High Noon

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2000 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702

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

highnoonaustin.com
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Texas Winter Storm January 2023: Austin Restaurants Are Closing or Adjusting Hours - Eater Austin

"High Noon at 2000 East Cesar Chavez Street in East Austin is adjusting hours due to the winter storm." - Nadia Chaudhury

https://austin.eater.com/2023/1/30/23578620/austin-winter-storm-january-2023-restaurants-closed-adjusted-hours
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East Austin Bar High Noon Opens With To-Go Cocktails This September - Eater Austin

"High Noon is a partnership between several heavy-hitters in the Austin hospitality scene: Nathan Hill (White Horse, Stay Gold), Jeremy Murray (Blackheart, Kitty Cohen’s), and Matt Rade (Blackheart, Kitty Cohen’s). High Noon will offer both on-site and to-go services, the former with a walk-up station at the bar, serving mixed drinks, beer, whiskeys (Murray and Rade’s now-closed downtown bar Blackheart was known for its whiskey selection), and mezcal. Thai food truck Thai Kun (which still counts controversial chef Paul Qui as a partner) will be parked out front, serving food on the patio. There will eventually be live music at some point. The bar will also offer three drinks to-go for those who don’t want to drink on-site: a beet paloma, and two frozen cocktails, one of which is a margarita. The bar decided to only offer a few cocktails to-go as it was difficult to ensure the same bar-quality of drinks. “You worry about everything, to the type of ice they are using, temperature, glassware, garnish, you name it,” explains Murray. “It’s hard to translate the in-house experience in a to-go program.” High Noon’s space, designed by Mickie Spencer, is deliberately meant to feel a bit disconcerting. The press release describes the aesthetic as “a traditional Western saloon meets Kubrick” (referring to the film director), and an “early 1900s saloon, and a touch of peyote in West Texas.” Thus far, this means ceiling tiles reminiscent of a Rubik’s Cube, a long red banquette, a wooden floor, a stretched-out oval-shaped mirror lined with lights behind the bar, draped curtains, and a large bubble window facing the street. In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the bar has installed UV air purifiers, sanitation stations, and is requiring that customers wear masks when not at a table. Per Hill, this is also the bar’s third attempt at opening, first in March and then in June. He says the bar passed its inspection at 11:50 a.m. on June 26, when Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered bars to shut down that noon. The bar is able to open now thanks to a new amendment by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. By allowing bars to partner with food trucks — such as High Noon with Thai Kun — they can apply for food and beverage certificates which would designate them as restaurants, thus being able to open for dine-in services. When it opens this Friday, High Noon’s hours will be from 4 p.m. to midnight daily." - Erin Russell

https://austin.eater.com/2020/9/10/21430937/high-noon-east-austin-bar-opens-september
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White Horse and Kitty Cohen’s Is Opening New East Austin Bar High Noon - Eater Austin

"High Noon will be found at 2000 East Cesar Chavez, taking over what had been Holly bar Craftsman. The name of the bar could be a reference to the excellent 1952 western movie High Noon, so perhaps it’ll take on a whole cowboys and frontier theme. The space will be designed by Mickie Spencer, who worked on various Austin restaurants and bars like Eberly, Garage, Ah Sing Den, and more." - Nadia Chaudhury

https://austin.eater.com/2019/11/12/20961923/high-noon-new-east-austin-bar-coming-soon-white-horse-kitty-cohens-craftsman-east-cesar-chavez
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Brazilian Street Food Trailer Boteco Expands With Grilled Skewer Truck - Eater Austin

"Brazilian food truck Boteco opened up a Brazilian barbecue skewer truck in East Austin earlier this month. Boteco Espeteria is found in front of the Craftsman bar on 2000 East Cesar Chavez. Co-owners and co-chefs Fernando and Lauren Marri wanted to expand into something slightly new, drawing inspiration from Japanese yakitori. All skewers on Boteco Espeteria’s menu are cooked on a Japanese charcoal grill in a converted Indian auto rickshaw (aka tuk tuk). So far the menu has included pincanha (beef top sirloin), chicken hearts, pork belly with guava, grilled cheeses, tsukune (Japanese chicken meatballs), vegetable ones, and deep-fried churros with dulce de leche. To accompany the food truck’s menu, Craftsman will serve up caipirinhas. The truck’s hours, for now, are from 6 p.m. to midnight Wednesday and Thursday, 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and from noon to 8 p.m. Sunday." - Nadia Chaudhury

https://austin.eater.com/2018/7/18/17587636/boteco-espeteria-brazilian-skewers-food-truck-austin
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BYOB Austin

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We have been coming here for years! This place is awesome!!! The door folks are rad, the bar staff is solid and the bathrooms are clean! What more do you need??? The cherry on top is probably their weekly events. Make sure you ask about them! See ya there 🤘

Tired Noodle

Google
High noon is NOT a bar I’d recommend. The food was the only decent thing at this bar, but they had no order calling system meaning by the time I got my food it was cold. I had an extremely rude and aggressive bouncer confront me. Even though I was peaceful and leaving immediately when asked. He proceeded to get in my face cursing and following me. Making me feel unsafe. He was probably drunk himself. There is no excuse for treating anybody like this. You should never make a customer feel physically at risk. Basic communication skills are important and thats clearly something he lacked. I've never had an experience this bad at bar in my life. It's safe to say I will not be returning to this bar nor recommending it. 👎👎👎

MarivicB

Google
We come here for SXSW to listen to a band we know. They had an outdoor stage with a canopy so even at 2 pm, you were not hot. The staff was very accommodating and friendly, there was no charge to go in. I had to go inside to get wine and the indoor space is so cool! There were different areas to sit ; the ambiance was great. They also had seating outside in the back. I will definitely be back to enjoy this wonderful bar.

Adam Evil

Google
I had the ranch water cocktail which complimented the tacos I ordered from the food truck in the front yard.

Jacquelyn Pruet

Google
Great drinks. Greats vibes great staff. Come for fun soul music spun on original vinyl. People watching is top notch. It can be a place to be seen or a place to chill and find a smaller spot.

Andy Feliciotti

Google
Awesome place to stop in for a cocktail. I especially loved the ceiling tiles that light up with different colors. Great cocktail list and they had a food truck out front for snacks as well.

Jenoch

Google
High Noon is a super cool bar. Whenever you walk inside the atmosphere kind of feels like an 80s bowling alley or an old dance club. They also host really fun live music. I watched a guy named Leo Napoleon play and he honestly blew me away. Overall a great experience and I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a semi-relaxed spot to have a drink.

Lauren Corona

Google
Loved this place! The decor was beautiful, and they had a photobooth, which is the main reason we stopped by, lol. Staff is friendly and drinks are tasty. They also have a tasty food truck right outside for when you get the munchkes. Nice spot.
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Keay A.

Yelp
High Noon is an absolute vibe, especially if you love a bar with spacious patios to kick back and relax. I had the SHADOWFAX (a frozen blend of Skyy Vodka, Rumchata, and winter spices), and it was so creamy and delicious--definitely the perfect cozy cocktail. Lately, I've been sampling my boyfriend's martinis to see if I'll finally find one I love, and let me tell you... High Noon's Dirty Martini is hands down the best I've had so far. I kept sipping his, and he literally had to order another one! If you're looking for great drinks and a chill atmosphere, High Noon is where it's at.
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Deginald W.

Yelp
This spot offers a lively atmosphere with friendly, welcoming staff, great music, and occasional live bands. The large front patio features food trucks for tasty options, while the cozy back patio provides a more intimate vibe. Located among other cool local businesses, it's perfect for bar-hopping or late-night people-watching, making it a go-to destination for a fun and energetic night out.
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Karla D.

Yelp
It's so fun here like all of the time. Great, great, great drinks. Great crowd. Great staff. This is a place I like to show friends when they're visiting. Reasonable pricing too.
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Jesse M.

Yelp
Was walking distance from our Airbnb. Chill spot, wait staff was nice when they eventually asked us for our order. Talked a lot with each other but they had just opened. Liked the drinks and would try again possibly in the future. The inside was decorated for Halloween which was festive.
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Pablo B.

Yelp
Stiff drinks, good pricing, lots of outdoor seating. No complaints. Well, maybe the occasional surprise cover for music you'd rather not be listening to. There's that.
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Laurene T.

Yelp
We absolutely love High Noon! First things first, they allow pups inside and even provide treats! Having somewhere to bring our boys during the summer is especially important for us. Now into the other stuff! They have an absolutely amazing bar selection, I mean, beyond what's normal for a bar! They have superb mezcal drinks and a really great HH!! The seating inside is dark and cozy, and there's also a large back yard, as well as seating out front and around the front porch! Now that they have (IMO) one of the best food trucks in town, Thai Kuhn, outside, this place can't be beat!! Parking can be a bit tricky as they do only have a couple of dedicated spots behind the building. The staff has always been very friendly, and attentive! They garnish each drink with beautiful dried fruits and flowers, taking care with each one. I highly recommend High Noon, and definitely check out their bathroom for some cool pictures, and also be sure to check out the events they host!

Jack B.

Yelp
WORST espresso martini ever. Way too sweet. otherwise the bartenders are nice and a good atmosphere
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Rachel S.

Yelp
I came for the East Side Kings and fell in love with the bathroom! Women, come hold Council in here! It's so beautiful and spacious, and the perfect place for gossip! I had a Rambler so I can't speak to the drinks, but the patio was nice to sit on.
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Kia L.

Yelp
The decor of this place is so beautiful and funky at the same time. I came here on a week day with a friend and it was empty. A few parking spots available in the back and a food truck out front! The bartender whipped up some awesome drinks. Lovely little spot on the east side--it is pricey though!
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Shelby P.

Yelp
Came here to celebrate my birthday weekend and had Gabby as our bartender. She was great! Made the best espresso martini we had ever tried. She also made me the freshest elderflower mixed drink. Great tunes, funky decor, and a laid back vibe. We will be back!
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Natalie R.

Yelp
I RSVP'd for the MOG coin event tonight, and when my friends and I got here, a guy with long black curly hair told us that he couldn't let us in because we'd clearly been drinking a lot. I'm not even sure that this guy works here because he was clearly drunk, but he was being very confrontational. None of us have had anything to drink tonight, and we were only here to support our friends who were hosting this event. My two friends happen to be Indian, so it's possible he was being racist (the confrontational attitude suggested some type of prejudice), but honestly I have no idea. The only thing I know for sure is that I will never be supporting this establishment again, and I will be warning my friends away from it as well.
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Rob P.

Yelp
First time at High Noon last night to see the San Gabriel residency with Europa Boys opening up. First off, awesome that they're doing live music here with no cover. The show was great. I started with a very interesting cocktail to start... with beet juice in it! Switched to beer as it was too many strange flavors for me, but nice to switch it up and not just offer the standard cocktails. Good service, good layout, I really liked the joint!
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Amanda S.

Yelp
This is my go to spot for a chill hang out with some delicious cocktails. The Sandia Margarita is perfection and something all my friends love! I love their frozen drink selection too. The vibes here are what I'm usually looking for. They offer seating inside plus patio seating in the front and back. The bar tenders are great and the cocktail list is tasty. If you are looking for to sip on cocktails and a great vibe then I'd highly recommend checking out High Noon!
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Chris F.

Yelp
Eh - loud bar that looks like it wants to be divey yet cater to young rich kids. Would not recommend the slushy it was disgusting. During our visit there was absolutely no diversity in the patrons outside of my party. Bartenders were not the smiling & helpful sort.
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Nan T.

Yelp
Came by for a few drinks with a friend on a weeknight and we loved it! It has the most beautiful interior with lots and lots of seating. Great music. Friendly bartenders. Really fantastic cocktails and a solid selection of beer and wine. They also have a lovely patio. Lots of street parking available. I'll for sure be back!!
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Mark A.

Yelp
Not as cool as it seems on Insta. Based on all of the hype on social media, I was given the impression there was more western vibes going on at the bar than what was presented. It's still a cool bar, there's fun lighting, it's well maintained, sectioned off for social distancing, and there's an outdoor area (which will probably be much more enjoyable when it's warmer out). The drinks weren't bar - pretty much on par with most other joints that serve a decent mixed drinks, or drink on the rocks. Recommend at least checking it out, and if you get bored, there's plenty of other places nearby!
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Marie H.

Yelp
I came to this place a week or so ago shortly after having dinner in the neighborhood. I ordered a drink with friends then went to the bathroom because I was feeling nauseous suddenly (probably from the seafood I had just had but who knows). The bartender (or someone else that worked there? no idea who they were) were peeking under my stall and trying to open the door when I was in the bathroom. I was probably in there about 10-15 minutes because I felt nauseous from something I had eaten at a restaurant before coming to the bar so I guess I was taking my sweet time but it wasn't busy so??? I don't know if they thought I was on drugs/doing drugs or super drunk or what but it was extremely bizarre and they forced me to leave the bathroom. I've never experienced this at any other bar or restaurant literally anywhere. As a woman it made me feel extremely unsafe to have some man yelling at me to leave the bathroom. They can keep their overpriced drinks ($15 for basic ass gin and soda) and mediocre, unfriendly service. Also the taco truck is totally average. I will never go back here ever again.
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Carly V.

Yelp
This place was such a cool find! It's a little 80's themed retro bar. They have two wonderful outdoor areas to sit, as well as a food truck out front. I stopped in for happy hour with some former co-workers. We took advantage of happy hour and had some cocktails. I tried three different Mezcal drinks: the Cassiopeia, the High Noon, and the Mezcal Negroni. All of them were delicious. I think the Cassiopeia was my favorite. The bartender was really friendly, which is always a reason to return somewhere. I really enjoyed the atmosphere here.
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Austin C.

Yelp
Fun vibes and friendly bartender. I went earlier in the afternoon, so it was quiet and relaxing.
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Katrina B.

Yelp
Killer cocktails and amazing whiskey selection. We had the ~famed~ Watermelon Margarita with a cricket salt rim and DANG YALL it lives up to the hype. Love what they've done with the inside, the indoor fireplace is so sick, the psychedelic cowboys vibes are on point, the women's restroom is a vibey af mirror maze (seriously it's worth checking out), Tender Thighs out front is some of the best fried chicken of your life, there's patio seating both out front and out back, and the bartenders are friendly--Forrest was so interesting to talk with and made it that much better of an experience.
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Dulcemaria R.

Yelp
Good drinks, good vibes one of my favorite spots in Austin. Plus they have east side kings food truck. Great food

Avery F.

Yelp
Love this bar! Such cool vibes, live music and great drinks. Went on a Thursday and was not crowded at all
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Amanda F.

Yelp
Bring your cowboy hats and your hipster jeans for some great cocktails and chill vibes. No but really, this place has chill vibes with live music and burlesque show offered throughout the month. The cocktail menu is about average on prices. I had the watermelon margarita and it was just okay. My husband got the old fashion and damn I was jealous. The old fashion was smooth as ice. They use a local austin whiskey called Austin still whiskey for their old fashion and 100% a fan. I will be making a trip to the distillery in the near future. Overall a cool place. They have a taco truck on site but didn't open until 5 on a Saturday afternoon. Boo because I would have loved some chips and salsa
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Ashley L.

Yelp
I always enjoys bars that have been transformed from an old house. High Noon has a vintage feel to it and the the drinks are good. Location wise you can't beat it! It's right off Cesar Chavez near downtown.
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Cory K.

Yelp
These guys have some great cocktails in a super chill environment. They have a pineapple mint frozen marg that's perfectly balanced. Also had a cocktail with mezcal, grapefruit and beet juice. (!) that was a big surprise but I drank it down. Covid rules are observed pretty strictly, which actually helps the place be a little more relaxed IMHO.
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Connor M.

Yelp
Decided to check this rebranded bar out yesterday afternoon. Let's keep in mind my girlfriend and I were literally the only two people in the bar around 4 PM -- Tupps IPA was tapped so I settled for something else and my girlfriend tried the Cassiopeia. Nothing impressive aside from the alleged grasshopper infused salt on the rim. Promptly payed the tab after the two drinks (roughly $22?) and left. Checked my bank account this morning and whattya know, $50 tab from High Noon. I guess you got to make up for the lack of patrons by fraudulently charging probably the only two people who walked in that day. The only silver lining here is that I was able to take a delightful poop in their restroom when I first arrived. If you happen upon this place and find yourself straddling the porcelain with a vengeance as I did take a moment to enjoy the overpowering aroma of burning decor! Cheers High Noon!
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Ryan G.

Yelp
Art Deco - Eclectic Atmosphere; High Noons knows its aesthetic and it makes it so easy to escape from your everyday. I don't think I can think of a better ambiance than this bar. The best place to grab a drink on the East side and super friendly on the wallet. I always stick to the modelo on draft. Don't miss out, you won't regret it.
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Alex R.

Yelp
Maybe my favorite new bar in Austin. The vibe is neon cowboy western which is a trip. Best of all though is Forest who works there. I was lucky enough to drop in when they weren't that busy and he spent a lot of time sharing a wealth of knowledge about different liquors to try. Can't recommend enough.
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Meghan D.

Yelp
Go for the taco truck outside. And go have a beer somewhere else. Drinks were weak and overpriced. Rude, patronizing bar tenders who were doing shots behind the bar (how professional). This place is terrible.
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Steve H.

Yelp
First off the real selling point for High noon is their amazing cocktail menu. They also have a killer whiskey selection. I had one of the best Micheladas of my life here, I'd easily recommend it to anyone. The "Psychedelic Western" vibe is really cool. They have a specious environment and we felt very safe despite our visit being during the Covid-19 Pandemic. I'll be going back and if your considering visiting High Noon don't hesitate.
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Alejandra A.

Yelp
I was there last night and received terrible service from a bartender named Jeremy. He was being sarcastic and when it came time to pay he asked" do y'all even tip?", we told him he could keep the change, which he proceeded to throw right in front of me as I was having my drink. I didn't finish this drink and this made my experience awful. I felt like I was constantly looking over my shoulder and would catch him staring at the group of people I was with.
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Jeremy C.

Yelp
BEWARE!!!! They fraudulently charged my card 138.57 and held that money for five days. No one from the bar or ownership group would bother to answer my email about how or why this happened or when I could expect the funds back. I'll never go here again and would not recommend it to anyone.
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Karina Q.

Yelp
Went during the weekday. It was a cute place to just keep the drinking going. The bartender was lovely, she made delicious drinks. They have a frozen gin drink that is superior.
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Berangér L.

Yelp
The space is very cool looking and beautifully designed! Great location nearby other bars and food trucks. Staff is kind of rude and aloof. Drinks are hit or miss--some are overpriced ($15 for a watery tequila soda).
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Andrew M.

Yelp
Hi everybody! This place is GREAT! My fiancé and I came here during Covid and felt totally comfortable and still had a ton fun! We had great drinks and a great ambiance... that being said we came around 7pm not around high noon... so I can't imagine what's it's like during its namesake
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Nathan R.

Yelp
Really cool interior. Comfy seating. Poppin food truck in back. Friendly staff. Most importantly: talented veteran bartenders make consistently delicious drinks I'm in real estate so I'm a building nerd so it was cool to see the architectural Easter eggs such as the curved glass mirrors that match the curves of the rear windows and the Pegasus under the bar footrest. (is Pegasi plural?)

Sam D.

Yelp
I came in on a Tuesday, late at night and the two Phillips were EXTREMELY welcoming. Good dudes, good bar...I highly recommend this place!
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April J.

Yelp
Fantastic drinks. Great atmosphere. Great service. Fun bathroom. Nice outdoor area, to boot! Def reccomend
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Jaime F.

Yelp
Over priced or fraudulent charge? Guess they like to overcharge or over tip themselves. Bartenders always drinking and small female on with brown hair always has an attitude. Drinks are always wrong.
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Grant W.

Yelp
An Austin original. A psychedelic western bar with good drafts, great cocktails and an impressive Mezcal list. A perfect neighborhood joint to park up with a beverage in a booth and kill a few hours.

L H.

Yelp
Cool atmosphere. Friendly staff. Stopped in and had a couple Lonestars. Will be back again to try a cocktail.
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Taylor M.

Yelp
Our fav spot on the east side. Great location and cocktails. The watermelon margarita is my go to.

Erin S.

Yelp
The tacos from the food truck were way too spicy, but the guacamole and chips were delicious. Queso was pretty good too. I got the mint frozen drink called missionary's downfall and I was so good, I've gone back again and got the same thing. I also got a Sandia margarita but it was way too spicy and salty. I needed something to offset the spicy ness of the taco and this drink only added.
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Diane J.

Yelp
NICE whiskey collection. I like what they did with the place. I accidentally forgot my mask, and the bouncer was kind enough to give me a brand new bandana so I could get in. THANK YOU!