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.

I was really excited to try this place, but unfortunately we had a very disappointing experience…read morewith the service. We came in yesterday about an hour and a half before a dinner reservation nearby to meet friends for a couple of drinks. I was very upfront with the host that we were a group of six, only planning to have drinks, and had a specific timeframe. She seated us on a couch and chairs right behind the host stand. We waited about 30 minutes before our server came over, which we were okay with. He took our drink order (didn't write anything down, but repeated it back), and the cocktails sounded great, so we were excited. However, after placing the order, we waited nearly another 30 minutes with no drinks. At that point, we were getting close to our dinner reservation and hadn't seen our server at all. I went up to another host (not the one who seated us) to ask about the status. She said she would check, but when she came back, she just smiled and didn't give us any update. Another 10 minutes passed, and my mother-in-law went up to her again and said we would need to cancel the drinks if they hadn't been made, since it had now been over an hour and we had reservations elsewhere. Still, no clear response or communication. At that point, we had to leave and were already running late. As we were walking out, the server finally came over and told us he had been planning to comp the drinks because of the delay, but that someone bumped into him and spilled all of them. Honestly, that explanation didn't feel believable. He was completely dry, and both my husband and I have worked in food and beverage. We understand mistakes happen, but this didn't add up. It felt much more likely that the order was forgotten and no one wanted to be honest about it. The space itself is beautiful, but the lack of communication and accountability was frustrating. Experiences like this make it hard to want to return. That said, if the situation had been handled differently, with honesty or even a simple acknowledgment it would have gone a long way. Unfortunately, as it stands, this visit left a pretty negative impression.

We came here with friends for dinner on a Saturday night and sat on the patio…read more The spot is the cutest! It's sort of a retro-fitted old house. There is a large outdoor space and a very classy indoor area. I tried the burrata appetizer and it was nice! Everyone else's dishes looks great. The Baked Banana Pudding was the perfect sugary finish - we split between us four. Prices are a tad on the expensive side but the quality makes up for it. ($11-$18 for small plates, $22-$42 entree) The staff were lovely.

View as amazing and service was great! We will go back again especially since they were more…read moreaccommodating then most placed I looked into.

Beautiful view with delicious drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and bites. Valentina…read moreprovided excellent service. Thank you!

Want a great night out? In no particular order... grab a cocktail at Butterfly Bar, watch a quirky…read moreshow at Vortex and then chow down on some delicious Italian food at Patrizi's! Butterfly Bar is a chill spot with plenty of outdoor seating. The staff is always super kind and helpful. Their cocktails are also delicious! If you look around, you may also spot one of their resident cats. This spot is a neighborhood staple!

Stopped by the Vortex and tried one of their mocktails, speaking just to the non-alcoholic part of…read morethe menu, it wasn't the most memorable I've had. I ordered a passionfruit drink that ended up being pretty simple flavor-wise and at a little over $10 with tip for a small glass, it felt a bit steep for what it was. That said, the interior is definitely fun and worth noting. It has a cool saloon-style that makes the space unique and full of personality.

I've been coming here for the last few years and have never written a review. Guess I was busy…read morehaving fun. I dig this spot because it's truly a local, neighborhood bar. No frills but it's clean and comfortable with a nice deck. Great beer and cocktail selection. Friendly service.

Im from out of town and Met up with an old friend who lives outside of Austin and someon le she…read moreknew recommended this spot. On a Saturday afternoon this was a classic true to nature dive live music bar. Very chill, great prices, and really excellent live music ! I could've hung here all day and night!

This kava bar is a tranquil space with soothing decor and comfortable seating. You can prop up one…read moreof the couches or choose to sit at a table. The cafe felt like a haven completely shielded form the busy construction outside, on a very hot summer day. The attendant at the bar was very friendly and coffee was strong. They serve appetizers and pizza in the evenings.

The people here are really friendly. Clearly attracts some regulars so it has a nice neighborhood…read morevibe. It's nice to have non-alcoholic options. The vibe is more coworking than nighttime, and the kava is pretty pricey.

HAPPY HOUR DEAL IS HERE!!! What an amazing happy hour!! We got a bunch of bites to share and it was…read moreonly $19 per person. Their truffle burgers are $12 and it is delicious! The dips, brussel sprouts, spicy rigatoni are delicated made and very flavorful. This is added to my list of good happy hour food spots to go to!

Oh wow, I dig the vibe. Though they get busy, it's not mad-crazy and in fact I'd rather relaxing,…read morecomfortable, welcoming, and cozy. The decor has a romantic vibe with the low-lighting, furnishings, and accessories. They have fun events like salsa and Cumbia nights, deejays, etc. I've not had anything from the food menu and do need to make sure to check it out next time. I saw some of the dishes coming out and they looked really good. The craft cocktails are really good too. Aphrodite's Pop=made with rosemary gin. OMG! The boyfriend likes the DMC Oldie=a take on the Old Fashioned. The N/A Gimlet rocks. Happy Hour every Tues-Sat (5-630 pm)=half off cocktails!! Friendly and sweet service.

Did you know before The Aristocrat Lounge there was the Poodle Dog Lounge? One and the same…read more This is the epitome of an Austin dive with all the things you know and love about this type of bar. Cheap(er) drinks, live music (one of my friends and his band play here often, always a good time), yummy frozens, and activities. Activities, you ask? How about darts, pool, and shuffleboard for activities? How about, yes! Great front and back outdoor patio spaces. All around cool vibes.

The Aristocrat Lounge is a no-frills dive bar on Burnet. Inside you'll find pool tables, the…read moreoccasional live band, and a small outdoor patio in the back. The vibe is super casual, and the drinks are cheap and strong. Weirdly, kids are allowed here, which kind of throws off the atmosphere. Service is mediocre, but what more can you expect? It's a dive bar...

Liz and Erica were great! I had not been here before and they made suggestions from the menu,…read moreoffered me an appetizer selection, and helped me feel welcome. The scenes from the balcony were great and the bar area was clean. The dim lighting and modern touches were perfect for a relaxing night after a long conference day. Thanks Liz and Erica! I will definitely be back when I am back in Austin--which is often.

I visited Bar AC a handful of times from its opening to before all the COVID madness shut it down…read moreand I've got to say that it's more than just a hotel bar; it's a chill spot for locals to feel at home with a cocktail in hand, too. Since it was new, it wasn't ever too crowded so getting (and keeping!) the attention of the bartender wasn't ever an issue. They have so many cute specials that I hope make a comeback when they do, like... Pass the Porrón everyday at 6pm! As is tradition in Spain (or so they tell me), the porrón (a drinking vessel created long ago as a way to share wine with friends) is passed around with a little white wine for everyone to indulge in (so you don't stain yourself trying to get it in your mouth!). Weekday Happy Hour from 4-6pm, where you can save yourself $2 on all wines by the glass. There's also $5 specialty cocktails that rotate every day of the week and then $5 select tapas. On Mondays, they offer half off wines by the glass after 6pm and on Tuesdays, half off all tapas starting at 6pm. There's a little balcony that wraps around the outside on the 3rd floor (I believe), so you can catch a beautiful sunset or just hang out inside with the velvet accents and library-esque vibe.

Excellent vibes. It combines the crowd and aesthetics of a proper dive bar with a slightly more…read moreupscale lounge vibe. Very nice staff and very clean. The late night food is very good and was a nice surprise. Drinks are okay, I'd stick to the basics here. It can get a bit crowded on weekends.

This is a great neighborhood spot near me that I love to check out. The service is always friendly,…read morethey have great seating and the food and drinks are really tasty and affordable. Everything I've tried has been good, but I especially liked the cauliflower and the mapo tofu.