Midnight Cowboy

Yao Yu Xie

year ago

Love the intimate setting. There are only 8 tables. Technically, it's reservation-only, but walk-in might be accommodated near their opening time at 5 pm. Their cocktail menu is interesting, a 6-chapter story on cowboys vs. aliens (Texas with a quirky twist!): Highballs, Stirred and Down, Mahattanas and Martinis, Sours and Daisys, Terraformed Tiki Culture, Zero Proof. The categorisation (where it made sense) helped. I had the Chaps 'N' Spurs (Rye Whiskey, Planetary Xaymaca, Lo-Fi Gentian Amaro, Gènèpy, Demerara, Peychaud's Bitters), The Void (Reyka Vodka, Cold Brew, Coffee Liquer, Toasted Meringue), and Venusian Blood (Bacon Fat Washed, Del Maguey Mezcal, Beetroot, Lime). The exotic ingredients in the first manifested in a sophisticated flavour, the second is an interesting twist on the espresso martini given the addition of meringue, while the third was just brilliant beyond words in the harmonious flavour of beetroot with the other ingredients. Midnight Cowboy deserves a place in the top bars of the world. Oh, and I love the music there.

James Young

year ago

This was a very chill, interesting place to have a drink. The drinks were a bit pricey but that’s to be expected at a speakeasy. Ran about $22 a person I believe with tax. My spouse was a bit surprised by that and accidentally calculated the incorrect tip amount (which I feel bad about and didn’t realize until he told me what it was after we left). Overall, it was a sweet little setting, an interesting story line and knowledgeable staff regarding the drinks and what caters to you. I recommend it for sure if you don’t mind the price tag for a good experience.

M ANDERSON

2 months ago

It was a Tuesday evening in May. We’d had a super chilled day and wanted to end the evening in a similar vein. New in town, we thought a quiet roof top bar would be the way to go. Not so. REALLY, NOT SO. Eventually we stumbled upon Midnight Cowboy, and thank the heavenly, tarot, brothel, cocktail gods we did. A perfect day just got even better. Can’t thank the beautiful humans attending us enough! If you want a truly descent drink, served by knowledgeable individuals in genuinely interesting surroundings, look no further. A thousand stars out of 10.

David Ashley

9 months ago

Midnight Cowboy is an excellent pre or post dining experience, or just as a jump off or close to an evening. The mixologists are masters of craft serving the best spritited and non-alcoholic creations. I love the new menu - both in design and recipe reprotoire - that I had to buy one as a keepsake. I will visit again soon.

HashtagDietFood

year ago

Amazing drinks menu, each and every cocktail is beautifully crafted. The menu is fun too and takes you through a journey. They change their menu periodically. It’s a speakeasy and not easy to find. Also, I recommend reservations in advance as this place is quite small and is famous and full. Had a great time!

Arash

10 months ago

Midnight Cowboy is such a unique and unforgettable experience! The atmosphere is one-of-a-kind—intimate, cool, and perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a night of truly great cocktails. The drinks here are not just tasty but carefully crafted, with so much attention to detail. You can immediately tell the bartenders love what they do. One of the best parts is how special the whole experience feels. You do need to make a reservation in advance, and once you do, you get a secret entrance code to use at the door. It adds to the excitement and makes the night feel like something out of a movie. Our host was awesome and incredibly helpful, making sure we felt comfortable and guiding us through the menu if we had any questions. Overall, this is absolutely a must-visit in Austin if you want more than just a regular cocktail bar. Between the amazing drinks, the speakeasy vibes, and the thoughtful, welcoming service, Midnight Cowboy is easily one of my favorite spots in the city.

Jason Gonsalez

3 months ago

First speakeasy I went to. The ambience was very chill and vintage. The drinks were all amazing. Will definitely go back again. Definitely first date and celebrating an anniversary date.

Maria Marbles

3 months ago

Tried the Antidote and the Midnight Express! Both incredible! What a sweet hidden place! 100% would recommend. Trust your gut, the door is the door… you’ll see.

Karla Billingsley

2 months ago

Beautiful speakeasy! Drinks are elevated and well themed. They have the Arcana menu that is beautiful! You do need a reservation to get in, so plan ahead.

Mireille Tussing

3 months ago

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You'll Walk Past It Twice Before You Figure It Out From the outside, Midnight Cowboy looks like any other Austin apartment building — intercom panel, buzzers, residents listed by name. If you're looking for the best vibe in Austin, you almost walked right past it. *Note: "The residents are the key." That's all I'll say. THE VIBE: The aesthetic is pure mood—leather booths, exposed brick, and dark wood floors. It’s the kind of place where the mirrors have ornate wood trim and the lighting is kept low enough to make the rest of the world disappear. It’s intimate, quiet, and feels like a true sanctuary - endless and strangely timeless. THE DRINKS: The cocktail menu — called the Arcana — is framed like a tarot deck, and the drinks live up to the concept. The Blood Moon was the standout of the night: full-bodied, smoky, and somehow also delightfully fruity — the kind of cocktail you don't expect to work as well as it does. The Ostara was its perfect counterpart. These aren't just cocktails. The use of bitters and herbals here demonstrates a level of mixology that genuinely elevates the experience. THE EXTRA: We ended the night with a tarot reading by a dedicated reader in one of the private rooms at the back. It wasn't planned — it just happened. Organic, ethereal, and exactly the kind of moment this place seems designed to create. OVERALL: Condé Nast Traveler named it one of the best bars in Austin, and they're not wrong. A solid 5/5. Whether you come for the cocktails, the atmosphere, or whatever unexpected thing happens at the back of the bar — Midnight Cowboy delivers. Make a reservation, especially on weekends. And brush up on your tarot