Although Austin is known for its perpetual beautiful weather, we witness a few seasonal months of chilly weather. Particularly our short winter is known to be the slowest month for industry folks, but you can still go hang out at all the heated patios in south Austin! Check out our downtown Austin restaurants and watering holes that will keep you warm during our short winter months.
By the James Beard award-winning chef’s of Uchi and Franklin BBQ, Loro Asian Smokehouse is home to innovative fusions of flavor. Check out tasty dishes like Texas sweet corn, oak-grilled zucchini, and tons of flavorful smoked meats. Engage with your friends and large groups with their fast-casual style ordering and communal seating. Bring the dogs along too!
Hours & Location
SUN-THURS | 11:30AM-10PM
FRI-SAT | 11:30AM-11PM
One of our favorite heated patios in south Austin is right off of bustling South Congress Avenue. Cosmic Coffee & Beer Garden is your backyard oasis offering tons of patio space. Grab your favorite espresso beverage or boozy draft cocktail and enjoy three popular food trucks offering wings, tacos, and barbecue. During the cold months, hang out on their heated patio and enjoy seasonal wintery cocktails!
Hours & Location
SUN-WED | 8AM-11PM
THURS-SAT | 8AM-12AM
Another south Austin hangout offering plenty of coffee beverages, beer, and cocktails, Radio Coffee & Beer is home to fantastic live music and great rotations of local Texas beers. Get together with your friends for games outside, study group, or to grab some food from one of their food trucks. Radio Coffee & Beer also hosts occasional pop-up markets!
Hours & Location
MON-SAT | 7AM-12AM
SUN | 7:30AM-11PM
Gather in one of the most beautiful patio spaces in South Congress when you visit Aba Austin! One of the most beautiful heated patios in south Austin, Aba is flourishing with plants and beautiful dishes from the Mediterranean region. You have to try their smoky garlic hummus, fresh ahi tuna appetizer, and roasted sweet brussels sprouts. Enjoy this tropical setting even in the middle of winter!
Hours & Location
MON-THURS | 11AM-10PM
FRI | 11AM-11PM
SAT | 10AM-11PM
SUN | 10AM-9PM
If you’re looking for an ice-cold beer within the confines of toasty, heated patio space… stop by Meanwhile Brewing to try some tasty Texas-brewed beers. Try the Guava Sour for a refreshing thirst-quencher or the Secret Beach, a San Diego-style IPA to get you in the summertime mood. Check out Meanwhile Brewing for the next Super Bowl viewing coming up!
Hours & Location
MON-WED | 8AM-10PM
THURS-FRI | 8AM-11PM
SAT | 9AM-11PM
SUN | 9AM-9PM
If you find yourself in south Austin in the riverside neighborhood, you’ve got to check out Buzz Mill. A local watering hole providing delicious infused liquors like lavender gin, pecan whiskey, and pineapple tequila to name a few you can create a cocktail unlike any other. Try different in-house syrups to spice up your favorite coffee beverage too and warm up on their heated patio. Enjoy Buzz Mill’s weekly comedy specials: Buzz Kill for a real raucous time!
Hours & Location
Open 24/7
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