Kinfolk Lounge & Library

Such an hidden spot to have a very selected and passionately prepared cocktail . Their cocktail menu is beautifully categorized by taste. I love sour and had what l needed. Fantastic decor and polite helpful and discreet personnel. Will be back for sure.

Amazing selection! We went here Saturday this past week for our wedding anniversary, the guys there I think their names were Brian and Cameron, we’re so nice and very helpful. My husband is a big scotch guy and he was in heaven there! We had dinner upstairs so we didn’t try the food offered there but we heard good things. Romantic atmosphere, fantastic service, delicious drinks. 10/10

This is an outstanding bar for someone who likes spirit-forward drinks. Even as someone who prefers comparatively more refreshing drinks, I recognize that this menu is near perfect in achieving what it intends to be. The clear favorite is definitely the booziest milk punch I’ve ever had, and for me goes down easier after a bit of the ice has melted. I generally don’t like falernum in my drinks so I was pleasantly surprised that they found a way to make it blend well with the rest of the drink. There wasn’t a moment of silence as Ben told us about the history and process (down to the growing of the woods in the casks) that went into each drink, and his enthusiasm was admirable if not a bit overeager. This would probably be one of my favorite bars in the world if I preferred whiskey based cocktails!

Kinfolk Lounge & Library in Austin is a hidden gem, tucked away in a historic cellar beneath Moonshine Grill. This intimate, speakeasy-style bar offers an extensive whiskey and bourbon list that will delight any enthusiast. One standout is their Whiskey Sour, crafted with Four Roses Small Batch Select Bourbon, fresh lemon, gum syrup, Luxardo Amaretto, and egg white—perfectly balanced and rich in flavor. For something lighter and refreshing, the Jack Rose is a must-try, made with Laird’s Bottled in Bond Apple Brandy, Christian Drouin Calvados, fresh lime, pomegranate syrup, Peychaud’s bitters, and lime oil. The atmosphere is cozy, the drinks are impeccable, and a reservation is essential, which can easily be made on their website or through Resy. Highly recommended for a special evening out!

Kinfolk was an incredible experience from beginning to end. The staff was accommodating and incredibly fun, with great suggestions and going above and beyond. We sat in the back communal room, which was gorgeous and filled to the brim with rare bottles of liquor. Prices were fair overall, and the cocktails were delicious as well. Kinfolk is a required visit for me anytime I'm in Austin now.

Definitely a great spot! Amazing vibes, great elegant drinks! Of the ones we tried, I liked the most the First Time Caller. Drinks are complex in flavour, strong and smooth. Didn’t try their custom drinks so can’t really speak on those. Service was good, nice crowd, good ambience. I would recommend this speakeasy once in a while. Drinks are about $20 each.

The type of Modern Speakeasy that Austin Needs, especially for Whisky drinkers and liquor connoisseurs . You check into Moonshine Grill, and when your reservation is ready, you are taken down a set of stairs, through a door into the tiny cellar located downstairs. At first, it blows you away and as you adjust to the space, it gets more intriguing and cozy. The space is quite tiny, cozy, very dim, and delivers on a personal level. There is a small bar with a dedicate bar staff, BUT, the "community table" and "library" is where the magic happens. The library surrounds the community table, which is spacious enough to move intimately around the people present. Their collection of rum, and whisky would satisfy any rum/whisky drinker. These are the selections I was paying attention to mainly. The staff in the lounge are super welcoming, friendly and easy to have a conversation with. They give extremely great recommendations and take you through a journey when it comes to their libations. I had a great time sampling some of their whisky collection, and they also provided me with dropper where I could experiment opening up the whisky flavors. That's how you know a spot knows their whisky. The space is great. The staff is great. The atmosphere is cozy. The drinks are bomb; a definite must try. One thing that I loved at this place is the prices of their drinks - by no means are over the top. I think the drinks are extremely fairly priced, and of high quality. While it is reservation only, but hands down worth the wait to get one.

One of the coolest cocktail lounge experiences we’ve had! We made reservations for Nee Years Eve and had a wonderful time. Such a great environment and very helpful and knowledgeable staff. The menu was very unique and the drinks of course were delicious! Definitely give Kinfolk a try but make sure to make reservations ahead of time since it’s an intimate venue.

Speakeasy located inside Moonshine Patio. You definitely need a reservation to get in. It was a small and cozy area with great bartenders that recommended the best cocktail options if you have a hard time deciding which one to try. I had an off menu one made for me which was spectacular! If you're a whisky fan the drinks they recommend were pretty good.

In spite of it being election night and that my team was not on the winning side, spending it at Kinfolk did not disappoint. The ambiance is cozy and cool, the cocktails are stellar (not kidding...the BEST whiskey sour I've ever had), and the staff were attentive and know how to mix a mean drink. We also had some lovely and delicious snacks, including the best macarons I've had outside of Paris. I would happily spend another evening at Kinfolk.

This intimate speakeasy is very small and be sure to make a reservation. It is below Moonshine restaurant. I loved everything about it. Attentive and helpful server and awesome drink menu. Honestly probably everything is great, but the Siesta and Harry's Matador were perfect. It's not cheap, but I felt completely worth the cool ambience and delicious drinks. They will ask you to leave right around 1.5 hours for the next reservation, so heads up!

While Moonshine may not seem like a unique experience anymore, Kinfolk certainly is. First off, make sure to get a reservation! The space is perfectly romantic, one room with 4 two-tops, and one small event space in the "library". Truly an intimate experience. We were welcomed with a taster, by Trey, to prepare the palette for the beverage experience to follow. The menu is simple and interactive, offering an evolution of options as old as the early 1800s (think Old Fashioned), to more modern creations that have branches from the original historic recipe. It's clear both Trey and Kyle understand profiles of what they offer, as suggestions gave us insight to what we can look forward to. We went with tried and true, an Old Fashioned each, and we look forward to getting creative at a future visit. That being said -- OOH. The Old Fashioned is on. point. Trey and Kyle worked together to give such TLC to preparing the beverage, and you can truly taste the subtleties of each carefully chosen ingredient. Would recommend and WILL get again. One suggestion I'd make is reconsidering the charcuterie boards. Whether that's increasing cheese portions, or pairing with more fresh fruit rather than dried craisins, or including a handful of nuts, the board could benefit from some tweaks. However, I will say - the Wisconsin Cheddar surprisingly paired really well with the Old Fashioned (my opinion of course).

If you are looking for a special cocktail experience, Kinfolk is your place. This bar is tiny, only a couple of tables so it provides an intimate experience perfect for a date night or special occasion. The bartenders can make you ANYTHING and they love the challenge haha. But you can also order off of the provided cocktail menu. My husband and I loved this spot and we will absolutely be back!

They require a $30/person payment for seating if the price of alcohol doesn't reach that much. That feels a bit elitist to me and arrogant as well. They also don't allow larger parties. This is such a neat idea but they could make it more accessible to all.

Cozy & Intimate underground bar. I recommend making a reservation if you would like to visit, but I got lucky walking in. We walked in on a Wednesday night and we were able to be seated for for 2 guests for about an hour or so between their reservations. We were greeted with a complimentary welcome drink. The mixologist are very knowledgeable and will explain every cocktail to you. Nice date night experience.

This might be the best kept secret spot for impressing your date at a local Speakeasy in Austin that is located right beneath Moonshine Grill (which is already a classic staple of Austin cuisine). Reservation-only speakeasy that curates delicious and unique cocktails for you. The wide variety of spirits they have here are unmatched to any other spot in the downtown area. Seeing that the spirits and the bar are nestled within a limestone cellar from the late 1800's just makes you feel like you truly are in a special spot. The small amount of people the bar and in the community table makes this place a unique experience. I highly recommend getting a table, if you can, but if the community table is a vibe all in itself and you will be able to share conversations with others who are enjoying their curated cocktails. Pay attention to any drinks the bartenders recommend for your consideration and also the unique and gorgeous glassware that your cocktail comes in. I was swooning over the light pink glasses I got with my whiskey cocktails. Heads up with anyone with mobility concerns there is a long stairway that leads you downstairs to the speakeasy. I didn't see a wheelchair elevator near where we entered but that is not to say there is not one. You may need to inquire, when you make your reservations, if you think you might have a hard time walking or coming up stairs.

What a great hidden bar downstairs. What makes this place amazing is the workers and their knowledge of the drinks. If I were back in Austin, I'd frequent this place a lot more. Definitely recommend for anyone wanting to try an expense bourbon, whiskey or tequila.

Beautiful place. We loved everything about this place. The bartending and the presentation was like art. Everything is well thought out and beautiful. I cannot explain enough how much we enjoyed the ambiance and the drinks here. We've already made our next reservation. The service was excellent. We sat at a community table and got to talk to some really cool visitors to austin. So great. Everyone is so passionate and knowledgeable. Great spot. 1,000,000/10 recommend.

kinfolk does offer small bites but the highlight of your visit there is the very stylish speakeasy ambiance and interacting with the very knowledgeable servers on best cocktails to try! Tasty drinks on the pricey end!

Really great space with friendly staff. Make reservations online in advance since the space- though beautiful- is small. A few small tables for couples in a room with great lighting and community table in an adjacent room with walls full of bottles. They brought us a welcome aperitif to enjoy while we reviewed the menu- nice touch! The menu is well organized and the staff was kind in explaining the layout- not at all pretentious which you sometimes find in high-end cocktail bars. The drinks we ordered were both lovely- served in cool glassware with pretty garnishes. If you're hungry, they also offer fried brie- it's huge and comes with crostini and fruit. Would definitely return to try some other drinks on (or off?) the menu.

Absolutely a gem! Intimate setting, excellent service, great selection of spirits, certainly an impressive date spot. It's a vibe - sexy, romantic and indulgent.

Probably my favorite cocktail bar in Austin after trying it out last night. UH-MAZING cocktails and an even more amazing and fun staff. This is a cute, small space in the basement of Moonshine. All parties are seated quite close together so there is very little privacy. Not a problem, but just something to expect. Staff made great suggestions and were all very well prepared to answer questions about the menu or random bottles throughout the space. Highly recommend.

Definitely a date night kind of place, Kinfolk is a fun, once-in-a-while experience. We made reservations ahead of time, as it's a pretty small operation with very limited space. Our servers were so knowledgeable and great at making recommendations and describing each of the drinks in great detail. We as a group largely enjoyed the drinks we had. They definitely were strong, and very well described by our servers. I had a couple of mezcal drinks and loved how smokey and complex they were. They do have a $30 minimum per person, which you can very easily hit with 2 drinks, as I think the cheapest drink on the menu was $17. On the pricey side for sure, but like I said is a fun once in a while splurge! I wish they had more options for food to pick at, but I just always love snacks.

Came here on a date and LOVED it. Apparently it's part of the Austin haunted spots tour too I believe... the bar is underneath a restaurant in the basement and has the original stone walls from when it was originally carved out and used to sell bootleg alcohol during the prohibition era. It's very cozy and the staff are very nice. The drinks are interesting too; I appreciated that they had sweeter options and since I'm a lightweight and don't love the strong taste of alcohol I asked the server to make a sweeter version of a drink and they made me an "off menu" drink that one of the bartenders had come up with that was sweet and lovely. I would absolutely come here again, especially on another date!

It was a treat to spend time at Kinfolk. Everything from the interior to the drinks were done to perfection. The space was quite intimate and not rowdy and distracting like countless other bars in town. If you're looking to enjoy a few drinks without blistering cacophony of multitudes and bass heavy music, Kinfolk is The place for you. I ordered a Manhattan and a glass of Octomore, both of which were flawless. And if you don't know what to get, the bartenders are incredibly knowledgeable so it shouldn't be an issue.

Fantastic cocktail bar! Loved this place it has a great selection of craft cocktails and spirits available. 4 stars because it's extremely expensive. Yes the cocktails are good but I don't think it merits over $20 for certain drinks. We made a reservation and were seated at our exact reservation time. The place is cool it's underground and has a beautiful display of all the bottles. The service was great and everyone was very helpful with explaining the menu or even creating drinks that were not on the menu. We tried the sazerac and the clear favorite which were specials for our first round which were both excellent. The second round we tried the mrs. Robbins and the cane & grain punch good but not as good as the first round. All in all I would come back!

Kinfolk update, still loving the place!! Shoutout to the great staff on our night- Zach, Brian, Cameron, and Brita- specifically Zach and Brian who spent a significant time with our group and had so much knowledge. But be warned Rum Fire- don't get it like Zach will try to suggest. : ). Thanks Kinfolk for another awesome time!! The staff at Moonshine are rude and shouldn't be in charge of checking people in. Make reservations early because it's a small place. The community table is the best!

This place is the ew that Austin doesn't want. They advertise a laid back bar and library. Too bad you need a reservation. Big sad. I guess if you're from New York or something where that's normal it would be cool.

Lord. We are so glad we found this place. It's located in the basement of Moonshine and the space itself has a storied past but the story it's telling now is a beautiful one. It's dark lit with major speakeasy vibes, an extensive liquor/whisky list, and amazing craft cocktail creators. With a reservation you get 90min and there is a $30 min purchase per person which is easy to meet with 2 cocktails each or cocktails and a charcuterie board (they were out the night we attended but we'll be back). I also saw macarons on the menu! There's a creative list of cocktails organized like a family tree from vintage to modern takes. But, we started ordering off menu and this didn't phase the uber professional (and super stylish) bartenders one bit. In fact, the espresso martini might be one of the best we've had in this area! This would be a great spot for date night, or a fun night out with a small group of friends.

Lovely cozy & fancy bar! Yes its fancy and cozy at the same time. This place has small number of tables, so you can hear what your friends are saying. Staffs are very friendly and knowledgeable about all cocktails on the menu, so you'll never get disappointed at their recommendations. Foods are also decent. Want to make another reservation soon!

Best date night place in austin. I've gone back 12 times and every-time just keeps getting better! 100% recommended

This is a really special experience if you love sampling whiskey. Great vibe, excellent service. Seek out Ben for his expertise and passion for talking about spirits.

If I could go 6 or 7 stars I would... The ambiance is amazing. You walk in and are greeted with a cocktail to start your night. The team explains what it is and where it can from. From there the exploration begins - whether you want straight liquor, flights to compare or a cocktail they have you covered. Personally went for some samplings of bourbon I had never had and then had one of the best sazaracs I have ever had (sorry New Orleans but these guys can challenge). Also enjoyed the charcuterie board as a snack during the night where we had several bottle kills Lastly talk to the people around you. One of the most enjoyable experiences I have had in Austin in years!

Cozy cocktail lounge and liquor library located beneath Moonshine, across from the Austin Convention Center. When I had mentioned to a friend that I'd been to every speakeasy in Austin, they asked me if I'd been here--which inspired me to check it out. Reservations are generally a must here as the space is fairly small/intimate. The best way to describe the ambiance here is that it is like a cozy Southern library/study that also is decorated with high end liquor bottles of all types. The collection of liquor here is truly impressive, and the host made a point of saying that they likely have the most expansive collection of liquor in Austin (and by extension Texas hill county). The cocktails here are fantastic, which is to be expected from a place that also goes to great lengths to educate you on the historical basis for different drinks. Reading the menu and listening to the bartenders felt like a chapter straight out of Cocktail Codex. If you are a craft cocktail enthusiast, this is a great spot for you. In particular, there was a clarified punch drink that featured a nice fat washed liquor that really stood out and is one of my favorite drinks around. Great spot for a date or small groups!

nice bar, got the el diablo cocktail, which wasn't very diablo-y, kinda weak and fruity. ended up ordering a bunch of whiskey. lots of liquor to choose from. we had a good time since the strangers sitting with us at the communal table were coooool, but if they werent might have been a little awkward since the room was so small. didn't like the 90 min cap they had, but plus pts that they didn't kick us out after 90 mins.

This speakeasy is easily my new favorite! The place only fits about 20 guests. The service is amazing. The servers know so much detail about each drink and what goes into it and a bunch of random facts about it I was impressed! Joey the manager was extremely friendly and greeted each guest that entered. Ive had a good taste of each drink and I can say all were great. Will definitely be back!

This place is absolutely amazing! We got a reservation for 3 and was promptly escorted in. The place is very cozy, maybe seats up to 20 people? We started out with a few cocktails recommended by the waitstaff. Then we moved onto some spirits. It was a wonderful night. Everyone is super sweet. I highly recommend coming for a finner cocktail experience.

Loved at this place. The cocktails he make for you are so delicious. Also the staff I love how they educate you on some of their whiskeys and bourbons and what not. It's so cool to know the stories that they know and how they get into character at times. Great date night spot as well.

Love this cute speakeasy. The drinks here are delicious and the service is outstanding.

We have known about this place for some time. My husband surprised me with a visit here before dinner for my birthday. Atmosphere was on point. Our craft cocktails were delicious. I would go back as long as I didn't have the same guide. I did try to find a fancier title for this but it does not seem to exist, but if it does he would be quick to school me. He was quite full of himself and left me with a somewhat sour experience. Just don't mispronounce anything or you will be belittled. Otherwise, I did love the overall experience and would go back as long as he was off that evening.

My husband and I had a wonderful experience at Kinfolk! Their cocktails are superb and the service was fantastic. Ben & Cameron were so friendly and welcoming. They made excellent bourbon recommendations based on our preferences. Cameron checked on us regularly to ensure we were enjoying our experience and Ben came over to our table to talk through the backgrounds / flavor profiles of each bourbon we tried. We were visiting several speakeasy and cocktail lounges across several cities and Kinfolk stood out for its inventive cocktails, extensive bourbon collection, and amazing service.

I can't say enough things about this place. I'll admit I am a little bit of a whiskey nerd and geeked out with the team over there. It's the type of place where you have to really have to be into your liquor of choice to get the full experience. Their whiskey pours run the full spectrum of pricing but they will go out of their way to find something that is in budget that you will appreciate. I had several whiskeys I would have never chosen on my own and didn't want to put them down after trying them. Also, had the best Sazerac that I have had in my life. It's a really easy one to mess up (or not even know what it is) and they delivered.

Although I was apprehensive at first sitting at the community table it was really fun to have a shared experience and get to know people that I wouldn't normally engage with in a speakeasy setting. The drinks were flavorful and the extensive collection of hard to find alcohol was impressive to say the least.

Kinfolk along with Tikitatsya are taking cocktails bars to the next level here in Austin. Talk about a stellar experience from beginning to end here last night. I had actually been on a tour downstairs a couple of years ago so was highly anticipating what Moonshine did with the space. Walked in and we're seated right away and we're greeted with apertitvos to start. Don't think I've ever been to a cocktail bar that gave these away for free in my life. Next our server gave us a run down of the menu in great detail and even assisted my partner with coming up with a non alcoholic concoction that was still pretty heavenly. As for me I started with the old fashioned which I'm not going to lie was probably one of the top 5 best in my life. I ended up trying the Mrs Robbins last which was a big shift from the first drink I had as this one focused heavily on mezcal with a bit of citrus and sour to balance out the smokiness. Overall liked this one but hard to beat an old fashioned. I also like that our server checked in on us frequently and also encouraged us to walk around and admire the small yet intimate space. This place has all the makings to become one of the best speakeasies in the country and already can't wait to take my friends!

Great speakeasy underneath Moonshine Patio. We were able to make reservations on Resy which I would highly recommend as the line was incredibly long. With our reservation we were able to sit at our table for just under two hours sampling different cocktails. The head alchemist there was very knowledgeable on different liquors from around the world. He was able to make some great recommendations based on our own taste profiles and preferred spirits. The space is intimate and opens up to a larger tasting room in the back which looks perfect for bigger parties of around a dozen people.

One of the best if not the best speakeasy I've been to. Amazing selection of spirits and craft cocktails. It's a very small and cozy bar that's reminiscent of a speakeasy from the past. Every drink we tried, and we tried a lot, was great and delivered on our expectations for this place. The house "Librarian" Ben on the other hand, exceeded our expectations! This man is a wealth of knowledge when it came to explaining each cocktail's ingredients, flavor nuances, as well as each drink's historical story and how it came about. The skilled bartenders paired with Ben's conversation paired with the ambiance makes this a gem in Austin that more people need to experience.

Kinfolk is a unique and must-try spot in Austin! It's super small so you need a reservation. The staff was super friendly and attentive. And all of the drinks were fantastic. The only downside is that it's pretty pricey, we also had an extremely loud/obnoxious table next to us that took away from the experience. Would definitely return!

The waiters- bartenders are extremely knowledgeable of many types of alcohol and food. They listen well and suggested brands we were not aware of. Our drinks were delicious! The bar is super cool- we felt like we were in Europe. We will definitely go back! ( Excellent charcuterie board too).

Quaint and cool speakeasy! The staff was super friendly and not at all stuffy. The drinks are more on the pricey side but, they are definitely craft cocktails. I would recommend for a nice date night or special occasion.

The vibe of this place is great, the selection of liquor is outstanding and the service is great. However, this place claims to be a cocktail bar and it has really shitty cocktails. Between the 3 cocktails I tried ($20-$30 each), I had pretty high expectations because of the price and the 10 minute cocktail history lesson provide before ordering. Generally all three cocktails did not taste good, we're not balanced and lacked creativity. I am unlikely to come back unless I feel like getting a neat pour of something rare.

A really cool bar in a true Speakeasy sense. The drinks are spectacular and the service is excellent. The bartenders are very knowledgeable and they are located underneath a great restaurant (Moonshine Cafe). Reservations are required. A must stop place if you visit Austin

Such a cool and intimate experience. This secret little speakeasy that actually was a speakeasy during prohibition is perfectly curated. The menu and room itself had so much thought put into it. Our server/spirit expert Ben was phenomenal. He was so charismatic and knowledgeable. Cam the mixologist made every drink to perfection. I highly recommend coming here if you can get a reservation!

Beautifully crafted cocktails with superb attention to detail. Intimate and lovely space. The attentiveness of the staff goes above and beyond to ensure you have a fantastic time. Highly recommend you spend some time in this welcoming environment, cannot wait to return and thank you Kinfolk for a fun evening!

The atmosphere is great with the level of music volume, attentiveness of the staff, and the decor. The place has about 20 seats and currently has a reservation system in place. The are plenty of liquor in their library that you may have never heard of and seem to be categorized well. This is a place to mark on your next night out with a few close friends.

No reservations available so we stopped by to ask. The kind hostess had me leave my name and number and 30 min later we got a call with a reservation from Ben. Arrived and was escorted down to the Library which was quite exclusive with tables for 8 and one table for a large party. Our server was Britta who was fantastic. Ben spent a lot of time with my husband discussing various whiskeys and bourbons. We had cocktails which were fantastic and my husband did a couple of pours from some of their whiskey library. We got the fried Brie which was amazing. Highly recommend visiting this place!

Cozy and classy cocktail lounge that serves creative and unique cocktails. They take inspirations from the classic cocktails. This is definitely a date night place due to it's size but my experience has always been great.

Super adorable speakeasy hidden underneath a busy restaurant/bar. Totally quiet and intimate inside. Surprised my bestie here for her wedding celebration. Cocktails were lovely. The people were so sweet and awesome. They told us it was actually a real speakeasy during prohibition! Very cool history here. Highly recommend