50 Best Bars in Austin

“This is a small, cosy restaurant with a fusion of Mediterranean and Indian flavours using local, seasonal ingredients from Texas. The restaurant offers a four-course prix fixe menu with sophisticated and creative food (Time Out Worldwide) (The Texas Tasty).“

“Fun place to have a drink and start the night for some east austin fun!!“

“Great staff, beautiful lounge and very clean. Great date spot“

“My one year old grandson loving Daddy’s pho💕 Everything sooo tasty, especially # 49, tofu bún.“

“Great spot. Great service.“

“Very very cool bar.Good music. Met a couple of groups who had come for their last days before getting hitched..Met michaele who stands and delivers at the roof top.. a complete rockstar..she punches hard.. see her make some mean cocktail..most of the time she is making four drinks simultaneously like the goddess with 4 hands.Very nice finale to austin. The final goodbye to one of the most amazing places in texas.“

“Had fun catching up with friends here! 🤸🤸🤸“

“Amazing. Must-go location in Austin! They serve up wonderful array of drinks, especially their icy coffee - Irish and otherwise. The Dead Rabbit also does coffee in the morning starting at 7am - their tiramisu coffee is a must have. Great food- their sliders are delicious. Wonderful service in a restaurant and bar with great ambiance. The team at the Dead Rabbit is so kind, considerate and friendly. Reasonable prices for an exceptional experience.“

“This place is an absolute gem. We wanted somewhere we could go grab a drink with our pups while visiting Austin. This place was perfect. Great atmosphere. Reasonable prices. HUGE beer selection and great, varied food menu. They greeted us with treats and water bowls for our pups. Everyone was so nice. They even gave us a magazine of local things to do when they learned we were visiting. We will definitely be coming back before we leave. Love this place“

“We loved the quaint atmosphere and the specialty cocktails. The bar crafters were amazing!!! Check it out!“

“As soon as we walked into Dearest, I knew this was going to be one of my favorite bars in Austin. We’ve been frequenting similar spots throughout our decade of drinking in the city, but this place immediately felt like home. The drinks are a lot of fun, and the staff is incredibly welcoming. Zack, the manager, is the man! The ambiance is fantastic—super Texas, super Austin—with wild, eclectic decor that has its own unique vibe. There’s a hint of something a little edgy, maybe even a touch of dark humor in the design, but it all adds to the charm. The outdoor trailers with misters are a great touch, and the crowd always seems to be having a blast. It’s like hanging out in your backyard with your buddies, but with a cool, late-night twist. And let’s not forget the Mountain Dew—definitely a plus to an already super dope experience!“

“Great drinks with low key atmosphere“

“This place is a whole vibe!“

“Fantastic spot for breakfast or brunch“

“In Austin for the Thanksgiving holiday and this spot is a favorite of my brothers. Just a quick jaunt got us to this little spot with a lot of character, but let's talk about why we're all here, the food. Per my brother you can gauge a good restaurant/bar by how good (if they serve it) their sweet potato fries are and these are a knockout (basically the opposite of a Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson match) and the only dancing that's done is with the fries and their Sriracha Mayo as they wait to enter your mouth hole. Their main burger: The Buffalo Bastrop Burger (as pictured) is a delectable journey from ground sirloin city to the tang of the buffalo then to the bite of the bluest of the cheeses which creates the thrill of the ride releasing a satisfaction guaranteed with no need for a warranty. The Mac n Cheese hits you right in the fun bags with its creamy goodness (think Velveeta esq texture), flavor profile, and extra melted cheese saying, "Hey! You have to get through me first!!" and daggumit I will!! Great spot, great food, you shant be disappointed!!“

“First timer here! Everything was fabulous! From the staff to the atmosphere everything was so good. It’s on the pricey side, but we had a great time and I’d come back!“

“Amazing food. I had an absolute food coma experience. They are top notch and incredibly affordable food and great atmosphere. Highly recommend.“

“Great place went with my husband, services was ok, unit RYAN the bartender attended us and he made it more enjoyable drinks were a hit with him“

“Awesome spot. My brother and I made a reservation while we were in town and it couldn't have been better all around from the music to the cocktails to the food A+ hopefully you go on a night Matt is working he's a great bartender and they are lucky to have him“

“An experience…..a must go to in Austin.“

“A menu that remains solid & dependable yet fresh, rotating flavor with the season, a team that that is present, informed, and always good for a quick friendly convo, with a sublime atmosphere that merges seamlessly into the life of the surrounding neighborhood.“

“We went to Bar Toti to try their all night happy hour on a Monday and it made for a lovely night! It is a small space, very intimate and cute. We sat outside at first before moving inside because of weather and both areas had a lovely ambiance. About the food - I’ll go into detail about each dish we got and why I gave it 3 stars. The hongos a la plancha comes highly recommended from both reviews and staff, however I wished I had gotten something else after trying it. The mushrooms that we were served were not the meaty, scored ones shown in other photos, ours looked and tasted overcooked and were swimming in oil. I don’t think this dish fit my personal tastes as it was mostly just very oily and rich, so if you also dislike those flavors, I don’t recommend it. Also, the burger didn’t live up to the hype for me, as I had heard it was one of the best smash burgers in town and it unfortunately was not a standout to me. I appreciate its uniqueness and the happy hour deal, but it was not exactly well executed - the bun took up most of my bites, it had an overpowering mustard flavor, and I could barely taste the ham. I’ll give them the benefit of the doubt because many other reviews rave about these dishes, so they could’ve just had an off night! We ordered the fries and the focaccia as well, both were good and the focaccia was beautiful but over-salted. The overall flavors of the menu are along the lines of these dishes, quite salty & oily with not much freshness or bright flavors. I’m hoping I’m the exception, but the food wasn’t amazing to me. The service was wonderful, all the staff are very accommodating and friendly! Special thank you to Steven, he was a great server.“

“Great music, and you never do know what fantastic musicians you might find there. This is Austin at its best!“

“Seven grand Austin never fails to amaze. The staff is always friendly, knowledgeable, and willing to help guide with drinks. I will keep coming to this establishment for years to come“

“One of the local OG dive bars in ATX! Great spot to get it some and have a great time!“

“😃What a fantastic place, staff was incredibly nice and friendly, as were the customers!“

“This restaurant in the South Congressional District specialises in Mediterranean flavours and serves classic dishes from Israel, Lebanon, Turkey and Greece. The restaurant's stylish setting is ideal for fine dining and high-end drinks (The Texas Tasty).“

“If you’re looking for an unforgettable dining experience in Austin, Kalimotxo is the place to be! From the moment you walk in, the vibrant atmosphere and modern decor set the stage for an incredible evening. The menu is a creative blend of Spanish-inspired dishes packed with bold flavors and artful presentation.

We loved everything we tried on the menu, particularly the tasty patatas bravas, a superb grilled fish with pil pil sauce, and the pork Milanese finished table side, all perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. A beautiful array of cocktails pair beautifully with their tapas.

The service was top-notch, with friendly staff who were attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. Our waiter made excellent recommendations and truly enhanced our experience.

Whether on a date night or out with friends, Kalimotxo offers a unique and memorable dining adventure. It’s the perfect spot for delicious food, terrific drinks, and great vibes. I can’t wait to come back! Highly recommend!“

“Nice chill spot to kick it“

“Friendly atmosphere and staff. Delicious hamburgers and the sriracha Cole slaw was very flavorful. Good music too!“

“This is my FAV place in Austin to date. I love the atmosphere and the staff is always on point.“

“Delicious BBQ! Great ambiance and service!“

“Very cool neighborhood bar. It seems like a “dive” bar from outside, but it’s a very classy and well-kept bar. The music they had on was so relaxing and chill. We really appreciated the ambiance and ability to comfortably visit with the bar tender. He was very personable and made great drinks. The happy hour goes til 7:00, which is hard to find in Austin. We don’t live on the east side, but will definitely be back.“

“Best neighborhood bar in Austin. The service is exceptional if you know what you want. It's too crowded at times for boneheads that don't know how to order. The food is from Pool Burger downstairs which has an exceptional veggie burger if you have one of "those" in your group. Go there and share a pitcher with friends. Plus, they have White Claws.“

“EsTa Bonito“

“Easiest 5 star review I've ever written. Michael and his team went out of their way to host the afterparty for our wedding and it was one of the highlights of the night. Our friends couldn't believe it when the busses pulled up to the bar and the entire staff made us feel welcome. Will obviously be back.“

“Great variety of beer selections on tap“

“We were in town visiting Austin for the new years holiday and stumbled across kung fu and were blown away by the amazing staff & service. As outsiders visiting a new city, the staff made us feel so at home with the delicious drinks and great conversation. From the front door man to the speak easy.. all the staff is amazing!! My favorite bar in Austin.. HANDS DOWN!! Shout out to Maya, Jared, Celine, Myron & the rest of the the team!“

“Great selection and Service“

“Really enjoyed this! The only reason for 4 stars is there were a couple of dishes that weren't as delicious as the others. Highly recommend the Ants on a Log salad. The MASH game on the back of the menu makes for a great date activity.“

“We came here on our last day of vacation on a bit of a downer because we were at the end of our trip but this bar put us in a jubilant mood.

The staff are exceptional. Extremely friendly and a proper laugh.

Excellent drinks selection (including cider which was a bit harder to come by) and the hazy IPA on draught was delicious.

Great music on the jukebox too!

Also, we were struggling to find a pool table that was open in the day and this bar has two great tables on the first floor.

We will be coming back here next time we are in town, thanks guys!“

“Visited Austin over the holiday, with furbaby in tow. Great relaxing place to have a cocktail where we could bring along the pup. The cocktails were incredible. Went home with a bottle of Fierce Whiskers Distillery bourbon. learned later the served the holiday old fashioned with craft ice from FAT ICE.“

“I crave this place ALL the time. Every single thing on their menu is very tasty. Bahn Mi Breakfast Burger and potato salad, with a ribeye Bloody Mary always cures my hangovers. Fiancé frequently gets the pork belly bahn mi and absolutely loves it. I love this place so much and will continue to supporting them with our patronage. I almost want to even offer my professional photography services to the owner because I love lifting up local businesses I genuinely want to support and see thrive!“

“Boujee and delicious. Amazing atmosphere. Beautiful food and peops“

“Marlow is a chill, vibe-y joint with craft drinks located in the Waller Creek greenway near the convention center. Definitely a change from the raucous 6th street party scene a few blocks away. A good spot for couples, professionals, locals and tourists alike. Make sure to check out the food trailer on their patio!“

“This establishment is a must visit. The food and atmosphere is wonderful. The food is great and the service is top notch. Review by Gabriel A Culiat“

“My new favorite spot in Austin for coffee and cocktails! Great drinks and a great time!“

“Haven't tried the food yet but the cocktails are top notch! Great select of premium liquor plus beer and wine. Bobo's has that Austin vibe from when Austin was still cool. We LOVE this place. We find ourselves wanting to go even when they are closed. You must try this relaxed, awesome place for drinks and then some.“

“Friendly staff! Great beers!“