Austin Bars

Good Drinks

1. Barfly's

of Malibu and Pineapple makes sure to let me know that there isn't much alcohol at all in Malibu.  *gush* He actually cares that I get my pahtay on!  Cheap drinks, good times... who could ask...

2. The Side Bar

Neighborhood: Downtown

I had to give it 5.  So cheap!  So good!    The drinks are as strong as triples sometimes, but that's not a bad thing.    I really should give them only 3 stars, because their bathroom situation...

3. Driskill Bar

Neighborhood: Downtown

head of the long horn!  Drinks were ok to good.  I ordered a Sapphire & tonic (not on the menu) and my husband got the cucumber cooler on the menu.  My drink was great (and cheaper) than his; his...

4. Draught House Pub &…

Neighborhood: Rosedale

on Christmas!)  If you want a good spot inside get there early, or if you like the tailgating style (drinking in their parking lot is not only allowed, it's encouraged) bring something to sit on and enjoy...

5. Red House Lounge

Neighborhood: Cherrywood

and Western themed decorations. It was quiet when I got there, but it soon picked up. I had the pear puree Tito's drink--which was good, but maybe not $8.50 good. I followed it with a Michelada--tasty...

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Nice Bartenders

1. The Side Bar

Neighborhood: Downtown

My favorite bar that I went to while vacationing in Austin. Great drinks, good prices, Meghan is a wonderful bartender. I met lots of really nice people while there, the patrons weren't all ironic...

2. Barfly's

The variety of people, everyone playing so nicely with everyone else. This torrid affair may not end after just one night. Added Bonus:  The bartender, after me ordering my "lite because I am driving" drink...

3. The Creekside Lounge

Neighborhood: Downtown

island for less than what you'd get  across the street in all directions. Bartenders are surprisingly nice and patient.   A good time to go is on Sunday night, where other bars look depressingly...

4. Longbranch Inn

Neighborhood: East Austin

at some logic...  Good location, downtownish without the crap.  The bar has a nice aged and relaxed atmosphere.  I like the bartenders, perhaps a bit surly but they're not assholes.  Good prices...

5. Bender Bar and Grill

This place is not what I'd call a dive.  They're almost a little too un-divelike for this part of Austin.  However, they have decent beer prices, nice bartenders, a fantastic juke box and an outdoor...

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