We've filled you in on the best places to watch a Longhorn game if you can't make it to Darrell K Royal Stadium this fall, and now we're sharing a few of our favorite ways to prepare for game day in Austin. If you’re headed to DKR Stadium for a Longhorn game, be sure to dress your best, experience local bars and eateries in the area and stop by a few notable tailgates on your way to the stadium.
SHOP
Typical game day fashion includes plenty of burnt orange for Texas Longhorns – And you can’t forget the boots!
- Longhorn Fashions - 709 W 22nd St Unit 116 | (512) 584-8001 | Website
- Adelante - 1206 W 38th St Unit 4104 | (512) 452-5322 | Website
- Luxe Apothetique - Various Locations | Website
- The Co-Op - 2246 Guadalupe St | (512) 476-7211 | Website
- Allen’s Boots - 1522 S Congress Ave | (512) 447-1413 | Website
- Texas Custom Boots - 1601 S 1st St | (512) 981-5777 | Website
EAT
Whether you have a hankerin' for Texas BBQ, Mexican or some campus eats, these restaurants are bound to be crawling with fans on game day.
- Texas Chili Parlor - 1409 Lavaca St | (512) 472-2828
- Kerbey Lane Café - 2606 Guadalupe St | (512) 477-5717 | Website
- Plucker’s Wing Bar - 2222 Rio Grande St | (512) 469-9464 | Website
- Space 24 Twenty - 2420 Guadalupe St | (512) 472-1621 | Website
- The Carillon - 1900 University Ave | (512) 404-3655 | Website
- Freedmen’s - 2402 San Gabriel St | (512) 220-0953 | Website
DRINK
Cheers to game day with fellow Longhorn fans at one of these nearby bars and pubs before heading out to tailgate.
- Scholz - 1607 San Jacinto Blvd | (512)474-1958 | Website
- Cain & Abel’s - 2313 Rio Grande St | (512) 476-3201 | Website
- The Local Pub & Patio - 2610 Guadalupe St | (512) 478-2337 | Website
- Hole in the Wall - 2538 Guadalupe St | (512) 477-4747 | Website
- Gabriel’s Cafe - 1900 University Ave | (512) 404-1900
OFFICIAL UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS TAILGATES
Tried-and-true Texas Longhorn tailgates hosted by the University for members of alumni organizations and clubs.
- Alumni Center Tailgate - Website
Admission: Free for members, one free guest, additional guests $5 each. Fee of $10 for non-members. - UT Club Tailgate Tent - Website
Admission: 6th Floor Club opens two hours in advance for Executive Members and 3 hours in advance for Regular Members - Legends Club - Website
Admission: Free for Member
WRISTBAND-ONLY TAILGATES
These semi-official tailgates require a donation and wristband for admittance.
- Longhorn Tailgaters - 17th & San Jacinto | Website
Admission: join@longhorntailgaters.com - Horn-Ball Texas Tailgaters - MLK Blvd & San Jacinto Blvd | Website
Admission: Purchase tickets in advance
UNOFFICIAL TAILGATES
Most tailgates are open to the public and take place surrounding the stadium, hosted by campus organizations, alumni and local businesses. The best way to tailgate is to see what you stumble into!
- 17th and Congress Tailgate Crew - 17th & Congress Ave | Website
Admission: Free
TEXAS GAME DAY TIPS
Come Early, Be Loud, Stay Late, Wear Orange.
Bags should be clear plastic and not exceed 12”x6”x12”.
Hydrate before the game–Alcohol is now sold inside DKR Stadium.
Never miss a game! See our post about every football schedule to follow this fall for a printable Longhorn football schedule. If you aren’t able to make it to DKR Stadium, be sure to enjoy game day with fellow Longhorns at a few of these fan-favorite spots around Austin.
