Scholz Garten

Texas's oldest operating beer garden since 1866, with German tradition, cold beer, and UT game-day energy.

Scholz Garten is a living piece of Texas history—the oldest continuously operating business in Austin and one of the oldest biergartens in America, open since 1866. The massive outdoor biergarten, complete with long communal tables and towering oak trees, is where Austin has gathered for over 150 years. On UT football Saturdays, the energy is electric. On quiet weekday evenings, the pace is gentle and the conversation flows freely. German-style food, cold beer, and a sense of continuity with Austin's past make this a must-visit.

Highlights

  • Open since 1866
  • Massive biergarten
  • UT game day tradition
  • Historic landmark

Insider Tips

  • Oldest bar in Texas
  • Incredible on UT game days
  • Communal tables encourage socializing
  • Try a German beer

Features & Amenities

beer-gardenhistoricgerman-traditionoutdoor-seatingut-game-day

Established: 1866

Quick Info

Price Range
$$$$
Categorybeer-garden
Neighborhooddowntown
Rating4.3 / 5

Contact

1607 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701

(512) 474-1958

Hours

Monday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Saturday11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sunday11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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