195 Best Date Night Spots in Austin, TX (2026)
Looking for date night spots in Austin, TX? We've tracked 195 date night spots, including Sahara Lounge and Tous Les Jours. The top picks average 5.0★ from real visitor reviews. Browse the list below — or let our AI trip planner build a Austin itinerary around them.
Top picks
Our highest-rated date night spots in Austin
All Date Night Spots in Austin
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Clive Bar
609 Davis St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Hold Out Brewing
1208 W 4th St, Austin, TX 78703, USA
Kingdom
Entrance in alley, 505 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Frozen Rolls Creamery
704 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703, USA
House Wine
1711 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, USA
TCHIADAI
94 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Freewheelin' Coffee
1917 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702, USA
Sammie's
807 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78703, USA
Terry Black's Barbecue
1003 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
The Green Mesquite BBQ & More
1400 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Golden Castle
700 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
De Smash Burger (halal)
De Smash Burger, 709 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Micklethwait Barbecue
4602 Tanney St, Austin, TX 78721, USA
Hole in the Wall
2538 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705, USA
Sapori Italian Roots
800 Brazos St ste 215, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Lumi's Crepes - Downtown
517 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX 78702, USA
Shiner's Saloon
422 N Congress Ave D, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Azul Rooftop
310 E 5th St., Austin, TX 78701, USA
Casa de Luz Village
1701 Toomey Rd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Antone's Nightclub
305 E 5th St., Austin, TX 78701, USA
R&B's Steak and Fries
1700 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702, USA
Las Trancas Taco Stand
1210 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702, USA
Flamingo Cantina
515 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Cuantos Tacos
1108 E 12th St, Austin, TX 78702, USA
Franklin Barbecue
900 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702, USA
Stiles Switch BBQ
6610 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78752, USA
Rō Fitness
74 Trinity St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
The Austin Beer Garden Brewing Co.
1305 W Oltorf St, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Geraldine's
605 Davis St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Prana Café
1623 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702, USA
Shako Mako Halal
701 Trinity St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Bennu Coffee
2001 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
Zucchini Kill Bakery
701 E 53rd St Suite C, Austin, TX 78751, USA
Simona's Coffee + Cocktails
2510 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, USA
The White Horse
500 Comal St, Austin, TX 78702, USA
Come and Take It Live
2015 E Riverside Dr bldg 4, Austin, TX 78741, USA
Elysium
705 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Mohawk
912 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Magnolia Cafe
1920 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Gourdough's Big Fat Donuts & Coffee
1503 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken
117 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Nickel City
1133 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702, USA
Devil May Care
500 W 6th St Suite 100, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Jester King Brewery
13187 Fitzhugh Rd, Austin, TX 78736, USA
Brew and Brew
500 San Marcos St #105, Austin, TX 78702, USA
ATX Cocina
110 San Antonio St #170, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Speakeasy
412 N Congress Ave D, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Frequently asked questions
Where should I go for date night in Austin?
We track 195 date-night spots in Austin, TX — places with dim lighting, good cocktails, shareable plates, and a vibe worth Instagramming. Sahara Lounge is one of the most-booked. Friday and Saturday between 7–9pm are the busy windows; reserve a few days ahead.
Whats a typical date-night budget in Austin?
Most of the 195 date-night spots on this list land in the $$ to $$$ range — figure $60–$120 for two with one round of drinks, before tax and tip. Tasting menus and rooftop spots run higher. Each business page shows the price tier so you can plan.
Are these spots good for a low-key second or third date?
Yes — the wine bars, small-plates spots, and cocktail-focused restaurants on this list work well past the first-date jitters. Look for places with bar seating if you want flexibility on how long you stay; book a proper table if you want the lingering-over-dessert energy.
Can I find a date-night spot in Austin with live music?
A handful of Austin, TX date-night spots host quiet live music — jazz trios, solo guitar, or piano on weekend evenings. Cross-reference with the live-music hub to find venues that hit both vibes. Reservations for music nights book up faster than usual.
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