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The Driskill Bar
Hotel Bar$$$$
Downtown Austin, Austin
"Try the Batini - worthy of being Austin's official cocktail!"(6 Tips)
"Oldest hotel in town (Built in 1886) Elegant & classy, but fun!"(10 Tips)
"happy hour specials in the bar"(2 Tips)
"Great spot and the cocktails are very reasonable for a hotel bar."(20 Tips)
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ℳ𝒶𝓎♍October 29, 2015Absolute class of Austin upstairs in the back at The Driskill. A super Texas-themed decor with cow fur tables and chairs. Real upscale big city vibe, just far enough away from the dirty 6th chaosUpvoted Nov 30, 2024
Miriam GoldmanJanuary 23, 2015Try one of their three cocktails with St. Germaine's. It's an amazing elderflower liqueur whose taste will haunt you (in a good way!) forever!
Chris PetesciaMarch 12, 2014I was largely a vegetarian until, in a happy buzz from the blackberry smash cocktails, I sampled the bacon-wrapped dates. There's no way to ever to back after having tried them. #love
- Sarah HibbardDecember 27, 2018One of the most historic places in Austin it's so surprise their menu is one of a kind, keeping things original! Being right of 6th Street The Bar in The Driskill is a great place for live music!
OkCupid Daters' ChoiceJuly 13, 2017The Driskill Bar was voted the Best Classic Date Spot by OkCupid users in the first-ever Daters' Choice Awards! Tap Read more for additional date spot categories in Austin. #daterschoice Read more- Pearson - Always LearningFebruary 28, 2014Oldest hotel in town (Built in 1886) Elegant & classy, but fun! The Bar is worth a trip. Bartenders are lifers and have all been there 10+ years
If you spend enough evenings here, you're guaranteed to have a celebrity sighting. On crowded nights it's approximately 30 degrees warmer near the bar and you will sweat profusely.
Charles BMarch 15, 2012wanna come back and visit this great spot on a non-SXSW day, bet its a great place to catch up over a cocktail or 5.
Nicholas GiovanniMarch 24, 2015Nice elegant atmosphere with great drinks. Little pricey but worth it.
Tom InglesiasMarch 16, 2015HISTORIC AUSTIN HOTEL BAR AND KITCHEN RENOWNED FOR ITS HI-END SOUTHERN FOOD AND QUALITY DRINKS. Found it here: http://supper.mx/places/the-driskill-bar-grill-austin/
emily chenSeptember 2, 2014the history of this place is quite interesting. check it out. feels like you are transported back in time.
Kyle BunchMarch 7, 2012You're joining a long list of celebrities and politicians when you belly up for a beverage here. And rumor has it LBJ's ghost is still wandering the hotel, so you've got that going for you.
Visit AustinNovember 4, 2011The Driskill bar serves up the Batini! Roll like a cattle barron at this landmark of Texas hospitality. Since 1886 the Driskill has offered luxury and great service. Just don’t longboard in the lobby.
Social News NetworkJune 28, 2012This is one of the classiest bars in Austin. Go during happy hour for cheap appetizers and drinks, otherwise expect to pay a little extra for the nice atmosphere!
MatthewOctober 13, 2012Surprisingly, the hotel bar at the Driskill is legitimately great. The bar staff is knowledgeable and courteous, and you can get a delicious cocktail for a reasonable price.
Larry LaBurrJuly 6, 2015The Moscow Mule is the drink of choice I hear, and the bar itself is pleasant and has plenty of seats. Wonderful bathrooms too!
Moe DexlerNovember 14, 2014Very cool old hotel. The perfect place to throw back an adult beverage and be thought if as the coolest person in town.
Maggie C PerkinsMarch 19, 2017Grab a burger at the bar, enjoy a classic rita, and people watch for days.
JenniferJuly 23, 2012Celebrating an important occasion and need a cake? Buy from the Driskill Bakery downstairs and avoid the $15 cake-cutting fee. Sweets & cocktails - a match made in heaven.- Elizabeth HallAugust 15, 2015So much to love at Austin's oldest hotel including happy hour specials in the bar with live music daily!
Kevin SkobacMarch 20, 2015I'm told ordering the chips & queso is a touristy thing, but so is hanging out at the Driskell hotel bar, and it's still awesome
Sonja RümenappMarch 13, 2013You can also order cocktails which are not on the drink menu. The Bloody Mary tasts extremly good.
Paul CanterburyMarch 16, 2016Great bar with fantastic atmosphere and I've always meet interesting people here during SXSW
Steve GriersonFebruary 12, 2018Surprising good happy hour specials. Bartenders made my drinks strong too, which is a plus.
Suri RJanuary 3, 2014Must-visit. Bartenders do the classics justice, the decor is stately, and at night there's live piano.
Lesley RobinsonDecember 29, 2015Classy Cowboy decor! Great place to grab a drink and plan the rest of your night.
- Eric AndersenFebruary 22, 2013Need a strong drink after a long day? Order the LDM, vodka martini. Mmm.
Rachel YouensMay 7, 2012Um, that really attractive girl shamelessly hitting on you? Might be a hooker. I've seen them on the prowl here more than a few times and heard some interesting stories.
Gordon RealTVfilms VasquezMarch 9, 2012The baked brie and Batini are a must:-). Wrapped dates and lobster tacos will make that hottie ask for ur room key
The best combination: Chimay, Baked Brie and the 1886 Beignets!
Jordan LampeMarch 9, 2013The driskell sxsw hack: Avoid the line. Take elevator near front desk to mezzanine. Walk straight. Walk down stairs to bar.
Avery EpsteinFebruary 19, 2015oldest hotel in Texas and supposedly haunted, its really pretty and quintessential Texas
MashableMarch 8, 2011Into tech celebrity spotting? You'll be sure to "run into" a few web celebrities here. Just don't make it look like you're stalking them, which you are. - Royal Frasier
Nishant SharmaJuly 16, 2022Service is like that of a dive bar. The waitresses don't clear tables after people leave and you have to walk to the bar to order a drink coz nobody will come to you or bring you the drink.
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The Driskill Bar offers a unique collection of quiet nooks, intimate seating areas, private groupings of period furnishings and live music six nights a week.
Closed until 3:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 3:00 PM–Midnight
- Fri–Sat
- Noon–2:00 AM
- Sun
- Noon–Midnight
(512) 474-5911
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
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Brunch
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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