North Burnet has become one of the most connected residential addresses in Austin. It’s close enough to The Domain's shopping and dining to use it on a Tuesday, close enough to Q2 Stadium to make an Austin FC match last-minute decision, and positioned on MoPac and US-183 for commutes across the city's major tech corridor. The Met at 10101 Metropolitan Drive sits at the center of that picture. This guide covers what surrounds the address: the shopping and dining at The Domain, the game-day experience at Q2, the parks and local spots nearby, and the commute reality for North Austin residents.

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The Domain: North Austin's Second Downtown

700,000 Square Feet of Shopping, Dining, and Entertainment

The Domain sits approximately 10 minutes from The Met via Burnet Road. It’s a mixed-use development covering more than 700,000 square feet that functions as North Austin's commercial and social center in a way that no other suburban retail destination in the city replicates. It carries a range of national retail anchors alongside restaurants that hold their own against the best of downtown Austin. 

On the dining side, North Italia and Second Bar + Kitchen anchor the sit-down options. La Madeleine and Flower Child cover the casual and health-forward end. Summer Moon Coffee — the Austin-born brand known for its wood-fired roasting and Moon Milk — has a Domain presence that makes it a consistent morning stop for residents coming from The Met's direction. The Domain's outdoor layout makes it more pleasant to spend time in than a traditional enclosed mall, and the regular events calendar gives residents reasons to return throughout the year rather than just for specific purchases. 

For grocery, a Whole Foods Market serves the Domain corridor, covering the specialty and everyday grocery needs of the North Austin residential population that has grown significantly around the development over the past decade.

Shopping and Retail Anchors 

The Domain's retail mix spans the full spectrum from luxury brand flagships to national lifestyle stores. Apple, Nordstrom, and Louis Vuitton anchor the higher end. lululemon, Anthropologie, and a broad selection of mid-range national brands fill out the center. For residents at apartments near The Domain Austin, having this concentration of retail within a 10-minute drive covers the vast majority of shopping needs without a trip to another part of the city.

Q2 Stadium and Austin FC Game Days

Minutes from Home, No Traffic Required

Q2 Stadium at 10414 McKalla Place is approximately 10 minutes from The Met, a distance that changes the Austin FC game-day experience from a planned outing to a spontaneous one. The 20,738-seat stadium opened in 2021 as the first soccer-specific stadium built in a major league market in the United States, and Austin FC's fan base has made Q2 one of the louder atmospheres in MLS. 

For residents at apartments near Q2 Stadium, the logistics of game day matter as much as the ticket. Coming home from Q2 on foot or with a short drive rather than navigating post-game freeway congestion from another part of the city is a genuine quality-of-life advantage that translates to actually going to more matches rather than just intending to. 

Beyond Austin FC, Q2 Stadium hosts international friendlies, concerts, and major events throughout the year. It’s a multi-use venue calendar that gives residents in the immediate North Austin corridor consistent access to large-format events without a cross-city commute.

Local Favorites in North Burnet

Parks, Breweries, and Entertainment Close to Home

Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park is approximately two miles from The Met, a 293-acre park with 15 miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a swimming pool, and an off-leash dog area. For North Austin residents who want trail access without driving to Barton Creek or the Greenbelt, Walnut Creek is the consistent answer. The trail system covers terrain that ranges from flat creek-bottom paths to more technical hillside routes, and the park draws consistent use from cyclists and runners throughout the year. 

Celis Brewery on Braker Lane is a North Austin institution with a history that connects to the Belgian brewing tradition that Christine Celis brought to Austin in the 1990s. The taproom draws a consistent local crowd for Belgian-style ales and lagers and functions as one of the more distinctive craft beer destinations in the North Burnet corridor. 

Top Golf on Burnet Road adds a social entertainment option close to home for residents who want a group activity that does not require a reservation at a sit-down restaurant. Capital City Comedy Club on Burnet extends the entertainment picture into live performance with a consistent calendar of touring and local comedy acts throughout the week.

Commutes and Transit From North Burnet

MoPac, US-183, and CapMetro Rail

The Met's address at 10101 Metropolitan Drive in the 78758 zip code places it close to two of North Austin's primary highway corridors. MoPac (Loop 1) connects south toward central Austin, Zilker Park, and South Lamar. US-183 connects north toward Cedar Park and east toward the Rundberg and North Loop corridors. 

The North Austin tech corridor — concentrated along the Parmer Lane and US-183 arc — is home to a significant concentration of the city's major technology employers. Apple's campus at 12545 Riata Vista Circle (Apple Domain Northside) is approximately 2.5 miles from The Met. IBM, Dell, and Tesla all maintain operations in the broader North Austin and Round Rock corridor accessible via MoPac and US-183 from The Met's address. The tech employer concentration in this part of the metro is one of the primary reasons the North Burnet residential market has grown as quickly as it has. 

For residents who prefer transit, the CapMetro Rail (Red Line) connects the North Austin corridor to downtown Austin, with the Kramer Station serving the Domain area. From Kramer Station, the Red Line runs south to the Downtown Station at Fourth and Lamar, providing a car-free connection to central Austin for residents who want to use transit for specific days or regular commutes. 

Explore the neighborhood page at The Met for a complete picture of what surrounds the address.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How far is The Met from The Domain?

A: The Met at 10101 Metropolitan Drive in Austin, TX 78758 is approximately 10 minutes from The Domain via Burnet Road. The Domain covers more than 700,000 square feet of shopping, dining, and entertainment in a mixed-use outdoor format. Whole Foods Market, North Italia, Summer Moon Coffee, and Austin FC's Q2 Stadium are all within the same North Austin corridor. 

Q: Can I get to Austin FC games at Q2 Stadium from The Met?

A: Yes. Q2 Stadium at 10414 McKalla Place is approximately 10 minutes from The Met. The 20,738-seat stadium is Austin FC's home ground and hosts MLS matches, international friendlies, and concerts throughout the year. The proximity from The Met makes Q2 a realistic last-minute outing rather than a planned trip. 

Q: What are the commute options from The Met to North Austin's tech employers?

A: MoPac and US-183 are both accessible from The Met's 78758 address and serve the primary North Austin tech corridors. Apple Domain Northside is approximately 2.5 miles from The Met. IBM, Dell, and Tesla maintain operations in the broader North Austin and Round Rock corridor accessible from these routes. The CapMetro Red Line at Kramer Station provides a transit option to downtown Austin for residents who prefer not to drive. 

North Burnet's combination of Domain access, Q2 Stadium proximity, the Walnut Creek trail system, and a direct connection to the North Austin tech corridor makes it one of the more complete live-work-play addresses in the Austin market. The Met at 10101 Metropolitan Drive sits inside that picture. Explore the neighborhood, view available floor plans, or contact the leasing team to schedule a tour.

Key takeaways: 

  • The Met is at 10101 Metropolitan Drive, Austin TX 78758 in North Burnet — approximately 10 minutes from The Domain via Burnet Road 

  • The Domain covers 700,000-plus sq ft of shopping and dining, including Whole Foods, North Italia, Summer Moon Coffee, and lululemon 

  • Q2 Stadium (home of Austin FC, 20,738 seats) is approximately 10 minutes from The Met; hosts MLS, international friendlies, and concerts 

  • Local favorites include Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park (293 acres, 15 miles of trails), Celis Brewery, Top Golf, and Capital City Comedy Club 

  • MoPac and US-183 connect the address to Apple Domain Northside (~2.5 miles), IBM, Dell, and Tesla; CapMetro Red Line at Kramer Station provides downtown transit access