46 Best Cocktail Bars in Austin

“A great spot and fun atmosphere.“

“Great mix of cocktails. I tried a variety of their cocktails and each was perfectly balanced.“

“We have always LOVED HNT! We came here for a lot of celebrations when me and my husband were dating, engaged and married. The drinks are amazing and the service is incredible.
Some general feedback is we have never felt rushed here but this time we did. First off our drinks took awhile which didn’t feel normal for them. I saw one of our drinks sitting there for a while. The check was brought 15 minutes early but we wanted to order one more drink that we get to share everytime we come here! Then… at 6:58 we were told we needed to leave (our reservation ended at 7!) we were just chatting for one minute and we knew our time was almost up but to be told “we need this table asap” was pretty weird, we’ve probably been here more than 20 times and this is the first time I would say we felt rushed and it left us feeling bummed because it felt rude from a place we’ve come to love for so many years. We will definitely keep coming but think that’s definitely an area of improvement! It sucks to feel rushed. We knew our reservation was ending and in all our years coming we’ve never been rushed like that.“

“So good !!! Highly recommend!!!“

“My wife and I had the best experience here for my birthday lunch, I'm so glad we chose this restaurant to eat at while in town for the Austin FC match! I can't say enough about the staff and the owner Joel who went out of his way to be extremely kind to us. Not to mention the food and drinks were so good. We'll definitely be back!“

“Food was delicious and the atmosphere was amazing!“

“I love the small intimate atmosphere. I love the vibe of walking into this secret room through the back alley. So cool. I do wish they had appetizers to go along with the drinks. It’s just a sip and chill place. So eat before you enter.“

“Definitely worth a visit at least once! Soulful meal and service experience.“

“Great selection and Service“

“Thanks!! We’ll miss your delicious food and presence in the neighborhood“

“Nice chill spot to kick it“

“Supercool spot 🖤🤘😎🎶🤪👏 July 23rd, Saturday night with friends and bands: Stuck on 45, Morocco, Cruel Summer TX. KilLRrr night…“

“Happy we went! I've lived in Austin for over 3 years and had always heard about it but never went. Drinks were reasonably priced given how well they were crafted. Will def be back!! Wish they had some more substantial food but I get the vibe it makes sense why it's limited but overall I enjoyed“

“Great Food and awesome ambiance.“

“This place is amazing it’s a breath of fresh air“

“Amazing atmosphere along with amazing food 10 out of 10 !!“

“Wow! What a cool hotel! AND noon checkout?!!! Sweet! I’ll be back!“

“I love this place specially the staff because they are kindness, polait and be able to support you with resources that you need A+ to Ashlyn , Kelly and the manager Howie for helping me when I really need it .Also, Alexia always have a smile to the customer.You will feel at home .Nice place to stay and enjoy the art and 🎶. Close to Good restaraunts including vegetarian food , pharmacy and grocery store too. Also, near to museums, capitol state ,and bus stop, stop thinking twice. Price are incredible!😊“

“It’s Wutang night or 90s R&B/Hip Hop night? Either way I’m compelled to leave a review post kaytranada show bc it’s exactly what I wanted without knowing.

The seasonal cocktails overdelivered and I’m very impressed with the complex flavors that somehow stay rounded. I’m drinking something that tastes like vanilla cake frosting and I love it??? My previous drink had cacao, sarsaparilla, whiskey. The bartender is obviously talented and gives good energy.

Also +1000 for the fun Halloween decor I love it ? ??‍♀️ ? I did have a hot dog and nothing special - it gave what it needed to give“

“Kalimotxo is a true culinary gem in Austin. I was so grateful when my friend hosted a dinner here. The service was incredible from start to finish warm, attentive, and genuinely knowledgeable. Every dish delivered deep, rich, vibrant flavors with beautiful plating.

A few top picks

Clear as Day Cocktail***
The Tomato Salad
Shisito Peppers
Texas Wagyu Ribeye***
Tuna Crudo
Blistered Cheesecake

Each presentation felt like art. The cocktails were just as impressive balanced, creative, and absolutely delicious despite insisting that I would have one I failed! The way they are able to get the ice so clear in the clear as day cocktail is still unbelievable to me. If you’re an mezcal fan you have to order it. I also had a delicious glass of wine. This is a must-visit for anyone who loves a dining experience that dazzles and impresses on every level. Book your reservation today! Trust me.“

“Amazing staff. They made one of my favorite go to drinks. Colorado Bulldog. I had the Loaded Italian sandwich and the bread to meat to cheese to vegetable ratio was perfect.“

“I really recommend Juicy Claws 🦞 they have excellent food a lot of options it’s delicious 🤤 and the great thing about it it’s that even they’re a seafood restaurant it’s not fishy smelly 😅 so am glad 😃“

“We had a blast performing there. Bar tenders were awesome“

“Amazing is the only way to describe it.“

“Welcoming spot! I enjoyed my first time! Thank you!“

“Easily the best Vietnamese restaurant I've ever eaten in in the United States - from the 24 hour cooked broth for Phó to the short rib curry or the ribeye fried rice - incredible food, quality, consistency, and presentation for the entire time we've been eating there. This is a gem of a restaurant, also an incredible menu that is the intersection of some classic Indo Chinese flavors“

“We had a wonderful time at our afternoon tea service. The tea was good the food was delicious, and the environment was really charming. Our only complaint was the table was a bit small to accommodate the tea, the tier, the plates and cups. We enjoyed our time and will be coming back again!“

“I was visiting for a conference, and spent a few evenings here. Jordan and Jesse were both fantastic bartenders, offering drink suggestions and local information. And they both poured an excellent drink (and somehow remembered the names if all of us wild and crazy radio people!). All around awesome service!“

“Great place to eat watch games or and chill all around great ppl in and outside“

“Bradley is the goat, this is where you come if you want an amazing happy hour with an even better bar tender. First time here and the vibes are so high. Incredible, give this man a raise because his energy is everything. My photos don’t even do it justice. Bless Bradley fr, he turned my day around.“

“So fun!! My girls have such a fun time at the kids karaoke 🎤!!!“

“Amazing experience from start to finish! The service was excellent, the atmosphere was welcoming, and everything was handled with care and professionalism. Isa was especially helpful and made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend this place, will definitely be coming back!“

“Great drinks! Great staff! Great atmosphere! Great music!“

“My fiancé and I stopped by for brunch and were so impressed — I’ve never rated a place 10/10 before, but this one absolutely deserves it! The food was incredible — my fiancé had the steak and eggs, and I had the Day Maker Classic. Both were perfectly cooked and full of flavor. We also shared a side of pancakes, which were fluffy, delicious, and honestly some of the best I’ve had.

The coffee was amazing too — rich and smooth, not bitter at all. Our server (I believe his name was Ryan or Bryan) was super friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better.

Everything from the food to the service and atmosphere was perfect. We’ll definitely be coming back! Highly recommend this spot to anyone visiting Austin. ☕🥞🍳“

“great customer service and A++ quality“

“The was the first time checking out the bar. I'm glad a 90s group was performing there that night cause it was good music to listen too while chilling with a friend. I liked the seating area as well. Even though I didn't dance the dance floor was a decent size.“

“Chris and Randy really helped us make our annual spring client event a success. Lovebirds is a super cute place with a great combination of indoor and outdoor space and creative cocktails. The photo booth was a hit and they're flexibility with letting us posts a lot of our branding around the room was super helpful. Our Guests loved the location.“

“The food was incredibly delicious, but the prices were pretty steep for a portion that could barely fill you up.

I would love to come back but a $12 drink needs to be taller than a kid’s cup portion for me to want to do so!“

“Great company, prompt service and great communication through the entire process“

“Went for New Year's Eve. Overall, the night was good. We were seated by a table who had obviously been drinking. Very loud, but that may have been the specific evening. Food was very good, almost all dishes were exceptional. Service was outstanding. Felt sorry for our server who was hit on by the next table whenever their dates went to the bathroom. Will go back again another night to see if it was a one off“

“That's great. Where is this?“

“We visited Moonshine Bar & Grill this weekend, and I can honestly say it exceeded every expectation. From the moment the food arrived, it was clear we were in for something special—chef’s kiss doesn’t even begin to cover it! Every dish was perfectly prepared, full of flavor, and clearly made with care and excellence. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, the service was attentive, and the overall experience was simply top-tier. This is the kind of place that reminds you why great food and great hospitality matter. 10 out of 10— We will absolutely be recommending Moonshine Bar & Grill and can’t wait to return! 🍽️✨“

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

“Loved the drink menu, every cocktail was delicious and so well made. The menu itself is fun and creative.“

“The hummus is wonderful and transported me to the Mediterranean, The Falafel is crunchy on the outside soft on the inside and taste so good. The brunch bagel is fresh and tasty. Service is great 11/10. Highly recommend you will not regret eating here, and there's a good chance you'll become a regular.“