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    Yard Bar

    3.8 (439 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    YARD BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Grilled Cheese
    Amber L.

    A dog friendly area in Austin that sells food and drinks? What's not to love! We decided to stop by Yard Bar looking for a nice chill spot to spend a Sunday afternoon with our dog and here's what we found: parking is decent and the exterior of the place looks very nice and clean, the interior is very much the same. Like all other dog bars they do charge a fee to have your dog go into their dog park area but not for their general eating area. The fee is about $13 and you do have to fill out information there so be aware of that. We opted not to go into the dog park there as it was too hot and there weren't many dogs inside. From the outside it also looked like there wasn't too much shade for the dogs but again, hard to confirm as we didn't actually go in. They have water bowls available to grab your dog some water in the back which is a plus. When seated we ordered some food to get things started. We got a turkey dog, kids grilled cheese, and a chicken sandwich. You order up at the window and then they bring it out to you at your table which is nice. The food was a pretty big miss though, the kids grilled cheese was half a grilled cheese, which while we understand it's a kids version, it's just cheese and bread, give a full one. The turkey dog was a hit, at least with our dog cause he scarfed it down. The chicken sandwich on the other hand was awful. It came with about 7 pickles which made no sense, it was also a bit burnt and way too salty. If we hadn't paid like $13 for it, we probably wouldn't have finished it. To be honest with you, Yard Bar does not feel like a standout spot. If you're going to pay the money for the experience you may as well go to Mutts, which in our opinion is a much nicer experience.

    Nicole G.

    What a phenomenal concept! The staff are always so friendly, the vibe is relaxed, and the bar offers a nice variety of alcoholic and non alcoholic options! I love how you can trust the staff and other responsible dog owners to play and fawn over your pup in a SAFE and well kept environment. While mine love to sit on the tables, it's great for dog socialization and has certainly taught my pup a thing or two! 100% worth the membership but also day passes available too which is really cool. Since moving out of Texas, I have not been able to find something even remotely close to this and I miss it so much!!!!

    Lori H.

    This is a great place to bring your neutered pups to run, play, and socialize. We try to come at least once a week. They offer day passes and other options, such as multiple-day passes or a monthly membership. One thing to note is that this is not daycare. They have friendly staff to help keep an eye on the dogs, but it is still the owner's responsibility to control their dogs. About the space, inside the main area is a huge fenced-in area, and adults can drink and hang out. Due to the dogs, no food, personal toys, or dog treats are allowed. On the other side, that's not fenced in; they serve food, but the dogs have to be on leashes.

    Tomas R.

    What a fun spot especially for those of us who are dog lovers but don't own one. Here at the Yard Bar, I can get my doggie fix here while enjoy some drinks with friends. For those of y'all with a dog, they do offer a day pass or membership for furry animals. What's neat about this spot is dog owners are allowed to let their dogs roam leashless. One thing I want to stress is this place is not meant to replace doggy day care. It isn't the Yard Bar's responsibility to make sure your dog is ok. It's like a playground, dog owners take the responsibility to keep an eye on their dog. I mean they are animals after all... As for the bar, I enjoy they have a full cocktail program and you can get your fix of sliders while on-site. Just know you have to eat your food at the designated benches outside by Fat City Stacks.

    Neeti B.

    I went by here a few weeks ago for a happy hour. They do charge a small fee if you have a dog but for all humans it's free. The drinks were great. It was fun spot for a networking happy hour as everyone could bring their dogs to play while we all chatted. The outdoor area was way bigger than I thought it was going to be. All of the doggos seemed to have a blast. There's a lot of room to run around and enough picnic tables for us to chill at.

    Dogs run the world
    Karson S.

    A great idea, but conditions today were less than ideal. From what I understand, their food license has been taken away recently so no food available, only drinks. Drinks (such as their house marg) were good, but some were quite small. The place was packed with dogs and due to some recent rain (within the last 2 days) it was still pretty muddy. Staff was helpful when they could be and did give dogs water & clean up some puke from the ground when it happened. Pups were having a great time, but unlike a dog park some owners were drinking / working / checked out and not making sure their dogs were playing nice. Dogs were also all over the picnic tables which was cute, but wish there were some higher options so random dogs can't just hop on your table and knock over your drinks. There was supposed to be a separate small dog area but no one appeared to be using it (unsure if it was due to mud or something else). Overall, I like the concept but without food, not sure why people would pay to go here vs other free (BYOB) dog parks.

    Stephanie J.

    Yard Bar was such a fun time. My friend and I took her dog here and spent 3 hours playing with dogs and drinking. I really liked the drink and merchandise options too. The park is free for humans but the dog charges depend on what pass or subscription you choose.

    Pups
    lea c.

    Our 2 year old puppy really enjoyed herself. Couldnt wait to get in. The price is decent. Once we got settled in we got hungry and thirsty. So we ordered a couple drinks and burgers. Only thing I wish they had were tvs so hubby could watch sports.

    Junie B. Jones at Yard Bar.

    Absolutely favorite place to take my dog in Austin! The staff is wonderful. They truly care for your dog. I have a toy aussie and they always help me watch her around the bigger dogs. There is a seperate area for small dogs but it's always empty & takes away the socialization feature.

    Kevin B.

    Yard Bar is an amazing concept - it's where a dog- friendly park meets bar! There used to be a restaurant attached to it, but it closed down unfortunately. Margo had the time of her life! She made new friends, got to run around and play. They even have attendants that pick up after the dogs which is pretty cool. They charge a $9/fee per per and provide WiFi - could probably setup shop and get some work done here if you wanted; highly recommend!

    Dogs!
    Jessica M.

    I like moscow Mules but I've never had a frozen one. It was AMAZING! A nice relaxing evening watching happy dogs playing and a delicious drink in hand. What a great place!

    Top: Spicy Deviled Eggs Bottom: Yard Burger
    Christina H.

    My pups and I loooooove Yard Bar. You can purchase a monthly pass, which gets you and your pup unlimited entry for a month, a day pass, or a 5 day pass. There are 2 parks, one for the small pups and one for the large pups. Unfortunately, just like any enclosed dog park, the large pup park has all the fun! It's connected to the bar, has ample space to run around in, and has just as many tables as it does space. The small pup park? Not so much. It has maybe 3 benches and a little course-- that's it. I usually take my boys into the large pup park, and try to find other little ones to play with. If you are purchasing food, you have to step outside of the dog park and walk to the opposite end of the bar. The food is excellent bar food, and they also have items on the menu for your pups.

    Nice vibe
    Ryan S.

    This place is a guaranteed good time for you and your pup! Always fun and a good energy in here year round. There is always events here so check Instagram to see what is going on any particular day. My main point of advice would be to always keep an eye on your dog. It can be annoying for someone's dog to be constantly barking in your face or just being a little too aggressive with the other dogs and the owner is nowhere to be found. I would give 4 stars here but I think the drinks are a little pricey and with that said I think it's a little odd to ask for tips for the park staff as you check in.

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    Ask the Community - Yard Bar

    Does it stay wet after it rains?

    Yes, it does. Most of the seating is wooden and the yard is dirt/mulch. It dries out pretty quick when it's warm though! They have a dog wash station to rinse your pup before you leave if they get too muddy though!

    Can you bring your own food from outside?

    Hello friend, Yard Bar has a counter service restaurant. No outside food is allowed.

    Review Highlights - Yard Bar

    We paid for the day pass to test things out and will definitely be back for that monthly membership.

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