Swift's Attic

Review №1

Rating: 1

Already closed at 9:20pm when they say theyre open until 10pm? Completely wasted my time coming here with absolutely no warning on social media or anything of early closing. Not cool.

Date: 4 days ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

I had the chefs cut and it was a braised lamb. It was a 70$ plate and worth every single penny! Amazing!

Date: a week ago

Review №3

Rating: 4

The food was absolutely delicious, but it was a little confusing at first. Limited menu with unusual items, several gluten free. Needed explanations for most things, which is not normal for us. (We are avid foodies.) Once we understood that they recommend sharing plates (and they explained the ingredients), we got several plates. We really enjoyed it all and had great service. I just cant give it 5 stars because it seems like they want to keep it a little challenging to be unique. Dietary restrictions: Many gluten free items

Date: a week ago

Review №4

Rating: 4

Crowded in noisy but that can be kind of fun. 90% of the food was really good. Menu changes a lot almost known the examples listed below are actually on the menu at this time.

Date: a week ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

Swift s Attic in downtown Austin is a must-visit, combining creative dishes with a cool, vibrant vibe. The food was exceptional we especially loved the blistered shishito peppers and the flavorful wagyu burger. What truly stood out, though, was the fantastic cocktail experience, thanks to **Fern, the bartender**. He s a master mixologist who crafts drinks with precision and creativity. His recommendations were spot-on, and his engaging personality added to the whole experience. For great food and even better drinks, Swift s Attic and Fern are a winning combo!

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

This place is incredible. Make sure you visit while in Austin.

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

We had an Awesome first night experience in Austin at Swift s Attic. We got there just before kitchen closed and they were able to put in our order and it came out super fast. Fernando, our bartender, gave a ton of great recommendations for local spots and both the whiskey selection and cocktail menu was top notch. Highly recommend here for dinner and then head to the Jazz bar underneath.

Date: 4 weeks ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Our experience at Swifts Attic was nothing short of incredible. From the moment we checked in with the host to the moment we left, everything was perfect. The food was phenomenal unique blends of flavors I wouldnt normally try ended up being amazing. But what really stood out was the impeccable teamwork and atmosphere. We were fortunate to have Sarah as our main server, and she was fantastic. Kira also helped out and was equally amazing. Fern, the bartender, crafted some of the best drinks weve had, and Curtis, the general manager, ensured everything ran smoothly. The front-of-house team, which had about five members, was exceptional. We were helped by every single team member multiple times. They were on top of everything empty glasses and plates disappeared almost instantly. What impressed me the most was how personable everyone was. You really felt like you were being taken care of by family, and that made the experience even better. Swifts Attic is worth every penny. We cant wait to return!

Date: a month ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

One of the best dinning experiences in the city.

Date: a month ago

Review №11

Rating: 5

We love this place and had our wedding dinner here! Their 2024 summer happy hour is so good. The ice balls are unique and the food is delicious! It s hard to find a good HH in this town anymore but Swift s has it.

Date: a month ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

One of the best bars in ATX, Awesome happy hour, Service

Date: a month ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

Lovely cocktails and small plates in a unique old Austin location.

Date: a month ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Elissa and LeeAnn are both great!!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Swift s is fantastic. They have a great happy hour with lots of fun drinks and food specials. The staff are all friendly and the liquor selection is amazing. I especially like the whiskey and scotch flights they offer. This is a good choice for a date night in the heart of Austin.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Food as good as ever. Waitress not great but everyone else was extremely helpful. The cooks there are just the best. Vegetarian options: Our favorite was the cabbage steak.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Had a great time! Asked Nate to make me anything with tequila and he nailed it! Will definitely be back.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

Nate the bartender was the best!! Probably the best cocktails i ve ever had!!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

Love this spot. This was my first visit. It s dark and mood. Reminds me of spots in NYC. Not too big, just right. The food had a great presentation, well curated dishes. The service was didn t hover but also wasn t hard to find. I had the Straeberry Fields ice ball cocktail, delicious. This will be in my top recommendations to anyone visiting Austin.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

Loved it

Date: 3 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

Great date night spot! The food was AMAZING, the vibes are perfection & the staff is exemplary!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

Always delicious. Great drinks, great service.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

I have never been disappointed at Swifts Attic. Every time I eat here the menu is new and a little bit different. Service is spectacular and they can accommodate large groups if you call in advance. Vegetarian options: The vegetarian selection left a bit to be desired in our party, some was awesome, some was not. We referred to the pad Thai as the bad Thai .

Date: 3 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

Hidden downtown gem! Definitely worth a visit if you are into bourbons and whiskey, one of the best selections in town. They also have a signature cocktail called the ice ball where all the ingredients of an old-fashioned are frozen and then your liquor of choice is port over the top. It s delicious and efficient !

Date: 4 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 4

Date: 4 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

Completely outstanding! Highly recommended next time you re in Austin.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

I attended a work dinner with a preselected menu served family style. Most of the items chosen I do not eat therefore Id like to return and order what I would enjoy. The short ribs were delicious

Date: 5 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 4

Food was awesome, drinks were great. Ambiance also on point. Service was the downfall. She brought us our check before the dessert arrived, when we told her we were waiting on dessert she simply said i know . We felt rushed and it was just rude. Made it seem she had plans and wanted us to leave (half the restaurant was empty, so it wasn t flipping the table)

Date: 5 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

Really nice vibe, cool and pretty chill. We were there toward the end of the night. We ordered short rib, edamame, and the focaccia and rillette.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Delicious pad thai and great Star Wars videos!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

Five stars across the board. Service was fabulous, drinks were amazing, and food was unreal and unique. I am a tough critic with food and beverage, traveling to many cities, with eating and drinking being my top priority. Not only was everything recommended delicious, but the bartender helped me plan all the best places to eat and drink throughout my stay. 10/10 must go!!!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

Enjoyed our food and service! Was a nice surprise to find when traveling in town

Date: 5 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

I cant speak to the quality of the food but we have come here for cocktails when we visit Austin. The ice ball cocktails are super fun and yummy, they have stayed consistently good over the years.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

We just had the Iceball Oldie, loved the drink, and the refill. Bar staff was the best. Great service, friendly, really enjoyed the visit.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №38

Rating: 3

Bartenders gave great service, but the dishes and drinks we tried were sub par. It s a good location and seems like it be a cool place to hang out. It was pretty dead when we visited but we popped in and had a few drinks and had a couple of small dishes that were recommended.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

Plan ahead - exceptional food but an intimate, small space. Enjoyed an office party here with a 6-course meal. Plenty of local beer and whiskey. Cool.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Swifts Attic went above and beyond to accommodate our private group - we had an awesome experience and will definitely be back if we are in Austin again!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

The bartender at the Hilton Canopy recommended this spot for us as we were checking out various places to go in downtown for drinks and bites. My friend knows her bourbons and the bartender suggested this should be our first stop on our tour. You walk up the stairs to Swifts Attic (downstairs is The Elephant Room jazz bar, which is also very cool) and the decor is a mixture of beautiful old wood with modern touches. The bourbons line the back of the bar wall, so we sat at the bar to peruse the selections. Nate was the bartender and was extremely knowledgeable about all the bourbons. (He was a connoisseur himself!) My friend and him talked up various bourbons and bourbon trees of various distilleries. She wanted to try something different than what she had enjoyed in the past. Nate made some excellent suggestions I was told. Im more a vodka drinker and Nate made me various specialty cocktails as I told him to surprise me (and boy, did he ever!) Since we were there for happy hour, Nate provided the associated menu, and we selected the Rillette & Focaccia plate. It contained chicken, chorizo, a bourbon gel, avocado purée, pickled onions, pecans and toasted Focaccia bread. Nate said you spread the ingredients of choice on the bread, and he recommended putting all the ingredients together as the flavors all complement each other. Boy, was he right again! I highly recommend this place if you love bourbon, specialty cocktails and attentive and knowledgeable service. Ask for Nate and you will not be disappointed!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №42

Rating: 4

Date: 6 months ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

Best Old-fashioned in town!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Excellent ambience. All dishes are small, shareable plates. Reservation is recommended

Date: 6 months ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №47

Rating: 3

Solid, affordable standby with a diverse, well-prepared menu, friendly staff, and outstanding location. (Pop up for dinner and then down to The Elephant Room for jazz and lowballs before heading home, or down 6th Street in one direction or another for a late, fun night.) It s a bit noisy in a good way if you are looking for a festive spot but a completely reliable and enjoyable option for dinner downtown

Date: 6 months ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

Their smaller plate, sharing menu is out of this world. Everything we ate was fantastic. The two of us had the Tiger Apricots, Fungus Among Us, Triple G Salad, Hot Cheeks, and Old Dirty Galbi and were quite satisfied. And the staff were wonderful. Ill definitely be returning.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №49

Rating: 3

Cute place, lots of character. Service was a little slow and all over the place but I can understand that in a restaurant on Valentine s Day. The prix fix menu contained a lot of shell fish and they made a decent effort to accommodate my husband s allergy. The food was cool and all but I m really happy that I didn t show up starving because the portions were tiny for the price. They literally gave us an egg in a bowl of uncooked rice? Idk I thought it was bizarre to list everything in this egg when they dropped the plate but failed to mention that the rice was completely inedible lmao. We had a good time here though. A nice vibe and decor, and the drinks were delicious. Charming enough that all the mistakes and weird things were entertaining. I think I will go back for their regular menu one night and update my review.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Great salmon and meal overall! Loved the atmosphere and people were very friendly, especially Elissa

Date: 7 months ago

Review №51

Rating: 3

Date: 7 months ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №53

Rating: 4

Date: 8 months ago

Review №54

Rating: 3

Date: 8 months ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

An incredible experience in downtown Austin!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

The place was awesome, but the people were fantastic. They made the experience so much better. Attentive, offered up options, and genuinely cared about our experience. I would certainly give this place a try if you are in the area.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

We had such a great time - the food and the vibes were fantastic. The bartender was awesome - not only did he create delicious drinks, but also gave us a list of awesome tips of things to do in Austin. Definitely recommend this place!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №61

Rating: 5

delicious food and cocktails. Based aroubd shared plates and great for groups!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №63

Rating: 4

Great food and service in a dark atmosphere. Great bourbon selection I recommend to not get the salmon entree it is about 4oz of salmon and a piece of lettuce for $43 lol Food

Date: 8 months ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

You really cant go wrong with most of the dishes at Swifts Attic. The combination of flavors are delightful, and service is attentive without being overbearing. This place is great for a date night or for a night out with good friends.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №66

Rating: 3

Chefs cut wagyu was so good. Service and atmosphere did not live up to the price point, but wasnt terrible.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №67

Rating: 4

Date: 9 months ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

I run a non-profit and we were in Austin hosting our annual conference. We were looking for a venue to host a women in neurology networking event and we are so happy that we found Swifts Attic. We had a full buyout of the space on a Saturday night and I cannot say enough good things about the staff and the event. The venue itself is so fun and inviting and a perfect layout for mingling with small nooks for sitting down with a friends to catch up. The team that we worked with for this event went above and beyond for us. Shout out to Curtis and Samuel for really bringing the vent magic. All of their staff were engaging, polite, fast. There was never anyone waiting to place a drink order, or a cup out of place. The buffet was replenished before you even knew it was getting low and the waiters navigated the packed room with ease! Honestly, we have done many events over the years and this was the best venue and team we have ever worked with. If you are in Austin and need a great venue, Swifts Attic is it! Also, try the iceball cocktails!!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Company event. Great staff, food and beverages

Date: 9 months ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

We loved our experience. The food is really interesting yet approachable. We followed the advice to order family style and really enjoyed sharing bites together. Cocktails were well done as well. The interior design is smart and interesting.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №71

Rating: 5

We will continue to frequent this spot for as long as theyre open. Amazing atmosphere, drinks and food!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №72

Rating: 1

Very slow service, worst ever. Missed the show afterwards. Wont be back.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №73

Rating: 2

Food was good, but ordered a BTAC flight and the server brought it out with a Four Gate Pour because they ran out of William Larue Weller. Typically your server should let you know about this before they bring it to the table or the flight should be removed from the menu. Still was charged $60 for the flight. Also they forgot a dish we ordered and had to wait until end of dinner to receive it.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №74

Rating: 5

Our family went here for my husbands birthday. We were extremely pleased with the service and the food was OUTSTANDING! We definitely are returning guests. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №75

Rating: 3

Cozy atmosphere but the food and drinks are mediocre and came out within 5minutes of the order being placed, before our drinks had even been served. Food must be preprepared in advance and reheated as orders come in. It was giving Chili s quality at a steak dinner price point. The drink are delicious but unless you re getting one of their ice ball speciality drinks, the pours are WEAK. Felt like we were in Utah. Service is good but not great. Overall a fine experience but not worth coming back to, especially at the price point. There are much better options in Austin!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Swifts Attic, oh boy, where do I even begin? This place is like a culinary carnival for your taste buds, set against the backdrop of Austins quirky charm. Nestled somewhere between upscale chic and funky eccentricity, Swifts Attic is not just a restaurant; its a gastronomic adventure that takes you on a wild ride. The first thing that strikes you is the ambiance its like stepping into a bohemian dreamland where vintage meets avant-garde. The decor is a mishmash of eclectic elements, with hanging birdcages, mismatched chandeliers, and walls adorned with an assortment of curiosities that make you feel like youve stumbled into a gastronomic Wonderland. Now, lets talk about the menu, or should I say, the edible poetry that unfolds on your plate. The culinary maestros at Swifts Attic have mastered the art of turning ordinary ingredients into extraordinary creations. Take their Sweet Potato Fries with Espresso Aioli its a flavor symphony that dances on your palate. The crispiness of the fries, coupled with the unexpected kick of espresso in the aioli, is nothing short of genius. And dont get me started on the Bacon-Wrapped Dates. Whoever thought of pairing the salty richness of bacon with the natural sweetness of dates deserves a culinary Nobel Prize. These bite-sized delights are like little parcels of happiness that explode in your mouth with every savory-sweet bite. Now, lets talk about the main courses, which are basically culinary wizardry disguised as dishes. The Truffled Mushroom Risotto is a creamy concoction that transports you to umami heaven. Each spoonful is a blissful journey through the velvety richness of the risotto, punctuated by the earthy notes of truffle that linger on your taste buds like a fond memory. The Seared Scallops with Mango Salsa are a tropical delight that proves seafood doesnt have to be reserved for coastal escapes. The perfectly seared scallops, paired with the zesty mango salsa, create a symphony of flavors thats as refreshing as a beach breeze. And lets not forget the cocktails oh, the cocktails! Swifts Attic doesnt just serve drinks; they craft liquid masterpieces. The Basil Gin Fizz is a herbal delight that tickles your taste buds in all the right ways, while the Spicy Cucumber Margarita is a fiesta in a glass, with just the right amount of kick to keep things interesting. Service here is not just efficient; its delivered with a side of charm. The staff seems to genuinely love what they do, and their passion for the food and the experience is contagious. Theyll guide you through the menu with the enthusiasm of someone recommending their favorite book. In a city known for its food scene, Swifts Attic manages to stand out not just for its culinary prowess but for the sheer audacity of its creativity. Its not just a restaurant; its an experience, a celebration of flavor, and a testament to the idea that dining out should be an adventure, not just a meal. So, if youre in Austin and craving a dining experience thats as bold and vibrant as the city itself, Swifts Attic is the place to be.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №77

Rating: 2

Yummy cocktails Funny food names Noisy group destination for 20-30 years olds after work, bachelorette etc Not intimate, don t do this for date night unless you want to simply be seen and not heard at a busy table feels like a river raft trip with servers swirling all around. We d requested a quiet corner table for two, got the middle of the room Rushed early courses, not sure who was our server multiple people stopped by at first, then no one for an hour so had to go ask for the check could really have enjoyed a drink but who to ask? (2 hours total sit time, 2nd hour was the wait for pre-ordered birthday dessert which they said let us surprise you and it was the beignet for a gluten free person, oops) we d missed our concert start time and really really wanted to leave

Date: 10 months ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

This is an utterly fabulous place to go. The third time, and Ive never been disappointed. The cocktails are special, plan on relaxing and sipping sensational libations. Food is created with a real sense of texture, flavors unlike anywhere. Go for happy hour... even sweeter! My only comment is that the music was a little too rap like for my taste.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №80

Rating: 3

Good cocktails, okay food.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №81

Rating: 4

Great atmosphere and aesthetic. Started off with the shishito peppers and mash-ups potatoes. The Thai coconut red curry dip made the peppers! Main entree was the Pad Thai and Texas Fight. Pad Thai was heavy on the sauce which made it unique. The sausage in the Texas Fight was top notch

Date: 10 months ago

Review №82

Rating: 2

Cool place, however the service was sub par. We came here to celebrate a birthday and ordered quite a bit of food but we were never checked on to see how it was - we had to flag the waiter down to tell him we didnt the Kale Caesar salad - he said he forgot to put it in, and also 2 orders of potato mash ups which we were charged for but also never came. He seemed surprised when we didnt want dessert, but at this point we were just ready to go. Overall disappointed and spent a ton of money for a not great experience.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №83

Rating: 2

Our server brought all of our drinks out except one persons at the beginning that s how we knew we were in for a bad time. We were with a party of 7 so gratuity was included and our server didn t seem to care since he knew he was getting 20%. The portions are small so they suggested 8-14 dishes for a party of 7. He forgot 3 of them like never even put them in and still tried to charge us for 2 . The halibut was disgusting for $40+. The pad Thai was good. Sushi had almost no steak in it for $20 but it was pretty good. Drinks were okay but nothing special. Overall was about $400 we spent before tip. Honestly the whataburger we had later was better for $. I d recommend getting a round and maybe 2-3 apps then getting dinner elsewhere. Too many flavors. Dates were good

Date: 10 months ago

Review №84

Rating: 2

The atmosphere is really nice here and the waiter was friendly but the food was lacking. I got the chicken and it didnt have much flavor. Also, I feel like its just overpriced considering the portion size. Not sure if the waiter forgot to put in an order or if the kitchen was behind but one of my friends food didnt come out until we were leaving for a show, and he had to take it to go. A little disappointing and probably wont return.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Best Brussels sprouts I have ever had!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

All good Pandora was great and so was the rest of the staff

Date: 11 months ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

Loved this place! The food was fantastic especially the roasted cabbage. We couldnt stop talking about how flavorful it was. The service was also great, very attentive. Just an fyi for my older friends, I do not think there is an elevator and you have to walk up a flight a stair with a handrail. Will most definitely return. Vegetarian options: There are plenty of vegetarian options

Date: 11 months ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

One of the best collections of bourbons I have seen.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №89

Rating: 4

Fantastic service with attentive staff and innovative drinks and food. Wide selection at the bar for cocktails and liquor. Some of the innovations are a hit (the sushi) or miss (pop rocks and edamame) but its great to see places experimenting and willing to take risks.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №90

Rating: 3

Good ambiance and wait staff, but the food and drinks were not great. Drink was way too sweet- tasted like a jolly rancher. And the food was ok at best. The mushroom dish was basically just salt.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №91

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №92

Rating: 1

Date: 11 months ago

Review №93

Rating: 3

Great atmosphere but food was blah for the price. Bill for 2 pp was $150 with 1 drink each. Not worth it and soooo disappointed.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

Excellent food and service!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №95

Rating: 5

This is am amazing place. Great atmosphere. Romantic and cute. Go for a date or relaxing time out with friends.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

Super delightful! Everything was amazing would recommend going with a group so you can try multiple things! (Cocktails were delicious too)

Date: 11 months ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

We had a fantastic group dinner at Swifts Attic. The food was wonderful and the service was great. Vegetarian options: We had a set menu with loads of vegetarian and vegan options. The full menu had a vegetarian section too. All the food was great.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

Awesome! I had the Texas Fight, their version of shrimp and grits and it was phenomenal. They were playing a biggie and bad boy playlist, so being a New Yorker I felt immediately at home! I would def recommend if you re in Austin. And to top it off, Giants game was on!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №101

Rating: 1

Awful! They over booked our table And Instead of owning it they said we were over served and had to Leave when we were still eating dinner . Never have I ever been treated like This . Food was terrible too !

Date: a year ago

Review №102

Rating: 1

If only there were a selection for 0 stars

Date: a year ago

Review №103

Rating: 1

We had a 5:30 reservation. At 6:45 we were told to leave because we we were too drunk. We had 1 drink each. Awful service. If they overbooked the table they should own that.

Date: a year ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Had a great time here at a recent ladies night and would highly recommend the food and drinks and service!

Date: a year ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

We held our group event at Swifts Attic-- Keep in mind, majority of our group is from Florida and a tad bit high maintenance (respectfully speaking), so theyre a challenging group to please. As the event planner and personally never having been to the Austin area myself, it was tricky to narrow down our venue options there was so much to choose from. Im so glad we decided on Swifts Attic; Samuel and his team were immaculate from the very beginning. From the planning, communicating, to the day of the event, everything went flawlessly from start to finish. Our group adored the venue, the menu, and the vibes. If youre new to the Austin area, planning an event, or just want a great spot to enjoy your evening, this is the place.

Date: a year ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

This is the CUTEST gastropub, lowkey gives supper club/speakeasy vibes! You go upstairs (to the attic part!) and it has a nice attic setup. We came for my baby sisters early birthday dinner! Drinks: i got the GBD, and omg its like a mule but with tequila. Other friends got endless summer and the ODB and they were both delicious! Food: we ordered fried brussel sprouts, broccoli crunch salad, dont call me chicken, boom bap, and pae yay yuh. The chicken and brussel sprouts were a table favorite. The wagyu was cooked perfectly but the table didnt like the after taste of the fried paella. Overall we had a great time and agreed well all be back! Thanks so much for making my baby sisters pre birthday dinner great!

Date: a year ago

Review №109

Rating: 4

Great atmosphere and the food was excellent. We had the Rillette, lipstick on a pig and the wagyu paella. All excellent!

Date: a year ago

Review №110

Rating: 4

I really enjoy Swifts Attic! It s a great little spot for a date night! The food and atmosphere is great!

Date: a year ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Wonderful experience. We were at a charity dinner there but want to return for regular menu. Tasty craft cocktails. Amazing staff.

Date: a year ago

Review №112

Rating: 4

Kid-friendliness: Not kid friendly Food

Date: a year ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

Shout out to their Mixologist, Nate! Great personality, friendly, and very knowledgeable. He made my experience A++. Also, great atmosphere and service over all. Food

Date: a year ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

We hosted a company dinner for 25 people at Swifts Attic last week and it was fantastic. They assisted in selecting courses prior to our event and spaced everything perfectly. They food was delicious and unique, the service on point. Definitely recommend.

Date: a year ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Great ambiance and nice food. Nice and attentive wait staff .

Date: a year ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

Amazing food and service! We came here for a bachelorette dinner on a Sunday, the server was super friendly and gave some good recommendations on both the food and speakeasies in the area. Your favourite drink here was definitely our favourite! 100% recommend to try this place!

Date: a year ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

A hidden gem. The food is delicious and inventive (loved the dont call me chicken).. There was some issue with my order, and as a good gesture, they put it on the house!! Now thats customer service at different level. Sarah (and the entire team) you are awesome.

Date: a year ago

Review №119

Rating: 4

Good selection, very classy, above average price

Date: a year ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

The food was delish, the cocktails had a good pour, and the playlist was fire. Would go again. Had great vegan options for my friend as well.

Date: a year ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

Amazing food! Highly recommend the thats how we roll, tiger apricot and your favorite drink

Date: a year ago

Review №122

Rating: 4

This is one of our favorite spots for drinks and appetizers before we go listen to music at the Elephant Room as it is in the same building on the 3rd floor. The Tiger Apricots are the best. I m not a huge fan of apricots, but these are so worth the trip. Wrapped in bacon accompanied by a chipotle honey sauce - amazing!

Date: a year ago

Review №123

Rating: 5

Swifts attic is great! The servings may be small, but the flavor is definitely not! Small plate portions, so you may want to order a few plates if youre dining as a couple and share which is what we did.

Date: a year ago

Review №124

Rating: 4

The food and service were good. The menu choices are intended to be different . All items have a twist from the traditional method and intended to be shared

Date: a year ago

Review №125

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №127

Rating: 1

As an Asian, food is pretty bad.. Most are Asian-fusion but was questionable. Also didnt even give steak knives when we got the $99 Chefs cut. We cut it with butter knives. Some pieces of meat were overcooked.

Date: a year ago

Review №128

Rating: 4

Food was good. Some dishes I enjoyed more than others. The sorbet dessert was my favorite and is probably the only thing that sticks out of really wanting to go back for. Mushroom risotto was good but not amazing (and not cheap but there was a lot of shaved truffle on it). Apricot bacon app was ok-lots of people raved about it on other reviews but it wasn t our favorite, just a little odd of a flavor combo and texture all together. Brussel sprouts were pretty good. The churro dessert was decent but not nearly as good as the other dessert (that was a 10 out of 10). The food overall didn t sit the best though over night. Our server was nice but definitely didn t seem like they were super thrilled to be there. Very neutral service. Enjoyed the wine we ordered. Overall decent experience but wouldn t be rushing back for the prices.

Date: a year ago

Review №129

Rating: 4

Food was amazing. But dont confused it for family style. Portions are not big like a true family style. Drinks were awesome and everything was very fresh.

Date: a year ago

Review №130

Rating: 2

The place has a cool atmosphere and the service was excellent. But overall the food was just okay. Nothing was bad, but getting mediocre food for really high prices is disappointing. Since its tapas we all got to try a bit of several dishes. Not one item stood out to me.

Date: a year ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Definitely a gastro masterpiece! Everything is delicious!

Date: a year ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

First time there. We let the server pick everything for us. Everything was fantastic. !!!

Date: a year ago

Review №133

Rating: 1

This is such a cute place trying so hard but nothing is quite right. The grapefruit old fashion has club soda, the strawberry daiquiri is reinvented as a sphere of ice floating on pure spirit. The wagyu isn t even prime. I don t mind a tougher cut of meat just the entire experience feels just a bit contrived and artificial like if my Midwest grandma was on Chopped and they told her to cook Korean

Date: a year ago

Review №134

Rating: 5

Loud. Great drinks. Yummy food

Date: a year ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

Fantastic spot right in downtown Austin, especially for a small group event. The team is so easy to work with and the food is out of this world.

Date: a year ago

Review №136

Rating: 2

The place over all was very strange. Service was particularly fast we ordered 7 dishes all served to us in under an hour and honestly the portion size and the prices of the food didn t match (everything was over priced) and I typically will not mind price at all. The food was nothing exceptional eaither it all tasted average while the upstairs environment is initially inviting the ambience leaves much to be desired. Idk how this place has maintained such a high rating honestly compared to many of the downtown locations in Austin to eat at this place was lacking in so many ways I was not impressed at all and will never be going back again.

Date: a year ago

Review №137

Rating: 3

I will start by saying that the food quality and taste were great. The drinks were also very good and the service friendly and prompt. One big negative is the drink prices though - very high in my opinion and I can get just as good drinks elsewhere fior less cost. The other negative to me is that they suggest ordering and eating in family / tapas style - which we did - but that leads to a confusing hodgepodge of items flying around the table. You never feel like you get a full meal and cant easily know what youve spent until you get the bill. When the dust settled, including the 20% tip they added (we were a group of 10), the bill ended up being around $100 per person for food and drink. If I were to come back (not sure due to drink prices) I would not order family style but by couple. At least we would have a better idea of what we were spending.

Date: a year ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №139

Rating: 4

Interesting share plate menu. 4 of us tried 5 dishes and were Impressed by all of them. We had a late lunch so smaller dinner suited us. Wasnt overly busy when we were there. Its worth a visit if you are looking for something a bit different

Date: a year ago

Review №140

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

Great bar! Great food! Great service! Top notch every time. Will be back

Date: a year ago

Review №142

Rating: 5

I sat at the bar and had the pad Thai which was amazing, but not as amazing as the bartender, Sarah! Excellent service. 10/10

Date: a year ago

Review №143

Rating: 3

Food is good to great depending on the dish. Cocktails were fine. Price is high

Date: a year ago

Review №144

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №145

Rating: 5

Even if I tried I couldn t find anything negative about this place, unless you like stairs but that s about it. The food was amazing and the drinks were as well. The staff was very attentive and the desert was 10/10. Absolutely loved this place. Will be coming here more often.

Date: a year ago

Review №146

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №147

Rating: 5

Best Risotto I have had in the US, Great staff, and fantastic cocktails...

Date: a year ago

Review №148

Rating: 5

Briefly, if bacon wrapped puffy apricots sounds like an attractive appetizer, give this place a shot! We return on every visit to Austin

Date: a year ago

Review №149

Rating: 3

Was planning to leave a great review. HOWEVER, Im going through my expenses for work and the amount of money charged to my credit card and the amount I signed off arent the same. The server added 10 dollars. And that doesntt sit well with me. If you felt our 22% tip wasnt enough, I dont know what to tell you. You already had over $100 in tips for a 4 top. Vegetarian options: Wish there were just a few more options

Date: a year ago

Review №150

Rating: 5

Brussel sprouts, bacon apricots, and the chicken were delicious!

Date: a year ago

Review №151

Rating: 5

Great atmosphere. Lived the food. Ice-ball oldie was amazing!

Date: a year ago

Review №152

Rating: 5

Wow this is an Austin must! Such great food and fun atmosphere! 10/10!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №153

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №154

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №155

Rating: 5

Amazing food ! Every bite and every part a bite was engineered to perfection. We tried to taste the ingredients in each layer but the complexity of each was just too unique to attempt to recreate the recipe on your tongue. Old world atmosphere, attentive service, overall a very special night!

Date: a year ago

Review №156

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №157

Rating: 4

First time impression: we loved it! The drink names were super fun. Food was thoroughly impressive. Had no expectations going in and we loved the food. Very tasty. Drinks had fun names and tasted just as good. First time having an ice ball drink and mine tasted like a good juice - as it should ve. Vibe was amazing, wasn t too loud so we could actually talk. I recommend a reservation if you want an actual table, seemed like walk ups had to wait for a table or sit in more lounging areas. Server was awesome, happy with the service. Great place to go before or after a show at the paramount ! 10/10 would go again!

Date: a year ago

Review №158

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

Love this place. Super cool atmosphere, excellent service and drinks. Ice ball old fashion was great and so were the bacon wrapped apricots. Good music and chill vibe.

Date: a year ago

Review №160

Rating: 3

Kind of overpriced for what you get.

Date: a year ago

Review №161

Rating: 5

The food has unique spins on classic dishes. Everything was super tasty and the service was excellent!

Date: a year ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

Delicious small plates and fun mocktails (we dont drink alcohol and they had great substitutes).

Date: a year ago

Review №163

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №164

Rating: 5

The halibut was divine! The museum risotto was also excellent. The pop rocks edamame was really interesting, but a little spicy for me. All the drinks were amazing. The churro donuts were a bit dry. The vibe is very modern speakeasy. I would definitely go again!

Date: a year ago

Review №165

Rating: 2

Let s start with the good. My wife s cocktail (w/Tequila, ginger beer and a fruit ice ball) was quite good. My cocktail, essentially an old fashioned, was nothing special, but acceptable. The edamame with pop rocks was just weird? I mean, why? Just because you can doesn t mean you should. The Fungus Among Us risotto was enjoyed, but it was like they sweetened it. For a savory dish, it didn t make sense. It made it just good, rather than exceptional. Now the bad - the shrimp and grits came out cold. How? Grits don t get cold fast. Something seriously wrong in the kitchen. We didn t send it back because we were starving and no one came by to check on us. They did credit us later, so they get points for that. The Wagyu baseball sirloin? It started as a good piece of meat, I think. It also came out a tad cool (even on the outside) but not overly so. But it was cooked unevenly on one side versus the other. It is a shame to give so little attention to detail to Wagyu. Overall, it was an extremely disappointing experience.

Date: a year ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №167

Rating: 5

The food was superb. Bacon wrapped apricots was a stand out. The restaurant has a great vibe and service was wonderful. Will definitely come back.

Date: a year ago

Review №168

Rating: 5

Amazing vegan food and cocktails! On the pricey side but pretty normal for downtown Austin, and very much worth the price tag. Literally some of the best risotto I ve ever had anywhere, and my husband loves the pad Thai. 10/10!

Date: a year ago

Review №169

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №170

Rating: 5

Laid back atmosphere. Good music, great food.

Date: a year ago

Review №171

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №172

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №173

Rating: 4

The food was good. Small plates, so you do get to try several things. They do a slightly different take on many items on their menu. We really enjoyed some, but also had a couple that we did not love. The service was great. The music has a little more of a club vibe compared to the average restaurant.

Date: a year ago

Review №174

Rating: 5

In town for a conference, and we stumbled across this amazing curated space. The food was well executed from the rillette to the brussel sprouts to the halibut. There were no pictures because we were too busy enjoying each flavor. George was a knowledgeable and fun server with a personality that is not common as of late. Jump in and get a reservation to enjoy a night.

Date: a year ago

Review №175

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №176

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №177

Rating: 5

Server was great and so was food

Date: a year ago

Review №178

Rating: 4

Great food

Date: a year ago

Review №179

Rating: 5

Located right above the iconic Elephant Room off of Congress Avenue, Swift s Attic is a must-visit when you re in ATX. I haven t been to Swift s in several years, but my experiences here were always excellent when I lived in Austin, Texas. They have a lovely atmosphere, the staff were always so kind & accommodating, and the food + cocktails were always incredible!

Date: a year ago

Review №180

Rating: 5

Delicious :3 we had the pad Thai, swift kick in the chicken, and Brussel sprouts! Bright eyes cocktail was also incredible. George s service was the cherry on top! Luv him thx so much

Date: a year ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

Great food, great service what more could you ask for?! Curtis was the most hospitable manager you could imagine, recommended drinks that everyone was amazed at based on liquor preference. After dinner, have a drink at the bar and gaze upon the wonder of all the whiskey selection. Thanks for the amazing business dinner Curtis and staff!

Date: a year ago

Review №182

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №183

Rating: 5

Great venue. Great food/drinks. Excellent service. We held our holiday party at Swifts Attic and could not have asked for a better event. Samuel Gonzalez and the Swfits Attic team were delightful to work with. I would definitely recommend the venue for parties and special events.

Date: a year ago

Review №184

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №185

Rating: 5

Great spot with incredible vegan options. Friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommended!!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №186

Rating: 5

A great place to celebrate my birthday in the heart of Austin. I would go back for the Tiger Apricots. I ll be dreaming about them. Shout out to Sarah for going to bat to make my birthday wish come true just for the halibut!

Date: a year ago

Review №187

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №188

Rating: 5

Another 5 star restaurant in downtown Austin, The Swift Attic! It has a speakeasy decor in a 160 year old building! There was exposed brick, I think original wooden floors, just architectural beauty! A grand carpeted staircase, the cozy bar had an industrial feel to it with great cocktails, plenty of restaurant seating. For ADA needs, we did find out there is an elevator in the back. You might need to call them to meet you in the back of the building to guide you to the elevator. I used them on the way out. The menu was spectacular! We ordered the shishito peppers, creamy mushroom risotto, and the special of the day the Chilean sea bass served with mashed purple potatoes and prosciutto wrapped asparagus. Mmmmmm! Everything was amazing, filled with flavors and the fish was so buttery and fluffy; like eating little clouds. They were so kind to treat us with dessert for our 14th wedding anniversary. We had churro donuts with ice cream, and a swirl of raspberry and chocolate. It was the perfect end to our evening. I m excited to return and try something else on their menu because everything looked and tasted so good. But don t take my word for it and make your reservation today!

Date: a year ago

Review №189

Rating: 3

At here for NYE, where there was a set 4 course menu. The food was okay, the dishes didn t seem very cohesive- an empanada, then pasta, then beef cheek which was incredibly salty. Service was good.

Date: a year ago

Review №190

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №191

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №192

Rating: 4

This place has a great vibe to it, hole in the wall. Unique setting. I got the Swift Kick in the Chicken & Fungus Among Us Risotto. The Risotto had to be the star from this place. The best Risotto I have had in Austin. The dessert we got were churros and they were okay. They had a more sour taste to it then sweet, the ice cream made it better but overall the churros were decent. The 4 star rating is due to the fact how salty the chicken was, which kind of threw off everything. Overall, a nice place with great service.

Date: a year ago

Review №193

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №194

Rating: 5

we had our company party here and it was the best!

Date: a year ago

Review №195

Rating: 2

This used to be a favorite of mine as I grew up in Austin. I ve been coming here for over 8 years, but this place has truly fallen off. I ve had countless birthday dinners here and I ve hosted an event here. It s terribly different now and much worse- I couldn t believe it. I was so sad. They have pretty much turned over is entire menu. A gem once known for its creative and delicious small plates such as the slow roasted pork and the pig in the blanket tapa now serves what seems much larger over salted and flavorless plates that are not well presented as they used to be. We started with fried mashed potatoes which were very pedestrian and the kale Caesar salad topped with so much cheese- it was good, tasty. It ended up being the best thing we ate that night, and it s not a great sign when the salad is the best thing you order. We then got the pad Thai, the lamb meatballs, and the shishito peppers. It s hard to mess up shishito peppers but somehow they had no flavor at all. The pad Thai tried to be creative with carrot noodles but was so salty I couldn t finish it. The lamb meatballs were so dry and also over salted. We then proceeded to just cancel the rest of the entrees we had coming because it wasn t enjoyable. The waitress was extremely kind though, and a manager came to speak to us taking 30$ off our bill, and comping us a free dessert- churros- which also tasted burnt, hard and kind of like cardboard sadly. But we were well taken care of, and the service was very kind. The food just wasn t great anymore, and I won t come back to what was always my favorite restaurant here.. :( The ice ball cocktail was really good though.

Date: a year ago

Review №196

Rating: 1

Great place, great ambience. But The hostess in this place is very rude

Date: a year ago

Review №197

Rating: 5

Great drinks, Angela and Mason are hospitable. Go to spot in austin! CK menu is delicious!

Date: a year ago

Review №198

Rating: 3

Very neat atmosphere, servers were very attentive throughout the whole dinning experience. It is a great space to host events with very knowledgeable bartenders. The dishes were all very good! Plates are all on the smaller side. I particularly enjoyed the bacon wrapped apricots, which we had to order twice. Parking is limited as most places in downtown. Seasonal decorations make the place very festive. I recommend this place as a fun low key place for drinks with friends.

Date: a year ago

Review №199

Rating: 2

The food and cocktails here missed the mark quite a bit for me. I would expect more if you try to take on classic dishes like pad thai or al pastor in a new way, but they were very mediocre. Even the old fashioned I had was off, maybe just a bad night. Was well taken care of by waiter though.

Date: a year ago

Review №200

Rating: 5

We hosted a private event at Swift s Attic. The staff, food and venue space all exceeded our expectations. Sam was extremely helpful in planning and coordinating setup, as well as ensuring the night ran smoothly. I highly recommend Swift s Attic!

Date: a year ago