The 7 Best Craft Beer Bars In Austin

Austin is full of trendy places to relax and grab a drink with friends, but the craft beer scene is particularly strong in this Central Texan city. 

In fact, according to the Brewer’s Association, 37 of the 275 breweries in Texas are within Austin’s city limits. This means that if you’re in town and you’re looking for quality craft beer, there’s perhaps no better place in Texas.

From the quaint neighbourhood bar to the large, sprawling beer gardens, here’s where you can find the seven best craft beer bars in Austin, Texas.

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1. Craft Pride

As mentioned, a large portion of Texas’ breweries are in Austin, and if you’re eager to try local craft brews, then there’s really no better place than Craft Pride. Here, you can sample over 50 Texas beers on tap, and the bar itself is great at hosting limited edition release parties to those eager to taste new craft beers as they come out.

 

2. Easy Tiger

Well-loved by locals for the outstanding atmosphere, Easy Tiger is easily one of the best craft beer bars in Austin, especially if you’re looking to mix and mingle, not just sip on a tasty beer. This place is home to quite the variety of beers to choose from, with 30 unique beers on tap. But, they also serve scrumptious pretzels and offer guests a lush beer garden with ping pong.

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3. Draught House Pub & Brewery

This neighbourhood brewpub has been pouring quality craft brews since before it was cool. And, with 74 craft beers, ciders and wines on tap, it means that you’ll never be strapped for choice here. On top of offering pretty quality, laidback vibes, they run drink specials pretty much every night of the week. So, you’ll definitely be heading back here often.

4. Hopfields

In what feels almost more like a quaint French bistro than a local craft beer bar in Austin, Hopfields serves as a delightful dichotomy between the trendy and traditional. Here, you’ll find 44 rotating taps from which local and national craft beers flow. The French-inspired menu pairs perfectly with every beer they’ve got on tap, as does their delicious brunch, so be sure to stop by for eats as well as drinks.

5. Wright Bros. Brew & Brew

What’s not to love about a place where you can get quality brewed coffee and equally well-crafted craft beers? Wright Bros. Brew & Brew is a bustling coffee shop by day and a trendy craft beer bar in Austin by night. The beer from 39 taps is organised by flavour, making it easier for those new to the scene to make sense of hoppy, sour, and stout options.

6. Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden

Banger’s is just about as close as you’ll get to visiting a true German beer garden without ever travelling to Germany. From hog barbecue and an on-site smokehouse to their impressive list of 207 craft beer taps, there’s nothing here that’s not to love. Considering that they’re home to the largest draught system in the entire state of Texas, this bar is a definite must on any Austin travel bucket list.

7. Whip In

The unassuming locale of Whip In might not seem like they’re home to such an extravagant beer list. However, inside you’ll find 70 beers on tap, ranging from sours and lagers to quality blondes and Belgians. The food here is to die for, so make sure you come hungry. By far one of the best craft beer bars in Austin for sure.

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Elizabeth Thorn

Elizabeth has lived and worked in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia, all of which have contributed to her passion for travel writing. When she's not writing, you can find her exploring little hideouts in Colombia or watching photography tutorials on YouTube.

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