Sandy's Hamburgers   

In an increasingly high-tech Austin, Sandy's remains a vivid reminder of the Capital City's good ole days. The dine-outside-only burger shack on Barton Springs is a city staple (you can't miss the giant neon custard cone), serving up burgers, fries and shakes to those in search of fabulous '50s nostalgia -- and prices. Known for their popular special (burger, fries and a drink for next to nothing), Sandy's is an ideal stop for Town Lake walkers, struggling students and the budget-conscious. Fully embodying old-fashioned values, Sandy's only accepts cash, so look under those cushions, scrounge up loose change and be sure to leave the credit cards behind. Family-owned for more than five decades, Sandy's is a throwback to simpler times, when an evening out was made complete by good food and good company. Be sure to try the famous frozen custard, it's the perfect topper to a warm evening. -- Kelly Lee