Half Step

Cocktail bar · Town Lake

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Where to Eat and Drink on Rainey Street in Austin

"One of Austin’s best cocktail bars, this spot serves quality drinks (try the ginger paloma) in a relaxed atmosphere. Its large outdoor patio has lawn games and, often, live music. Sweets truck Little Lucy’s Mini Donuts is also parked adjacent to the bar. There are barstools for people watching on the busy street out front, lots of outdoor patio seating, and tables inside as well." - Erin Russell

https://austin.eater.com/maps/rainey-street-downtown-austin-best-restaurants-bars-dining-guide-where-to-eat
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75 1/2 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701 Get directions

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