Where to Celebrate National Margarita Day in Austin
Cheers to perfect patio weather and specials on Austin's favorite cocktail
National Margarita Day returns Feb. 22, and bars and restaurants across Austin are marking the occasion with limited-time specials and one-day-only creations centered on the city’s favorite tequila cocktail. From rooftop parties with DJ sets to laid-back patios surrounded by greenery, the holiday offers plenty of ways to toast. Whether the plan is a lively night out or a low-key afternoon in the sun, there’s no shortage of spots pouring margaritas across town.
De Nada Cantina
4715 E Cesar Chavez St.
1302 S 1st St.
De Nada Cantina, the East Austin taco spot known for its notably strong margaritas (limited to two large pours per guest) is opening a new location on South First Street and timing its grand opening with National Margarita Day. Guests can order margaritas on the rocks or frozen, with flavors ranging from spicy pineapple to hot chocolate.
Curra’s Grill
614 E Oltorf St.
4215 Duval St.
The Oltorf location of this local Mexican restaurant will host live music, drink specials and raffles throughout the day. The menu features its signature frozen avocado margarita, along with a lineup of frozen and on-the-rocks options including strawberry, mango, cucumber, jalapeño and blackberry. Daily happy hour runs from 3 to 6 p.m., with $7 margaritas, Palomas, Tito’s mules and select appetizers.
Doc’s Backyard Grill
5207 Brodie Lane
Doc’s Backyard in South Austin is offering one of the day’s best deals for National Margarita Day. Frozen margaritas are priced at $2.22 all day, along with $5 Mi Campo Blanco margaritas on the rocks. The laid-back bar and grill features ample indoor seating, a dog-friendly beer garden with a playscape for kids and plenty of TVs for catching the game.
Suerte
1800 E 6th St.
Nationally acclaimed Mexican restaurant Suerte pairs inventive Mexican cooking with a strong cocktail program, making it a prime stop for National Margarita Day. Order signature dishes like suadero tacos with confit wagyu brisket or the tetela de birria filled with braised lamb, then settle in with cocktails. During Lucky Hours, house cocktails are $10 — Monday-Friday from 5 to 6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m.
El Alma
1025 Barton Springs Road
4521 West Gate Blvd.
For a classic Austin setting, sip a margarita on the rooftop at El Alma overlooking Barton Springs Road. The menu includes a classic margarita served frozen or on the rocks, along with the Chilanga — an El Jimador frozen margarita with orange and Valentina, finished with a chile rim — priced at $8 during daily happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m. Other options, including a mezcal margarita, avocadorita, top-shelf skinny margarita and mangorita, are $3 off during happy hour.
The Peached Tortilla
5520 Burnet Road #100
1315 W 6th St.
1915 E Whitestone Blvd #105
Home to one of the best happy hours in town, The Peached Tortilla is the margarita destination if you want something a little spicy. The Margarita de Peached blends habanero- and Thai basil-infused Hornitos tequila with lime and orange liqueur. The cocktail is priced at $7 during the restaurant’s Social Hour, held daily from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Azul Rooftop
310 E 5th St.
The Westin Austin Downtown’s rooftop bar Azul Rooftop is marking National Margarita Day with $8 specialty margaritas served all day. Options include a frozen prickly pear, strawberry and watermelon classics, plus a Spicy Jalapeño Marg for those who prefer some heat. DJ Lina Marz will spin Afro, tech and Latin house sets from 6 to 9 p.m., keeping the rooftop energy going into the evening.
Chuy’s
Multiple locations
Dine-in deals are on deck at Chuy’s, with House ’Ritas served frozen or on the rocks in lime, strawberry and swirl. Guests can upgrade any House ’Rita to a Grande for $2 more and keep the giveaway cup while supplies last. Floaters (an extra pour of tequila or orange liqueur) are available for $1 all day.
VERDAD True Modern Mexican
2701 Perseverance Drive
VERDAD True Modern Mexican is extending National Margarita Day into a weeklong celebration from Feb. 22–26. Dine-in guests can order half-price Frozen Margarita Al Centro carafes for $34 — each serving four margaritas in one of eight signature flavors — from 4 p.m. to close. Guests who purchase two starters or one entrée will also receive a complimentary slice of Margarita Lime Pie. Daily happy hour runs from 4 to 6:30 p.m., featuring $9 signature margaritas.
Maudie’s
Multiple locations
All-day happy hour starts early at Maudie’s Tex-Mex, running from 10 a.m. to close at all their locations. Signature margaritas, skinny margaritas and Mexican Martinis are $7.75, with queso, guacamole and nachos priced at $6.