We’ve all been to a dimly lit cocktail bar in Austin only to find the vibes quickly interrupted by a bright ring light and a content creator trying to get the perfect angle of their espresso martini for TikTok. But at Powder Room, a sexy “speakeasy” tucked behind Manny’s Sandwich Shop on West Fifth Street, the hosts kindly and politely ask you to check your phones at the door. No social media browsing, no work emails, no group texts – finally, a real chance to connect with your drinking companion and enjoy seasonal cocktails like the strawberry-and-bourbon Just Over My Head and the mezcal-and-mango The Dogs of War, all without digital distractions.
courtesy of Lobos Hospitality
