Finally checked this place out with a friend and thought it was overall a solid experience. Very…read moreexpensive, but solid. The entry fee was about $12 and the drink I got was $30. I couldn't really justify getting a second drink at that price, but the one I did get was actually noticeably great -- really a very well-crafted drink, that had me looking up the ingredients later in the night curious on how they made it. I went on a Sunday night and it was slow but lively. I don't think I'd go at a peak time with the extremely long lines that form, but it made a cozy date spot.

Came in Christmas Eve since I figured it'd be a good place to come socialize. Unfortunately the…read morevibe was more so of grandmas house versus an actual holiday bar. You need a ticket to get in (between $11-$37) and it definitely looks like Santa's elves threw up tinsel and wrapping paper everywhere. Cute little Photo Booth downstairs. The whole space is meant to accommodate 4-8 people parties which made someone like me who came in by themselves stand out since I was the only one at a table meant for at least four people. I wish there was bar seating or at least more of a crowd so the single people wouldn't stand out like sore thumbs in rooms full of groups and couples. The drinks are between $13-$30 which is a little ridiculous for a single shot in a cup you can't even keep. Be sure to read the fine print on the front of the menu with all of the terms to gratuity and splitting bill.

We came here on a Sunday for brunch with reservations. There was no wait and we were seated right…read moreon time. We ordered a couple of drinks, steak and eggs, and their smashed potatoes as a side. Portions were on the smaller end but all things were so flavorful. What maybe should have been a more private conversation between the servers was louder than expected that affected my views of their professionalism as one shared his anger and made several comments about a party due to receiving a tip on the lower end of the scale. I understand it's frustrating, but discussing it in front of other customers could negatively impact their experience too. Otherwise, I'm glad to have finally tried this place and enjoyed it with good company!

I can't believe it took me too long to try this one out. I pass by it on the way home from work…read moreevery single day. The garden is very cute and tucked away, so you are not exposed to the noisy street. The food is phenomenal. I'll be back and try out the drinks too Tips: get all the appetizers. They are way better than the main dishes. The duck rolls are the best. We got it to go and heated up in the microwave the next day, but it still tastes amazing

Step inside the shadows where @blacklagoonpopup is a Halloween dream dressed in spiderwebs and…read morefluorescent green fog. Transforming the interior and outer patio of King Bee, every detail drips with gothic glam, from poison-black cocktails to bone-chilling decor. Cocktails are eerily good, especially the Creature's Curse, which is like a riff on an Old Fashioned, sweet and earthy, rich and somehow refreshing, served out of a crystalline skull, of course. To match the darkness in your soul, try the Midnight Forever, a surprisingly savory vodka sour with notes of black sesame and miso leading the way. Catch it while it's still haunting us, now through October 31st...

Met some friends to check out this pop up pirate theme bar in downtown Austin. The decorations were…read moreamazing! We enjoyed the cocktails and the food. I tried the Siren's Song (yum) and Spirit of the Sea (good but bit too briney). We liked the coconut shrimp. The fish dip but it didn't come with enough banana chips to finish it and when we asked for more, they first side we had to buy a whole other side of them but when we showed them they left the little desiccant pouch in the chips they gave us extra for free. The charcuterie board was really well presented and much bigger than we thought it would be! The fish sticks were a little chewy and didn't taste too fresh. They brought us the popcorn by mistake but I still snapped a photo of it. :-) Overall a fun experience with great decorations, but I suggest asking for a table with more room to move around. We had to squeeze in and out of the table trying not to trip over our stools, knock into a wall or into the very loud people in the table just behind us.

The atmosphere and drinks were all great! I loved all of the different themed drinks and glassware…read more I recommend getting there before nightfall as the wait at the bar increases significantly once the night crowd rolls in. After around 8:30 pm on a Friday we were waiting in like for around 20 mins per drink. The staff were all friendly and helpful! You can make a reservation (we did), which made getting in easier, but they do reserve half of their tables for walk in's. We were in the front near the bar, which was quite noisy. The back room was much quieter and darker, if you're looking for a place to have more quiet conversation. Our group tried most of the cocktails, which were all very tasty. We also got the coconut shrimp and potato pancakes. The food portions were very small (only about 6 shrimp and 3 pancakes) for the price, but that's what you get in downtown Austin. Cocktails are all $16+, again typical for downtown. This was a fun special occasion place for a weekend night!

We had a Chicken Crispy and Butter Chicken Platter to go…read more The Chicken Crispy had a pretty good Chinese fried chicken flavor with a little kick, but unfortunately it wasn't crispy(could be because of the moisture built up in the to-go container) and the chicken was dry and chewy. The butter chicken was better, although the rice tasted a bit different somehow.

BEEF pepperoni pizza!!! I love this pizza!! No pork and so much beef pepperonis and it's also so…read morecheesy!!! They bake it to perfection!! The crust is nice and crispy but not burnt!! I keep coming back for more!! The staff is courteous and nice! They are fast and efficient!! I pickup and sometimes I eat there cause it's a quaint place! They also have BOGO things on their menu through the UberEats app!! And their prices are awesome for what you get!! Definitely not too busy YET!! Once this place gets known more it will be hopping cause what I have tried on their menu is all tasty!!

I attended my first Supper Friends this past Saturday eve. I really enjoyed the environment,…read morewelcome drink, and food! The friends I went with had been there several times before and spoke highly of the experience. The appetizers consisted of oysters, Brie crostini's, and prosciutto wrapped butternut squash! I enjoyed the nicely spiced seafood gumbo, gulf fish, and a few bites of the sweet King cake. I was able to bring some leftovers home too so I could enjoy it again! The owner was there and I think he got the baby in the cake. :-) You can order additional drinks while there and we were recommended a very nice red wine that went well with the meal. I'm so glad I got a check to check it out and look forward to trying it again hopefully this year!

Supper Friends at Swoop House is an Austin institution when it comes to pop up dinners. We have…read morebeen going for many years, maybe ~9 years since our first dinner here! And we keep on coming back. It is fun, delicious and the ambiance inside the house and the gardens is optimized for enjoyment! Supper Friends offers a themed meal (usually dinners, sometimes brunch). It is normally a 5 course prefix menu that is carefully thought out. I'm particularly fond of their passed appetizers - they usually have 3 different types of delicious bites - that you can nibble on as you wait for guests to arrive and dinner to get served. There's an option to pair your meal with wines. The staff there is amazing from the wait staff, the sommelier, the chef, owner (including his family) - all very attentive and friendly! We would like to see more dinners offered. Our last dinner there was a couple of months ago and we've been waiting for the next event since! We can't wait to go back!

I had no idea what to expect when I walked over to the counter of this restaurant. I remember…read moreseeing the video on Instagram about how this was one of the best spots in Austin, and they couldn't have been more right. The balance of flavors and spices are out of this world, and they have set a new bar in Asian cuisine in my life. The surrounding area had nice seating and views, and the service was proper and kind. 10/10 I will be back again and I would highly recommend!

I checked this place out due to a special they were having. I can't recall the Vietnamese name but…read moreit's a fried rice cake and egg dish! I really liked it but I do wish the rice cake was crispier--we did pre order and I'm not sure if that impacted the texture. My husband got the broken rice dish which I thought was good but he prefers a traditional, non-rib style. This place is a big hidden in Springdale General and occupies a small corner. I hadn't been in this area for a hot minute but it's developed into quite a bustling food court with other small businesses to check out around the area. Their menu is small but follow on Instagram for any special dishes!

Market Eatery is the food hall located inside H-Mart, Austin. They've got a few of the places you…read moresee at other locations such as Tous Les Jours Bakery. Other spots include Let Them Talk (bar), 512 Narrow Street (Korean food), Oh-K Dog, and a few other places. The hall is spacious with lots of seating options. It's clean and easy to navigate. Lots of food choices to satisfy just about any craving you may have while doing your shopping.

Located inside of the H Mart…read more Our favored and regular spots for some decent tteokbokki is at the tteokboki counter, along with some rice and seaweed balls and Kimbap too. And some tofu stew form the tofu counter. There is also good Korean fried chicken counter here as well. Have wanted to try their Oh K Dog, but don't eat beef. Cheese ones might be good, but usually not craving a cheese stick much.