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    The Tavern

    3.5 (494 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    THE TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Bar pretzels
    Josh P.

    We went yesterday for the Arsenal (soccer) watch party. It was almost full but we were able to grab a table by the door. She got a shiner cheers for $8 and I got a beautifully poured Guinness draught stout for $8 and we started with the bar pretzels with mustard and queso. They were really good with croissant like flakes and we both really enjoyed the cheese and mustard. We were thinking of getting the stroganoff and asked the waitress what her favorite dish was and ironically she mentioned that without knowing which way we were already leaning. It was really good...the sauce, the mushrooms, the steak....mmmm. They have buckets of domestics for $15 so we got one of those as well. The service was pretty solid overall. Started a little slow to get our first order but she was stopping by every few minutes after that and was friendly and helpful. I was quite happy with the experience overall, especially considering how busy they were.

    Karla D.

    Any place that will make my dog a scrambled egg is a-ok in my book. Whenever we go to Pease Park we like to swing by for a bite to eat. It's a neighborhood sports bar with large screen everywhere so if you're there to catch a game, you'll not miss a thing. We primarily go because we love the old school neighborhood vibe. It's just always welcoming. Lots of bars have great food and drinks but The Tavern ranks high in the ratings for comfort food. The portions are enough for two to share and the prices are really reasonable. Some of my favorite things are the classic house salad wrap, it's literally a salad in a wrap that you can also get with either grilled or friend chicken. The Tavern Burger is a classic cheeseburger and it's served on a homemade potato bun. Southern Chicken Salad is huge with generous servings of chicken pieces. Our boy Benji says two paws up!

    Classic Wings
    Jennifer V.

    Stopped by The Tavern to catch a basketball game and enjoyed the low-key vibe and solid menu selection. It's a good spot to relax and watch sports without the chaos of a bigger bar. Unfortunately, the experience was a bit mixed. The bangers and mash were disappointing--the sausages lacked flavor, and the mashed potatoes were just okay. Surprisingly, the veggies were the best part of the dish. Service-wise, it felt like the staff was eager for us to leave, even though we just wanted to enjoy the whole game.A more welcoming approach would have made the night much better. Overall, decent atmosphere, but the food and service could use some improvement.

    Kris C.

    Perfect mix of grit and elegance to be the perfect sports bar. Food was great, drinks cold & cheap!

    Chips & dip
    Amanda M.

    Great place to catch the KC Chiefs game if you're a fan in the area. My coworker and I had a hard time picking what to order because so many things sounded good. Went with some classic chips & dip and would 100000% recommend these!

    Bar, dining room
    Linda M.

    The Tavern is a cozy spot to have a beer, a cocktail, or a full meal. There are many screens about so if you're in the mood to watch sports, this is a great location to do it. Recently I saw the final four BB game (women's) while enjoying fish tacos, made with breaded cod, and a nice margarita. Will definitely go there again and try some other dishes. I subbed a side salad for the beans and rice, and it was very tasty with Crispy lettuce and fresh veggies. FYI the jalapeno ranch dressing does have a little kick to it, which I liked.

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    Danni G.

    Usually love this place but got the shittiest entree tonight that you would think nobody would allow to be sold, seriously. See my photo reference--ordered the White Wings and got the blackest crustiest shit I have ever witnessed--not to mention how bone dry the chicken inside was-- nobody should be subjected to such slop nor pay for it. Buyer BEWARE! Enjoy ACL the right way and don't go somewhere that allows this to walk outside of the kitchen

    Came to The Tavern on 12th and Lamar, to watch the game on my birthday. The food was great but the service was outstanding. Maddie was our bartender and she was super fun. Old Austin charm at its best!!!

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    Jordan B.

    I always love coming here the atmosphere, food and the staff are amazing! The management comes out often and asks for our experience and what we think can make it even better. They really pay attention to customers and you always have a good time.

    Tex Mex Burger and Sweet Potato fries
    Kia L.

    Stopped here with a friend after leaving Pease Park. I ordered the Tex mex burger and sweet potatoes fries which came to a total of $16.24. The food was fine, but the service was slow and rude, we wanted our check and the server took 30 minutes to check on us so we closed out at the bar. The place was mostly empty besides a few people watching a soccer game.

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    6 years ago

    Love the Ann Richards and fresh cut fries!! Beer is cold and staff is friendly without being fake!! Great little bar!

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    Watched the Super Bowl at The Tavern and it was Awesome. Beat Chief's bar outside of KC!

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    Great food, great service, fun and easy atmosphere! Burger selection ranges from delicious traditional to unique specialities!

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    Ask the Community - The Tavern

    Do they open early for EPL soccer matches?

    The Tavern is an Arsenal pub, so they are open for all AFC matches at any hour of the day.

    Is it 21 and up only?

    It's all ages

    I don't recall, is there an elevator?

    Just a dumb waiter for food.

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    We came here to watch the UT vs Vanderbilt game! Parking is obviously a challenge, and don't park…read moreat the CVS/Office Depot lot a block away because you WILL get booted. I was surprised to find a little gift/souvenir shop when I walked in, but quickly realizing the party's behind the second set of doors! They have covered and uncovered seating options and several TV screens. Not all of them were on, so I wonder what situation would call for all of them to be on.... The food ordering is through a QR code sticker on each table. When we went, they had a cute fall display for photo ops and a photo booth that is more permanent. I ordered the brisket & egg biscuit as well as the sweet potato fries. Didn't finish the fries but they were decently good even a little soggy! They also were super generous with the number of ketchup packets - I got 3 but only used 1. My only comment is that the bathroom was not the best, but it's definitely miles ahead a porta potty! Also shocked at how small the bathroom was, given how large crowds can get on game days (of all sports).

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    Uptown - Fried shrimp poboy

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    NOLA comes to East Austin. Aaron Franklin has hit another home run with revitalizing this historic…read morebuilding and offering a New Orleans vibe and menu. We only stopped by for a cocktail, but the menu looks fabulous. We did see some of their entrees, and the burgers looked wonderful. The shrimp cocktail had jumbo shrimp. Keeping with the NOLA theme, they serve po-boys, gumbo, raw Gulf and East Coast oysters, and grilled oysters. There is also a very comfortable shaded patio out back. A return visit to explore their menu is on our calendar. If you are an early bird, happy hour is Tues - Fri 2 - 6 PM.

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    Uptown - Interior (Saturday at 12:30 pm)

    Interior (Saturday at 12:30 pm)

    Uptown - Just say "Make it Salad," and your Bloody Mary shows up looking fresh--topped with our wedge salad and creamy house-made ranch.

    Just say "Make it Salad," and your Bloody Mary shows up looking fresh--topped with our wedge salad and creamy house-made ranch.

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    Typical event drink prices but nice open layout as an alternative to get away from the rest of the…read morecrowds. I came here before an Austin FC match prior to heading to my seat. It wasn't too busy so it was a great place to pregame inside. That turned out to be a good idea since shortly after getting my Karbach Ranch Water, it started to pour outside. I think it surprised everyone but no complaints as we were in this great space!

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    Pointsbet Sports Bar - A portion of the selection

    A portion of the selection

    Pointsbet Sports Bar - Entrance upstairs near the Zebra Gate at Q2

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    Pointsbet Sports Bar - Full bar of patrons escaping the crushing heat during Willie's 4th of July Picnic 2022

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