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Hidden in plain sight on rowdy Sixth Street behind a door still marked from its past life as a massage parlor, Midnight Cowboy is Austin's definitive speakeasy, press the buzzer labeled 'Harry Craddock' and you're…
It's reservation-only and small, book ahead, then find the unmarked door on Sixth and press the 'Harry Craddock' buzzer at your time. There's a two-per-buzz, no-standing, civilized vibe.
Reservations are essential and go fast on weekends, book ahead and take an earlier slot for the calmest experience. It's a sit-down, seated-service kind of room.
When in doubt, look for the door that doesn't belong, and sort the reservation or code before you go, because in Austin the best ones won't let you improvise your way in.
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