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Austin · Drinks after dinner

Drinks after dinner in Austin.

Somewhere to carry on the conversation after dinner: good drinks, room to talk, and no nightclub noise.

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The Roosevelt Room

307 W 5th St, Downtown · about 13 min walk from the convention center

Award-winning cocktail bar with table service and a menu that runs through cocktail history by era. Semi-private areas and a mezzanine bar suit a client group after dinner.

DrinksEveningSemi-privateClient outing
Fits
Semi-private areas for 16 to 30; private mezzanine bar for 50; full venue up to 175
Cost
$70–120 per person (est.)
Walk
About 13 min from the convention centre
Tip
Reservations are strongly suggested. Parties of 11 or more book through the events form on its website.
Website ↗Source ↗Map ↗Checked October 25, 2026
Drinks$$$

Blue Room

200 Lavaca St, W Austin · about 14 min walk from the convention center

Dimly lit, by-reservation cocktail bar tucked into the W Austin, serving classic and house cocktails. It is seating only, so it stays calm enough to talk.

DrinksEveningUnique roomSmall team
Fits
Seated only; online booking takes parties of 1 to 20
Cost
$70–120 per person (est.)
Walk
About 14 min from the convention centre
Tip
Book on OpenTable. It opens at 6 PM Tuesday to Saturday, and the dress code is business casual.
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Website ↗Source ↗Map ↗Checked October 25, 2026
Drinks$$$

The Driskill Bar

604 Brazos St, The Driskill · about 8 min walk from the convention center

Historic hotel bar at the top of the Driskill's grand staircase, with leather armchairs, cowhide and Western paintings. Come for the room and a classic drink.

DrinksEveningRelaxedEasy walkClient outing
Fits
Armchair lounge seating that suits small groups
Cost
$70–120 per person (est.)
Walk
About 8 min from the convention centre
Tip
Reviewers rate the setting above the cocktail list, so order a martini, wine or beer.
Website ↗Source ↗Map ↗Checked October 25, 2026

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