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.

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!

Good dive-y bar with great drink options, solid food, and friendly staff!…read more It wasn't too crowded during the day on weekend and it was nice to hangout with some snacks and beer. They have quite fun paintings on hanging there as well. A huge fan! They have good selection of beers (and e had some with cherry, I think). The fried pickles super hot, fresh, and have great texture.

Nice neighborhood dive bar with a large beer selection. The food here is what you expect in a bar…read morefood menu but still good. There is a fair amount of indoor space and an outdoor area in the back. You won't see a bunch of kids running around here if you are looking to get away from those breweries near by.

Come for the beer not the food. Fantastic selection of beer and super friendly bartenders…read more But this review is about their food truck that's run by Little House Kitchen (according to their online ordering platform). And BTW you can only order online with a qr code (this is always a bad customer experience imo). And just like this, the customer service isn't up to part. The fish is fantastic with a crispy hand batter. The fries were the absolute worst. Not crispy and tasted like I took some non name brand fries and threw them in an air fryer. And for $13 I expect more than 4 oz of fish. Sure there were plentiful fries but when they're that bad we both wasted money. But coming back to the service, with 3 empty bottles of malt vinegar and an empty ketchup dispenser and one guy working, of course I'm going to rate the service as bad. But let's face it, we come for the BEER!!

Cool place! They started decorating for Halloween. Seems like a local spot. If the weather is…read morepermitting sit outside! 8/10 Beers

A brownie with three scoops of ice cream, candied pecans, and caramel sauce isn't always a good…read morething. It should not be the size of a big box store. * * * Cover 3 is a fascinating place. It is a sports bar It has a million attractive wonderful aspects. It has a million pain in the neck aspects. Everything is a good news bad news joke. But the good news is pretty good. * * * I ran into the bad news right upon entering the restaurant. There was not a comfortable table to sit at anywhere in the restaurant except at the bar. Benches were so low that it was like being a four year old at the grown up table. I would have needed a telephone book to reach the table. Regular chairs don't face the TV so you have to crane your neck to see the sports. Comfortable curved sofa benches exist, but they are 500 miles from the TV. So I tried seat after seat after seat before ending up at the bar. The bar was okay. * * * The bar choices are ample and slim. There were surprisingly thin offerings on beer. There were WONDERFUL listings on bourbon and rye. I am a rye drinker, so I was in hog heaven. The tequila listings were pretty good too. Gin drinkers, scotch drinkers and vodka drinkers were just going to have to take what was available. The cocktail menu was about average. I was in a golden cloud of glory with all my choices. Angel's Envy Rye is first rate libation that is simultaneously fiercely peppery and sublimely smooth. Rough on the taste means usually means rough going down. This was BDSM with the grace of a feather. I was in love. * * * Chile con carne was a beautiful chili with brisket rather than the usual hamburger. Flavoring was superb. The brisket chunks were three times as big as you would comfortably want to put in your mouth all at once. You don't want to take a fork and knife to a bowlful of chili. So I was struggling to eat my meat all night while at the same time admiring the quality of the recipe. Cover 3 Kitchen Preppers: How much extra work is it really to cut your meat into manageablely sized pieces? * * * Garlic Mashed Potatoes had a picture of garlic walked in front of the potatoes while they were boiling. Garlic? What garlic? The handful of mouthfuls with butter were good. The rest was empty starch. * * * The human beings working the bar were fantastic. Two of the nicest and most helpful ladies working in the bartending trade. Good people count for a lot in a restaurant. * * * The sports televisions were great. Watching Duke eke out a one point win over Louisville in women's basketball was good times. * * * Then comes the dessert. Dark clouds. The brownie with three scoops of ice cream, candied pecans, and caramel sauce tasted fantastic. It was an irresistible end to a meal. But brownies should really really not be the size of a big box store. Remember from English class - "Enough! No More! Tis not so sweet now as it was before." The brownie was three to five times the size of a regular brownie - and this was before all the extra stuff was put on top of it. It was super rich and super good the way brownies are supposed to be. It was gooey the way super brownies are supposed to be. But the only human being in history who could have managed that sucker was Diamond Jim Brady, the notorious glutton of the Gilded Age. (Four T-bone steaks, two ducks, a half a dozen lobsters, three dozen oysters, two pounds of candy and an entire pastry tray were a normal dinner for him. He could go for more if there were special treats.) I went from being happy and in a good mood to being a little full, then more than full, then Jesus-Christ-I-Can't-Stand-It-Anymore. I left half of that brownie on my plate, and left Cover 3 nauseated and staggering. Not the way you want to end an otherwise fine evening. * * * Cover 3 has its definite attractions - even if you have to put up with the chairs. Bourbon and rye drinkers, take especial note. If you are going to have dessert, Bring a Sunday School bus full of second graders with you. One dessert will be enough to feed the bus.

This is a great place to go during NFL games. It get's pretty loud for UT games…read more Trace is a great mixologist and fun to chat with at the bar. He made me a great martini espresso. I did try a great red wine from California but it was chilled which is totally a Texas thing. You can't taste the flavors when it is cold. The air wasn't vacuumed out either. I will be back. The guys next to us had some great looking food.

After 3+ hours of fitness today, friends wanted to have Mexican food. I was totally down for doing…read moreso. One of our friends from Mexico City, Mexico says she wanted authentic Mexican food, and she says she always frequents Botanero Sports Bar when she comes to Austin. To be honest, I was skeptical...great Mexican food in a sports bar...sounded to me like an oxymoron. I was pleasantly surprised with the restaurant interior, food presentation and entrée authenticity. Loved the restaurant vibe...true Mexico. The only thing missing was a mariachi band. A band was coming in when we were leaving, so perhaps they were getting ready to play. Love mariachis...reminds me of home. After nibbling on complementary chips and salsa / spicy sauce, we ordered several dishes: fajitas, carne asada, flautas, and ceviche tower. The carne asada was hit and loved by the majority of us. The beef was tender and flavorful. Also, the plate came with refried beans, rice, onion, salad, and cactus along with tortillas. Most dishes came with rice and beans. The fajitas were served piping hot as you see streams of smoke coming from the skillet they were served on. The flautas were ok...would not order them again. In addition, while the ceviche tower was aesthetically beautiful, it was a bit bland. Important to note, was the serving dishes that were being presented throughout the restaurant such as a large soup bowl the size of a mixing bowl, a dish served in a large gray porous bowl that looked to be made from stone or shrimp served in a standing bowl that looked similar an oversized wine glass. It was so fun to watch all these presentations of food. Our friend had a birthday two days ago and we celebrated today. One of my friends ordered an appetizer/drink for the birthday girl. I have never seen anything like it. There were six cans of Modelo beer (beer had chamoy and tahine on the sides) covered on the top with cucumbers, shrimp, olives, and other mystery ingredients. This was so fascinating to watch. I ate a couple of spicy cucumbers but skipped the beer. My friends loved the beer! They ordered another Mexican beer called Victoria. This beer is from Mexico City. The restaurant staff provided our friend with a sombrero to wear while we sang happy birthday to her. They also provided a complimentary piece of chocolate cake. I was absolutely fascinated with experiencing this meal which titillated all your senses. I can honestly say this the most authentic Mexican restaurant that I have dined at in Austin!

I've been here several times and am never disappointed in their Al pastor tacos. So much flavor…read more Can get busy during lunch so beware. I usually come in a group of 4 and won't typically have any issues with seating.

We arrived around 4:30 pm on a Saturday afternoon. We waited at our table about 15 minutes before…read morewe realized we needed to order food and drinks at the bar. My friend who suggested this place, and met us, said they had come to the table to take their order the times she had been before. We had the fish and chips and I had queso on the fries. The coleslaw tasted terribly sour and was not edible, the fish was over fried in a tempura batter and the queso, while tasty, had the texture of queso that has been left in the slow cooker too long. Their onion rings have the same tempura batter which I normally like but these and the fish were very greasy. The drinks were moderately priced which was a plus so we would probably go back just to have some drinks.

This is a great neighborhood bar and they are very friendly and accommodating if you have a large…read moregroup and want to do a private party in their back room. The food is okay too!

Both a great outdoor hang - paired with friendly staff and tasty/reasonably priced drinks…read moreWorth a stop on Rainey

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.

I came here because a friend of mine is moving, so we all met here for lunch. The place has a cool…read morevibe, including outdoor games. I placed my lunch order using the QR code, but in the future I would probably go inside to order, as it felt like multiple steps. My son and I ordered burgers -- he got his with fries and I got mine with tots -- and my daughter ordered the hot honey turkey biscuit. It took quite a while for the food to come out, but what I will say is that the burger I ordered is literally one of the best burgers I have ever had. It had the right amount of savory, sweet, and crunchiness, along with the juiciness of the burger patty. I don't live in that area, but the next time I'm nearby, I would go there just to get that burger!

We met our family here for dinner on a Friday night. There is a plenty of outdoor seating and the…read morespace is dog and kid friendly. There are pickle ball courts available and a small playground and 2 yard games for kids. You order from your QR code at the table which makes the service quicker. The drinks and food came out quickly. I had the quesadillas which were really good and a big portion size. The grilled veggies in the quesadilla added so much flavor than your plain Jane quesadilla. There is a wide array of food options so even the pickiest eater can find something. This is a great hangout spot for large groups to unwind!

If your ideal hangout involves cold drinks, big games, and zero stress, The All Good absolutely…read moredelivers. The patio is awesome - massive, shaded, and built for lingering whether you've got the whole fam or just need a laid-back spot with friends. The beer selection is extensive, with taps from local brew cos. like Austin Beerworks, Celis, and Meanwhile Brewing. Whether you're in the mood for something light or dig a hazy IPA, they've got you're covered. Cocktails are solid too, and the staff has been really dialed in every time I've visited. There are screens everywhere, great for game days, including a giant one out on the patio that I wish I could put in my own backyard. Safe to say, this is now a go-to for big events like March Madness, Texas football and The Masters.

This area of Cedar Park is becoming quite the hot spot for dining, cocktails, and fun times. The…read moreAll Good is one the latest to join the Rail Yard scene. The All Good is kid and pet-friendly with a spacious patio with some games to keep the kids and adults occupied. TVs are everywhere, both inside and out on the patio. They do have the NFL ticket, and we have visited them on Sundays to catch a game. Husband likes that they have a couple of Par Tee games and is a frequent player with one of his friends. All Good has a pretty large bar with table tops and tables inside. There are picnic tables outside. The bar features many craft beers on tap and some very interesting specialty cocktails. Their Paloma is my favorite. There is a permanent food truck on site that serves up an excellent smash burger. They do have live music on the weekends. Service at the bar and tables is always friendly, and the servers make sure you are never sitting with an empty glass! Do check out this gem area in Cedar Park; there is something for everyone.

Pretty obsessed with wings right now. We've been making the rounds since Pluckers is an out for us…read morenow without hallelujah. My girls are begging for anchor wings nightly, the 9yo loves their retrial and the 7yo loves the jerk, I personally love the honey siracha and babe alert ranch. Now the honey siracha, it's listed as like the one of the hottest, no sir it's barely spicy at all, I still love it but just saying. Wait staff is always awesome, friendly and super helpful. Only complaint is we saw they have .99c wings on Tuesdays, it says limit 10, which was perfect for the girls and I since we can't eat more than 6. The waiter said it's a misprint and supposed to say 10 minimum. That was frustrating and sad because we would go every Tuesday if we could order less, 10 is way too much for all 3 of us and all 3 like different flavors so sharing won't work either. Love the hand cleaning station, although it looks like it could use a cleaning itself lol. But 5 stars because yesssss, the food and the service are so good. Wait one more complaint, sorry! The skillet cookie, way too expensive for what you get AND the skillet is tiny it's impossible to eat without getting burned. Knowing it was bringing hot and being careful all 3 of us still left with burns.

We loaded up or big goofy canine to give this place a try. Nothing went terribly wrong, but nothing…read morewas quite right either. Now, I'm sure it's great to have an air conditioned space for us dog people in the summer months, but it's a small space with bad acoustics that ultimately made our furbaby fairly anxious. Frankly, the food wasn't worth the wait and that hurt my heart a little since I spent a great deal of my formative years roaming around upstate NY eating wings modeled after the original Anchor Bar's offerings in Buffalo.