Looking to try the top bars around?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best high-end bars in Austin, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture when cravings strike.
1. Odd Duck
Topping the list is Odd Duck. Located at 1201 S. Lamar Blvd. in Zilker, the bar and traditional American spot is the most popular high-end bar in Austin, boasting 4.5 stars out of 1,715 reviews on Yelp.
Yelper Irene C., who reviewed Odd Duck on March 9, wrote, "I came here to celebrate my anniversary and I had a great time! ... We ended up getting the tuna ceviche, the fish pimento, vegetarian pasta, vegetarian nachos and sweet potatoes...The fish pimento was my favorite! The cracker and the fish just go together so well."
2. Barley Swine
Next is Brentwood's Barley Swine, situated at 6555 Burnet Road, Suite 400. With 4.5 stars out of 1,065 reviews on Yelp, the bar and New American spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking to indulge.
If you're curious for more, we found these details about Barley Swine, which was founded on a commitment to supporting local farmers and ranchers.
"We currently offer our guests a dining experience that features multiple courses inspired by our farmer friends," per the history section of the business's Yelp profile.
Besides farm to table cuisine, this restaurant also has" Swine Time Happy Hour, shared plates and a rotating chef's tasting menu" it states on Yelp in the specialties section.
3. Perla's
Bouldin's Perla's, located at 1400 S. Congress Ave., Suite B100, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the fancy bar, which offers seafood and more, four stars out of 1,505 reviews.
Yelper Pandy S., who reviewed Perla's on March 10, wrote, "The two of us shared the Perla's poco platter. ... Hands down the best thing we had all night by far, definitely deserving a five-star review by itself. It came with oysters, clams, mussels, crab legs, lobster knuckle, scallops and jumbo shrimp."
4. Fukumoto Sushi & Yakitori
Fukumoto Sushi & Yakitori, a sushi bar, bar and Japanese spot in East Cesar Chavez, is another much-loved, pricey go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 404 Yelp reviews. Head over to 514 Medina St. to see for yourself.
If you're curious for more, we found these details about Fukumoto Sushi & Yakitori with chef Kazu at the helm.
"He his skills for ten years as Head Sushi Chef at Musashino. On Sept. 3, 2015, his dream was realized when he opened Fukumoto Sushi & Yakitori Izakaya serving up traditional Japanese cuisine in a casual gastropub setting," notes the business' Yelp profile.
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