Tailgate ATX "formally Mutts Cantina" is 1.6 acres of dog park. It includes dog washes, splash pads, cabanas that you can rent out, full human food menu, dog menu and full bar! Luna and Hush LOVE it here! It can be a bit dusty as it is dirt and mulch so be ready to get dirty! The first time we went their handler was amazing! I am not sure what happened yesterday (Sunday the 11th) but I didn't see a handler. There was a few humans that could have been directed by a handler; ex: leashes on dogs in the park and kids with dog treats. Luckily nothing big came from it but usually these things are big no no's at parks because it can cause some fights. Otherwise, Tailgate is amazing! We drive from South Austin to bring our kids and they are so happy to run and play and have their day! I will totally be going back and bringing any friend who I can wrangle! read more

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Our time at Mutts Canine Cantina was great but our dog's was even better. We always look for opportunities in the Austin area to socialize our dog and have fun as owners and Mutts presents the best combination of the two we've seen so far. Parking at Mutts was pretty smooth but it does look like it could be difficult on days or times where many owners decide to stop by. When entering there are a lot of security precautions in place ensuring that it would be VERY difficult for dogs to escape which is much appreciated. To get into the dog park itself you need to purchase a day pass which runs $14, there are other options like weekly, monthly, or even membership passes but as first timers we didn't want to commit too hard just yet. Ordering is pretty straightforward and the food options are simple, burgers and tenders and fries. They do also have a dog menu but it is very lacking for being a dog focused place, just two options for dogs and both involve peanut butter so in the case your dog is strange and doesn't like peanut butter then you're out of luck. There's a good amount of seating on the patio for food and the interior of the dog park also has a lot of seating and things for dogs as well like rocks, baths, and water bowls. They have a big screen out in the yard too so if you're into sports and would like to bring your dog somewhere to watch then this is a great option. Beware that you SHOULD NOT bring food into the yard, they don't explicitly say it but just know that is not a good idea. Overall, Mutts is an awesome place to bring a dog and just hang out and have them (or you) socialize. Consider stopping by with your dog when you have a chance! read more

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BEWARE OF FRAUD. YOU CAN'T CANCEL. I have called Tailgate ATX several times to try to cancel my membership for the past 3 months, since mid-November. I have left messages (when your answering system worked, which was rarely). I even spoke to someone in December, who assured me they'd cancel my account. There is NOWHERE on your app to cancel a membership. You have continued to fraudulently charge my credit card FOR 3 MONTHS (December, January and now February). I have reported you to my bank and placed a stop payment on your company. I plan to go on social media today and WARN EVERYONE in reviews of what you do. This is THEFT. read more

Update: It took a whole month and an Austin 311 Code Enforcement request to get this simple matter resolved, but I am pleased to report that my entire apartment complex has our nighttime darkness back, and the bar's security lights now point down onto their own property. I have had zero in-person interactions with the owners of this establishment, but after this experience, and reading the appalling way customers, former supporters, and ex employees are spoken to online in public replies from the business owner (see Google), there is very little that could convince me to return to this venue as a customer. When there are this many messy online interactions with your client base, it's time to look in the mirror and consider hiring a marketing/pr manager who can handle public relations with grace. read more

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We went to mutts tonight for an event and tour of the grounds which was quite nice. The staff was very kind and knowledgeable. Food took about 15 minutes to come out which is average. I wanted to write this review because the grilled cheese and fried pickle sandwich as well as the frozen pomegranate lemonade were both very impressive. I would go back just for these! Fries were average. Thanks mutts for a great time! read more

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Came for an hour or so and stayed for five! I had been to Mutts once before as part of a yelp event, and we had a great time and were looking forward to coming back. You pay $12 per dog and people are free:) I do think that $12 is a little steep, 8-10 feels more reasonable, but they do have a good monthly pass membership if you live near there and can go frequently. Aside from the large dog yard and splash pad, they have a separate space for small dogs, a big stage with a massive screen for either live music or watching football, a dog washing station, rentable cabanas and then a full bar and restaurant. I noticed they added picnic tables in the dog yard which was different from last time but welcome. Otherwise, they just have plastic chairs scattered around to sit in. They have a pretty good drink menu with beers and cocktails and reasonably priced for Austin. We got a round of drinks- a beer and a margarita. The frozen marg packs a punch and is a perfect price point at $8.95! We then ordered chips and salsa, fried pickles, a cheeseburger and fries and chicken tenders with fries. We were having so much fun eating and drinking (more margs were ordered) and watching football we called our friends down to hang (who don't even have dogs)! The cheeseburger had a good charbroiled taste and a healthy amount of fries, I would order again for $11. Chicken tenders were a bit over fried but good. The $5 fried pickles were delicious and a good option size. I would recommend skipping the chips and salsa- it was a small container of what tasted like Tostitos chips and two ramekins of salsa that tasted like tomato sauce. They do also have two dog treats on menu. They have workers manning the dog area to help keep the dogs in line, which is nice. Again, we were having a great time eating food, drinking the margs and watching football and it was a huge bonus that we could have our pup with us the whole time, running around and playing. We are absolutely planning to go back to have another football funday! A few things I would love to see that would make it a 5 star experience: More shade out in the dog area. I think there were umbrellas at one point, but man it gets HOT in the sun and I think having a lot of those to cover the people seats would be great. Second, more balls for the dogs out in the yard so we can throw them. Third, I would love to see that $12 dog fee a little cheaper. And fourth, they have a happy hour during the week but to really draw in the football crowd I wished they leaned into football with some game day specials (they did have cute decor out!). Overall, I really hope this place stays in business. GREAT drinks, clean and well maintained, and a fun place to hang with friends (furry or otherwise)! read more

The service today for my family and I along with a couple of friends was great! One of the owners came out and talked with us about our food experience. He asked us what we thought about our food. Most of us bought the double mutt cheeseburgers and two of my kids got the chicken tender meals. All the meals come with a drink and crinkle-cut fries. And meals are right at or under $10. With today's inflated prices not a bad deal for bringing a family to eat here. We let the owner know about our opinions with our food and he took some mental notes. One of the orders did get a mix up; however, the owner replaced the burger with the correct order of just a plain burger. We had to give our friend some hazing for ordering just a plain burger. But even the owner respected his wishes and understood the importance of his customer's wishes. Everything was made fresh and the crinkle-cut fries were cooked on point! Not overcooked and not undercooked! They even had enough salt flavor to them. I think they should consider selling some seasoned fries or chilly cheese fries. I cannot remember if they offered that on their menu. They plenty of alcohol choices to choose from on tap as well. There are some TVs in the area, but they definitely could some more for the big UT, FC, or NFL games. The staff today were very friendly and cheerful! The young lady and man taking orders were way cool! They asked us how our day was and we returned the common courtesy of asking how their day was as well. There are plenty of picnic tables to sit and enjoy your meal if you're there just to eat and not use the dog park. I didn't bring my pets because I wanted to check out the atmosphere here first. They offer a lot of fun for your pets here. Just like children you have some rowdy pets full of excitement because they want to play with other pets. If you can get passed the anxiety of that you will be okay should you run into some of those type of pets. When you enter the facility you have two gender neutral restrooms and there's a dog wash tub right next to the bathrooms to wash up your pets. Parking space is very limited. Parking any large vehicles is going to be tight, but if you have a compact or SUV type vehicle you will be okay. They even have charging station parking for you early adopter EV crowd. When I said parking was tight they did say where else I could park in the future. That was a cool tip in my book. But be warned people with larger vehicles parking space is tight. As for the dog park check out their website before coming here with your pet. They do have a set of rules you must follow and I agree with them. Per their website information about the dog park: "To Enter The Park, Dogs Mutts Be: Spayed / Neutered Friendly and sociable around people and other dogs (not overly aggressive). Flea and tick free Current within the calendar year on vaccinations, including rabies, dhlppc and bordetella." The location of this place is in a perfect spot but I can see this place taking off in the Austin area that they are going to need more locations around the area once everyone catches on to this place. Again, come check this place out everyone... before bringing your pets check their website out and FAQ section of the dog park. Great information to help you and your pet's experience be a fun full filled of enjoyment! Also, they accept contact less payment such as Apple or Google pay. read more

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Everyone who knows me knows I normally 100% support any dog-friendly venue. I really wanted to love this place but I have to be honest when I say that my entire experience was so disappointing. If this wasn't a dog-friendly venue I would be giving 1 or 2 stars max. Let's start with the a positive- the people who greeted us were very friendly. It pretty much goes downhill from there.... One of the things that lured me in to check this place out was the promise that their Bark Rangers picked up after your dog ( so you don't have to watch them like a hawk the entire time) and made sure water bowls were full. I legit saw 3 dogs poo right in front of the "bark rangers" and they just looked away. There was poo scattered everywhere. I ended up picking up 3 big piles that weren't even from my dogs but my dogs were so close to stepping in it I just did it myself. The bartenders have no idea what they're doing. They didn't even know how to open a cocktail shaker. Not kidding. They also measure your drinks to a ridiculous standpoint. They fill the cup with so much ice it's crazy overflowing so when I asked for less ice the drink mix they were trained to memorize barely made it past the halfway point. They filled the rest with soda water which didn't make the drink taste good. I guess I just don't understand why anyone would ever pay to become a member here when they don't have any real perks to membership? The Bark Rangers don't clean up after your dog so you still have to watch them like a hawk. You only get a 10% discount on food and no discount on drinks. Also, the drinks aren't cheap and they barely, barely, contain one shot of alcohol and the food is totally meh, not memorable. The space isn't even that big. I mean, why would anyone pay to bring your dog(s) to a mediocre dog park when they have massive amazing dog parks in the area for free? Disappointing. Oh- and the splash pad doesn't work? I asked 3 workers and 2 told me it doesn't work and 1 told me it wasn't on because of weather but admitted she has never seen it on. If you're going to charge membership fees then bring attractions to why someone should pay to be a member. Well-made good drinks at a discount, delicious food at a discount. Experienced help. Helpful help. Cleaner bathrooms. None of those are included at this place. Not worth it. Stay away. read more

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Love the concept. Food and drinks are good. 4/5 only because they need a better call system to pickup food. I suggest by number instead of name. Many people with same first name got their orders wrong due to this. read more

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The staff here is amazing! My dog is shy and sadly not dog friendly, but loves being outside - so we had to sit on the benches area to stay cool etc, and the team made sure to give my pup extra love which really stood out and made it a true joy to be there! He loved the food, pupsicle, and the food we had as well - hamburger with fries, was also delicious! Love this place, and will definitely return! read more

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What a cute hangout area for dogs and humans alike! A day pass is $12.95 (prices are based on number of dogs, not number of humans) and they require that dogs are vaccinated. The staff I've talked to are all super friendly! There is a section for small dogs, and a larger section for larger dogs. Their fence system is very thorough so no dogs will run out and escape. Love how they have accommodations for humans, such as free wifi and a large covered area with picnic tables. Their menu offers hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders, fries, etc. which are surprisingly good. They have a stage and will have live music sometimes! It might be a bit loud for a small dog though. I do wish they had a larger parking lot, since it gets full easily during events. But, there's a small shopping area across the street that I've parked in before as well. read more

This space is huge and super clean & brand spanking new. We had their cheeseburger and chicken sando. Both were pretty good. The fries came with each order and a drink. We had a cabana (reservable at a pretty good rate) which was enclosed so our dogs were able to enjoy their separate time until they were ready to mingle. Separate enclosures for big and small dogs, a splash pad, two separate places to order food and bar, a stage ... this place has everything. We sat back and dog watched while eating our sandwiches and sipping on our pawgarita drink. read more

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The space, the vibe is so great. We need more places like this up north. The staffs are all super stars, they greeted all the pups as if they were theirs. Once we were sat they immediately bring icy water bowl for my dog. Later, a staff even gifted my dog a pupsticle, and fed him until he finished. I love that girl! read more

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We really wanted to like this place and had planned on getting a membership when we heard it was opening. That said, it has a couple major flaws that once fixed would make it a great place to go. - there's zero shade. Like, none lol. Not a tree or overhang or shade sail in sight. The only covered area is the bar / eating area and the splash pad. - the splash pad's ground is all angled in so the water drains properly, which is fine except the ground is slippery af. Watched so many dog's legs slipping out from under them just from walking around. Senior dogs or dogs with hip problems, beware! Adding grippy flooring like a pool deck would solve this easily. - besides in the eating area, there was almost no seating; just some flimsy plastic chairs scattered around. Some benches or picnic tables would be great. I'd love to visit again and be able to update this review! It has so much potential. read more

The Tailgate ATX - No shade to speak of besides the eating area just tons of wood chips and some plastic chairs scattered around. - Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

Got to say that chicken sammich was really good! As Is the pink ginger beer drink! But I do find it odd that you have to pay to bring your dog in? Or get a yearly membership. read more

We LOVE Mutts!! There is a person who pretty much dog sits the whole time. It's nice and clean. Food is ok, drinks are well priced. On the day we went there were some happy hour drinks. The other dog parents are pretty cool as well. My dog recently started humping other dogs *eye-roll*. The people who were monitoring the dogs stopped his behavior immediately which was really awesome and totally unexpected. We'll definitely be back! read more

No Dog? no problem! I'm a dog "grandparent" about ready to dive in again but in the interim I enjoy stopping by to enjoy a cold brew (fav bartender Kira) and play with the dogs ("Rex" the retrieving lemon beagle my personal favorite!) along with my favorite Bark Rangers Amanda and Nathan! read more

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My dog's second favorite place! People are so nice here! My dog always has so much fun. It's really clean and the drinks are great. We have gotten hh sundays which are $3 mimosas. Food is great as well! And the fact that they have so many amenities for dogs and people makes this place the best dog park in Austin. read more

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Pros - 1. Clean 2. Friendly staff 3. Has an area to hose off your dog. Cons - 1. Limited parking 2. You have to scan a code and go through a whole process to enter. It would have been a better experience if a staff member helped check people in rather than watching us fumble around trying to figure out. 3. $13 to enter is a bit too pricey. Overall, it's a nice addition to the community but I can't see myself returning on a regular basis. read more

I can't say enough good things about The Tailgate ATX! It's easily our favorite spot in Austin. My dog absolutely loves the splash pad -- he'll run through it for hours, and it's such a fun way for him to cool off on hot Texas days. The "Bark Rangers" are incredible too -- friendly, attentive, and always making sure all the pups are playing safely. The park is clean, spacious, and has such a great community vibe. read more

Fun and relaxing space to hang with the pooch after work. Grab a beer, food, and let the pup(s) play. Membership is worth it if you go more than a few times in a month. Day pass is pricey. Staff is awesome read more

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Safe and hassle-free. Great staff and chicken is low-key good! Our dog and kids love it read more

What a great place to bring your fur babies! It has everything and is set up well to keep everyone safe and happy. They have a splash pad and dunking pools for the dogs so they can stay cool on the hot days. And a large yard for the big pups and smaller area for the dogs under 30lbs. The attendants on hand were on top of picking up the dog poop and making sure all was on the up and up. We had the chicken sandwich and burger, they were okay. The margaritas were amazing! This pup had an amazing time and so did we. They have memberships that you can pay monthly or yearly and were super affordable!!! Around a dollar a day! Totally worth it for a safe and fun dog park experience. The owners came around a greeted us. Nice to support a local business with great owners. You can even rent a cabana for more privacy or for parties! Highly recommended visiting & getting a membership! read more

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I loved it here! Great food and lots of new friends! They have people out in the dog area that make sure the poop is being picked up and to break up dogs that are being too rough. I'm knocking a star bc they take your credit card to hold a tab, which I don't think is necessary. read more

Awesome new dog park. Had a slight issue with type of payment tolerated. I actually live in walking distance. I was registered online before opened. But they got it right second time. We try to visit all Austin dog parks. In fact if not for the awesome dog parks of Austin, would have put this in rear view during pandemic. The. APD is worst police agency I. World read more

We were trying a few dog parks for my pup to get more comfortable playing with other pups and Mutts was suggested to us by a friend. I must say, what a fun spot (with very limited parking). We were helped by a great young lady who helped us understand the monthly pass, the general rules of the park and all the ins & outs. I enjoy that they had a TV making it easier for dog parents to pass their own time; the folks watching the dogs did great and they were on top of it, they had little swimming pools filled with ice so the dogs can cool off. They have a decent shaded area but there's more unshaded than shaded area; a splash pad; and to eat / order any food, you have to walk outside of the play area so you're not leaving food crumbs in the dog play area. I love most the washing station, it was so nice to be able to rinse off my dog before getting in the car. While we didn't try any food, we definitely had some drinks and I can't remember the name of what I had but it was great! Perfect for a hot day while watching my pup have a great time. read more

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After a delayed opening because the city of Austin stinks with permitting this gem has finally opened! My husband and I took our dogs to the founders club soft opening event last night and had the best time! We live 2 minutes from here so it's going to be a frequent spot. I had a great greasy burger! And he had the chicken sandwich and my favorite kind of fries (the crinkle ones) and we both had cocktails. The margarita gets a little too icy for my taste so I would opt for rocks next time. As for the dog section, the bark ranger that was there last night was just the sweetest and she cuddled and pet our dogs like they were her own. All the other dogs were well behaved and we met a lot of friendly dog owners too! The cabanas are plush and relaxing so I can't wait for warmer weather to enjoy those! One of the owners Lisa was there to welcome us and gave us a swag bag and she was super nice and remembered me from Instagram. Very personable. Good job ladies! Can't wait to spend more time here soon! read more

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Okay, so.... I came to try this place out because a Yelp event was being hosted here. Vibes: 10/10. Love the idea of having a bar + dog park combo, so the humans can hang out & eat while the dogs get to run around. The space is pretty big and there's plenty for the dogs to do. There's a splash pad for those water loving dogs. Bonus: there's a bathing area if your pup gets dirty from running around. Also love that there's a dedicated play area for smaller dogs. They have staff members walking around and they interact with the dogs, make sure there's water and they were really good at picking up after the dogs. There are also cabanas you can rent for parties and such!! I'm only docking this place one star because I don't like how the only way you can bring your dog is if you're a member. If you want to come here just to grab a bite to eat, drink & listen to live music it's free - you just can't bring your dog. I have an older dog so I don't think I'd utilize this place, but I do encourage anybody with a dog to at least try it out! I do believe they offer day passes. The drinks we had were tasty and they offer typical bar food. Overall it was a great experience. read more

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Unless you pay $12.95/day or $35/mo per dog, you're limited to a depressing and tiny little concrete area by the entrance. This place won't last 6 months. read more

i can't say enough good things about this place. they have the best burgers and fries, drinks are immaculat. the staff is wonderful. my dog loves it here. they even have a little splash park area, that's covered. staff is super friendly and constantly making sure your dog has ice water. i would consider this place an upscale/luxury dog park and nice hang out spot. they have two large screens here and they put on the Austin fc game after we requested it. love this place. read more

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I have been to Mutt's a couple of times and this is why I gave them a two. Areas of improvement: Mutt Rangers being aware of dog behaviors and when a dog is being ganged up on or humped consistently be another dog. The Mutt Ranger was not proactive nor reactive until I asked for help. Mutt Rangers could mix more through out the dog park. I noticed a tendency that they would tend to hang with dog parents they knew and stand there. Owners of the fur babies tended to not monitor their dogs are have awareness where they were in the park. This also contributing to acting out behaviors being unchecked with the dogs. There was only one bartender on a Sunday to manage both windows. I would like to give a shout out to her for being very friendly given the business. Increase numbers of umbrellas Positive feedback The park provides plenty of running room and the splash pad. Drinks are reasonable priced. Plenty of room in the food/patio area. I see that there is a lot of potential for Mutt's and might try again in a few months. My feedback is based on my experiences in other bar dog parks. Dog parks and bars are great for both dog and parents to socialize read more

They charge you to go to the dog park, they make you get some sort of membership. It's absolutely crazy. You can order food and it's expensive and it's not any good at all, I will never return! read more

Kira, Kaitlyn and Desiree are amazing. Good convos, drinks and they each listen to concerns being made. They each deserve 5 stars. read more

We refer to Mutts as the "Canine Country Club!" Good food and great evenings - dog-driven, not just dog friendly

Surprisingly clean dog park. Friendly dogs and people for the most part, 25$ for unlimited monthly membership isn't bad at all! Lots of tvs and they seem to have fixed the "no shade" problem. Dog water park and baths available before you take your tired pup back home! read more

This place is like a human and dog oasis. The staff was very welcoming and gave us a tour of the place. It's way bigger than advertised. Great food and drinks. There was maybe 40-50+ dogs of all sizes. Every dog was very well behaved and friendly. You can relax on the lawn chairs while your dog runs and plays in the open area or splash pad. It was a lil vacation. Lots of staff that will watch the dogs while you eat and enjoy yourself. Met lots of friendly responsible locals . Found this place by accident and will be going back. Thank you to all the staff y'all are great!! read more

As a dog mom I go above and beyond for my fuzzy kid, and having such an incredible puppy park in Austin is PAWesome! Doggie splash pads, delicious food, cold drinks, & HUGE screen for watching movies and the big games, this park has it all!!! Plus, the private cabanas are perfect for your four-legged pals who might feel a little nervous making new friends right away - or to host a private BARKday party! Give this new place a try - it has something for every member of your family (whether they have 2 or 4 legs!) read more

Wow , what a neat place for dogs and us humans! Cold beer, plenty stuff for the dogs to do, the splash pad is awesome in the Texas summer. The food is good as well . I enjoyed watching sports on the huge screen ! Can't wait to go back! The waitstaff was very knowledgeable about their services. read more

so much fun at Mutts!! my furry babies had the greatest time and we enjoyed visiting with friends over a cocktail. Can't wait to go back. Highly recommend for anyone looking for fun with friends... furry and otherwise!! read more

Great place to take the pups and hangout. solid food and super fun atmosphere to meet other people. Will be back ! Servers were also pleasant and attentive read more