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Holiday

4.5 134 reviews Closed 5020 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702, United States

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Holiday, located at 5020 E 7th St in Austin, TX, stands out as an inviting bar that balances a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere. Customers rave about its spacious layout, which includes both cozy indoor seating and pleasant outdoor options. The lighting sets a moody, relaxed vibe perfect for unwinding after a long day. The drink menu is noteworthy, featuring unique cocktails like the Heart Like a Wheel and a selection of robust martinis. Guests appreciate the quality and creativity of these libations, praising the strong flavors—particularly the Coquito and seasonal holiday drinks. On the snack front, bites like lamb arancini, zucchini fritters, and the much-touted olive oil cake leave patrons eager to return for more. Reviews highlight the friendly and attentive staff who contribute to the bar's welcoming feel. The diverse menu offers something for everyone, from delicious snacks to complex cocktails. For those seeking a place to enjoy quality drinks and delectable food in a stylish setting, Holiday makes the perfect destination. Whether you're dropping by for Happy Hour or a quiet evening, this gem on East 7th is sure to delight.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Holiday before visiting.

Reviews for Holiday

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134 reviews
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Review highlights

Based on 134 reviews

Holiday in Austin is widely praised for its inviting and comfortable atmosphere, blending a casual yet sophisticated vibe with moody lighting and ample indoor and outdoor seating. Guests frequently highlight the well-crafted, flavorful cocktails—often described as complex and occasionally leaning sweet—as a major draw. The food, featuring standout small plates and snacks such as fritters, arancini, and unique offerings like olive oil cake, consistently receives positive remarks for taste and quality. Additionally, the friendly and attentive service enhances the overall experience. Its sleek design and convenient location on East 7th contribute to Holiday’s appeal as a go-to spot for both casual drinks and enjoyable dining occasions.

Sitara Weerakoon
May 09, 2025

Amazing atmosphere and such good food!! The lamb arancini, zucchini fritters, deviled eggs, and cheeseburger were all 10/10. The drinks were also amazing!! I can’t wait to come back! Also forgot to take pictures of everything until we already started eating because that’s how good everything was.

Timothy Williams
Apr 29, 2025

Holiday is simple, nice and inviting. We didn’t know what to expect walking in, but this place just feels comfortable. The place is bigger than it looks from the outside. There’s a nice indoor area with the bar and plenty of tables. If you walk out to use the restroom, you’ll see there’s additional outdoor seating that can accommodate several others. The lighting was great and the menu was simple, but perfect. We didn’t order food here, but grabbed a few drinks. They have a variety of drinks and since we’re in the holiday season, they had a nice selection of holiday drinks. I ended up getting the Coquito and my wife ordered martini flight. The martinis were strong! She enjoyed them, but it seem like they were almost all gin. The Coquito was perfect. They give you small serving glasses with your drink, so if you want a bigger drink, you’ll probably have to order two. There’s a nice bar area and we saw about four people working back there. The staff was nice and friendly and the layout of the place was good, although it’s not just one big open room. There’s an addition off to the side of the main room. Overall i’d give this 4.5 stars, a thumbs up and a recommendation.

Jenna Harrison
Apr 05, 2025

I tried Holiday on 7th for the first time a few weeks ago and have come back a few times since. It has a casual-fancy vibe with moody lighting, plenty of outdoor (with covered/heated) seating and the service was good but not fussy. Some of their cocktails lean sweet but were delicious nonetheless. Things you should definitely try (in no certain order): Heart like a wheel cocktail, bar nuts, olive oil cake (!!), the ribs. I'd skip the salad (but don't I always?)

Amber Restrepo
Apr 01, 2025

My husband and I came to Holiday for a few drinks and were very impressed by its sleek aesthetic, complex cocktails and delicious snacks. We didn’t catch the bartender’s name but she was great and friendly. Definitely would recommend to a friend!

Lisa Munoz
Mar 23, 2025

Lovely space on East 7th to enjoy Happy Hour. I recommend arriving early to enjoy the light in this beautiful space. We tried mostly tequila and Mezcal cocktails, all were so tasty. We also had the olives, cashew dip and chips and the fritters. No pics of the olive oil cake bc we ate it too fast, but I’m still thinking about it Nice staff and there is some parking on site. Otherwise, street parking is recommended. Will be back!

Gloria Marchus
Mar 21, 2025

One of my new favorite spots! Seems like this hidden gem has it all. The cocktail menu is creative, and a little intimidating, but our server was really helpful with recommendations and I loved everything I ordered. The food was outstanding. The patio is great for a group!

Ian Mann
Mar 04, 2025

Upbeat vibe with an upscale style. The food was really sharp and tasty to pair with drinks. We had some tasty ranch waters, on point and limey. I wanted the aioli to have a bit more tang or bite with the fries. Would love to return and try some of the house special cocktails next time. What a hip new spot on the block!

Tatiana Oh
Mar 03, 2025

Super cute new space on E 7th Street. Came with a girlfriend for a quick drink and ended up staying for 3 hours in the back, outdoor patio enjoying the vibe, drinks and food. I love the food options, very happy hour friendly and a great variety. We had the Zucchini Fritters (which were divine!) and the Cashew Onion Dip. Cocktails were great too, we had quite a few to try out but my favorite was the Heart Like A Wheel, and my friend loved the Frozen Mexican Martini - couldn't stop raving about it! Service was great, staff was attentive and very dog friendly - will be back!

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Address
5020 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
Price range
$20–30
Category
Cocktail bars

Opening hours

  • Monday (Today) Closed
  • Tuesday 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Thursday 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Friday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
  • Saturday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
  • Sunday 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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