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Top Bars for Groups in Austin, TX
If you're planning a casual hangout, reunion, or birthday party, Austin’s bars for groups are ready to make it memorable— from outdoor patios on Rainey Street to unique and larger cocktail bars on the East Sixth Street district. Many of these bars offer group-friendly amenities like reserved sections, customized drink menus, and even games to keep the fun going. Whatever your style, you'll find a venue that suits your group’s vibe on Tagvenue.
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![Front Lounge & Downstairs Bar at The Eleanor in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $3300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFront Lounge & Downstairs Bar
100 guestsThe EleanorDowntown Austin, TXThe Front Lounge has 1,000 sq. ft. of perfect space for your guests to enjoy! Whether you're hosting a small dinner or an event for your business, Front Lounge brings together a set of features that make it the perfect place -
![Entire Venue at Parlor Room in Rainey Street Historic District, Austin, TX]()
from $10000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsParlor RoomRainey Street Historic District, Austin, TXParlor Room is a small space located in Austin where you'll find a Craftsman house redesigned into an entertainment space. On-site, you'll find 2 full-service bars, an indoor space, and a patio with seating. -
![Covered Patio at Moontower Saloon in Austin, TX]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCovered Patio
80 guestsMoontower SaloonAustin, TXA patio is a small place with a big capacity! With our new facility, we now can handle large group events of up to 80 people. With an amazing location and a creative menu, our patio is ideal for everything from casual cocktails -
![Partial Buyout at Bungalow in Rainey Street Historic District, Austin, TX]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPartial Buyout
150 guestsBungalowRainey Street Historic District, Austin, TXPartial buyouts available reserving the backyard exclusive to your guests. The backyard space includes a private full-service bar. -
![Verbena Bar & Lounge at Verbena Food & Drink in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $1750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVerbena Bar & Lounge
60 guestsVerbena Food & DrinkDowntown Austin, TX
#Supervenue
Verbena’s Bar & Lounge is a lively, design-forward space located in the heart of our restaurant—perfect for social gatherings, networking events, happy hours, and casual celebrations. -
![Main Room at The Eleanor in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Room
125 guestsThe EleanorDowntown Austin, TXThe Maine Room with an attached projection system with screen lets you create a unique space for any event. Give your guests a place to dance, watch your favorite game, or watch their favorite show and top off the evening -
![Main Bar at Gnar Bar in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Bar
40 guestsGnar BarDowntown Austin, TXAustin’s only action sports bar is now open on historic 6th Street, Austin, Texas. Gnar Bar was founded by a group of friends passionate about BMX riding, sports, and all-around good times. -
![Full Buyout at The Eleanor in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $500
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFull Buyout
300 guestsThe EleanorDowntown Austin, TXAn elegant event venue with a classic touch, located in the heart of downtown Austin’s historic Warehouse district. The kindred, neighboring event space of The Roosevelt Room, The Eleanor offers an idyllic setting for any -
![Entire Venue at The Rooftop on 6th in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $2500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
350 guestsThe Rooftop on 6thDowntown Austin, TXThe rooftop on 6th is a 1st-floor entrance that greets guests with sleek, modern design elements. A grand staircase leads up to the space, setting the tone for a nightclub experience. -
![Full Venue at Bungalow in Rainey Street Historic District, Austin, TX]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue
414 guestsBungalowRainey Street Historic District, Austin, TXBungalow is available for full venue buyouts including both indoor and outdoor spaces, 2 full-service bars, LED wall and Food truck available for private events. -
![Outside Patio at Moontower Saloon in Austin, TX]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityOutside Patio
1000 guestsMoontower SaloonAustin, TXOutside is a neighbourhood bar and grill, a gathering place for friends, family, and lovers of good food. We're all about the atmosphere (and the volleyball). -
![Upstairs Patio at Gnar Bar in Downtown Austin, TX]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Patio
40 guestsGnar BarDowntown Austin, TXIf you're looking for the best place to grab a pint in Austin, then you don't have to look any further than Gnar Bar. Think that you're too old for action sports?
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Celebrate at Top Bars for Birthday Parties
from $2500
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2nd Floor Balcony
200
The Rooftop on 6th
Downtown Austin, TX
The balcony is spacious, with a sleek, industrial design featuring metal railings and exposed beams, complementing the modern aesthetic of the space.
from $2800
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minimum spend / per session
Mezzanine
40
60
The Eleanor
Downtown Austin, TX
The mezzanine delivers a unique experience for your guests with comfy sofas, balconies, and its own fully-stocked bar staffed and licensed with 200+ Spirits, award-winning Cocktails, Beer, and Wine This private event space
from $10000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
50
250
Key Bar
Downtown Austin, TX
The spacious venue accommodates up to 250 guests, making it ideal for socializing or hosting special events in a fun and energetic atmosphere.
from $200
per person / per evening
per person / per evening
Entire Venue
40
55
Sans Bar
East Austin, TX
We are sober curious. We are sober sometimes. We are in recovery. We are allies of those who abstain for whatever reason. This movement is about so much more than curated depictions of what it means to be alcohol-free.
from $1500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Private Event Venue
80
100
Upstairs Circus ATX
Downtown Austin, TX
Come Create, Drink & Be Merry with Upstairs Circus! Upstairs Circus is a DIY workshop-meets-bar concept where people can gather together to create unique leather working, woodworking, jewellery making, art, and design DIY
from $7000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
700
1000
Moontower Saloon
Austin, TX
You deserve the best. You deserve Moontower Saloon. We bring our place in with the best of food, drinks, and atmosphere.
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from $3000
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The Aquarium
50
200
The Rooftop on 6th
Downtown Austin, TX
If you're looking for a place to celebrate, get together, or host an event in Austin, we're your answer.
from $5000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Entire Bar
25
40
Magdalena Bar
Travis Heights, Austin, TX
Please be advised that cocktails served here have the greatest taste because this is the most important feature of this awesome bar. Only the second is the perfect view all around the bar.
from $38
per person / per session
per person / per session
Lounge
35
40
House Wine
Bouldin Creek, Austin, TX
This space feels like your coolest friend's living room—warm, quirky, and full of plants. Tucked into a soft, colorful interior with comfy seating and textured walls, it’s ideal for low-key meetups, creative sessions, or
from $50
per person / per session
per person / per session
Entire Venue
200
300
Industry
East Cesar Chavez, Austin, TX
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Geovan F.
“We hosted our welcome party for our wedding weekend at Industry and it was an amazing event.”
“We hosted our welcome party for our wedding weekend at Industry and it was an amazing event.”
from $25
per person / per session
per person / per session
Full Buyout
100
150
Habesha Ethiopian Restaurant and Bar
Windsor Park, Austin, TX
Only the most amazing restaurant can exist in the perfect, most beautiful setting. Whether you're planning an intimate meal, a dinner party, or a business event, Habesha has the space to cater to your needs in a peaceful,
from $270
hire fee / per session
hire fee / per session
Tasting Room
65
85
Blue Owl Brewing
Holly, Austin, TX
Blue Owl Brewing is available for private events. Tasting Room: Comfortably furnished with cocktail tables, banquette seating, and a 60-foot handmade bar.
FAQs about Top Bars for Groups in Austin, TX
In Austin, prices of bars for groups average $3000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Austin, based on Tagvenue data from September 2025:
| From $1750 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $20 | to $50 | per person |
| From $3975 | to $5000 | hire fee per event |
You'll find bars for groups in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Austin, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2025):
| Small bars for groups | up to 60 guests | prices average $2800 minimum spend per event |
| Medium bars for groups | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large bars for groups | over 130 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
Check out the East Cesar Chavez for a trendy mix of cool, low-key bars perfect for group events. South Brodie also offers larger casual venues where you can easily host a fun, budget-friendly bash. Just outside downtown, South Lamar features chill bars with big outdoor patios, live music, and great happy hour deals. For something a bit different, check out the bars around Mueller—this area has some cool, modern spots with plenty of room for group gatherings, and the prices are usually more reasonable than downtown.
