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The Warehouse District creates some of Austin’s most electrifying nights. Find world-class dining, expertly crafted cocktails and the city’s most celebrated gay clubs, all within a few short blocks.
Italian steakhouse Red Ash is famed for its dry-aged steaks, but don’t skip the house-made pastas. Péché’s French brasserie staples get a Texas twist, like bourguignon with wild boar. Inventive wild game dishes, such as elk sliders and rabbit-rattlesnake sausage, celebrate the spirit of the American West at Lonesome Dove Western Bistro.
Share carnitas wontons and lamb lollipops at poolside Group Therapy at Hotel ZaZa, with skyline views to boot. Elegant, industrial Comedor is MICHELIN recommended, thanks to dishes like buttery bone marrow tacos.
Nearly every bite at MICHELIN-starred Hestia is seared or smoked over the 20-foot hearth. Visit Hestia Bar for a la carte bites and cocktails with inventive ingredients, like nixta liqueur.
Experience 1950s Havana at Cuban-inspired Manny’s with fresh ceviche, empanadas and meaty cubanos. A Bodega Bagel sandwich from Rosen’s Bagels starts the day right at a shaded picnic table.
Sip expert-made cocktails from the Gilded Age through today at The Roosevelt Room. Chill out with a coffee or cocktail on the patio at day-to-night Halcyon.
Hip bar Garage hides dark concrete corners and botanical cocktails inside a parking garage. Glamorous, golden speakeasy Powder Room has a no-phones policy so you can stay fully in the moment.
Highland Lounge is Austin’s largest gay club, with three stories of dancing space. Find trivia, sports and themed dance parties at gay-friendly neighborhood hangout The Iron Bear.
Celebrate community at Republic Square with family-friendly film screenings, live music and community festivals. On Saturdays, shop SFC Downtown Farmers’ Market for fresh produce, pasture-raised meat, baked goods and more.
Let loose at Rain on 4th, with dance shows, karaoke and DJ parties. Catch kings and queens nearly every night at Oilcan Harry’s. Energetic dance parties hit the rooftop at tropical Coconut Club. Sister club Neon Grotto dazzles with vivid lights and colorful corners. Watch WNBA and softball at queer-owned 1972 Pub, dedicated to women’s sports. Find books and gifts from LGBTQ+ artists at Little Gay Shop. Feminist BookWoman connects readers to books by and about women. Feel your prettiest at queer-safe Coco Coquette, with wigs and makeup for all. Find more ideas at visitaustin.org/lgbtq
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