There’s no doubt about it: a thoughtfully crafted cocktail can elevate any meal, whether paired with a variety of small bites during happy hour or sipped alongside a hearty dinner. Luckily, Austin is in no shortage of restaurants that boast stellar cocktail programs.
Here are Austin’s best restaurants that happen to serve great cocktails. That means freshly squeezed juices with spirits at Odd Duck, pre-Prohibition style cocktails with the buttery-rich menu of Péché, and South American flavors at Peruvian spot Yuyo. Expect classic cocktails with a personalized twist and inventive beverages throughout the map.
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Everything below is listed in geographical order from north to south. If a favorite restaurant bar is missing, let Eater know over the tipline or in the comments.
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