Sofia Papastamelos: Service here is super nice. Can’t go wrong with any of the burgers! Boozy milkshakes are decadent and delicious.
Gerardo Canavati: I loved this location, we had the fries (always a must), a couple of local craft beers, and a Good Night burger (benefits charity and tastes delicious). Free Parking available at the garage next door.
Donyiel Davis: Truffle fries & Llano Poblano burger
4. June's
8.3
1722 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX
French Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 23 tips and reviews
Jeremy Gray: Tasty boozy beverage of the day and a unique brunch menu
Ortho One: Breakfast is amazing! Love the brownie with marshmallow topping, matzo caldo, croque, crepe with cheese, crispy bacon and egg. Yummy! They have a dog friendly patio too!
AmateurConcierge: Yooo love this spot. Great DJ on saturdays. Excelllent wine list. Food is decent. Note the salmon Nicoise is deconstructed and jambon sandwich is on sourdough NOT baguette
IFC: Austin: It is a part of the boozy fabric of old Austin where young lovers and old timers come to dance the Texas two-step to the best live country, folk and Americana in Austin. - IFC Staff
Pearson - Always Learning: Music lounge with lots of Austin history. Blues, rock, jazz, country. Enjoy the atomosphere & the intimate setting.
Austin Chronicle: As Austin as bongs and ping pong, the Continental Club is a haven for bikers, hot mamas, New Age greasers, and tourists alike, hosting local rip-roarers and touring roots-rockers.
6. The Elephant Room
8.8
315 Congress Ave (at 3rd St.), Austin, TX
Jazz and Blues Venue · Downtown Austin · 72 tips and reviews
James Fiero: Excellent venue, chill atmosphere, good strong drinks, awesome music! What more could you want
Matt Giardina: By far the best place for jazz in Austin.
Jerrell Bell: This place has friendly waitresses and personable bartenders;treat them right and your frothy beverage is waiting for you when you sit down
Carlos Schuler: This SoCo treasure is a very cute indoor outdoor diner with unique boozy drinks, very authentic Mexican food, and friendly, helpful staff! One of the best Chile Relleno’s in town.
Andrew C: Cute diner-ish style restaurant, attached to some hotel - right in the heart of South Congress... mostly Mexican cuisine with some American tastes -- drinks were strong + food was hot and delicious!!!
Frankie M: Food was good, but overpriced. We split and entree and appetizer and my date had a margarita and it was $57! Too pricey for what it is.
8. Whisler's
8.9
1816 E 6th St (at Chicon St), Austin, TX
Cocktail Bar · 81 tips and reviews
OkCupid Daters' Choice: Whisler's was voted the Best Boozy Date Spot by OkCupid users in the first-ever Daters' Choice Awards! Tap Read more for additional date spot categories in Austin. #daterschoice Read more.
José Ducós: Excellently made craft cocktails and a tiny, fully stocked, Mezcal bar on the second floor. Ask for a mezcal tasting so you can really get a better appreciation for the liquor.
Thrillist: The perfect outdoor drinking destination. Nothing beats watching the sunset with a frosty drink in hand.
Eric L: Great cocktails. Get the Sofia (boozy)! Best part is the laid-back, cozy atmosphere. And getting there through a bookshelf.
Tom Inglesias: A hidden speakeasy set inside Austin’s oldest standing fire station - a popular spot for locals and tourists who know where to look. Check more here: http://supper.mx/places/firehouse-lounge-austin/
Social News Network: Go there on Monday's, Half off whiskey from 5-8pm! Awesome!
12. Irene's
7.8
506 West Ave, Austin, TX
Diner · Downtown Austin · 28 tips and reviews
Eater: The menu consists of easygoing familiar foods, like toasts, steaks, and meatball subs. The drinks section is full of cocktails, whiskeys, and sharable boozy rum or sangria punches. Read more.
Jessica: Grilled cheese, veggie sandwich, strawberry cake, and drinks at Irene's are all phenomenal. Great atmosphere with friendly staff, and an even cooler owner!
Diana Balakirov: Nurture your need for nostalgia with the feel-good atmosphere of this classic creation. Snack away on fresh popcorn and a hummus plate, grab a seasonal whoopie pie to-go or check out the specials.
13. Midnight Cowboy
8.5
313 E 6th St, Austin, TX
Speakeasy · Downtown Austin · 76 tips and reviews
Camille G: ask them to customize a drink by telling your bartender your cocktail preferences: type of liquor, booziness, citrus level, herbaceousness
Jenny Stewart: A hidden gem. Delicious (and strong) craft cocktails in an intimate setting. The building has an interesting story! Bookable small rooms out back for 5-8 people, plus they have a small terrace.
Kyle Bunch: How can you go wrong with a former massage parlor/brothel converted to a speakeasy from the people behind the Drafthouse? NOTE: Have to visit midnightcowboymodeling.com for reservations.
14. The Driskill Bar
8.7
604 Brazos St (6th St), Austin, TX
Hotel Bar · Downtown Austin · 117 tips and reviews
Eric Andersen: Need a strong drink after a long day? Order the LDM, vodka martini. Mmm.
Lesley Robinson: Classy Cowboy decor! Great place to grab a drink and plan the rest of your night.
Visit Austin: The Driskill bar serves up the Batini! Roll like a cattle barron at this landmark of Texas hospitality. Since 1886 the Driskill has offered luxury and great service. Just don’t longboard in the lobby.