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    Daydreamer

    4.1 (61 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Hannah K.

    Bright, airy, casual, and comfortable, the vibe is more upscale cafe than dive bar. Make no mistake, the drinks are meant for after hours rather than study session-fuel, playful without being gimmicky, and strong enough to remind you you're still imbibing. That said, there's a reasonable array of NA drinks for all your sober needs, too. They've got the classic cocktails covered and some creative new mixes for when you want to try something different. Prices are quite reasonable for the location and quality, making it feel like world apart from the madness on the rest of 6th St. Add in friendly staff, great dog-friendly patio, and a playlist that skips the clichés, and you've got one of the more refreshing spots on the strip.

    Taylor M.

    If you want to have champagne, a bump of caviar, and feel cute, Daydreamer is the place. It's low key and you ca bring your dog!

    Clink clink
    Alyssa Marie H.

    You'll daydreaming with their garden scape outdoor seating. Nice cocktails and a friendly crowd of people come through here.

    Frozen Strawberry Aperol Spritz
    Lauren W.

    This was such a cute cocktail spot! It feels tucked away from the rest of the street because of all the plants. There's plenty of seating in the front, inside, and backyard. The staff is also super sweet - the bouncer was giving us great recommendations on places to check out in Austin. We really enjoyed our drinks. They were both tasty and really pretty. The frozen aperol spritz was especially refreshing.

    Brooke D.

    What a cute bar! I came here for a drink on my friends birthday and we had a good experience overall. The bar itself is beautiful and has some nice indoor and outdoor seating. However, I do think the cocktails are a bit expensive and the bartender was not particularly friendly. Overall I would come back, but hopefully next time I have a more positive experience.

    Noanya S.

    Daydreamer was on my to try list and I was in the area and stopped by. I love the openness of the space but everything else was just ok. A little pricey for what you get in my opinion. The drink was just OK and so was the staff. Nothing awful just not memorable ‍

    Danielle M.

    Yummy cocktail bar! The frozen Aperol spritz was sweet and a fun twist on the classic. The naked lunch cocktail was great and well balanced. Fun music and good bartenders, nice to have both the indoor and outdoor areas

    Adrianna H.

    Great spot for a pre dinner drink! The dirty martini was phenomenal- my only wish that they had blue cheese stuffed olives! Patio had nice fans so it was cool in this summer heat! Great vibes all around!

    Toymaker
    Bethany A.

    Daydreamer isn't all aesthetic. In addition to the cute interior and great outdoor patios in the front and back, they also serve really refreshing, high quality cocktails. I tried the Toymaker and really enjoyed it. I reminded me of a lightweight, refreshing old fashioned. I sat at the bar. I was disappointed in the lack of serve provided by the team. I felt like after the first drink, I was pretty much ignored. There were a bunch of people working the bar too. That was disappointing. Service was definitely 3/5.

    Stephanie P.

    We went here for a friends birthday and one of our last stops. Decor was nice place APPEARED inviting however The door staff and bartenders weren't friendly and all seemed as if they could care less on our experience there, drinks were on the expensive side and not great. It was also extremely hot and humid Inside even though there wasn't a lot of people in there. It's was quite a hot evening and it was almost cooler outside then it was Inside. I don't think I'll be back.

    Nhu L.

    This is probably my top 3 favorite bars in East Austin. The ambiance is very dreamy and nice with three locations to enjoy a drink at - the front yard, the bar inside and the backyard (food truck also available!). It's dog friendly which I love and they always have the best drinks. I love it during holiday times because the decorations are so cute! I think this is a great place to start or end the night.

    Beautiful bar
    Tomas R.

    Another great addition to E. 6th, Daydreamer is an ethereal cocktail bar that feels inviting and whimsical. With a touch of Palm Springs and Tulum within their interior, this chapel like bar has every beverage you can think of. Don't think of this as a dark low-lit bar, but more of a community space to connect over drinks (and pizza). From frozen cockies (love a real housewife reference) to a classic old fashioned, or martini service with a caviar bump -- Daydream has you covered. The drinks are flowing and there is so much seating and standing room, but if you gravitate to the outdoors, enjoy their outdoor seating out front and in the back. This place is so welcoming and has plenty of photo ops. When you're ready for a nosh, head back to the semi-permanent spot of allday and grab their delicious pizza. I can't rave enough about Daydreamer and will be back!

    The bees knees!
    Stephanie W.

    Came again for a birthday party. Drinks: still SO strong, but made very well! Staff: still super helpful, very willing to answer questions. Ambiance: still very laid back and casual; being here late (7:30-8pm) demonstrated it's a low light place, but not overly romantic - just low key! Also went to the bathroom here - omg the bathrooms are SUPER nice and clean, very cute too!! Wasn't expecting that. This is a great bar - again just be mindful some of their drinks are SUUUPER strong. Ask the bartender for details before you order, they'll give you the skinny!

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    Order with Jordan, and Jordan only. Espresso martini and passion fruit daisy specifically!

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    Great vibe. Kind staff and service. Cute bathrooms. Nice place to grab a little snack and some drinks for a catch-up.

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    The Doorman was extremely rude. Unlike anything I've ever experienced as a native Austinite.

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    4.6
    (29 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    Papercut is another one of those fabulous places close to my home (as in walkable) that I've been…read morewanting to get to and finally did with a group of friends made through Yelp. I felt the vibe instantly, like as soon as I put one foot in the door. Magical, sophisticated, worldly, wonderful and more were the feelings that spontaneously hit me. The dark and elegant decor, lighting, design, & layout made me feel as though I were in a high-end Tokyo cocktail lounge. The front room as I mentioned is an intimate bar and lounge area with artwork adorning the walls. It's a modern, minimalist, and sleek space. The artwork is ever-changing (every couple of months or so) and the cocktail menu changes right long with it. Note: artwork is available for purchase. What an absolutely glorious way of combining different mediums (liquid art vs physical art). The craft cocktails & mocktails are the epitome of works of art. I've had great cocktails and mocktails elsewhere but honestly I'd be hard pressed to find anything on this level. You're taken into an entirely different realm just watching the genius of mixologists. It's mesmerizing watching them hone their craft. In the back of the lounge is an enclave of eclectic art and other pieces that then leads you to Konbini, the sushi bar. It's an industrial, warehouse vibe with a long counter that screams hip, Tokyo inspired, late-night eatery. Service is impeccable and welcoming at this cosmopolitan venue. It's truly an amazing experience.

    I am going to leave a similar review here that I am planning to leave for Konbini because at the…read moretime of writing, Papercut and Konbini were doing service in the same room. I was pretty bothered by my experience here. Even aside from their mid drinks, it felt like we were constantly chasing down servers and they were only attentive when they needed something from us. We went to the photobooth to take pictures before we sat down, but the machine ate my money and broke down. I let a server know, and he came back and said he would comp $20 off of our meal, which I was happy about. I honestly only wanted them to refund me my $10 for the photobooth strip. However, they came back a few minutes later and gave us a photo card and told us to use it to pay for the photobooth and it could be used an unlimited amount of times. I was also happy with this solution, but what happened afterwards left a bad taste in my friends' and my mouth. We hadn't gotten menus or been asked what we wanted to order yet. We were just waiting around for drink menus and food menus, so we didn't want to get up and go take photos when they might come back to take our orders. The manager (?) came back to me a few minutes later and asked if we had taken photos yet, and I let him know that we were waiting to be given menus. He said someone else would give us menus, and another server gave us only a drink menu. A few minutes later, we are still waiting for food menus. The same manager came back and asked us to not lose the photo card. At this point, we were frustrated. Why come back constantly to ask for a photo card when we haven't even been given our food or our menus yet? When we finally got our food, a different server asked if we had given back the photo card yet. They were so pressed about getting this photo card back and not actually getting our orders, and we also thought it was a bit distasteful to offer a solution (the $20 off the meal) but then go back on it with the photo card. It was presented as "unlimited" swipes but we were rushed to give the card back, and realistically, we only had enough time to take one set of photos. The drinks themselves were truly just okay. I don't think any of us were particularly impressed with our drinks, but the interior of Papercut is really nice and intimate.

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    4.3
    (676 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    These are moments I think why do I live in San Antonio ( and often work in Austin ) when I can just…read morelive here and enjoy great restaurants, bars and weird gothic haunts like this with weird dark goth decor, a scent of palo santo , superb music, a great crowd and amazing drinks! College me would have lived here !! Enjoyed a French 75, my husband enjoyed a smoked Old Fashioned and it was a great place to grab a drink prior to seeing Springsteen at the Moody seated amongst candles , a weird alter of sorts while enjoying some Stevie Wonder as is playing now though some weird NIN or Type O might have been more appropriate

    I went to Whisler's and had one of the worst bar experiences I've ever had…read more I had one drink. I was completely sober for all intents and purposes. The bartender claimed I was drunk and cut me off anyway. I was at the bar talking to a girl while waiting to get a drink (the wait was long because the service is very slow, despite the bar not being very busy at all). She was clearly into me, and the bartender kept jumping in trying to talk to her too (instead of doing his job making drinks). He was doing all sorts of things to try and flirt with her and make her laugh: pulling out and showing her buckets of pre mixed cocktails, running and sliding under the bar, etc. She was engaging with both of us , and right in the middle of that, I get cut off out of nowhere. No explanation other than claiming I looked drunk, which I very clearly wasn't. It felt very clear what was going on--he wanted me out of the way. I left and asked the bouncer on my way out if I seemed drunk. This was literally two minutes later. He said no, not at all, and asked me why I would even ask that. I then told him exactly what happened and asked him to let the owner or whoever was in charge know about this extremely unprofessional conduct so they can discipline the bartender. His response was that the bartender has discretion to cut anyone off, and let me know the bartender is supposedly married so he couldn't have been flirting with any of the customers. Well, sounds like his logic is flawed--not only COULD he flirt with his customers, he WAS, and was therefore cheating. I hope his wife finds out. This is perfectly representative of Austin customer service lately and not normal in other places. I was in Tampa for an entire month earlier this year and this would've been unthinkable there. I'm not coming back.

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    Nickel City

    Nickel City

    4.4
    (234 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    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!

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    From left Nui nui new year and holiday on ice, loved both, but holiday on ice was my fav.
    From left Nui nui new year and holiday on ice, loved both, but holiday on ice was my fav.
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    Busy Signal

    Busy Signal

    3.2
    (33 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    Such a nice find, went one time for a longhorn game and had to go back again for their wings…read more Their wings are sooo good, they have a perfect crisp coat to them, if they were spicier they would be a bit better. 9/10 The fries were good, can't go wrong with them, also a nice crispy to them not too soft. 7/10 Great music, will definitely be back! The only downside this visit was our waiter would get sidetracked and so we didn't get something we ordered. They also do a pre-authorization on some cards so just beware of that charge but it does go away! Overall great experience can't wait to go back!

    Y'all, I was so excited to go to the busy signal for the first time! Especially with the cool…read moreChristmas theme going on right now and DJ Hella Yella was there. But I should know not to get my hopes up... Storytime... We had a resy for 8 at 9:45 for a birthday, we arrived at 9:45 there was no clear spot to check in, we asked around and they pointed us to the water station by the entry. After finally being greeted, we were told our section wasn't ready, the other party hadn't left yet. The server / hostess seemed frazzled and kept running around trying to get us a section and talking to people about leaving. We stood there waiting for about 30 minutes. Then we were finally seated in a section barely big enough for 6, we were crammed in like sardines, sweatin. We asked the parties next to us if they could push over a bit so we all could fit, luckily they were friendly and accommodating. We were greeted not too long after being seated, Our order was taken by the first server, It took about 30 minutes for drinks and food to start to come out. The birthday girl ordered a hookah and it took an hour and a half for it to come out. Then we were not checked on for about an hour, We finally ordered more drinks and then we never received them, We asked three different servers and were told several times that they were taking care of it and it was never taken care of, We left at 1:15 without ever getting our additional orders. One of the servers told us that the bar was crazy busy and that they were probably making our drinks and people at the bar were just taking them. So chaotic. We were finally helped by Heaven and Summer at the end around 1:00 a.m. when we asked to pay for our tab. Of course the tab was all wrong because it had all of the drinks we ordered that we never received. Again, chaotic. I felt bad for the birthday girl because she was really excited about being there for the first time with all of us and the experience was subpar at best. I will say, the best part was the DJ, HellaYella. And the jerk lamb chops. Also, If and I mean if, We ever go back, We will not reserve a section like that and we will get our drinks at the front bar and sit out on the nice patio. We'll see.

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    Powder Room

    Powder Room

    3.9
    (137 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    Really fantastic experience!…read more The cocktail menu is diverse and fun. The quality of drinks was excellent. My favorite part was the DJ was also playing electric guitar to accompany some of the songs in his lineup. It was really cool. I've never seen a DJ do that before. The whole time we were there the service and ambience and tastes were top-notch, but the DJ piece really created a memorable experience that leaves me wanting to come back.

    We got there on time and had to wait 20 mins to be sat. We were asked to leave our table promptly…read moreat the 90-minute mark from when our reservation was supposed to begin; not factoring the time we lost at the table due to it not being ready for us. But it was more important to the Powder Room that the next group got their table on time, apparently. The drinks took soooo long, we got ONE round in, and were asked to leave the table before our second round arrived. They had no issues when taking our second round order while we were seated, but we were asked to leave the table immediately after. This round also took forever and we drank it standing, crowded, in everyone's way. I was embarrassed as it was my birthday, and I was taking a group of 7 other people - new to Austin - here to check out what was one of my favorite spots. I was bragging about it and chose it over other spots on their list. They hated it. I'm disappointed. Our server was great to us and apologetic about the service bar.

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