One of Austin's top breweries. I enjoy breweries all around the country, but there's only a handful I'll frequent often and this is one of them. Simply put, the beer is solid, the people are kind, the space is welcoming and friendly. It's everything a brewery is supposed to be. read more

Vacancy Brewing is such a great spot to have right next door. The indoor space is pretty small with limited seating, but there is outdoor seating as well. They usually have a couple of food trucks on site, which is a big plus since it gives you solid food options without having to leave. One of the highlights is their karaoke nights. They're always a really fun time and bring great energy to the space. I also tried one of their cocktails and it was really refreshing and not overly sweet, which I appreciated. Overall, it's a laid-back, neighborhood-friendly brewery that's perfect for a casual night out. read more

Vacancy Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Austin, Texas

Really cool little brewery, with inside and outside seating. Two food trucks there as well. Lots of parking. Had the American lager and also a dark lager. Regular was nice, crisp. Dark lager has a nice caramel flavor, but not overpowering. Very friendly staff as well. Highly recommend. read more

Vacancy Brewing - Dark lager - Breweries Near Me - Austin, Texas

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There's nothing I love doing more than exploring Austin's craft beer scene. And like most local craft breweries, there's usually at least one or more food trucks hanging out on the perimeter. It's a small venue with six tables outside and six more inside. Directly across the street you'll find many more attractions known as "The Yard". The parking lot is fairly limited and street parking is less likely. The food served here comes from Salam's food truck and Good Vibrations pizza. I recommend the Fat Man plate from Salam's or choose a pizza with its gas or electric pizza oven inside their truck. They primarily make lagers which are definitely on point. They also serve a beer-a-rita. You can get some beer cans to go, but they are only available on draft everywhere else in town at this point. This is a cashless bar, but you can toss some bills into the tip jar. Definitely a nice venue with a good vibe and music playing overhead. read more

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Vacancy is one of our go-to places! They have great beer, great service, and both in and outdoor seating. We like Vacancy because it is chill, it is quiet enough to have a conversation with friends, and there are always the staples, and fun beers on rotation. Thr pic of my dog is an old one :) the seating area had improved, and Vacancy is still very dog friendly! read more

What a lovely atmosphere. Vacancy is across St Elmo from the yard but you should add it to your stop if you are in the area. Yummy beers and friendly service with a cute and festive atmosphere. They also have great food trucks. Right now it's pizza and Mediterranean. read more

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Came to Vacancy Brewing for a Yelp event and had a great time, even as someone who isn't a big drinker. I ordered a beergarita, which I'd never heard of before, and it was surprisingly delicious. We also tried one of their light beers, and it was incredibly easy and pleasant to drink. The bartenders were chill and fun to talk to, and the overall vibe was lively without feeling overwhelming. Drinks felt smooth, light, and approachable, especially coming from a non-drinker. Plenty of parking when I went, prices were reasonable, and portions were just right for me. Highly recommend trying one of their light beers or the beergarita. Great spot to hang out after grabbing food from the nearby food trucks. I'd definitely return. read more

I'm still chasing the Lucille, lol. Several years ago they had a brew named Lucille that is (still to this day) in the top 10 best things I have ever drank. We still visit vacancy regularly and especially in the month of May when they participate in the Barks for Beers campaign. This year's selections for your pawsport stamp were limited to only 2, usually they have more offerings. There is a food truck on site, a covered patio, limited seating indoors, and a grassy tree covered spot across the parking lot. read more

Vacancy Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Austin, Texas

There are great beers along with an inclusive environment that is dog friendly. With the great food trucks right outside this an excellent spot to go to on a regular basis. read more

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A cozy brewery in South Austin, near St. Elmo (The Yard)! We stopped by on New Year's Day for a drink. I ordered a lavender seltzer, and my boyfriend got a hazy IPA. Both were incredibly refreshing, and I absolutely loved the lavender seltzer! The staff was fantastic, adding to the great experience. I'd definitely come back! read more

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Wow, as a non beer lover, vacancy brewing was a delight. They took the time to explain their options and made recommendations based on our preferences. They have a very light option that kinda tasted more like a cider than a beer! But their highlight has got to be the beergarita. You have to try it, so good!!! Everyone was so nice and the vibes are really chill and lowkey. read more

It's a small brewery. They have good drinks. We came in on bingo day. It was fun. The service is great. They are fast and friendly. Overall a good experience. read more

Vacancy Brewing - Cider, beer and bingo - Breweries Near Me - Austin, Texas

great beers, great vibes, friendly folks! Love this spot and they play great music. Will be back

I can't believe that it has taken me so long to come down to this stellar brewery in the south end of the Yard. Let's start with the most important bit, they are brewing some of the best beer in town, period, full stop. Quality of beer is easily top 5 that I've had in my many years in Austin. They have a beautiful bright tap room with communal tables, a bar top and an outdoor seating area. All of the Pilsners are fantastic for these long summers in ATX. Service is always super friendly on my visits. They have a great wood-fired pizza truck on site as well. Don't get distracted by all the goodies on The north end of the Yard, come down to Vacancy and have some of the best beer in town. read more

Love this brewery! Always able to find a solid beer to drink and also not so beery-beer for my sister who doesn't like beer. I feel like they are one of the few places that allow you to do a shandy (which is a must when Texas gets hot as hell). I love it even more when my favorite food truck found their new home here. SXSE Food co. and Vacancy brews are a solid pairing. If you catch them during the crawfish boil, their lagers or sparkling ale are a perfect match to quench the heat coming from Chef Bob's spicy crawfish read more

Vacancy Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Austin, Texas

I love it here. Solid tap wall. Canned options available to take home. They have plenty of boardgames to keep you & your friends entertained. Good for small or large groups (I think 6-8 people can sit at one table). You can even go all by yourself and you are likely to make a friend. Nice people. New beer is released regularly. It's in a bit of a strange location. Don't question it. You need to go here. You need to try this beer. Plenty of seating inside & outside. Staff is extremely friendly & helpful when trying to decide what delicious brew you're going to consume. I think this is where all nights out should start. & end. I go to bed early. Y'all are trailblazers. read more

Vacancy Brewing - Marilyn mango - mango sour - Breweries Near Me - Austin, Texas

Newer and underrated small brewery in Austin! They have been open for a little over a year and we have been back multiple times since opening last spring. We love that they're part of the seasonal walkabouts that The Yard puts on. They're in a great location with other hot spots for South Austin. They offer flights of 4 so you can try them all without worrying about potentially wasting beer by choosing a full pour you don't enjoy to the fullest. I'm glad to see that they're sticking to a smaller number of core beers, I believe still only 3 (Lucille a golden ale, Margo a dry hopped amber, and June a Pilsner)and the rest are ever changing and seasonal. This definitely gives a brewery more flexibility on appealing a larger customer base and keeps beer lovers like myself coming back more frequently to try out the new brews that get announced and released. My favorite beer from them is the Hitchhiker Hazy IPA. They also seek crawlers and growlers and you can bring your own growler to fill as well. It's a bit more confusing to park over here as there are less obvious parking spots than the main Yard strip of buildings across the road, but it is a short walk if you decide to park over there. At least all the parking is free too! Very kid and dog friendly inside and on the front patio. They have free Wi-Fi and 2 gender neutral bathrooms. Thrill Foods food truck is usually parked out front and man is it difficult to walk past or drink a beer on the outside patio without grabbing a snack from them. The smell is delicious and the shrimp tapas and garlic parmesan fries were amazing and felt light and refreshing in the sun. It is more of a limited menu, but they have perfected the items on it and they're widely flavor friendly for even picky eaters. read more

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We live in Round Rock and make the 30-60 minute drive to Vacancy almost weekly. The owners are hospitable and the staff are people I'd definitely consider my friends. They make very strong efforts to get to know customers, engaging in conversations and sharing laughs. They are dog friendly, both inside and outside. There's a food truck that is parked there but you are also allowed to bring outside food in or get something delivered. There's several other food trucks nearby that you could pop over to and bring to Vacancy. We have been for many of their events, which are well planned and super fun. Their recent anniversary party had a flash tattoo artist, food trucks, DJs, limited edition merch and brews, etc. The beers are fantastic. They have a good rotation of IPAs, lagers, and their staple is the June. All super easy and enjoyable to drink. read more

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I really liked this spot, it was cute. I started off with a beer flight followed by a half pour. You get to choose 3 beers in your flight so I selected the austin sours, mixtape vol. 3 and hitchhiker hazy. I really like the beer and space, if you are in Austin check this brewery out. read more

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Nice taproom, gracious employees, plenty of parking, and delish beer add up to a great experience. I love their Classic Pilsner, it's so clean on a hot day. SXSE food trailer is yummy, too, so make a lunch or dinner of it. read more

Vacancy Brewing - Pilsner and frose, yes please - Breweries Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Good beers (try my girl, Lucille) and the friendliest mustachioed-beertenders make for a nice, intimate place to chat with friends, play trivia with the room, or have a snack (currently Asian-inspired food truck outside) with friends or coworkers or even your kids. The owners make a point to offer a smile, too. The Yard is just across the street, so you can make a full day of it without having to drive. read more

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Tucked in the quieter side of the yard. Vacancy is all I can see when I'm craving a crisp and refreshing pint. Great vibes all around and dog friendly. If you're looking for a good time, make it vacancy time ! read more

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Now here is a place that's simple and quaint. We got here for a birthday get together and just wanted a relaxing time. They gave us that. Large beer selection, asian fusion food truck in the back, We all had a great time just hanging out. read more

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I personally loved this place, hubs would probably give it a 4, but this ain't his review! It's tucked in a corner, across the street from St Elmo. The decor is very naturalist millennial meets Cali meets brewery (read: lots of instagrammable spots). I was pretty impressed with the Lucille! What I've realized about lots of breweries in Texas is that the Beertender typically doesn't actually know very much, especially if you're a frequent beer explorer, like myself. Go with your gut, grab a sample, and find you a good sip. read more

Small brewery in an industrial area turned food and drink area. Across the street are more food and drink options. The interior is bright and inviting. There's an area for outdoor seating. And the SXSE food truck occupies the same space. The Jet Lag hoppy lager is great. I got a can to take home. If I were in the area I'd pop by. read more

Whenever I visit Austin I try to visit a local brewery. It's an abundance of riches in my opinion. So many breweries. So little time. Vacancy Brewing is the latest. While they serve no food, there's a food truck outside. My beer of choice that evening was their Pre Pro Lager which I took to mean pre prohibition. Correct me if I'm wrong. It was good. I enjoyed a second. Vacancy, like so many recent breweries, follows a predictable pattern. Located in an industrial park. Good selection of brews on tap. Creative beer styles. A great place for friends to gather. Service, though busy, was helpful and efficient. There's both inside and outside seating. The usual picnic tables. All in all a pleasant experience worthy of a repeat. My only complaint, if it is that, would be more diversity in the selection. I.e, a porter and maybe a red ale. I'm just saying. Will I be back? Probably. But so many breweries! read more

Spent some time checking out the area and decided to pop over to this place. We decided to each get a beer and then try the flights so we could do some more tastings. Overall this place has a chill vibe and was a great quiet spot to enjoy a nice afternoon with a drink. read more

Vacancy Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Austin, Texas

Cute little spot. Very laid back and mellow on my Barks for Beers tour. I'm not a big beer drinker, so I got their Mango sour. It's just as promised, and puckers your mouth. They have games you can play with your friends too. If you want food, you can order from the QR codes for Little Nonna's and Jet's Pizza. If you're down south and in the area, take a peek! read more

Vacancy Brewing - The Marilyn Mango - Breweries Near Me - Austin, Texas

When a place is dog friendly it steals our hearts. Vacancy Brewing consistently delivers exceptional service and goes out of their way to make us and our pups feel welcome. They have an amazing food truck outside, SXSE, that is hands down one of our Austin faves. I'm surprised this place hasn't blown up but am secretly glad it's our hidden gem. Good beer, better people. read more

This place is a hidden gem! It's tucked back in the little warehouse area by the Yard. We stopped here after going to get bagels at the food truck out front, noticing it was on the Austin Ale Trail map. The inside is super cute, it has a fun artsy vibe with a mural. I can't remember which beer I got, but it was good. I would come back here and try more beers for sure! read more

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I had a few hours to kill and wandered into this off the beaten path brewery. What a happy discovery! I ordered a flight of 3 beers - all distinctively different. Each was great!! My favorite was the Austin Sours. This place is clean and just has an upbeat, happy vibe. I'll definitely return when in the area! The bar tender was friendly and willing to help with selections. read more

Vacancy Brewing - Beer flight - Breweries Near Me - Austin, Texas

We came here what I believe was opening weekend! They had 5 beers on tap, with the option to get a flight (3 pours- $7), beers to go, or full pours to enjoy. They had staples like a Pilsner, or you can try something a little different like the sparkling golden ale (IMO heavy on the brut flavor). They have seating inside as well as outside, and they're dog friendly! They also had some cute shirts/apparel with their logo on it for purchase. I'm looking forward to coming back and trying this place once they expand their selection a little bit, but overall it was good! It's also right down the way from St Elmos Brewing, so add it to your list and hit them up when you're in the area/getting your beer fix. read more

Vacancy Brewing - Flight includes 3 tasters for $7 - Breweries Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I got a flight of the new flavors and they were all delicious. Weather was great for sitting at the picnic tables out front. Service was friendly and helpful. Bathroom was clean. Plenty of parking. read more

I hopped into Vacancy Brewing to do a little studying on a quiet Sunday afternoon. I came in around opening at noon, and there was plenty of parking nearby. It appeared the food truck was accepting orders. They have an indoor seating area and a covered patio area, which I imagine will be really nice once the weather cools off. I ordered both the Juicy Lucy and the Hazy IPA. The bartender was really friendly and helpful. I saw him engaging a lot with customers and helping them make their beer choices (offering samples and suggestions). This was a comfortable place to get some work done. There was music, games, and a dog even sat with his family inside. This place has a great vibe and is definitely more tucked away than some other breweries in the area. read more

Vacancy Brewing - Hazy IPA - Breweries Near Me - Austin, Texas

Tried a whole series of their IPA varietals that we brought home and they are excellent too!

Great place, service and, of course, beer!! Brent and Sara are a great team. He is Austin's top master brewer. The vibe is so upbeat and welcoming! read more

Great spot with friendly staff and amazing beer. I loved the June Pilsner and also their seasonal IPA they had on tap.

New brewery with lots of seating inside and out and dog friendly! Also has a food truck on site and is down the street from St Elmos, Austin Winery etc. The beer was good and I imagine as more people hear about it, the vibe will pick up! read more

Vacancy Brewing - Outdoor seating - Breweries Near Me - Austin, Texas

Visited for the 1st time on Friday 6/25/21. Had the pleasure of meeting the owners who were very friendly, helping serve customers. The gentleman who served us our beers was also very friendly. The beers were all very good and we enjoyed our flights. Sometimes new breweries take time to develop a good list of beers, but I was impressed. The setting was nicely laid out and decorated. Indoor seating with AC for those hot days, as well as outdoor seating. Check out Vacancy and support local independent breweries!! read more

Lovely little spot to grab a brew or a bite to eat whether it's with the family or friends. The atmosphere is really colorful and lively and they have a cute free water station and amazing staff! The food truck just outside this place didn't disappoint either with some really good fried rice. read more