Best Cocktail Bars in Austin
Including one bar that takes reservations by app only — ranked by real Google rating.
1. Edge Rooftop
Chic rooftop lounge at the JW Marriott Austin pairing bar bites & craft cocktails with city views.
4.9 stars, 5,395 reviews. Also our #1 rooftop bar pick — it earns both spots on the data alone.
2. In Plain Sight
In Plain Sight is a moderately-priced cocktail bar in Downtown.
4.9 stars, 198 reviews.
3. Bar Hacienda
Bar Hacienda is a moderately-priced cocktail bar in Downtown.
4.9 stars, 60 reviews.
4. Zanzibar
Crafted cocktails & global bites are served in this fashionable rooftop venue in a lush setting.
4.8 stars, 8,644 reviews — the most-reviewed cocktail bar in Austin.
5. Upstairs at Caroline
Open-air space with full bar including draft cocktails, tacos, TVs & bar games.
4.8 stars, 6,909 reviews.
6. Here Nor There
Stylish invitation-only bar & lounge serving globally inspired cocktails, taking bookings by app.
4.7 stars, 753 reviews. Invitation-only, booked by app — worth knowing before you show up expecting a walk-in.
7. The Roosevelt Room
Inventive craft cocktails are served in an airy, industrial-chic space with a cozy upstairs lounge.
4.6 stars, 2,299 reviews.
8. Whisler's
Rustic-chic watering hole featuring handcrafted cocktails & a patio with frequent live music shows.
4.6 stars, 1,844 reviews.
Featured venues
Edge Rooftop
Chic rooftop lounge at the JW Marriott Austin pairing bar bites & craft cocktails with city views.
In Plain Sight
In Plain Sight is a moderately-priced cocktail bar in Downtown.
Zanzibar
Crafted cocktails & global bites are served in this fashionable rooftop venue in a lush setting.
Upstairs at Caroline
Open-air space with full bar including draft cocktails, tacos, TVs & bar games.
Here Nor There
Stylish invitation-only bar & lounge serving globally inspired cocktails, taking bookings by app.