Austin’s Best Bike Friendly Bars
/There’s no better way to explore Austin than by bike. Austin is fairly compact, and many of its best restaurants and bars are within a 5 to 10 mile radius of each other. Bike lanes and urban trails make crossing the city both easy and safe. Plus, when you’re on a bike, no need to deal with parking or expensive car share rides. There are so many great places to check out, but here are a few of our favorites.
Downtown
Yellow Jacket Social Club
1704 E 5th Street Austin, TX 78702
The Yellow Jacket Social Club features a spacious bike friendly patio.
The Yellow Jacket is a favorite local watering hole located in the heart of Austin’s east side. Its laid back vibe, shady outdoor patio and cheap drinks are sure to make it yours too! The delicious menu and free music don’t hurt its hangability either.
500 Comal Street Austin, TX 78702
Sometimes people even ride their horse to the White Horse. Would you expect anything less?
The White Horse is the east side’s take on the classic honky tonk. Featuring a large dance floor inside and a spacious patio outside. The food truck “Bomb Tacos!” serves up, you guessed it, tacos, everyday from 6pm to 1:30am. There’s nothing too fancy about the White Horse, and that’s why Austin loves it so much.
Craft Pride
61 Rainey Street Austin, TX 78701
Lots of good people watching from the Craft Price patio.
Craft Pride serves up a huge selection of Texas only craft beer. Founded in 2010, Craft Pride is located in the heart of Austin’s famous Rainey Street and has been fueling Austin’s craft beer obsession since 2010. It also features one of Austin’s best food trailers, the Via 313. You can enjoy a local pint and a slice of pizza heaven on their shady patio and you’ll know that life is good in Austin Texas.
The Wheel
1902-B E MLK Blvd Austin, TX 78702
The Wheel’s large shaded patio is the perfect place to spend sunny afternoons sipping cocktails.
The Wheel is a bar inspired by a love of life on two wheels. It is a comfy neighborhood bar located on Austin’s trendy E MLK district. Featuring tasty craft cocktails and beers on tap, a sunny patio and a rocking happy hour. Incredible sandwiches are available at the neighboring restaurant The Daily Press and are highly recommended.
North Central
Draught House Pub
4112 Medical Parkway Austin, TX 78756
The Draught House is famous for its laid back vibe.
Opened in 1969, The Draught House Pub is one of Austin’s oldest draft beer establishments. Originally opened in 1969, they have been brewing their own beers since 1995. Things to love - a great selection of house brewed, locally crafted and imports on tap, yummy bar food and a spacious patio.
The patio at Spider House is a beautiful collection of vintage art and is a favorite place to take photos.
Spider House
2906 Fruth Street Austin, TX 78705
Another old school Austin establishment, Spider House first opened its doors in 1995 in the center of Hyde Park. Originally just a coffee shop and cafe, Spider House has since expanded to include the Spider House Ballroom, a live music venue. They are most famous for their beautiful outdoor patio which features an eclectic collection of new and vintage art pieces, plants and lights.
South Austin
The Spokesman features some very cool artwork.
Spokesman
440 E. St Elmo Rd. A-2 Austin, TX 78745
Located in the heart of south Austin’s St. Elmo district, Spokesman is a bar dedicated to bikes, including a wicked indoor bike rack. A spacious interior with ample seating (including a great bar), patio and delicious food makes it a lunchtime favorite. At night, it takes on more of a bar like atmosphere. Lots of art on the walls (check out the characters painted on the bathroom walls!) Located in an upcoming industrial zone that is also home to St. Elmo Brewing.
Bouldin Creek
1900 South 1st Street Austin, TX 78704
The patio at Bouldin Creek features ample bike parking.
One of Austin’s most beloved coffee houses and vegetarian restaurants in the heart of Austin’s Bouldin neighborhood. Originally opened in 2000 at the location of the current Elizabeth Street Cafe, it moved into its new location in 2011. The beautifully restored building features great lighting, ample seating and a spacious patio. Wall space features a rotating collection of art from local Austin artists.
