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As all around cool Texan and champion of Austin Matthew McConaughey puts it in the 2013 film Dallas Buyers Club, “a little tequila sunshine and tacos never hurt anybody.” Agreed. So what if National Tequila Day falls on a Monday? July 24 to be exact.
It’s 100-plus-degrees outside, and here we are, bustin’ our behinds to get to Friday (or whatever day you’re not bussing, driving or biking in and out of the heat). Your efforts are valid, and absolutely warrant an occasion of a little indulgence.
Check out this list of local Austin restaurants, bars, and brands for ways to celebrate National Tequila day this weekend!
De Nada Cantina 4715 E. Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX 78702 Open: Mon.-Sat. 11am-12am, Sun. 11am-10pm denadacantina.com
Celebrate National Tequila Day at De Nada Cantina with happy hour prices all day long! Trust you’ll want a taco with that, too. Try the barbacoa, carnitas, pescado, and more, all swathed in handcrafted blue masa corn tortillas and accompanied by a trio of salsas – molcajete, verde, and habañero – piping fresh and delicious from a kitchen.
Las Cazuelas 1701 E. Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX 78702 Open: Mon-Tue. 5am-2am, Wed. 5am-12am, Thu.-Sun. 24 hours www.las-cazuelas-mexican.com
Open since 1988, Las Cazuelas restaurant offers extended hours, serving up $5.99 margaritas all day, every day. Indulge in their special tequila flights or their signature Cuervo Rita for National Tequila Day! But wait, there’s more! Las Cazuelas offers all-day breakfast including a dozen egg dishes for early risers, as well as machacado and nopales, enchiladas potosinas, and plenty of other Mexican standards. It’s the perfect opportunity to treat yourself to some delightful drinks and experience the best of what this place has to offer. Don’t wait! Head over for these authentic bites and sips today!
Lulu’s 10402 Menchaca Rd. Bldg C, Austin, TX 78748 Open: Mon.-Thu. 3pm-12am, Fri. 3pm-2am, Sat. 12pm-2am, Sun. 12pm-12am. lulusaustin.com/
Awarded “Most Instagrammable Tequila Bar” in The Austin Chronicle’s 2023 Best of Austin Critics Picks, Lulu’s is a boho-chic vision filled with blond wood, rattan accents, lush plants, decorative glassware, a large and airy patio, and vividly hued cocktails that focus on agave spirits. Since they’ve opened, the Menchaca Road newcomer has been closed on Mondays, but come National Tequila Day (and every Monday from then on) the bar will be open! To celebrate, they’re offering all-day happy hour prices, half-off frozen and rocks margs, Gran Centenario, Carabuena, and Hornitos specials all day, and Red Bull samplings and specials, plus DJ Rapid Ric is spinning from 6-11pm! What’s not to love?
Smash ATX 213 W. Fifth Street, Austin, TX 78701 Open: Wed.-Thu. 11am-12am, Fri.-Sat. 11am-2am, Sun. 11-12am smashatx.com/
Get ready for an epic weekend of tequila-fueled celebrations at Smash ATX, July 21-23, in honor of National Tequila Day! Austin’s Downtown dining and pingpong destination is turning up the heat to honor everyone’s favorite agave spirit during their Tequila Weekend Extravaganza. From Friday to Sunday, immerse yourself in the world of tequila as they raise the bar on fun and festivities. Smash ATX mixologists will be whipping up innovative concoctions that showcase the versatility of this iconic liquor. Indulge in a vast selection of premium tequilas and handcrafted cocktails sure to excite your taste buds! Bring your amigos and amigas to join in the revelry and make lasting memories on this special occasion. Play some pingpong, let loose, and toast to the spirit that brings us all together. Salud!
The Boat 10931 Stonelake Blvd., Austin, TX 78759 Open: Mon.-Thu. 11am-10pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am-12am, Sun. 11am-10pm theboatatx.com
The Boat ATX is your destination for food, fun, live music, and tequila specials! This seafood restaurant and sports bar in Northwest Austin boasts a sprawling, pet-friendly outdoor deck, more than 20 televisions, a kiddie playscape, and live music every week. Celebrate National Tequila Day with $2 off all tequilas, margaritas, and tequila cocktails ALL DAY LONG on Monday, July 24. Bring your crew out and sail into the week with a cold beverage, plus enjoy Without a Paddle Adult Comedy at 7:30pm!
The Stay Put 73 Rainey St., Austin, TX 78701 stayputbrewery.com
Come enjoy $6 shots of tequila on National Tequila Day! Also, The Stay Put will be offering the following specialty tequila cocktails:
Summer Watermelon Margarita- $11 Blanco Tequila, Dry Curacao, Fresh Watermelon & lime juice
Happy Hour Specials: Salted Cucumber Lime Gose with a shot of blanco tequila- $9 Mexican Lager with a shot of blanco tequila- $9 Ranch Water- $9
Z’Tejas The Plaza at Avery Ranch: 14900 Avery Ranch, Blvd. B100, Austin, TX 78717 Open: Tue.-Thu. 10am-10pm, Fri.-Sat. 10am-11pm, Sun. 10am-10pm ztejas.com
Celebrate National Tequila Day in style at Z’Tejas with a special Tapas and Tequila menu running from July 22 to July 23. Indulge in a premium tequila flight featuring Maestro Dobel Silver, Reposado, Anejo, and 50 Cristalino – the perfect quartet to highlight tequila’s vast spectrum of flavors! The curated flight pairs exquisitely with their tequila-infused tapas. Savor the Cochinita Pibil, a Yucatan-style pork slow-cooked with a tantalizing tequila and fruit blend that bursts with nuanced flavors, or sample the pineapple tequila bacon-wrapped Jjalapeños, adding a fiery kick to sweet, smoky, and earthy tones. Toast with Z’Tejas, where flavor meets tradition!
ATX Tequila Sold exclusively at Oldschool on William Cannon, Chris Liquors on South Lamar, and Kings Liquor on Burnet Rd. atxtequila.net
ATX Tequila is a true artesanal tequila, small batch and free of additives. Born in the Highlands of Jalisco where the agave is enjoyed on hot days and cool nights for an even sweeter tasting tequila, distilled twice in Cooper, Alambique, resting for 30 days in stainless steel and 30 days in oak barrel for a smooth, flavorful finished taste. Enjoy it, Austin! It’s our tequila… ask for it by name.
La Canta
This frozen treat includes delicious cantaloupe and refreshing coconut flavors. Add all ingredients and a little bit of crushed ice to a blender. Blend for about 20 seconds. Pour into a chilled glass and garnish with fresh coconut shavings and a slice of melon.
2 oz ATX Tequila Blanco 1 oz lemon juice 1 oz coconut purée 3 oz Cantelope purée 3 dashes peychaud’s bitters
Sueños Spirits
Sold in and around the greater Austin area, Sueño de Atzo can be found on most Spec’s store shelves, in restaurants and bars.
If you’re hoping to branch out of margaritas made with Blanco tequila, try this twist on an old classic. The tasting notes of this artisanal tequila, made from stone oven-cooked agave — like dried cherries, oak, and Mexican chocolate — make this substitution a crowd favorite. Tip: Muddle your sugar cube with the bitters before incorporating for a velvety finish. Find Sueño de Atzo at MyFavoriteTequila.com
Atzo’s Old Fashioned Ice, as needed 2 oz Sueño de Atzo Extra Añejo Tequila 1-2 sugar cubes, to taste 3-4 dashes Angostura bitters Garnish: citrus twist and a maraschino cherry (optional)