My husband and I had a fabulous dinner at Peche! Hostess Brooke was lovely and suggested cocktails…read morenext door at DuMont's while we waited for our reservation was --also highly recommended. Peche has an intimate, upscale atmosphere, excellent cocktails, and attentive service. We shared the mushroom appetizer, followed by the beef tenderloin special and rabbit crepes. Everything was delicious, with just-right portions. The tenderloin arrived well done instead of medium rare, but my husband enjoyed it anyway. We'd definitely return!

This review is solely based on cocktails... We visited on a late Friday evening. Although they had…read morea few open dining tables, we opted to sit at their beautiful bar. The bartenders were in full swing busy mode and it was fun to watch them work. We ordered the fig manhattan, which was fantastic with a light fig foam, and the drunken monk that had a different flavor with each sip. As we drank, we enjoyed the lively crowd, the dimly lit ambience and conversation with the bartenders. They were all mixologists who had witty banter. We really enjoyed our time here and will be back to try the food!

Came to celebrate an anniversary here and was throughly impressed…read more It is on the 7th floor inside the Austin Fairmont. It has a speak easy vibe. Loved the space and the ambiance. On the night we went they had a wonderful piano player and a 2 man band that was great. You come here for champagne and caviar. And they have a wide selection of cocktails. After you can also be taken to the terrace to enjoy a cigar. The service was top notch. I must say it is a bit on the pricey side. But overall it's an experience that was worth it.

Had an amazing date night. 725 had low lighting with a songstress singing both her own songs and…read morecovers that day. The menu offered caviar, and the various flavors that emerged from the other dishes complemented the taste of each dish. The drinks were also well-done. The only thing that didn't make this a five is that we were seated in an obstructed space where we could not see the singer and were pushed into the corner. I believe they were trying to use all the space they could to bring in guests but the seating chart seemed to be reviewed by someone who was still learning.

- RNB Thursdays is so much fun! - cool speakeasy…read more- tasty drinks - variety of drinks - friendly staff

This bar is located in the Firehouse Hostel. In fact, it's a speakeasy hidden behind a sliding…read morebookshelf right in the lobby. It's rightfully named as the building was once an actual firehouse that was built in 1885. Like all good speakeasies, it's got dim lighting that accentuates the building's rustic, 1800s era architecture. Hip and cool interior design with vintage furnishings and accessories. It's cozy and comfortable. This popular spot gets busy and it's easy to see why. The hip decor and good service mixed with excellent drinks makes it apparent why they're so popular. They offer frozen cocktails (my fave) that often change. The craft cocktails are spectacular. The bar menu offers a variety of beer as well. In addition, they do an incredible mocktail and offer different varieties. If you're going for a cocktail, the daiquiri and paper plane are perfection.

Best dirty martini in Austin. So good. Hubs loved their old fashioned. Dark spot on the famous,…read morehistoric and haunted hotel. Bar tenders were approachable and friendly.

Two blocks from our parking garage...we heard music from the street and decided to go in. This is…read moreanother bar we had not visited for years. All the bars we visited on 6th street there was no cover charge which was nice. Generally speaking, when there is a live band there is usually a cover charge. However, there was not a cover a charge at the Driskill bar...pleasant surprise. The Driskill bar was crowded with standing room only. However, the music was nice and we decided to listen in. The bar area was crowded so even if we wanted to order a drink, it would have taken some time. They featured a country and western band. The folks in the bar were grooving with the music. We did not see anyone with food, so we assume food was not being served at that time. Overall, good experience...

I came in here during the ROT ralley and they had an awesome sounding LIVE MUSIC rock band playing…read more We ordered a beer and a diet coke for me as a triple D... (on a Diet and a Designated Driver) and we had a great time. as I listend more the band was singing in Spanish.. what? then I heard that magic word... Mana.. what? they know Mana? I walked over and wrote the band's name on my Note 4 notepad and put some money in the tip jar and sure enough they rocked it out. I found out the band's name was the Palacios Brothers. I hope they come back!

Great music great drinks, this entire street is full of bars so if this isn't your vibe then it's…read moreprobably next door. Service is good as well. I definitely will come back when I'm in Austin

The perfect drop for a quick bite and a nice drink. The server was so friendly and offered a wine…read moresuggestion when the one I wanted wasn't available. The views and vibes are perfect, and I caught a beautiful sunset from the patio!

The view from Otopia is beautiful, especially at sunset. They also have a nice pool, if you care…read morefor a dip. I wouldn't exactly do laps in it, it's more for lounging. My coworkers and I had a few drinks, and some tacos and enjoyed ourselves.

Go for happy hour and on Saturday!!…read more Tuesday - Saturday I believe Drinks are half off / apps are half off and $12 burger Great deal - and the food was delicious - didn't have to be this good! We tried the Brussels (10/10) Spicy Rigatoni (9/10) Burger w potatoes (10/10) Overall we spent $53 on two drinks and the food and it was a great deal My husband and I split the burger and the rest of the food and felt very satisfied Also on inkind too! Interior is super cute - very dark and moody Service was great - everything came out on time and perfectly!

I love the ambiance of this lounge. It would be a great place for an intimate hang or date…read more It is not a good place for any groups. We came as a group and the table was tiny, we all had to hold our plates in our laps. I had the lamb meatballs and they were delicious. I really enjoyed them. A few people ordered some additional plates and drinks that never came out so the service is hit or miss. We had to have the remove it from the bill. The server was gracious and offered free house champagne but we wanted to leave by then. While our server was very friendly, they didn't come nearly often enough to clear the plates givem the teeny tiny table. It was the size of a tiny round side table and 8 of us were expected to crouch around it with all our drinks and food. Not a good place for dinner. Too bad because the lamb meatballs were delicious. Someone else also got the flank steak skewers are really enjoyed them. It is a very cool space though but no more than a group of 3. The lost orders were definitely an issue.

I found this via search of rooftop bars near downtown and I was pleasantly surprised at this…read morelocation and the venue itself. Arrived around 5:45-6 PM on a Thursday. This is gonna be located on the fifth floor in the JW Marriott. You have to walk through the pool area as this is on the west side of the building. Well, we didn't have a reservation and we were able to get sat right away. I forget the name of the individual who assisted us by placing our order. I ended up getting the espresso martini, and then my other person got an old-fashioned. I was asked if I wanted a shot of Bailey's with the espresso martini and that to me would've been way too much. The martini itself was almost kind of smoky. Not your typical kind of very crisp espresso martini had a nice foam on top of it. We also ended up ordering the sliders to go along as we had dinner reservations, and that bacon jam on there is magnificent. The sliders were all juicy and very well put together bun was very soft and the flavor of everything was really good. I would totally go back just for the sliders. Overall the service was great. The views were also quite stunning of downtown and the ambience overall which is very chill. The front part of the bar was actually closed due to a private event so I can imagine getting to take photos on that corner would be really pretty to see.

My friends and I had a FABULOUS time here. The ambiance is beautiful and so cozy! Without a res on…read morea Friday evening (around 6:30/7) we were able to get a nice, big cabana area. The couches were so comfortable and the ambiance was so pretty. In terms of the drinks and food, it was okay! Got the job done, but nothing to rave about. I enjoyed the sliders the most. I enjoyed my drink as well (5th Floor Cooldown) once we added the extra sweetener we requested. Without it, I wasn't a huge fan (wasn't sweet, despite being told that it was). Valet parking is only $15 (for 2 hours) with validation. I appreciated that, as it made parking not a headache.

Great service and a wonderful view of Austin over the Colorado River. Anthony was very attentive…read moreand thoughtful.

I'm staying at The Loren Hotel and tried this restaurant on the 8th floor last night for dinner and…read morewas so impressed that I returned for breakfast- the egg frittata with lemon ricotta was perfection. Let me start by saying that I was so impressed with my dinner that I had to ask a server if it was a Michelin star rated restaurant. I highly recommend the half chicken infused with basil, which was a beautiful flavor. The broccolini was my favorite, with the grilled lemony parmesan topping it was a showstopper. Even the french fries, which I was not supposed to eat, were tasty with their own house dip.. I did have a slight bit of food envy though- my friend ordered the filet, which she said was one of the best she's ever had. I'll let you know after I return tonight.!

Here Nor There was a fantastic experience. The interior vibe is quite lovely. My partner and I sat…read morein one of the side velvet booths. I loved how personal that area felt. We were able to have a conversation without feeling like others were listening. The music is very different than the vibe of the actual area. They were playing different rap & hip-hop artists. It was loud, but I enjoyed it. It felt very Austin-y. Loved the drinks. There was one that had something to do with Bob's Lake, or something like that. That drink was absolutely delicious. We also got the caviar service, and I really enjoyed that. Was not crazy about the blinis, I believe they were made with black corn flour. The crème fraîche was very nice. Very nice night out. This place also doesn't feel overly expensive. It's expensive, but in a similar price range to other cocktail bars in the area.

You're gonna love the vibe of this speakeasy. I visited for the first time on a Wednesday evening…read moreand enjoyed a handcrafted menu (literally, the menu is hand drawn) full of unique and delectable cocktails. There is something for everyone--no kidding. I loved their spin on a Paloma and my friends enjoyed standard items like old fashions and Moscow mules. Very very comfortable lounge seating, plush velvet and other soft textiles with leatherette coasters. Very elevated and calm. Music is perfect but kinda loud so conversation is a bit of a struggle. It is very very very dark in there so it's super intimate and features candles and mini tap light lamps. If you have sight or mobility issues, you may not like this venue from a safety standpoint. Steep incline stairs lead down to this dungeon like hold. I would return in a heartbeat. Must have the password. Exclusive and decadent is the mood. So if it matches you, you have to visit!