Okay, I may never have posted a review for a sky club, but our experience at this one was standout…read more We love the ones in LA, NY, etc. but Austin was a surprise! It's a small lounge, but the ambience is great - modern and well thought out. The little outdoor space is cute and great for nice weather days. Servers behind the bar and food counters were friendly and upbeat. The food was surprisingly good! They had a much better selection of fresh veggies and salad bar items than we've seen at other Sky clubs. The food was always coming out hot and fresh. Would make it a point to come here every time we are at this airport in the future.

Anyone who's read some of my reviews knows I'm a NYC girl. And Laguardia is my favorite airport…read more And they have been named as the best Delta Sky Club in the country. And the lounge is beautiful. Tall windows, lots of marble, high ceilings. And it probably is the best in the country. But I was actually amazed at how nice the Austin lounge was and how much I liked it compared. Though smaller than the LGA lounge and not as shiny as Chicago, it is modern and updated. It seems pretty perfect for a quirky south/western town like Austin. Several seating options, most of them in front of large windows. Big, open eating area. And the best of all, they have an outdoor lounge with big screen TVs. If you can handle some plane noise and a little jet fuel, it's a great place to enjoy some soft Texas breezes. The buffet here is one of the better ones I've experienced as well. Lots of cool dips, corn salads, veggies. Also offers things like grilled chicken. Wasn't crowded at all on a Tuesday and everyone was spaced out. Didn't feel cramped or busy at all. And the attendants at the front were super nice and welcoming. This is one of my favorite lounge experiences.

On a recent trip all 4 of us joked that when we got through security we would need to verify that…read moreour gate was really there. Lo and behold our gate was right across from the Departure Lounge. The DP has a good sized bar, some high tops and a tables. We scored two tables adjacent to the concourse and as expected this location is great for people watching. Lite food offerings are also available. Our cocktails were surprisingly hefty and our better half's were raving about their Palomas. Even though they were very busy table service was excellent. Like every other airport venue prices are high but hey c'est la vie.

I fly through here a few times a year & have always had good experiences. Today I ordered an…read moreextra-dry martini (no vermouth) and got extra vermouth and clearly specified I wanted no vermouth. Server brought the new drink back and said she put just a little vermouth in this time. Tolerable, but frustrating. Decided to try the pulled bbq brisket grilled cheese. Sandwich is warmed in the oven, not toasted or grilled. Brisket was chopped with sauce on the side. When I questioned it, I was told that's how it comes, so I asked for silverware and a napkin so I could at least eat the filling, was again told "that's how it comes" and the waitress walked away. Then had to ask to cash out 3 times & the bartender still wouldn't run my card and made the server do it. Very disappointing experience and service.

The Admirals Club offers a welcome respite from the madness of the airport. It is relatively quiet,…read morewith dedicated work stations available in the back. In addition to coffee and tea, there is a full bar and self-service water. There is a selection of hot food items as well as things like hummus, olives, cheese, etc. They also offer a selection of pastry bites. Staff is available to assist with your AA flight, answer questions & ensure an enjoyable experience. The club (& restrooms) are kept clean although it is rather dated. A renovation is already planned so improvements coming soon!

It's small but checks the boxes. Work area, nice restrooms, food, drinks, a little space to relax…read moreas long as it isn't crowded as it can sometimes become. Multiple families traveling with children they were able to feed and relax before their flight/s. When the expansion is finished, hopefully, there will be a larger club but given the current business climate AA may opt not to, we shall see.

Back again. Feels like a second home. The wonderful ladies at the front know me by name. Food is…read moregenerally the same for breakfast, but they did have BACON! this time. I love how quiet it is in the morning.

The Austin airport needs an expansion...stat. So chaotic all the time…read more I usually fly United and have used this lounge which is just OK on a regular basis.

Parking in short term lot was easy. Found a great spot near the elevators…read more Easy to pick up my frond. Easy to cash out of the parking garage. And we were off to hit the highway. Always pick up my friend with a sign so she can find me in a crowd. Eyes aren't what they used to be.

This airport needs either an AMEX Centurion Lounge or else a Chase Sapphire Reserve lounge. There's…read morea Delta and United lounge, but those are pretty much your only two options. If you're flying Southwest, as most travelers probably do in and out of here, your only food options are inside the terminal. On that note, if you're hungry and lounge-less like I was, Salt Lick BBQ is the best value option. You can get a 3 meat BBQ combo with 4 sides for $27. You won't find that kind of deal in downtown Austin, let alone any other food spot at the airport. There are only 34 gates and the TSA line moved pretty quickly, even during a government shutdown, so there's no need to arrive here too early.

Ummm I hope you all don't think I'm giving this private tarmac anything but 5 stars…read more When on a private tarmac there's rules you must follow. 1. Wait for them to open the gate. 2. Personnel will come and give you instructions. 3. The procedure is once inside the gate you put on your flashers. 4. Drive no more than 10 miles per hour. 5. Personnel will guide you waaaay around the aircrafts like they do when planes land. 6. Typically drivers don't get off the bus, personnel will unload your bus. 7. Once passengers and luggage are offloaded, you take the same path you came in. I love private plane passengers...they tip the driver:)))

Nice visit there today, friendly staff, clean facility and kind loan of the crew car for my wife's…read moredoctor appointment. $40 facility fee and $10 security charge is about standard for the busier airports.

Last night was my second time in the past year going to Eddie V's for their fantastic happy hour…read morewith my friend! It's becoming our after work spot to grab a bite before going to a concert. I've still only gotten the Mini Filet Sandwiches which is center cut filet mignon on toasted brioche buns, Shaft's blue cheese, and onion Jam. I think I even got the same drink last time, the Spicy Margarita with El Jimador Tequila, Patrón Citrónge, fresh lime, jalapeño. It's so good! And the filet minon is $12 and the drink is $10. Even the free bread and butter is amazing sourdough with something added to the butter (maybe cinnamon, I'm not sure). We always just go casual and sit at the bar which is dark and moody but with friendly staff at the place that is typically a fancier dining experience. Go to their website and look at the whole menu for the Happy Hour which is 4p-6:30p every day of the week.

They have a happy hour menu and drinks 4-6 High top and low…read moreseating around bar but need to check with hostess Bar first come first serve seemed to be a lot of regulars Bit noisy but bar atmosphere There is an open kitchen and quieter dinning room Reservations recommended Server very attentive

I made a reservation for 4 last Thursday evening for myself and 3 of my college friends who were in…read moretown for our annual reunion. I had hoped we would get an outdoor table to appreciate the view but all tables were booked when I made the reservation and were still booked when we got there a bit early. It was also overcast that day. Even though we were a bit early, they were able to seat us quickly. We ended up just having drinks and one side item (yummy squash dish). We made the decision to leave before a full meal because the menu wasn't as vegetarian and gluten free friendly as we'd thought it might be. Danny was our waiter and he was very understanding! He gave us several great drink recommendations. We all very much enjoyed our cocktails and mocktail with a side appetizer of squash. We appreciated the discount on valet parking if you eat at Nido and get your ticket validated. I'm sure I'll be back here on a sunny day and book far enough in advance to sit outside.

Nido has a beautiful atmosphere, and the rooftop views overlooking downtown Austin are definitely…read morethe highlight. It's a great spot for drinks. The cocktails were delicious, although definitely on the pricey side. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the setting. The portions were extremely small, and the prices felt very steep for both the quality and the amount served. While the presentation was nice, the taste simply didn't justify the cost. On top of that, having to pay $15 for valet added even more to an already expensive evening. Overall, Nido is worth visiting once for the views and a cocktail, but I personally wouldn't return for dinner. There are plenty of other spots in Austin that offer much better value for the price.

Visited for a concert this past weekend and would definitely come back for a night out or another…read moreevent! Plenty of outdoor seating (some with heaters on a cold night, some shaded for food/drinks during the day), and pretty much everything you need from a food/drink option. Bar lines moved quickly, and though we didn't get to try the food trucks on this visit (seemed like a pizza and bbq choice), they looked great! Not a lot of parking for such a large capacity venue (I'd guess this can easily host 1,000+ between indoor and outdoor standing room). Would recommend you plan a rideshare in advance!

Really cool spot but the bartender was rude. Asked for a sample of the frozen margarita drink and…read morehis response was "have you never had a frozen margarita before" in a very condescending manner. We were going to order more drinks but after this uncomfortable encounter we were one and done. Atmosphere is nice, lots of space, dog friendly, TVs with sports on everywhere and one large screen for the main games. Loved the BBQ food truck too. Great brisket sandwich and onion rings.

I may be late to casual personal events but when it comes to air travel, call me Early Bird. I…read moreleave nothing to chance when it comes to dealing with airport security & logistics snafus that can add uncertainty to getting on the plane on time. The hidden benefit is that I often have lots of extra time to stroll the concourse, get some steps in & blood flow going, and check out the interesting innovations, public art installations, and local flavor of the airports on my itinerary. Imagine my delight to find this little pocket of whimsy at the east end of the Barbara Jordan Terminal near Gate 14 (as if you're headed toward Delta and the Public Patio). The first indication of mystery is the infinity symbol on an overhead sign that would otherwise name a vendor or amenity. I simply had to stop & check it out. Procedure: Look at all the creative decor and signage. Smile. Step up to the kiosk, answer the questions, and generate your boarding pass (only virtual now, after originally being printable). Imagine yourself phasing through the physical barriers of reality into a different dimension of space & time! Verdict: Fun for all ages of folks with a good imagination, sense of humor, and decent reading habit in the sci-fi and fantasy genre. Cost: Zero dollars and just a few moments of time. Worth it!

This was cool for a minute, but is this really the best use of space at the airport? We're going to…read morewaste a row of chairs at that gate for half chairs because.... art? I'm over it, sorry.