Came here for the Holly Jolly Holiday event and absolutely loved the decor, atmosphere, and spiked holiday drinks! Tickets were reasonably priced and you absolutely felt the jolly holiday spirit with all the decor. Absolutely loved the spiked hot chocolate (it was absolutely amazing- I had to get two). Friendly service and great vibes. Definitely recommend going for the holiday event! read more

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Very Disappointing Experience I was really looking forward to The Golden Girls pop-up at Wanderlust Wine Company. Unfortunately, the experience was nothing like what I had seen from the pop-ups in other cities. The biggest disappointment was how little there actually was to the experience. The kitchen table wasn't even there. The girls famously gathered around that table eating cheesecake. Blanche's bedroom was completely outside in a completely different building, which made the whole setup feel disconnected. Even the wall phone, which was supposed to have the girls talking did not provide the experience I had seen from Instagram reels from other cities. Then came the cocktails. At $16 each, I expected them to at least be made correctly. My Blanche Devereaux cocktail was made with club soda instead of Sprite. Club soda tastes like Alka-Seltzer. I had to ask for a different drink. The second cocktail, The Dorothy, was made with Prosecco and unfortunately wasn't good either. Even the one lady sitting at this isolated bar with me said her drink was bad too. They double charged me. Which is another major issue. My ticket was $23.34 including taxes and fees and the complimentary drink was supposed to be included, with only a one-cent charge when I arrived. Instead, I was charged an additional $23.08, including $11.54 for the drink that was supposed to be included in the ticket price. Is there an explanation? Will this be corrected? My credit card company has already been notified. But what a hassle I have to go through. Just scan my QR code, and don't charge me .01 cent. I paid my ticket and "free" drink. Also as a solo guest, I was also extremely uncomfortable with where I was seated. I was placed away from everyone else at a very narrow bar along the wall, completely isolated from the rest of the group. Honestly, it felt like being sent to the kids' table at Thanksgiving--off in another room away from the adults. It was humiliating and made an already disappointing experience even worse. The entire experience amounted to roughly 15 minutes of taking a few pictures, drinking a poorly made cocktail, and leaving. For what I paid and what was advertised, I expected something much more immersive and fun. I couldn't wait to leave. Thank God I didn't pay for parking. I'm extremely disappointed. I went in excited to celebrate one of my favorite shows and left feeling like I had wasted my time and money. Based on this experience, I would not return to Wanderlust Wine Company. read more

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Went to a wedding at this venue. So surprised to walk in and it transported me to an art gallery. Walls are covered with modern art. Interesting visuals,bright colors. The space is large with many different rooms decorated well. Clean and spacious. The wine and beer list is extensive- did not eat any food because the hosts had it catered. People were friendly and helpful with service. read more

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Went here the other day with my fiance and a friend of ours for their Frankenstein Cocktail Experience. My first tip and seems like an obvious one is make sure you go to this Wanderlust if you signed up for the Frankenstein Cocktail Experience. Don't go to one of the Wanderlusts in Austin. The event comes with a voucher to get your first drink free. You have a choice of two drinks for the voucher. You can get the Electric Jolt or It's Alive. If you get the Electric Jolt, make sure not to add too much charcoal. A little goes along way and your drink will not taste as good if you add too much For my second and third drinks were the Divination and the Igor. These are interactive like the Electric Jolt so no need to worry about adding too much of anything. All the drinks were very tasty and fun to see. The bar is set up for Halloween and does not normally look like the pictures that I am posting. They usually have a wine wall that is covered by decorations It was a great experience. The decorations were amazing and the drinks were great. They had a table full of games that was available for use but I don't remember seeing anyone play the games. If you like Halloween and a good Cocktail then you should check out Wanderlust's Frankenstein Cocktail Experience read more

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I miss when Wanderlust was just a cool place with a wall of self-serve wines and chill vibes but it seems like they only do pop-ups now. I last visited for the Barbie Museum pop-up and I am struggling to understand the rave reviews on here because everywhere else I see people discussing it, it's in disappointment lol. I had gone to an Alice in Wonderland event here a couple years back, the entire front of the bar was still the same but the Alice event was happening in that portable looking space in the back patio area and that's what I thought it'd be for the Barbie museum but they overhauled the entire bar and filled it with shoulder to shoulder tables. We'd spent $46 on reserving a table for 2 and for one cocktail, a soda, an undressed burger (we did not request undressed) and a kid's grilled cheese (because nothing else looked appetizing without alterations, and they were unable to alter anything so woo, sounds like just prepackaged heat and serve with full kitchen price tags) and it was still a $40ish dollar bill even with the $10 towards food that came with the table reservations. We felt dumb anticipating a meal from this experience and should've just grabbed a cupcake a piece or something. It was hard to appreciate a lot of the museumesque displays because of the crowded seating and just dancing around other patrons in a pretty crammed space. The back patio had some cute areas, that was pretty much the highlight of our visit. The servers were really short, felt like they just wanted to get us served and for us to get out. There was one lady in the back patio that was sweet enough to offer to take a picture of my boyfriend and I but it was not a welcoming experience. I don't know what their next pop up is planned to be but I can't imagine it being worth it if they float similar pricing. Felt like they made the reservation options to ensure they got their payment upfront because they knew what they had to offer wasn't actually worth the price tag. read more

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I have so much fun when Wanderlust does pop-up events like the Whataburger Museum and the Malibu Barbie Cafe at this location. The partnerships/collabs are spectacular. I'd be remiss if I didn't talk about the wine and the wine cocktails. Some of the best wines I've ever had have been at Wanderlust. I'm really into sparkling/champs/Prosecco and their offerings are on par with what I've had in Italy and France. European wine goodness right in the heart of Austin. Prices are comparable to other wine companies. I love that they have wine/wine cocktails on tap. By the glass and by the bottle options. The wine cocktails curated for the Barbie cafe were themed with color, presentation, and flavor that popped and screamed "I'm a Barbie girl"! read more

The Malibu Barbie Cafe was what I had expected where they rebranded the Wanderlust Wine Co. Downtown into a world of pink Barbie. We had a great time taking in all the photo ops and roller skating. The food was rather good where I had the Live Your Dream Grilled Cheese and was not any grilled cheese but had other ingredients like fig jam. It had great flavor and told the chef (Chef Barbie) in person of how good it tasted. They have a bar on site and ordered the Malibu Vibes which tasted like a delicious strawberry infused drink. Most items on the menu is pink colored like the pancakes but some were left normal like the burger buns. You are given tickets for a food and merchandise rebate. The place itself is rather small but all seem to fit very well. They sell a variety of Barbie items and shirts. For the price is was worth it and had a great time. I parked at the Austin Convention Center next to the Hilton Austin, but you can park next to it and pay via parking app. read more

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This Wanderlust wine location is a nice space with a variety of wine pours available on tap. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. Parking can be tough to find though, especially on weekends. The lot adjacent to the Wanderlust building is not owned by them and charge $$ for parking. Street parking it's less expensive if you can find it or there's free parking available under the bridge across the street. read more

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We went to the Frankenstein's lab Halloween pop up here last night and had so much fun. They did a great job decorating for the occasion. With the ticket you get one themed interactive cocktail and can stay for about 1.5 hours but I did not notice the staff policing anyone's time since there was always available space. Make sure you go to the downtown location for the Frankenstein lab, we went to the wrong location at first because I didn't know Austin has three Wanderlust Wine locations! I've been to an Alice in Wonderland pop up here too. Normally Wanderlust has a wine wall that you purchase a card for and then get charged for the amount of wine you pour. It's a great way to try lots of different wines. Thank you Wanderlust for hosting such fun creative experiences! read more

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Came here for the Neon Paint & Sip and it was amazing! This was an after-hours event at the Wine company location. The experience was different, and it really was fun to do. They have a wall of wine to choose from and you pay as you pour. So if you want a sip, pour a sip...full glass, open the faucet. I've always loved this idea because you can try different ones and serve your own glass. I'd want to go back during normal hours to see the set up and try a few of the wines that ran out during the event. read more

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Came with some friends for the Barbie Pop Up event last week. It was cutely decorated and we got a lot of fun photos. The servers were friendly and helpful. The food was just ok with limited choices. The descriptions of some items were a bit exaggerated. For example, the fruit salad was described as having lots of fresh fruit and additional strawberries but there was just one strawberry cut in half and the fruit looked like it had been sitting for a while. The drinks were fun but only wine based so I chose to have a glass of red. It was clear you were paying more for the experience and decorations than the food. At $25 per ticket plus $40 ish for food and drink, just know it's more about the photos and fun! 4 for experience. 3 for food. read more

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If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! The Wanderlust Malibu Barbie Café popup was an absolute DREAM. From the second we walked in, it felt like stepping into a real-life Barbie world -- every detail was on point, from the vibrant pink decor to the perfectly themed outfits on the staff (who, by the way, were SO friendly and fun!). We ordered the grilled cheese, the burger, the DIY cupcake, and the strawberry ice cream float -- and let me tell you, it wasn't just cute for the 'gram, it was delicious. The float alone gave me childhood joy in a glass. The highlight? Roller skating around in this Barbie dreamland and taking the most iconic photos ever. Every corner was Instagram gold. It was just pure happiness, start to finish. This experience made me feel like a kid again in the best way. If you get chance to go -- GO. It's truly the best thing ever read more

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My girlfriends and I went to the Barbie pop-up last night and it was fun. Wonderlust went all out to convert this bar into an epic Barbie theme pop-up - even the bathrooms are redone Barbie style. It was raining so we did not skate, but we had a great time. The food was just OK as were the drinks. If you go, and you should, go for the atmosphere don't expect much as far as food and drinks go. Of course, make sure you dress for the part. read more

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Malibu Barbie cafe was cute but very disappointing, not enough items on the menu. I understand that it is a pop-up shop but so over price. The food was not good at all the Service was just OK. The restaurant said reservations were a must and we paid $130 for a group of 5 and of course non refundable. I don't under why they made us paid and the restaurant was empty maybe a way to make money for sure. I've been reaching through emails so someone can explain it to me so hopefully they get email me. Don't waits your time food is over price and not even good. read more

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Such an awesome place! Was doing a group trip to Austin for my bday and I'm always looking for good wine spots. Found this place in my searches and immediately decided we'd have to go there the day we arrived on my actual birthday. I've been to other self pour wine bars so was super excited to give this place a try! My bday was on Wednesday and as it turns out, they have 1/2 off all wines on Wednesdays - TOTAL SCORE! When we first got there, the staff was very nice and helpful explaining how everything worked. They had quite a variety of wines and I loved that they separated them by type. And they even had some cocktails which was great for my one friend who isn't a big wino! The decor was lovely and they had lots of seating both inside and outside. We started inside on some comfy chairs next to the stage where a dude was playing some tunes. My friends surprised me with a birthday cake and the staff were fine with us having it and lighting candles! We eventually moved outside which had lots of picnic table seating, and we got one of the charcuterie tower thingies to share - everything was very yum! I got to try so many different wines and what's great about a place like this is you can just do a small sample instead of getting stuck with a whole glass of something you don't like lol. We all had a wonderful time and I'm so glad I got to spend my bday at Wanderlust! read more

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Great wine selection Live music Friendly staff What a great way to start the weekend! I love the ability to try 1 oz pours before committing to a full class of wine. We joked that this is my favorite "video game" of all time. Took my time to "research" the different wines available along the wall; it's all part of the experience! They had live acoustic guitar tonight and we enjoyed having a fun environment to sit back, relax, and sip while listening to throwback tunes. read more

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Very cool and fun concept. Such a diverse mix of whites, reds, sweet, dry, and sangrias and wine based cocktails. I loved that I could try as little or as much wine as I wanted. My favorite was a local tropical mead. Not super sweet, but very much on the yummy side. Loved that it was low in alcohol as well and just $8 for a full glass--wow! The winery has tons of seating and free wifi, so such a chill spot and great place to relax after a long day or a spot to work from! Minus one star for the service. The lady that was helping was not the warmest or friendliest. I felt a little ignored at first and that I was annoying her with my questions, but I think she might have just been overwhelmed? I did like that she worked with the happy hour and Yelp check in discounts. My total was only $18!! Definitely check in and take advantage of their happy hour. read more

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So glad I decided to "yelp" a wine bar in Austin in my downtime. Took a $7 Uber around the corner from the Austin Convention Center and got dropped off in an empty parking lot! LOL! Most people Uber or walk here because the lot is not owned by the wine bar and prices vary for the parking. The door faces the access road off of 35, so I just walked around. Anyhow, I was greeted warmly by Michelin (hope I spelled that close to correct!) even though two large parties were closing out their tab. She walked me through the concept and apologized profusely for not having any charcuterie boxes left or a food truck on site. That was a bummer because I was in need of a snack. Oh well! The variety of wines at my disposal more than made up for what it was lacking in food. I tried a couple of sweet options (the watermelon margarita was a sweet surprise!), a couple of interesting whites (a Tempranillo!), and a couple of reds, too. I wish we had one of these close to me in San Antonio. This would be my spot; no doubt! read more

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This is a cool concept for a wine bar. My friends & I came to Wanderlust Wine Co. a few months ago and had a great time! You are given a card upon entering which is used to pay for the specific amount of wine you dispense. I liked having the opportunity to try a variety of different wines! Also, we all enjoyed the outdoor seating area out back. My only complaint would be the price - despite being charged only by the amount of each wine, I still would consider it to be decently expensive. read more

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This was our first stop after arriving in Austin. My wife and I went on a walkabout and just stumbled across this lovely shop. We had a fabulous experience sampling all kinds of different wines from all over the world, and the tapas plate was delicious. The staff was terrific. I can't wait to return! After 4 hours in Austin, we were ready to move to Texas. Love this town and its vibe. read more

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The operating hours weren't correct when my guy and I went so we literally rushed here thinking it was about to close. To our surprise it was very much still open and it was drag bingo night! This was my first time out with my guy around the LBGT+ community so it was really cool that he was comfortable and not complaining In addition to bingo there was a table full of games so we played Uno and had a few rounds of wine. The wine machine was acting a little crazy so we asked for help & the customer service was really great. The young guy who helped us gave us a complimentary tasting. We don't live in Austin but we'll be sure to stop by every time we come. read more

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Wine lovers, if you haven't been to a Wanderlust Wednesday, you are missing out! Every Wednesday, wines run for 50%! How it works: upon entry, you'll check-in at the counter where you'll keep your credit card on file and in return, receive a swipe card. That swipe card is your lifeline, as it will give you all the wines you want. The wines are divided by country and types. Depending on your selection, you'll be able to see the name of the wine with a thorough description on the screen. Once you've made your final decision, you'll place your card on the slot, and turn the spout. I absolutely love the endless possibilities that await here. read more

Found this place by chance. Stopped since we saw it served wine. We were happy to see that it was a serve your own wine type of place. Wine on tap is such a great idea. They give you a card that you use to get your wine. You get charged by the ounce. They do have happy hour. They have a good selection of wines. For those that don't like wine, they have a handful options (margarita, old fashioned) The place is cute and they have a nice outdoor patio. They had a food truck the day we went. Con: - the wine comes out pretty fast, so you have to be careful as it can add up quick. If you want to taste first, be quick at closing it. - there's no way to figure out how many ounces you are serving yourself. read more

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The quality versus call comparison is not adequate. I've been a few times and the outside looks great but when you go inside, it's very basic overpriced in the quality of the food and drinks are made but if you're a content creator is looking for a good content go for it. read more

Okay, this place is super cool! If you're into wine, and good vibes without having to feel so fancy... please come here! 56 different wines on tap. Cute inside decor with so much local art, and a bad ass patio in the back with a food truck that serves authentic Italian food! The food truck owner was extremely personable and kind! He even gave us the breakdown of the different methods of how to cook pasta in all regions of Italy. FYI, even though this is downtown, there is a private parking lot. read more

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Great spot for meeting a new date like I did, or going out with friends! I even ran into a couple people I happened to know right off the bat, who bought us jello-shots to start the night off. Pretty simple but novel system - load up a card, swipe the card at a wine station and choose the amount wanted. Love the large amount of variety and self-serve concept. Each of the 4 wines I tasted were also great! My date also went great. We talked for 3 hours, changed sceneries a couple times to check out the courtyard and use the heat lamps before settling back inside again. We're now actually meeting for a third date tonight. Thanks wanderlust! Definitely a top-of-mind location in the future when I need good social spot recommendation! read more

Food n drinks sucks but the show was amazing and fun most enjoyable unforgettable experience in Austin The entertainment was perfect for Sunday fun fun read more

I absolutely loved the idea of self serve wine bar. The ambiance was relaxed and intimate in an amazing way. If you like wine and have a bit of a commitment issues this is the best place! You are able to serve yourself a taste before committing to a glass. The host/cashier was extremely friendly showing us the process and even participating on some small talk about win with me and my friend. I wish I took pics but I was just enjoying the moment too much. read more

Fun atmosphere with street art painted on the walls- bright colors and open seating It was fun to try different wines however, my selections weren't that great. But that might be more my own issue! The night I went an event from offline was featured and there were tons of cool people-easy to strike up conversations. There's a front area with couches where it appears you could bring your computer and work! They also had board games near the front. The staff were all super friendly and helpful. Even though there was an event going on, it was easy to find parking on the side streets. read more

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From the moment we walked in we felt welcome! They were very friendly showing us how the process works. You could tell they were glad we were new.  They truly have great enthusiasm for their jobs and this business.  A new product even arrived and we were informed we came at a terrific time! It was so easy to tap my Wanderlust card and release the wine. There's a great variety of wines to choose from, including wines from France, Spain, some sangrias and hard lemonade. Warning: make sure all the taps are closed before you insert your card. I didn't see that one was turned a bit and wine started trickling and money ringing up on my card.  Because it's not very bright, I didn't see the wine flowing. Lesson learned! There's an interesting room off the patio for private events.  I'm jealous I couldn't pop in! Happy to see the food truck. Mmm: truffle fries and bruschetta! You MUST come visit this location! read more

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Cute experience but one time thing for me. For one, many wines were on empty, so the selections were extremely limited. Even more limited if you drink red vs. white or vice versa. It's a chill space to catch up with friends. Live music is always a plus and the patio is very cute. Protip: Half off on Wednesdays! read more

Free music bingo every Thursday! Came to wanderlust during SXSW and it was amazing! Using the wanderlust card to purchase wine at your own pace was a *fabulous* experience and I love you can choose how many ounces you want dispensed. Stuck around for music bingo and that was fun and an easy way to score free Jell-O shots! read more

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What a great place to come to on a Wednesday night. 50% off Wednesday's! I so enjoy trying different wines (especially reds) and they have such a variety of options! I chose to do 1 ounce pours all night to try as many as I could. This whole concept is so much fun, you get a card when you check in at the front, they teach you how it works. You place the card at the wine you want to try, you choose your amount (1, 3, 5oz) and there you have it! They also have GREAT live music indoors, option for outdoor seating. You would NEVER guess you were in the middle of downtown being there. SO MUCH FUN. read more

Great wine tasting bar. Fun experience! Michelynn was a wonderful host. Choose your own wine, amount of pour. Plenty of clean glasses. Will visit again. read more

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Best wine experience I've had in Austin so far! Just the concept of paying by the ounce, and having so many options is incredible! Their system is easy to use: you get a card assigned to you to keep track of your drinks, and each spout has a digital screen with a lot of useful info on the wines available. The inside is spacious, but I love the outside area the most. They have a couple areas to take cute photos, and more than enough tables to sit at. I'm looking forward to our next trip so I can try their food! read more

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This is 100% my vibe. Sample lots of wines? Choose my pour? Huge outdoor patio? Instagrammable decor? Yes yes yes and yes! There needs to be a Wanderlust in every city! I came here by myself on a Sunday afternoon while my hubby was at the race track, and I had such a relaxing time! I think I sampled 6 wines (whites & roses) and found some new wines I really like. At the time it was happy hour and there was a yelp check in discount- love stacking deals! Seems like a great space whether you want to relax, mingle or gather with friends. I def wanna check out one of their events or brunches next time I'm in town. And p.s. wanderlust please consider some Florida locations!!! read more

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Fun idea and great indoor and outdoor seating. Some of the wines were meh but some gems! Took a few 1oz pours to find my go-to - but it's like a fun slot machine. Go during HH for 30% off. Park under the i-35 bridge across the road for free parking during most of the day - read the signs to confirm hours (but parking outside the building is $10/2 hours all the time). read more

What a gem and fun place! Wanderlust Wine Co. is honestly a great place for friends and dates. The vibe is casual (but you can get dressy). We went on a Friday when there was live music. I loved how it was not too loud, super welcoming, and if you need something to do there are board games. I'm trying to expand my limitations and knowledge of drinking various beverages. With the copious amounts of wine, I was able to actually sample them and try to develop my palate. I'm excited to come back! read more

We went to this wine bar for the first time last night and had so much fun. The fact that you get to explore all the wines you'd like at your leisure gives this place a really fun and unique vibe. It's a very casual and fun wine bar. They have over 50 types of wine at any given time so anyone can find something they like. You select the one you want plus the pour size you want and then put the wine card in it and pour the wine yourself. So cool! They also have music every night from 7-9 which is very fun. It can get quite loud inside with the music but they have outdoor seating too if you are looking to chat with friends. Outside they also have an incredible Italian food truck. Several delicious pasta options and a few amazing appetizers too plus cannoli's to finish it off. Definitely try this place out! They have 50% off wine on Wednesday's too so come on a discount night to check it out! Be prepared for a crowd though. read more

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Came, drank, conquered (ok stretch on that last one) We came for the Yelp elite event and tasted our heart out! The original location off 35 is so so cute the moment you walk in. I will say the location at first struck me as odd - but the moment you walk through the doors you are transported into this little artsy wine oasis. The wines on tap are so fun to browse and the wall art is so Austin it makes you think you can buy them (i mean maybe you can?!). The seating is ample indoor AND a outdoor to give you any desired vibe. Will absolutely be back! read more

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