Highland Lounge
Dancing · Cocktail Lounge · Austin, TX
About
In Austin's Warehouse District, you'll find Highland Lounge on two levels. The downstairs bar feels like an underground hideaway while upstairs you can watch the dance floor from the rail. Known for cute bartenders and strong drinks, this spot draws a mixed 20s to 30s crowd on weekends.
Highland Lounge is open late Friday and Saturday until 3:30am, with Sunday hours starting at 4pm. A recent visitor noted free entry and $4 wells during a special event. It's a solid choice for dancing and cocktails near other Warehouse District venues like Rain.
Highland Lounge sits in Austin's Warehouse District, near other gay bars and nightclubs like Rain, making it easy to bar-hop.
Features
- ✓Two levels with underground bar and balcony overlooking dance floor
- ✓Go-go boys and strippers on select nights
- ✓Late hours Friday and Saturday until 3:30am
- ✓Strong drinks and cute bartenders
Good for
Practical
What people say
Rated from 91 reviews. 22 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
This place is a lot of fun with great music and an energetic crowd. The music is awesome, the bartenders are cute, the crowd is lively and rowdy, and the drinks are strong.
A visitor · Over a year ago
“Real Fun!”
Nice drag show and a great location spread across three floors – definitely worth checking out.
A guest · Over a year ago
“Always fun”
Always a good time on their wonderful patio or from the second floor looking down at the dance floor. The staff is incredibly energetic and friendly.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
“Epic!”
This place used to be called kiss in fly, which was great. My first visit to Highland was on Halloween weekend 2014 with a good friend. It was still being built at that time. Honestly, it was not busy. When I returned to Austin for the Pitbull concert on February 7th, I came back with my best friend and it was awesome. Free entry, $4 wells, and the music was fantastic. I definitely suggest checking it out. It still has two floors and a basement bar feel. Nice decor and lighting. I'm excited to go back to Austin. This is exactly the kind of club/bar I like. Much better than the other gay spots in Austin.
A local visitor · Over a year ago
“Love it!”
Good variety of spaces and solid music. I like the lounge furniture available during the day. No complaints – this place is excellent.
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Highland Lounge have a cover charge? +
A recent visitor reported free entry on a February weekend, but hours and specials may vary. Check their website for current details.
What are the busiest nights? +
Friday and Saturday nights from 9:30pm until 3:30am are typically the busiest times with go-go boys and dancing.
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