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Nightlife
We think the beer here is extra special... because we make it! If you visit us during business hours, your first beer is on us. Make sure to show us your AirBnB listing on your phone when you come in. GREAT FOR FAMILIES DURING THE DAYLIGHT HOURS. We have games and a chalkboard wall that kids love.
15 locals recommend
Sockdolager Brewing Company
833 S 1st StWe think the beer here is extra special... because we make it! If you visit us during business hours, your first beer is on us. Make sure to show us your AirBnB listing on your phone when you come in. GREAT FOR FAMILIES DURING THE DAYLIGHT HOURS. We have games and a chalkboard wall that kids love.
The Green Room
959 N 2nd StFantastic cocktails and great waitstaff. Wonderful ambiance.
They have over 100 whiskies on their menu and they have a solid cocktail menu. The space is beautiful and the staff is great!
12 locals recommend
Amendment 21
382 Chestnut StThey have over 100 whiskies on their menu and they have a solid cocktail menu. The space is beautiful and the staff is great!
Pricier but great atmosphere and big wine list. Good outdoor seating and often has live music.
38 locals recommend
The Mill Winery
239 Locust StPricier but great atmosphere and big wine list. Good outdoor seating and often has live music.
This place makes their own wine and has a fun atmosphere. Some live music and great outdoor seating. The wine is pretty fruity so don't expect a lot of dry, or traditional options.
7 locals recommend
Winery at willow creek
4353 S Treadaway BlvdThis place makes their own wine and has a fun atmosphere. Some live music and great outdoor seating. The wine is pretty fruity so don't expect a lot of dry, or traditional options.
Food scene
It's a great locally-run upscale street taco restaurant.
16 locals recommend
The Local - Serving Contemporary Mexican Food and Cocktails in Abilene, TX
901 Cypress StIt's a great locally-run upscale street taco restaurant.
Some of the best pizza in Texas! #nobull
Great wine, beer, and dessert menu!
33 locals recommend
Vagabond Pizza
1056 N 2nd StSome of the best pizza in Texas! #nobull
Great wine, beer, and dessert menu!
This is a classy joint. Higher price point but the atmosphere, service, and food are worth it.
16 locals recommend
Cypress Street Station
158 Cypress StThis is a classy joint. Higher price point but the atmosphere, service, and food are worth it.
This place is soooo good! She has strict rules about seating and delivery (don't even try to get door dash or a similar group. She won't give your food to them) but her food is phenomenal and the owner is actually very kind.
13 locals recommend
Krua Thai Restaurant
790 S Leggett DrThis place is soooo good! She has strict rules about seating and delivery (don't even try to get door dash or a similar group. She won't give your food to them) but her food is phenomenal and the owner is actually very kind.
Looking for a great Texas steak? Skip Perini's (good but expensive and a long drive) and head downtown to the Beehive. Great steak and killer Texas Teas (a Texas take on a Long Island Iced Tea.)
40 locals recommend
Beehive Restaurant
442 Cedar StLooking for a great Texas steak? Skip Perini's (good but expensive and a long drive) and head downtown to the Beehive. Great steak and killer Texas Teas (a Texas take on a Long Island Iced Tea.)
Coffee
Monks Coffee Shop
233 Cypress StLocally-owned coffee joint with a funky vibe.
Tasty baked goods, great atmosphere, and kind staff.
18 locals recommend
Front Porch Coffee Co. & Bakery
702 N 2nd StTasty baked goods, great atmosphere, and kind staff.
Play!
If you need to get out and do something fun, we are big fans of this locally-owned business. Throwing axes is a great way to have a good time. BYOB.
10 locals recommend
Abilene Axe Company
834 S 2nd StIf you need to get out and do something fun, we are big fans of this locally-owned business. Throwing axes is a great way to have a good time. BYOB.
This place is a local charmer! It's the oldest continuously running mini-golf business in Texas. Strong 1970s vibe. It has a confession stand with snacks and sodas but you can also BYOF and BYOB.
7 locals recommend
Play Faire Park
2300 North 2nd StreetThis place is a local charmer! It's the oldest continuously running mini-golf business in Texas. Strong 1970s vibe. It has a confession stand with snacks and sodas but you can also BYOF and BYOB.