We live in a time of innovation. Nothing reflects our creative culture more than the recycling movement. People turn seemingly useless things into useful things.

The movement that has turned old or new shipping containers into buildings proves this trend. Keep reading to learn about the top shipping container restaurants in Texas. 

Shipping Container Restaurants

Innovators have used shipping containers creatively since their inception in the early 1950s. Shipping container restaurants exemplify this movement. Restauranteers select either new shipping containers for sale or used shipping containers for sale to create an urban feel. 

The Container Bar

The Container Bar in Austin features multiple containers stacked on top of each other to create the urban vibe container bars are known for. Bridget Dunlap, the creator of Container Bar, turned used shipping containers for sale into one of the hippest places in Austin. 

The bar features a multi-colored structure with open patios. Thrillest magazine named The Container Bar among the ten openings that won winter in Austin. 

Burleson Yard Beer Garden

The Burleson Yard Beer Garden in San Antonio is another clever use of shipping containers. While it does not have the stacked look and features of the Container Bar, it does have the simplicity and open spaces. 

The Beer Garden takes advantage of San Antonio’s beautiful year-round weather by taking its patrons outside for live music and cold drinks. Reviewers note the relaxed atmosphere with hammocks spread throughout the venue and just a great place to chill out with friends. 

Burleson’s focuses on the simplicity of being a cargo container restaurant. They spend time and energy on the look of their yard rather than the interior of the restaurant. They have games like ping pong and bocce ball or whatever else customers can come up with to relax while they enjoy a craft brew. 

Island Joe’s

Island Joe’s in North Padre island prides itself on the atmosphere they’ve created by stacking ten shipping containers. The coffee shop that serves both hot and cold drinks attempted to create a family-friendly place where people can foster relationships. 

The father-son duo of Bryan and Andrew Tumlinson use their coffee shop to benefit others as well. A part of Island Joe’s profits helps to fund a feeding program set up in the Dominican Republic. So you can feed the world as you enjoy their cool atmosphere and foster relationships.

Powder Keg

The Powder Keg in Houston was build by fully customizing and modifying shipping containers. This cargo container restaurant works more like a big backyard with refreshments. They serve food and drinks while you play sand volleyball or just hang out with your friends. 

Shaping Up Shipping Containers

Shipping container restaurants are making their mark in the restaurant business. They provide a cool vibe and save restauranteers money by limiting their construction costs. 

Maybe you’re dreaming of opening your own cargo container business. If you have questions about new cargo containers, used cargo containers, or shipping container modification services,please contact us