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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Austin, TX
Hosting a networking mixer, gallery opening, or team celebration? Live music, craft cocktails, and hill country views, Austin was born for this kind of party. Enjoy drinks at funky bars on Rainey Street or hop to unique rooftop lounges near South Congress. We’ve got the coolest drinks reception venues for clinking glasses and catching up in true Austin style. So go on, let’s find your perfect spot and raise a glass to doing things the Austin way.
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![Entire Venue at Industry in East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsIndustryEast Cesar Chavez, Austin, TXDDaniel M.
“Amazing service, drinks, and price. Cannot be beat!” -
![Entire Bar at Magdalena Bar in Travis Heights, Austin, TX]()
from $5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Bar
40 guestsMagdalena BarTravis Heights, Austin, TXThe drinks are top-notch and carefully prepared as every guest here is treated like he is the only one in the world. Please be advised that cocktails served here have the greatest taste because this is the most important -
![Mezzanine at The Roosevelt Room in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $3400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMezzanine
60 guestsThe Roosevelt RoomDowntown Austin, TXThe 20' bar on the Mezzanine is fully stocked, featuring 200+ Spirits, award-winning Cocktails, Beer, and Wine. -
![Patio at Sawyer & Co in Govalle, Austin, TX]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPatio
100 guestsSawyer & CoGovalle, Austin, TXIt’s a partially covered outdoor space with sun umbrellas. It is great for birthdays, cocktail parties, and casual receptions. The space includes access to our Spartan trailer bar. -
![Inside Dining Space at Industry in East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityInside Dining Space
150 guestsIndustryEast Cesar Chavez, Austin, TXGGeovan F.
“Chris invited my wife and I to Industry to try all of the delicious food and beverages we would be having.” -
![Outdoor Area at Industry in East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor Area
150 guestsIndustryEast Cesar Chavez, Austin, TXWith an impressive selection of 30 taps, we offer a wide variety of draft cocktails, wines, and beers to suit every palate. Come on down to our outdoor dining area, where food and fun collide in an explosion of taste and -
![Full Buyout at The Roosevelt Room in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $5600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Buyout
250 guestsThe Roosevelt RoomDowntown Austin, TXWe feature a seated cocktail experience in our downstairs dining room with table service provided by our knowledgeable bar staff who can guide our guests through the expansive list of cocktails. -
![Lounge at Swift's Attic in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $100
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge
56 guestsSwift's AtticDowntown Austin, TXFramed portraits and faded murals add the vibes. Tables are wooden with metal stools. Burgundy curtains and soft lights create a calm vibe. Great for drinks or small groups. -
![Entire Venue at Sawyer & Co in Govalle, Austin, TX]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
200 guestsSawyer & CoGovalle, Austin, TXThe interior offers retro booths and a bar. Meanwhile, the patio offers artificial greenery. It’s an easygoing space for rehearsal dinners, private brunches, and cocktail events. -
![Entire Venue at Key Bar in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $10000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
250 guestsKey BarDowntown Austin, TXFormerly a key shop on old 6th street in Austin, Texas, the key bar is the keeper of Austin's finer things with handcrafted cocktails, local beers, and exclusive digs. -
![Verbena Courtyard at Verbena Food & Drink in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVerbena Courtyard
150 guestsVerbena Food & DrinkDowntown Austin, TX
#Supervenue
Verbena’s Courtyard offers a spacious, open-air setting in the heart of downtown Austin—perfect for both relaxed and upscale outdoor events. With 2,767 square feet of beautifully landscaped space, the Courtyard can accommodate -
![Verbena Bar & Lounge at Verbena Food & Drink in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $1750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVerbena Bar & Lounge
60 guestsVerbena Food & DrinkDowntown Austin, TX
#Supervenue
Verbena’s Bar & Lounge is a lively, design-forward space located in the heart of our restaurant—perfect for social gatherings, networking events, happy hours, and casual celebrations.
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Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Austin’s Restaurants
from $20
per person / per session
per person / per session
Private Room
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60
Zaika Indian Cuisine
North Loop, Austin, TX
Zaika Indian Cuisine is a restaurant that is available for guests to enjoy. The place offers drinks and food, which are delicious and will leave a taste in your mouth.
from $3000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Restaurant & Patio
93
150
Origin Austin a Wyndham Hotel
Mueller, Austin, TX
Combining the indoor restaurant and outdoor patio, host events with up to 150 guests. It is great for receptions and private events. The restaurant offers high ceilings and warm lighting, with natural light during the day.
from $200
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Entire Venue
70
75
China Harbor
South Austin, TX
Most of the time, the pretty atmosphere is to be found here. The restaurant is located in a very convenient place in Austin. Contact us for more details.
from $7000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
31
50
Cruzteca Mexican Kitchen
South Austin, TX
What started in 2008 as Mellizoz Tacos—a beloved 42’ food trailer on South 1st Street in Austin—blossomed into a full-fledged restaurant when the Galindo and Winters families opened Cruzteca in the spring of 2018.
from $5000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Verbena Main Room
80
100
Verbena Food & Drink
Downtown Austin, TX
#Supervenue
Verbena’s Main Dining Room is a versatile and inviting event space located in the heart of downtown Austin. With 1,283 square feet of flexible layout and seating for up to 75 guests, this space is ideal for private group
from $1000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Interior & Exterior Food Hall
350
1400
Fareground Food Hall
Downtown Austin, TX
With over 30,000 square feet of unique event space featuring 5 eateries, 2 bars and an oasis of an outdoor space, we can host groups from 10 to 1,400 and everything in between.
Drink and Dine at Austin’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Bars
from $1500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Private Event Venue
80
100
Upstairs Circus ATX
Downtown Austin, TX
Come Create, Drink & Be Merry with Upstairs Circus! Upstairs Circus is a DIY workshop-meets-bar concept where people can gather together to create unique leather working, woodworking, jewellery making, art, and design DIY
from $7000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Full Venue
414
Bungalow
Rainey Street Historic District, Austin, TX
Bungalow is available for full venue buyouts including both indoor and outdoor spaces, 2 full-service bars, LED wall and Food truck available for private events.
from $30
per person / per session
per person / per session
Inside
100
200
Rock House Bar and Trailer Park
Austin, TX
The bar allows for a wide selection of beers, wines, and spirits. We can accommodate up to 200 guests and seat up to 100.
from $50
per person / per session
per person / per session
Upstairs Patio
25
40
Gnar Bar
Downtown Austin, TX
If you're looking for the best place to grab a pint in Austin, then you don't have to look any further than Gnar Bar. Think that you're too old for action sports?
from $38
per person / per session
per person / per session
Lounge
35
40
House Wine
Bouldin Creek, Austin, TX
Locally female owned and operated since 2008. House Wine is a wine bar as unpretentious and inclusive as Austin itself. The wines are thoughtfully chosen from small production, boutique wineries and vineyards with sustainable,
from $200
per person / per evening
per person / per evening
Entire Venue
40
55
Sans Bar
Downtown Austin, TX
We are sober curious. We are sober sometimes. We are in recovery. We are allies of those who abstain for whatever reason. This movement is about so much more than curated depictions of what it means to be alcohol-free.
FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Austin, TX
Booking costs of drinks reception venues average $300 hire fee per hour. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Austin, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:
| From $215 | to $400 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1250 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $35 | to $50 | per person |
You'll find drinks reception venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Austin, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (June 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $250 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 85 and 125 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 200 guests | prices average $4500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Austin, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Restaurant at Traphouse Caribbean and Seafood
on 310 Colorado Street - 0.1 mi from center.
Venue said: We allow full venue buyouts. Rearranging tables is welcome, but outside decor must be approved in advance. -
Lounge at Swift's Attic
on 315 Congress Avenue - 0.1 mi from center.
Venue said: Swift's Attic is located in downtown Austin, on the second floor of a historic building. A bus stop is just a short walk away. Very convenient location. -
Mezzanine at The Roosevelt Room
on 307 West 5th Street Unit B - 0.1 mi from center.
Venue said: We feature a seated cocktail experience in our downstairs dining room with table service provided by our knowledgeable bar staff who can guide our guests through the expansive list of cocktails.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 200 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average $1250 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 95 guests |
| Bar | prices average $7000 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 250 guests |
| Outdoor Space | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 150 guests |
| Lounge | prices average $3400 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 60 guests |
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