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Mostly sours offered due to the whiskey and tequila mixes. Opted for a rum drink. Although they were out they made something similar. Service is spotty but was able to get indoor seating while waiting Cool ambiance and vibe
We arrived on a Saturday night around 9:45 without a reservation. Look for the green light in the alley. The hostess offered us standing room in the bar or to come back at 10:45 for a table- so we zipped around the corner to King Bee to kill an hour. We returned on time and was promptly sat- shout out to the hostess she was so nice. I ordered the tiki drink first, which was good but a little basic- tasted like a generic drink. However my second cocktail was amazing! It was the Japanese one with green tea and sake and like oil. It was crystal clear like water but then the taste exploded in your mouth- would order again! Overall cool concept and great vibes!
This was a pretty cool spot and we had to go around and knock on the door with usually a password to get in but we didn't have to do that. We had reservations for a party of 7. The music is kind of loud in the corner we were in but the vibes were cool and the decor were pretty. The toilet, toilet paper and so much of the bathroom was black so I had to turn the flashlight on my phone. Haha My bf and I both got the zero proof drinks: * THE WINK AND NOD - PEACH TEA, CINNAMON GRAPEFRUIT, LIME, GRENADINE $10 * OKONOMIYAKI - FERMENTED ROSEMARY & GARLIC HONEY, GINGER, LEMON, BASIL OIL $10 The okonomiyaki was soooo good that I had to get another one! Highly recommend!
What a cool speakeasy experience! The vibe is eclectic, romantic, and full of character. When we arrived, we rang the bell a few times and, unfortunately, had to wait about 10 minutes in the cold before someone answered the door. Once seated, there was another wait before our order was taken. We tried four different drinks: Mezcal Blossom, Mi Besos Ranchero, Similares Sour, and Jan 1, 2001 Tokyo. My favorite was the Jan 1, 2001 Tokyo. I'm not usually a whiskey drinker, but I was intrigued by the "milk-washed" whiskey, and it did not disappoint--it was incredibly smooth! The hint of matcha was a perfect touch. Despite the initial wait, I'd 100% come back here--it's a unique and memorable spot!
Super sexy vibes in here yall! It's dark and moody ambiance is so fun. The decor is so well done and on theme for Mexico City vibes. We sat at the bar and ordered two mezcal cocktails and loved them!! We got el kyoto and mezcal blossom - both fruity and mezcal based. The mezcal blossom had such amazing flavors and lightness and the kyoto was fruity with raspberry and lychee. Both incredible - service was great even tho bar was packed. A little small bar and seating area so definitely make reservations to avoid waiting for a spot!
What an incredibly magical speakeasy in the heart of my neighborhood. Just a hop, skip, and a jump away to a true adult wonderland. In true speakeasy style, a passcode is provided to you just before your visit. Access is secured and you must follow the entry rules. Once inside it's truly like a dream come true. Mexican & Japanese worlds fuse together starting with the interior design and vibe. From the windows, seating, bar, and decor to the drinks and service. It's above four-star service. The drinks are true works of art served in a glass. Each sip taking you into another realm with flavor, design, and a real mastering of the cocktail. Signature and classic cocktails with a twist on fragrant tastes and zests.
Trona is a very fun and eclectic speakeasy. I was in a group of 4 around 5 pm when the place had just opened up on a Saturday and were seated immediately. The bartender was so kind to make us tasting flights of the drinks we were curious about so we could taste before we place the order. We ended up getting the actual drink from the sampler because the drinks are THAT good. The art of these drinks was so cool and unique. It's nothing like I've ever tasted before. I also loved the ambiance, the music and the vibe of the place. Would 1000% recommend visiting here for the drinks and the vibes.
Great place for upscale drinks. We were able to get a reservation on the patio for a Saturday night. The patio is very nice and it basically feels like you're indoors. I peeked my head into the bar, and the vibes were very dark and moody. I actually prefer sitting outside because it was easier for me and my partner to talk. We ordered five drinks total. From most to least favorite, we ordered the El Chepe, Fujiyama Mama, Odori Negroni, Oaxacan Ol' Fash, and River Daughter. The bottom two on our list were still good, but they felt less complex or unique than the other. The Odori Negroni was nice and smooth with a slight sweetness from the prickly pear gin. Definitely one of my favorite Negronis I've had. The Fujiyama is for people who don't want to taste alcohol in their drink. It is sweet, fruity, and tropical, and I loved the ube foam on top. The El Chepe was both of our favorites. It was on the sweeter side with the pineapple, but the pepper and cilantro added interesting layers of spice and herbal notes. Every sip was delicious. The service wasn't the most attentive because we were outside, but that just allowed us to chat and stay longer. There is also free parking in the lot nearby.
I was afraid this would be another trendy spot with overpriced cocktails- but I found out I'm paying for the amazing quality they provided. The cocktails were fantastic. We tried three different cocktails during our date night. The Coco Frida was refreshing and minty, the Wakata- which was my favorite- was a twist on an Old Fashioned with chocolate bitters, and the Uruapan Expreso was delicious and arrived to the table with a fancy presentation. You definitely have to have a reservation, which can be hard to come by, if you visit W-S. Monday/Tuesday they allow walk-ins. This is a small space with limited seating. The employees were incredibly kind and different bartenders even stopped by the table to ask about our drinks and to check-in. We found everyone to be very friendly. We had a great night here! FYI- there is no food, just cocktails, so pair this spot with a restaurant for the perfect date night.
I cannot help but gush at Trona after 2 visits. I love a good cocktail bar, but there's lots of good cocktail bars in Austin. What are there not a lot of? AMAZING staff. Plenty of other bars have friendly staff that have done a great job, obviously. But something's different at Trona. Somehow the staff has made me feel like part of the family. The owner Tatanka is great and he's assembled an all-star lineup of bartenders and servers that really make it a 5* experience. This is one of the rare times "I'd give it 6* if I could." I posted a handful of photos of drinks I've had there, but for me the experience is what brings me back. Cocktails are great, clearly. Welcome to the neighborhood, Trona, hope you're here for a long time.
Aesthetic cocktail lounge in East Austin, but very limited seating and the inside definitely feels crammed. Not a bad place to try once but nothing special on the cocktail menu + no food or light bites offered besides olives
9 months ago
Hands down my favorite bar I have been too. It's beautiful the moment you walk in. The architecture and design creates such a cool vibe. The drinks.... Seriously....The best I've had. Very impressed with the drinks and I enjoyed the inspiration of Japanese liquor and design. Our bartender was so attentive and friendly. He made us shots and it was the best thing I've ever had. I been dreaming of the shot everyday. I recommend this place to everyone now. It's dark, it's quiet, it's cool, it's THAT bar. I cannot wait to come back again and again and again. We aren't locals. Not even close. We drove 9 hours. 10/10 will be back read more
11 months ago
My husband and I went to Trona recently for my birthday. I'd seen photos and promotion (by local influencers) and thought it looked like a cool spot with a funky vibe. Being that we live south, it's rare we ever venture out to the east side so I was excited to try it. We had a 6pm reservation on a Wednesday and were promptly seated at a table. We're big fans of sitting at the bar if available, so we asked to switch and it was no problem. The main reason we came to Trona was due to a pop-up happening by Foodie + Tina. Excellent handrolls, crudo and even the chicory salad was amazing. The cocktails we tried were new to the menu as of this week and came with Christmas flair. They were good but not mind-blowing. The bartenders were super nice and easy to talk to. It was really dark which is normal for a speakeasy but as another reviewer suggested, makes it difficult to read the menu. One thing I noticed was they were burning white copal and it took me immediately to Tulum, MX - smells so good! Parking was easy, in an alley nearby. It might be helpful for customers if they had signage in/near the parking lot - we were unsure if we were in the right spot initially. read more
Mostly sours offered due to the whiskey and tequila mixes. Opted for a rum drink. Although they were out they made something similar. Service is spotty but was able to get indoor seating while waiting Cool ambiance and vibe read more
2 years ago
We arrived on a Saturday night around 9:45 without a reservation. Look for the green light in the alley. The hostess offered us standing room in the bar or to come back at 10:45 for a table- so we zipped around the corner to King Bee to kill an hour. We returned on time and was promptly sat- shout out to the hostess she was so nice. I ordered the tiki drink first, which was good but a little basic- tasted like a generic drink. However my second cocktail was amazing! It was the Japanese one with green tea and sake and like oil. It was crystal clear like water but then the taste exploded in your mouth- would order again! Overall cool concept and great vibes! read more
This was a pretty cool spot and we had to go around and knock on the door with usually a password to get in but we didn't have to do that. We had reservations for a party of 7. The music is kind of loud in the corner we were in but the vibes were cool and the decor were pretty. The toilet, toilet paper and so much of the bathroom was black so I had to turn the flashlight on my phone. Haha My bf and I both got the zero proof drinks: * THE WINK AND NOD - PEACH TEA, CINNAMON GRAPEFRUIT, LIME, GRENADINE $10 * OKONOMIYAKI - FERMENTED ROSEMARY & GARLIC HONEY, GINGER, LEMON, BASIL OIL $10 The okonomiyaki was soooo good that I had to get another one! Highly recommend! read more
What a cool speakeasy experience! The vibe is eclectic, romantic, and full of character. When we arrived, we rang the bell a few times and, unfortunately, had to wait about 10 minutes in the cold before someone answered the door. Once seated, there was another wait before our order was taken. We tried four different drinks: Mezcal Blossom, Mi Besos Ranchero, Similares Sour, and Jan 1, 2001 Tokyo. My favorite was the Jan 1, 2001 Tokyo. I'm not usually a whiskey drinker, but I was intrigued by the "milk-washed" whiskey, and it did not disappoint--it was incredibly smooth! The hint of matcha was a perfect touch. Despite the initial wait, I'd 100% come back here--it's a unique and memorable spot! read more
2 years ago
Super sexy vibes in here yall! It's dark and moody ambiance is so fun. The decor is so well done and on theme for Mexico City vibes. We sat at the bar and ordered two mezcal cocktails and loved them!! We got el kyoto and mezcal blossom - both fruity and mezcal based. The mezcal blossom had such amazing flavors and lightness and the kyoto was fruity with raspberry and lychee. Both incredible - service was great even tho bar was packed. A little small bar and seating area so definitely make reservations to avoid waiting for a spot! read more
What an incredibly magical speakeasy in the heart of my neighborhood. Just a hop, skip, and a jump away to a true adult wonderland. In true speakeasy style, a passcode is provided to you just before your visit. Access is secured and you must follow the entry rules. Once inside it's truly like a dream come true. Mexican & Japanese worlds fuse together starting with the interior design and vibe. From the windows, seating, bar, and decor to the drinks and service. It's above four-star service. The drinks are true works of art served in a glass. Each sip taking you into another realm with flavor, design, and a real mastering of the cocktail. Signature and classic cocktails with a twist on fragrant tastes and zests. read more
Trona is a very fun and eclectic speakeasy. I was in a group of 4 around 5 pm when the place had just opened up on a Saturday and were seated immediately. The bartender was so kind to make us tasting flights of the drinks we were curious about so we could taste before we place the order. We ended up getting the actual drink from the sampler because the drinks are THAT good. The art of these drinks was so cool and unique. It's nothing like I've ever tasted before. I also loved the ambiance, the music and the vibe of the place. Would 1000% recommend visiting here for the drinks and the vibes. read more
2 years ago
1 year ago
Great place for upscale drinks. We were able to get a reservation on the patio for a Saturday night. The patio is very nice and it basically feels like you're indoors. I peeked my head into the bar, and the vibes were very dark and moody. I actually prefer sitting outside because it was easier for me and my partner to talk. We ordered five drinks total. From most to least favorite, we ordered the El Chepe, Fujiyama Mama, Odori Negroni, Oaxacan Ol' Fash, and River Daughter. The bottom two on our list were still good, but they felt less complex or unique than the other. The Odori Negroni was nice and smooth with a slight sweetness from the prickly pear gin. Definitely one of my favorite Negronis I've had. The Fujiyama is for people who don't want to taste alcohol in their drink. It is sweet, fruity, and tropical, and I loved the ube foam on top. The El Chepe was both of our favorites. It was on the sweeter side with the pineapple, but the pepper and cilantro added interesting layers of spice and herbal notes. Every sip was delicious. The service wasn't the most attentive because we were outside, but that just allowed us to chat and stay longer. There is also free parking in the lot nearby. read more
6 months ago
7 months ago
I was afraid this would be another trendy spot with overpriced cocktails- but I found out I'm paying for the amazing quality they provided. The cocktails were fantastic. We tried three different cocktails during our date night. The Coco Frida was refreshing and minty, the Wakata- which was my favorite- was a twist on an Old Fashioned with chocolate bitters, and the Uruapan Expreso was delicious and arrived to the table with a fancy presentation. You definitely have to have a reservation, which can be hard to come by, if you visit W-S. Monday/Tuesday they allow walk-ins. This is a small space with limited seating. The employees were incredibly kind and different bartenders even stopped by the table to ask about our drinks and to check-in. We found everyone to be very friendly. We had a great night here! FYI- there is no food, just cocktails, so pair this spot with a restaurant for the perfect date night. read more
I cannot help but gush at Trona after 2 visits. I love a good cocktail bar, but there's lots of good cocktail bars in Austin. What are there not a lot of? AMAZING staff. Plenty of other bars have friendly staff that have done a great job, obviously. But something's different at Trona. Somehow the staff has made me feel like part of the family. The owner Tatanka is great and he's assembled an all-star lineup of bartenders and servers that really make it a 5* experience. This is one of the rare times "I'd give it 6* if I could." I posted a handful of photos of drinks I've had there, but for me the experience is what brings me back. Cocktails are great, clearly. Welcome to the neighborhood, Trona, hope you're here for a long time. read more
2 years ago
Aesthetic cocktail lounge in East Austin, but very limited seating and the inside definitely feels crammed. Not a bad place to try once but nothing special on the cocktail menu + no food or light bites offered besides olives read more
3 years ago
A cute speakeasy-esque bar by Skinny's! My husband and I made a reservation for a Friday afternoon around 6pm. We sat on the patio, which was well lit with lots of plants. There weren't that many people around to be honest. It's a great spot if you want to have a drink and a good conversation. The staff are super chill and can help you find the right drink for your palate. We had to try the two drinks that involved fire - Urupan Ezpreso and the Rattle Snake Sour. The Urupan Ezpreso was FANTASTIC. Like a carajillo but so much better. The Rattle Snake Sour was surprisingly good. You can barely taste the bourbon - more like a lightly sweetened punch. Will come back to try their other cocktails. read more
3 years ago
THE BIG: Located on the east 12th street corridor. Beautiful interior with indoor/outdoor seating. Parking is available in a parking lot close by or street. THE BLACK AND WHITE: The wife and I came here on a Friday afternoon. It wasn't busy and when we knocked in, we had to give the password (typically in the reservation email). However I believe you can come in anytime as long as they have room. The inside is super dark, while the outside seating area is nice and airy. We got the Urupan Ezpreso which was a nice take on the latin american drink the carajillo. There was a burning cinnamon stick for the vibes. We also got the Rattle Snake Sour. It was very nice and is the perfect sipping cocktail. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall the damage done here was around $45 for 2 drinks. Ambiance is great and we'll be back to try other cocktails. read more
3 years ago
We only ordered the one drink, which was beautiful, but a little sweet for my taste (my friend thought it was fine). I liked that you could taste the tequila but it didn't overpower the drink and the black pepper salt was a nice touch. We sat in the semi-enclosed patio area which extends into a darker long interior where the bar is situated along with a single bathroom. I don't consider this a true speakeasy and was a little underwhelmed by the experience as a result, which I had high hopes for. The staff were nice though! It looks like they are releasing a new 2024 menu soon so I may have to come back and try it and will update if anything changes. read more
Loved my evening at Trona. It's been a long wait to get a reservation, but it lived up to all the hype for sure. It's dim and candle lit inside. The interior is simply decorated, with a taxidermy bobcat chilling above the bar. The restroom is also dim and decorated cute, and the toilet paper is black? Haha. I tried the Van's Mule, Rattle Snake Sour, and Jamaica Pinnacles. All of the drinks were very tasty and well balanced. Extra praise for the Rattle Snake Sour because I typically never like bourbon, so this is a big win for me. The only thing they are lacking is food. The only option is olives and I wish there were a few more snack offerings. Definitely recommend Trona for cocktails. Be sure to make a reservation! read more
I had the pleasure of checking out Trona this week with friends! I've seen it for weeks on Instagram and was lucky to snag a reservation. There is free parking in a dirt lot next to Trona, and you walk up to the door, ring the bell, and the host seats you. Inside, it was kind of dark, mood lighting, and honestly a really nice aesthetic vibe. The table was a little on the smaller side, but that seemed to be the case for all of the seating options for 2-4 people. Definitely more of a romantic vibe in that way! The service was great - our waitress checked in on us constantly, gave excellent recommendations, and was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. The cocktails were delicious, and the staff even split a cocktail into two glasses (my boyfriend and I wanted to share a second one). This was just a really nice touch! read more
3 years ago
Great vibes. Good drinks. Drinks were $17-$19 which seems too high for the small portions. They all were great though. You're paying more for the vibes. It's a quiet small spot, nice date night spot! read more
2 years ago
Trona is a lovely bar!! I want to give a solid 4.5 stars but will round up to 5. Only would take off 0.5 because it's a little hard to find and there aren't any happy hour deals on cocktails... but that aside -- the vibes are immaculate! The concept in the alley with a bronze door is cool too, and there's a huge lot nearby with plenty of parking which makes a huge difference. Our servers were attentive and helpful, and answered all our questions. The cocktail I had (the Lychee Rose Garden) was super refreshing and fun too, really liked it! My friend's drink (the Quetzal) was stronger but still really good. Would absolutely rec a visit! read more
2 years ago
The first speakeasy we have been to in Austin, the ambiance is very nice. Majority of the drinks had lime/citrus undertones which I'm not the biggest fan of. We got the Mother Maguey which was very mezcal forward and did not taste like horchata. Ikebana was a lot better, still very strong but enjoyed this drink more. Service was great. Our server regularly checked on us. They have one shared bathroom which is VERY dark. Overall a good bar, drinks are reasonable priced, but I wish they had more variety. read more
3 years ago
11 months ago
This was a nice speakeasy bar that was a little hidden, but it was just hard to find the front entrance. It was dark with dimmed lightning, and intimate inside. Fortunately we had reservation and sat in the corner. The drinks were all handcrafted and delicious. Our waitress was friendly and always checking up on us. Overall, great vibes and good cocktails. read more
My husband and I had a great time at this new speakeasy. The directions on Resy make it easy to find. We never got the "secret password" sent to us, but they still let us in, lol. I love the decor & mood-it's a long walkway with seats on the sides and just very unique. I had a reservation for the bar which was fun, but just know very loud music (quieter at the tables). The drinks were delicious!!!! Do know they are the regular Austin cocktail prices, $16-20 per drink. Tried 4 drinks (2 each) and you can't go wrong. Highly recommend!!! read more
3 years ago
I absolutely love this place for a good cocktail (or 3). It's easy to walk in on Monday/Tuesday and then definitely make reservations for the rest of the week. There's a lot right next door and then you enter from the alley. I really loved the mezcal drink and highly recommend trying a couple on the menu. read more
Overall, my partner and I really enjoyed this bar! We were walkins on a Thursday night and got seated at the bar quickly. Vibes were dark and smelled of incense and I was super into it. It felt cozy but also different than other speakeasies. We each got a cocktail. Jamaica Pinnacles and a mescal drink. Bartender was friendly and refilled our water without asking. Drinks were both solid and pricing was on par with other nice bars in East Austin. If I had one piece of feedback, it would be that the bar seating was not very comfortable (aka noticeably uncomfortable), I felt I was hunching over to see the menu under candle light. read more
3 years ago
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1812 E 12th St
Austin, TX 78702
East Austin
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