Good casual/divey spot to hang out…read more The staff is friendly, quick. Drinks selection is good. Plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces.

Neat little bar. I don't think they serve food here but there are quite a few food trucks around…read morewhere you can bring food in. The staff here are friendly. Drink prices are average. They have tvs and pool tables here along with a Photo Booth. Lot of space inside and out.

Mezze Café has quickly become one of my favorite places in Austin. From the moment you walk in,…read moreyou're welcomed with genuine hospitality that makes you feel like more than just another customer. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and perfect whether you're stopping in for dinner, hookah, or a relaxing evening with friends. The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Everything we ordered tasted authentic, the portions were generous, and the hookah was smooth, long-lasting, and expertly prepared. What truly sets Mezze Café apart is the people. The owners have clearly built a business around quality, hospitality, and taking care of their guests. The manager does an outstanding job making sure everyone feels welcomed and that every detail is taken care of. You can tell the entire team genuinely cares about the customer experience, and it shows in every interaction. It's rare to find a place that delivers exceptional food, outstanding service, and such a welcoming atmosphere all in one. I highly recommend Mezze Café to anyone looking for authentic Mediterranean cuisine, excellent hookah, and a team that truly values its customers. I'll definitely be back!

I gave 4 stars to give them the benefit of the doubt, but my actual experience felt closer to 2…read morestars. The main problem was the noise. The acoustics were very bad. The hardwood ceiling and the glass window in front of me seemed to amplify sound from every direction. I was with a group of six men, and none of us could hear each other. As the noise increased, every table seemed to raise its volume just to communicate, and it became painful. The food had a BBQ flavor, which was different for Mexican food. Some people may like that, but it was not what I expected. It was 4 star food. I think sitting outside would probably be much better.

Because this is a bar near UT, there tends to be a bit of a younger crowd. So, absolutely a college…read morebar. However, now and again I need to be on or near the campus, and this is a great place to stop for a quick beer. I tend to swing by at times when they aren't filled with the college crowd. I really like that the staff and patrons don't seem to mind or notice the age difference. Service is really good and usually that would be surprising at a college bar. Not here, they are on it. Friendly, efficient, and professional. The prices, as you might have guessed, are quite affordable. Again, college bar. Overall, I appreciate being able to swing by and not made to feel uncomfortable.

This West Campus bar has some solid drink deals, dollar beers on Tuesdays and $8 teas on Thursdays,…read morebut that's about where the perks stop. The crowd is mostly 21-24-year-olds, and it gets extremely crowded on busy nights. Service can be frustrating; I waited 30 minutes for a drink because the bartender skipped me in line. The place sometimes smells like cigarettes and weed, which can be off putting if you're not into that scene. Their green tea and white tea shots are tasty but pricey, around $20 for three. On the upside, the blue tea is excellent and definitely worth trying. Good deals for the college crowd, but long waits, chaos, occasional smoke, and expensive shots make it hard to fully recommend.

This is one of my favorite neighborhood bars. Started coming when it was Skinny's. I'm so happy…read morethat the decor has remained pretty much the same as has the service, drinks, and prices. It's such a chill and welcoming spot and sadly one of just a couple of locally-owned businesses still operating on 12th. When we have friends visit from out of town we like to bring them here so they can get a good feel of Austin and all it has to offer. The bonus is that everyone is so good to our dog. He's a rescue (very nervous and growly). This is one of the first places we ever took him and he likes going. He feels safe and he high jumps to try and open the door and go in. He only does that with one other place. To me, that speaks volumes. Truly the epitome of a neighborhood spot. A+.

Amazing dive bar in East Austin. It's open late, the prices are cheap and with the daily specials…read morethey're even cheaper, and the cocktails are great. I had to try the Chicago Pope which is made with Malört and Fernet Branca, sounds awful, but actually works really well. Combine the drinks with their food menu and this is a perfect place to go when you just want to go somewhere.

The Tavern is an old-school Austin bar and I love it! So many memories of this place stretching…read moreback to college. It is a great place to watch a sporting event, particularly if the University of Texas is playing. There are numerous TVs upstairs & downstairs with lots of seating options. They have an extensive menu, with lots of options for everyone. They also pour great drinks and have a large beer selection. The staff is friendly and helpful and there is just a good vibe in the bar!

This is a fun Local haunt with spooky stories in its history. You can hear about the stories by…read morelistening to the night owl podcast that did a series on the tavern. They had a decent selection of beers on draft as well as a good selection of bar food. I enjoyed the loaded potato skins, and everyone I was with who got various items. Enjoyed their items as well. The messy fries looked delicious. This Tavern has two stories the second story of which is known to be haunted. Our staff person was a little salty, but she was also dealing with needing to rearrange the 2nd Floor for an Immersive play that we attended that night as well so that definitely required different attention to detail than a normal night. It's all part of the fun and I would definitely be back.

Cute concept but could be executed better. The interior is so cute and remind me of a Barbie pool…read moreday. The pool itself is dirty and typically packed. Service is okay. And food is mid and over priced. You come here for the vibe and to check it off but nothing stands out

The Swim Club creates very high expectations with its extravagant decor, and its location in the…read moreequally extravagant Downright Marriott hotel, decor-wise, at least. The vast space feels like being on the set of the Barbie movie with it's pink and blue motifs and 80s - 90s pool party themed decor. It's visually stunning, unique, and just all-around beautiful especially for appreciators of that aesthetic. Very Instagrammable/Tiktok-able, for those who want that content. I visited the Swim Club one Sunday Morning for what promised to be a great brunch, but I was disappointed. The actual restaurant/bar part is an afterthought. Upon entering on a SUNDAY for brunch, no one greeted us. We walked around taking in the ambiance until we got to the bar to speak to what seemed like the only person working the entire restaurant. She hardly looked at us, and we had to ask for menus and order while standing at the bar, then seat ourselves. We wanted to sit by the glass wall which has a view to the outdoor pool, but that table had not been cleaned. Since we were one of the first guests at the restaurant on Sunday Morning, it seems the table had not been cleaned from the night before. Our food came out quickly and was fresh. But it was not very tasty. We ordered fries and a salad. The fries did not come with ketchup, they came with aioli and a spicy red sauce, surprisingly. Maybe it was a mistake. I had to flag down the server for a tiny ramekin with a squirt of regular ketchup. The salad was fresh, but the dressing not very tasty and not enough for the amount of salad. I recall eating mostly unseasoned vegetables. Healthy, but not worth it, and not filling. We ordered a freshly juiced non-alcoholic drink, the "Grove Mule," which was the same price and quantity as cocktails. About 3-4 oz of juice over a lot of ice. Just a few sips worth. We had to ask for water. This place also does my pet peeve - makes you pay in advance of being served, like if it's a fast-food restaurant, and defaults for a 20% or higher tip before you even sat down at a table, which was not set, and at which I had to keep flagging the server for basics like water, napkins, condiments, and utensils. I would not say the service reflected a 20% tip, but it would not matter because I would not return here. Our high expectations took a cold plunge. I'd recommend going here for your Tiktok videos but don't spend money on this.

Great, casual spot with good drinks, nice vibe and good pizza!!…read more They have indoor and outdoor seating. Went there at night with a large group and also during the day for a World Cup game recently. They have a lot of space for large groups. We've found street parking but I know they have a parking lot behind too. Fun spot and kid friendly.

The pros: -the space…read more-decent brews The cons: The cocktail menu leaves you wanting anything else.. but let's be real, you want the beers.. it's a brewery!

Super fun super dog friendly bar. Came to watch a Texas basketball game during March madness…read more Friendly staff, food truck out side isn't bad at all. I only ordered queso but the other food looked good. Staff is super friendly and energetic

We must have driven by Bouldin Acres dozens of times and pretty much had no idea that it existed…read moreuntil some friends suggested it as a meetup spot to watch the World Cup last weekend. There's this huge building that looks like an unassuming co-working space, but it turns out that there is a whole fun world behind it! They have a great setup: there's a little playground, a paddle board court, corn hole, etc to keep kids entertained and they had a huge screen set up to watch the game. And tents! Thank you for having tents and misters! The ambience is spot-on. Overall, we were happy with everything that we ordered to eat. The buffalo cauliflower bites were a bit too saucy, but nice and smoky. The CM Chopped Salad--which was NOT chopped--had a ton of good veggies and a fun dressing. Our daughter managed to finagle two orders of chicken fingers and those were slightly better than the normal junk that comes out. Cold beers on tap, Aperol Spritzes on a hot day--what is there to complain about? We were glad to be leaving when we did because the place was starting to get slammed and rowdy and not as appealing, so be mindful of the partying witching hour. But for a late afternoon World Cup meet-up with friends, this was a good time. Four stars.