Austin
This funky little cinder-block building, 5 miles north of downtown, is one of those dive bars that Austinites love so very much. They did even before it…
Must-see nightlife in Austin
Austin
We're not sure if this watering hole is a legit dive bar or a calculated dive bar (it opened in 2004). Either way, a bar dedicated to Johnny Cash has our…
Austin
Want a place to meet your friends for beer and conversation? Then settle in at a picnic table inside or out at this convivial brewery and beer garden that…
Austin
The one bar on Dirty 6th that all locals love? Easy Tiger, an inside-outside beer garden overlooking Waller Creek, which welcomes all comers with an…
East Austin
If vampires walk the streets of East Austin, then this dark and moody cocktail bar is surely where they congregate before a night of feeding. And we don't…
Austin
Transcending the hotel-bar genre, this is actually a cool, Zen-like outdoor patio that attracts a chill crowd, and it's a nice place to hang if you want…
Austin
Traveling carnival? Haunted house? Or a European cafe with a great patio? North of campus, Spider House has a big, funky outdoor area bedecked with all…
East Austin
If you're on the east side of town and need a caffeine jolt, head to this bright and minimalist box for top-notch coffees and a small menu of Japanese…
East Austin
This East Austin java joint also houses a bicycle repair shop. Or maybe it's the other way around. Either way, this former coffee-catering company is the…
Austin
If it ain't brewed in Texas, then it ain't on tap at this dark and cozy bar, which bursts with Lone Star pride. Yep, from the All Call kolsch to the…
Austin
Oh, yes, there’s dancing. And oh, yes, it’s packed. (And how are you supposed to dance with all those people in there?) As much as the girls wish it were…
Austin
This German biergarten has been around forever – or at least since 1866 – and its proximity to the capitol building has made it the traditional favorite…
West Austin
The hula theme is so thorough that this restaurant feels like a chain, even though it's not. But the bar's sprawling deck that stretches out over Lake…
Austin
Hidden inside a parking garage, this cozy, dimly lit lounge draws a hip but not overly precious Austin crowd who give high marks to the first-rate…
Austin
With a legendary jukebox and even better burgers, this is the spot for serious drinking and late-night carousing. If it's too dark inside, head for the…
West Austin
This great little neighborhood bar is known for its excellent jukebox, loaded with almost a thousand tunes in all genres. Yep, it's a dive, but a top-rate…
East Austin
It's dark. It's loud. At first glance it's not terribly inviting. But damn, the drinks are cheap, making this a popular spot on the East 6th circuit.
Hideout Coffee House & Theatre
Austin
Despite its downtown location, it has a near-campus vibe and damn fine brews.
West Austin
Out on Lake Austin, you'll find a great waterfront view and a sinful dessert case.
