I LOVE WHISLERS. One of my favorite bars in Austin. The cocktails are incredible and the bartenders put care into every drink.. & you can taste it. The inside part of the bar (there's 2) is so cool, I'm not even sure how to describe it so you'll just have to visit ;) we had a mini after party there after our wedding and it was a hit, photos included on this review. I've been here more times than I can count and I cannot recommend Whislers enough. They have food trucks too if you're looking for a bite! read more

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Whsitler's is a popular bar in East Austin. There is a large covered patio and second bar on the patio. I wish there were heaters on the patio but that's okay. Ordered the old fashioned which was pretty smooth. read more

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Beautiful atmosphere, great drinks, decent happy hour. I got a Moscow mule (on the right) for $8. The food truck was good but misleading. We got chicken sandwiches that ended up being spicy and my friend didn't like spicy. Fun place tho! read more

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Best drink on the menu is called Policy of Truth, try it and I promise you will LOVE it!!

The vibes of this bar were immaculate. There were mists outside so it didn't get too hot despite the summer humidity. Our bartender made our drinks pretty fast. All the cocktails we ordered were all very tasty. read more

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Limited seating inside, with a great outdoor patio. Good place for groups or a date night. We sat in the back patio and had food from golden tiger and a delicious punch bowl from whislers. The bartender was very helpful when choosing drinks, most of which can be made into a punch bowl. read more

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Stopped by for a drink on Friday night with some friends after dinner at Tamale House, a short walk away. It was loud and crowded, as bars tend to be, but still a pretty cool vibe overall. It didn't take too long to find a table outside, which was less loud and much more chill. There was also a food truck on site. Ordered at the bar; my friend got the seasonal frozen which was a frozen blackberry margarita--very pretty and nicely made (not just slush) but not to my taste. I got a Tito's lemon drop which wasn't bad but I didn't love the bartender's pizazz of adding pepper or something like that. Still drank it but probably wouldn't spend $12 on it again. Overall a cool spot with nothing to complain about! read more

10/10 Great ambiance and perfect for large groups. I also really appreciated that they're covered from the elements and offer protection from the rain. Great for a cold or rainy night! read more

Went here to meet up with a friend because it was their favorite spot in Austin for a drink and hang out. I really wasn't impressed given the hype. The music is blaring which is alright but it was so difficult to hear one another even if you're sitting beside each other. Moreover, the sits are mostly wooden picnic tables with some inside seating. You gotta be okay with sharing your table with strangers and possibly dogs (that's alright but no one picks up after themselves so piles of glassware and food pile up). As for the drinks, the bartenders weren't very accommodating and just made the same 3-4 drinks and gave out beer cans. Could be better. read more

Great drinks, cute atmosphere and a tasty smash burger food truck. So many great cocktails to try from! They have a good sized outdoor space and the indoor space is cozy. read more

This bar was really cute and had a very large seating area outside. They had a lot of specialty cocktails and the food truck outside was so good as well. The bouncer was very friendly, wasn't a line to get in but a lot of people inside. A really fun time! read more

the vibe. the eclectic yet chill energy. mezcal out the wazooooo whisler's is part of the small circle of #atxlocalfavorites i've personally garnered. on top of the coolest mood & decor, the bartenders are kind & interesting, knowledgeable and quick in their craft. Both their ground-level & elevated, upstairs mezcal bars are worth visiting. The upstairs mezcal bar is a smaller space, more intimate. and some of the coolest bartenders in atx i've met. I've been up there when it's packed like sardines & when there's room to move around, & either experience can be fun depending on your mood. But, either way, whoever is the mezcal bar bartender when you go will be able to steer you in the right direction, even if you know zilch about mezcal or have never tried it. The inside & outdoor spaces with multiple bars that collectively makeup what is Whisler's capture a unique atx aesthetic like none other....and make for a cool experience where you can go back-and-forth & bop between, without having to leave & walk to another bar, wait in line, show your ID, etc....that said, expect it to be busy during prime times. Not a bar you go to for dancing, but moreso for the socializing & the dope times conversing with friends over well-made drinks. read more

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Terrible bar service. I've been there twice and both times I've waited in what seemed to be reasonable spots to get service only to have someone walk up and be served before me. Most recently I was skipped twice and the bar tender decided to serve another person before me and the two of them continued on having a nice catchup about the patron's holiday. Will not be going there again. read more

We visited Whisler's during their Mardi Gras party and I LOVED it! I had a hurricane that was more than satisfying, and I definitely only needed one. This cozy bar has a great atmosphere, speedy bartenders and decent prices. They also had a crawfish vendor there from Louisiana that made my day! read more

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This place has very good drinks and a nice chill vibe. Bartenders are quick to assist you and answer any questions about the menu. The bar itself is very clean and well kept. It's a fun place to come hang out and enjoy some drinks with friends on a weekend. I always try my best to make a stop here when visiting austin for the weekend! read more

This is one of our favorite DTD (day-time-drinking) spots on the east side. We like to arrive just after they open so we can score a seat at their rustic bar. At night you will probably be outside which is fine especially if they have a band. The patio is tarped so it is comfortable even during a chilly evening. During Xmas, the bar is decorated and on NYE they had hats, streamers, and other celebratory stuff on the bar and tables to get us in the mood. A single mixologist (not a bartender) was serving up righteous cocktails. We did not opt for one of their specialty cocktails but settled on a dirty martini and an old fashioned. Both were well poured and perfectly concocted. This is a must-stop if you are touring the east side. read more

Drinks 11/10, service is great and the overall atmosphere is awesome! Bar must when in Austin! read more

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Went here for drinks while I was in town on business. Can't remember which drinks I ordered, but I liked them all! read more

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One would think that the Old Fashioned is a drink that's become so common these days, that people would forget about it and try something new. (fashioned?) Apparently, that's not the case since Whisler's sells 50,000 Old Fashioned cocktails in a year. (thanks Google!) it also came highly recommended by yelp friend Darren W. so that made the decision easy for me. And what a cocktail that was! I'm beginning to really prefer bourbon in my Old Fashioned cocktails (Whisler uses Elijah Craig) and this one is tapered off a bit with demerara sugar. The enticing smell of that orange peel and a single Luxardo maraschino cherry is the icing on the cake. Delicious. Right off the bat, you can tell that Whisler's is a great craft cocktail bar. The seasonal ingredients on the menu (corn, cinnamon, YUM!), fresh juices, efficient bartenders. They do it right over here! The night we came in, we even got free tickets to redeem for one ice cream from the ice cream cart. But I was too distracted drinking (damn you, Negroni!) I forgot to redeem my freebie. I love the patio space, old stone walls, chandeliers and overall relaxed vibe. I can't wait to return! read more

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Super hipster vibe which I enjoyed but others in our party didn't. Perks: - moody history building - drinks were unique and good - a lot to see and do. There was Johnny cash mural, Photo Booth, and i think maybe a pinball machine. - large patio - food truck Cons: - dark inside. People had a hard time reading the menus and used their phones as flash lights - smell. There was Palo Santo burning everywhere. I enjoyed this but I know others are sensitive to this. - food truck read more

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This is one of the few places that I believe are worth fighting off a crowd in East Austin. The bar itself is mesmerizing. It's as if you are in a cave the entire time you also have the option to sit on the patio outside. While the bar was crowded, it wasn't too hard to get a drink. read more

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Whisler's is an excellent stop on E 6th street. Their cocktails, service and music selection are top notch. It's often easy to find a spot to sit indoors or outside. I highly recommend the Temple of Doom cocktail if you like mezcal and pineapple. Great spot for a drink before or after dinner. read more

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2nd time here. Great sized patio but we sat inside due to the heat. Great drinks on happy hour. Big fan of the queen bee-gin, lemon, honey, and lavender. read more

It's been awhile but we stopped at Whisler's on Friday night before dinner. They continue to provide new and imaginative cocktails that are a great way to start the night. The vibe is relaxed but they have great attention to detail that keeps us coming back. We had My Girlfriend's Girlfriend & Ambrosia. Grab a spot outside if it's nice! read more

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Great cocktails and tons of seating... it's just always busy so you've got to scout for a spot. Otherwise even though it's busy, the bartenders work fast. read more

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This was one of my go-to bars to take visitors in Austin pre-COVID and I am so happy that I have been able to visit now that bars are reopening (safely)! Definitely recommend going after dark because the setting of the inside of the bar is part spooky/part western-y/part old-timey and kinda makes you feel like you could meet a vampire in the corner... but in a cool way! I have had many different drinks from their set menu but admittedly their bartenders know high quality cocktails on and off the menu so order your heart's wishes. My most recent order: - Twisted Nerve - Fancy, not-too-sweet, and so refreshing on a warm day! - Whisler's Old Fashioned - Smooth and will put some hair on your chest. Give this bar a shot! Or take a shot... No judgement here. read more

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Wow! Love the tulum burning man vibes in here! First place I'm truly impressed with in Austin. Yelped this find while on a 30 min wait for 313 pizza. We walked right up to the bar and a bartender asked us for our order immediately, impressive! We travel to Mexico a lot (oaxaca, cdmx) and will always hunt for craft mezcal coctails. Our blueberry mezcal drink was lovely! Warmed up right up! Smells like Palo Santo! (Not my boyfriends favorite lol, but mine!) it's for the vibes man.. 5 stars!!! read more

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I love the speakeasy vibe that they have indoors. Made a stop here after Lazarus Brewing across the street, and was pleasantly surprised. Didn't get to stay long and look around, as we had one drink and then took off, but definitely want to comeback and check out this mezcal bar that many of the other reviewers mentioned. read more

The cocktails were delightful and well mixed. The bar definitely has an interesting vibe. I do love that it has a lot of outdoor seating right outside. It seems like it would be good for groups who want to sit outdoors as the indoors is a bit small. read more

Loved the environment here and the outdoor seating. Super chill with lots of space. There's a food truck here but we didn't eat there so I can't comment! read more

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What a great dark and awesome place!! Loved the tequila, everyone so friendly. Cool vibe read more

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Whisler's is a great spot for a local dive bar with a happy hour that will satisfy with plenty of outdoor seating to sit a good amount of people. Went rather early around 4:30-5 and the bar was still buzzing with plenty of people and had a great vibe to it. They have two bars one outside and inside at the time there was only one bar running. You are for sure to meet random people here as you are in tight quarters and can be a great spot if your are single to meet people that are local. The drinks were unique and fantastic I started off with their old fashioned which was strong and you could taste the whiskey for sure. Then got an order of the Paris in Time which featured tequila, honey and lime. The ingredients paired really well together. This was my favorited drink I had and I typical am an old fashioned drinker and is my go to. I also got an order of Confession of An English Opium-Eater which was rum, strawberry, and balsamic. This was a solid drink as well but there I would pick the Paris in time or the Old Fashioned ahead of it to order. This should be an essential place on everybody's place in Austin for drinks great vibe and patio. read more

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Love love this place. It's such a cool bar great outdoor space too a must stop by when in Austin. Drinks were delicious and reasonably priced read more

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What a great craft cocktail bar! We love it every time we come. Great people and great drinks! Awesome vibe! A lot of street parking and gets really busy at night. They do have a outside bar and seating area so that helps! read more

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This place is chill. The lighting is great and it makes you want to mellow out and have a few cocktails. My favorite part? It looks like a castle, giving that Game of Thrones vibe. Bartenders are pretty cool but could be cooler. read more

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How do they make such great cocktails at such a great speed? It's truly impressive to see the bartenders clear huge lines while making several craft cocktails at once without sacrificing quality or taste. I love this bar and we bring all our friends here when they visit read more

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I visited Whisler's upon my arrival and first time in Austin! It's a cool yet unassuming spot. I like the eclectic decor and people-watching was even more interesting. Despite it being a little slow (it was Sunday evening) it took a while to get the bartender's attention. I ordered an Old Fashioned and despite the wait, it was perfect. I took my drink outside to listen to some live music. I neglected to get the band's name but they were awesome. They played some country and Bluegrass which made me even more excited to be at Whisler's and in Austin! I look forward to visiting again. read more

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The drinks and general ambiance was amazing. I'd definitely come back here, especially to get one of their Hornet's Nest. The bathrooms were sooo nasty though, makes you wonder about the sanitary measures of the whole place. read more

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Cocktails are devine. It's a total vibe. 10/10 recommend for a date or a group. It gets very busy late at night.

We found this place by accident in Austin and glad we did. It was fun, atmosphere was great and the drinks were great!!