Love the old vibe and decor, very upscale. There was a live bank downstairs. We hung out upstairs…read moreand played pool. The drinks are pricy compared to the bars nearby, but matched the ambiance.

Two blocks from our parking garage...we heard music from the street and decided to go in. This is…read moreanother bar we had not visited for years. All the bars we visited on 6th street there was no cover charge which was nice. Generally speaking, when there is a live band there is usually a cover charge. However, there was not a cover a charge at the Driskill bar...pleasant surprise. The Driskill bar was crowded with standing room only. However, the music was nice and we decided to listen in. The bar area was crowded so even if we wanted to order a drink, it would have taken some time. They featured a country and western band. The folks in the bar were grooving with the music. We did not see anyone with food, so we assume food was not being served at that time. Overall, good experience...

I went to a networking event at DuMont's Down Low and I was pleasantly surprised. I've walked past…read morethis place a few times and never actually went inside. When I entered the event, I was blown away. First, the food was fantastic. Second, the bartenders and staff were friendly. Third, the cocktails were great. Lastly, I liked the vibes and ambiance in the venue. I absolutely plan on returning here again.

What a lovely spot on 4th! This whiskey bar has some very strong drinks! My friend ordered an…read moreespresso martini which he said was pretty good. I had the Lavender Bee which was perfection! I usually just need one to start out or finish off the night. Service was very friendly on a Friday night and the place was very crowded. Such a great vibe! It's very moody and dimly lit perfect place to meet friends or a date. The music was okay mostly EDM which did not mesh with the chillness of the place. Parking can be difficult on 4th. I parked in the 405 Colorado garage which is very cheap (5 hrs for $10)

For my birthday we wanted to experience Kinfolk and we loved the intimacy of the experience! Cam…read moreand Blake were very informative and helped us make great choices for the evening. I love beautifully crafted cocktails and the cocktails here did not disappoint. We enjoyed our time and the atmosphere and will definitely be back for another visit!

Very cool vibes! Apparently they carry over 900 bottles and sitting at the communal table (which I…read moredid) allow you to see most of them. It was quite fun to be at the table and have conversations with various strangers. However, there are small tables you can sit at as well. I think this place is reservation only. It is below a very good restaurant. Didn't really try their food, but definitely a good selection of liquor!

I've been back a few times and I'm happy to report it's still a five-star rating in my book…read more That frozen limoncello margarita is everything. They're only five bucks during happy hour! Service is sublime.

In Plain Sight is the sister bar of Here Nor There (IYKYK). That alone is reason enough to visit…read more They recently expanded their business hours and are now open daily. The bar is very tiny (maybe 10 seats at the bar, 4 window seats, and approximately 6 or so seats on the patio). They are walk in only. The lighting is super cool. The color hues subtly change which gives the space a cool ambiance. I happened to be out on a Monday night and decided to stop by for a night cap. When I walked in, I was the only patron. Chad was behind the bar and he was extremely nice and very personable. I started with the Green Reviver #2. It was a melon twist on the classic Corpse Reviver #2 and it was good! I really enjoyed the chive oil. I followed with the House Negroni. This was hands down the best Negroni that I've ever had. The strawberry twist on it elevated it! I finished with a mocktail. I told Chad to surprise me and he made an NA version of the Yellow Margarita. I enjoyed this and it was refreshing! I mentioned to Chad that I like clarified cocktails so he made me a sample of the Clarified Piña Colada. It was really good! The melon and lemongrass gave it an interesting flavor. I was fortunate enough to return a few weeks later. Freya was working behind the bar and he was just as nice and personable as Chad. I tried the Blue Clover Club. I loved the flavors and presentation of this drink! The raspberry lemon foam was so good and added a nice texture! I also had a House Negroni because I enjoyed it so much the first time. I've only visited twice, but In Plain Sight is definitely one of my favorite cocktail bars in Austin. I'm looking forward to returning so that I can try more of their interesting and unique cocktails!

Snagged a same day reservation as this has been on my list for a minute. Reservation for 7:30, upon…read morearrival use the buzzer and they come up to meet you. Was sat at the second table inside which I will say the seating set up is a bit funky. The chairs we were in were high back and decorative, comfortable for sure. The booths look like they'd be cozy too. Only two seats at the bar and I'd recommend them as you get to see the action. They did stick to the allotted timeframe due to back to back reservations so....one drink later the bill arrived. Service was nothing of note. The other person in my party was running late and it took 10 min for someone to ask if I wanted to start without them after being sat. Of course I would! Time waits for no one. I got the Venetian spritz and it was strong...needed to wait for the ice to help dilute it and then it was tasty. Noted for next time as there were a couple other drinks that looked good. The menu has food options from Buenos Aries upstairs and while I don't order food, the empanadas are amazing so you def should try. Overall nice experience and I'd go back to try other drinks and enjoy the vibe. Music was lounge ish with a mixture of languages.

Cozy, hidden, and just the right amount of mysterious. The drinks were fantastic and dangerously…read moreeasy to finish, and the bartender was really good. The music was excellent and made the whole experience even better. Absolutely worth a return visit.

Dark, quiet and tucked away. This is a great spot for a date night where you can come and connect…read moreand talk without loud music or a crowd overpowering the conversation. Cocktails were pricey but very tasty and service was fast.

Found this place on a Saturday night, and I think it is a great post-dinner drink spot. The space…read moreis beautiful, and it's pretty hidden away, so it isn't crowded or loud. You can easily chat with your date or friends. I got the Desert Wish, and I really enjoyed it. It was one of the smoother tequila cocktails I have tried in Austin. My partner also enjoyed their drink. The only downside is that this place is slightly pricier than some of the other cocktail bars I have tried around downtown.

Are you the type of person that is always up for an adventure? That would be me. When my friend…read moreasked me if I was up to see what was shaking at Bar Hacienda, I jumped at the chance to do so. Bar Hacienda is not your typical Rainey Street cocktail bar. It offers a stylish alternative to the booming music your feel as you walk into other Rainey Street bars. Bar Hacienda evokes a resort type of feel yet has a speakeasy-like atmosphere with creative elements. Clearly it is known for its craft cocktails. We saw folks talking to each other...yes, talking to each other without having scream, "What did you say?" Bar Hacienda feels elegant and refined. Hip Hop was playing in the background, barely even discernable. Picture this...we greet the door manager and he welcomes us to Bar Hacienda. As you look up, you feast your eyes a long stairstep path to the top that looks a little daunting from the bottom. As you slowly ascend the stairs, you eagerly anticipate what will be at the end of the stairs. You land on the first level into an open-covered patio. It is filled with greenery and wicker laden chandeliers with similar décor inside. Unfortunately, my friend and I stayed for a short while it was raining and a thunderstorm was brewing. Looking forward to returning to have a full experience...

They've just opened on Rainey in what use to be the Tipsy Alchemist spot. Great space and decor…read more We got there right when it opened (5pm) on a Friday, so we were welcomed by Victor at the bar who was great - very personable, welcoming and gave us some great reccs for drinks and other spots on Rainey. They have a solid happy hour that I believe is the first 2 hours when they open and all the cocktails we tried were fantastic. Will definitely be back!

We went to celebrate my wife's birthday and the service was great as soon as we arrived. The drinks…read morewere on point and the ambiance was great. Tay greeted us and took care of us and made the night special for my wife and friends.

I came to the Betty for New Years Eve. It's a really pretty lounge and I love the circular bar it's…read morevery New York! I was super uncomfortable as there were like 4-5 bouncers and I don't understand why they were needed. For drinks, complimentary champagne was offered and I ordered the Evergreen Whisper cocktail ($20) it was very similar to a gimlet. Gratuity is automatically added to each tab FYI. My cocktail was great but not worth $20. The bartender who helped me was actually very sweet and kind. The crafted libations cocktail menu is only available until 10pm although they are open until to 12a and later most nights. That doesn't make much sense. The drinks are very overpriced, some drinks are over $40.. very odd for the area. The ticketed event had a black tie dress code. So I was anticipating an elevated experience. I was the only person there and I arrived around 10pm. People arrived around 12:00am not dressed in black tie and it was filled with frat boys in jeans. It's right down the street from Buford's in an area where many college kids party so it is confusing what kind of clientele they cater to..