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Top Drinks 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 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 -
![Entire Venue at Industry in East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 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.” -
![Entire Venue at Moontower Saloon in Austin, TX]()
from $7000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
1000 guestsMoontower SaloonAustin, TXYou deserve the best. You deserve Moontower Saloon. We bring our place in with the best of food, drinks, and atmosphere. -
![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. -
![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. -
![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 -
![Entire Venue at Parlor Room in Rainey Street Historic District, Austin, TX]()
from $10000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsParlor RoomRainey Street Historic District, Austin, TXOn-site, you'll find 2 full-service bars, an indoor space, and a patio with seating. Craft cocktails await you on site. Parlor Room can accommodate up to 300 guests, making it ideal for a variety of events. -
![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. -
![Covered Patio at Moontower Saloon in Austin, TX]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCovered Patio
80 guestsMoontower SaloonAustin, TXWith Moontower Saloon, you can enjoy great food and drinks in one place, with family and friends around you. -
![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. -
![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. -
![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.
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Book One of Austin's Cheap Spaces for Drinks Receptions
from $20
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Main Dining Room
80
128
Asadas Grill
Austin, TX
The Main Dining Room at Asadas Grill can seat up to 80 guests. The space has bar-style and dining-style seating. It also includes a TV and AC.
from $20
per person / per session
per person / per session
Patio 5
45
72
Asadas Grill
Austin, TX
Patio 5 can host up to 45 people. Plenty of space is available, and the tables can be arranged to align with your needs.
from $20
per person / per session
per person / per session
Patio 4
40
64
Asadas Grill
Austin, TX
Patio 4 at Asadas Grill can accommodate 40 guests. It is an outdoor space, equipped with tables and chairs that can be set to match your needs.
from $20
per person / per session
per person / per session
Private Room 1
14
22
Asadas Grill
Austin, TX
The Private Room 1 has a capacity of 14 people. The space includes a dining table with chairs and a TV. It's a fit for medium-sized dinner parties!
from $100
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minimum spend / per session
Dining Room
60
96
Swift's Attic
Downtown Austin, TX
A playful twist is provided by the lime green tables and the oddball artwork. A combination of communal tables and booth seating is available. The arrangement is ideal for both group dinners and dates.
from $1500
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minimum spend / per session
Main Room
70
125
The Eleanor
Downtown Austin, TX
The Maine Room with an attached projection system with screen lets you create a unique space for any event. Give your guests a place to dance, watch your favorite game, or watch their favorite show and top off the evening
Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Austin’s Restaurants
from $1750
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Verbena Bar & Lounge
37
60
Verbena Food & Drink
Downtown 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.
from $20
per person / per session
per person / per session
Entire Venue
80
120
Zaika Indian Cuisine
North Burnet, 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 $1000
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Restaurant
62
100
Origin Austin a Wyndham Hotel
Mueller, Austin, TX
Our restaurant can hold up to 100 guests and offers a classic diner vibe. Huge windows let in natural light, and multiple seating options make it even more comfortable.
from $25
per person / per session
per person / per session
Full Buyout
100
150
Habesha Ethiopian Restaurant and Bar
Windsor Park, Austin, TX
Only the most amazing restaurant can exist in the perfect, most beautiful setting. Whether you're planning an intimate meal, a dinner party, or a business event, Habesha has the space to cater to your needs in a peaceful,
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
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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.
Drink and Dine at Austin’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Bars
from $1500
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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 $3000
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Partial Buyout
150
Bungalow
Rainey Street Historic District, Austin, TX
Partial buyouts available reserving the backyard exclusive to your guests. The backyard space includes a private full-service bar.
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 $3300
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Front Lounge & Downstairs Bar
60
100
The Eleanor
Downtown Austin, TX
From the huge, fully stocked bar to the stunning ceiling height and luxurious seating, this space is sure to impress your guests.
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 $2000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Outside Patio
800
1000
Moontower Saloon
Austin, TX
Outside is a neighbourhood bar and grill, a gathering place for friends, family, and lovers of good food. We're all about the atmosphere (and the volleyball).
FAQs about Top Drinks Reception Venues in Austin, TX
Booking costs of drinks reception venues average $3000 minimum spend per event. 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 December 2025:
| From $1500 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $175 | to $350 | hire fee per hour |
| From $20 | to $55 | 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 (December 2025):
| Small | up to 55 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 $5000 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.
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