Drink Well

We've been stopping here occasionally over the past few years. I'm a bit of a classic cocktail nut, from the side of trying new things and expanding our repertoire for our home bar. Let me tell you, I've never asked for something they didn't know, couldn't make, or didn't end up delicious. Remarkable selection and impressive cocktail knowledge can be found at DrinkWell. Oh, and their french fries are on point! Lastly, I love the pendant lamps over the bar. I own a custom car shop, and immediately recognized the welding gas bottle valve caps used as shades... love it!

This is my favorite bar in Austin by far, and really just the best bar I've ever been to - which is why I keep coming back. The cocktails are absolutely phenomenal and truly best-in-class, the food is regularly spectacular, and the people who work here are just some of the most lovely and fantastic people in the industry. This is my home away from home aka my "evening office" when I need to work late for my corporate gig (which is regularly) and want to grab dinner and a drink while I power through. When I'm not working here, it's my go-to place to take friends to catch up or out-of-towners looking for somewhere to grab a great drink with top-notch service. The upscale but warm and approachable ambiance makes it an easy choice to be a regular here. Every part of their seasonal menu is thought out and planned with immense consideration and care and it shows. The owner runs the bar ethically and she ensures that the staff is paid a fair wage and have benefits like insurance. Truly love this spot and would highly recommend it.

Great place to end the day. Perfect atmosphere, lots of interesting options. The drink i got was one called Parlor Games. I liked it but Paperback Romance was way better to my liking. The server was very friendly, this was the night of September 15th. Thank you all for helping make my wifes birthday special.

DrinkWell has some of the best cocktails in town. Sure, everybody loves an old fashioned or a marg, but these guys make distinct and unique cocktails and put new drinks on the menu all the time. This strip off 53rd also has the great Workhorse two and I like visiting both of these bars when I come out here for a drink night since they’re both so different, but oh so great. Keep doing what you’re doing y’all! :)

Modern, small space where it shows the staff very much cares that the cocktail program is on point. My drink was well balanced memorable, even as a classic. Even when busy, staff provides attention to every guest. It's a rare find. Indoors only, no patio. No dogs since all indoor seating. Wheelchair easy. $10 to $12 for classics and $15 or so for inventive cocktails. Industry folks will appreciate the menu of all housemade cordials.

Once upon a time, I asked cocktail bartenders where they go for cocktails and all roads lead back to DrinkWell. Recently I had a rum drink there which tasted more like cough syrup until I realized the dehydrated pineapple was edible, not just for show. As soon as those flavors mixed, I realized the brilliance of their recipes. Can't afford to get drunk here, but that's why Workhorse exists. DrinkWell is best for one drink in an intimate setting.

One of my favorites in Austin. Excellent bartenders pouring balanced cocktails, I would basically throw a dart at the drink list and then start. For food, I actually think the veggie burger is better than the meat burger (in both cases I add an egg). The Brussels sprouts are really popular as they are very good. I also had their special, a tahini cake ball I think, which was an excellent last morsel. The five stars for sure is for the drinks and the ambience: a classy neighborhood bar.