My icons

The Chronicle's running a contest to pick Austin's icons.

Here are my top ten (most iconic at the beginning).  I've excluded natural features like Barton Springs and Mount Bonnell, and landmarks like the Capitol, UT clocktower, and the Congress Street bridge.  I.e., my list is limited to privately-owned businesses or buildings.

1. The Driskill
2. The Salt Lick (does Driftwood count?)
3. The Broken Spoke
4. Alamo Drafthouse (all of them)
5. Maria's Taco Xpress
6. Saxon pub
7. Frost Bank Building
8. Hill's Cafe
9. The Paramount
10. Whole Foods