This place continues to rock and continues to be one of my favorite places. The staff and bar vibe are so chill & welcoming. Super friendly. The back patio is a perfect area for hanging with friends and sipping drinks. Nothing beats ice cold drinks on a hot summer day or night in Austin. They embrace the dive bar scene with cool swagger & flair. read more

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They had a free crawl fish boil event here and the line was so long it went out the door. People preparing the boil were late on cooking and not prepared. The line was very slow and they let people cut in. Perhaps not entirely the bars fault. The drinks itself were kind of above average price compared to its neighbors. Beer selection was kind of basic and limited. Lots of better bars in the street i would rather return to than this one. read more

I haven't been here in a hot minute. We decided to pop in because they had a crawfish boil event. The bartenders were really quick managing crowd well. The boil organization was pretty poor though. They were over 30 min late for the first drop. Once the first drop happened, the line almost didn't move at all because a bunch of people were cutting in front (they seemed to know people running this event). So they ran out of the stuff super quick and people didn't even get to move in the line much. We decided waiting wasn't worth it and left to a different bar. We returned over an hour later just to check it out. The line was still as long and I might have seen the same people still standing and waiting. read more

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Love the liberty, it's a fun bar. And the food truck out back in the patio area (couldn't find it on Yelp), absolutely incredible. Hands down the best Chinese food I've had in Austin, and it's from a food truck behind The Liberty on East 6th called Manna Kitchen. I got the Beef Fried Noodles (the one in the photo), and they were absolutely incredible. The beef was super tender, the noodles were perfectly chewy, and the sauce had that deep, savory flavor you only get from someone who really knows what they're doing. Every bite was just spot-on. them on Yelp), absolutely incredible. read more

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Nice place to spend time with good friends. Great service from Quinn behind the bar. Food trucks nearby and cold beer inside. Nothing else needed. read more

The Liberty - Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

Terriblly rude staff, lies on advertisements, and will end up with a 10 dollar keg drink when they hide the price with 4 people in a bar on a Tuesday SCAM! read more

If you're on the east side of Austin and you're looking for a nice dive bar with beer and shot combos and affordable price drinks and a good ass whiskey selection, this is where you want to go! both the bartenders that I have dealt with behind the bar are top notch and super friendly even with the dive bar vibes. The last time I went I got the Ben Franklin milk punch and that was really good! They have a very good rendition of milk punch. whether you were trying to go have a drink with a couple buddies and shoot some pool or go on a low-cue date. getting a couple drinks and sitting outside on the patio where it's quiet. this place is a good option for all read more

They consistently double charge for beer even during happy hour. More than on bartender doing it. Used to be a cool place but no more shall I go there. read more

Did you go to the East side if you didn't pop into Liberty Bar? Stop in. Get a shot and a beer. Be kind to the amazing staff. Tip. Hang. Grab food and head out. This is our go-to for HH because it goes til 8 and we can grab some mixed drinks or beers or frozies. read more

I once walked in on a whim. Jess and Brian were working. I had a great time. They said they worked Tuesday crew. Wow I promised them and myself I would stop back in. I did I realized a month later when I had a Tuesday free and followed up that this bar is the epic example of a chill dive with perfect service. Shoutout Jess I will be back, as often as possible read more

A total vibe. Good drinks, cool space, pet friendly, and has a photobooth ?!?! I don't need much else tbh We stopped here twice in kne day because we loved it so much! It definitely has a dive bar feel but in a cool and hip way. There is a lot of indoor seating and inside is a bit dim/dark. It's nice and cool though for those hot Texas days. We opted to sit outside though. Outside there's tons of seating though the tables are best shared. We got to know several new friends just by sitting by them. There is a food truck out there so you can get some snacks. The bar also has a wide selection and they do have ciders (win for me). My favorite part is definitely that it's dog friendly on the back patio. I even did a little photobooth shoot with both my pups which made my night. It's definitely my new favorite Austin spot read more

The Liberty - Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

This is a great little bar that was a fantastic bar a decade ago. Amazing food truck, cheap drinks, and the atmosphere is awesome. I love a dive bar. Honestly though, I'm not sure what it is, but for a while the bar tenders have been absolute trash. They're so rude, and it's not here and there, it's ALL THE TIME. If you hate your job so much, or you're that terrible at customer service, then don't be a bartender? At this point it has to be the culture because it makes no sense. It was never like this, but now I always question if I even want to step foot in there. read more

Best place on the east side for cheap drinks and good vibes. The patio is also great and the bartenders are always cool but not too cool for school. One of the last true dive bars left in East Austin. read more

The Liberty is one of our favorite bars to visit on the East Side. Whenever we are barhopping on the east side, we always stop by the liberty. They have a great outdoor space with plenty of picnic tables and there's always good music playing. If you're looking for a place with good vibes and fairly affordable drinks, this is your spot. read more

If there is something called a superb dive bar then I would say The Liberty is that bar. It's not fancy. It's just a cool bar staffed by cool people where cool people hang out. There's a bar area, a commons / arcade game area and a cool outdoor back patio with a food truck, which is an awesome place to hang when the weather is right. The beer list is solid. You shouldn't have any trouble finding something you'll like. read more

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PROS: this place has a pool table, arcade games, a nice bar and outside area with a good truck parked outside. The people here are nice and the prices are good CONS: they do not have a menu and only rely on the food truck. The food truck only has 6-8 items as well and they're all overpriced OVERALL: I would come here if you're thinking of playing games or having a drink, but not for food read more

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One year from now, I will look back on this review and be like oh man, I knew so little. See, I was just in Austin last weekend and ended up at The Liberty twice. Why? Because we were checking out the apartment complex across the street. Well, we signed a lease, so The Liberty will be in my life more than I can imagine. Especially because I heard East Side King is dope. The Liberty is a little divier than what I like, but I still liked it. I found a credit on the jukebox and played Beastie Boys "Egg Man" which was a fun jukebox find. Good backyard patio. The gem is their happy hour, which we were paying what, $3 a beer? Like I said, I don't know a ton... yet... about The Liberty but so far so good. See you again in April! read more

I finally made my way to the east side bar scene and landed here. I had wanted to check out Liberty after I had accidentally stumbled upon them on my Insta. The bar is divey and has cheap booze. They have seating indoors and outdoors. They have a food truck, East Side King, in the back where you can pick up some eats. I didn't eat there but it did smell amazing. Overall, I had a great experience here and can see myself coming back in the future. They also were 'Rona friendly and keeping things clean from what I could tell. read more

Cool bar with inexpensive beers and a solid happy hour. Bunch of arcade games / pinball machines inside and a sick patio in the back. Loved the ice cold Lonestar tallboys and the food truck in the back called East Side King. Food from East Side King was ridiculously good, though the dudes running it had a bit of an attitude. If they have the Fried Avocado Bun on the menu, do not hesitate getting it. It was one of the best things I ate in Austin while visiting from out of town. Also the beet fries were something I've never had anyplace else and would def get again. read more

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Small divey looking entrance out front and really opens up once you get in. Great patio out back! This place really fills up esp on the weekends. They have a decent variety with beers on tap, cocktails, liquor. But honestly all I got was the berry, frozen tequila cocktail. Super refreshing, could easily drink this on the back patio in the day. The place opens up at 2pm on Fridays, would be great to come check out then! read more

I've been coming here for a long time now, my original thoughts were mehh,.. MAINLY, because they won't take Amex. But... Here's why my mind has changed. It's a dive bar. For a divey joint it has some amenities. A pool table, good amount of seating. A patio! Plus who doesn't love East Side King which is in the back. The brew is cold, the bar is cheap, and the people behind the bar are awesome. I got into an argument with the new bouncer. I was in a mood, he certainly didn't help it. Next thing I know I'm talking to the bartender trying to get them to let me in... he's always been a great bartender, btw, even since the first time I visited. Turns out, that bartender (Zach) is one of the owners. And he's a such a good guy. I chopped it up with him a little bit, asked him about his approach, and he said quite calmly... right now with COVID--I want to keep my employees safe, and i want to still provide a cool atmosphere for our customers. All in all, he's a pro, treats customers right, and he's just a cool dude... RIGHT NOW, more than ever, we need to be supporting our local businesses, and these guys are on my list. If you're reading this, THANKS ZACH! read more

The Liberty - Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

As the king of dive bars this is one of my favorites, its got a great beer and cocktail selection with a large outside courtyard that I absolutely love. There is also normally a great food truck selection in the back and in the area. One of my favorites in Austin. read more

Turn the music off at 2:00 am like you're supposed to. No one in the neighborhood wants to hear death metal at 2:20. Also, the bar is pretty mid. read more

I'll just go ahead and say this is the best bar in Texas. Hands down the coolest bartenders around. Nice chill ambiance both indoors and out, affordable drinks, good musixc, and have I already mentioned how great the bartenders are? They coo. Their almost all day happy hour specials are tough to beat. Nice selection of liquor and cocktails as well. One day I will ask how much for a pour of Pappy. I would recommend the food truck (of Top Chef fame/infamy) in the back as well. Bit pricey, but the affordable drinks atvthe bar offset the food cost. Chicken sando, fried beets, with a couple pints of Lagunitas. Perfect little afternoon. *now how can I buy one of their hats without looking like a tourist? read more

I would describe this bar as "fine." There was a place for us to sit but other than that, it's not a place that we'd go again. No matter that drink you order... you get a vodka soda. I personally do not care for vodka sodas but I ordered multiple different drinks, NONE of which were vodka sodas, and that's still all we got. When we left, we were yelled at by staff for not giving a large enough tip, even though they never fulfilled our correct order one time. read more

This is a great East Austin bar to visit regularly or visit as a tourist to Austin. Staff always friendly, drinks are reasonably priced (cheap by Austin standards!) and it has lots of rooms, nooks, crannies and patio to comfortably hang out as a couple or with larger groups. And you can walk to all the other bars in this area too! Highly recommend. read more

Never been so bothered at a bar before like Liberty. I was excited even though it was a bit late. 1:30am they were so happy to serve me drinks. When I arrived the front staff didn't let me know right at 1:40am the front bouncer would force you out of the bar make you throw away your drinks and mid game of pool without notice, clear your pool table and tell you to get out.... The frustration is real will not be sticking to other bars like Lucky Duck where they would actually treat you right like a human being..... We're all in this together #covid2021 -Thanks for your amazing hospitality #TheLiberty read more

Decent drinks, dive bar like entrance, nice patio, decent food truck. Also slightly dank smelling, but it be like that sometimes But YALL this place is not COVID safe at all. People were truly on top of each other, indoors and on the patio. There were no restrictions on entry and we were all up in each other's business. Just FYI if it matters to you The beet fries were good :) read more

the bartenders are just fine, but you have to subtract 2 stars for the rotund individual working the door. Absolutely horrible human being. This person should not be the first one that you interact with when entering a bar. If you're losing business, start with this human and work back through the customer adventure. Ive been here six times and this person is the worst part of coming. This person makes me not want to enter the bar, which is somewhat lacking comparatively to the other bars on the strip. read more

The Liberty - This is the bar area which is far enough away from the person at the door to have a good time. - Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

Pretty standard bar for Austin and an E 6th staple. If your doing a crawl on E 6th its a safe option to hang out. Apparently the bar has been a neighborhoods haunt for quite a while and people swear by it. The condos in the area were built around the bar. They have beer on tap, a nice patio with picnic tables to hangout on, and a bunch of pool tables. They have a nice food truck in the back too. read more

The Liberty - Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

Divey as hell. Texas as hell. Good vibe. Came here on the recommendation of another bartender in Austin. Backyard has a food truck. I was still pretty full, but I took a few bites of everything and enjoyed everything I tasted. Beer wasn't suuuuper cheap, but it was reasonable. Not really packed on a Monday night. Decent sized crowd, without feeling like our personal space was invaded. Good jukebox. Cool spot. Didn't hurt that we were here on the summer solstace. Good night to sit outside, and there was a full moon. Serious moonlight. read more

The Liberty - Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

Was here with my friends on a Monday night to have a beer for my birthday. My friend started to feel sick after half a beer and passed out on the floor. While we waited for the ambulance, with our friend unconscious on the floor, the bartender was trying to kick us out and said we couldn't call an ambulance to his bar. Will never be coming back to this bar. read more

THEY HAVE MALORT... If you know you know. Seriously fantastic lil dive bar. Great bartenders. Great prices. Cool door guy from Chicago read more

Cool place, typical dive bar with a nice outdoor patio. Drinks are cheap, try the Berry frozen slushie, it's a tequila lemonade, so good. Love how dog friendly it is, water bowls at every table. The food truck in the back is great too, perfect for the munchies after a few rounds. The outdoor fans are also a nice idea to keep cool during this stagnant hot days. read more

The service is terrible. Do not use your debit/credit card here. They overcharge for terrible drinks, no matter what drink you order they just give u vodka soda or whisky coke. There's always extra added to the tip or the drinks.. 6.50 for Lonestar beer for ex. They keep your card and you have to ask for it back at the end if not they will keep it and you have to pick it up the next day even though it was their mistake in the first place. Terrible hood rats working here. Trashy. read more

Welcoming environment with the feel of an updated dive bar. The drinks are super affordable and mixed well. I took the bartender's suggestion of the frozen rum drink and was not disappointed. Happy hour deals are a nice incentive on already affordable drinks. They have a pool table, which was not monopolized, an outdoor area out back with picnic tables and tunes and the patrons were friendly, which makes a difference in the desire to come back. When I visit Austin again, this will be my first stop. read more

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A bit of a hole in the wall bar in East Austin where you need to be slightly careful of where you step whether sober or in a drunken stupor - whether it's the steps between the bar area and the seating room next door, the exit out to the back patio or through the stone as you work your way to the East Side Kings trailer. Bar has a pretty extensive list of beers and other beverages - order there and carry back to elsewhere. Second room has a pool tables and some seating (either high tops or these booths with worn seats). There are also televisions showing sports or other things. In the back there is a patio flanked by two massive condo complexes - nothing like drinking in someone's backyard. East Side Kings trailer has great bar food - get some pork belly buns and some rice and chicken. Mmm good. read more

A bar that is definitely a true staple to Austin. Bartending staff is amazing and hawt af tbh. Have a exceptional size patio in the back with also a great food truck with affordable prices. If this is your first time coming here, make sure you check out the happy hour from 4pm-9pm it is ALWAYS worth it! Might I add that The Liberty team ensures everyone wears masks and to keep social distancing as long as you are with the group you came with. They even closed the bar down for one day to test the staff for any covid-19. Now they are back up and running. BTW if you see a cat hanging outside his name is Bob's. He loves treats read more

Great bar with a great selection of cocktails and great atmosphere. Features both outdoors and indoors seating. The music selection varies from modern to classic. Really enjoyed my time here and definitely I will come back. read more

The Liberty - Negroni. Great bar! - Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

Be careful if you get or try to get drunk there. The karaoke machine doesn't work and the bar tender asked me very loud and meanly to leave the bar when I asked her for my only $ 5 dollars back for my none request song back. Terrible experience. No a place to have nicely drink. read more