I really dig that the bar is smaller than the outdoor patio area. Yes, there is indoor seating available but it's limited. I like the idea of ordering at the bar and walking outside to enjoy whatever magnificent cocktail they've conjured up. Of course I'm a huge fan of Frank Reynolds so I can't get enough of the Halloween pop-up and the themed drinks for it. We were there with our pesky little fur baby and everyone was so good to him. So understanding about his past abuse, the staff really liked him and made sure he was at ease. read more

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First time I went to this bar was to go for a trivia night event that just so happened to occur around Christmas, and it was a great place. While the inside area is small, the decorations were amazing (they went all out for a grinch / Christmas theme), and the servers were really friendly. The outside patio is extremely spacious and contains a lot of seating areas for people to enjoy their drinks. When we went, there was an awesome Asian wing food truck that was in place too, and while we didn't try the food, it looked amazing and the people eating it looked like they were enjoying themselves. I would love to come again. This place has a tight homely feel that just so happens to have a bar and you should come and experience it yourself read more

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Thus place is ok. It's good for hanging out. The food I had was a little bland, I got the chicken burger. Service was good, it was a little loud but still a decent vibe. A bit in the run down side. Parking was smaller and more challenging coming from the main road. I definitely recommended checking this place out, it's just not a 4-5 star experience. Also I think the food truck closed and isn't vegan anymore. Not sure if the new one has vegan options. read more

Sunny's Backyard - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

I liked this little bar! Came here on a Wednesday night for trivia with my husband. We were primarily on their outside patio area most of the time. I'm writing this in December, so they had a bunch of string lights and other Christmas decorations put up. It was very nice and festive. My husband and I end up winning second prize in trivia, so we were gifted a gift card for Sunny's. We ended up using it that same night on some grinch themed drinks. We sat inside while we drank those, and the vibes are very cozy on the inside. The place to sit inside are pretty limited, it's the bar, one table, a long table against the wall, and that's about it. Oh, and they have a pool table in the back. There were two bartenders the night we went, they were both friendly, although the dark haired one was a bit friendlier than the other. But all in all, the service was good, the drinks were strong, and the vibes were cozy. read more

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I'm not sure why it's taken me so long to review Sunny's Backyard. I think I've been here more this year than anywhere else. The vibes are cool and casual. Staff is always incredibly friendly. This spot is great for a chill date, a friend hang out, or even just grabbing some vegan food on your own. The outdoor seating is fantastic; spacious, clean, and there's a big Jenga to play if you're so inclined. They have karaoke and trivia nights I think weekly, but better to check. I prefer to sit inside, but be warned seating is pretty limited comparatively. I often sit at the bar. The loaded fries are pretty big, I highly encourage sharing of that one. The wings (10 piece) are great and the burgers are too. You really can't go wrong w/ anything on the menu. I'll probably come back some time before the year is up. read more

We stopped here on a whim after wanting one more nightcap. What a treat. Great drink options. Love the frozens when it's so hot out. Small inside but get a drink and walk through to the amazing back yard. There was a super fun band playing. Festive but not too loud. Plenty of seating and I loved the colored lights. Great old Austin feel. read more

Sunny's Backyard - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

I want to sing high praises until the end of my days! Love this spot! Definitely going to add it to my list of favorites. The vibe is so fun! It's a little food truck park with a stage and tons of cute tables. The groovy food truck puts guests in a good mood. The food is pricey but delicious. I tried the Brussel Sprout Salad which was flavorful and tart and delicious. A bit salty but a huge portion size. The Bulgogi Tacos could have fooled me as REAL MEAT. I don't think I have ever seen a meat alternative that even reminded me of meat but this was excellent and delicious. it was flavorful and crunchy and tart. Every bite was a party in my mouth. read more

Sunny's Backyard - Bulgogi Tacos - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Y'ALL - VEGAN HEAVEN. Sunny's hits the nail on the head for flavorful, hearty, delicious pub inspired bar food for vegans and "regular" people alike. The bulgogi tacos were our favorite with a crispy wonton shell and well marinated imitation meat inside. The brussel sprouts, a true indication of culinary skills since they are so common, were also excellent with a miso-like sauce and just the right amount of crispness. Ok the setup. They have a small bar inside with a few bar stools as well as a large outside backyard with picnic tables and smaller 4 person tables. The ambiance is very casual and comfortable. Each table has a number and special QR code which allows you to order and pay through your phone and have the food brought right to your table - excellent for minimizing contact during these COVID times. Drinks. Happy hour is offered 5-6:30pm and 10-11pm even on weekends. While the ranch water and margarita weren't the best, a little weak in my opinion, the pineapple frozen was excellent and tasted similar to a pina colada. They also have a full bar and a few beers on tap. Overall, really excellent. Definitely recommend. read more

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How is it possible for a city that got its name for "keeping it weird," that celebrates craft beer, and hosts a above average percentage of plant-based denizens hasn't yet found a way to combine these factors into one harmonious outpost? At least, it hadn't, up until now. Sunny's Backyard is the first 100% vegan bar, or pub, as they call themselves, to hit Austin. Still open softly, the interior of the building is still closed, but they're slinging food fast and furious from the trailer parked out front. While it's not exactly a drinking destination yet, until they get their liquor license, the beer is FREE! That said, the food itself is reason enough to trek out ot the east side. We're talking wonton cheese sticks served with sriracha aioli, giant soft pretzels, and fried banana peppers, just to get you started. Don't be deterred by the healthy-sounding Brussels sprout salad. They're actually fried to crispy, cravable perfection, drenched in a sweet and sour ponzo sauce, drizzled with spicy, creamy aioli, and finish with pickled vegetable. It's brilliantly balanced, and also an impressive pile of food. You definitely get your money's worth here! If you can only order one thing, though, make it the street dog. It's not just a meatless frank; it's dipping in beer batter, covered in French fries, and slathered in more of that godly creamy sauce. Highly Instagrammable, yes, but also delicious. Even without all systems go, I'm already smitten with this new watering hole. Honesty, it's hard to imagine it getting even better, but you can bet I'll come back to see it happen! read more

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Tasty dive-like bar with vegan comfort pub food. Had the burger and it was good. Next time I'd ditch the mustard but your mileage may vary. The wings have a lot of flavor choices. They're kind of small and crunchy. Will try again. read more

Vegan food does NOT have to be boring and Sunny's Backyard is changing the game by offering pub food, but made vegan! When I came I got their Loaded Fries ($13) where take beer battered waffle fries, load them with Credo queso, "spare rib", & jalapeños with garlic aioli. Absolutely wonderfully made. The "short rib" was the biggest surprise and you could've fooled even The Liver King himself. It also had this nice mildly sweet sauce that went very well with the creamy aioli and nutty cheese. The fries had a nice crispy/soft contrast of texture that made it fun to eat as well. All in all, I have no complaints about this dish and it's easily one of my top 3 vegan plates in town. Whether you're plant-based your self or just looking for some amazing fries - make sure to come on out! I give 'em a 4.75/5! read more

Sunny's Backyard - Loaded Fries - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Love it! The plant based menu is awesome and our bartender was very helpful and friendly. The Brussels were delicious. Pretzel bites average but the sauces slapped! read more

Sunny's Backyard - Brussels Sprouts Salad and Pretzel Bites - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Every time I go to ATX, it is a mission of mine to try a new Vegan restaurant. I came here with a fellow veganese and she's been hyping it up all week. Alright alright! Sunny's LFG!!! We enter a cute retro bar and head to the back patio where picnic tables sprawl out against a GORGEOUS tree that towered over us and its large branches provided all the shade for every table. Sunny's food trailer parks off the one side and you can order drinks on the other end. After drooling over the entire menu, I finally decided on the crispy fried cheese rolls and the Spare rib wrap. Holy moly those cheese rolls did it for me. Chao cheese wrapped in wonton wrappers and deep-fried with a spicy sriracha aioli. WHAT. So crunchy and the cheese melted and oozed out with each bite. Yo. This is a MUST GET. The spare rib wrap is so savory. The ribs had a nice chewy texture, marinated in a soy-based sauce that smashed that umami craving. It is wrapped with ponzu fried rice...ponzu fried rice?? YUM. It's got a hint of spice and a bit of tang from the pickled cabbage. It ain't healthy, but you don't go to Sunny's for healthy food. I took a bite of my friend's brussel sprout salad and my eyes rolled back there too. I love a good crispy roasted brussel sprout salad. The Asian-inspired flavors mixed so well! We came on Wednesday and played Trivia! Very fun and creative trivia rounds, we placed 3rd!! (out of 4 teams shh...) but only the top 2 won prizes. So close! Next time we will dominate. Great spot and I'm glad I got to try it. Highly recommend! read more

We went to get dinner at another place and it ended up being closed, so did a quick search to find another nearby option and ended up at Sunny's. All I saw was "casual tavern food" and I was sold. We show up and love the cozy, 70s vibe and go to order. My boyfriend pointed out it was a vegan menu right as we ordered. We had no idea! I don't think I would have noticed from eating the food had he not pointed that out. Everything tasted great. As non-vegans, we enjoyed stepping out of our usual eating habits. Loved the queso with the pretzels. On their own, the pretzels were just okay but the queso made them a good starter. Sandwich was yummy but wish it had some sort of ranch to dip it in. Glad we have a cute spot to take vegan friends to! read more

Sunny's Backyard - Buffalo chicken sandwich & pretzel bites - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I'm not a vegan but sometimes I pretend to be on for TV. The ordering process was seamless through toast tab. Also, I love how everything is set up here. I brought my dog and we hung out for a few hours. My tacos were delicious! I want to try everything else on the menu. They were a little messy, but the sauce was on point and it was tender and flavorful. read more

Sunny's Backyard - Bulgogi Tacos not a vegan but loved them - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Went to Sunny's Backyard as an after work hangout spot on a nice day. TLDR: the place was nice, but the food did not impress (to be fair, I'm NOT a vegetarian/vegan and I didn't try everything, so I may be back to update the review). Overall, Sunny's is a good hangout spot if you're looking for a quiet patio behind a cute little unassuming bar. Entered and picked up a beer (they have a few on tap, plus cocktail options). Then headed back to the patio (dog-friendly, low key, great spot to hang). Ordered from the food truck (must order via the app which I didn't know until I was told to head back to my seat to do so) and picked the Crispy Fried Cheese Rolls and the Bulgogi Tacos. Again, I am NOT vegan but am happy to eat any kind of food that tastes good. The cheese rolls were crispy but tasted nothing like cheese (even my vegetarian coworker said they were a bit "off"). The tacos were served in a nice crunchy wonton-like shell, but were covered in a burned-tasting sauce (maybe to cover the fact that they weren't real meat?) My coworker did get the brussel sprouts which were very good. As I said, overall a nice place to hang out, but just didn't love the food that I got. Maybe next time. read more

I've been a vegetarian my whole life so my standards for vegan food are fairly high. That being said, I can see how Sunny's Backyard could be very appealing to people who are trying to go vegan/vegetarian. Let me start off with the restaurant itself: I absolutely love the concept of an indoor bar leading to an outdoor back patio, and the execution of that concept was well done at Sunny's. The waitstaff were incredibly patient and answered any questions we had. Now to the food: I thought it was kind of mid considering the price point, but my partner thought it was great! Which is why I say as someone who is trying to eat less meat, this place is definitely a great option due to its creative uses of meat substitutes. But if you do not like meat substitutes, I might pass on Sunny's for the food but definitely go for the drinks and vibes. read more

Sunny's Backyard - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Our current fave vegan bar/patio. Grab a beer and some noms and sit out under a huge tree. Every thing we've tried so far is amazing. Good size portions and great flavor. read more

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This place has a cute vibe outside and the flavors definitely packed a punch. We ordered two cocktails, the loaded fries, buffall bites and a cheesy burger and all of it was was so yummy. I loved the tangy pickles and salas that came with the bites and the caramelized crunchy bites on top of the loaded fries. They have live music and trivia over the summer so definitely worth checking it out on a busier night. read more

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Loooove this spot! I've been focused on eating more plant based items lately and their options are heaven sent! I love visiting for their Saturday happy hour to grab a bite and one of their mules! Also the portions are HUGE! read more

Sunny's Backyard - Spare Rib Wrap - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Sunny's backyard is gem. If you want a chill low key spot to relax and unwind after a long work day with yummy vegan food and a drink then this is the spot for you! The bartender and owner are always welcoming. Their service and food are awesome. I recommend trying the vegan wings, garlic burger, and loaded fries! They also have a solid happy hour. read more

Omg! Quaint, local. Great vegan eatery with local beers on tap. This place is not on the list of things to do for visiting Austin but should be.... read more

Sunny's Backyard - Kelsey ordering beer - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Cute, delicious, and vegan!! Never thought I would taste the sweet and salty of bulgogi again but Sunnys made it happen!! I was amazed and fooled by how on point their seasoning and texture was to real bulgogi. The wonton chip/taco shell was stellar - oily, crispy and crunchy. The yum yum bowl is a good option if you're not wanting to get your hands dirty and need something a bit more hearty. The street dog, aka a hotdog wrapped in crunchy waffle fries, was a fried lovers dream. Lacking a bit of sauce so I'd ask for some extra on the side! Drinks also stellar IMO especially if you favor a lighter drink. Their take on the classics of a mint mojito and Texas mule went perfectly with our meal. Will be back to try more of their menu. But will wear some long sleeves or bring some bug repellent because I got eaten all over haha. read more

Sunny's Backyard - Yum yum bowl - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Let me start off by saying that I am not a vegetarian so definitely not vegan ...and I LOVE this place. The food is amazing. I simply cannot believe that it is completely vegan. My husband and I had the bulgogi tacos for an appetizer and it was delicious. Whatever they used for the meat tasted BETTER than regular bulgogi meat and that's saying a lot because I love my bulgogi. My husband had the street dog and I got the backyaed burger. Both were great choices! I also got the Take Me Higher cocktail and, just like everything else, it was great!! I love food. All kinds of food. Didn't ever think that began food could be this good! Definitely give this place a try, you WILL NOT be disappointed! read more

Sunny's Backyard - Tasty drink "Take me Higher" - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Would give it 4.5 if I could....this was a little gem to find! I'd never heard of the place before I ended up there, and I was very happy that I did. The menu has a wide variety and made it a bit hard to choose just one thing (which is why I got two). The outdoor seating is nice, though the music choice was pretty questionable at times, and the food is great! The ranch was a little dilly (not sure why vegan places feel the need to do this), and they were very liberal with the amount of sauce applied to anything and pretty much everything. The cheese is more liquid too, which made the burgers extremely prone to falling apart. Nonetheless, super good and would take non-vegans here for fun! read more

Sunny's Backyard - Korean BBQ Chicken Hot Chicken Sandwich - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

First time in Austin and we ended up at Sunny's Backyard. Wow, what an overall fantastic experience. First off, this place is 100% vegan, which I'm not, but my friends have been ever so slowly easing me into it and I must say, I was not disappointed. Sunny's has a very cool, retro laid-back vibe going on as soon as you walk in. There's a bar inside with seats and a few other places to sit towards the back. But there's also a large outdoor backyard (hence the name!) with a whole bunch of tables. It's dog-friendly too! I was told they do trivia and live music back here occasionally as well. Would love to check that out next time. It's all order at the bar and the food is made in a groovy-looking food truck in the backyard. I wasn't starving so I ordered the Loaded Fries and, oh my, loaded they were! Waffle fries with jalapeños, a vegan queso spread and a "spare rib" that could've fooled me. It tasted great. My friends both ordered the special Chili Cheese Dog, which they devoured. I had a taste of the chili on top (made in-house) and was very impressed. This was the specialty menu item of the week, so if the Chili Cheese Dog happens to be offered when you're there, get after it! We also ordered the Crispy Banana Peppers for the table and they were on point, very tasty with a nice kick that wasn't overwhelming. Everything hit the spot and can't wait to try some more menu items in the future (I was eyeing the pretzel at the next table). To the beer! I tend to just stick with beer but they do have a full bar and even had some frozen drink options. I love how their tap list is all local breweries. They had lagers, IPAs, sours, etc. I was informed that they try to never have the same beer on tap twice, which is cool because you'll always have something new to experience. I noticed they also have some of your regular beer staples in bottles and cans. Their Happy Hour was a pretty good deal too. The service I thought was great. Again, it's all order at the bar, both food and drink, then they give you a number for your table and bring the food out to you. Worked like a charm. There's also a window to the bar in the backyard, so you don't have to go back inside to order. Smart and convenient. I was quite impressed with the staff members I interacted with, from the bartenders to those in the food truck to the owners, they were all professional, wicked nice and so helpful and knowledgeable. I really appreciated the time they took to recommend things and explain how it all worked. For first-timers, we felt like regulars! To sum up, I definitely plan on returning to Sunny's when I'm back in Austin. It was a real highlight of the trip. I always try to support a local business like this when I'm in a new city, where the hard work, care and passion is so evident. Great spot, great people, great experience. Highly recommended. read more

We stumbled upon this food truck and I'm so glad that we did. It's mostly an outdoor setting but they do have some space inside. We ordered the loaded fries (very yummy), Brussel sprout salad (surprisingly pretty good, the Brussel sprouts were cooked perfectly) and the spare rib wrap (very different but good, kinda has that slight sweet and savory taste). They were out of a lot of items on the menu so I'm excited to come another time to try some more yummy vegan dishes. read more

Dont come here if you looking for a pleasant atmosphere this place was dingy and smelled like mold. Most of the bar chairs are broken and couldn't support me. The blond bar tender was extremely rude and basically fat shamed me for not being able to fit in the chair because it kept falling over so she kicked us out. Didn't ask if I was okay or needed help she just thought I was drunk. Also didn't know what a single tall drink was so kept charging us for a double. Male bartender was also a pos, my husband was trying to explain the situation and he obviously didn't care and kept putting his hands on him pushing him out. Extremely rude. read more

This restaurant was delicious! Whether you are are vegan or not, you will love this food. They offer impossible burgers, loaded fries, drinks, the works! It is American comfort food in a chill, fun environment. They had a little sellers camp happening so we could shop while we were waiting on our food, lots of ambient light, picnic tables and a cool aesthetic. The food was hot, cooked to order and delicious. Anytime you are in Austin, and want to hit a local spot, hit up Sunny's backyard for a burger and a beer! read more

Sunny's Backyard - Sitting outside on the picnic benches - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

I really enjoyed the food here. I also love that they have plant based food and a dog friendly patio! The fried banana pepper were really yummy and creative. The Korean BBQ chicken nuggets (Veg) were delicious and I loved the slaw that came with it. The only thing I didn't think was that great was the Bulgogi taco. It had obviously been burnt in some spots. Which unfortunately with plant based substitutes does not add a smokey flavor, it just makes it taste burnt. The wonton shell also just fell apart immediately. I think it was a neat idea in theory, but I would have rather had a normal tortilla with maybe some crispy wonton strips on top instead? I don't know exactly, but it just didn't really work for me. I still want to go back and try more from their menu, overall it's a neat place! read more

Sunny's Backyard - Crispy Banana Peppers, Korean BBQ Chicken (Veg), Bulgogi Taco - Pubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

If you're looking to be talked down to, mediocre drink service, and attempted credit card theft, then this is your spot. Otherwise stay away. Food was good, woman bartender was nice, but the male bartender was a total POS. First he forgot to pour a drink for me. When I asked for it he tried charging me again. That was sorted out, said no big deal sh*t happens and they're busy, and I kept the tab open. Bad miatake. When I went back I ordered another round of drinks and asked to close it. Paid, took the drinks to the table, then went back for the rest (couldn't carry everything at once) and to get my credit card. The f***ing loser LOST it. He kept saying over and over how he was positive he gave it to me, literally saying he would know better than me and specifically remembered giving it to me, and even tried starting to take someone else's order like I was some idiot. NOT COOL. I had to say I was going to call the police before anyone actually started looking for it and, surprise, surprise, the woman bartender found it. It wasn't just that this asshole lost my card, it was how incredibly dismissive and chauvinistic he behaved and how the woman then kept saying how it was her fault (taking the fall/ making excuses for his atrocious behavior) that has made me swear off ever returning again. read more

Great food, great vibes, great staff, great patio, reasonable prices. I'm surprised you're not eating here right now. It's all plant based food coming from a truck at a bar that sits on the old location of Hard Luck Lounge and La Officina. You're probably already familiar with the layout and bar. It's a tight fit in the colder months but they'll get a fire going for you outside and the food truck is about as good as any other place you might go for vegan food. I am sad they stopped doing their spare rib wrap but that's life. I've enjoyed everything else on the menu though. The owners and staff are some real cool motherfuckers, too. read more

Rated it a 2 because the fries were good. Everything else was below mediocre. Had the Korean bbq, fries, chicken sandwich and garlic burger and all weren't as expected. read more

This review is for drinks only, I haven't tried the food. I've been twice now and both times I was hoping for a better cocktail selection. The decor is super retro cute, just need some work on the drinks and bartending. For example, they don't have ginger beer which should be a staple. My fiancé also had an old fashioned served to him with a straw which shows a lack of understanding on how to make a very standard cocktail. The bartenders seem bored. It's nice for bartenders make a little friendly conversation with guests when it's slow. I'm sure with a few tweaks they can improve. read more

They've got potential! Currently just a vegan food truck with some picnic tables out back but soon to be a bar and patio, too. Parking it limited, but the restrooms are clean, and service is the fastest I've ever encountered at a vegan food truck. The food is beautiful. Much of it was a bit too heavy and fried for my taste, but it was tasty. Standouts were the Brussels sprouts and loaded waffle fries. My friends report the pretzel was best they've ever had. There are some lighter items on the menu, so I'm looking forward to trying again when they have beverages. read more

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Vegan and in a mood for a good savory burger? Yeap, this is the place to go. As a group we ordered almost everything in the menu. We could not decide what was our favorite. Our must try recommendations are the wonton cheese sticks, crispy banana peppers, hot stuff burger and the traditional Backyard burger. Yum! read more

Super cute little spot pretty close to the airport. the kitchen is open until 10 but it's perfect if you picked up your fave vegan from the airport. most importantly the price to food ratio is so good. we got the korean fried "chicken", loaded fries, and yum yum bowl and overall sensational. super great and i can't wait for the weather to get better and really enjoy the outdoor patio. read more

Super yummy vegan food. We got the Brussels sprout salad, the fried banana peppers and the street dog. They were all super tasty, although the dog is a little strange -- it's a vegan dog and fries that are then maybe all friend again together? May skip that one next time, but overall enjoyed the flavors a lot! read more

Awesome vegan oasis some of the best Austin has to offer. My bar tender was super nice and recommended cool places to view in Austin while I was here for the weekend. The loaded fries are amazing, could feed 2 people. The Asian style tacos were amazing, must try. read more

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The vegan food truck closed. Last time I went they had a pop up burger menu. Bartender said they would have different offerings (including vegan menu items) in the future but seemed uncertain about what and when. The drinks here aren't the best but the atmosphere was chill. read more