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Best Bars in Austin

16 spots, ranked by real community signals — photos, ratings and honest verdicts. We never sell placement.

  1. Corner Restaurant#1

    Corner Restaurant

    4.8(18,119 reviews)

    Lively neighborhood bar where Austin gathers for craft cocktails and good times

  2. Upstairs at Caroline#2

    Upstairs at Caroline

    4.9(6,790 reviews)

    Intimate cocktail bar serving inventive drinks in a cozy, dimly lit upstairs setting

  3. Aba Austin#3

    Aba Austin

    4.7(7,661 reviews)

    Mediterranean small plates and rooftop cocktails overlooking Lady Bird Lake

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    Moonshine Grill

    4.6(7,336 reviews)

    Patio bar beloved by Austinites for cold drinks and casual Southern comfort

  5. Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden#5

    Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden

    4.5(7,300 reviews)

    Housemade sausages and craft beer in a sprawling beer garden locals pack nightly

  6. Cosmic Pickle#6

    Cosmic Pickle

    4.7(4,332 reviews)

    Creative cocktails and laid-back vibes draw crowds to this Austin favorite

  7. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin#7

    Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin

    4.6(4,526 reviews)

    Upscale chophouse pouring stiff drinks and serving prime cuts to downtown crowds

  8. Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que#8

    Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que

    4.4(6,623 reviews)

    Austin pit barbecue staple where smoky brisket and cold beer draw steady crowds

  9. Stubb's Bar-B-Q#9

    Stubb's Bar-B-Q

    4.3(6,859 reviews)

    Legendary Texas barbecue and live music under the stars in Red River

  10. Mohawk Austin#10

    Mohawk Austin

    4.6(2,391 reviews)

    Indie music venue with a rooftop bar and craft cocktails downtown

  11. Ramen Tatsu-Ya#11

    Ramen Tatsu-Ya

    4.5(2,641 reviews)

    Austin ramen destination drawing crowds for rich tonkotsu broth and authentic bowls

  12. Whisler’s#12

    Whisler’s

    4.6(1,824 reviews)

    Craft cocktails and live music on a buzzy East Sixth Street patio

  13. Better Half Coffee & Cocktails#13

    Better Half Coffee & Cocktails

    4.4(1,796 reviews)

    Day-to-night spot where coffee flows into cocktails and the crowd lingers

  14. South Congress Hotel#14

    South Congress Hotel

    4.4(1,145 reviews)

    Stylish rooftop bar in the heart of South Congress with sweeping city views

  15. Cosmic Saltillo#15

    Cosmic Saltillo

    4.5(810 reviews)

    Laid-back neighbourhood bar where Austin locals gather for cold drinks and good vibes

  16. The Dead Rabbit, Austin#16

    The Dead Rabbit, Austin

    4.4(611 reviews)

    Craft cocktails and Irish hospitality in a lively Downtown Austin setting

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