I came back on a Monday early for happy hour which goes 3-7p. Right at 7 though is where the weekly Meat Up takes place and food is free (please tip). Today it was chicken tacos and they were delicious the way i loaded mine up with chicken, cheddar, salsa, grilled green peppers, jalapeño peppers, and squeezed lime juice). I've been coming here for years, but Monday is my favorite non SXSW day to come to The Stay Put. read more

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I do like this space, and it was comfortable for the world cup games. But I do need to mention a moment today that seemed unnecessarily rude. My friends and I came during a time when kids are allowed. My husband went up and found out they have apple juice. He got some for our kids and another kid. When they finished it, I went in to ask for more. It was another bartender and he seemed really annoyed I even asked. I said I'm sorry but my husband just got some and he insisted I'm mistaken and looked more annoyed. He sent me away. My husband asked and his response was "are you with that woman in the scrubs?" And was annoyed yet again. What did I do to him to piss him off? Anyway. Our friend went up then and asked the original guy who got it for us. THERE WAS NO MISTAKE. The bartender just was rude for no reason. I tipped 25% when I got drinks from him, and never once treated him like crap. So not sure what I did to deserve his ire read more

Jude was phenomenal behind the bar! Loved their karaoke host! Fun lively bar with lots to do! Great atmosphere!

Came here for happy hour on Friday and it was great! It wasn't crowded and the bartender was super nice and offered my dog a treat. We got the margarita and cosmo frozen from the happy hour menu and both were delicious! I loved all the hand drawn cocktail menu on the blackboard behind the bar. It's definitely got a very Austin vibe. read more

The Stay Put - Margarita and cosmo frozen - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Our second stop of the day Great margaritas and really nice staff It located on Rainey Street A great party street read more

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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. read more

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Good vibes, great people, solid drinks, excellent happy hour prices. No parking but come on, this is Rainey St... did you really have to ask? Ride share so you can fully enjoy your time here anyway. Abundant outdoor space perfect for dogs and sunny days. Get in an out quickly, pre-game for a full night out, or stay the day; you'll be served well here. read more

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. read more

The Stay Put - Good chill place for Dry January! - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Place was super cool. The beer list was great. Loved the in house beers a lot! Service was friendly. Lots of space to hang out with friends inside and out. They even had free pool. Next time on I'm Rainey I'll for sure be going back to this brewery. I will be back. read more

Stopped in here for a few drinks and beer while on vacation with friends in Austin. Nice setup with great beer selection and good cocktails on a strip of super chill food and drink stands. Bartenders were great and delivered great service. Definitely on my list when I go back. read more

This little bar is at towards the end of rainy street and it is totally worth going for a laid back drink where you can catch up with someone. They have good draft selections and plenty of space for you to sit down. The only concern about this place is the hygiene of the bathrooms and how dark they are. read more

This is a sleeper hit in Austin, and I kind of want to gatekeep it. Yes, it's on Rainey, but it's at the bottom tip, so if you want to avoid most of Rainey you can. They have some ridiculously good happy hour and daily specials, the best one being a $10 pitcher of beer on Sundays. They have a hazy IPA that's pretty great so you're paying $2.50 for a glass. That's insane. On top of that, they're on inKind and if you have a Costco membership you can buy discounted gift cards for inKind making your beer even cheaper. Pair all that with a great staff, shoutout to Greg who's always there to serve us on Tuesdays, and you've got a winner! read more

One of the newer (opened in 2022) additions to Rainey Street, Stay Put is reminiscent of the old historical homes that once lined Rainey Street in its heyday, but with a modern rustic twist. Stay Put is the go-to spot for those looking to escape the rowdy crowds and blaring music (even though Rainey Street isn't as vibrant as it once was). It's got a solid selection of beers and offers plenty of room to meet up with friends. The space is open and sleek, with lots of wood accents, but the vibe can feel a bit sterile, including the service. read more

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. read more

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Cool chill bar located on the south end of Rainey Street that I really enjoyed. I was in town for a bachelor party weekend, and I ended up coming here 3 times over the weekend. They have lots of craft beers on tap, along with cans and bottles. They have a front lawn with seats, literally with lawn chairs so feels like you're relaxing on the front lawn. It's great to just sit with a beer and look at the people on Rainey. They also have a big space out back, and some indoor seats and tables, though if it's nice out most people are going to be outside, which is what I saw. There's TVs both inside and outside. They don't serve food but there's plenty of food trucks and stands nearby you can order from and bring in. Great to just stay 'put' or if you want to make one stop along touring Rainey St. If nothing else a great alternative to the loud crowded Rainey bars. read more

Ian is cool. He is a great bartender and we are coming back because of him! And he makes the best drinks. I will only come back for ..... Ian #Ian#4life#Travis4life Travis is the is on is A game. read more

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! read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

The Stay Put - Crud from boxed wine - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

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! read more

The Stay Put - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

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. read more

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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! read more

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

The Stay Put - Side seating if you've had too much. - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

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. read more

The Stay Put - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

My boyfriend and I came here as part of a Rainey Street crawl and really enjoyed it! Admittedly it was fairly early on in the night so it wasn't hopping like it would come 10pm or so, but we had a solid time. It's obviously a newer establishment, and the owner personally engaged us and gave us drink suggestions and a tour of the cocktail menu. We settled on the grapefruit cocktail which was delicious (albeit expensive, but what Rainey St. cocktail isn't) and had a splendid 30 minutes. read more

The Stay Put - The Grapefruit Cocktail - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Nice change of pace on rainy from the crowded bars. Beer selection is decent. Their Mexican lager and ipa were really good. There's some diy Moscow mules which is come back to try. This place smells so good from all the wood furniture. Bathrooms were really dark and the water was freezing. Not good on a cold night! Besides that this place was good. read more

Another "quickie" swift FULL pint that was a warmer pre- dinner. I tried their Sculpture Falls ipa.... it was good. One of the better beers I've tried in Austin. It was bitter citrus hoppy with a pine hint finish! read more

The Stay Put - Bar - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Very cool bar. They brew beer on site and it didn't disappoint. It was great to see a foosball table and steel tip dart boards out back. Also, the bathrooms were top notch. For the area it's not super pricey which was a relief. Can't wait to head back. read more

The Stay Put is a picobrewery that suffers from below-average beer quality and consistency, compounded by lackluster service, an out-of-date website, and a confused identity. A picobrewery differs from a microbrewery in that its products are limited-production specialty beers brewed and consumed exclusively on site in a single location. They are often social gathering spots with a diversity of customers young and old and high-quality service that reflects the bespoke product. When on travel, I will often seek out picobreweries, as if implemented properly they often provide a superior experience than more commercial venues. This was not the case with The Stay Put. I was allowed to visit the brewery three of four days (more on that below) and in those three days, I had the same two beers, a Hazy IPA and a West Texas IPA. I am unable to provide the names as the website does not list the current beers on tap (more on that below). The appearance and aroma met expectations, however the flavor fell short of expectations and paled in comparison to competitors on the same street. Consistency was an issue with the hazy as it changed flavors between the first and second day (as if it were a different beer) and carbonation dropped noticeably. The quality and consistency of the beers are on par with home brew beer, starkly below average and inconsistent in flavor and mouthfeel. Service varied from impersonal to cold with limited customer engagement. There were no smiles, greetings, or checkins on quality. Foam was an issue across all three days and the height of the head varied notably between 5 cm (2 in) to a fill to the top (flat Hazy). I was made to feel less than special when a bartender took the extra time to bring the head down to 2 cm (1 in) for a couple at the bar but did not for my pour, leaving me with a monstrous 5 cm (2 in) head. This left me wondering if I might not be welcome, a feeling that would be compounded on the fourth day when I was turned away at the sidewalk. An individual turned me away, stating sheepishly that the venue had been booked out. The establishment appeared relatively empty and his delivery was nervous and unconvincing, so I left with the concern that I was turned away due to my age. Turning a customer away is one of the most difficult challenges in customer service and thus should be handled with much greater care than it was. On the bright side, I went two doors north and had a significantly better beer/service experience with great BBQ, so I was honestly better off for it. The service and quality issues are mirrored online as well. As of this writing the website is out of date, with the events listed being months old. There is no beer list on the website. On the second day, I was pleasantly surprised by a (great) puppy party, which consisted of two puppies in a tiny pen and what looked like locals with a couple of dogs. On the fourth day however I was unpleasantly surprised by the aforementioned booked out venue. Either way, it would be nice for customers to know about events in advance. More importantly, it would have allowed me to verify that the venue was indeed booked out on the fourth day, so I wasn't left with concerns of ageism. As such, I felt that The Stay Put has a confused identity. Is it a picobrewery, a local hangout, or a party spot? I think the answer to all is yes in theory and no in practice. Moreover, of the many picobreweries I've visited, this one is at the bottom of the list. The Stay Put simply does not embody the culture of brewing. They are not crafting and serving beer with pride. There's are no bespoke logos, stickers, or coasters. There's no bartenders actively seeking feedback on their new craft beers. There are no beer lists online because it's not important to them. The middling beer simply feeds the taps of a bar with a confused identity. read more

in town visiting austin for a weekend. came into the bar because they were the only bar on rainey playing the WNBA finals. bartender david was an absolute pleasure to speak with. very chill nice vibe. recommend this as a pit stop. read more

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

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

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

A nice chill bar that's great to visit especially on a weeknight. Love the design of the place and that there are both indoor and outdoor spots. I got the winter spiced rum and it was delicious. Super dog friendly too, and the staff offered our doggos full size milk bone treats! read more

Shoutout James, our favorite bartender, who completely made this experience for us. We were visiting from out of town and looking for a cool place to get a beer. We found this awesome brewery with a beautiful indoor area and even cooler outside area with trees, bathrooms, and picnic tables. If it was a little warmer on the day we went, we would have sat outside! However we are so glad we sat at the bar, James was so incredibly friendly, talkative, genuine, and gave us awesome recommendations on where to explore next in Austin, as well as beer recs! Would recommend trying the rye lager!! We were hesitant at first, but it ended up being our favorite. Will absolutely go back next time we are in Austin!! read more

The Stay Put - inside space - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

We stopped in on our trip to Austin and fell in love with this spot. Good beer and great atmosphere. The bartender, James, was so friendly and recommended other cool spots for us to hit while we are visiting. read more

The Stay Put - We loved the rye beer (and we aren't normally rye people) - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

I use to live on Rainey Street and the bartender here wearing a F**k Brunch shirt was hands down the rudest person I've ever met. I watched him be dismissive and condescending to a group of young women next to us, while still happily taking their money and over serving them. Then, when it was our turn to order he couldn't be bothered to pay attention to our order even though the rest of the bar was completely empty. I was blown away by someone treating anyone so rudely, let alone customers who were just trying to order drinks. It's a great place is you want to experience first hand aggression towards women and toxic masculinity. Bring back Javelina please. read more

Really cool vibe, talented interior designer! I was surprised the bar was empty we were the bartenders only client and my $13 strawberry mojito didn't have any mint or strawberries in it. He quickly made it with a soda machine button then went back to his phone. Won't be back but was pretty to see the inside! read more

The Stay Put - Brewpubs Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great new spot on Rainey! (Some other patron even commented on the new smell ) Attentive and friendly staff. Good beers, my only complaint would be variety of available beers. read more

The Bloody Mary I had was Tasty but the other bar tender dipped the ones she was making in the spicy tomatoes juice then added the salted rim. They servers are not a smiley crowd. A smile does go a long way. Other than the unfriendly staff it was a very cool place read more