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Higher Ground, Austin's premier destination for nightlife and entertainment, offers an unparalleled experience in the heart of downtown. As a unique fusion of a Cocktail Bar, Dance Club, Event Venue, and Live Music Bar, we provide the perfect setting for any occasion. Our expertly crafted cocktails and delectable menu, featuring a range of cuisine, ensure a memorable night out with friends or a romantic evening. Whether you're looking to dance the night away, enjoy live music performances, or host a private event, our versatile venue is equipped to exceed your expectations. With a prime location on Congress Avenue, Higher Ground is the ideal spot to experience the vibrant energy of Austin's nightlife. Join us for an unforgettable evening of revelry and entertainment at Higher Ground, where the atmosphere is always electric and the memories are waiting to be made.

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Tricia Valadez
Tricia Valadez -Google user
4 years ago
Absolutely wonderful south congress spot. Great happy hour, daily specials, and decent prices. Excellent staff, phenomenal atmosphere with an inside and outside areas. Downstairs and upstairs areas with bathrooms in both spots. The food was great, hot , and...Read More
Samantha Smith
Samantha Smith -Google user
Edited 3 years ago
LOVE this place. We to austin for a bachelorette party. We just wandered around and came here on a whim. I’m so happy we did!! Their cocktails were the BEST out of all the places we went to in Austin.
Tahlita N
Tahlita N -Google user
3 years ago
It’s like a little box of magic squeezed in between Austin’s other buildings. It transports you away from the humdrum to a time where things were simple and beautiful. It’s a bit loud but every furniture piece seemed to be handpicked just for you. Love
Kc Hensley
Kc Hensley -Google user
4 years ago
Beautiful bar with an elevated menu of cocktails and eats. I suggest trying the michelada or Bloody Mary. It's outta this world.
Sam
Sam -Google user
3 years ago
Fantastic drinks, great service, and really cool architecture/history.
Rachel Houston
Rachel Houston -Google user
4 years ago
New fabulous spot, great for an amazing cocktail and shareable bites. The design is next level and the staff is awesome! Can’t wait to hang here all the time.
Kyle
Kyle -Google user
4 years ago
Wonderful new cocktail bar on Congress Avenue. Fun and unique interiors and a tasteful cocktail menu. Loved the “Pride” cocktail. Staff was definitely LGBTQ friendly. The outdoor space was wonderful already but I think they have a few additions planned to that space.
Paola Lopez
Paola Lopez -Google user
Edited 3 years ago
So hip and chic! Service is super friendly, it threw us off when we had to order food and drinks at the bar even if we were seated on a table but no major fuzz. The food options are all really good and the drinks...Read More
Alon Grinshpoon
Alon Grinshpoon -Google user
3 years ago
This place is a fantastic bar! 🍻 Higher Ground offers a great selection of incredible cocktails 🍹 and drinks 🍸 designed after the deadly sins - definitely try the Gluttony 🤤 and the Wrath 🤬 cocktails! Service is quick and staff 👨‍🍳 is super friendly...Read More
alex p
alex p -Google user
4 years ago
Great drinks and pretty fast service for how busy it was. Definitely worth checking out. If you like mezcal the lust.
Cady Mikkelson
Cady Mikkelson -Google user
3 years ago
Super trendy spot and a wonderful experience overall. The staff was lovely, friendly and very accommodating. Drinks were amazing so was the appetizers. The music upstairs was awesome and the outdoor patio was fantastic.
Diana Zhawn
Diana Zhawn -Google user
2 years ago
Great place: Not super busy for an ACL weekend. Prices conservative. Staff super friendly and helpful. Alyssa was amazing and was very conscious of our needs.
Atmosphere: 5
Jun
Jun -Google user
4 years ago
delicious cocktails named after the 7 sins! there’s a large outdoor patio upstairs. i was impressed how well organized higher ground was given their recent opening. would highly recommend.
Aishlyn Hannah
Aishlyn Hannah -Google user
2 years ago
This place is perfect for Sunday Funday! Really good drinks, deals on food, it's dog friendly and is a complete vibe! Shout out to atxdrinker for putting us on! 🙌 …
Andrea Meyer
Andrea Meyer -Google user
a year ago
Went for a work function! The bartender was amazing with his customized drinks. Definitely would recommend this place. The downstairs was beautiful. Could've been a bit more upstairs but otherwise awesome place.
Atmosphere: 3
Fritz
Fritz -Google user
2 years ago
The atmosphere was incredible! I had the delight of being served drinks by Natalie, who was fantastic. She was so amiable and made us feel right at home on our first visit. The DJ on the outdoor patio was also amazing. If only the place...Read More
Erica Au
Erica Au -Google user
2 years ago
Great cocktail bar and very fun little rooftop spot on Congress. Definitely was not expecting what I saw when I got upstairs! The bartenders were super friendly and personable. They also do $1 oysters every Tuesday and they're absolutely excellent. Highly recommend getting...Read More
Aaron Waldock
Aaron Waldock -Google user
2 years ago
I recently visited Higher Ground and was thoroughly impressed by the unique atmosphere of the bar. The old church setting gives the bar a charming and vintage feel, and the antique organ that actually works is a cool and unexpected touch. The drinks were also...Read More
Samantha Faherty
Samantha Faherty -Google user
3 years ago
. I had reservations at 8 pm for drinks for my birthday and we arrived a few minutes early. The location is absolutely beautiful. The hostess informed us that there were no available seats downstairs due to the "overflow" from the event upstairs, but we...Read More
Isabella Nobile
Isabella Nobile -Google user
3 years ago
Incredible space and delicious drinks! There's lots of seating to explore, with a cool upstairs nook and outdoor patio. Experienced bartenders and staff. It was nice to see the manager being active on the floor too, you can tell they're all putting the work in...Read More

Features

Service options

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Delivery

Highlights

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Accessibility

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Offerings

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check icon Dancing
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Dining options

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Amenities

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Atmosphere

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Crowd

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check icon LGBTQ+ friendly
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Planning

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check icon LGBTQ+ friendly