Experts Say This is the Best Bar in Texas

A former brothel turned speakeasy has been named the top bar in Texas. Austin is known for many things, but the nightlife in our state capital is considered among the best in the country, if not the entire world. So, I wasn’t surprised to see that Midnight Cowboy was ranked among the top 10 bars in the U.S. by the experts at Food & Wine.

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While I’m a little more of a dive bar type of guy, I can appreciate a nice speakeasy. I love the quaint style, but the real star of the show is their cocktails. And the best of the best offer unique recipes and new takes on old cocktails. That’s what Midnight Cowboy specializes in. 

The menu runs to riffs on classic cocktails and changes frequently. The recent “Cowboys vs Aliens” iteration included riffs like a Crop Circle Colada, brightened with carrot juice and tamarind, and The Void, a deep, dark Espresso Martini.

I’ll be adding Midnight Cowboy to the list of places I need to visit the next time I’m in Austin. If you’re thinking the same thing, just know that a night at Midnight Cowboy can be enjoyed by reservation only. Due to the intimate setting of the speakeasy, they only accept reservations for parties of 8 or fewer.

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