From this article by Jonas White: This speakeasy is fully devoted to maintaining secrecy and a low profile, moreso than any of its predecessors in my article series. The details they agreed to share were minimal. However, I’m excited to report what they’ll allow, and you’ll have to find out the rest for yourself.

Here Nor There: This speakeasy is located in the heart of Downtown Austin, near the Driskill hotel. It requires a reservation through their mobile app to gain access. The entrance is hidden, and only those with the gate code can enter. It offers an eclectic, international atmosphere with meticulously crafted cocktails.

Located on the famous 6th Street and formally a brothel masquerading as a massage parlor known as "Midnight Cowboy Modeling Oriental Massage," Midnight Cowboy is one of the oldest speakeasies in Austin, Texas. Rather than hide the building's dark history, we have chosen to embrace it. Midnight Cowboy offers prohibition-style decor, a secret entrance, old-school cocktails and a haunted history. We are an intimate- reservations only lounge, make your reservations today.

Firehouse Lounge is a local favorite, blending speakeasy charm with a welcoming atmosphere. Tucked behind a hidden bookshelf, our cocktail bar serves up expertly crafted cocktails and locally brewed beers, with a diverse range of live music performances. Whether you’re visiting on a night out or want to discover Austin’s eclectic music talent, our lounge offers something special for everyone.

If the green light outside Shangri-La is on, go straight through the bar and up to the deck out back. Then turn around and take the back staircase down to reach The Treasury.

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