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    Sunny's Backyard

    4.3 (75 reviews)
    ModeratePubs, Music Venues

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    Live music
    Casual
    Dogs allowed

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    Grinch themed neon sign inside
    Sean M.

    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.

    Emily K.

    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.

    Bulgogi Tacos
    Tracey Z.

    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.

    Bulgogi tacos
    Hannah F.

    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.

    Brussels sprouts salad
    Hannah K.

    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!

    Loaded Fries
    Anthony M.

    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!

    Brussels Sprouts Salad and Pretzel Bites
    Amy S.

    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!

    Buffalo chicken sandwich & pretzel bites
    Katie R.

    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!

    Bulgogi Tacos  not a vegan but loved them
    Angela M.

    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.

    Aishwarya K.

    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.

    Brussel sprouts salad is more a ginormo appetizer of amazing Brussels with a sassy sauce, hold the salad. It's our favorite.
    Suzy D.

    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.

    Roshni S.

    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.

    Spare Rib Wrap
    Mia A.

    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!

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    Ambiance is awesome! Super fun for a date night and all VEGAN is so rare to find! This place is quaint and had a great drink menu!

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    Love the decor! The food is great bar food, definitely recommend getting the loaded fries.

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    This place was so delicious!! The loaded fries were out of this world. Moreover, the outside eating area was really nice. We will be back.

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    Vegan Korean food with a 70s vibe? Yup it exists. And it's absolutely phenomenal and you have to try it.

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    The food is seriously some of my favorite vegan food in town. Would totally recommend!

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    Absolutely incredible. The food was amazing, the bar is very cute with a large patio, and the service was great. I can't wait to go back.

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    Meagan, thank you for the kind words! We can’t wait to have you back!

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