FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT IS THE ROOSEVELT ROOM?
The Roosevelt Room is Austin’s most awarded Cocktail Bar and Event Venue located in the heart of the historic downtown Warehouse District. We feature a seated cocktail experience in our downstairs dining room with table service provided by our knowledgeable bar staff, who will guide our guests through the expansive list of cocktails and a curated selection of spirits, beer, and wine.
WHAT ARE YOUR HOURS OF OPERATION?
Monday-Wednesday 3pm-12am
Thursday-Saturday 3pm-2am
Sunday 3pm-12am
DO I NEED A RESERVATION IN ORDER TO VISIT?
We do not require reservations and we warmly welcome walk-ins. However, we strongly recommend making a reservation if you know the date and time you’d like to join us.
If you do not have a reservation and we are at capacity when you arrive, we’ll put you on a brief waitlist and text you when the next seats or table become available!
HOW CAN I MAKE A RESERVATION?
To make a reservation for up to 10 guests, click the Reservations Page above and fill out the OpenTable Widget halfway down the page.
HOW CAN I MAKE A LARGE PARTY RESERVATION (11+ GUESTS)?
To make a reservation for parties of 11+ guests, click the Reservations Page above, then fill out the Large Party Reservation inquiry form, and our reservationist will respond back within 24 hours with all of the options available to your party!
WHAT IF THERE AREN’T ANY RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON OPENTABLE?
If there are no reservations available on OpenTable for the date & time you’d like to join us, don’t worry; we warmly welcome walk-ins. When you arrive, check in with our hosts, and if we’re not able to get you seated right away, we’ll put you on a brief waitlist and text you when the next seats or table become available!
CAN I GET ON THE WAITLIST OVER THE PHONE?
Walk-in within The Roosevelt Room is first come, first served. Please check in with the hosts once you arrive in person to be added to our waitlist if we cannot seat you right away.
WHERE SHOULD I PARK?
We do not have parking on-site, but we do have ample garage and street parking within a couple blocks of us. We recommend using the LAZ parking lot located on the Northwest corner of W 5th Street & Guadalupe Street. You can reserve your parking ahead of time at a discounted rate via the LAZ Parking widget at the bottom of our Reservations Page above!
WHEN IS HAPPY HOUR?
Our Happy Hour runs every day from 3pm-6pm!
WHAT IS ON THE HAPPY HOUR MENU?
Our Happy Hour features twelve Classic Cocktails for $12 each
$2 Off Glasses of Wine and Large Fare food items
$1 Off Beers and Small Fare food items
20% Off all Bottles of Still & Sparkling Wine
WHAT FOOD & DRINKS DO WE SERVE?
Our drink menu features over 80+ cocktails with a mixture of both classic and signature cocktails, non-alcoholic cocktails, and large format options, as well as a curated selection of local beers and wine.
Our food menu focuses on epicurean bar food - featuring Small Fare items, Large Fare items, and Desserts - all of which are perfect for keeping bellies full and smiles wide while enjoying a beverage. All items are available until 12am Sunday-Wednesday & 1:30am Thursday-Saturday.
WE’RE CELEBRATING A SPECIAL OCCASION. CAN WE BRING A CAKE?
Yes, you’re welcome to bring a cake, cupcakes, or other desserts for your special celebration. We simply charge an Outside Food Fee of $20 if you supply your own plates and utensils or $25 if you’d like to use our plates and utensils.
HOW DO I HOST AN EVENT AT THE ROOSEVELT ROOM OR THE ELEANOR?
The Roosevelt Room
Please fill out the event inquiry form on the Book an Event Page above and our Event Manager will respond with more information about our rates and services.
The Eleanor
Please fill out the event inquiry form on The Eleanor’s Book an Event Page and our Event Manager will respond with more information about our rates and services.
WHAT KIND OF MUSIC DO YOU PLAY?
We play a wide variety of music and tailor the mood to the time of day, the day of the week, and the general feeling in the room at that moment.
DOES THE ROOSEVELT ROOM HAVE A DRESS CODE?
There is no dress code; we encourage you to wear whatever you’re most comfortable in.
WHAT IS THE POLICY ON GUESTS UNDER-21 / MINORS?
Kids & Teenagers aged 17 & Under can join us with their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) before 7pm.
We do not allow guests 17 & Under after 7pm.
Minors between the ages of 18-20 are allowed in at any time of day, but only if they are accompanied by their Parent(s), Legal Guardian(s), or Spouse through marriage who is over the age of 21. In such cases, we require proof of the relationship to be in accordance with the laws set forth by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC).
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE MAIN LEVEL BAR/DOWNSTAIRS DINING ROOM & THE MEZZANINE?
Our Main Level Bar / Downstairs Dining Room offers a seated service and our full 80+ drink cocktail menu, including the drinks listed on our Classics Board.
Our upstairs Mezzanine features its own bar, lounge seating, and a balcony view of the downstairs space. The Mezzanine Bar is currently open to the public on Fridays & Saturdays from 6pm-Late and is also available to reserve for private events (up to 60 guests) and cocktail classes.