Here’s a rotating list of our current favorites in no particular order. Whether you’re after a frozen ‘house’ margarita with a salted rim, or a premium margarita on the rocks with spicy tajin—this list has you covered with both established dives and a few newer kids on the block.
Polvos
Polvos has multiple locations in Austin now, but the restaurant on South 1st Street is our personal favorite for frozen margaritas with a full rainbow of available add-in flavors.
El Alma
When we want multiple marg options, we sit on the rooftop patio at El Alma. Their drink menu offers ELEVEN types of margaritas.
La Piscina
La Piscina’s cocktails are on the pricier side, but the ambience is great, and the margs are as strong as they are delicious.
ATX Cocina
For those seeking a unique marg, the ‘Frida Kahlo’ at ATX Cocina combines Don Fulano Blanco tequila, Jalisco 1562, blood orange, guava, lime, and black lava salt.
Fonda San Miguel
Deemed the mecca of Mexican Food in Austin, Fonda San Miguel also has really great margaritas. Try the Silvercoin, Watermelon infused with Patron Silver, Cointreau, and fresh lime juice.
De Nada
If you don’t have a few of De Nada’s signature pink cups in your cupboard, do you even live in Austin? These margs are both delicious and dangerous.
Cruzteca
This family-owned restaurant serves up ‘city-famous’ margaritas that are worthy of a visit all on their own, but try a few ‘old school’ tacos while you’re at Cruzteca as well.
Suerte
While Suerte may not prominently feature traditional margaritas on its menu, they do offer inventive agave-based cocktails like the ‘Don Dario’ that features reposado tequila, tamarind, lime, and sarsaparilla bitters.
Licha’s
Three words: $8 Happy Hour (four words?)—Combier finished margaritas and hearty snacks for eight bucks a pop.
Fresa’s
Our biggest struggle at Fresa’s is whether to order frozen or on the rocks, and then to drink them inside at the bar or outside on the patio.
La Condesa
One of the first high-end margarita establishments in Austin, the margs at La Condesa are still some of the best in the city. Go at happy hour for a discount and a bowl of guac.
