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Bar & Sausage House · Austin, TX

Bangers Austin Menu 2026: Sausages, Beers & Full Menu Guide

Bangers Austin is the go-to sausage house and beer bar on Austin's legendary Rainey Street. With 500+ beers on tap, one of Austin's biggest outdoor beer gardens, house-made craft sausages, giant soft pretzels, and a party atmosphere that runs late into the night — it's a must-visit for locals and visitors alike. Below: the full menu breakdown, what to order, beers to try, and everything you need to plan your visit.

500+ beers on tapRainey Street, Austin TXMassive outdoor beer gardenCraft sausages & pretzelsDog-friendly outdoor area
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Signature items

Giant Soft PretzelMust-order
Classic BratwurstSignature
Beer Flight (4 pours)Popular
Wild Boar SausageFan favorite
Loaded FriesCrowd pleaser
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Quick answers

What to order at Bangers Austin — at a glance

The four things people most commonly ask about visiting Bangers Austin, answered in one glance.

Must-order item
Giant Soft Pretzel

The house signature — house-made, served warm with beer cheese and mustard. Order it first.

Best for sharing
Sausage Board (3 links)

Three sausages of your choice with house mustards, pickled vegetables, and grilled bread.

Beer highlight
500+ taps

One of the largest tap lists in Texas. Local Austin craft breweries are always well-represented.

Dog-friendly
Yes (outdoor garden)

The outdoor beer garden is generally dog-friendly with leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome.

Beer program

500+ beers on tap: what to know about Bangers Austin's beer list

Bangers Austin's tap program is the centerpiece of the experience. With over 500 beers on rotating taps — one of the largest in Texas — the beer list spans local Austin craft breweries, Texas regional favorites, and international imports. The lineup changes constantly; the best strategy is to ask your server about the current feature taps when you arrive.

500+ taps

Local Austin Craft

Austin's craft beer scene is heavily represented — expect taps from breweries like Austin Beerworks, Jester King, 4th Tap, and many more. The tap list refreshes frequently as kegs kick.

Texas & Regional

Texas Craft Breweries

Beyond Austin, Bangers regularly features beers from across Texas — Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, and Denton — making it a great place to explore the full breadth of the Texas craft beer movement.

International

German & European Imports

True to its sausage-house roots, Bangers keeps classic German and European imports on tap — Hefeweizens, Pilsners, Märzens, and Belgian ales that pair perfectly with sausages and pretzels.

Best intro

Start with a Beer Flight

If you're overwhelmed by the 500+ options (and you will be), order a 4-pour beer flight. Let your server guide you based on your taste preferences — light, hoppy, dark, sour, or malty.

Weekend perk

Tap Takeover Events

Bangers regularly hosts tap takeover events where a single brewery takes over a portion of the taps for a weekend. These are great events for tasting a brewery's full range in one sitting.

32 oz option

Large Pours for the Garden

Order your beer in a 32 oz pour when you're settling into the outdoor beer garden — it cuts down on trips back to the bar and is better suited for long outdoor sessions.

Tap list note. With 500+ rotating taps, Bangers Austin's beer list changes daily as kegs kick and new ones are tapped. There is no single static beer list — check bangersaustin.com for any published tap updates, or ask your server when you arrive for today's feature taps and local specials.
Top picks

The 6 best things to order at Bangers Austin

Ranked by consistency, popularity, and what makes Bangers Austin's menu genuinely distinctive. These are the items most likely to define your visit.

  1. 1Giant Soft PretzelThe undisputed Bangers signature. Get it on every visit.See menu
  2. 2Classic BratwurstThe bread-and-butter sausage — always excellent.See menu
  3. 3Sausage Board (3 links)Best way to sample the sausage menu. Order for the table.See menu
  4. 4Wild Boar SausageAdventurous pick — rich, gamey, with great fig jam contrast.See menu
  5. 5Beer Flight (4 pours)Ideal introduction to the 500+ tap list.See menu
  6. 6Loaded FriesBeer cheese, bacon, jalapeños — a crowd pleaser.See menu
Highlights

Events, specials & seasonal highlights

Bangers Austin rotates specials, taps takeovers, and events throughout the year. The highlights below reflect standing menu items and regular programming — check bangersaustin.com for current events.

Signature

Giant Soft Pretzel

House-made jumbo pretzel with beer cheese dip and whole-grain mustard. Bangers' most iconic food item — a must-order at every visit.

Popular

Sausage Board

Three house-made sausages with rotating mustards, pickles, and grilled bread. The best way to sample the sausage program.

Seasonal

Frozen Beer Cocktail

A rotating seasonal frozen beer cocktail creation that changes weekly — only at Bangers Austin.

Feature

Guest Tap Takeovers

Regular tap takeover events where Texas and national craft breweries take over a portion of the 500+ tap list for a weekend.

Weekend

Live Music + Beer Garden

Live music performances in the outdoor beer garden on weekends — check bangersaustin.com for the current schedule.

New

Beer Flight (Guided)

Guided beer flights curated by Bangers' bar staff — a great way to explore the rotating tap selection.

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All Bangers Austin menu categories with item counts.

Sausages9 itemsStarters & Snacks7 itemsBurgers & Sandwiches5 itemsSalads & Lighter Fare4 itemsSides6 itemsBeer & Drinks8 itemsDesserts3 items
The full menu

Bangers Austin full menu — all categories

All menu categories and items below. Menu rotates seasonally — confirm current availability with the restaurant.

About pricing. Bangers Austin does not publish a full priced menu online. Prices are not shown on this page — we never invent or estimate prices. Visit bangersaustin.com or call the restaurant directly for current menu pricing.
The beer garden

Bangers Austin's outdoor beer garden — what to expect

The outdoor beer garden is Bangers Austin's most distinctive feature — a massive multi-level outdoor space with picnic tables, string lights, fire pits, and a lively crowd. It's one of the largest outdoor bar areas on Rainey Street and one of the most beloved in all of Austin.

The beer garden is typically dog-friendly (leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome in outdoor areas), making it a popular spot for Austin dog owners. The outdoor space operates rain or shine for light weather, with covered areas available.

On weekends, the beer garden often features live music, which is one of the best (and free) experiences in Austin's nightlife scene. Arrive early on busy Friday and Saturday evenings — the garden fills up fast.

  • Multi-level outdoor space with picnic tables and string lights
  • Dog-friendly (leashed dogs welcome in outdoor areas)
  • Live music on weekends in the beer garden
  • Fire pits for cooler Austin evenings
  • Covered areas for light rain
  • First-come, first-served seating — arrive early on weekends
Visitor tips

How to get the most out of a visit to Bangers Austin

Arrival tip

Arrive before 7 PM on weekends

Rainey Street gets extremely busy after 8 PM on Friday and Saturday nights. Arriving early — especially for the beer garden — ensures you get a table and avoid the longest waits at the bar.

Food first

Order the pretzel immediately

The Giant Soft Pretzel is Bangers' signature and takes a few minutes to prepare. Order it as soon as you sit down so it arrives while you're settling in with your first beers.

Beer strategy

Let your server guide you

500+ taps is genuinely overwhelming. Tell your server what styles you usually like — hoppy, malty, light, dark, sour — and they'll steer you to the best current options from the rotating list.

Groups

Great for large groups

Bangers Austin is one of the best large-group bars in Austin. The outdoor beer garden has long communal tables ideal for parties of 8-20+. For private events, inquire ahead via their website.

Sausage board

Order the board for variety

Instead of committing to one sausage, order the Build Your Own Sausage Board (3 links) to sample multiple styles. The house mustards vary and are half the fun of the sausage experience.

Parking & transport

Rideshare is recommended

Parking on and around Rainey Street is limited and expensive on busy nights. Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) is the most practical option. The venue is also walkable from several downtown hotels.

About Bangers Austin

The iconic Rainey Street sausage house and beer bar since 2013.

Bangers Austin opened on Rainey Street in 2013, when the now-famous bar corridor was just beginning to emerge as Austin's most vibrant nightlife district. The concept was simple and perfect: great craft beer in massive quantity — 500+ taps, one of the largest selections in Texas — paired with house-made sausages, giant soft pretzels, and a sprawling outdoor beer garden that would become synonymous with Austin's outdoor bar culture.

What makes Bangers Austin genuinely distinctive is the combination: the sausage program is taken seriously (rotating cuts, in-house preparation, global influences from German bratwurst to Cajun andouille to North African merguez), the beer list rotates constantly and showcases Austin's world-class craft brewing scene, and the outdoor space is designed for long sessions — communal tables, string lights, live music on weekends, and a dog-friendly policy that makes it welcoming for locals.

Bangers Austin has become one of the most well-known bars in Texas — frequently cited in national and local "best bars in Austin" lists and a must-visit destination for anyone spending time in the city.

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Common questions

Bangers Austin — frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the most common questions about visiting Bangers Austin on Rainey Street.

Where is Bangers Austin located?

Bangers Austin is located at 79 Rainey Street, Austin, TX 78701 on the famous Rainey Street bar district near downtown Austin. The venue is walkable from the Congress Avenue Bridge and easily accessible by rideshare. Check bangersaustin.com for current hours.

How many beers does Bangers Austin have on tap?

Bangers Austin is renowned for its 500+ beers on tap — one of the largest tap lists in Texas. The selection spans local Austin and Texas craft breweries, regional favorites, and international imports. The tap list rotates frequently; check the website or ask a server for the current featured kegs.

Does Bangers Austin have outdoor seating?

Yes. Bangers Austin features one of Austin's most popular outdoor beer gardens — a massive multi-level outdoor area with picnic tables, string lights, and a lively atmosphere. The outdoor space is a major draw, especially in the evenings and on weekends. Covered areas help during light rain.

What kind of food does Bangers Austin serve?

Bangers Austin specializes in craft sausages made in-house, alongside giant soft pretzels, loaded fries, burgers, salads, and shareable snacks. The sausage menu rotates and includes German bratwurst, chorizo, merguez, andouille, wild boar, and vegetarian options. Food is designed to pair with their expansive beer menu.

Is Bangers Austin good for groups or private events?

Yes. Bangers Austin is a popular destination for large groups, birthday parties, bachelorette and bachelor parties, and corporate events. The large outdoor beer garden accommodates crowds easily. For private event inquiries, contact them through bangersaustin.com.

Does Bangers Austin have vegetarian or vegan options?

Yes. Bangers Austin offers several vegetarian and vegan options. The giant soft pretzel and pretzel bites are vegetarian favorites. Salads like the Rainey Street Salad and the Beet & Goat Cheese Salad are vegetarian, with vegan options available. A vegetarian sausage is also on the sausage menu. Ask your server about the current vegetarian-friendly tap list as well.

What are Bangers Austin's hours?

Hours vary and may change seasonally. Bangers Austin typically opens in the afternoon and stays open late into the night, especially on weekends when Rainey Street is at its most lively. Always confirm current hours on their official website at bangersaustin.com before visiting.

Is Bangers Austin a cash-only bar?

No. Bangers Austin accepts major credit and debit cards. They are not a cash-only establishment. For the most up-to-date payment policy details, check their official website or call the venue directly.

Is Bangers Austin dog-friendly?

Bangers Austin's outdoor beer garden is generally dog-friendly — leashed, well-behaved dogs are typically welcome in the outdoor areas. This is a popular perk for Austin dog owners. Confirm the current pet policy when you visit, as rules can change.

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