Where to sip wine in Austin

A hand with a large yellow ring holds a glass of orange wine in a short wine glass with no stem. In the background, a graffiti mural of a woman's face. — There’s no such thing as a *pour decision* when it comes to choosing a wine bar in Austin.

It’s wine o’clock somewhere, so let’s raise a glass to Austin’s best wine bars.

Next time you’re craving vino, sip and stay awhile at one of these local establishments with extensive wine lists, vibrant atmospheres, and delicious eats. Psst — this guide pairs well with a full glass.

Flo’s Wine Bar and Bottle Shop, 3111 W. 35th St.

An outdoor scene featuring two restaurant signs against a clear blue sky. In the foreground, a neon sign reading "all day pizza" in blue and yellow lettering is mounted on a tall, pale yellow post. Below it, a fenced patio area with greenery and a wooden barrier is visible. In the background, a weathered green sign reading "FLO'S Wine Bar & Bottle Shop" is attached to a wooden utility pole with multiple power lines. The setting includes lush trees, an outdoor seating area with a shaded canopy, and a modern building with dark paneling. — Whet your appetite for wine and pizza at this one-stop shop in Tarrytown.

This trendy Tarrytown locale‘s wine list is overflowing with diverse pours, from orange Texas wine to sauvignon blanc from France. Pro tip: ask what pairs well with the pie you order from on-site eatery Allday Pizza.

Golden Hour, 7731 Menchaca Rd.

Wine aficionados in south Austin should flock to this all-in-one cafe, natural wine bar, bottle shop, and dinner destination. Happy hour runs daily from 4 to 6 p.m., plus Golden Hour Wine Club membership grants you curated wine bundles and entry to members-only events each month.

House Wine, 1711 S. 1st St.

A purple door flanked by empty, colorful wine bottles leads to a patio in front of House Wine, which is located inside a blue home with string lights above. — House Wine has operated in Austin since 2008, but recently moved into this stunning space on South 1st Street.

Sip wine in style at this aptly named business located inside a turquoise home on South 1st Street. In addition to the adorable decor, the perks of wining and dining here include:

Happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m. daily
A $49 bottle + cheese board special on Tuesdays
All-night happy hour on Wednesdays
Live music on Fridays and Saturdays
Half-priced glasses on Sundays

LoLo, 1504 E. 6th St.

Six bottles of wine, both white and red wines, sit on a table in LoLo. There's a haze over the image that gives the photograph a retro feel. — LoLo Wine Club gets you three hand-selected bottles each month for $120, and you can have them delivered to your home for an additional $15.

Natural wine is the star of the show at this bar and bottle shop, which hosts regular events like restaurant pop-ups, supper clubs, vendor markets, and live DJ sets. We suggest cozying up at the bar and asking the bartender for recommendations, or playing chess on a picnic table with a bottle + a group of friends to share it with.

Rosie’s Wine Bar, 1130 W. 6th St.

Clink and you might miss this intimate wine bar tucked behind Howards Bar and Club, featuring a secluded patio, bottles from around the globe, and a menu of small plates inspired by European cuisines. Plus, the watering hole doesn’t take reservations and just launched a new dessert wine list.

The RSRV, 3415 E. 7th St.

Dubbed “The Eastside Country Club,” this newly opened wine bar was founded by three fraternity brothers from UT Austin. Consider visiting more than once, because its menu changes often with regular new additions and seasonal selections.

Vintage Bookstore and Wine Bar, 1101 E. 11th St.

A vintage-inspired bar with colorful wallpaper, wine, and books in the bar. — Name a more perfect place for someone who wants to read at the bar — we’ll wait.

Bookworms, the wine bar of your dreams awaits. Vintage Bookstore and Wine Bar is the Capital City’s first independent bookstore that doubles as a wine bar, and it’s perfect for both introverts who want to sip quietly while reading and extroverts who seek events like live music performances, “Wine & Write” sessions, trivia games, and yoga classes.

The Violet Crown, 7100 Woodrow Ave., Ste. #100

Wooden shelves full of different bottles of wine at The Violet Crown in Austin, Texas. — Say it with us: everything happens for a riesling.

Founders Chris Nagelhout and Grant Richardson want this neighborhood wine bar to become your third place, so it’s ready to host you by day for coffee and pastries or by night for wine and a tinned fish, meat, or cheese board. In the mood for a nightcap? You can pair any dessert with a half pour of sherry for $8.

Wanderlust Wine Co., three locations

Choose your own adventure at these wine emporiums, which claim the title of the world’s largest wine-on-tap wineries. Guests pour their own wine from spouts across the venues, filling each glass to their desired amount + price point. Plus, you can always find something fun to do on the event calendar.

Is there a local wine bar you’d like to see on this list? Drop us a line.

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