Where to Drink a Mean Margarita in Austin

Where to find the unofficial cocktail of the city, frozen or on the rocks

Margaritas are the unofficial drink of Austin. This tequila-based cocktail, a combination of orange liqueur and lime juice, is shaken together and topped with a slice of lime, making it an ideal choice for nearly every setting, whether it’s during an outdoor drinking session or as a refreshing accompaniment to tacos and queso during a meal. The drink also has some significant history, and an Austin margarita is reportedly just the inspiration Jimmy Buffett needed to write “Margaritaville” at a local bar.

Fortunately, Eater knows good margaritas. Here is a map of the very best margaritas that Austin restaurants and bars have to offer, whether they’re on the rocks, frozen, fruity, or swirled. Newly added to the map are the Michelin-recommended Este and Honey Moon Spirit Lounge.