30 of the Best Margaritas in Austin: Sip Away Today

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1. Taco Flats

We love margaritas but have you had a Spicy Frozen Margarita from Taco Flats? If you haven’t had one just yet, you’re missing out! The chilly, yummy goodness is infused with jalapeños! These margs are sure to wake up your taste buds with a little spicy kick!

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Hours

Burnet
🗓 Sunday-Wednesday | 10AM–10PM
🗓 Thursday-Saturday | 10AM–11PM

Clarksville
🗓 Sunday-Wednesday | 9AM–10PM
🗓 Thursday-Saturday | 9AM–11PM

Location

📍 Burnet | 5520 Burnet Rd Suite 101, Austin, TX 78756
📍 Clarksville | 1110 W Lynn St, Austin, TX 78703

📷 Matt’s El Rancho

2. Matt’s El Rancho

While the margaritas at Matt’s El Rancho are tasty, we recommend going straight for their Mexican Martinis. They’re basically a glorified margarita and are sure to get the job done! Pair it with some Beef Fajita Nachos and thank us later, enjoy!

Hours

🗓 Sunday | 11AM–9PM
🗓 Monday | 11AM–10PM
🗓 Tuesday | CLOSED
🗓 Wednesday-Thursday | 11AM–10PM
🗓 Friday-Saturday | 11AM–11PM

Location

📍2613 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

📷 Licha’s Cantina

3. Licha’s Cantina

Located on East 6th, Licha’s Cantina has one of the best margaritas in Austin! They even offer delicious pitchers for $45 if you are out with a group or on a date looking to get a little tipsy. We’d suggest you pair that pitcher with some Enchiladas Potosina because YUM!

Happy Hour happens Tuesday through Friday from 4-6pm. Indulge in $8 margaritas and $8 quesadillas!

Hours

🗓 Sunday | 4PM–10PM
🗓 Monday | CLOSED
🗓 Tuesday-Thursday | 4PM–11PM
🗓 Friday | 4PM–12AM
🗓 Saturday | 12PM–12AM

Location

📍 1306 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702

📷 El Alma

4. El Alma

These margs will sneak up on you so be careful not to slurp them down too fast because it sure is easy to do! El Alma is an all-time favorite of ours, whether you’re there for brunch or there for the rooftop vibes with a marg in hand, you won’t be disappointed.

Hours

🗓 Sunday | 10AM–10PM
🗓 Monday-Thursday | 11AM–10PM
🗓 Friday | 11AM–11PM
🗓 Saturday | 10AM–11PM

Location

📍 1025 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704

5. Hank’s Austin

Whether you’re there for brunch, lunch, or dinner you can always count on everything being super delicious at Hank’s Austin. Obviously, the margaritas are top-notch because they’re super strong. Treat yourself and indulge in a classic frozen marg or on the rocks. Cheers!

Hours

🗓 Sunday-Thursday | 8AM–9PM
🗓 Friday-Saturday | 8AM–10PM

Location

📍5811 Berkman Dr, Austin, TX 78723

6. Grizzelda’s

The famous pink marg in ATX! If you haven’t had the Grizz Mizz Margarita already you’ve surely seen a photo on Instagram because we definitely consider it VERY Instagrammable!  Not only is this margarita beautiful but it tastes SO good.

Pro Tip:  Brunch  is also at Grizzelda’s here because $20 Bottomless Mimosas, who can beat that?!

Hours

🗓 Sunday | 10AM–2PM
🗓 Monday-Tuesday | CLOSED
🗓 Wednesday-Thursday | 5PM–9PM
🗓 Friday | 5PM–10PM
🗓 Saturday | 10AM–2PM; 5PM–10PM

Location

📍 105 Tillery St, Austin, TX 78702

📷 ATX Cocina

7. ATX Cocina

Sometimes all you need is a classic margarita and ATX Cocina is the go-to spot. These classic margs are made with just three simple ingredients and are extra delicious! Either way, it’s really about the simple things in life.

Hours

🗓 Sunday | 4PM–9PM
🗓 Monday-Tuesday | 5PM–9PM
🗓 Wednesday-Thursday | 5PM–10PM
🗓 Friday-Saturday | 4PM–10PM
🗓 Saturday | 5PM–11PM

Location

📍 110 San Antonio St #170, Austin, TX 78701

📷 Fresa’s – 9th & Lamar

8. Fresa’s

Another Austin fav, Fresa’s Chicken has a few solid margaritas for you to choose from. The house marg is always a safe bet however, they also have a Cucumber Cilantro one, and a sweet Watermelon flavor that are both worth trying! Pair them with El Rey taco. That slow-cooked brisket is everything you need and more!

Hours

Fresa’s Lamar
🗓 Every Day | 8AM–10PM

Fresa’s South First
🗓 Monday-Friday | 11AM-10PM
🗓 Saturday-Sunday | 8AM-10PM

Location

📍 Lamar |915 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703
📍 South First |1703 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704

📷 Enchiladas Y Mas

10. Enchiladas Y Mas

This place is a hidden gem for sure, but they have most probably the strongest margaritas in town. We are pretty sure that’s why locals frequent this restaurant weekly, either to dine-in or take a bunch of margs to go.

Hours

🗓 Sunday-Monday | CLOSED
🗓 Tuesday-Saturday | 11AM–9PM

Location

📍 1911 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX 78757

11. The Peached Tortilla

We love a good marg spot that has two locations! Visit Peached Tortilla in central Austin, or their sister Bar Peached in downtown, to get a spicy marg that will change your life! They infuse their tequila, making this marg open all your senses.

Hours

🗓 Sunday | 10:30AM–2:30PM; 5–9PM
🗓 Monday | CLOSED
🗓 Tuesday-Wednesday | 5PM–9PM
🗓 Thursday | 5PM–10PM
🗓 Friday | 5PM–10:30PM
🗓 Saturday | 10:30AM-2:30PM; 5PM–10:30PM

Location

📍 5520 Burnet Rd #100, Austin, TX 7875

12. Trudy’s

Trudy’s is an Austin staple serving delicious Text-Mex food that pairs well with any margarita. The have an extensive drink menu with fan-favorite margaritas, our favorite being the Tex-Mex Rita for that essential classic taste. These drink are perfectly curated and you’re sure to feel good after ordering on for yourself!

Hours

Trudy’s South Star
🗓 Sunday-Thursday | 11AM-10PM
🗓 Friday-Saturday | 11AM-11PM

Trudy’s North Star

🗓 Sunday-Thursday | 11AM-10PM
🗓 Friday-Saturday | 11AM-11PM

Location

📍901-C Little Texas Lane Austin, TX 78745
📍 8820 Burnet Rd Austin, TX 78705

📷 Polvos Austin

13. Polvos Mexican Restaurant
If it’s one thing Polvos has, it’s variety. Their margaritas are to die for with over 12 different flavors and styles to choose from. Never had a banana margarita? Well, you can go grab one today at Polvos! They even have frozen pitcher options if you plan on bringing friends, or just really could use a drink.

Hours

Polvo’s South
🗓 Sunday-Thursday | 9:30AM-10PM
🗓 Friday-Saturday | 9:30AM-11PM

Polvo’s DT
🗓 Sunday | 11AM-9PM
🗓 Monday-Thursday | 4PM-10PM
🗓 Friday-Saturday | 11AM-12AM

Location

📍 2004 S 1st St Austin, TX 78704
📍360 Nueces St Austin, TX 78701

14. Chuy’s

Chuy’s is a very popular chain that no one ever gets tired of because of their food, their drinks, and the great customer service. Currently, there are around 5 to 6 location in Austin, so no matter what area you’re in, there’s one closer than you think. You can get your margaritas on the rocks, frozen, or as a swirl. Our favorite margarita to order is the Chuy’s Famous Ritas, which has strawberries in it!

Hours

Chuy’s North Lamar
🗓 Sunday-Thursday | 11AM-9PM
🗓 Friday-Saturday | 11AM-10PM

Location

📍 10520 N Lamar Blvd Austin, TX 78753

15. Suerte

Suerte is best known for their savory, mouth-watering food, but they also should just as equally be know for their margaritas. Using unique and authentic ingredients, you can taste the quality of your drink. A fun drink that we like to order here is the “Medicina Latina,” which has ginger, chamomile, honey, and other ingredients to make the perfect frozen masterpiece!

Hours

🗓 Sunday | 11AM-10PM
🗓 Monday-Wednesday | 5PM–10PM
🗓 Thursday-Friday | 5PM–11PM
🗓 Saturday | 11AM-11PM

Location

📍 1800 E 6th St Austin, TX 78702

16. De Nada Cantina

If you’re looking for a delicious Carnitas Taco and a strong Classic Frozen Margarita, De Nada Cantina is the spot! The marg is really refreshing during those hot days and if you order a large, you get to keep the cute pink souvenir cup. Want to sip your drink outside? The misters will keep you just as cool as the margarita!

Hours

🗓 Sunday | 11AM-10PM
🗓 Monday-Saturday | 11AM–12AM

Location

📍 4715 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702