Head west this summer to find some great shopping, good eats, and perfect hair days in Lubbock, Texas!
Where to Stay
There is no shortage of great hotels and bed and breakfasts in Lubbock. Check out the array of staycation spots here! Make yourself at home at one of our many favorite places to stay—our first choice being the Overton Hotel. With the Pecan Grill providing the perfect happy hour hot spot, plus its convenient location to downtown Lubbock and the Texas Tech campus, this hotel is always the perfect choice.
If you are looking for something a little more quaint and personal, we love the Woodrow House Bed & Breakfast. Since opening in 1995, this B&B has been the go-to spot for many Lubbock visitors, who can choose from 10 different rooms with unique themes like Granny’s Attic or the Santa Fe Caboose.
Where to Shop
The first stop on our list is Best Store, Chrome. This boutique is Lubbock’s designer Mecca with shoes from Jeffery Campbell and J. Brand jeans always in stock. The brand new location on Slide Road also offers a home décor selection, perfect for everything from chic-ing up your dorm room to perfecting that sophisticated coffee table look.
Drest by Scoff Malouf is the place to go to get you and your S.O. a power couple outfit to rival even the best—think Kim and Kanye. With top-notch designers for both men and women, this is a store you will never want to leave (and will certainly never leave empty-handed).
Hours: Monday-Saturday: 10am-6pm
Next on the list is Malouf’s Fine Apparel, not to be confused with Drest. Malouf’s Fine Apparel keeps up with trends and sportswear designers Tory Burch, Kate Spade and Longchamp—everything a college girl in a college town needs! However, Malouf’s didn’t forget about college guys, and stocks a great collection of Vineyard Vines and Tommy Bahama.
Hours: Monday-Saturday: 11am-6pm
Our eyes were immediately drawn to the expansive collections of Mackenzie Childs kitchen wear and Jon Hart leather everything at Hulla B’Lu! The variety of women’s clothes and home décor is equally as impressive. This is the perfect store to find all the things you didn’t know you needed, but suddenly do!
Hours: Monday-Saturday: 10am-6pm
Head to Broadway Street, just across from Texas Tech University, to do some damage at Best Store, TC Elli’s. Walking in, you will immediately feel a sense of girly-ness overwhelm you with chandeliers hanging from the ceiling and cute sayings like “All you need is love & new shoes” adorning the walls. This boutique has all the trends to keep your clothes looking as great as you!
Hours: Monday-Saturday: 10am-6pm and Sunday: 1-5pm
Down Broadway just about a mile or so you’ll see our men’s favorite, H.G. Thrash Clothier. This “boutique” offers hand-stiched dress wear that will make his friends envious and all the girls swoon. If you brought any guys on your weekend getaway, drop them off to get custom fitted, or pick up something off the rack so he has a new clean shirt that is sure to land him a promotion.
Hours: Monday-Saturday: 10am-6pm
Hollyhocks is where you’ll find great gift ideas, home décor, jewelry and fashion. Serving up sought-after brands like Pine Cone Hill and Jon Hart Design, you’ll find just what you’re looking for from this local retailer. The store first gained notoriety from the handmade Santa collection created by the owner. If you’re ever near Lubbock during the holidays, you won’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind Christmas experience.
Hours: Monday-Saturday: 11am-4pm
Where to Eat
If you’re in the mood for something a little more than your average dinner, head to the Funky Door! Serving up fondue and a fine dining experience, you can enjoy a glass—or two, or three—of wine here! Also be sure to check out their Facebook page to see what local entertainment they are featuring.
Hours: Monday-Thursday: Lunch: 11am-3pm and Dinner: 4:30pm-10:30pm, Friday: Lunch: 11am-3pm and Dinner: 4:30pm-12am, Saturday: Brunch: 10am-3pm and Dinner: 4:30-12am and Sunday: Brunch: 10am-3pm
Café J is another local favorite that boasts a beautiful patio, The Blue Martini Lounge and of course, great food. Their brunch menu is to die for and their wine selection is above par!
Hours: Tuesday-Friday: 11:30am-2pm and 5-9pm, Saturday: 10:30am-2pm and 5-9pm and Sunday: 10:30am-2pm.
For some authentic Texas smokehouse flavors, check out E&J Smokehouse and Grill! Not only will you be blown away with their delicious BBQ, their location on Spirit Ranch takes the cake! Watch peacocks, yes peacocks, roam the grounds, sit out on their huge patio and enjoy live music! To see their entertainment lineup, follow their Facebook page.
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday: 11am-10pm
For a local lunch spot that will make your list to visit everytime you’re in town, head over to Blue Sky! A Blue Sky burger is rumored to be the best in the state—okay, well, it’s definitely the best in Lubbock, and we think it could definitely give your favorite burger a run for its money.
Hours: Monday-Saturday: 11am-8pm
What To Do
Grab your crew and enjoy an afternoon hitting golf balls at 4ORE Golf! You don’t have to be an expert here, it’s all about having fun! Order a bite to eat and a beer on draft to keep you cool while you play fun games with your favorite people.
Hours: Sunday-Thursday: 11am-11pm and Friday-Saturday: 11-12am
Did you know a rock and roll legend was born in Lubbock? Learn all about the beloved Buddy Holly at the Buddy Holly Center! Preserving his legacy and the music of West Texas is vital to the Lubbock community. Learn the history and experience West Texas culture first hand here.
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday: 10am-5pm and Sunday: 1-5pm
For the ultimate summertime experience make your way to Adventure Park! This incredible facility has activities everyone loves like rope courses, bumper boats, go-karts, a zipline, adventure towers and more!
Hours: Sunday-Thursday: 11am-7pm, Friday-Saturday: 10am-8pm
Have a blast “in the past” at the Stars & Stripes Drive-In! Opening daily at 7:30pm and offering nightly showings, your family will love experiencing this unique take on the movie theater.
Hours: Sunday-Saturday: 7:30pm
