Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Lake Austin

"Designed to feel more like a Hill Country ranch than a restaurant, Contigo is just north of much of Austin's action, drawing families on the weekends with kids who love to run around its outdoor space. The steaks and burgers are well worth going out of your way for, as are the cocktails, which are mostly seasonal. You'll feel like a real Austinite here, surrounded by locals from the neighborhood at one of the family-style tables and chatting up the staff that seems to know every anecdote about what's served here and where it comes from."

"Contigo is a choice location just outside of downtown for amazing, well, everything. The completely outdoor rustic eating area is true to Texas and very rancho-chic. The food offerings are farm to table and as such, vary often based on ingredient availability."

"Situated on Anchor Lane just by the Southwest Greenway, the first thing diners notice about Contigo is the fantastic open front and huge outdoor dining area. This is because the ow..."

"You can sit outside in Austin almost any month of the year - with a short break in the summer for 110 degree days and that one week in January when it drops below 40. So it makes sense that there’s no shortage of great patios, but there are few better spots to eat and drink outside than Perla’s. You’ll sit under a large tree while servers bring you oysters and make you feel like you’re vacationing in a small beach town - despite being able to hear the traffic of South Congress and see a guy testing out his “Cowboy Mime” act for tips."

"Congress, 512/291-7300www.perlasaustin.comHours: Brunch Sat.-Sun., 10:30am-3pm; lunch Mon.-Fri., 11am-3pm; snacks & raw bar daily, 3-5:30pm; dinner daily, 5:30pm-close. Happy hour weekdays, 3-6pm. To say that McGuire Moorman Hospitality group has the Midas touch would be an understatement."

"Austin might be miles from the beach, but you would never know it while eating at Perla’s. The seafood is fresh, the nautical interior is fun and food is consistently top-notch."

"4710 E 5th St, Austin | Ask nearly anyone that’s been living in Austin longer than 5 years and they most likely have at least one story that involves a fun night of mischief at Justine’s. The patio and interior proudly boast its old-world French-inspired bungalow, meshed with the liveliness of New Orleans bar to set the mood for a fun night. The incredibly playful service team, coupled with a delicious menu of French snacks and creative cocktails will keep you and your friends coming back for the party."

"Location & ParkingSouth Austin (off Congress) // Parking lot available but limited spots. DetailsI used to head over here ALL THE TIME for happy hour, but unfortunately they recently changed the happy hour prices so I can’t consider this a go-to anymore. However, it is still stunning and features beautiful gardens and fire pits."

"Lenoir is the refined madame to Justine’s sultry mademoiselle. With the beautiful, romantic decor and cozy dining room, Lenoir is an impressive first date venue. Opt for the four-course tasting menu, which makes ordering a breeze, freeing up the rest of your time to chat away."

"If your date is a beer lover, look no further than The Brewer’s Table. In addition to finely crafted beers made on site, 26 guest taps, wine, and cocktails, enjoy some fantastic plates made in their open-concept kitchen. The Brewer’s Table has to be the highest-quality gastro-pub in the country."

"Parents can enjoy a brew or two while kids run around in the lager garden. Plus, there’s kid-friendly food items like grilled cheese and a Cuban sandwich."

"A post shared by @fatmexicancousins on Nov 23, 2019 at 6:30pm PST. Fujiyama’s sashimi and sushi are rated as one of the best in Austin, Texas. Featuring hibachi-style cooking, the restaurant has a lively environment with wooden tables and simply decorated interiors."

"Italian architecture with gorgeous stone and brick walls, dark wood beams and warm, old-world lighting set the mood for Italian-inspired romance. The authentic and highly praised Tuscan cuisine includes Formaggio al Forno (baked brie, fig marmellata, almonds and grilled crostini), Capellini con Gamberi (angel hair pasta with shrimp, tomatoes concasse and cracked red chili) and Filetto di Manzo (wood-grilled beef tenderloin with Gorgonzola and a Sangiovese demiglace). Save room for the Affogato — an award-winning vanilla bean gelato served with a shot of espresso poured over it."

"3 out of 5 stars Restaurants Italian West Austin. This West Austin ristorante is set in a spacious stone structure based on an Italian farmhouse, yet discreetly tucked away in a valley off 2222. Since 2000, chef Harvey Harris has been serving the Tuscan cuisine he perfected while studying and cooking in the region."

"Constructed to closely resemble an Italian Tuscan villa, Siena begins with amazing ambiance and a serving staff that truly KNOWS what they are doing. Customers consistently comment on the quality of service received during their dining experience. Siena offers a wine selection worth talking about and for those that prefer wine by the glass, they have at least 20 different options to choose from."

"A post shared by Shoal Creek Saloon (@shoalcreeksaloon) on Sep 12, 2017 at 1:27pm PDT. If peaceful, quaint surroundings are what you’re after, Shoal Creek Saloon may be right up your alley. The outdoor patio, located at the back of the restaurant, overlooks Shoal Creek, making you feel like you’re anywhere but in the midst of the big city."

"Musicians of all genres perform in this intimate theater for live tapings of the longstanding PBS concert series, Austin City Limits. If you're lucky enough to snag a ticket through the lottery system, grab a drink at the bar on the outdoor patio overlooking downtown Austin before the show. Then take your seat inside the intimate venue, where the atmosphere is charged as some of the biggest names in music take the stage."

"Peruse the music listings for Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater. This is a great way to see a world-class act and get close to the famous Austin City Limits stage."

"The Zilker Hillside Theatre is a beautiful outdoor venue in Zilker Park. Bring the whole family for one of their family-friendly shows. Arrive early so you can claim a spot in the grass and pack a little picnic."

"Zilker Theatre Productions, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has provided award-winning, free admission entertainment since 1959, boasts an audience of over 50,000 for the beloved Zilker Summer Musical."

"The Zilker Hillside Theater, located in Zilker Park, is an award-winning theater. It mainly features family-friendly shows that are open and free to the masses."

"and Teresa Lozano Long Center for the Performing Arts, just south of Lady Bird Lake, is a performance center and ode to the artful—majestic, even—reuse and revival. Designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, it opened It opened in 2008 after 10 years of construction (along with funding issues and civic discussions of same). It replaced the mod, domed Lester E. Palmer Auditorium, reusing 95 percent of its building materials, including the distinctive green and brown panels—originally on the roof and now decorate the exterior walls—and the ring-beam exterior structure, which now is a terrace that offers an excellent view of downtown."

"Year Opened: 2008Cover: YesDrinks: Full barCapacity: 2,400 (Michael and Susan Dell Hall)Noise Level:. Austin finally got rid of that ridiculous Palmer Auditorium, the huge seaweed-green civic auditorium that resembled a sickly turtle and branded the city as a place stuck in the past. A good deal of the old building was salvaged—including the chamber ring that held up the roof—but in the context of the new Long Center, the whole thing looks positively mod."

"Sound & Cinema is an event sponsored by Alamo Drafthouse, Long Center, and Do512. It usually happens from June to August and features free live music and movie shows."

"The Dominican food truck from chef Melvin Mendez is known particularly for its empanadas, filled with chicken, beef, ratatouille, or queso. Pickup orders can be placed online and there are Grubhub deliveries."

"The City of Austin seeks two and three-dimensional artworks in any medium from Austin-area visual artists, galleries, or visual arts organizations for the upcoming 2020 People’s Gallery Exhibition, which will be on view from February 2020-January 2021. Spanning the first three floors of Austin City Hall, the gallery is designed to showcase the work of local and regional artists and to encourage public dialogue, understanding, and enjoyment of visual art. The program’s goal is to present a series of exhibitions that reflect the artistic excellence and cultural diversity of Austin, and to promote the City’s cultural and economic initiatives."

"The People’s Gallery at Austin City Hall showcases the talents of local artists with an extensive annual art exhibition in the atrium and open areas of the first three floors. Approximately 150 contemporary artworks are on display, including paintings, photographs, sculptures and more. You may view the exhibit for free anytime the building is open."

"837 W 12th St, Austin, TX 78701-1701+1 512-477-4929[email protected]http://www.davisgalleryaustin.com/. Centrally located on the corner of 12th and Shoal Creek, Davis Gallery is a friendly setting for contemplation and conversation through fine contemporary art. The permanent on-site collection of works for sale represents the diversity and talent the gallery has to offer."

"Davis Gallery & Framing continues the tradition established by Bill Davis at the Tarrytown Gallery in 1979. It serves as a home to many of the best local and regional painters, printmakers, sculptors, and ceramicists. Davis Gallery is a friendly setting for contemplation and conversation through fine contemporary art."