Academia - Austin

One of the latest cocktail bars has quickly become one of the finest. Their creative twists on classic cocktails will have you wanting to become a regular visitor, and the exceptional service makes you feel like a regular from the moment you walk in. They truly know how to do it right.

The staff here are incredible, making me feel completely at home. To be honest, the cocktails are almost secondary because we had such a wonderful time that the drinks became just part of the overall experience. I might be a bit biased since this is my local spot, but it’s definitely one of my favorite bars. And they have the best secret menu!

We decided to check out this restaurant based on a friend's recommendation. We came for happy hour to celebrate our friend's upcoming wedding. The drink selection was impressive, and there were plenty of food options as well. We opted for the cauliflower wings, which were seasoned to perfection. Even though there was another large party dining at the same time, our waitress remained very attentive.

Loads of yummy menu items including Plancha-Crisped Blue Crab Cake with remoulade blanc, fennel slaw, herbs, house made aioli. These were heavily filled with fresh crab too. Also love the Deviled Eggs with drizzled Texas Hill Country Olive Oil and smoked paprika. I also loooved the Steak Tartare with 44 Farms Beef, green goddess dressing, salt cured egg yolk, pickled mustard seeds on rye bread. My fave drink is the 'Waiting For Chinola ' with Santa Teresa Claro Rum, Passion Fruit, Lemon, Becherovka, Lazy Day Lager, and Pomegranates! Academia really raises the level with bar food and cocktails.

One of the newest cocktail bars is also one of the best. Inventive takes classic cocktails and adds a creative twist, creating an atmosphere that makes you feel like a regular from the moment you walk in. The service is excellent, making every visit feel special. They definitely know how to do it right!