Five star dive bar to be sure. This is the quintessential dive bar experience... right down to the…read moreaggressive in your face patrons. Haven't had an experience like this since my HS and or college days. Floor is sticky there's a cheap pool table, drinks are cheap and people are loud and obnoxious. What's not to like.

I'm genuinely disappointed writing this review…read more On Sunday night, I stopped into 3rd Street Dive and had a great time. The bartender was snarky, but it felt ironic and playful -- classic dive bar energy. No issues at all. I even suggested we return Monday night with coworkers. For context, multiple bartenders at the first bar we visited that evening warned us not to go to 3rd Street Dive due to past negative experiences. I brushed it off because my Sunday visit had been fun and I thought they just didn't like the dive bar vibe. Monday was a completely different story. The bartender was openly hostile from the start -- yelling and swearing at customers, aggressively confronting people for briefly being on their phones, and creating a tense, uncomfortable environment. Demanding no one stand at the bar while we were trying to pay our tab. The situation escalated when he intentionally and aggressively threw a drink on one of my coworkers. This was not an accidental spill in a packed bar. It was deliberate. At that point, it stopped being "dive bar attitude" and started feeling volatile and unsafe. There's a difference between edgy and unprofessional. Sunday felt edgy. Monday felt unpredictable and uncomfortable. Louisville has too many great spots to risk spending your evening somewhere that could escalate like that. I hope ownership takes a serious look at what's happening behind the bar. I won't be returning.

What a hidden gem of a place. I Was here several months ago when the transition was just starting,…read moreand wow they've done a lot! New carpet, new tables & chairs, and everything been's cleaned. There's also 2 pool tables. Both times we were served by Leelle and she's so personable and fun! We had burgers & fries. The burger was fantastic- perfectly cooked, caramelized onions, jalapeños , honey drizzle. A perfect sweet heat. The crinkle fries were fresh, crispy & hot. Prices are very reasonable and portions are generous.

Bartender was amazing, and the food that Joe prepared was delicious! will definitely be coming back…read moreto this amazing atmosphere!

So, I visited Mag Bar with my adult kids kind of as a jokey dare…read more We sat at the bar and had a cocktail, chatted with the really cool bartender, did some people watching, visited the back patio, and documented the mind-blowing bathroom graffiti. I felt old and young all at the same time. I hope this place is always here.

What a great dive! I come here pretty frequently for shows and the atmosphere is always so great!…read more Most recently saw Pravus Warlord and the entire show was phenomenal! Free earplugs, strong drinks, and plenty of head banging. Genuinely the mosh pit here is always popping, and of course everyone remembers their mosh etiquette as people will help you up if you fall, and ask if you're okay if you seem hurt. I'm the friend that holds everyone's glasses and watches from the side though so if moshing isn't your thing, still come for the music and punk vibes. (I personally love watching people express themselves through moshing, I think it's such a beautiful raw expression of emotions!) The bar area has a few booths but is pretty small, but the back room where the shows are held is pretty spacious but fills up quickly. There's also a back patio! Ultimately, Mag bar is a great spot for a show, a drink, and some good ass music.

I love dive bars, and this is a great one! Drinks are very reasonably priced, service was fast and…read morefriendly. I tried their famous Iceberg drink, and it was fantastic! They have a HH 4-6 every day they are open- even on weekends! I love it.

I've seen and passed this place a few times. I decided to spontaneously go in for a visit on a…read moreSaturday night. I wasn't charged a cover but was carded, they had a DJ there that night. This place is 21 and up as far as I know. I sat at the bar and got prompt service. They have a selection of local and big name beer as well as their signature cocktail and shot. I had an opportunity to try the Sweet Tart shot which was pretty good. Bar service was excellent. Only downside, no food other than bags of chips. This is a cool little spot with different seating options and a small patio outside. They do have movie nights here on weekends, follow their Facebook for what's playing. I definitely will return here. It's definitely a great fun adult atmosphere.

Local bar, I would call it a beer and a shot type of place. A few tables inside and a patio out…read morefront somewhat unique configuration on the bar there are no barstools at the bar ? Apparently they have karaoke most nights? Service was quick and friendly.

Fun dive bar in Bonnycastle area. They have karaoke 6 nights a week and dang is it LOUD! I don't…read morelike having to yell at the bartender to be heard. Beer is reasonable $2.50 for a longneck domestic. A few other options but limited selection- exactly as one expects at little bars like this. No food, which is a bummer. Taking a star off because while the bar is smoke free (yay!) there are a few tables outside in front of the door that are usually occupied so one still has to wall through smoke to get inside.

It was my first time visiting Louisville, along with many friends and colleagues on a work trip…read more Hideaway became more or less our "spot," or at least where we started our evenings. Good drinks, the staff curates a really cool and welcoming environment, and the vibes are just delightful. Absolutely love the setup of the back patio with the string lights. Didn't get the chance to check up the upstairs, but hope to whenever I end up back in the city!

Cheap Jell-O shots, strong drinks and the entertainment of watching people play video games - what…read moreelse could you want for a fun date night!?

I had gone to this eccentric bar for their free crawfish night sponsored by Moondog, such a great…read moreexperience! When first entering I notice that it's filled with decor and just something to look at, at every corner. The service at the bar is quick & all the way to the back outdoors is where they had their event with the boil and chill people that would chat with anyone. I was apprehensive about going alone, but it was such great exposure therapy especially since everyone was so kind & talkative! When I went up to get my serving I didn't know seasoning it was even an option, but I got it each time!! They scooped a generous amount for me & tossed it in a Vietnamese chili sauce, it was phenomenal. I've never eaten it that way before, but glad to experience it! The servings were huge & they allowed me to get 3 helpings!!! When talking with the locals I was told they do free dinners numerous nights, and would love to visit again! Such a great time!

Its too bad that I am likely moving away from Louisville. As I have found myself a dive bar that I…read moreTRULY love. My daughter was visiting so we decided to do a dive bar crawl. Atmosphere is perfect dive bar. But was amazed that when I ordered a Manhattan, came in a nick and nora glass and pretty sure she used Cochi Torino for the vermouth! Very unexpected and was one of the best drinks I have had in Louisville. Wife ordered a gimlet that was awesome. Looking forward to going back!

The hours listed said they opened at 10. We arrived around 10:30 and even though we could see…read moresomeone inside, the doors were locked and they ignored us. Might be a good place if they opened the doors. ‍

Word on the Street is this is Louisville's oldest bar. I believe I was told it was built in 1934,…read morewow!!! It's located right next to Bowman Field as well. It was not very crowded for a Saturday night. I only ordered bottled beer because I wasn't sure how the staff was with mixing drinks. I'm sure they are good I'm just skeptical. Phil the bartender was very friendly and talkative and told me a little bit about the place. I think the building is very cool and I love anything vintage. I will say some things need to be updated and such. And there is a stale smoke smell in the place and I have heard it does smell like that. Overall I like how vintage it looked. I will return here but, not on a regular basis. They do sell merch here if you ever wanted anything from Louisville's oldest bar. Drinks are reasonably priced especially bottled beer.

Great place to go out and have a good times with friends bug dance floor great bandsread more

Service was outstanding. Nikki was nothing short of awesome. If we ever come back, we'll…read moredefinitely be paying her a visit!

This is a quaint quiet little bar that we stumbled upon while waiting on my car to be fixed. It's a…read morefull bar with also an espresso machine. The service was great and friendly! They have a pool table and an outside patio area. We will be back!

Great little bar with friendly and welcoming service, in a cool neighborhood, check it outread more