Local watering hole that has multiple awards for “ best cocktail bar “ to “ best bar “ by local and national critics.
Very laid back vibe with a down to earth bar staff. Detroit style coneys, old school crinkle fries, Detroit style chili crinkle fries, wings, sliders and more!
Pet friendly
“Karaoke/Dive-Bar Lovers.“
Karaoke, live music and live comedy are held here.
Karaoke is done here nightly with over 40,000 songs.
Just to inform first timers, this bar is one of the only bars that allows smoking but is very well ventilated.
By only offering regular simple bar snack such as chips & peanuts. You are allowed to bring in your own food.
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“Bold Texas flavors using local purveyors to create their food and creative cocktail menus“
A main goal here is to bring family, friends, Austin locals/Out of Towner’s together to simply enjoy their time together with delicious Texas infused cuisines, super ice cold draft beers ( local and imported), wine ( local and around the world) and craft cocktails!
You can find games throughout for families and friends to enjoy. Such as board games, shuffle board, etc. plus 15 TV’s!
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Gluten Free
“The Greatest Honky Tonk In Austin."
No line dancing here, just good old fashion two step’n with live music and an outside taco truck serving tacos, burgers, nachos and more!
Check out their website to see their calendar featuring great “old school country” live music, two step lessons, even your cover charge on certain nights and more!
The best part is that you will enjoy the people there that you will meet!
A variety of people come here to smile, laugh and dance!
Guess that’s what happens when you combine great music, dancing, drinks and food!
Another one of Austin’s fun speakeasies that as the name says, is hidden in an actual parking garage on Colorado St. Beautiful lay out with marble countertops in a nice elegant atmosphere that’s great for date night or just to relax and hangout with friends and coworkers. Excellent cocktail menu with fun and creative drinks and names to go along with them.
“Neighborhood Tavern Offering Good Ol’ Comfort Grub.“
As they say, “ Why go downtown when you can Hideout “
They have been awarded “ TOP BURGER “ in Austin and have some killer house favorites!
They can also accommodate you by offering catering for special events, host your party and even Pub Crawls.
Outdoor patio, jukebox with 100 discs, projection TV, multiple TVs, pinball and video games!
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Set up in a 1885 firehouse which is not just a speakeasy. It also is a hostel for travelers with a newly renovated community kitchen and quarters right in the heart of downtown Austin. To get to the bar, it’s hidden behind a bookshelf in the lobby. You will enjoy house cocktails and prohibition style cocktails made by very talented mixologist.
“ Award Winning Cocktail Bar and Event Venue “
In a unique building with multilevel floors, the downstairs dining room and an upstairs Mezzanine area. Having a serious cocktail and classy culinary menu, they also pride themselves on good old fashion customer hospitality. You can reserve a table or even spots at the bar through their website which is hyperlinked from here, SMC.
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Gluten free
“Restaurant, Bar & Gaming“
This place has an “ All in one “ concept!
Variety of games for kids and adults, video games, bowling, award-winning food, craft cocktails, karaoke and a indoor 9-hole Putt!
On the weekends they offer a fantastic brunch menu as well as all the fun!
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Gluten Free
Vegetarian
Set up in a very cool looking old house on popular Rainey street. That has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating which has two full bars, one inside and an outdoor for our convenience. House made craft cocktails using fresh fruit and combing them with local craft liquors make this place a local gem. Texas beers on draft, outdoor games, hammocks and your dogs get bowls of water ( must be leashed.
Pet friendly
“Karaoke & Sports Grill."
This neighborhood spot has just about everything under one roof.
Offering a full bar, darts/dart tournaments, karaoke, nightly games like music bingo, food menu and happy hour on drinks and food!
They also host PPV events!
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A rustic crazy cool looking craft cocktail bar with a western/punk rock look with an outdoor patio.
Which has a drink menu inspired by Quentin Tarantino’s films!
Very laid back atmosphere where the bar staff are serving beautiful and delicious cocktails located only 8 minutes from downtown Austin!
Prices are very reasonable for what they create and staff are extremely friendly and helpful to guide you through their menu.
Also serving food on site by GOLDEN TIGER making creative burgers, chicken & fries!
A local gem and hangout with a great rotating cocktail menu that also has a great beer and small food plates selections as well.
Their “ Drink Well burger “ with Tx wagyu beef patty, house made onion ash aioli on French bread bun and house cut fries was really good! The small plate options make great for sharing. Classic and House cocktail menu, excellent happy hour with a super friendly staff and outdoor seating available.
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Pet friendly
Gluten free
Two floors of music where locals and visitors go to drink, dance and slide down slides!
There is a slide from the second floor and aquariums through the walls!
They offer “ Fish Bowls “ shareable cocktails that are served, well in fish bowls!
They have three different sized fish bowls that are shareable which serves from 2-4+ people!
Ok..... true speakeasy!
On their website, which you can get through here, you can reserve a spot.
The fantastic reviews are on point about the cool, rustic atmosphere and the amazing detail cocktails.
The bar staff takes their time and pride in making each crafted cocktail using fresh ingredients and techniques.
“All in one stop with a locally sourced culinary menu as well as a carefully selected craft cocktail, beer and wine selection menu“
Highly respected chef and owner has created a seasonally rotated menu for brunch, lunch, dinner and has taken focus to the kids menu as well!
The neighborhood love is found here throughout their menu and staff!
Excellent wine selection, handcrafted cocktails and the atmosphere here can make for a perfect “ any time occasion “.
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Gluten free
A former house that has been transformed into this local cocktail hangout.Offering indoor and outdoor seating while you are enjoying classic and creative cocktails. They play host to live music mainly playing blues, soul, jazz and bluegrass music.
“ One of the Austin’s oldest bars on Rainey St. with a pull up food truck “
Locals have been coming here for years to just hang out and is known to be a local dive spot.
Food trucks are amazing and matched with a very reasonable priced drink menu!
It’s based in a converted house which adds on to why it’s a favorite local hangout with plenty of outdoor seating and TVs.
Pet friendly
“Last Of The True Texas Dancehalls.”
Since 1964 this Austin iconic dancehall has attracted many country artists and celebrities!
An historic dancehall with live county music, super friendly staff with Texas hospitality!
This dance hall is also a full restaurant that serves “old school“ Texas plates!
On their website they offer dance lessons on certain nights as well as live music!