This place is it! The atmosphere is great! The service is extremely pleasant and engaging. Paul was knowledgable and helpful, cheerful and extremely nice and Tory was extremely nice and engaging as well. The door guy Nick took my passport, read it like a pro (most have to ask me where the date is listed lol) and wished me happy birthday, it was a nice touch! appreciated the gesture. Will definitely be back and the service makes it feel like your new favorite hang out and very well will be for me!!! Check it out, drinks are great prices for its location but it’s far enough away from the craziness of your typical downtown bar!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Amy
Great strong drinks, with chill bartenders.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jess Tuttle
First time here after 10 years in Austin and gotta say i love this little bar. My spouse works close by so waiting for them to leave work i stopped in for a few drinks. Paul and Tory at the bar were incredibly nice and helpful. I asked them a plethora of questions regarding eateries around the area and how business was with SXSW and they didn’t hesitate to humor me and answer my questions. They introduced me to green apple whiteclaws and didn’t judge me for my drink of choice. They said bye to every patron when leaving and had great attitudes. The atmosphere was fantastic with a very spacious patio. Only one pool table unfortunately but it’s not a pool hall after all. I think we may have found our new local spot. Thanks again Paul and Tory for making our first time great, will be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Janteuwen
Great
Atmosphere: 5
Lea Woodard
Loved this Johnny Cash-meets-saw-mill lil dive bar! The vibe was mellow (we were there on a Sunday early afternoon), the staff was attentive and fast, and the drinks were excellent. I recommend the Cash Fashioned, a tequila based spin on an Old Fashioned, or the Shades of Green mocktail. Outside on the patio is a GIANT tree named George, a gorgeous oak with enormous spreading branches providing great shade. And bonus, the bathroom was clean!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
London D.
Great place to watch some games and have a few drinks. But they no longer have food anymore which is a bummer. Other than that, great vibes!
Meghan Elizabeth
Endy is the sole reason I will be back. The mean margs hit EVERY time. It’s walkable from me which makes this that much better. The other bartenders are great but I didn’t catch their names ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carrie M.
This dive bar has fun historical decor and good vibes. The crowd is more millennial. My friends and I had a good time chatting here as the music wasn't too loud, and we claimed a small table. It was cold when I went, so everyone was inside, but they have a patio area with really nice lights. They have a small parking lot, but it was full when I went. I found free street parking nearby.
Chris Chamberlin
Cool spot and looks like it would be a lot of fun in the evening. We stopped in for a few afternoon cocktails and listened to the locals carry on with one another. Everyone seemed very friendly and the Bartender was very welcoming and providing excellent service. Prices were very reasonable and the place has a ton of character and charm.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jack
Nice large patio with heaters, cheap happy hour drinks.
Charged over 45 dollars for 2 tequila shots.Outrageous.Once signed, they then adjusted the charge to the airport card to give themselves an additional 10 dollars tip.Illegal.DO NOT GO HERE.
Maria
Finally visited and now my favorite place downtown. Great bar service and atmosphere. Can't wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Thomas S.
I've been to the Mean Eyed Cat 100 times since moving to Austin. One of my favorite places. I was shocked tonight when I came in with a friend who is blind with her guide dog. We were told that no dogs were allowed inside and that we would have to sit on the patio. I tried to explain that her dog was a guide dog. Didn't matter. Looking this up it is against Texas, and Federal, law to refuse the guide dogs admission to any establishment when they are working. I'm not going to file an official complaint, but I sure hope this is seen by upper management/ownership and the appropriate adjustment is made. Every time I've been here it's been 5 star. Tonight 1. Because I can't leave zero
Erin T.
Such a cool, unique bar! My friends and I came across this place after getting dropped off during the Pub Crawler. I got the "Drink Named Sue" which was a cocktail including Stoli cucumber vodka, lime juice, orange juice, cranberry juice, soda & a tajin rim. It was one of the best cocktails I've ever had. Great service. Bartenders were friendly. Highly recommend!
This place is it! The atmosphere is great! The service is extremely pleasant and engaging. Paul was knowledgable and helpful, cheerful and extremely nice and Tory was extremely nice and engaging as well. The door guy Nick took my passport, read it like a pro (most have to ask me where the date is listed lol) and wished me happy birthday, it was a nice touch! appreciated the gesture. Will definitely be back and the service makes it feel like your new favorite hang out and very well will be for me!!! Check it out, drinks are great prices for its location but it’s far enough away from the craziness of your typical downtown bar!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great strong drinks, with chill bartenders.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
First time here after 10 years in Austin and gotta say i love this little bar. My spouse works close by so waiting for them to leave work i stopped in for a few drinks. Paul and Tory at the bar were incredibly nice and helpful. I asked them a plethora of questions regarding eateries around the area and how business was with SXSW and they didn’t hesitate to humor me and answer my questions. They introduced me to green apple whiteclaws and didn’t judge me for my drink of choice. They said bye to every patron when leaving and had great attitudes. The atmosphere was fantastic with a very spacious patio. Only one pool table unfortunately but it’s not a pool hall after all. I think we may have found our new local spot. Thanks again Paul and Tory for making our first time great, will be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great
Atmosphere: 5
Loved this Johnny Cash-meets-saw-mill lil dive bar! The vibe was mellow (we were there on a Sunday early afternoon), the staff was attentive and fast, and the drinks were excellent. I recommend the Cash Fashioned, a tequila based spin on an Old Fashioned, or the Shades of Green mocktail. Outside on the patio is a GIANT tree named George, a gorgeous oak with enormous spreading branches providing great shade. And bonus, the bathroom was clean!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great place to watch some games and have a few drinks. But they no longer have food anymore which is a bummer. Other than that, great vibes!
Endy is the sole reason I will be back. The mean margs hit EVERY time. It’s walkable from me which makes this that much better. The other bartenders are great but I didn’t catch their names ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This dive bar has fun historical decor and good vibes. The crowd is more millennial. My friends and I had a good time chatting here as the music wasn't too loud, and we claimed a small table. It was cold when I went, so everyone was inside, but they have a patio area with really nice lights. They have a small parking lot, but it was full when I went. I found free street parking nearby.
Cool spot and looks like it would be a lot of fun in the evening. We stopped in for a few afternoon cocktails and listened to the locals carry on with one another. Everyone seemed very friendly and the Bartender was very welcoming and providing excellent service. Prices were very reasonable and the place has a ton of character and charm.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Nice large patio with heaters, cheap happy hour drinks.
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Charged over 45 dollars for 2 tequila shots.Outrageous.Once signed, they then adjusted the charge to the airport card to give themselves an additional 10 dollars tip.Illegal.DO NOT GO HERE.
Finally visited and now my favorite place downtown. Great bar service and atmosphere. Can't wait to go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I've been to the Mean Eyed Cat 100 times since moving to Austin. One of my favorite places. I was shocked tonight when I came in with a friend who is blind with her guide dog. We were told that no dogs were allowed inside and that we would have to sit on the patio. I tried to explain that her dog was a guide dog. Didn't matter. Looking this up it is against Texas, and Federal, law to refuse the guide dogs admission to any establishment when they are working. I'm not going to file an official complaint, but I sure hope this is seen by upper management/ownership and the appropriate adjustment is made. Every time I've been here it's been 5 star. Tonight 1. Because I can't leave zero
Such a cool, unique bar! My friends and I came across this place after getting dropped off during the Pub Crawler. I got the "Drink Named Sue" which was a cocktail including Stoli cucumber vodka, lime juice, orange juice, cranberry juice, soda & a tajin rim. It was one of the best cocktails I've ever had. Great service. Bartenders were friendly. Highly recommend!