Top BYOB Spots on the Eastside
6 Places to Get Your Buzz On
Words by Abby L. Johnson
The Texas sun is hot, and craft cocktails can be expensive. So we’ve gathered a list of the top six places East Austinites can bring their own libations to keep cool and save a little on their night out.
Blue Starlite Drive In
This nostalgic urban drive-in theater makes for a cozy night out in the comfort of your own vehicle. While snacks and classic movie treats are available from the concession stand, movie-goers are welcome to bring along any drinks they would like. Just be sure to have a designated driver!
2015 EM Franklin Ave. | bluestarlitedrivein.com | @bluestarlitedrivein
Arbor Food Park
This quaint food park has some of our favorite treats. Visit Cuantos Tacos for the best suadero tacos in town and bring along some cold ones to share while enjoying the open air and inviting atmosphere at this quintessential Austin food truck park.
1108 E 12th St. | @arborfoodpark | @cuantostacos
Vegan Nom Food Park
Classic tacos, comforting burgers, unique milkshakes, and nutritious veggie bowls are just a few of the offerings available at this beloved, all-vegan food park. It’s always BYOB at the park, and sometimes they give away a free drink with Vegan Nom tacos. Be sure to give The Vegan Nom a follow on Instagram to see when they might be giving away free beer.
2324 E Cesar Chavez St. | thevegannom.com | @thevegannom
Kenny Dorham’s Blue Monday Blues Jam
For nearly a decade, musicians and blues fans have gathered at Kenny Dorham’s Backyard, a quaint outdoor music venue named after the famed East Austin jazz trumpeter. Created to build community over a shared love of soul music at the Blue Monday Blues Jam, this free weekly event is the perfect opportunity to connect with neighbors and BYOB.
1106 E 11th St. | @kennydorhamsbackyard
Millenium Austin’s Roll-n-Bowl
Bring your buddies, your bowling shoes or skates (or both!), and a drink of choice for a BYOB bowling and skating experience at Millenium Austin. Every other Saturday starting at 9 p.m., Roll-n-Bowl night features a local DJ The party goes on until 1 a.m., and at just $10 for roller skating and $5 for bowling, this 18 and up night offers plenty of bang for your buck.
1156 Hargrave St. | https://www.millenniumaustin.com/events/detail/roll-n-bowl | @milleniumaustin
The Doughminican
Legendary empanadas are served fresh out of this locally-owned food truck every Friday-Sunday. The Dominican-inspired flavors are bold and fresh at this authentic eatery. Consider grabbing a six-pack of Presidente from H-E-B to complete the experience.
2505 Webberville Rd. | thedoughminican.com | @thedoughminican
