5/5 for vibes, but 3/5 for the actual drinks. This is a newer spot right on Rainey St, and the…read morehouse has been completely updated and revamped. The outdoor patio has one of the biggest screens on Rainey, making it a solid choice for watching live games. They also have great weekday and weekend deals, plus two different boozy slushy flavors. Unfortunately, the slushy machine seems to be broken pretty often, so if you're like me and that's exactly what you came for, it can be a bit of a gamble. They also don't always pick up the phone, so it's hard to check ahead. Their espresso martini is very strong, both in espresso and liquor, so take that as you will. All in all, it's a solid spot to mingle and hang out, especially if you're looking for a more laid-back place to grab a beer, White Claw, or watch a game with friends.

Rating: 4.2/5 This…read moreis one of the nicer bars on Rainey Street, with a decor style that really stands out. The interior is unique and gives off a fun, laid back college bar vibe. They offer daily drink specials, and we stopped by on a Tuesday night when margaritas were $3. I ordered a frozen margarita, which was pretty good, especially for the price. There was a live musician playing during our visit, which added to the overall atmosphere. Side Piece Pies is also located down the hall, making it easy to grab a slice of pizza to enjoy with your drink.

Very Spacious,wasreted forprivate viewig of FIFA WC. Tis placeas lotsof room ad a big bar and games…read morehighly recommend

Picture this: it's 100+ degrees on July 4th at the first-ever concert being held at Q2 stadium, the…read moreiconic annual Willie Nelson's 4th of July Picnic that runs for 12 blistering hours from 11a to 11p. For reasons that make no sense to any experienced summer festival-goer, the Q2 powers-that-be decided to make this a "no re-entry" event, meaning that attendees are basically locked in the stadium with very few options for relief from the heat. Thank heaven for PointsBet Sports Bar! PointsBet Austin is located inside of Q2 stadium on the north end near the Zebra Gate, up some stairs just to your right as you enter the gate. They have cold air-conditioning, at least one phone recharging station, a few table games, seating for at least 50 people, and standing room for a couple hundred others. Plus, there's a huge horseshoe bar serving plenty of canned and mixed beverages. The whole north wall is floor-to-ceiling windows, providing plenty of natural light. Lastly, there are 18 flatscreens around the walls showing various sporting events and during our concert, a couple were streaming a live view of the concert stage. As expected, prices were "high" (like everything else in Austin these days), but they were in line with pricing available at the other beverage stands outside in the stadium, so we didn't pay any more than we would have out there for the same drink. According to their website, PointsBet opens 3 hours before soccer matches on regular Q2 game days, and it's one of the few air-conditioned places where non-VIP attendees can get a break from the goings-on outside.

Daughter and I came here just for dessert. She had been here before, said their Bread Pudding was…read morefantastic. We came we ordered it, and she was exactly right. A dynamite, fantastic dessert indeed. The caramel is a salted caramel without a doubt, and the texture and taste were nothing short of phenomenal. Highly highly recommend. We had already eaten dinner, only here for dessert. Would like to return & try their gumbo and one of their po'boys.

Atmosphere | 5/5 I…read morereally enjoyed the ambiance here! Both the indoor and outdoor spaces are nice, but I personally prefer the patio. If you're sitting outside, I'd recommend avoiding the tables closest to the street. The patio offers a much better atmosphere. Food | 3.5/5 The oysters were REALLY good! So fresh! I especially loved watching them shuck the oysters right there. There's something about seeing them freshly opened that makes the experience even better. The steak, however, was disappointing. It was pretty flavorless and really needed more seasoning. I'm not sure if a marinade or a more generous amount of seasoning would help, but it was definitely missing something. A good steak should have plenty of flavor on its own, and this one just didn't deliver. The fries were good, though! No complaints there. Drinks | 4/5 I enjoyed my drink! It was well-made and tasted great. Service | 5/5 The service was excellent! Everyone was friendly and attentive, and I really appreciated the hospitality. Overall Experience | 4/5

Absolute staple! Whether you're booking pickleball courts with friends, letting the kids loose on…read morethe playground, or hanging out with your dog, Bouldin truly has it all. The vibe is unmatched, especially on game days or for hosting any kind of gathering (work parties, dog parties, kid parties, you name it!). The food truck options are fantastic, but you have to order the Crunchwrap. Seriously, it's next-level and completely puts Taco Bell to shame!!! You just can go wrong here. Highly recommend!

We must have driven by Bouldin Acres dozens of times and pretty much had no idea that it existed…read moreuntil some friends suggested it as a meetup spot to watch the World Cup last weekend. There's this huge building that looks like an unassuming co-working space, but it turns out that there is a whole fun world behind it! They have a great setup: there's a little playground, a paddle board court, corn hole, etc to keep kids entertained and they had a huge screen set up to watch the game. And tents! Thank you for having tents and misters! The ambience is spot-on. Overall, we were happy with everything that we ordered to eat. The buffalo cauliflower bites were a bit too saucy, but nice and smoky. The CM Chopped Salad--which was NOT chopped--had a ton of good veggies and a fun dressing. Our daughter managed to finagle two orders of chicken fingers and those were slightly better than the normal junk that comes out. Cold beers on tap, Aperol Spritzes on a hot day--what is there to complain about? We were glad to be leaving when we did because the place was starting to get slammed and rowdy and not as appealing, so be mindful of the partying witching hour. But for a late afternoon World Cup meet-up with friends, this was a good time. Four stars.

We were in downtown and I looked around trying to find a sports bar to watch some playoff baseball…read more There was a Thursday Night Football game that took priority, but they gave us a table outside with a view of the Brewers game. Had the fried dill pickle chips which were a decent sized order and pretty tasty. The Mexican Martini was an enormous portion. I thought it tasted like a margarita with a splash of olive brine. Not exactly my thing, but this is definitely a value if you like it. The servers were great. Got our drinks and food and then let us watch the game.

I had the warmest most welcoming afternoon lunch here while attending a work conference in Austin…read more This spot is conveniently located just across the street from the Marriott downtown and they had a bit of everything on the menu. My server was great and attentive, he made sure I was getting the best bang for my buck. I love wings and during football season the wings are $1 each on Sundays. So I got those and a salad, some veggies and a drink and it was all delicious. I love the Mezcalito, and had fully intended on going back but didn't have enough time. Absolutely worth checking out.

Solid pub at the corner of Lavaca and 4th - I stopped by on my last evening in town…read more The place was almost empty - I sat at the bar and chatted with the two bartenders, ordering a pint of Guinness on tap and a hot pastrami sandwich with a side of Caesar salad. Both hit the spot! While I was enjoying my food, a large group of young folks showed up with candles and cake for the lady bartender (it was her birthday!). I sang the happy birthday song along with them, to her embarrassment! It was a memorable way to end a nice meal!

The atmosphere is everything here. Cozy yet classy is the best way I'd describe it. My friends…read moreraved about the espresso martini here. So of course I had to try the smooth coffee goodness that it was. This place is a little on the pricey side, but the service and environment make it worth it.

I loved it! It reminded me of a lot of the pubs that I went to while in Germany. We were looking…read morefor a place with great beer and a nice outdoor space and this was perfect. The beer selection was impressive and we really enjoyed our selections. We ordered food from the food truck and it was so good! I ordered the wings and they didn't have them left in stock so the chef offered me the chicken sandwich and a side to even out the cost and we got the fried cheese curds. This was an absolute win because I would go back solely for the fried cheese curds.

Wide selection of beer. They have good cheese curds which is what's important. The Danish hot dog…read morewas not bad. Overall the food value was pretty fair. Dark beer is served all year long. There is a lot of covered outdoor seating and street parking it's available around the corner.

pluckers rarely disappoints on the food, but what was special about this visit was the staff. josue…read morewas jovial and friendly and truly such a joy to get to be served by. even another server who was just running drinks took the time to answer multiple questions my table had happily (thanks blonde girl with the ponytail, you're amazing). for a saturday night the wait wasn't bad and food came out quickly. thank y'all!

I have family that lives in TX, and everyone and their mothers swear by Pluckers that they have…read moresome of the best buffalo wings around, so it was time for my inaugural visit. Upon entering, I was paired with THEE LOVELIEST SERVER Sanhya, and she was just the best. Ironically, I came on "National Wing Day", so they were running some pretty good specials: $1 Wings (min. 10 wings per order) and $2.50 pints of Dos Equiis. For my sauce, I chose a spicy garlic parmesan (yes, you can mix 2 sauces together) and paired it with dill pickle dusted tater-tots. Wings: they weren't "piping hot " on arrival which was a bit sketchy -- some were even cold to touch (YIKES!). However, most of them were at least a bit warm. Flavor-wise, do I need to go out of my way for wings at Pluckers?? NAH. These wings are decent, but nothing to write home about. Tater Tots came out dill pickle dusted, but they were either fried at a low temperature that they retained oil, or were not properly drained. Either way, they weren't very crunchy, light in color, and all the seasoning was wet and fell off the tots. Overall, unimpressed but still came out somewhat satisfied as I only paid $20 and some change for the whole meal. Not a 3. More like a 3.5. Inside was clean and could probably fit 75pp.

Because this is a bar near UT, there tends to be a bit of a younger crowd. So, absolutely a college…read morebar. However, now and again I need to be on or near the campus, and this is a great place to stop for a quick beer. I tend to swing by at times when they aren't filled with the college crowd. I really like that the staff and patrons don't seem to mind or notice the age difference. Service is really good and usually that would be surprising at a college bar. Not here, they are on it. Friendly, efficient, and professional. The prices, as you might have guessed, are quite affordable. Again, college bar. Overall, I appreciate being able to swing by and not made to feel uncomfortable.

This West Campus bar has some solid drink deals, dollar beers on Tuesdays and $8 teas on Thursdays,…read morebut that's about where the perks stop. The crowd is mostly 21-24-year-olds, and it gets extremely crowded on busy nights. Service can be frustrating; I waited 30 minutes for a drink because the bartender skipped me in line. The place sometimes smells like cigarettes and weed, which can be off putting if you're not into that scene. Their green tea and white tea shots are tasty but pricey, around $20 for three. On the upside, the blue tea is excellent and definitely worth trying. Good deals for the college crowd, but long waits, chaos, occasional smoke, and expensive shots make it hard to fully recommend.

Amazing Food, Incredible Drinks & Fantastic Service!…read more What an absolutely fabulous experience at Moonshine Grill in Austin! From the food to the drinks to the service, everything was fantastic! Jessica took great care of us and made our visit even more enjoyable. The ambiance was also really nice, with cute rocking chairs out front and lots of mirrors all over the walls. We had the grilled cheese sandwich with burnt ends, and WOW! The combination of the amazing onions and gooey, delicious cheese was out of this world! We also ordered the sweet potatoes, and I cannot say enough about how good they were! Perfectly sweet and absolutely delicious. Seriously, SO SO good! And the drinks? The lavender lemonade was AMAZING! Refreshing, delicious, and the perfect complement to an already fabulous meal! Between the incredible food, fantastic drinks, and Jessica's wonderful service, this place was a winner all around! If you're in Austin, Moonshine Grill is definitely worth a stop! We loved every bite and sip!

Don't sleep on Moonshine Grill! We've been here a number of times and recently returned for dinner…read moreafter an event at the Fairmont Hotel. We somehow snagged nearby street parking and a table for two with no wait despite it being a busy Saturday evening after a UT football game. Make a reservation if you have a large party or are on a tighter schedule. It's a bit loud for those seated in the lobby/entrance area, but totes a vibe. For food, we ordered the blackened catfish, brisket burnt ends quesadillas, and harvest bowl to share. Everything was delicious and served quickly, even with the aforementioned dinner rush. 10/10 would order the same items again. I was so appreciative of the server splitting the entree over two plates without us asking. Did I mention the complimentary popcorn and cornbread? Twas a FEAST. I'm already thinking about the next time we're going back! If not for Moonshine, definitely for the speakeasy downstairs.