Really enjoyed trying some wines here!…read more They seem to carry mostly (if not only) Texas wines and the bartender told us in depth on what we were tasting. I would definitely come back here!

Rating: 3.1/5 We…read moretried The Austin Winery on two different occasions, and both times their wine was just okay or not good. The first time was a wine flight we had catered at our apartment, while the second time, we visited in person with a group of friends. Honestly, the wines we buy from Costco taste better. We did the $20 wine tasting flight where you get to choose 3 from the menu. The pros are that it's cheap and they give generous pours, but the con is that the wines don't taste good. Thank goodness I shared with my husband because I wouldn't have been able to finish it myself. 1. Picpoul Blanc: One Elm Vineyards - High Plains white wine with notes of lemongrass, pink lemonade, and raspberry. It was okay. 2. Aqua Pazza - High Plains/High Country orange wine with notes of apricot, candied lemon, and orange zest. It tasted like a bitter citrus wine and was our least favorite of the wines we tried. 3. GSM: Salt Lick Vineyards - Hill Country chilled red wine with notes of mint berry crunch and herbal. I think we prefer non-chilled red wine, since the tannins were super muted, but the cold temperature does make it more enjoyable on a hot day. Lavender Haze ($15): This is a wine cocktail made with Ocho, lemon, lavender simple syrup, topped with Rambler, and garnished with a lemon wheel. Ocho is a Salt Lick Vineyards - Hill Country white wine with soft lychee, beeswax, and freshly minted bills. It's a light and bright wine cocktail that's great for an afternoon drink. Bread With Oil & Balsamic Reduction ($6): You definitely need to dip the bread in the balsamic reduction; otherwise, the bread is just so bland by itself. Recommend getting the shareables instead, since the bread doesn't really add anything to the wine tasting. Our friends got the charcuterie, and the meat, cheese, and fig really helped us get through the wine flight.

Came here for the Holly Jolly Holiday event and absolutely loved the decor, atmosphere, and spiked…read moreholiday drinks! Tickets were reasonably priced and you absolutely felt the jolly holiday spirit with all the decor. Absolutely loved the spiked hot chocolate (it was absolutely amazing- I had to get two). Friendly service and great vibes. Definitely recommend going for the holiday event!

Went to a wedding at this venue. So surprised to walk in and it transported me to an art gallery…read more Walls are covered with modern art. Interesting visuals,bright colors. The space is large with many different rooms decorated well. Clean and spacious. The wine and beer list is extensive- did not eat any food because the hosts had it catered. People were friendly and helpful with service.

I absolutely love this space! It has such a beautiful, cozy atmosphere with definite speakeasy…read morevibes. They offer a great weekday happy hour from 3-6 PM that includes house wines and small bites. We especially enjoy the marinated olives and the bread and butter. Mimi, our sommelier, was incredible and really was the highlight of our visit! She was kind, knowledgeable about all things wine, and personable. We love visiting for the excellent wines, welcoming service, and relaxed ambiance!

A great wine bar with an excellent selection and knowledgeable staff. I've been coming here for a…read morefew years, and while other places in the area can get quite loud, this spot remains calm and quiet--a perfect escape. It truly feels like a hidden gem. They also host a "Wine Down" event from time to time, which is a lot of fun. That said, I especially appreciate being able to enjoy the peaceful, relaxed atmosphere the bar is known for.

This is such a cute little venue. This is my second time getting invited to this event. It's very…read morecute you book it with time and they do like a whole little set up placement for you and your friends so you can try all the types of wines that they have and they give you small little charcuterie boards. It's very nice because the person that you get is very knowledged on the wines and let you know the flavors and the notes and what it's good to be paired with and what it's made with and everything like that. I definitely love their rosé and their Pinot Grigio. This is a perfect girls night. At the end they let you have a glass of your favorite wine and also purchase a box of it with a nice discount.

I cannot recommend BOXT any higher. If Yelp had more stars than 5, I would give them…read more 1st of all, the wine is amazing. No sugar and no bad additives. Each BOXT equals 4 bottles and is compostable. I've tried all the flavors, and #1 is my favorite. It's very light and completely refreshing.  A truly delightful white wine. I'm a hard-core red drinker and BOXT has sold me on A WHITE! Today it was hand-delivered to my home. I received a text the day before with a very specific time (12:43) when my wine would be delivered, +/- 30 minutes.  Crazy! Not 12:45; not 12:40. The driver texted me he was on his way and then I was sent a tracking link. They have deliveries down tight. The delivery driver was friendly and told me about my wine when he handed it over. When I mentioned I can't recall which red I like, he tried to help me figure it out. Talk about service! Also, when asked, told me he really loved his job. I have no doubt! I am sold on this fabulous, Austin-based, woman-owned business.  Please support BOXT!

Very pleasant addition to the downtown scene! This is a perfect place to house an expanding…read morepersonal collection of wine. First and foremost a wine storage facility grown into a tasting lounge and concierge service. Vine Vault staffs a fantastic sommelier, Nicole, who is hands on with personal service and planned events. Even more interesting is that it happens to be located in the old vault of the Bank of America building. Inside the facility is the actual bank vault and the exterior vault door is a key piece of the decor as you enter from the garage. Think of a cigar lounge atmosphere (sans smoke) for wine drinkers....leather club chairs, cozy atmosphere, glassware and some snacking options. Perfect spot to participate in one of their wine dinners, host a client social hour or simply enjoy a nice bottle before dinner downtown.

Fantastic facility to store and enjoy wine. They hold regular events including charity fundraising,…read more5 star meals and wine tastings with the best wine producer in the world showcasing their wine. World class storage in secure, ideal wine storage conditions. Tasting rooms and more. A fabulous addition to the Austin oenological landscape.

A total vibe! I loved this spot and the outdoor bar area. It's lit up by twinkle lights with plenty…read moreof TVs to watch the game. They had a frozen watermelon rose I tried which I really like, if you get an additional shooter to go with it, make sure you mix it in! They have a good amount of drinks to choose from, it's a great place to chill with friends and enjoy the weather. Lots of seating and picnic table style seating. I've been twice and would definitely go back!

I recently visited Upstairs at Caroline for a Logitech SXSW installation event, and the experience…read morewas a great mix of creative energy and Austin atmosphere. The venue itself has a lively, open feel with an urban backyard vibe and plenty of space to move around, mingle, and actually take in the installation without feeling crowded. What stood out most was how well the space complemented the event. The layout made it easy to engage with the installation while still enjoying the social vibe. They had space for working virtually as well as displays to test some of the technology. There's a nice balance between indoor comfort and that signature rooftop-style setting, which gives it a relaxed but elevated feel. The staff was friendly and kept things running smoothly, and the overall setup felt thoughtfully organized. Whether you were there to focus on the installation or just take it in casually, the environment supported both. The line was somewhat long to get into the event as it was at capacity and could only allow more people as people were leaving the event. I was given a drink ticket and got to try the Patio Pounder with ilegal mezcal, primo aperitivo, tropical citrus, coconut, grapefruit soda. The bartender was efficient even though the lines were long. The cocktail was enjoyable with the balance of smoky and citrus flavors. They also had a variety of food bites available including chips and queso. creamy street corn, and sliders. The food was gone relatively quickly due to the crowds but it would be replenished periodically. Overall, Upstairs at Caroline proved to be a solid venue for a creative SXSW event versatile, welcoming, and very on-brand for Austin's arts and tech scene.

I visited this location since there's so much hype around it. I was excited to visit and ended up…read moreparking up the hill; their parking lot is like a postage stamp and with the taco trailer the spots were already full. I had a complimentary drink ticket and decided to stick around for another. I'm not a wine drinker but I usually drink reds when I do. The selection was not very broad but there was a large menu of other non-wine drinks. I ended up trying the Frose which could have been mixed a little more, the wine was definitely separated out at the bottom. The charcuterie board was a little disappointing, one of those pre-made trays that were reminiscent of those buy on board boxes you'd get on airplanes. The inside was definitely IG/TT friendly, brightly colored, neon signs, like an influencers dream but on an early weekday afternoon it was quiet.

OMWine, gang! I really did the Wanderlust chain and all of its locations. But this one has got to…read morebe my favorite. The hidden wine cave experience was incredible! A secret little speakeasy if you will. We did the speakeasy wine cave tasting with a sommelier that included three wines. It was really educational and taught me a little more about wine and I appreciated that. Our sommelier knew so much! Such a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. The service was impeccable.

Went back and forth between 3 and 4 stars. The space is perfect. Interior and exterior. But their…read morebartender was a bit of a hot mess when it came to the mixed drinks, but they were having an event the night we were there so I'm wondering if she was hired temporarily. The other bartender was great, but clearly overwhelmed. That would be the one downside. The bar is very small and limited in how fast they can service. Their wine selection was good. We did have a friend looking for a white wine that they did not have. Not that they ran out, they didn't have it altogether. That is surprising for a wine forward spot. But the space itself is gorgeous. The outdoor is really fun with great photo opportunities, as is the inside. It was also perfectly temperature controlled.

Super cute wine bar in what I think is East Austin but don't take my word I'm directionally…read morechallenged. Great, chilled vibe with a DJ. We opted for a few glasses of wine but will definitely do a bottle next time as they are exact on pours If you're looking for a chilled place to have a glass or bottle of wine, give them a try.

A very cute wine shop on the east side. They mostly carry natural wines - but not all of them have…read morea funk. They definitely have a great selection at decent prices. You can purchase bottles here and enjoy them in the back by the food trucks. They also carry some chilled wines as well. They have a great selection overall and free wine tastings from time to time. They also have a few non alcoholic wines and beverages.

One year later, and this is still one of my favorite spots! My fiancé and I are here at least every…read moreother week. It is a great place to meet friends, listen to live music, eat pizza from the nearby truck, etc. The owner and employees at Cork & Screw are so friendly and helpful, and it is clear that they are passionate about what they do. They have a wonderful area out back full of seating options, including fire pits for the colder weather, and there is a stage back there for bands to play. It's truly such a sweet spot! My only qualm here is the parking (but to be honest, this is an issue for most places in Austin, so this is not specific to Cork & Screw). There is street parking in the neighborhood nearby, and a small lot around the corner, but this always fills up. All in all, definitely one of my ATX favorites!

What an experience! I can't believe I was able to try non-alcoholic beer on draft! Whaaaaat?!…read more It might be ubiquitous now but I have never seen it. The staff was attentive, the food was insanely delicious (get the chicken 65) and the samosas were super fresh. We sat outside and it was a great experience. I cannot wait to go again!

This place is interesting in the best way possible. The vibe is like Metallica meets Indian food…read moremeets craft beer meets ice house, and somehow it totally works. Casual, loud music, fun, and definitely memorable! We had the Vindaloo Paneer lunch special ($11.99) and the Chicken Tikka Kebab (listed on the menu as Tandoori Chicken, $14), and each was fantastic. The Vindaloo Paneer had the perfect heat level. It was super flavorful and was a generous serving size. It included plenty of rice. The Chicken Tikka Kebab was thigh meat, and it was cooked perfectly. It came out sizzling hot and was well seasoned and not even close to being dry. It was very juicy. The Jalapeño Naan ($6) was a standout. Great spice, awesome flavor. I'm definitely ordering that again! Their wide selection of draft beers (averaging around $7) is a big bonus for you drunkards out there. , The parking: it totally sucks. As of September 2025 the parking is very limited. There is a parking lot out back, but it's difficult to navigate to. Use your GPS, and you should be fine. Overall: cool atmosphere, great food, and solid value. Would absolutely come back - despite the parking issues.