Located in the historic downtown Driskill Hotel, at the center of the entertainment district, Driskill Bar boasts of some of the finest drinks in Austin. Its chic, rather lavish interiors set the first good impression, with its exquisitely carpeted floors, dim-lighting and elegantly upholstered furniture. The drink choices are plentiful, including the selection of wine. Best known for its innovative cocktails, the bartenders signatures concoctions like as the Barton Springs, Spyglass and The Batini, are not-to-be-missed. The cigar selection is quite adequate for those who care to indulge in life's little pleasures. Whether you are looking for top quality scotch, champagne, or maybe just a little mixed drink to soften the day, the bartender can satisfy your need. Add extraordinary happy hours and great live music to the existing excitement and you have a bar that you simply can't miss.

El Firehouse Lounge ofrece cócteles preparados de manera clásica, tablas de carne y quesos, un ambiente relajado y acogedor, y una variedad de música en vivo de buen gusto. Sus degustaciones de alta calidad son hechas a mano, y constan sólo de los ingredientes más frescos, preparadas por el personal profesionalmente capacitado y bien informado para ofrecer un servicio de bebidas superiores. Hay que vivir esta experiencia y disfrutar de lo que Firehouse tiene para ofrecer.

La Condesa sirve comida inspirada en la del barrio de la Ciudad de México con el mismo nombre. Este restaurante ofrece comida exclusiva de la calle y platos caseros en un ambiente lleno de energía, aireado, y diseñado por el aclamado arquitecto Michael Hsu. El menú contiene favoritos callejeros como tacos y elotes, mazorcas de maíz servidas en un palo con queso Cotija y chile en polvo, así como platos compuestos como el ‘Sunday Chicken’, que consta de pollo con patatas gratinadas y chile relleno. La Condesa se ​​centra en el uso de ingredientes locales, siempre que sea posible, para lograr un mejor sabor. En el bar, cuentan con cócteles galardonados, y una selección de más de 80 tequilas.

Craft Pride is a place for every beer connoisseur. The place houses more than 20 local brews on tap. They have a small seating around the bar but the best attraction is the patio extended outside the bar. Beers and music can be enjoyed with a slice of pizza from Via 313 Pizza which is just an arm's length distance from Crafts Pride, or with food from any of the restaurants in close proximity to this brew pub. Check website for further details.

Uchi es considerado uno de los mejores restaurantes de Texas, y es muy románico con luces bajas. Quienes quieren algo de privacidad, deben ir al bar de sushi. Para un aperitivo, hay que probar el pato con la verdura bok choy y setas shiitake. Hay que asegurarse de dejar espacio para los postres, el creme brulée de té chai es delicioso.

Times have changed in Austin, and now there is an explosion of activity and businesses moving east of the I35 Downtown Corridor. The Yellow Jacket Social Club is no exception to this, and provides evidence of a revamped East Austin. For example, this dive bar, amongst old warehouses and train tracks, trumps all of those negative stereotypes. It's a joint for funky hipsters, where “rockabillies” mingle over alcohol, food, and underground punk music. Enjoy company, either indoors, at the bar, or outside under the trees.

Posse East is a friendly sports bar located on the fringes of Hyde Park, adjacent to the University of Texas at Austin, making it a popular favorite among tourists and students alike. Established in 1971, Posse East offers patrons a casual space where they can drink beer and feast on food while hanging out with friends. The menu features delicious tacos, burgers, sandwiches, soups and salads. Airing of popular sports, open mic and trivia nights, fills this place up with energy and keeps it entertaining for their guests.