5/5 for vibes, but 3/5 for the actual drinks. This is a newer spot right on Rainey St, and the…read morehouse has been completely updated and revamped. The outdoor patio has one of the biggest screens on Rainey, making it a solid choice for watching live games. They also have great weekday and weekend deals, plus two different boozy slushy flavors. Unfortunately, the slushy machine seems to be broken pretty often, so if you're like me and that's exactly what you came for, it can be a bit of a gamble. They also don't always pick up the phone, so it's hard to check ahead. Their espresso martini is very strong, both in espresso and liquor, so take that as you will. All in all, it's a solid spot to mingle and hang out, especially if you're looking for a more laid-back place to grab a beer, White Claw, or watch a game with friends.

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.

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.

Excellent spot to watch a game. Was there for the game 7 western conference finals Spurs win and…read morecrowd was electric. Highlights: - Packed with people actually fully watching the game and cheering along - Lots of TVs - Food can order in the back - Long bar, 2 different rooms, and front and back patio - Even when crowded, not too hard to get a drink - Economically priced drinks Midlights: - Can get crowded Lowlights: - Can't have drinks on front patio

I'm a huge sports fan. For big sports games, I like to leave the house and be in an atmosphere…read morewhere I can get into the game. Lavaca Street Bar is perfect for that. The drinks are reasonable priced and the service is good. The food is decent. It's your typical bar food (ie - wings, chicken tenders, fries, etc.). They also Po' Boys and seafood plates. They have a huge space with indoor seating and an outdoor patio. There's tons of TVs everywhere. And the best part is the atmosphere. It's usually packed and people are always into the games. Depending on what game you want to see, I'd recommend coming early to make sure you can get a good seat. But well worth checking out!

I love the ambience of this place. It was like old-school Austin, but updated and almost trendy…read more They served brunch late on Saturdays, which was awesome. The brunch menu was varied. You could get a regular breakfast, a sweet treat or something more lunch like. I had the cinnamon roll and it was delicious. It was huge and just the right amount of doughy. The frosting was fantastic, but I'm pretty sure I gained 5 pounds eating it. My friend of the gumbo. It was a little spicy, but she enjoyed it. She also had some pink cocktail that she raved about, but I forgot what it's called. They do a jazz brunch on Sundays, which I really really want to check out. I'll definitely be back to this place.

Skip this place. I went when they had their soft opening in 2023 and it seemed like a great place…read more Went in August of 2026 and the oysters were not great. The burgers were worse than the oysters. The patties appeared to be frozen burgers from Sam's club. No taste and texture was a smidge off. Place is nice inside but the food is below average. Perhaps the drinks are good? Our server was pretty good. Yolo

The atmosphere is everything here. Cozy yet classy is the best way I'd describe it. My friends…read moreraved about the espresso martini here. So of course I had to try the smooth coffee goodness that it was. This place is a little on the pricey side, but the service and environment make it worth it.

This is a pretty chill sports bar on 6th. We went on a Saturday around 7pm and there was tons of…read morespace. You order at the counter for drinks and food and they bring it out to you. I got the Bangers and Mash and I wouldn't get it again. While the mashed potatoes were nice and creamy, the two sausage was not very tender and a bad texture. I think the food is fine in terms of bar food.

Very Spacious,wasreted forprivate viewig of FIFA WC. Tis placeas lotsof room ad a big bar and games…read morehighly recommend

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.

Amazing soft serve margs!! Went to Drag Brunch and had a great time, the staff was very kind!read more

Cedar Door is always hoppin'. I mean heck, they did invent the Mexican Martini after all. The…read moreoriginal Mexican Martini is damn good as are the other variations they've also come up with. The other thing they do good is soft serve margaritas. Adult decadence at its finest. The flavors are always super yum. It's boozy ice cream, who could say no to that? Our last visit on 9/5/26 was the first day of the UT football season. Cedar came through with an Orange Creamsicle soft serve marg. Absolutely yummy and garnished perfectly with UT colors and candied footballs. Check out my pics for the goodness of it all. Cedar Door knows what's up! They've been around since 1975 (original spot was at 15th and Guadalupe). They've been churning out kick-ass cocktails for decades. Great beer selection. Can't beat the game day specials or happy hour deals. Terrific food---yummy burgers and chicken sandwiches. Service is always really good whether they're jam packed (so busy most of the time) or not.

Everything was wonderful as well as our server Hope. We were visiting from Los Angeles and she gave…read moresome great recommendations and they were all on point. For me the Salisbury steak was the best I've ever had. I'm from the Midwest and that was a staple but when I got to Cali it was rare to find. Fun fact we own a family restaurant since 1983 and that was on the menu but people really didn't order it like that so we discontinued it. Maybe if it tasted like yalls it would've worked. Anyway whenever we are in Austin again we are coming straight there. I love the popcorn snack before the meal as well and that could've been my dinner by itself. Cool vibe as well throughout so keep up the good work! Oh and the burnt ends grilled cheese was amazing as well and the fries! ALLLLL GOOD!!!

Hostess stand. 11:45AM on a Sunday, 6 open tables inside and 10 outside, buffet was open. Walked…read morein asking for a table for 2 without a reservation, we waited 20 minutes and tables never got filled. We would have been closed to being done eating had we been able to sit. The bar was dirty, the bathrooms were not clean. It could have been handled so much different. We left. Do better Moonshine.

Really enjoyed Anthem's Happy Hour! (M-F open-7pm)…read more We split a variety of items off their HH menu: - banana daiquiri (sweet and tropical vibes) - Lychee Lowdown (floral and refreshing) - Salmon poke (full sized and fresh) - Itchy Salmon (warm and rich) - Brisket Rangoons (crispy and savory) - Miso Mac Daddy (loved their take on mac and cheese balls!) Service was excellent as there weren't too many patrons on the afternoon that we visited. The decor is cute yet casual. When we're back in Austin, we'll definitely come back!

Visited on Sunday evening for a happy hour meal. We ordered a variety of dishes to share, so it was…read morea good chance to try several things on the menu. Charred Edamame - Spicy! Definitely has a kick, be prepared if you don't take spicy food well. Thai Hippie Tofu - Good flavor, although there was a little too much sauce and salty for my taste. Char-Buff Cauliflower - Good and flavorful. Hawaiian Shrimp Ceviche - Refreshing and a nice option. Itchy Salmon - Two tiny pieces of sushi, but they were good. Brisket Rangoons - Just okay for me. This was probably my least favorite dish of the night. Sweet Potato Waffle Fries - crispy with good flavor. A fun side to share. Smash Burger - We had it cut in half, which made it perfect for sharing. Good burger and a satisfying way to end the meal. Overall, a fun spot for happy hour if you want to order several different dishes and share. There was a good variety.

Hate to share this, but it is a fantastic place to watch a game. TVs everywhere. It is always…read morecrowded with fans, so the vibe is there. Wait staff = bar staff and they share all the tables. I love this! Great, inclusive food menu that also includes game staples like wings and burgers. But vegan and veg friendly, too. (Love that hummus!) The worst part, this time, the crispy green beans were off the menu! But there was frozen Lemoncello. So I'll call that a wash. ;)

Excellent sports bar. The wagyu smash burger was pleasantly seasoned and juicy and is not heavy,…read moretypically when I eat greasy food I feel like I'm going to be in a coma. But not here. The food was excellent, and the service was very attentive and kind. We were watching the Bucs vs. the Commanders for the NFL wildcard game, and the atmosphere was as lively as you can imagine.