I went to listen to a friend (Jane Rundquist) and her band Too Blue here last weekend. I've been to…read morethis very cool Austin original dive bar a few times over the years and always enjoy the unique decor. It is definitely a classic Austin location that I hope will be around forever! I don't drink beer but they had some great drink specials for those who do. One of my friends was able to get a non-alcoholic beer, the other had a beer, and I had a couple of topo chicos. I think you can also order food there, but we didn't order anything. They also have decent parking options if not in their lot, on the street so we didn't have to walk too far. And I appreciated that Jane was playing at an earlier time. Her band's songs were oldies but goodies and they got several people out on the dance floor! I hope to find myself at Carousel Lounge again soon!

Throw back to the 70s! Awesome Austin dive bar and music venue! We went to see a friend's band…read moreplay. While I've been to many local dive bars, somehow I've missed this one! Shouldn't be overlooked! Not sure anything has changed in 50 years! One man was bartender, cook, bubbles blower, popcorn maker, and friendly welcomer to all who entered or wanted to chat. Very spacious inside. Drink prices are of a bygone era- they only sell beer and wine for alcohol options. Sound equipment was good I'm told. A classic spot.

Basically my home away from home for a few years. Hopefully they still have pool tables and foos…read morein the back. Bartenders were always chill and smoking on the downstairs patio. I do not smoke. Beer is cold. Decent jukebox.

Just popped in here for a couple visits while I was passing through town and it was exactly as…read moreadvertised. Super dark bar, friendly locals and bartenders. There's a few pool tables and everyone's open to a pick up game. I just had beer and the prices were very reasonable.. Parking was a little scarce, but probably because there's also a restaurant right downstairs. But, on the second visit, a Lyft solved that problem.

Today, I dropped in on a social gathering at The Vortex (love the name)! The Vortex is a fun and…read morefunky place - indoor and outdoor spaces. The interior and exterior areas are very much eclectic. This charming little community event is located on Manor Road. Plays and other productions including bands are featured at The Vortex. The group was very welcoming and friendly. The food was a combination of pot luck and prepared foods.

They get stars for having good parking and it seems to be run by volunteers so it won't be…read moreperfect/professional. The seats weren't too comfortable and the arm rest kept snagging my sweater. We watched the Mutt-Cracker. The kids enjoyed the show.

Went to a live concert for a friend of mine. This place is so iconic and I can't believe I have…read morenot been here. Very Austin, good old Austin vibe all around. Drinks are good. Love it.

Neighborhood campus old dive bar. Good music. Awesome pricing. Friendly staff. Parking is sub par…read more. because it's on campus on the drag so you have to find what you can nearby.

I really like the different themed bars connected/associated with Alamo Drafthouse locations…read more I think they drink menus are pretty similar across the different locations as I always get the Pimm's Cup. The decor here is super fun and I really liked the mirrors. Nothing like a fun mirror or two for a couple of laughs. But, here's the thing, when we stopped by it wasn't busy at all. In fact there was another couple that left not long after we arrived and a group of four that arrived a few minutes before we left. I bring this up because this means the bartender wasn't busy. Like at all. Yet seemed annoyed to have to make a drink and chat while doing so. With that said, I might give it another go only because the layout was so great. Maybe if we attend a comedy show we'll have better luck.

This slightly hidden spot is awesome! I almost hate to shout em out because it's like a secret spot…read morehiding in plain sight. Don't get me wrong, it's not speakeasy-ish at all! It's just that people might not realize there's a cool bar inside the Alamo drafthouse in Mueller. It's huge but I've only seen it crowded on comedy show nights. We went in on a Friday night recently and had the huge place to ourselves! They have a full bar with a good selection. The bartenders are stingy with their liquor pours, but that's not a huge issue for me. I bet you can order from the regular Alamo menu which has awesome food! I'll have to try that next time. I don't recommend the comedy shows, but that's just because I don't think saying super offensive shit is funny. If you are good with laughing at things people shouldn't say out loud, then you might love it! I'd rather go on a quiet night when I can hear and laugh at the funny stuff others in my group say. Either way, check it out!

Drinkwell is definitely part of my North Loop Jaunt (every few months I head over to the…read moreneighborhood and hit up my favorite places). They have some of the best cocktails (and mocktails) in Austin. The Positano (mocktail) is crazy good. It's made with N/A limoncello and it's so pretty to look at as well. The gimlet and daiquiri are the bomb as well. You can get snacks too and they are yummy. Love the fries. Great service. Super space.

My friend and I were looking for a centrally located bar to meet up. After a quick Yelp search, I…read morediscovered Drink Well so we decided to give it a try. Parking is limited. There is a small lot out front but it was full. I was able to find street parking on a neighborhood side street right near the bar. Upon walking up, I was immediately greeted by an employee on the patio. She held the door open for me which was super nice. When I walked in, I was given the option of sitting at the bar or a table. They do not take reservations unless your party has 8 or more people. Additionally, this bar is pretty small (38 indoor seats, 20 patio seats). We got there relatively early on a Saturday night. The bartender was really nice and explained some of the cocktails. I started with The Field of Dreams. It was a gin based cocktail with dry vermouth, bergamot, and chamomile bitters. The drink was good, but very strong! I also had a gimlet which is such a classic. It's one of my favorites to order at a craft cocktail bar. My friend had Dove's Cry which was a Mezcal cocktail. I didn't try any, but it looked really good! We didn't order any food, but they do have a small menu. The kitchen closes an hour before the bar closes (currently at 11 pm for the kitchen, 12 am for the bar). The vibe was extremely chill. The music was at a good volume to where we could converse without having to yell at each other. The menu changes seasonally. I'm looking forward to returning to try some of their latest creations.

What a cool concept for fur baby moms, dads and those who like fur babies. You can have adult…read morebeverages while your fur babies tool around the playground to their hearts content. No food is allowed on the actual playground. If you do not have a fur baby, and just want to hang for an hour or two, you can enjoy this interaction with the fur babies. It kind of like when you are an aunt and you spoil your nieces and nephews for a day and then drop off at home. You can get a day pass as low as $12 or you can purchase other packages. This is the type of place you can catch up with a friend or family member in a relaxed, comfortable environment. The Yard Bar grounds are quite large, so plenty of room for your fur babies to roam around.

Good luck to you Kristen! Today is the last day Yard Bar is open after 11 years in business.read more

Live music at night! Seats about 60 people a perfectly intimate venue. More faculty in the audience…read morethan students, typically.

The Cactus Cafe is such a cool bar on the UT campus! It is only open during shows. I came here for…read morejazz night, and my friend and I were the only college students. Everyone else was very old. The venue is very intimate with chairs surrounding a tiny stage. It was a fun time, and I had a delicious ruby drop cocktail for $9. The bartenders were really nice, and mine helped me pick a drink that I would like.