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- ℳ𝒶𝓎♍October 29, 2015Absolute class of Austin upstairs in the back at The Driskill. A super Texas-themed decor with cow fur tables and chairs. Real upscale big city vibe, just far enough away from the dirty 6th chaosUpvoted 1 week ago
- Miriam GoldmanJanuary 23, 2015Try one of their three cocktails with St. Germaine's. It's an amazing elderflower liqueur whose taste will haunt you (in a good way!) forever!
- Chris PetesciaMarch 12, 2014I was largely a vegetarian until, in a happy buzz from the blackberry smash cocktails, I sampled the bacon-wrapped dates. There's no way to ever to back after having tried them. #love
- Sarah HibbardDecember 27, 2018One of the most historic places in Austin it's so surprise their menu is one of a kind, keeping things original! Being right of 6th Street The Bar in The Driskill is a great place for live music!
- OkCupid Daters' ChoiceJuly 13, 2017The Driskill Bar was voted the Best Classic 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
- Pearson - Always LearningFebruary 28, 2014Oldest hotel in town (Built in 1886) Elegant & classy, but fun! The Bar is worth a trip. Bartenders are lifers and have all been there 10+ years
- If you spend enough evenings here, you're guaranteed to have a celebrity sighting. On crowded nights it's approximately 30 degrees warmer near the bar and you will sweat profusely.
- Charles BMarch 15, 2012wanna come back and visit this great spot on a non-SXSW day, bet its a great place to catch up over a cocktail or 5.
- Tom InglesiasMarch 16, 2015HISTORIC AUSTIN HOTEL BAR AND KITCHEN RENOWNED FOR ITS HI-END SOUTHERN FOOD AND QUALITY DRINKS. Found it here: http://supper.mx/places/the-driskill-bar-grill-austin/
- Nicholas GiovanniMarch 24, 2015Nice elegant atmosphere with great drinks. Little pricey but worth it.
- emily chenSeptember 2, 2014the history of this place is quite interesting. check it out. feels like you are transported back in time.
- Kyle BunchMarch 7, 2012You're joining a long list of celebrities and politicians when you belly up for a beverage here. And rumor has it LBJ's ghost is still wandering the hotel, so you've got that going for you.
- Visit AustinNovember 4, 2011The 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.
- Social News NetworkJune 28, 2012This is one of the classiest bars in Austin. Go during happy hour for cheap appetizers and drinks, otherwise expect to pay a little extra for the nice atmosphere!
- MatthewOctober 13, 2012Surprisingly, the hotel bar at the Driskill is legitimately great. The bar staff is knowledgeable and courteous, and you can get a delicious cocktail for a reasonable price.
- Larry LaBurrJuly 6, 2015The Moscow Mule is the drink of choice I hear, and the bar itself is pleasant and has plenty of seats. Wonderful bathrooms too!
- Moe DexlerNovember 14, 2014Very cool old hotel. The perfect place to throw back an adult beverage and be thought if as the coolest person in town.
- Maggie C PerkinsMarch 19, 2017Grab a burger at the bar, enjoy a classic rita, and people watch for days.
- JenniferJuly 23, 2012Celebrating an important occasion and need a cake? Buy from the Driskill Bakery downstairs and avoid the $15 cake-cutting fee. Sweets & cocktails - a match made in heaven.
- Elizabeth HallAugust 15, 2015So much to love at Austin's oldest hotel including happy hour specials in the bar with live music daily!
- Kevin SkobacMarch 20, 2015I'm told ordering the chips & queso is a touristy thing, but so is hanging out at the Driskell hotel bar, and it's still awesome
- Sonja RümenappMarch 13, 2013You can also order cocktails which are not on the drink menu. The Bloody Mary tasts extremly good.
- Paul CanterburyMarch 16, 2016Great bar with fantastic atmosphere and I've always meet interesting people here during SXSW
- Steve GriersonFebruary 12, 2018Surprising good happy hour specials. Bartenders made my drinks strong too, which is a plus.
- Suri RJanuary 3, 2014Must-visit. Bartenders do the classics justice, the decor is stately, and at night there's live piano.
- Lesley RobinsonDecember 29, 2015Classy Cowboy decor! Great place to grab a drink and plan the rest of your night.
- Eric AndersenFebruary 22, 2013Need a strong drink after a long day? Order the LDM, vodka martini. Mmm.
- Rachel YouensMay 7, 2012Um, that really attractive girl shamelessly hitting on you? Might be a hooker. I've seen them on the prowl here more than a few times and heard some interesting stories.
- Gordon RealTVfilms VasquezMarch 9, 2012The baked brie and Batini are a must:-). Wrapped dates and lobster tacos will make that hottie ask for ur room key
- The best combination: Chimay, Baked Brie and the 1886 Beignets!
- Jordan LampeMarch 9, 2013The driskell sxsw hack: Avoid the line. Take elevator near front desk to mezzanine. Walk straight. Walk down stairs to bar.
- Avery EpsteinFebruary 19, 2015oldest hotel in Texas and supposedly haunted, its really pretty and quintessential Texas
- MashableMarch 8, 2011Into tech celebrity spotting? You'll be sure to "run into" a few web celebrities here. Just don't make it look like you're stalking them, which you are. - Royal Frasier
- Nishant SharmaJuly 16, 2022Service is like that of a dive bar. The waitresses don't clear tables after people leave and you have to walk to the bar to order a drink coz nobody will come to you or bring you the drink.