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Boni's Bar Next Door

South Austin’s Cozy Tapas Hideaway Serving Bold Spanish-Flavored Cocktails

Cocktail BarHappy hour
Boni's Bar Next Door

What to know

Boni's Bar Next Door opened to bring a pocket of Spanish-inspired conviviality to Bouldin Creek, translating classic tapas culture into a South Austin setting. The concept focuses on approachable, well-executed small plates paired with inventive cocktails that nod to Spain while embracing local ingredients. By prioritizing conversation-friendly seating and a lively bar program, the restaurant aims to be the kind of neighborhood spot people return to weekly. Its arrival matters because it fills a niche for casual, flavor-forward dining that celebrates sharing and community.

Ingredient provenance

Sourcing & house-made

together, boni’s and lenoir (celebrating 14 years in 2026) feel like a small farm-to-table village tucked into the heart of the city—holding onto that laid-back, old austin vibe in a neighborhood that’s always changing.explicit local

together, boni’s and lenoir (celebrating 14 years in 2026) feel like a small farm-to-table village tucked into the heart of the city—holding onto that laid-back, old austin vibe in a neighborhood that’s always changing.

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