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    Whip In

    3.8 (787 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
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    Moderate noise
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    Dal Tadka
    Westyn R.

    Whip In is an Austin staple. The real ones know. It's part convenience store, part Indian restaurant, part craft beer bar (with some killer bottles to go). I don't think I've ever been to a craft beer spot with Indian food but it's a great idea since I love both. The Indian isn't the most authentic tasting but it's enjoyable. I mostly love the vibes here. There's an outdoor patio with live music, and overall just chill.

    Don L.

    Whip In is a true Austin gem--equal parts cozy, quirky, and delicious. The food is a bold blend of Indian flavors with pub fare--think samosa chaat meets craft beer comfort--and every dish I've tried has been packed with spice and soul. The service is always laid-back but attentive; the staff clearly love what they do and it shows in how welcoming and knowledgeable they are. The ambiance? Unmatched. It's that perfect mix of vintage dive bar, indie bottle shop, and South Asian kitchen--dim lights, mismatched chairs, and live music that makes you want to linger way longer than planned. If you're looking for something authentically Austin and totally unforgettable, Whip In nails it!!!

    chicken tikka kebab
    Edward G.

    May 2025 Parking Advice As you pull up to Whip In on the south bound I-35 service road, there is a very small parking lot that will probably be full, and just past that you'll see...a construction site. If you're looking for more Whip In parking, you'll actually go up a block to Algarita, then turn right, right again on Farmers and then you'll see a sign that says no right turn. You're going to be little rebel and turn right on Mariposa against the sign and find a bit more Whip In parking up on the left. Once all the construction has cleared, you should be able to turn directly onto Mariposa, so all of this advice is just temporary. As for the place itself, Whip In combines a convenience store, bar, and Indian restaurant. The beer selection is legit. Huge tap wall with a ton of options and some harder-to-find brews, plus a good bottle/can/wine selection in the beer cave and fridges that are part of the convenience store. Food-wise, I'd call the menu fusion -- you'll find some Indian staples like samosas and curries, but also loaded nachos with cilantro chutney (so... fusion nachos?). I got the chicken tikka kebab and if you're like me and have a mostly Western palate, this is a good reminder that in Indian cuisine, "kebab" doesn't necessarily mean it comes on skewers. Instead, it came sizzling on a bed of cabbage like Chili's fajitas. No complaints. It was a big portion, nice char, came with naan. Is it the best Indian food in Austin? No. But it's not trying to be. Think of it more as a funky gastropub with solid food, great drink options, and the soul of an old gas station. Where else are you gonna get Indian food with a beer list like this?

    Luna D.

    This place is a convenience store and restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating. We stopped by on a Sunday evening, and the restaurant was completely empty. You order at the counter, and they bring the food to your table--pretty straightforward. The prices were way too high--$11.99 for just six dumplings? That kind of killed the vibe, so we didn't feel like ordering much. The place felt dull and not very inviting, so we didn't want to stick around. We had a couple of beers and tried the hariyali kabab, which was good, then left. There are better spots nearby for the same price.

    TANDOORI CHICKEN TIKKA LEG
    Mohit L.

    Love this place. It's also a brewery which is a +. Had the chicken tikka legs with naan. One plate is definitely enough for two people. I'll definitely come here again!

    Beer and wine board
    Courtney K.

    Way bigger inside than you'd think! Good deals on cocktails - $8 for glass of wine or beer. $7 queso and chips. Chai latte $5 for 16 oz (a huge steal in this economy)! Haven't tried the Indian food but excited to next time

    Chicken biryani and garlic naan
    Jana B.

    Though I've lived in Austin for years, I'd never been to Whip In. It's a beer and wine store that also has a dining room with primarily Indian food and an outside patio for music and events. Sort of quirky. We sat in a booth inside and took so long to decide on our order that they came over to the table to take our order! (The set up is to order at the counter.) We had onion pakora (breaded and fried onions), stoner snacks (loaded French fries), chicken Biryani and garlic naan. All of the food was tasty. They have 70 beers on tap so it's easy to find something you like. Restrooms were very clean. So check this funky Austin place out!

    Karla D.

    I can't even handle the goodness that is Whip In. If you want truly authentic Indian food, this is the place. Note-they've also got other fare on the menu. If you want Prosecco on tap, go. Seriously, anytime a venue has Prosecco or champs on tap I'm a fan for life. I swear it's like they have 100 taps. I exaggerate but I'm not far off. Have I mentioned the stocked walk-in cooler with beverages for purchase? Or how about the coolers and shelves lined with literally any beer or wine you can think of? Literally like being a kid in a candy store. Or rather, an adult in a big kid candy store. Met some really cool fellow patrons sitting at the bar. It's just that kind of place, where you can strike up conversations with people and have a nice time. The service is unbelievable. It's just another one of those rare places where they make you feel like family.

    Samosa

    We decided to drop by for happy hour because we thought the idea was interesting. My partner got 2 beers and we decided to get some food as well. We ordered samosas and they came out very warm with a creamy chutney, but not as spicy as I would've liked. We also ordered the hariyali chicken (forgot to take a picture) & lamb biryani. The hariyali chicken was smothered in flavor & spices and came with another creamy, yummy sauce. My partner asked if they could make the biryani hot since the other items were quite mild (we wished the hariyali chicken would've had some spice to it but might've been our fault for not requesting that). The resulting biryani was quite spicy!! It was interestingly saucy and full of onions. It was too spicy for me to handle but very yummy. Quick service, intriguing decor & good food

    Masala dosa
    Anoop I.

    We saw from their menu online that they had dosas available, so decided to give Whip In a try on a day when we were craving dosas. The place is quite dark on the inside. So after ordering at the counter, we stepped out towards the patio seating. There were very few patrons on the day we visited, but we had to move tables twice because of cigarette smoke blowing our way. Oh well. When the first dosa arrived, my wife was surprised that it wasn't hot, it was lukewarm at best. When the second dosa arrived after a few minutes, it was also similarly lukewarm. I tasted the sambar, and found it rather oily and not particularly well done. I anyway prefer coconut chutney to sambar, so I tried that next. The chutney was fresh, but unfortunately it was too low in salt, and was almost inedible. Thankfully the third chutney, made with tomatoes and onions, was okay; so was the potato stuffing inside the masala dosa. But the overall experience was not compelling enough to bring us back for our next dosa craving day.

    Sizzling Chicken Tendori
    Daow W.

    Let me tell you a little story. I use to stop here two decades ago to get my craving for some Samosas since there was no Indian restaurant in South Austin when Taj Palace left the location in the Brodie Oaks area. Lol... True Austinite knows what I'm talking about. Fast forward 20 plus years.... I was planning to meet a friend for lunch. She was coming East, I was coming from Barton Creek Mall and we were both craving Indian food. Whip In came to mind. She had never been and said she passes it all the time but didn't realize what it was. We agreed to meet. WOW!! What a treat! The bartender was super nice and knowledgeable. My friend ordered the Tendori Chicken Kabobs which fell into place of the special diet that she is practicing right now. She quoted... This might be the best Tendori Chicken that I have had in a very long time. I ordered the Tikka Marsala Chicken Curry.... Delicious. The rice could use a little more flavor but the Tikka Marsala was amazing. Nice heat, full of flavor and not too heavy. Not cream based but true tomato curry based. I had left overs and it tasted even better when I had for it for lunch at work a day later. I can't express how much I enjoy my experience. This is a true gem of Old Austin and it warms my heart that it represents why we fell in love with Austin back in the day. A couple of side notes.... Amazing selection of wines and beers to go on their market size. It is very dark but I personally think it adds the charm and they do have an outdoor sitting area. Their selection on tab is amazing. I was looking for the Kombuchi on tab but ended up with the Rose Prosecco on tab.... Sub conscience taking over... Maybe... But damn I enjoyed that mid afternoon treat!!! Overall, you've seen the sign as you go down IH-35 and probably wonder... What's that all about. Get off the highway and take a little trip back in time and experience why they say KEEP AUSTIN WEIRD!!

    Indoor seating area
    Joy J.

    Whip in is a convenient store / gastropub with a full beer and wine list AND an expansive Indian food selection. And apart from that, they also have a vibey interior and a cute little patio perfect for soaking in some sunlight! And the best part is that the curries are legit delicious. There's also daily specials, tandoor items like kebabs, dosas, and even naan pizzas that I have not had the chance to try yet but I'm hearing them calling my name! lamb tikka masala ($18) - tomato based butter cream sauce with good chunks of lamb paneer curry masala ($16) - garlic ginger & onion jalapeño with a touch of tomato and onion chicken biryani ($17) - yummmmy it's a good biryani Lamb samosa - was filled with ground meat and just not what I expected tbh bc I was thinking about the potato filling Garlic naan ($5) - not super fluffy but you gotta have naan when eating curry

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    I got a kabob and bread. The mango lassi was not good. But the food overall was really good.

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    Great service and food. Lots of beer, seltzer, thc drinks, and wines available as well.

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    What can I say, love this joint. my wife and I go 2x a month. #1 of Indian food for Austin Texas!

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    Beer selection is great and the Indian pizza. Just a nice oddity of a place. Parking is so so.

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    New fave Indian take out! Chana Masala chickpeas rock. I would consider "Spicy" level as elevated "mild".

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    South Austin staple. We love the whip in whenever we're stopping off 35 for a draft (amazing selection) or quick bottle of wine.

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    Food and service were fantastic in an unassuming place. Would definitely recommend and return.

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    Ask the Community - Whip In

    Are they open on New Years Day?

    Yes we are normal time.

    Can anyone tell me, is Whip In carrying Yeungling Lager now?

    that beer is not sold in texas. you can get a pbr or a lonestar for $3

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