Upstairs at Caroline sits above the Caroline complex on Congress Avenue in downtown Austin, styled as an urban backyard party rather than a sit-down restaurant. Cocktails and koozied beers are the default order, brisket tacos and chips cover the food side, and the space is stocked with giant Jenga, Foosball, and cornhole for whenever the game on TV isn't enough.
The crowd leans heavily toward visiting travelers and tourists alongside locals, drawn in by downtown views, an open-air layout, and a staff regulars have come to know by name. It's built for lingering over drinks and games rather than a quick meal.
The crowd leans heavily toward visiting travelers and tourists alongside locals, drawn in by downtown views, an open-air layout, and a staff regulars have come to know by name. It's built for lingering over drinks and games rather than a quick meal.