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    Milonga Room

    4.3 (51 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Entrance in the back behind Buenos Aires Cafe
    Lea M.

    Tell Andrew I can't find the Disco Fabuloso playlist on Spotify. I thought maybe he didn't have it public. I have no idea what they typically play in this space BUT the music was so good. Andrew said it's a mix derived from Detroit and it was unreal. We had already eaten at Buenos Aires Cafe and so our group went for a night cap and we had the best time. It's a groovy place with plushy velvety furnishings and fun lighting and decor. Andrew was great with all the hospitality and swaggy style. I'm a fan, we had a great time.

    Milannie C.

    Decided to improvise a date night on a Saturday and came across Milonga Room. I have always been a big fan of the food and cocktails at Buenos Aires Cafe, so it felt like a good choice. We were promptly seated for our reservation and I was impressed with the service. The chicken empanadas were delicious and their chimichurri sauce is one of the best I've had by far. Their drinks are strong and I enjoyed the presentation of the Brujeria cocktail I ordered. You won't be disappointed.

    Kaylie F.

    Molina room is the perfect last stop on date night. A tiny speakeasy located under Buenos Aires, it's dark and sexy, and the drinks are unique and delectable. I cannot remember the names of what we had, but I won't forget the decadent smoke cascading from my drink infusing it to perfection. One of the bartenders even stopped by our table to see how we enjoyed the drinks which I appreciated. There was one server who seemed a bit aloof, but I suppose maybe she was having an off night. When we ordered a snack she walked away before we could even tell her what we chose, but another picked up her slack. Overall, we love being a guest here and will return in the future!

    Strawberry shots so yummy!
    Aly R.

    Me and my best friend did a cute date night at Milonga Room and when I say I don't know how we didn't find this place sooner, it truly is a hidden gem. Cozy velvet seating, candlelit tables, and an intimate speakeasy vibe check. And the cocktails are absolute works of art. The Carajillo was rich, velvety, and perfectly balanced, a delicious blend of espresso and sweet vanilla warmth. The Aperol Spritz was bright, bubbly, and refreshing, like a little burst of summer in a glass. Every drink feels custom made, with the bartenders walking you through the flavor notes and making sure it's exactly to your liking. But what truly sets this place apart is the service. Andrew, the manager, is a master of hospitality, warm, welcoming, and effortlessly making you feel like a regular from the moment you walk in. Whether it's a date night, a celebration, or just an excuse to treat yourself, Milonga Room turns an evening out into an unforgettable experience. We can't wait to come back(:

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    Michelle V.

    Truly some of the best cocktails we've had in town! We are not huge gin drinkers either but I got the Francesca cocktail and my fiancée got the milonga daiquiri. The Francesca was a lavender and elderflower gin cocktail with an egg and whipped cream top and it was truly delicious - I could have 5 of them!! Truly a girls dream cocktail if you're looking for something floral and sweet. The milonga daiquiri was so smooth and a great option for those looking for something a little stronger. The inside is a bit on the smaller end (maybe 6/7 tables and 3/4 seats at the bar) and they do make reservations too in case you want to be sure to snag a seat! We walked in on a Thursday night around 8 pm and were able to get seated but soon after, it was almost completely full. Won't lie the cocktails are on the higher end, expect to spend around $18 a drink or more but we left happy and satisfied with our choices and drinks. Service was great as well - quick to get our order in and check as well.

    Francesca
    Abida H.

    Mix lavish, creative, moody and you have the Milonga room! Lush velvet, art deco, gorg details, and inventive cocktails make up this amaro-centered speakeasy tucked underneath an Argentinian cafe. Ring the doorbell of a red door to enter You'll find South American inspired cocktails such as carajillo with a twist, cocktails with mole bitters, and of course -- several with amaro or fernet, beloved in Argentina My favorites were the egg-white Francesca and the carajillo, or South American espresso martini. Drinks are on the pricier side (quite a few over $20) Tapas are the perfect accompaniment, pair with a cheese board or empanadas made in Buenos Aires Cafe upstairs. We loved the empanadas especially the carne picante (spicy beef) empanada that came with a flavorful chimichurri Overall a great time and gorgeous speakeasy setting!

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    Eleni K.

    Milonga Room is an intimate and artsy lounge with the best cocktails on East 6th. This speakeasy under Buenos Aires Cafe makes you feel like you're in a stylish 1940s Argentinian living room, it's an excellent romantic date spot or place to grab drinks post dinner. The drinks are truly an art at Milonga Room- we were blown away by the incredible taste of the cocktails and unique balance of flavors. Additionally, the bartenders were super friendly and knowledgeable, and they went out of their way to make sure we enjoyed our experience (shoutout to Andrew!) My absolute favorite was the The Francessa, a delicate lavender cream cocktail with a beautiful hand crafted aesthetic. After just one sip I added Milonga Room to my list of best cocktails in Austin! We also enjoyed the Palermo (light and refreshing) and their spin on an espresso martini, the Carajillo Del Alma. Last but not least, one of the best parts of the Milonga Room is you can order empanadas and light bites from the restaurant above! Who knew cocktails paired so well with chimichurri.

    Cool decor
    Jen S.

    Very cool and romantic lil speakeasy! Just what we were seeking. Small, seats maybe 30 max, nestled below Brazilian cafe behind an unmarked back door and accessed via a voluminous red velvet curtain....ahhh! Sweetly enthusiastic server and talented bartendress took good care of us. Ambiance and music fit well. Only complaint would be that our seats by the door were too brightly lit, but I guess they don't want people stumbling in! Aim for a darker & more private back corner, if you get a choice. We tried: sleepy hollow*, velvet underground*, brujeria, carajillo del alma* (will try to emulate at home!) *=our faves

    Velvet underground + new gin sour type drink
    Lorraine W.

    This is one of my favorite speakeasies in Austin. It's a really cosy, cute, intimate spot - perfect for a date. My favorites were the Velvet Underground and the Brujeria (it looked fun so we wanted to try - thought it would just be gimmicky with the fire, but it had excellent sweet and almost savory flavor as well). They are about to release a new cocktail menu, we previewed one of the drinks (a gin sour French 75 inspired drink). It was pretty smooth and lemony as well. Highly recommend a reservation, but if you go right when they open, you might be able to walk in as well. I have done this a few times.

    Chandler P.

    Visited the Milonga Room after dinner at Buenos Aires and I absolutely loved the speakeasy vibes!! You have to go around to the parking lot in the back of Buenos Aires and find the door with a doorbell, then ring it and wait to be invited in. It was so cozy and the room was very small and intimate. The cocktail selections were so unique and I definitely want to go back and try the 3 or 4 specialty cocktail samplers we saw someone order! The bartender was very accommodating and even went upstairs for us to pour us glasses of wine that only Buenos had. Such a great date night spot!

    Paayal J.

    Vibey speakeasy spot behind Buenos Aires Cafe-- walked by on a Friday evening as walk-ins, and they were able to get us seated around 10:00 pm due to cancelled reservations. Not much seating overall, so would recommend getting a reservation in advance if you can. Drinks were awesome; my fave was the Velvet Underground, which had egg whites and a hint of banana. Unfortunately, the kitchen had closed, so we didn't get to try any of the food. My only gripe was with the service-- when I asked for recommendations, the server was not very helpful/ said there were no sweeter cocktails on the menu, though the one I ordered definitely was. Only 1-2 people working the whole downstairs area, so understand it may have been tough to get to everyone. Will have to come back to Buenos Aires Cafe to try the empanadas!

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    Lucy V.

    OMG I love love, love the speakeasy. I have been dying to go to here and finally my friend got reservations because every time I want to go during the weekend there is never a spot. The people that work in there are so nice, and they are so much fun and know exactly what to recommend and how to explain the flavors of the cocktails. The place is underground it's very vintage almost like a mixture of Victorian/New York/castle vibes bedroom. The two cocktails I got were by far delicious. I literally could probably of drank a pitcher of each of them. I will definitely keep coming back here for their delicious drinks and great vibes.

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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

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    Hands down my favorite bar I have been too…read more It's beautiful the moment you walk in. The architecture and design creates such a cool vibe. The drinks.... Seriously....The best I've had. Very impressed with the drinks and I enjoyed the inspiration of Japanese liquor and design. Our bartender was so attentive and friendly. He made us shots and it was the best thing I've ever had. I been dreaming of the shot everyday. I recommend this place to everyone now. It's dark, it's quiet, it's cool, it's THAT bar. I cannot wait to come back again and again and again. We aren't locals. Not even close. We drove 9 hours. 10/10 will be back

    My husband and I went to Trona recently for my birthday. I'd seen photos and promotion (by local…read moreinfluencers) and thought it looked like a cool spot with a funky vibe. Being that we live south, it's rare we ever venture out to the east side so I was excited to try it. We had a 6pm reservation on a Wednesday and were promptly seated at a table. We're big fans of sitting at the bar if available, so we asked to switch and it was no problem. The main reason we came to Trona was due to a pop-up happening by Foodie + Tina. Excellent handrolls, crudo and even the chicory salad was amazing. The cocktails we tried were new to the menu as of this week and came with Christmas flair. They were good but not mind-blowing. The bartenders were super nice and easy to talk to. It was really dark which is normal for a speakeasy but as another reviewer suggested, makes it difficult to read the menu. One thing I noticed was they were burning white copal and it took me immediately to Tulum, MX - smells so good! Parking was easy, in an alley nearby. It might be helpful for customers if they had signage in/near the parking lot - we were unsure if we were in the right spot initially.

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    One of my favorite bars in Austin. Some people might see it as a little divey, but that's honestly…read morepart of the charm. The atmosphere is always friendly, relaxed, and easy to settle into whether you're there for a quick drink or hanging out for the night. The drinks are consistently great, and they also have really solid weekday food specials. The sliders and tots are definitely the go-to items on the menu and always hit the spot after a few drinks. One thing I especially appreciate is how much effort they put into the themed décor during Christmas and Halloween. It really adds personality to the space and makes coming back during the holidays feel fun and memorable every year. Just an overall great neighborhood bar with good vibes and a lot of character.

    I realize I haven't updated this review since relocating to Austin two years ago. As you may have…read morenoted from my previous review, I'd come here twice a year when visiting from the east coast. One of my stipulations for relocation was to be within walking distance of my beloved Nickel City. Guess what? I am! Less than a five-minute walk. I love this place so much. It's not always about drinking. In fact, quite often I'll do mocktails, water, or soda. It's about community and friendship. The vibe at NC can't fully be expressed in words. It has to be experienced. The staff treat locals and tourists like friends. And, if you're lucky enough, you actually become friends. They're like a family. Same can be said about patrons, whether regulars, sometimers, or tourists, everyone feels the love. Everyone just gets it! They have some of the best cocktails around. The frozen Irish coffee is incredible. Espresso martinis on tap? Yes, please! And if you want the best bar/comfort food ever then order from their food truck, Delray Cafe. Crinkle cut fries A+ Smashburgers A+ Hot Dogs A+ Grilled Cheese A+ Pizza Logs A+ Tater Tots A+ Everything on the menu A+ Be sure to give the gang in the kitchen (food truck) some love! They're putting out the real deal. Oh and let's not forget Steak Night! Much love to my fave neighbor, Nickel City!

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    Met a few friends here a week or so ago to listen to a jazz band called Ananto. We enjoyed the…read moremusic, the drinks, and the fries! The basket of fries was huge! I arrived a bit earlier and it was confusing how to get into the building. I first went to the door closest to the Busy Signal sign and it was locked. I walked into the bar next to it, Victory East, and told the bartender I was waiting for Busy Signal to open, but he didn't tell me that the entrance was through their bar so my friends and I sat there for a while before realizing we could walk in and grab a seat inside the music location. Other than the confusion at first, we found the venue to be cute and nicely decorated. The bartender came up to our table to take our order. We had a nice view of the band (except for one pole in the view path) and chatted with the musicians during their break. One of my friends had met one of the guitar players before which is why we had even heard of this venue! A big plus was there was relatively easy and free nearby street parking!

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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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