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Best Margaritas in Austin – 16 Must Try Margaritas in ATX

October 1, 2021 by Samantha Saenz Leave a Comment

Desert Door Margarita
Cool off with a margarita at Desert Door (Credit: Desert Door)

There’s nothing like a quality tequila mixed with the perfect amount of lime juice in a salted rim glass that instantly transports me to a beach in Mexico. While Austin may not be ocean-side, there’s no denying that when it comes to selection of Margaritas, Austin is next to none!

Take your own trip to Margaritaville by indulging at these 16 places serving up the best margaritas in Austin.

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Filed Under: Drink, Food & Drink Tagged With: cocktails

National Tequila Day 2021: Verified Deals & Specials in Austin

July 23, 2021 by Austinot Contributor 1 Leave a Comment

National Tequila Day
National Tequila Day in Austin Photo by Blake Wisz on Unsplash

Austin: Are you ready for some great deals for National Tequila Day 2021? Saturday, July 24 is when fans celebrate the beloved liquor. And this year, it falls on the weekend – more time to celebrate and recover.

Check out our list of verified deals & drink specials to celebrate National Tequila Day in Austin!

Editor’s Note: The staff at Austinot try to bring you the most up to date information. However please remember to confirm before heading out and remember to enjoy responsibly! 

Verified National Tequila Day Deals in Austin

Applebee’s

Applebee’s is now featuring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s Teremana Tequila! This is an ultra-premium mucho margarita made with small batch tequila! Try the Blue Aloha Margarita or the Strawberry Coconut Margarita. They’re just $7 each and are available for a limited time only!

Chuy’s

Chuy’s is serving up delicious Tex-Mex and their world-famous margaritas all day. Super tequila fans will also love our Super Grande ‘Rita – that’s 22 ounces of fresh-squeezed margarita in a super cool color-changing cup. The best part – you can take the cup home! They will also serve $1 Tequila Floaters and $5 Top-Shelf Tequila Shots. 

Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen

Try Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen’s Watermelon ‘Ritas for $5.99. It’s a sure shot hit combined with Cheddar’s takeout menu or Family Bundles starting at $24.99. 

Chili’s

From flavors like Cherry to Peach and iconic brands like Deep Eddy Vodka to 1800® Reposado Tequila, Chili’s is changing it up each month to match the season using quality ingredients everyone loves. July’s $5 Marg of the Month, the Captain’s Stay-Cay ‘Rita, is a premium mix of Captain Morgan® Original Spiced Rum, Lunazul® Blanco Tequila, Fresh Sour, Coconut Purée, Pineapple Juice and Grenadine.

Krause’s

Krause’s Cafe + Biergarten in New Braunfels is serving up a special cocktail appropriately called Beat the Heat for Tequila Day. Take a break from floating the river and grab a refreshing treat at Krause’s Cafe for $6.00 on Saturday, July 24.  

Pappasito’s

There’s nothing more authentic, more legendary, more seductive than this centuries old libation crafted in the heart of Mexico. Papasito’s has an extensive collection of fine tequilas represents the wide range of flavor and character that this Mexican staple is famous for. Try out the Pappasito’s Reserva Margarita, Agua Tranquilas, or The Ranch Water. 

Torchy’s

All day, Saturday and Sunday, you can enjoy Torchy’s Weekend Cures – $3.50 for Sangria, Bloody Mary, Mimosas or a Tequila Sunrise.

Austin Taco & Margarita Festival

The Austin Taco & Margarita Festival is taking place at Austin City Limits Live at the Moody Theater + 3TEN ACL Live + Terrace at W Austin on Saturday July 24th, 2021. Try out tacos from various vendors across town. Enjoy music from Bri Bagwell, The Watters, plus Donnie Lee Strickland and Shane Thorton upstairs at ACL Live plus Payton Howie along with Tristan Cole downstairs at 3TEN ACL Live.

El Alma


Relish one of El Alma’s diverse margaritas — which include everything from avocado to ghost pepper tequila. Happy hour specials range from $4-6 per drink and this weekend, there will be happy hour on both days!

El Arroyo


El Arroyo is partnering with YETI to bring you margaritas at their South Congress flagship location in Austin, TX. The El Arroyo team + margarita machine will be on-site starting at 11am with our bestselling El Arroyo engraved lowballs. The best part? You get a frozen margarita with the purchase of an EA lowball at the YETI bar! And get this y’all – one out of our 500 YETI lowballs will have a golden token for a FREE CUSTOM EL ARROYO YETI COOLER. The event will go on as long as supplies last, so hurry on over on Saturday!

El Patio

Check out the house crafted specials in partnership with LALO Tequila to celebrate!

El Nuevo Mexican Restaurant


It’s a party at El Nuevo! $5 shots and music by DJ @djjonnyboy (Austin) and DJ Wiz (Bastrop)!

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The Ultimate Guide to Texas Wines for the Holiday Season

November 22, 2020 by Joleen Jernigan 2 Comments

Texas wines for the holidays

Why not support our Texas Hill Country wineries and impress your friends and family at the same time with the wide variety and high quality of Texas wines?

I’ve asked a handful of knowledgeable, wine-loving local friends how to make the holidays more festive with Texas wine. Now I know I need to try more Texas wine!

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At Home Series: Buenos Aires Café DIY Empanada Kit or Amaro Tasting

October 13, 2020 by Joleen Jernigan Leave a Comment

Buenos Aires Café's make-at-home empanada dinner
Treat yourself to a make-at-home Argentinian empanada dinner (credit: Buenos Aires Café)

Want to channel your inner Argentinian? Buenos Aires Café is here to make it easy! Besides dancing the tango and tossing back some Malbec, the make-at-home empanada kit from Buenos Aires Café is a fun way to show off your South American style.

Their take-home Amaro tastings and date night kits from their Milonga Room speakeasy are also excellent ways to do so for drinkers with a sophisticated or adventurous palate. Another way to celebrate Argentinian flair is to enjoy an upcoming cooking class with Chef Reina Morris and Paola Guerrero-Smith. Or you can try a date night with Guerrero-Smith and her husband.

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14 Cedar Park Restaurants Every Local Needs to Try

September 13, 2020 by Bill Tucker 7 Comments

Best Restaurants in Cedar Park TX
Blue Corn Harvest’s chipotle ribeye is sensational (Credit: Blue Corn Harvest)

Well, I done did it. When I moved here from NYC six years ago, if you told me I’d end up having a kid and living in an Austin suburb, I would’ve called you insane. Yet two months ago, my wife, three-year-old, and I moved into an adorable home in Cedar Park. It’s even on a cul-de-sac for Pete’s sake. We’re officially ‘burbing.

While the cool kids in Austin proper consider Cedar Park a cultural wasteland, I’m here to set the record straight. Sure, it may not be a bastion of foodie goodness like the city’s hipper neighborhoods, but Williamson County dwellers have more than chain restaurants and fast causal to keep the taste buds tantalized.

Here’s an insider’s guide about where to eat in this fine town of friends and families, including a couple spots just outside the city limits.

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Explore the Unique Food & Local Drinks at Los Olivos Market

September 7, 2020 by Scott Weaver 4 Comments

tables and chairs in front of the market
Restaurant and retail market at Los Olivos Market

If you are looking for incredible food, local wine & craft beer, and great ambience, look no further than Los Olivos Market in the heart of Buda, TX. From their menu to their retail shop, they offer a unique experience for each person that walks through their door.

I visited with my wife and our 2-year-old son. We all sincerely enjoyed our time and were amazed by the wonderful food and friendly people.

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Filed Under: Drink, Food, Food & Drink, Local Business Tagged With: beer, texas wine

Whiskey Lovers Need This Milam & Greene Distillery Edition Straight Bourbon

August 26, 2020 by Joleen Jernigan Leave a Comment

Milam and Greene has created a perfect Texas whiskey
Milam & Greene has created a perfect Texas whiskey

Breaking Texas whiskey news! Our friends at Milam & Greene have just launched their super limited, grain-to-glass, Distillery Edition Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

Three years in the making, it’s a show stopper, a true culmination of years of brewing, distilling, and blending. Starting August 22, 2020, you can secure your reservation for a bottle on their website for pickup at their Blanco Distillery.

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Filed Under: Discoveries, Drink, Food & Drink Tagged With: cocktails, distillery, texas whiskey

Don’t Hold Out on Hold Out Brewing

August 10, 2020 by James Lipari Leave a Comment

Hold Out Brewing courtyard
The relaxing Hold Out Brewing courtyard

You know that goofy feeling you get when you find a new favorite place? Of course you do! I almost did a little socially-distanced tap dance during my first visit to Hold Out Brewing, but that would be too goofy, even for me. As happy as I was, nobody wants to see that.

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Filed Under: Drink, Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: beer, brewery, burgers, craft beer, patio

Beerburg Brewing Puts the “Wild” in Wildcraft Beer and Serves Up Deliciousness

August 8, 2020 by Joleen Jernigan Leave a Comment

Beerburg Brewing golden beer at sunset
The golden hour and a golden beer go together at Beerburg (Credit: Beerburg Brewing)

You need to go to Beerburg Brewing. Like, yesterday. I mean it. Read this, then drive on over. Or make plans to. You’ll be happy you did! This is my new favorite place, and here are the many reasons why….

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Filed Under: Drink, Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: beer, craft beer, tacos

Elevate Your Spirits With These 5 Local Vodka Companies

July 13, 2020 by Samantha Saenz 4 Comments

Tito’s Vodka cocktail with orange (Credit: Tito’s Vodka).

Texas vodka has become a thing, and I’m not just talking Tito’s. Everyone is trying to get in on distilling this clear liquor. While vodka is traditionally made with potatoes in Russia, most vodkas made here are corn-based. These four in particular are all made in or close to Austin, and are sure to quench your thirst.

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Filed Under: Drink, Food & Drink Tagged With: dripping springs, manor tx

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