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    The Stay Put

    4.4 (39 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    THE STAY PUT ATMOSPHERE

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    Juke Box
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Samantha J.

    We kidnapped the grand dog and took our pup. This looked like a great pet friendly place from the reviews. Did not disappoint. We visited during World Cup and fans were fun. They loved our pets. Drinks were great. Staff was friendly and there were also libations for our fur friends. Great visit and we will be back.

    Good chill place for Dry January!
    Eamon P.

    Stay Put on Rainey St was a solid Sunday afternoon spot. We're doing Dry January and they had NA beers, so we grabbed a couple, got some sun, and watched some football. Bartender was super welcoming and really nice. Chill vibe and easy place to hang.

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    Katy C.

    This was our very first stop on Rainey. It was a cute spot and bright and open, but I didn't really feel super welcomed or wanting to "stay put" for very long. Granted, we only got one drink here, but the bartender didn't introduce himself or talk through anything with us like he did some other folks who came in after us. That's okay, lots of other spots to check out in the area. I got the spicy watermelon margarita because once I asked him about it, the bartender said it was one of the more popular drinks. Nate got a specialty paloma. Both drinks were good, and they also have their own beer. TVs were on and like most places in Austin, there was an outdoor area with more seating. Not a spot I'd run back to, but I'm not mad we checked it out.

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    Jeremy N.

    A nice stop at the beginning of Rainey Street's house district to...Stay Put...at! We were here during the beginning of Mardi Gras, so we weren't sure what to expect on this street. Walking into here, it was pretty wide open inside, which it didn't look like it would be from the outside. We sat up at the bar and ordered a couple of their specialty cocktails that they had available during Mardi Gras. Daniel, our server, recommended a drink on special at the time called Saturday Cartoons. It had cognac, lemon and something else in it. It was really delicious though!

    John G.

    Lauren is absolutely the best! I'd come back just for her incredible service. Her smile lights up the entire room, making every visit so much more enjoyable. I loved Stayput's homemade Pilsner--so smooth and refreshing--and their lemon drops are a perfect pick-me-up! The ambiance is equally impressive: a clean, welcoming space with great vibes all around. Definitely a 5-star experience!

    Becca D.

    Had to make sure I was first to review this absolute gem of an establishment that we happened to find last night. My friends and I were in town for my birthday bash and for our final night, we were hitting the food trucks on Rainey Street. Peeped this adorable spot that looked like a log cabin so we went there after stuffing our faces and I'm pretty sure this ended up being the fan favorite for all 5 of us during this trip! Everything about this spot screamed good vibes! There was a nice beer, wine, and cocktail selection and the bartenders were great at creating some drinks for us when we wanted to try some different stuff but not sure what. The layout was adorable, long wooden community tables inside and more seating with heaters outside. Plethora of bathrooms with big community sink in the middle. And can we talk about the 90s playlist they were bumping because man were we jamming! Like GOOD 90s, I can't remember the last time I heard Busta Rhymes while out at a bar lol. I googled the place while we were there to find out more about it and what luck we had because they literally just opened days ago and their official opening party is in a few days! You should definitely check this spot out for hangout vibes amidst the craziness of Rainey Street! Mucho thanks to The Stay Put for closing out my birthday weekend in Austin wonderfully!

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    Kristal O.

    Popped in for a quick drink before dinner to check it out. Super cute. Was definitely disappointed though during a normal HH type time on a Wednesday and was charged $12 for a glass of BOXED wine that all I got was the crud.

    Stephanie J.

    The Stay Put was a fun time. I started off with a pour of the thicc ripp (a hazy IPA) followed by the mad dog marg. The cocktails were on tap but the one that I tried was good. Check it out if you are in the area.

    Side seating if you've had too much.
    Scott E.

    This is your spot. Good vibe and good beer. Relaxing as hell. Always good music without it being overbearing. And excellent ginger beer.

    Rebecca C.

    We popped in only for a minute to say hi to someone, but this place had a nice interior and smelled like wood. Cozy place. Will definitely return to give it more of a try! Looks like a good place to enjoy a beer with friends. Also located next to a food truck park which is always a plus in my book!

    Tara R.

    Awesome new spot that I stumbled upon on Tuesday. My husband and I each had a beer. The bartender was super welcoming and friendly. He was able to provide numerous tips and suggestions for the area since we were only in town for a short time. The place is simple and has ample inside and outside seating.

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    I will say this is one of my favorite chill gay bars! 100% recommend the best gay music and vibes!

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    Great local beers, live music, and nice outdoor seating with shade and TVs. A must-visit on Rainey St in Austin!

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    Cool little bar at the end of the street. A lot of their cocktails are ready to go so fast service. Nice outdoor space.

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