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Best Speakeasies in Austin

Hidden entrances and invite-only booking — ranked by real Google rating.

Last updated August 8, 2026

1. In Plain Sight

In Plain Sight is a moderately-priced cocktail bar in Downtown.

4.9 stars, 198 reviews.

2. Bar Hacienda

Bar Hacienda is a moderately-priced cocktail bar in Downtown.

4.9 stars, 60 reviews.

3. Bar Mischief

Bar Mischief is a moderately-priced speakeasy in East Austin.

4.8 stars, 102 reviews.

4. Here Nor There

Stylish invitation-only bar & lounge serving globally inspired cocktails, taking bookings by app.

4.7 stars, 753 reviews.

5. Small Victory

Bar offering classic cocktails & an innovative ice program, plus wine, beer & small plates.

4.7 stars, 496 reviews.

6. 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 — the most-reviewed spot on this list.

7. DuMont's Down Low

DuMont's Down Low is a moderately-priced speakeasy in Downtown.

4.6 stars, 376 reviews.

8. Firehouse Lounge

Modern hostel accommodations & a bar serving craft cocktails in a circa-1885 fire station.

4.5 stars, 1,526 reviews.

9. Garage

Unassuming bar crafting inventive cocktails in a hip, midcentury-inspired space in a parking garage.

4.5 stars, 978 reviews.

10. Eden Cocktail Room

Eden Cocktail Room is a moderately-priced speakeasy in Downtown.

4.5 stars, 261 reviews.

FAQ

What's the top pick in "Best Speakeasies in Austin"?
In Plain Sight is our top pick.
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We've featured 10 venues in "Best Speakeasies in Austin."

Featured venues

In Plain Sight
Drinks $$ ATX Worth It — 97

In Plain Sight

In Plain Sight is a moderately-priced cocktail bar in Downtown.

Bar Hacienda
Drinks $$ ATX Worth It — 95

Bar Hacienda

Bar Hacienda is a moderately-priced cocktail bar in Downtown.

Bar Mischief
Nightlife $$ ATX Worth It — 95

Bar Mischief

Bar Mischief is a moderately-priced speakeasy in East Austin.

Here Nor There
Drinks $$ ATX Worth It — 94

Here Nor There

Stylish invitation-only bar & lounge serving globally inspired cocktails, taking bookings by app.

Small Victory
Nightlife $ ATX Worth It — 94

Small Victory

Bar offering classic cocktails & an innovative ice program, plus wine, beer & small plates.

The Roosevelt Room
Drinks $$ ATX Worth It — 92

The Roosevelt Room

Inventive craft cocktails are served in an airy, industrial-chic space with a cozy upstairs lounge.

DuMont's Down Low
Nightlife $$ ATX Worth It — 92

DuMont's Down Low

DuMont's Down Low is a moderately-priced speakeasy in Downtown.

Firehouse Lounge
Nightlife $$ ATX Worth It — 90

Firehouse Lounge

Modern hostel accommodations & a bar serving craft cocktails in a circa-1885 fire station.

Garage
Drinks $$ ATX Worth It — 90

Garage

Unassuming bar crafting inventive cocktails in a hip, midcentury-inspired space in a parking garage.

Eden Cocktail Room
Nightlife $$ ATX Worth It — 90

Eden Cocktail Room

Eden Cocktail Room is a moderately-priced speakeasy in Downtown.