THE
LOUNGE
Find the handle and pull open.
There's a bar hidden inside Austin's oldest fire station. No sign. No street entrance. Just a bookshelf in the hostel lobby that moves if you know where to look.
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The Secret Entrance
Look for the bookshelf in the lobby
There's no sign.
That's the point.
If we told everyone, it wouldn't be a secret. But you're here now, so we'll tell you.
ENTER THE HOSTEL
605 Brazos St. Walk through the front doors like you belong. Nobody will stop you.
FIND THE BOOKSHELF
Floor-to-ceiling. Leather spines. Find the handle on the shelf.
PULL. PUSH. ENTER.
The shelf moves. The wall opens. Step inside.
BRING AN ID
The Lounge is 21+ only. The doorman doesn't make exceptions. Neither do we.
What you'll find
once you find it.
COCKTAILS & BEERS
Every cocktail is built by hand — seasonal menus, local spirits, recipes we don't publish. Ask quietly for something off-menu. Rotating Texas craft taps if you prefer a cold one.
NON-ALCOHOLIC SURPRISES
Not drinking? You're still in for a great time. Our bartenders take zero-proof just as seriously — Compass Custom Mocktails, Bitters and Soda Builds, and more creative options. The Lounge is a good time for everyone.
LIVE MUSIC & NEW FRIENDS
Most nights, someone's on stage. Local artists, no cover, the kind of intimate show where you end up talking to the person next to you. That's the whole point.
New Artists
and Musicians
Most nights, someone's playing. The stage is small, the room is warm, and the sound carries in a way bigger venues can't replicate.
Drinks for
Everyone
Whether you're here for the spirit or just the atmosphere. Every drink on this list is worth ordering.
Built by Hand
Seasonal menus. Local spirits. No shortcuts.
Vodka
Velo
Vodka, Elderflower Liqueur, Passionfruit, Lemon
Vodka
Moscow Mule
Vodka, Ginger Beer, Lime
Vodka
Clementine
Vodka, Elderflower Liqueur, Orange
Vodka
Espresso Martini
Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Espresso, Cold Brew, Foam
Gin
Army Navy
Gin, Angostura Bitters, Orgeat, Lemon
Gin
Bee's Knees
Gin, Honey, Lemon
Gin
Negroni
Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth
Rum
Daiquiri
Rum, Sugar, Lime
Tequila
Paloma
Tequila, Grapefruit Soda, Lime
Tequila
Charo's Kick
Tequila, Mezcal, Orgeat, Lemon
Brandy
Sidecar
Cognac, Curaçao, Sugar, Lemon
Whiskey
Gold Rush
Bourbon, Honey, Lemon
Whiskey
Bourbon Renewal
Bourbon, Cassis, Sugar, Lemon
Whiskey
Old Fashioned
Bourbon or Rye, Angostura Bitters, Sugar
Whiskey
Vieux Carré
Benedictine, Rye, Cognac, Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters
Whiskey
Penicillin
Scotch, Ginger, Honey, Lemon
Seasonal
Rotating Frozen
Ask your bartender
Kick in the Mule
Spiced Non-Alcohol, Ginger Beer, Lime
Loose Lips
Citrus Based Non-Alcohol, Passionfruit, Lemon, Foam
Lingering Ginger
Non-Alcoholic Aperitif, Ginger, Honey, Lemon
Thursday – Sunday
12PM – 2AM
Weekend hours
Monday – Wednesday
5PM – 2AM
Weeknight vibes
Happy Hour
Daily til 8PM
$6 Margs, Mules & Martinis
Age Requirement
21+
Valid ID required