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    In Plain Sight

    4.9 (64 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    The a la vista cocktail - really refreshing and on the sweeter side :)
    Stephanie W.

    This bar is fun! I've known about it a long time but just never made the effort to get to it until recently. I'd heard it's small, that is accurate - it is literally like 10 chairs lining the bar, and that's it. No tables. The bartender (Angela) was super sweet and helpful when I came by which was like a Thurs right at opening around 5p. She gave me a rec for the A La Vista cocktail being more floral, which it was! Really enjoyed it. It's a bit pricey but you're paying for ambiance too - the place is right on the corner of a busy intersection and has fun rainbow lights inside. True to speakeasy form, it's very not exciting from outside, there's not even an entrance sign, it's just a white door on that corner. Overall - it's a great little date spot vibe if that's what you're looking for. Angela was awesome, and the intimate vibe of the place makes it unique compared to other spots! They change out their menu so lots to try as well. :)

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    Tobie C.

    We popped in here after a show at the Paramount theater and were so glad we did. Lucky enough to snag the last few seats, we were warmly greeted by the female bartender. I'm kicking myself for not remembering her name, but fun blonde that made amazing cocktails. She introduced us to Chad the other bartender who was quite fun and gave excellent recommendations. While small, it was such a fun vibe and everyone's just enjoying the drinks and the company. My favorite was the Blue Cobbler and then a speciality type dessert drink the bartender made us that wasn't on the menu - she is super talented at what she does and made us the best dessert drink after asking just a few questions about our particular tastes. Definitely a must try!!

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    Krystel J.

    Such a cute spot! I came here while waiting for friends on a Saturday night. First off this place is tiny so be prepared to stand. The bar only sits 8 and I think there's standing room for another 6-8 but snug. From the outside looking in the window goes back and forth from you being able to see in to opaque. It was fun to watch from across the street. There was a steady crowd and a group waiting but one of the joys of being alone is I was able to get in immediately. Colorful ceiling and drinks that match. Mixologist was friendly and would explain the menu to you. This is a great spot to stop by in your night.

    Brandy C.

    A small space with perfectly crafted cocktails. In Plain Sight is the brighter little sister of Here Nor There. I arrived shortly after they opened and was able to easily snag a spot within. Our bartender was very knowledgeable and accommodating when I realized my drink was a bit spicy for my taste. I'll absolutely be a returning customer! Fun fact: the windows are trippy when you look towards the street!

    Tomas R.

    Sleek. Chic. Upscale. Cozy. That is what immediately comes to mind when I think of In Plain Sight as you walk through their doors. A sister bar to Here Nor There, this is the cool cousin who you wished talked to you at the holiday get-togethers but you can't help but want to hang out with. Surprising enough, once you're here at the bar you soon realize just how laid back this place is. Your shoulders drop and you feel like you're at your friends. The drink menu is sophisticated but easy to ingest. No need for a reservation but you have to find an open seat. That is the biggest caveat. Loved my drinks and the ice pieces they use are so freaking cool with a rose built into the ice cube. You absolutely must make it a point to grab a drink here.

    Excellent vibes in a tiny space
    Bia S.

    This spot is the perfect place to stop by for a quick drink if you're a fan of HNT but didn't make reservations ahead of time. The prices are even *slightly* more affordable than HNT with the same quality of drinks. Although the space is tiny, they manage to fit a good amount of people (around 20) while still making you feel comfortable. I usually grab a standing spot by the window, but also love sitting at the bar to watch all the cocktails being made. The staff is always friendly and clearly passionate about their craft. They will walk you through the menu and guide you toward drinks that you may enjoy. If you ask nicely, they will even make something off the menu! My go-to drink is the Dublin Drop, highly recommend it if you like scotch. But I've tried many of the drinks on the menu and have not been disappointed.

    Kristine L.

    Stopped by on a Friday night and was able to grab 3 spots by the window. In Plain Sight is a very small cocktail bar with first come, first serve flow! There are about 8 seats at the bar and they try to squeeze 6 more behind them. If it looks packed, I recommend checking again in 10-15 minutes. The bar focuses on spritzers and aperitifs, so it's perfect for a pre-dinner drink. I really enjoyed the Kahlo Americano and Southern Pearl. My friend ordered Open Sesame, and it was a strange combination. I recommend trying the other fruity drinks. Overall the staff is super friendly and willing to find the right drink for you!

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    Abida H.

    Super small and intimate bar with great drinks. I expected nothing less since it's a sister bar to Here Nor There! However this is more of a come & go experience or a spot for pre-drinks Cocktails were great, not super complex but with thoughtful combinations of flavors. We ordered the Southern Pearl (gin, tea blend, egg white) and Caribbean Dream (rum, cognac, coconut). Our bartender was friendly and we really enjoyed our time!

    Robert A.

    Great drinks and atmosphere just like HNT. great service and recommendations from the staff. Would def go back. Be aware it is a very small space

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    Matthew W.

    IPS is my go to place for cocktails. If you are in Austin, you can have the perfect evening by starting here go to Here Nor There for round 2. The owners and staff are top notch here with each employee being trained to not only make items on the menu but also make some delicious drinks off the menu. Take a date here or go out with friends... you can't go wrong with the great drinks and the fun lights that add to the ambiance. You have to try the Poppy Lou Paloma, A La Vista, and finish off with the Dublin Drop. This is the trifecta combo and will give you a great evening. This place has continued to exceed expectations. If you are into speakeasies at all, you have to come to this place. Don't worry, there are no reservations.

    Destiny L.

    I love Here Nor There so I had to check out their sister bar- In Plain Sight. Gustavo was the bartender and he was so kind, made great drinks and had an amazing playlist. The place is small, only fits about 16 and is operated on a first-come, first-served basis. Very intimate spot and would be great for pre or post dinner drinks. I'm a rum fan so I had the Caribbean Dream and the Poppy Lou Paloma. The Caribbean Dream was okay but the Poppy Lou Paloma was killer. It was one of the first drinks that Gustavo recommended and I can certainly see why. Will definitely be returning!

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    Ryen B.

    Rad little spot right around the corner from one of my other Austin faves. It gets crowded and is pretty loud thanks to the good music and positive energy. The staff is friendly and the drinks very good. Orders came out fast even though all the seats and standing spaces were filled. Caribbean Dream and Open Sesame were both ok. But the Kahlo Americano and Dublin Drop were FANTASTIC- would order both again. Recommend and will return.

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    One of the cutest bars I've ever been to. It's small inside but had great service. None of the drinks were a miss!

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    Can go accommodate handicapped guests as all I see in photos is tall bar stools?

    Hi there, I think they only sit about 12-15 barstools, so you might be able to but it's unlikely I think :(

    Are reservations required?

    Nope. You can walk right in. Although space is limited, so if it's full you may have to wait.

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    Really fantastic experience!…read more The cocktail menu is diverse and fun. The quality of drinks was excellent. My favorite part was the DJ was also playing electric guitar to accompany some of the songs in his lineup. It was really cool. I've never seen a DJ do that before. The whole time we were there the service and ambience and tastes were top-notch, but the DJ piece really created a memorable experience that leaves me wanting to come back.

    We got there on time and had to wait 20 mins to be sat. We were asked to leave our table promptly…read moreat the 90-minute mark from when our reservation was supposed to begin; not factoring the time we lost at the table due to it not being ready for us. But it was more important to the Powder Room that the next group got their table on time, apparently. The drinks took soooo long, we got ONE round in, and were asked to leave the table before our second round arrived. They had no issues when taking our second round order while we were seated, but we were asked to leave the table immediately after. This round also took forever and we drank it standing, crowded, in everyone's way. I was embarrassed as it was my birthday, and I was taking a group of 7 other people - new to Austin - here to check out what was one of my favorite spots. I was bragging about it and chose it over other spots on their list. They hated it. I'm disappointed. Our server was great to us and apologetic about the service bar.

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    4.6
    (92 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    Came to Simona's with some coworkers for happy hour and was not disappointed! This place is behind…read morethe Colton hotel off Congress ave. There is a parking lot that you can get validation for 2 hrs free, but after that you will be charged. Overall though, it's totally worth a visit! The bartenders are really friendly, the bathrooms are immaculate, and the inside of the place is really cute -- think kinda pink vintage? There are some tables, and big comfy couches around a coffee table in the middle of the bar which is where we sat. I had one of their happy hour cocktails that was similar to a creamy espresso martini, and they are 50% off on happy hour days/times! My friend got one of their floral cocktails which wasn't discounted but I LOVED it personally. I also got a strawberry matcha drink (non alcoholic) that was a little too sweet in my opinion; I finished it but wouldn't get it again. Overall though the cocktails and vibe in there are worth a visit alone! When it's not too hot, the area outside has little mini-chandeliers and is also very vibey.

    This is a review about the coffee and food aspect of Simona's…read more It is over priced. In terms of coffee, they are middle of the pack. There is much better coffee in austin. They have premium prices still. They sell pastries and they have a taco food truck connected to it. Both are still very much overpriced. I get it, they are inside a nice hotel and so they will charge a premium but at least have the quality match that.

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    The Roosevelt Room

    4.4
    (933 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Absolutely fantastic experience! We were looking for a place to enjoy a post-concert drink and…read morestumbled across The Roosevelt Room. We weren't looking for much by way of menu just a few snacks or small bites for Girl Dinner. We found just that here. The Sumac and pepper popcorn was to die for! I really don't drink that much or often, but decided to have one. The drink list is extensive, but very organized by era. I decided to go for the Zombie. My server, Noah encouraged my audacity! I can't remember whether it was described as dramatic as it showed up, but let me tell you there was drama! It was served in a flaming skull, garnished with beautiful flowers and fresh fruit, and filled to the brim with God knows how much alcohol and juice, but it was a time! To heighten the experience, he sprinkled something in a shaker and the flames just erupted! The whole restaurant stopped and I cackled! To put out the flame, Noah gave one dramatic clap, and the flame disappear disappeared! I want to thank Noah and the team for encouraging my ridiculousness and delivering me an excellent craft drink with all the drama I deserved and could ever ask for! 10/10! Gotta go back to see how much more ridiculous I can go! Can't stop now! Join me!

    It's a really nice cocktail bar with interesting cocktail options and finger foods. I went here…read morefor my cousin's birthday. I had an old fashioned and the hummus plate. One of my cousins had the charcuterie board. Both were delicious. Our waiter took good care of us. I like that they have an assortment of drinks from different decades. There seems to be a drink for every palate. If alcohol isn't your thing, they have mocktails. The ambiance was nice. The lights were warm and low. Old movies played on the wall from a projector. Walls are lined with vintage books. Overall, I think this is a cool place. I look forward to returning.

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    Whisler's

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    4.3
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    1.2 mi
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    These are moments I think why do I live in San Antonio ( and often work in Austin ) when I can just…read morelive here and enjoy great restaurants, bars and weird gothic haunts like this with weird dark goth decor, a scent of palo santo , superb music, a great crowd and amazing drinks! College me would have lived here !! Enjoyed a French 75, my husband enjoyed a smoked Old Fashioned and it was a great place to grab a drink prior to seeing Springsteen at the Moody seated amongst candles , a weird alter of sorts while enjoying some Stevie Wonder as is playing now though some weird NIN or Type O might have been more appropriate

    I went to Whisler's and had one of the worst bar experiences I've ever had…read more I had one drink. I was completely sober for all intents and purposes. The bartender claimed I was drunk and cut me off anyway. I was at the bar talking to a girl while waiting to get a drink (the wait was long because the service is very slow, despite the bar not being very busy at all). She was clearly into me, and the bartender kept jumping in trying to talk to her too (instead of doing his job making drinks). He was doing all sorts of things to try and flirt with her and make her laugh: pulling out and showing her buckets of pre mixed cocktails, running and sliding under the bar, etc. She was engaging with both of us , and right in the middle of that, I get cut off out of nowhere. No explanation other than claiming I looked drunk, which I very clearly wasn't. It felt very clear what was going on--he wanted me out of the way. I left and asked the bouncer on my way out if I seemed drunk. This was literally two minutes later. He said no, not at all, and asked me why I would even ask that. I then told him exactly what happened and asked him to let the owner or whoever was in charge know about this extremely unprofessional conduct so they can discipline the bartender. His response was that the bartender has discretion to cut anyone off, and let me know the bartender is supposedly married so he couldn't have been flirting with any of the customers. Well, sounds like his logic is flawed--not only COULD he flirt with his customers, he WAS, and was therefore cheating. I hope his wife finds out. This is perfectly representative of Austin customer service lately and not normal in other places. I was in Tampa for an entire month earlier this year and this would've been unthinkable there. I'm not coming back.

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    Midnight Cowboy

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    4.0
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    0.1 mi
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    This was my first time at a speakeasy and they sure set the bar high! They really are as secret as…read moreit seems. My sister-in-law made reservations and we walked down the busy 6th Street to get there until we stopped at an unassuming and unlabeled door. When you walk in, it's a very dark and moody interior with small tables. They led us to a private room in the back which perfectly fit the six of us. Their menu is very creative, with unique names and unique ingredients. I don't like alcohol, so I was super happy to see an entire section dedicated to zero proof mocktails. I ordered the 5 AM somewhere which was a matcha based mocktail. It still had a bitter taste to it, perhaps from the Lyres Rosso. But the entire experience was so creative, led by our server/bartender Martin. He was a lot of fun and made the experience that much better. He was personable and funny and felt like we were hanging out with an old friend. Highly recommend if you're looking for a more chill vibe on 6th Street!

    This is an interesting establishment, and I think I liked the cocktails more than the food. It is…read moredefinitely a date night spot, although there were some families here as well. We didn't get to sit near the conveyor belts, but we were ok with it because we were still able to enjoy the decor. Parking can get tight very quickly. We didn't have a reservation, but I think we were very lucky to get a table for 2.

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    4.7
    (30 reviews)
    0.5 mi

    We stopped in on a quiet Wednesday about 7:00. Revenge is an elegant cocktail lounge that feels a…read morelittle like a neighborhood bar. It's a perfect place to stop after dinner to extend the evening with a couple of drinks. Service (James ) was perfect and the cocktails were tasty, elegant and just the right amount of liquor. As for the venue itself: The inside is spacious and elegant. The bar stools are extremely comfortable. In fact, I'd describe them as elevated loungers. The main area is a good size and shape for larger groups. I appreciated that the music was not too loud to chat with your date. The restrooms are very clean and nice. The outdoor area in back was the biggest surprise. They have a nice, covered area with new outdoor furniture that is equipped with a pool table. Revenge is a hidden treasure. I recommend it for a relaxed, elegant evening.

    I joined a EuroCircle event here on December 27. They had a great turnout. I was glad to discover a…read morenew bar and I was lucky to get a primo street parking spot just outside the bar! They may not have expected so many people because it took a while to order a drink at the bar. It was not easy to navigate to the bar with the seats and I think another pole like obstruction, but my friend and I got our cocktails (Brushfire, Ranch water, vodka soda, and one other) and enjoyed them. It was hard to hear people talking inside so we went outside to enjoy their outside patio area and easier to hear conversations. Overall, I thought it was a nice bar with a cool vibe, interesting cocktail options, and various types of seating options.

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