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    Otopia Rooftop Lounge

    4.2 (66 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Upscale
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Tiffany J.

    Checked out the Otopia Rooftop Lounge during a vendor event, and wow, the views from 11th floor are awesome! The bar and pool combo is pretty cool. Drinks and bites were a bit of a mixed bag, and as a total carnivore, some of the vegan options weren't quite for me, but that's probably just what the event sponsors picked. Still, a nice experience with some great scenery and the bartenders were pretty quick with drink service!

    Ahí tuna tacos
    Jennifer T.

    Beautiful views as a rooftop bar in between UT's campus & downtown Austin. They had plenty of heaters for the cold weather, and lots of available seating at 7:30 on a Wednesday evening. We were the only other party there besides a company Christmas party which we thought was interesting. You'd think they'd section it off or maybe close down the bar for a private event but they were front and center when you entered the bar & we were essentially sitting right next to them. All that aside - our server/bartender was great! He took on the Christmas party and our party of 5 with ease and was very accommodating. My only complaint here are the prices. $14 cocktails & the espresso martinis came in PLASTIC CUPS!? I was shocked. Sure, bars can run out of coup glasses but at least use an actual glass and not a plastic cup! Did not match the rooftop bar vibe and was not worth $14 -- or even $10!! The food was tasty and fairly priced. The ahi tuna tacos were TINY. Like so tiny they were almost cute! As if they were for a child. Since the plate came with three of them I think it made up for the initial look of the tacos and their size. Also the fact that they were absolutely delicious. 5/5 for that plate. The buffalo cauliflower had a good taste but is definitely just a frozen meal they heat up. Although the bar has beautiful views and great service, the drinks, food, and pricing make it 3 stars. It's a nice place to visit once but not my first choice for a rooftop bar.

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    Angela M.

    My friend and I came here to have a cute rooftop moment since she's visiting from San Diego. When we first walked in we were told there was a private event that booked out most of the seating area which gave us the only option to sit more towards the pool which lacked lighting and any type of vibe. My friend and I sat and ordered 2 glasses of wine. we waited about 15 min and then asked another server about our drinks and they apologized and went and got it for us. It seemed a little disorganized because no one was in the private event area yet and the bar wasn't full so they must've forgotten our order? I went there after seeing they offered buffalo cauliflower and after we got our wine, went to order that and they said their machine was down for cooking the cauliflower appetizer :( The seating options outside of the private event were limited to pool seating and a couple of tables that already had groups at them. So we were sitting along the edge with glass walls - which was cool, but the countertop was a small strip of wood which was exactly the width of the plates (tiny) with gaps on both sides (pictured). The chips were delish, the salsa portion was gone before we finished the chips. The plates were pretty small and left us still hungry. Overall, I think if the private event wasn't happening our experience would have been better because it felt like we were just at a dark rooftop pool bar. I probably won't come here again considering how many other rooftop bars there are, that this one is quite small, and the service wasn't the best.

    Denise G.

    Beautiful view with delicious drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and bites. Valentina provided excellent service. Thank you!

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    Sabrina K.

    This rooftop is everything!! The location is perfect and the view of downtown Austin is seriously on point. They've got a great selection of light apps up top, and Chantel + Mel (aka the Chamel bar ) were absolute queens behind the bar. If you're starving, they'll point you downstairs for food. Only thing missing? A DJ on the weekend especially Saturday! I rented a cabana and was sooo ready to dance with my girls. If they add that vibe, this would 100% be my forever go to rooftop spot!!!

    Spicy Mezcal Margarita
    Winter S.

    The views of this establishment are worth five stars. The service/vibe from the bartender on was worth 3 stars. I asked him if I could pay for my $15 drink with a $20 bill (so I could provide a tip, which I didn't tell him) but he told me he had no change. The drink was a spicy margarita. It was average, and these drinks are $15-18. Appetizers were overpriced too. I just can't buy into overpriced drinks and mediocre service.

    Mildred A.

    I love a good rooftop bar! Otopia gives you the views and vibes to relax after work. Open to the hotel guests before 5p but open to the public at 5pm! The ladies were very attentive and checked in on us multiple times. And i truly enjoyed my ahi tuna! Make sure you check in on yelp to get a free corn salsa (which was yummy!)

    Frozen Margarita was
    Lisa C.

    Currently enjoying the most delicious vegetarian appetizer at Otopia restaurant and pool rooftop lounge at the Otis Hotel. The buffalo cauliflower was so amazing and recommended by Jade our amazing server who gave exceptional customer service. She checked on me several times to make sure I was enjoying my food and drinks. The frozen margaritas were perfect for the hot weather. I will be back to try more delicious appetizers because Jade and the service and ambience was amazing! 10/10 recommend to a friend!

    Rooftop pool and bar area.
    Eric H.

    Vanessa, the bartender on the rooftop bar, is excellent. She remembers visitors names! Highly recommend a visit.

    Cocktails
    Carrie M.

    I loved this fancy rooftop lounge in West Campus. I was surprised to see such a nice place there, but then I realized it's on the top of a 5-star hotel (Otis). There's a pool, and the views of downtown Austin are gorgeous. We had the Korean BBQ chips, BCR Wagyu Carpaccio, Veggie Roll, and Crispy Crab Roll. I wasn't really a fan of the crab taste and the crispy exterior, but I loved the veggie sushi. I definitely don't think the sushi was of high enough quality to warrant such a high price though. The wagyu tasted super limey and not very beefy. The chips were good but extremely spicy to the point where I had to take time to recover between each one. The specialty cocktails were $18, and regular ones were $14. I had trouble deciding, so the bartender offered to make me a custom drink, which was very nice. Our server sounded and acted like Jenna Ortega. I was charmed. Our total bill for three was $150. This is a good spot if you like to spend money.

    Rooftop
    Aria H.

    Thanks to Eventbrite I heard about a Halloween party they were having so me and my sister ventured down. The doors were locked when we got there even though their hours said they were open. They also messed up on giving us the happy hour special (5-8pm) when we first arrived but the cashier at the end fixed it without a problem. The scenery and lounge space was beautiful and the staff were mostly nice. The food was okay but the drinks made up for them. We both had their speciality Halloween drinks so I can't remember the names. But overall, we had a great time watching the city. It wasn't really a party so we left just before the DJ set up at 9.

    Great views of downtown
    Brenda R.

    Very cool bar with plenty of seating area including the pool area. The views were nice especially during sunset. The service started off really well then they forgot about us, and when they did remember it took more than 20 minutes to get our drinks. We had the Korean chips and the wonton tacos as snacks. I do recommend the Korean chips, but the wontons were okay. It was nice to see this place and experience it, but it's not somewhere I would return.

    Rooftop view
    Allison G.

    I was there during the weekday. Spent several hours working from the rooftop. The rooftop is well decorated, the playlist was cool, and they have specials. The food is decent and there are options for people with food restrictions (vegan, Pescatarian). I ordered several things from the menu- my fav was the Avocado and Hummus with Veggies (they were really fresh). I wanted to enjoy the Tuna tacos, but they were just ok. I could tell that the wonton shells were fried in old oil, and there wasn't a good amount of tuna once you actually bit into it. The view is great and there are different seating arrangements available for groups. The cocktails are great.

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    Melissa had amazing service and was extremely nice and efficient. The food was also super tasty and the ambiance was nice

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    The vibes were immaculate and the bartender was very helpful. Definitely would recommend.

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    Jake was great. He explained the menu to us and checked on regularly to make sure our drinks always good to go. It is a cool rooftop bar.

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    Jade took great care of us. Visited Friday morning and had some apps and drinks. Food was good but Jades service will bring me back!

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    Thanks for the 5 star review and hope to see you again up here soon.

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    Christy was amazing!! Great smile, happy eyes, and perfect timing! The drinks kept coming!

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    The vibes are great, but I'm not sure they are worth the wait. There are two lines: one for…read morewalk-ins and one for those with reservations. We waited maybe 15 minutes at the walk-in line as others progressively started to pile on behind us. Then again, even people in the reservation line were waiting. This is definitely the kind of place that wants you to wait. The kind of place that wants to build a line outdoors to intrigue onlookers. We were treated nicely, but we definitely could have gotten in right away. By the time we walked in, the place was probably at 60% capacity. It was standing room only at the bar, but not overcrowded by any means. There is a dress code, but it's not entirely clear what it is. Some guy dressed to the 9s got turned away for not having sleeves whereas I got in with sneakers and a t-shirt. They ask for your cellphones upon entering and give you a key in exchange, but there doesn't seem to be any security to enforce it if you don't want to give them up. I have no problem with their policy, but I bet a lot of customers do. Interestingly, their little social experiment seemed to have a positive effect, where we ended up talking to strangers and vice versa. The Powder Room may be making America social again.

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    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.

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    We visited Prohibition ATX and loved our experience! Although it took us about 5 minutes to find…read morethe entrance, once we did, we were glad we made the effort. The atmosphere is very relaxed and cozy/fun. The bartenders were very helpful and the drinks were delicious. I highly recommend the old fashioned!

    I am a sucker for a speakeasy when it is done right. I love the idea of being somewhere that not…read moreeveryone knows about. It feels like an IYKYK atmosphere. Located off Anderson Mill in the corner of a strip mall is a bookshelf with a door on the right side. If you cannot figure out the entrance, there is a doorbell to ring as well. I believe it is owned by the same people who own The Mill bar right next door, which makes it feel like a cool bonus space. My friend and I sat next to a faux fireplace, where we were greeted by the only bartender working and placed our order. Once he opened the tab, it was disappointing that he never came back to check if we wanted another drink. It wasn't super busy on the Monday we went, but since he was the only one manning the bar, the bartender was always doing something, so I don't blame him fully for not checking back in with us. I ordered a drink called the Velvet Vice. It looked nothing like the picture and tasted similar to an Aviation cocktail with egg whites. I happened to really like it. It is a very relaxed space, but once the speakeasy gimmick wears off, it does not have much else going for it. It is still a cool place, but I am not sure it was worth the lengthy drive to get there. RIYL: A bar hidden behind a bookshelf

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