The Highball

Cocktail bar · Zilker

The Highball

Cocktail bar · Zilker

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1120 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

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Highlights

Themed karaoke rooms, creative bar bites, nightly events  

Yelp Rating
3.1
Featured in The Infatuation
Featured in Eater

1120 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704 Get directions

drafthouse.com
@highballaustin

$$ · Menu

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1120 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704 Get directions

+1 512 383 8309
drafthouse.com
@highballaustin
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@highballaustin

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Sep 20, 2025

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The 7 Best Karaoke Bars In Austin - Austin - The Infatuation

"Most people probably know of The Highball as “that bar attached to the Alamo Drafthouse on South Lamar,” but we think that they deserve some credit for doing a lot of things well, most notably karaoke. There are seven different rooms—each with a different theme and capacity—so whether you want to sing “Starman” in a space-themed room, or belt out “Highway To Hell” in a 22-person party room that looks like a satanic altar, all you need to do is make a reservation." - nicolai mccrary

https://www.theinfatuation.com/austin/guides/best-karaoke-bars-austin
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Movie Theater Chain Alamo Drafthouse Is Sold to Sony Pictures | Eater Austin

"Located at the South Lamar Alamo, the Highball is described as a cocktail bar and karaoke spot and is explicitly named among the on-site venues Sony intends to preserve." - Nadia Chaudhury

https://austin.eater.com/2024/6/13/24177222/alamo-drafthouse-sale-sony-pictures-austin-movie-theater-restaurant-bar-chain
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The Highball - Review - Zilker - Austin - The Infatuation

"Most people probably know of The Highball as “that bar attached to the Alamo Drafthouse on South Lamar,” but we think that they deserve some credit for doing a lot of things well. There’s a long bar where you can order all the same food and drinks you can get in the theater—no ticket required. Then there’s the large stage inside that hosts nightly events, including live music, trivia, and drag shows. Finally, there’s the seven different karaoke rooms—each with a different theme and capacity—where you and up to 21 friends can belt out whatever seems appropriate in a satanic altar-themed room." - Nicolai McCrary

https://www.theinfatuation.com/austin/reviews/the-highball
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Best Karaoke Bars in Austin | Eater Austin

"Karaoke goes to a whole ’nother level at the South Lamar karaoke bar within the Alamo Drafthouse, where guests can live out their fantasies in one of the seven decked-out themed private rooms, including the Black Lodge from Twin Peaks, and a Nintendo wonderland. Each room, available for phone call reservations or walk-ups, comes with a private server for everyone’s booze needs." - Nadia Chaudhury

https://austin.eater.com/maps/best-karaoke-bars-austin
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Best Bars for Drinking Alone in Austin | Eater Austin

"Love catching a movie solo? Grab a beer, cocktail, or glass of wine before or after your flick at the South Lamar theater bar." - Darcie Duttweiler

https://austin.eater.com/maps/best-bars-austin-where-to-drink-alone
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Stelly

Google
I am so impressed and had such an amazing 25th birthday here at the Highball. I am so thankful to our server Wes - he is absolutely INCREDIBLE and made me and my guest feel so special and well taken care of. I can’t recommend him enough. We had such a great time. We booked the Big Top room and had amazing food/drink service. I can’t wait to celebrate or come again just for fun. I truly can’t thank the staff and Wes enough for taking care of us and I am truly thankful. Highly recommend for group karaoke!

Marlei Dismuke

Google
I love everything about this place! I had the honor of performing here and it’s always an awesome time. The staff is extremely accommodating, professional and amazing. Someone who really stood out to me was Delta. She was always extremely sweet and attentive, my go to bartender everytime! You’re missing out if you haven’t stopped by the Highball.

Cam Haas

Google
Honestly one of the coolest hangs in all of Austin! The events they host, the food they serve, the drinks they make… it’s all 10 out of 10! Delta, the best bartender in all of Austin, is usually behind the bar. She makes a mean spicy margarita! I’m not kidding when I say they have the BEST chicken tenders I’ve ever had. This place is a MUST!!

Hunter Merrill

Google
An awesome place to do karaoke! The themed rooms are a lot of fun and they recently expanded their song library substantially. They also have great shows and events so if you are looking for something different with a great vibe and g9od service I highly recommend it!

Gina D

Google
Our office does karaoke here every 1-2 months. Great song selection, great service, and great vibes! Easy to reserve a room too, we just have to remember to book as early as the website allows, which is 7 days in advance! Thanks highball!

Lauren Bell

Google
I rarely leave Google Reviews, but I really wanted to come and say how much fun me and my friends had last night at Highball. It was my second time going, but first time booking it myself, and the staff was so nice with the booking process, and so nice once we got there. They were singing along with us and really kind, and helpful with the room explanation. The food was also really good, unexpectedly so. Most of us got wings and fries so nothing crazy, but we had full bar access, and a full food menu so that was great, and not having to leave the room to order was great. Only minor thing was that the bathrooms were downstairs, but we figured it out, so truly not too much of a deterrent. I would definitely book if you are looking for a private karaoke room. We had 15/16+ come and fit all of us in their Inferno room. It was $50 an hour, but they offered to split it amongst the guests as well, which comes out to barely $3 a person, plus their own food and drink (we all got individual checks without asking so no bill splitting needed). Great experience for fans of group karaoke!

Ramsey Ambrose

Google
The venue is nice and the entertainment is cool but what really rubbed me wrong was that all tabs have an automatic 18% gratuity added and they didn't tell me nor did they have it written on the menu. My drink was priced at $13 and came to $16.60 i tipped $3. When I asked about the price difference the bar tender pulled a small notice teepee from behind the bar and informed me that the menus arnt updated yet but that the 18% gratuity was added to call bills. Then he put the info teepee back behind the bar where no one can see it. Seems illegal and sketchy

Max Barlow

Google
This experience was so superior when it was a bowling alley on the other side of the parking lot. They acted like they’d revive it post-renovation, but this was not the case. This has been consistently disappointing over ~30 visits in the decade since renovation - unfriendly staff, always too loud. On the bright side- parking, wifi, air conditioning, and spaciousness are all impressive.