5-star speakeasy...if you like cool, secretive, unusual speakeasy cocktail bars - this is the place for you! Located on 6th street in downtown Austin (near the Driskill hotel), in what looks like from the street an apartment complex. You buzz the "secret" button and if you have a reservation, they let you in and escort you to your beautiful, sexy table. Their menu is creative and their every cocktail delicious! The theme we experienced was tarot cards and we loved the presentation and creativity of cocktails. Service is excellent and all drinks are around $20. Worth a visit for sure - great 5-star speakeasy and so fun for a date or with a group. read more

I was unable to check out the quality or ambiance of this establishment as there were a number of issues with my reservation. Basically, I had a large group reserved for a celebration, and I didn't get a confirmation email and when I noticed this I scrambled to find another reservation. The reservation link I was sent to kept erroring out when I tried to process it. Apparently the incorrect date was selected and I did not notice I was charged an exorbitant amount of money because it was a larger party, but we had every intention of going and we would have spent quite a bit of money. After being charged a $120 no show fee I tried to contact them to see if they could at least squeeze us in or take the no show fee off but they said their policy was clearly stated and they don't respond to my last email. Also, there is no phone number which is incredibly frustrating as I would have called to confirm my 5:30pm reservation issue, but instead just assumed it didn't go through While part of this was undoubtedly user error, the process of reserving and confirming reservations was not easy. Furthermore, the establishment was not overly understanding Some tips: Go to a different bar. There are so many great bars, lounges, and speakeasy's in the area, and I wouldn't risk the potential hassle. We pivoted to the Roosevelt room last minute and we had a great time Cheers! read more

I visited Midnight Cowboy with my significant other during a trip to Austin. It had been on my bookmarks of speakeasies to visit, and I was extremely happy to find that this was walking distance from our hotel, so we had to go! Located on the very lively 6th Street, from the outside, it would not appear that this establishment belongs. You walk up to a dark unmarked building. I had read on Google that there was an "Oriental Massage" sign, which we did not see. Anyway, as others mentioned, you walk up to an intercom, press one of the buttons, and you will see a red light turn on above you, followed by someone coming out to greet you. The inside is a completely different vibe. It's classy! Haha. They give you a tarot book, which is the menu that explains their amazing drinks and pairs them to tarot cards. There is an option to purchase the menu to take home, which I was tempted to do. We had a wonderful time! I really love the drinks, along with the presentation and the way they themed it. If you're a speakeasy enthusiast, as I am, I highly recommend you check out Midnight Cowboy! read more

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A wonderful gem in the heart of downtown Austin. Sophisticated and unique cocktails with impeccable service and attention to detail. This was the highlight of our trip and I would love to come back again. read more

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Spooky and indulgent vibes. Very small so definitely need to show up early or have a reservation. The tarot card menu was interesting and dark, made it a unique experience. read more

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Loved this place. 11pm reservation on a Friday meant prime time for 6th street. The door is unmarked and instructions included in the reservation details. After using the call button, waited a few before the door opened to confirm reservation. She disappears for a moment then returns to open the door. Quaint place inside with limited seating. She informed us the location used to be a brothel and love that history. Their menu was a cute book which provided the ingredients. Fun note, the table lamps are touch lamps that change colors. We had a good time messing with those. The drinks were delicious and strong. No complaints. Restrooms were clean and simple. There are a few rooms on the way that were old guest rooms so you could see the size. read more

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The entrance is in a tiny nook on 6th street that you would totally miss if you weren't looking for it (but that's what makes it fun!) When we stepped inside, the interior was so jarring compared to the environment outside. It was a dark, narrow room with leather booths lined up along the walls. The booths were great if you had one person with you, and there are rooms in the back for bigger parties (walked past them on the way to the bathroom, didn't seem as nice and was bright). Loved the arcana theme! I thought the menu was super cool, each drink had its own card illustration and an excerpt to go with it. There are no prices on the menu, but each one was $20 (20% gratuity automatically applied to bill btw). To be honest, the drinks were tiny and the craftsmanship didn't stand out to me as much as other places (and probably cheaper too!). I think the prices factor in the theatrics and ambience. Our servers were really nice though and let us stay a little longer than we should have! Midnight Express: Their take on an espresso martini, it had a torched meringue topping that was pretty tasty. Death: I liked that it wasn't too sweet and had nice herbal notes. Starchild: Very refreshing and citrusy, I loved the pomegranate and I couldn't taste much of the alcohol, but wished there was more thyme! Homunculi: I loved this one! The pistachio was interesting but worked really well, super unique. Great Rite: Kind of like a dirty martini (?), I liked the olive brine (if you're a savory person like me) Halcyon Dreams: Probably the most unique one out of all of them (shoutout to the bartender that told us this was his creation!). I love corn flavored things and you could definitely get notes of sweet corn in this. It was super smooth and came with a little chaser of street corn. read more

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Midnight Cowboy is everything I imagined it would be and more! A speakeasy always adds to the fun of a night out and this is one of the coolest I've been to. When you make a reservation (this is a must) you're given a name to select on the callbox. Buzz the name and the host will let you in. I was served by Holly and what a gem she is! She walks you through the menu and describes how the staff came up with all of the concoctions. There's quite a bit to choose from so use the table of contents! I had their take on the old fashioned, the King of Cups, and let me tell you, that puppy was STRONG but balanced. Truly one of the most unique old fashioned I've had. The presentation was top-notch with a smoked serving tray. 10/10 cocktail. (Pssst, this one drink is over 32% so keep that in mind) The next drink I ordered was the Elixir of Love, which is a more floral take on the aperol spritz. I had the pleasure of having this made table side and it just enhanced the experience. All cocktails are around $20 each but to me, the expeeience, atmosphere, service, and overall abv makes this more than a reasonably priced experience. With the setting being so intimate, it'll never be too loud either, so this is a perfect date night spot or place to end the evening. It's great for small groups, dates, or the solo traveller (like me!) If you can, ask for Holly! She'll take the experience to the next level. read more

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Definitely one of the coolest speakeasies that I've been to in my grand quest for them. Was recommended this place from our Airbnb host as one of the places on 6th street worth visiting and I am so glad we took the recommendation. We went around 7pm on a Thursday (obviously not prime time) and after clicking the right call button the door INSTANTLY opened. It was almost shocking how fast it was, but we mentioned we were walking in and they had room for us! But I definitely would recommend getting a recommendation for anything close to peak time. Their theme this time around was tarot cards, and it was super cool reading the booklet they have of the different assorted drinks (each one is $20). They are so good but beware, they are so strong! There are also certain drinks that they construct tableside and honestly that was such a special experience. On the surface the price tag seems a bit high but it's genuinely one of the most fun I've had at any speakeasy. I think the theming really made you feel like you were whisked to another place, and that was a really special experience for me. It's super intimate so I would definitely recommend this as a date spot. I would definitely come back and try to conquer the rest of the menu. read more

This place accepts reservations so that's why we went here and it was recommended to me by locals, finding it was fun. The cocktails and menu were interesting but I'm fairly certain they batch almost everything because I tried to swap a liquor out (I don't care for tequila) and she said it wasn't possible. Also the cocktails came out super fast so that's another indicator... The staff wasn't rude but also not friendly... auto gratuity so that's probably why. Cocktail craft was kind of lost at this place. Definitely more exciting place for elevated cocktails than anywhere on sixth but I'd probably skip it. read more

Midnight Cowboy - Speakeasies Near Me - Austin, Texas

Hidden behind an unmarked door on 6th Street, this speakeasy is pure magic. The dim lighting, leather booths, and vintage feel make it the perfect escape. Cocktails are thoughtful, beautifully presented, and worth every penny. Tip: make a reservation! read more

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Great drinks and amazing service is always 5 stars in my book. I was the smart one of the night. Stuck to drinks that usually appeal to me and do not stray from that. My husband on the other hand wanted to be bold and try new things that sounded different. So one drink that sounded like a Thai food dish he absolutely hated. But since I'm half Asian consistently eating those flavors i had no problem switching cocktails since he was complaining to me. I thought all the drinks I had ordered were great including the Thai drink I drank for my husband was good too but just be prepared when you order things that are out of your normal taste buds it's not for everyone! read more

Management would be smart to take a second look at Martin. Could not have been more disappointing with our server Martin. He was such a rude little boy. made our group feel very unwelcome and made very inappropriate jokes. I could type for hours but he's not worth my time. read more

The martini is among the very best things I've ever had. In life. While my life flashes before me, as I die, the martini will be among that rush of images. You've gotta try it. read more

Amazing speakeasy! At first I was MAD. Cuz my friend took me to the dirty 6 and I was like m'am we ain't in highschool or college anymore why we here and it's apparently this door where you buzz to go in. The decor was super cool. The theme we stumbled was arcana so each drink was based on a tarot. The one that called out to me was death for its transformation. Service was also amazing. Each bartender or worker creates 4-5 of the drinks listed so they are very knowledgeable about the drinks. I think the next theme is monsters. I forgot. Overall great time. read more

Midnight Cowboy - Drink was called the death. - Speakeasies Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Real speakeasy experience was super fun to buzz our way in and wait for the ok while someone snuck away and then reappeared to open the door. Once inside the ambience is dim lit and perfect for a date. menu reads like a book of tarot cards although they do change it every 6-7 months. Staff was super helpful going through it with us and answering any questions we had. I had the chronomacy and it was amazing strong fruity but still light great balance also tried the Ostara which was light and floral I enjoyed the cherry blossom flavor but the first cocktail was more for me. My girlfriend had the cosmic dancer and it was really good especially when you add the sidecar of bubbles it really brought the drink to life. She finished the night with the midnight express and it was a great martini but the meringue was toasted table side sweet and creamy and a perfect compliment. Would recommend to anyone wanting a true speakeasy feel with great cocktails and service. read more

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Super cool speakeasy off of dirty - you do NOT feel like you are in the craziness of sixth! Really detailed and unique cocktail menu - comes as a small themed booklet with little narratives. We were a large enough group to get one of the backrooms. Small space so I imagine you will need a reservation most of the time, when you make the reservation they provide details about how to buzz in at your arrive. Fun/creative spot for a drink for sure. read more

Good cocktails! Fun spot to have drinks before dinner or night out. Menu is "cowboys and aliens" themed. Bar is a little hard to find if you don't know where you're going so make sure to use your reservation confirmation for directions. read more

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My friend and I were excited to visit Midnight Cowboy at the end of our night out. Instead of topping off our night, it dampened it. We arrived a few minutes ahead of our 11:30pm reservation and were let in quickly and pointed to our booth. The ambience is great and the booths are very intimate feeling. We both saw many menu options we were interested in trying. My friend ordered a cocktail, and I ordered a mocktail as I was driving. The drinks arrived very quickly, and looked great. BOTH drinks were horrible, and I've chugged down some nasty drinks in my day to "not waste" the money spent. That wasn't possible with either drink. They were so bad we were trying not to laugh too loud at the humor of the situation. The waitress stopped by and asked if we were enjoying our (still full) drinks. I told her she could bring the check bc it was obvious to us the drinks just weren't suited to our palette. She of course was concerned, and asked us to explain what was wrong. I explained my drink was supposed to have multiple fruity flavors, with jalapeño listed as a 4th or 5th ingredient, but the drink was quite literally JUST jalapeño and not drinkable. My friend's was similar in that you could ONLY smell and taste a rose flavor (like floral bath water). She assured us they were not supposed to taste like that and said she'd have them remade. I had a view of the bartender, I'm sure he saw our laughing fit prior, and he looked mad about remaking the drinks. My friend's drink came out (with an entirely different presentation and glass) and while she still didn't personally like it, we determined we could definitely taste a difference and detect the flavors listed on the menu. I would have drank the remade drink if I were not driving, it just wasn't to her taste. My remade drink took longer to come out. And it was exactly the same. Straight jalapeño flavor and smell. A reminder that we did not ask to have these drinks remade. We were laughing about the situation of us trying something new and elevated but apparently our palettes are used to cheap liquor. I feel like they saw our laughter as making fun? Not sure. Anyway we were never asked if the new drinks were better. The check was dropped off, we paid $47 and promptly left before midnight. read more

Midnight Cowboy was an awesome start to our friends bachelorette. Since we were a group of 6, we ended up going to a back room and our host was pretty kind. Everyone got a variety of drinks, they have something for everyone. They were friendly and we had the room for 1.5 hours which was around 2 rounds for each person. I think the drinks and ambiance were great also I'll definitely come back for date night because I want to experience the table side cocktail cart! read more

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Great speakeasy experience and great drinks. Very eclectic drink menu and the waiter is very helpful with selections. We were all a big adventurous with our choices and I unfortunately don't remember the names of our drinks. But there are pics in the menu you can match them up to. A couple of these were made table side and they explain the process as they do it. You have to have a reservation to get in, and it is a nice, quiet environment among the bustle of 6th st. read more

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Wanted to checkout this place from long time, and when I saw they have been voted as best speaksy bar, decided not to wait anymore and made the reservations. Service was exceptional, cocktails beyond exceptional, ambience was cozy, kinda intimate than speaksy, We tried 4 different cocktails and loved it all, don't remember the names though. overall definitely give it a try for an unforgettable cocktail experience!! read more

Midnight Cowboy - Don't remember the names - Speakeasies Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Now this little gem in downtown Austin is incredible! It is right on 6th Street amongst the other bars. However, you will not see it as it is hidden within a building that looks abandoned. You must make a reservation to receive a code to enter. Once inside, you are greeted nicely. This is a quaint spot that only serves craft cocktails. I had the Tea if Zatoichi and the Protomolecule. I was very impressed with the drinks and the decor on the inside. A very cool spot to wind down and enjoy music and a cocktail or two. read more

Midnight Cowboy - Tea of Zatoichi (whiskey based) - Speakeasies Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Not sure if this felt like a true speakeasy but glad we checked it out. We did need a reservation and there was a bit of a wait but the place is pretty tiny so I can see why. The drinks are ok. Service is ok and gratuity was included which seemed to explain why staff wasn't around much. Decor inside is neat and the history of the place is interesting. read more

Midnight Cowboy - Speakeasies Near Me - Austin, Texas

Hmm. I'm torn on Midnight Cowboy. Honestly, the experience is cool and the drinks are good, but the staff really put us off. I'll start with that so we can finish on a positive note because I truly hate to leave a poor review. We had reservations for Friday night. It wasn't super busy but it's also reservation only and has additional seating outside so maybe it was more than it appeared. Our waitress was fine at first but then completely fell off. She wasn't really knowledgeable of the drinks to the extent of other local establishments. Never checked on us, walked back and forth past us several times and never stopped to ask if we were okay or enjoying our drinks or needed another drink. Also, the bartender and another waiter were clearly making fun of us for a small (and I mean small!) snafu that occurred when he dropped the drinks off. That was extremely off putting. The drinks were pretty tasty, but their prices are well above other bars with better drinks and service. Okay the good stuff! The experience is cool and honestly one of the sole reasons to check out MC. You press a button when you arrive like an apartment based on a code they email you. That was cool. It's also located conveniently on the "dirty" 6th. Inside is pretty unique, also. The story behind it is very interesting (used to be a brothel!). So do I recommend? Give it a try for the experience. Maybe we had a one off negative time? read more

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Service was top notch! Drinks were off the charts! The ambiance was spot on to what I imagined speakeasy's were like back in the day. read more

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Cool place! Interesting concept, very hidden on 6th street. Reservation only type of place and they do limit your seating time so it gives you enough time for roughly 2 drinks per person. Unique drinks, they mentioned that they're changing the menu soon but I had the carrot colada and it was really good! I also tried the southern belle..not as impressive but still decent. The drinks are not cheap, but it's to be expected at a cocktail bar. I think it's a cool place but there are many alternatives with the same idea around Austin so it doesn't really stick out to me too much. read more

Very fun and swanky inside, more casual attire than I thought but still very cool. Small place so you for sure need reservations, but it's got a very fun theme and the drinks were very good! (No food) read more

Midnight Cowboy - Drinks - Speakeasies Near Me - Austin, Texas

This place was not what I expected! I'd seen it on the map several times and assumed it was like a dive bar given some of the spots nearby... not so. It's a speakeasy for sure! You need a reservation; after you make it, they send you a conf which includes the name of the person who's doorbell you ring when you arrive (that's how they know you're there). The entrance is an iron latticework door and looks very unassuming; inside there are plush booth chairs in an older, small (and narrow) space. Does seem to track with the fact that the space used to be a brothel~ our waitress was very helpful and checked on us several times after arriving. The menu is designed like a little comic, and it's cowboys vs. aliens themed which is fun! I asked about a floral/sweeter drink and most of their drinks are a little stronger and not quite that vibe, so just be aware (eg lots of folks got a Smokey Manhattan style, or other whiskey/gin/etc. based upscale cocktails). Nevertheless, I liked my drink, it just wasn't as "girly" as what is usually go for. But even so - I can't complain for a strong drink!! The prices are a little higher but you're paying for vibes too. Overall - thought this was a fun place to come with my friend and was really glad I'd tried it! It could def be a good date spot too, but it's a little quieter inside and the space is narrow so be mindful you can kinda hear other folks lol~? But def still rec a visit! read more

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Very cool spot. We enjoyed the experimental cocktails that they offered. The drink was balanced and perfect for a very cold night in Austin. read more

A cool speakeasy. Morbid history. The cocktails were all very unique. It was cool that we got to see our server make the mushroom cocktail in front of us. We enjoyed our time here. read more

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Super interesting, old world building with tons of speakeasy vibe you're looking for. HOWEVER, cocktails and staff may need a little boost in new management to take this establishment up to the price they're charging for a cocktail, especially with auto-gratuity for not overwhelmingly cordial staffing. Drinks had the laundry list of ingredients you'd expect in a complex cocktail but lack the correct chemistry. Need to send mixologist to other high tier cocktail bars in larger cities and then bring back those recipes and craftsmanship. Complex cocktails is an art and they haven't found the magic formula here...yet. But there's so much potential! We wanted this to be an anomaly on 6th Street Austin but pass for now and give them some more time to mature. read more

Midnight Cowboy - Drinks LOOKED delicious - Speakeasies Near Me - Austin, Texas

Have been here multiple times, each has been a fun time. We usually book a back room, without giving too much away, it comes with a small presentation/show which is entertaining and informative regarding the drinks you have chosen. You will need reservations for larger groups, I would honestly not go more than 6 (it's tight even then), if the outside light is on you can probably get in for smaller groups. It's one of the OG Speakeasies in ATX so will have my patronage when we looking for this kind of experience. read more

Midnight Cowboy - Private rooms in the back - Speakeasies Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Great date night spot in Austin! Make sure to get a reservation early in the week because they fill up pretty fast. We were easily able to get an earlier evening reservation for 5:30 because the night time resys were quite difficult to secure! The cool speakeasy vibes and experience begin as soon as you get to the spot. Once let in, you are greeted and seated quickly! Our server welcomed us with a brief history of the building and the business (super cool btw!) and water for the table. The drinks were absolutely amazing!!! So creative but also delicious. Our server was able to recommend drinks to us based on our alcohol preferences and these recommendations did not fail! We were more than pleased. I got the aqua dillennia which featured passion fruit and a reposado tequila... it was fruity and refreshing. The other drink we got was recommended from an old menu but we loved so much. It was a tequila and mezcal cocktail. 10/10 service and drinks! Would come back again. read more

Midnight Cowboy - Speakeasies Near Me - Austin, Texas

If you're in Austin make this a stop! A non descriptive door. The interior is classic speak easy small quaint dimly lit! The rif on cowboys vs aliens is classic Roswell NM! If anyone ever saw the classic movie of same name then you know read more

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I'd really give this speakeasy a 3.5 but there's not an option for a half star. The ambiance is great. I love that they lovingly restored this brothel and kept many original features. It's a very small space (hence the need for reservations) and quite intimate. There aren't food options here so definitely plan accordingly. The drinks were good. They didn't blow me away, my husband got the midnight cowboy, which was similar to a mezcal margarita and I had the expletive, a soft yet interesting drink. It was good, it wasn't $25 good (keep in mind that is after the 20% service charge auto added in). The service, while polite, was incredibly slow. We waited 25 minutes just to order our first drink, then another 10 minutes for the drink. It was fun for a one time visit. read more

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Very atmospheric lil speakeasy hidden away on raucous party street. Have to find the unmarked door and hit the right entry button for admittance--something the other three parties seeking entry around us didn't seem privy to? Once I buzzed, we were all let in, group by group. Drinks were solid, server entertaining, ambiance kind of a cool shabby chic that I dug. Nice cushy booths. Sumptuously satisfying crystal water vessels. QR code menu. Definitely a tinge of old west saloon vibe, but classy/upscale. Very mixed crowd, from K-pop hipsters to metalheads to bachelorettes to us (old normals, I guess we'd be?).... Nom du guerre drink was a fun tableside presentation. Highly recommend. Acqua delinea was fave drink of the night (and maybe if the whole Austin vacation!) Only complaint: hard to get a reservation but then there were PLENTY of open tables inside. Seems to be the norm in Austin. Guessing due to short staff but there were 4 employees and, like, 5 tables total, and this was at midnight which was the only entry x we could secure! read more

Midnight Cowboy - The one shot I got before my phone died...and you NEED your phone to access menu QR code! - Speakeasies Near Me - Austin, Texas

A must visit on 6th street. Excellent service and drinks! We didn't have reservations and they still seated us. A hidden gem.

I cherish the night I had here with my dear wife. What glorious atmosphere and such a sly entrance. Cheers!

We had a fantastic experience here last night, we had a group of 6 so we got a small private room down the hall, if we wanted a drink we turned on our red light outside the room. So unique and fun! A guy there named Matt helped us the whole time, very friendly and informative. Drinks were so different and tasty, my favorite part was the cart side cocktails they'd make in front of our private booth. Highly recommend! read more

Midnight Cowboy - Light to ask for service - Speakeasies Near Me - Austin, Texas

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