I always see this bar on social media and I finally decided to give it a try. This bar exceeded my…read moreexpectations with the drinks, the size, events, games, and shops. The actual bar is to the left of the entrance. I love that they have a variety of drink specials as well as nonalcoholic beverages. I was hoping to get a taste of the food, but the kitchen doesn't open until 4pm. I would also suggest coming later if you want to catch a show from the live band or explore their seasonal mazes. There's plenty of photo ops, jenga, corn hole, pool, foosball, connect four, pacman, and a few other arcade games. This place is completely filled with 80s, 90s, and early 2000s' nostalgia. It's the perfect spot of tourist and for native austinites. There also a lot of vintage signs from old stores and restaurants that were local to austin as well. I would say this spot is worth the hype! I also give bonus points for the shops & food trucks outside of the bar. The perfect place to hang out with friends and have some fun.

This place has showed on my Social Media feeds several times and while we were in the area on…read moreSunday we stopped by. Really great assortment of old signs, like walking through the Neon museum in Vegas but filled with old Austin haunts. We took a bunch of pictures and really liked the layout of the place, we gotta come back at night, as I am sure its even better.

I came across this place when coming to an AAPI market that was hosted on the property and I knew I…read morehad to come back for a proper meal. The space itself is very gorgeous with a lot of decorations adorning the walls. The high ceilings and windows also gave a very authentic SEA feeling and the whole space felt very cozy and comfortable. The staff were all super kind and friendly as well. For drinks we got the basil sparking fizz which was so refreshing and had the perfect citrus kick that I needed to wash down all of the rich dishes. For the food, we got the taro frites, egg rolls, larb, and crispy rice. All of these were amazing. The taro frites and egg rolls were super crunchy and not too oily and acted as good palate cleansers. The larb and crispy rice were also light but the flavors had a lot of depth. You can also tell that the meat was high quality cause nothing had a smell. It was an amazing dining experience and I can't wait to be back.

I haven't been to this place since it nearly first opened, but I need to change my review to a 5…read morestar because it knocked everything out of the park. At first, the menu was a bit limited and didn't have Lao staples like jeow som! But their menu has improved a LOT with great bar food versions of Lao dishes. You can't go wrong here with whatever you order (and thank god they kept that Lao hotdog lol), but there are some things you MUST get. It is VERY hard to get nam khao in Austin, but although there is no competition in the area, they still do it right here. It is SO good, perfect crunch, and finally has enough lime! It fixed that craving for me RIGHT up. Good crunchy peanuts and everything. They had a khao piak special as well. Normally I wouldn't really order khao piak because it's such a homey, easy-to-make meal in theory. But for some reason, I can't make it the same way as how they did it here. It was my favorite thing I tried last night. The fried chicken skin was an amazing addition that you'll end up fighting your friends for. Their tam mak hoong is also so legit. 17 chilis to make it, and you know they thum that papaya! The tomatoes were great for a sweeter bite. Although I'm pretty bad with spice, it wasn't the hottest I've ever had, which might be a bit more palatable for others. However, you can customize the level which is really nice for a place that makes smaller portioned food as a bar spot. The place feels like family and I enjoyed seeing such a diverse customer base come in. If you also wanna hear from good Thai music too... perk up LOL!

Had the absolute best time here. Visiting Austin from Long Beach ca, this was my favorite bar I…read morewent to. Definitely weird taxidermy which I'm not into, but also cool Christmas cozy vibes. Our bartender Juno made the experience a 5stars time. He was attentive and just a genuinely nice fellow. He made us the best drinks !! Tasty and strong. We also had to try their adorable mini ice creams- so cute and oh so delicious. I found out after the fact that may have a huge patio section in the back. A definite must visit if you're in Austin.

Super fun spot to hang out with friends - plenty of outdoor seating and outdoor bar too…read more Went Friday night around 10:30 and line to bar was super quick, drinks ordered in less than 5 minutes. We got the beet it and Jesus saves - I loved the Jesus saves lol it was gin and citrus and some cream - kinda like an orange Julius The beet it is mezcal and beet / passionfruit - very strong mezcal flavor if you like Smokey - my husband loved it.

I like the interior design-it has a cool church theme and I went during their "holy hour". Since it…read morewas my first time, I was not aware of how the service is. You seat yourself, so you don't need to make a reservation, which our group did. Their menu is not updated. Most of the food items are not available, including the one I was anticipating, the Higher Burger. Got the patty melt-this is ok, nothing special. Burger was pretty good. Cheese oozes over the patty. Mocktails are a bit too sweet, but I enjoy the flavor. Cauliflowers are sweet-I wish they were salty. If I go back, I would try some drinks and more burgers.

This place has a great vibe! The food and drinks were good, though the drinks are a little pricey…read more Great place to go for happy hour and the outdoor area is cool for shows.

One of my favorite bars in Austin. Some people might see it as a little divey, but that's honestly…read morepart of the charm. The atmosphere is always friendly, relaxed, and easy to settle into whether you're there for a quick drink or hanging out for the night. The drinks are consistently great, and they also have really solid weekday food specials. The sliders and tots are definitely the go-to items on the menu and always hit the spot after a few drinks. One thing I especially appreciate is how much effort they put into the themed décor during Christmas and Halloween. It really adds personality to the space and makes coming back during the holidays feel fun and memorable every year. Just an overall great neighborhood bar with good vibes and a lot of character.

I realize I haven't updated this review since relocating to Austin two years ago. As you may have…read morenoted from my previous review, I'd come here twice a year when visiting from the east coast. One of my stipulations for relocation was to be within walking distance of my beloved Nickel City. Guess what? I am! Less than a five-minute walk. I love this place so much. It's not always about drinking. In fact, quite often I'll do mocktails, water, or soda. It's about community and friendship. The vibe at NC can't fully be expressed in words. It has to be experienced. The staff treat locals and tourists like friends. And, if you're lucky enough, you actually become friends. They're like a family. Same can be said about patrons, whether regulars, sometimers, or tourists, everyone feels the love. Everyone just gets it! They have some of the best cocktails around. The frozen Irish coffee is incredible. Espresso martinis on tap? Yes, please! And if you want the best bar/comfort food ever then order from their food truck, Delray Cafe. Crinkle cut fries A+ Smashburgers A+ Hot Dogs A+ Grilled Cheese A+ Pizza Logs A+ Tater Tots A+ Everything on the menu A+ Be sure to give the gang in the kitchen (food truck) some love! They're putting out the real deal. Oh and let's not forget Steak Night! Much love to my fave neighbor, Nickel City!

We stopped by Lucille on the night of July 4th with some friends. It was pretty empty around 10:30…read morePM. The DJ was alright--he played some good tracks but didn't really mix or transition between songs much. The bartenders were pretty relaxed and even hyped up our friend when he started breaking out some crazy dance moves. The bar itself feels really dated and could definitely use a refresh though. Lucille Special Tea ($13.85): This is made with Deep Eddy sweet tea vodka, citrus juices, and soda. Unfortunately, it didn't taste cohesive or fresh. The tea even tasted slightly warm, which made me think the bartender didn't shake it properly.

Lucille is another one of the places that I'll make an exception for and makes me still love the…read moreoriginal concept of what Rainey Street was meant to be. The front porch entrance is inviting. The back courtyard and patio as well as the side has ample space and fun seating. The interior has a chic club feel. The staff are young, sweet, and superb. The cocktails are pretty and tasty. The prices are on par with most other places.

Cool little dive bar. Good and friendly bar service with a mix of different xmas themed cocktails…read moreand Christmas decor. We appreciated the $5 special which includes a small high life and a shot of whiskey. I'm pretty sure the pepperoni pizza we got there was digiorno though which I find a bit unusual.

We visited this cool bar initially because we had a coupon for a free cocktail from one of the…read moreapartment buildings we toured. We went on scooters on a hot day, and it was a great place to cool down and have a tiki drink! Our bartender was so nice and welcoming, and we had the whole place to ourselves. Very cute interior - loved the record wall and sign near the restrooms. There is a fun photobooth with hilarious photos people have taken too. They had just released a new drink menu, and I tried one that was made with vegan cream of coconut and tequila. It was SO good and refreshing. Prices are reasonable and they have a great happy hour too! We will be back at night time!

My visit here turned out to be a disappointment. I know that cocktails in Austin are not…read moreinexpensive but $14 for an old-fashioned that only filled half of a highball glass is absurd. The burgers were tasty and the patties were made from quality meat, but the waffle fries were kinda cold coming to the table. On the plus side, the seating was plentiful and comfortable, and the service was friendly. Overall, it was okay but there are plenty of other outlets that do it better.

On August 13th, we drove around the neighborhood after having visited Austin for the 1st time…read more We decided to find a place for some wings and of course drinks! What I didn't expect to find was an amazing gem! You may not think much of it until you step inside and get transformed into a lovely bar & restaurant with plenty of tables and TVs! We ordered a Burger & Texas Burger along with a side of tots. We also ordered the Buffalo wings as well as the Mango Habanero. Believe me when I tell you that there is some major heat (in a great way!) when ordering the MH because it will definitely make your lips smack!!!! That heat was a nice surprise considering the fact that when you think of mango habanero, you mainly get the sweet without the heat! For drinks we ordered an Austin Sour and a Cherry Kiss. Major shout out to the lovely bartender w/the little mermaid tattoo who gave us some hints about navigating DT Austin in regards to watching the bats. (we missed out but definitely going to try soon) I'll definitely be back for the wings!!! don't sleep on this business!

I found this via search of rooftop bars near downtown and I was pleasantly surprised at this…read morelocation and the venue itself. Arrived around 5:45-6 PM on a Thursday. This is gonna be located on the fifth floor in the JW Marriott. You have to walk through the pool area as this is on the west side of the building. Well, we didn't have a reservation and we were able to get sat right away. I forget the name of the individual who assisted us by placing our order. I ended up getting the espresso martini, and then my other person got an old-fashioned. I was asked if I wanted a shot of Bailey's with the espresso martini and that to me would've been way too much. The martini itself was almost kind of smoky. Not your typical kind of very crisp espresso martini had a nice foam on top of it. We also ended up ordering the sliders to go along as we had dinner reservations, and that bacon jam on there is magnificent. The sliders were all juicy and very well put together bun was very soft and the flavor of everything was really good. I would totally go back just for the sliders. Overall the service was great. The views were also quite stunning of downtown and the ambience overall which is very chill. The front part of the bar was actually closed due to a private event so I can imagine getting to take photos on that corner would be really pretty to see.

My friends and I had a FABULOUS time here. The ambiance is beautiful and so cozy! Without a res on…read morea Friday evening (around 6:30/7) we were able to get a nice, big cabana area. The couches were so comfortable and the ambiance was so pretty. In terms of the drinks and food, it was okay! Got the job done, but nothing to rave about. I enjoyed the sliders the most. I enjoyed my drink as well (5th Floor Cooldown) once we added the extra sweetener we requested. Without it, I wasn't a huge fan (wasn't sweet, despite being told that it was). Valet parking is only $15 (for 2 hours) with validation. I appreciated that, as it made parking not a headache.

Came out for the Girls Night dinner special with a wonderful group of ladies! This place is BUSY…read moreon Thursday nights. Make your reservations-very worth it. Girls Night has a wonderful $20 special. I did the mocktail with the chicken Cesar wrap and a side of sweet potato fries. Our server was great. Our waters never went empty. The ladies enjoyed their martinis! I enjoyed a nice sweet/spicy mocktail. The chicken Cesar wrap is totally a two meal size! It was amazingly delicious! The chefs kiss was their homemade jalapeno ranch for dipping. I need that in a bottle! It's delicious! The sweet potato fries were perfectly cooked and even better dipped in the ranch. It was a fun time! It's quite noisy, but to be expected with such a large crowd. It was a fun time for sure!

Came here for a quick lunch. The restaurant is very bright…read moreand clean and cute Service was meh. She looked so lazy and was just sauntering around The food was not bad but I will say it was a good price with half price burgers but if it was full price I would not be happy