New Wine Bar RSRV Will Open in East Austin | Eater Austin

"Opening in March ahead of SXSW, this East Austin wine bar aims for a “prestigious but not pretentious” vibe that builds community around wine as storytelling. Founded by University of Texas friends Jeremy Hills, Ricky Soto, and Antonio Guevara, the project converts a former gas station into a cozy indoor–outdoor spot with garage doors that open in good weather, a tall copper fence, a centerpiece chandelier in the outdoor area, and a vintage gas pump repurposed as a wine tap. The menu will feature Old- and New-World wines by the glass and bottle, low- and non-alcoholic options, beers, and a small food selection of snacks, bites, charcuterie boards, and cheese plates. Planned programming includes live music, consideration of Moët & Chandon Champagne vending machines, and a second phase expansion adding more outdoor seating and a covered patio; the partners are also raising funds to open a speakeasy bar next door. Emphasis is on bridging the neighborhood’s history and its changes while offering an inviting, community-focused take on wine." - Nadia Chaudhury