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    Low Down Lounge

    4.3 (27 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Karla D.

    Best frozen drinks! Nice happy hour pricing. Indoor and outdoor seating. Friendly service. Crowd of all ages.

    Bar interior
    Lauren S.

    I haven't been to this bar since it was under the previous management. Unfortunately, that visit was the last stop on a bar crawl for my birthday way back in college, so I can't remember the place well enough to compare. Like my previous time on the premises, I spent way more on drinks than I planned to, but justified my purchases because of the special occasion. This time, the occasion was SXSW, and I feel the venue is optimized for small shows year-round with the well-connected indoor and outdoor segments. The 1970s theming under the new ownership feels very au courant, and I wonder how it will age. Regardless of the theming, the structure of the location is conducive to partying because it's so good as a small music venue.

    Decorated for the holidays!
    Meghan C.

    We happened upon this bar by chance and had a great time. There is a parking lot across the street, as well as a ton of street parking available. They had signs for their pickle backs so we had to do Jameson shots with pickle backs and they did not disappoint! They also had multiple Austin beers in cans and bottles! There were so many tables inside and outside, with heaters outside as well! The only bummer was that the bathroom was basically flooded. The floor was soaked and smelled quite bad.

    This was during the East Side Mini Open
    Melissa P.

    We really enjoyed the atmosphere, the patrons, and the bartender. It had a photo booth and some good places to sit. We will definitely be back.

    Outside mural
    Erika B.

    We went in on a Friday night, and the vibe was a bit off. Not that many people, nobody dancing, not my vibe. They have a pool table, and it's a pretty big space so a bit weird that there was nobody there on a weekend. Music was not that great.

    Outside from the sidewalk , east 6th

    East 6th corner bar. It's just cool. Retro. Laid back. No frills. But not divey either. A true bar to hang out at. There are 3 small tvs, but no sound, it's Not a sports bar. music is playing. Pool table. 2 bathrooms. Elevated patio to watch people on the sidewalks.

    "Fun Collins / Peter Gabriel"

    These guys gave me six lemons... I tell you what, Matt can mix a drink better than Chilis. I think he said it was called a "fun collins" but someone else said, "no! That's a Peter Gabriel" I'm not going to argue with it either way, that guy made great music --- have you heard "Sledgehammer"? Best service I've ever had.

    Great shot!
    Gracy M.

    I can't say enough good things about this place but what makes it a good place to hang is the people. The drinks are cheap and the pool table is only $1. This is honestly my favorite place to play pool cause I get to meet people from all walks of life and just about everyone is really cool. Some of the college girls that come to watch their dudes play are a bit immature at times but other than that, this is a great place. They play a variety of music that get's everyone singing out loud at times and sometimes there is a DJ. The bathrooms are kind of gross but if you have to go, you have to go. Also, Sometimes you can find free parking nearby and if your lucky, you might witness some paranormal activity like my husband and I did, lol.

    The bees knees on ice

    Amazing service with MAT!!! He was amazing. 100% recommend to anyone taking a stop on 6th

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    Low Down is such a great bar and spot to hang! Mandy was so sweet and an absolute delight! Will absolutely be returning!

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    stumbled into this place. it has such a great vibe and service is great. met the best bartender that keeps me coming back- Matt!!!

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    Went on a Saturday night and vibes were very lively but chill, nothing too rowdy.

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    Powder Room - Craft Cocktail Bar

    Powder Room

    4.0(135 reviews)
    1.1 miWarehouse District, Downtown

    Upon stepping in I felt like I was transported to Miami in the 70s or 80s. Once you enter you turn…read morein your phones making it easy to lose time in connecting with your company. The staff was super nice and attentive our waitress came by multiple times and drinks were good and quick. They have a fun magazine style menu and plenty of options including mocktails. The mocktails were well balanced and not too sweet and my husband enjoyed every drink he tried. We ordered the French fries which were so good the perfect blend of freshness and salt. Would definitely come back for the ambiance and the no phones was a great reminder to connect to who your with and be present.

    The vibes are great, but I'm not sure they are worth the wait. There are two lines: one for…read morewalk-ins and one for those with reservations. We waited maybe 15 minutes at the walk-in line as others progressively started to pile on behind us. Then again, even people in the reservation line were waiting. This is definitely the kind of place that wants you to wait. The kind of place that wants to build a line outdoors to intrigue onlookers. We were treated nicely, but we definitely could have gotten in right away. By the time we walked in, the place was probably at 60% capacity. It was standing room only at the bar, but not overcrowded by any means. There is a dress code, but it's not entirely clear what it is. Some guy dressed to the 9s got turned away for not having sleeves whereas I got in with sneakers and a t-shirt. They ask for your cellphones upon entering and give you a key in exchange, but there doesn't seem to be any security to enforce it if you don't want to give them up. I have no problem with their policy, but I bet a lot of customers do. Interestingly, their little social experiment seemed to have a positive effect, where we ended up talking to strangers and vice versa. The Powder Room may be making America social again.

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    Whisler's - Left On Read - Delicious! (Tequila, Amaro, Bitters, Strawberry, Citrus, Spice, Egg White )

    Whisler's

    4.3(675 reviews)
    0.3 miEast Austin
    $$

    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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    Side bar

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    Edge Rooftop

    Edge Rooftop

    4.3(214 reviews)
    0.9 miDowntown
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    Entering from the lobby, it felt like a maze trying to find the right elevator and then figure out…read morewhere to go once I got off. After exiting the elevator, I ended up meandering through what felt like the entire rooftop pool deck with rows and rows of seating, a beautifully laid-out space, and a huge outdoor area before finally reaching the actual bar on the other side of the building. Verdict: best pool, least impressive late-night drink options. The rooftop space itself is massive and gorgeous, with seating spread around fire features and plenty of room to roam. It's the kind of place that makes you want to book a stay just to have access to the pool and outdoor area. Drink-wise, though, the menu was very limited, and they didn't have any mocktails listed. I asked for "anything mocktail," and they brought me a virgin Lady Bird. It was mostly juice, but still tasty and refreshing for $8.

    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.

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    Edge Rooftop - Views of Lady Bird Lake from Edge Rooftop + Bar

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    Upstairs at Caroline - Upstairs at Caroline backyard

    Upstairs at Caroline

    4.3(684 reviews)
    1.0 miDowntown
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    A total vibe! I loved this spot and the outdoor bar area. It's lit up by twinkle lights with plenty…read moreof TVs to watch the game. They had a frozen watermelon rose I tried which I really like, if you get an additional shooter to go with it, make sure you mix it in! They have a good amount of drinks to choose from, it's a great place to chill with friends and enjoy the weather. Lots of seating and picnic table style seating. I've been twice and would definitely go back!

    I recently visited Upstairs at Caroline for a Logitech SXSW installation event, and the experience…read morewas a great mix of creative energy and Austin atmosphere. The venue itself has a lively, open feel with an urban backyard vibe and plenty of space to move around, mingle, and actually take in the installation without feeling crowded. What stood out most was how well the space complemented the event. The layout made it easy to engage with the installation while still enjoying the social vibe. They had space for working virtually as well as displays to test some of the technology. There's a nice balance between indoor comfort and that signature rooftop-style setting, which gives it a relaxed but elevated feel. The staff was friendly and kept things running smoothly, and the overall setup felt thoughtfully organized. Whether you were there to focus on the installation or just take it in casually, the environment supported both. The line was somewhat long to get into the event as it was at capacity and could only allow more people as people were leaving the event. I was given a drink ticket and got to try the Patio Pounder with ilegal mezcal, primo aperitivo, tropical citrus, coconut, grapefruit soda. The bartender was efficient even though the lines were long. The cocktail was enjoyable with the balance of smoky and citrus flavors. They also had a variety of food bites available including chips and queso. creamy street corn, and sliders. The food was gone relatively quickly due to the crowds but it would be replenished periodically. Overall, Upstairs at Caroline proved to be a solid venue for a creative SXSW event versatile, welcoming, and very on-brand for Austin's arts and tech scene.

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    Upstairs at Caroline - Upstairs at Caroline interior

    Upstairs at Caroline interior

    Upstairs at Caroline - Bites of tacos and chips

    Bites of tacos and chips

    Upstairs at Caroline

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