Craftsman

Bar · Holly

Craftsman

Bar · Holly

3

2000 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702

Photos

Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null
Craftsman by null

Highlights

Draft cocktails & well drinks are served up to locals at this chill hangout in a converted home.  

Featured in Eater
Placeholder
Placeholder

2000 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702 Get directions

$$ · Menu

Information

Static Map

2000 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702 Get directions

$$ · Menu

Features

wifi
reservations

Last updated

Jul 12, 2025

Powered By

You might also like

Terms of Use • Privacy Policy • Cookie Policy
 © 2025 Postcard Technologies, Inc.
@eater

"Craftsman opened in the converted 1920s bungalow house in 2015, and closed suddenly in August 2019. Owner Brandon Testa kept ownership of the physical address, and told Eater earlier this year that he was leasing it to new operators." - Nadia Chaudhury

White Horse and Kitty Cohen’s Is Opening New East Austin Bar High Noon - Eater Austin
View Postcard for Craftsman
@eater

"East Austin bar Craftsman is now closed as of today, Wednesday, August 14, according to a notice on its front door. Owner Brandon Testa confirmed the shutter to Eater because of increasing property taxes and the number of offers he has received for the bar." - Nadia Chaudhury

East Cesar Chavez Bar Craftsman Is Closed in East Austin - Eater Austin
View Postcard for Craftsman
@eater

"Bumble announced “BumbleSpots” — places to meet up that Bumble has approved for safety. The first approved locations in Austin are Craftsman." - Erin Russell

Essential Vegetarian Restaurant Opening Second Location in Round Rock - Eater Austin
View Postcard for Craftsman

Sam Keske

Google
Nice, laid-back setting, with cool events (like the Bloody Good Beerfest). Good spot to get away from 6th or Rainey. Only oddity: not sure they have a separate men's restroom (?).

GNB720

Google
Love this spot! The cocktails are consistently delicious, the bar staff is friendly and on point, and the food trucks are just yum! I love the consistent offerings of funtivities as well - always a good time to be had, whether it be a chill week night, or one of their fun weekend events and crowd!!:)

Nick Steffan

Google
The space is really nice. It's large and has both inside and outside options. Their fall 2016 menu was better than the last time I was here. Maybe they're catering to their clientele, but I think their drinks are slightly overpriced. They don't have drinks that have the depth or character that you'd see from drink.well or weather up. They do use fresh, quality ingredients so the drinks are still good.

Rickey Mapp

Google
Great for meeting up with a group or second dates. The drinks are top notch and great beer selection. The bartenders are very knowledgeable and kick ass when it starts getting busy. Parking is limited but you should probably just take a ride share.

Cheryl W

Google
Great happy hour specials, fantastic bartender, awesome setting and drinks!

Amanda Steffan

Google
Nice find bar. The cocktails are creative though not as complex or tasty as say Whisler’s or Weather Up. But still good. Dog friendly outside and the very nice bartenders will even humor your dog parent paranoia and give you plain water if you don’t want to give your pup the flavored water they have out for humans. I’d suggest going on a Friday or Saturday after 7 or Sunday between 2 and 8 and trying the Tiki bar in the back. Those were some of the best drinks we had there all night. From 7-8 on Friday and Saturday they are all a dollar off.

Quinn Devery

Google
Great Cocktail bar with a cool vibe. Dig the outdoor seating and weekday specials. Good DJs on the weekend if you get the itch to dance without feeling like a "Club." I visit every time I'm in Austin.

Michael O'Reilly

Google
Craftsman had a good atmosphere, decent drinks, nice outdoor areas front and back, and a truly outstanding food trailer right out front. I had quite an enjoyable time and no complaints. There's even a throne to sit on!