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About Austin Awe

Good things shouldn’t go unnoticed—or go to waste. Austin Awe connects local cafes, bakeries and shops with neighbors who love an unexpected find.

A little mystery. A fixed $5 price.

Shops pack unsold end-of-day goods into surprise bags. You pick up locally and discover what’s inside. Contents vary with what the shop has left, so every bag is a different reveal.

Neighborhood first

We’re starting with one campus or dense neighborhood, aiming for 20 participating shops before expanding city by city. That’s our launch goal, not a claim about shops already on board.

Good for both sides of the counter

You get a local bargain. Shops earn revenue from goods that might otherwise go unsold. And your next unboxing can introduce a friend to a neighborhood business they haven’t tried yet.

Have questions about bags or pickup? Visit our FAQ before choosing your surprise.