar 1400 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704 or 2438 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX 78757 Amazing burgers made from local ingredients (and parmesan truffle fries that will change your life) Hyde Park Bar & Grill Address: 4206 Duval St, Austin, TX 78751 Comfort food in a 1920s home setting

Ichiban 7310 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78757 Japanese and Korean entrees as well as sushi Homeslice 1415 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704 New York Style Pizza with an Austin twist Crepe Crazy 3103 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704 Savory and sweet crepes Torchy’s Tacos 2801 Guadalupe St., Austin, TX 78705 (and many other locations) Unique tacos and some of the best queso in Austin Lucky Robot 1303 South Congress Ave. Austin, TX 78704 Tokyo-inspired street food including sushi, dumplings, and Asian tacos Mighty Fine 5602 Brodie Ln #1300, Austin, TX 78745 Burgers and shakes in picnic-style seating Teriyaki Madness 7301 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78757 Simple Japanese food for a cheap price T-Loc’s Sonora Hot Dogs 5000 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78756 A little hot dog stand with some of the best hot dogs in Austin Blue Baker 10000 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78759 Small bakery with house made pizza, baked goods, sandwiches, soups, and salads. Great place to study since it’s usually not busy. Gourdough’s Public House Suite B, 209 W 5th St, Austin, TX 78701 Menu containing donuts in dishes and desserts Flying Saucer 815 W 47th St, Austin, TX 78751 American pub food with over 200 beers from around the world available

Maudie’s 4600 West Guadalupe St, Suite B5, Austin, TX 78751 (and other locations) Tex Mex favorites in a casual setting Tacodeli 4200 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78756 Famous for their breakfast tacos, they offer Mexican street food during breakfast and lunch only Chi’lantro 5222 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78756 Korean- Mexican fusion including Korean BBQ tacos and kimchi fries 24 Diner 600 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703 Diner comfort foods. Open 24 hours a day. Kerbey Lane Café 2606 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 Open 24 hours a day. Offer eclectic diner food from amazing pancakes to seasonal specials Juan in a Million 2300 East Cesar Chavez St Austin, TX 78702 Breakfast tacos and traditional Mexican dishes Halal Bros 2712 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 Middle Eastern food including kebabs to stuffed pitas Hula Hut 3825 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX 78703 Mexican fare and luau platters with tropical cocktails. Amazing lake views. County Line 53204 Ranch Rd 2222, Austin, TX 78731 Fantastic barbeque in an old lodge on Bull Creek The Oasis 6550 Comanche Trail, Austin, TX 78732 One of the best views from a restaurant in Austin. Mexican food primarily with American options as well. Pinthouse Pizza 4729 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78756 British-pub inspired spot with unique pizzas