We stopped in and had the fig Old Fashion and an expresso martini. The bartender was professional and polite, and he gave a master class on making drinks. read more

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This place raises "the bar", and "ipic" it as my choice for where to drink and watch a movie in Austin. This is a very interesting movie theatre, which I hadn't really ever seen before, although I've heard that Los Angeles has plenty of movie theatres like this. It's basically all about comfort, and you pay a very high premium for that. Comfortable gorgeous seats, and expensive food items, and all that stuff, and it's more like going to a luxury restaurant than it is going to a movie theatre. But having said all of that, it's not exactly the most well-kept version of this, and I'm sure when it was brand new it was even a little nicer. I'm a fan of the concept, even though this one is a little dated in some ways, and a little expensive all the ways, but then all of them are expensive and so I wasn't expecting anything else. Still it's a really nice concept and I hope they're able to keep it going, and I'd like to have it become more popular, because it's kind of a cool idea to watch a movie in complete luxury. All I need is for a budget one of these to show up, and I'll be golden. read more

The Bar at IPIC Theaters - Ipic some other place to hang out - Lounges Near Me - Austin, Texas

The cost of dinner and a movie at a theater of iPic's caliber makes choosing the venue a proposition that is an investment of entertainment money you have to carefully consider. Which is why the Bar at iPic Theaters is such a great fallback as a place to relax in the iPic style at a fraction of the cost of dining in the theater. The seating and surroundings are comfortable and never feel overly crowded even on busy days. There are a couple of pool tables and plenty of screens with sports on to watch from several different, comfortable seating positions. I've always received fast, friendly service here as well. The drinks here are worth the price they ask. Their ingredients such as syrups and bitters are often made in house. The wine list is better rounded than some restaurants, especially the sparkling wines. There are some very creative and tasty items on the apps menu if you crave a bite as well. read more

The Bar at IPIC Theaters - Hot toddy. Best I've ever had! - Lounges Near Me - Austin, Texas

We came here for a yelp event. Their farm-to-bar concept is really great! We both got their "Norma Jeane" which is vodka-spiked strawberry lemonade. It's SUPER good. Can't even taste the vodka BUT YOU CAN FEEL IT ;-) Definitely my kind of drink. I'm interested in coming back and checking out some of the other drinks like their twist on the classic old fashioned and manhattan. Something that I really liked other than the drinks themselves is that the bar doesn't feel like an afterthought. It was a cool place to hang out on it's own even if you didn't have a movie to go to. Makes you wonder if it's a movie theater with a bar in front or a bar with a movie theater in back. Either way your date will be impressed. #datenight read more

The Bar at IPIC Theaters - Salt, fancy salt, sugar... FANCY SUGAR for your drink rim! - Lounges Near Me - Austin, Texas

Despite it being a little on the pricey side (Those mixed drinks will damage the wallet), this lounge is a really chic place to hang out if you happen to be at the Domain. Fantastic atmosphere thanks to some excellent lighting, comfy seating and a very modern look. On the plus side, if you're going to watch a movie..This place offers some of the best food I've ever had at a hybrid lounge/movie theater. Take my advice and try those chicken wing spring rolls- absolutely incredible concept, even better executed. Also tried the burger sliders and pizza, although I didn't care much for their thai shrimp flavore one, try the traditional toppings instead. Staff was incredibly friendly and attentive the entire time, and made us feel at home. Great place to go chill out. read more

I love the setting of ipic, don't love the price but I get it. Recently it seems that a seat or two is either wonky or broken in some way. So reclining and relaxing is a little awkward. But the staff is good the food is good. And over all I like the privacy of the two side by side seats. read more

Come to your movie early and enjoy the lounge. Good food, great drink selection; pool, Sports on TV. This is one if the perks of coming to iPic. Whenever I am going to see a flick at iPic I try to come at least an hour early so I can hit the Salt Lounge and enjoy myself, unwind and get ready for my film. They cocktails offered are Unique - many of them custom signature drinks. They have a great selection of wines, both by the glass or bottle. You can hit the bar or the rotary wine bar and best of all, you can take whatever you've ordered into the film with you when it starts. The menu is as well available to you as your enjoy your movie. I really am spoiled now and never go see movies anywhere else because no matter where I try there is no comparison. Even if you're not looking to see a film, the S Lounge is a great spot to grab a quick drink or two and hang with friends. Ya - I'm a fan! read more

Food is pricey, drinks are ok, great place to watch your favorite team lose on a million screens. It's a movie theater bar. Went last night to watch the Texans game...need to get rid of that memory. My friend and I sat down in the bar area in front of the pool tables. We were greeted by a waitress named Tabitha. She didn't seem to want to bring us a menu at first but then decided to give us just one because we really wanted it? In any case our drinks were brought out and we ordered. The waitress seemed busy so we moved to the bar... Grilled chicken on a stick was very dry. The steak cubes were good and the tater tots were pretty awesome. The waitress took off the grilled chicken because it was difficult to eat. Overall, like the Texans, great potential but cannot execute well enough to get a win. I believe my next venture here will only be for a movie as I did not care enough for the service with most entres averaging $15 a plate. read more

The soft pretzels are delicious here and I think the environment is very good. I would say overall the bar is much better than the iPic theater itself. When you go to the theater if you don't get the upgraded seats you have to order your food and bring it in yourself so I feel like it's better to just go eat food at the bar and go to a different less expensive movie theater if you were going to do that. I don't go this bar all the time but it's a cool place to meet friends and have a snack, meal or drinks. I especially like all of the little garnishes they have at the bar for the different types of drinks. The soft pretzels are really good with the mustard and cheese dips. read more

I went to the Salt bar with some friends. We ordered some appetizers. I'm pretty sure it was the potato skins, because about 20 minutes later I was in the bathroom throwing up my dinner. At least the bathrooms were clean. The potato skins were pretty greasy, but I'm surprised at how fast that hit me. I didn't want to make a big scene, and was looking for something on the menu to calm my stomach. Maybe something with rice or veggies? Something bland? No, everything here is just greasy junk food. Even the Alamo has some healthy options. I haven't tried the theater but it sounds expensive, and probably lacks the wonderful irreverence of the Drafthouse. And I'm never touching those potato skins again! read more

I was incredibly excited to try this place. I was even considering it for a company Happy Hour, but was hesitant because I had never been there. I tried calling to gain more info and it was impossible getting someone on the phone or to call me back. When someone finally did call back, it was very basic info that wasn't very helpful. I decided to go out one evening with my boyfriend to check the place out. We walked in, excited to try some speciality martinis, and a woman working there greeted us, but rushed by. It wasn't even crowded. We decided to seat ourselves at a table near the bar, hoping someone would come take our order....15 minutes later, as more waiters flew by us without a word, we decided to leave. It's a bummer...if this place IS good...their service/wait staff certainly isn't. :-/ Ah well... read more

I miss this place. Yes, it's pricey but great location, drinks, and food. Try the angus sliders and truffle fries. The drinks are delicious and can also come in a martini shaker if you are watching a movie. Definitely a plus! Also pretty good is the pepperoni pizza. Not your average, greasy pepperoni pizza at movie theaters. read more

Love this theatre because I get to sit in comfy chairs with a pillow and blanket + free popcorn. Nice people, but today I waited for an hour plus for my Caesar salad to come out. Not sure what happened but they need to speed it up. Also the I don't recommend ordering the Caesar salad. read more

Great place to grab a drink. Cool atmosphere, NFL ticket, free pool, lots of big screen tv's to watch all the best sports. $2 draft beers during NFL games and .50 wings. read more

Fun Lounge with Pool Tables, excellent buffalo wings and egg rolls! Peter our bartender was awesome! I highly recommend Salt Lounge - from the food, to the service and everything in between. I love it! :) read more

My bartender Barry took amazing care of me, came in not feeling so great and totally lifted my day. Recommended the most perfect cocktail of his own recipe, got too me the second I sat at the bar. When my drink came low he was there instantly asking if I would like another, or if I had another recommendation or a different recommendation of his own. Barry took the best care of me I've had in the longest time I'm fully satisfied with his service, AND IM A SERVER IN THE SERVICE INDUSTRY. Killed it bartending. If you have a chance too get served by Barry, be ready too leave with a smile. My Saturday was totally lifted by him, and himself alone. Couldn't of left in a more positive, absolutely optimistic mood. read more

A dark and slightly more sophisticated atmosphere. Food is good but expensive. I stop by here often, but usually just for happy hour or when they have specials going on. The buffalo rolls and the sliders are my favorite. I've always received excellent service there, though I go enough that I know most of the people there. A good place to watch NFL, especially since they always do drink and appetizer specials on game days. read more

I am so ridiculously impressed with this place. The food was spectacular and the drinks are amazing. The staff was also really cool to talk to. I can promise you that once word gets out about this place it will be PACKED. read more

It's nice but it is way overpriced. In a crunch it can be ok but the food is subpar. I had the sliders for take out and they were not good at all. I have eat there once before and it was ok. Once I was there and there was a rowdy classless bunch (aggressive and loud, about to fight) and pretty much no none did anything. It might be fun to be have a drink there again but nothing drives me to walk over; and I live across the street. read more

Service is always good. Obviously your best best is to get a drink at the HH prices and bring it in to your movie. They have pool tables too if you want to get there early and play a bit before a movie. The ambiance is nice, just like iPic. I wouldn't come here to eat on purpose but definitely for drinks. read more

This area sucks. The wait time is horrible, if they even come to you at all. Expect to wait a long time and potentially be late to your movie. read more

Was told $3 to upgrade for a drink turned into a $15 upgrade without communication. Not only that, the drink was terrible. Hopefully, the theatre experience trumps the bar. Not the place to drink or eat. Customer service is average at best. Considering that everything is overpriced, there's better entertainment options in austin. read more

salt lounge always has the best drinks. They have specials for every sport imaginable! And Tuesdays they have happy hour! :) great place to come in the domain, even if you aren't watching a movie. read more

Here's the deal - you want to be a sports bar, but you want to overcharge and provide poor service all at the same time. UGH. Let's break it down: 1. First Thursday night NFL game - you offer 50cent wings and $2 beers - OK, let's try this. It's busy, but our friends have a table for us, so we roll. 2. We get there and sit - takes a while for a server to come by, but that's no biggie since we will be there for the whole game. A girl comes by - not dressed like a server, maybe a manager? Not sure. We ask for a tea, a cocktail and some wings (which there is only one type - SPICY) 3. Drinks finally come out - she asks "Do you need sugar?" - then proceeds to take quite some time bringing it to me. (Why wouldn't you ask that BEFORE the drink comes out or just bring it with??!) 4. Food takes FOREVER. I mean way too long....we had ordered wings and coconut shrimp. So, it finally comes out (an expo ran it). When it arrives, I ask for setups and plates. I get an eye roll - I get it - the runner is annoyed that the server didn't do her job and anticipate my needs - but don't roll your eyes at ME. 5. Someone comes back with PLASTIC CUTLERY AND PAPER NAPKINS (like paper towels from the bathroom). WHAT?! Half of our table had linen napkins and stainless flatware. So, you are going to charge $15 for 5 pieces of shrimp and give me a plastic fork? BTW, the coconut shrimp had ZERO flavor - it was not worthy of $15. 6. Wings were gross - oh, and I asked for wetnaps - because really, if you're going to serve wings, at least let me clean my hands. "We don't have wetnaps". Of course. 7. It was impossible to get a second or third cocktail, so we just went up to the bar to order. Our server talked to the table next to ours for a good 6 minutes - she must have known them - 6 minutes?! Screw it, I'll tip the bartender instead. 8. When we asked for our checks, it took another 10 minutes. We even detailed everything we had - she came back and brought someone elses but not ours. Lame. 9. The best part? My iced tea cost $4.75 - yep - $4.75. I should have ordered beers, but I don't drink beers. Get your act together - horrible service - icky food - I'd rather just go to an actual sports bar to be treated that way. At least the food would be better! read more