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Dive bars

A dark, quiet corner in a dive bar is the only place that feels honest.

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Dive bar boasts a gritty atmosphere with dim lighting and an illuminated bar. Friendly regulars create a neighborhood vibe while rock music and sports on TV keep energy up. Spacious outdoor patio with pool tables and a food truck add casual charm.

Gritty and honest with a friendly vibe, this dive bar offers a typical dive experience filled with stories. It also features sports on TV, adding to its casual atmosphere.

People are saying

"It's a gritty, honest dive bar that feels like a second living room."

"I found the outdoor seating to be a friendly, chill neighborhood spot."

"You have to try the peppered beef pies from the food trucks."

Good to know

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Parking on the street is difficult, but there is a garage across the street.

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You can park behind The Liberty Bar in the alley on 7th street.

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The drink prices at The Liberty are great.

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Bar features rambling seating indoors and out with laid back vibe. Music stays low for easy chat. Crowd is mostly locals, making it relaxed atmosphere. Dive bar feel shines with delightful bartenders and a good crowd.

Offers a solid dive bar vibe with a typically good crowd and delightful bartenders.

People are saying

"The bar staff here are super friendly and make you feel at home."

"It's a chill spot to hang out without feeling rushed."

"It's a good, solid dive bar with a typically good crowd."

Good to know

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Violet Crown Social Club offers both indoor and outdoor seating.

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Drink prices at Violet Crown Social Club are generally good and competitive.

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The venue is typically not overcrowded, providing a relaxed atmosphere.

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Spacious bar offers a backyard dance floor and neon signs inside. Drinks like AMF and Long Island stand out with better taste. Laid back vibe blends dancing and socializing among a diverse crowd.

Fun atmosphere with clear dive bar vibes. Drinks like the AMF and Long Island taste better than typical dive bar fare.

People are saying

"The bar's wings were phenomenal and addicting."

"The outdoor seating here is huge, with games and food trucks."

"The fries at this dive bar are a huge, crispy, addicting portion."

Good to know

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Karaoke happens on Mondays with a two-drink minimum.

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Trivia night occurs every Tuesday at 8pm with a $5 entry fee.

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The bar closes at 2am, so plan your visit accordingly.

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Small dive bar offers cheap drinks and a friendly local crowd. Rooftop setting with a pool table creates a relaxed vibe. Atmosphere feels like early 70s with a mix of Austinites, college kids, and artists.

Friendly locals create a welcoming vibe in this cute little dive bar. It serves as a solid spot to grab a shot and enjoy a local atmosphere.

People are saying

"I considered this bar my favorite bar ever."

"The beer here is iced-cold and super right in price."

"It's a great local dive bar with friendly people."

Good to know

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It costs $1.50 to play the pool table.

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The prices are affordable compared to other trendy bars.

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La Perla Bar offers cheap, no frills beer and limited seating.

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Honky-tonk and dive bar mix creates an edgy dive dance den with live country bands and a small, crowded dance floor. Locals enjoy two-step dancing and watching others in a casual, authentic dive vibe. Patio seating and a taco truck add to the laid-back atmosphere.

Old school dive bar vibe blends with a honky-tonk feel. It stays true to an authentic, non-hipster dive bar experience with a solid, legit dive bar atmosphere.

People are saying

"The live music here is incredible, perfect for dancing."

"I found it to be a very cool place to visit as a tourist."

"This dive bar has fantastic live country music and dancing."

Good to know

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The cover charge is $10, payable in cash only.

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Happy hour runs from 4pm to 8pm with discounted drinks.

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Two-step dance lessons are offered at 7pm Thursday through Sunday.

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Dive bar boasts a no-frills atmosphere with scents of late nights and incense. Live music and DJs create a lively vibe that draws an upbeat crowd. Spacious indoor and outdoor areas include a popular outside bar perfect for casual fun.

Smells of late nights and incense fill the air in this classic dive bar. It offers a no frills atmosphere that feels straightforward and unpretentious.

People are saying

"The karaoke here is super fun and packed."

"I considered this the best bar in Austin."

"It's a classic dive bar with no frills."

Good to know

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Karaoke happens every Tuesday night, and a $10 tip is needed to perform.

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Happy hour offers great prices on drinks, but it's not available on weekends.

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There is no cover charge to enter the bar.

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Bar blends hidden speakeasy charm with a large outdoor patio featuring food trucks. Inside, enjoy pool tables and a subterranean dive bar vibe with live music and loud playlists. Atmosphere shifts from lively to laid-back seamlessly.

Dark, dank, and subterranean space defines this no frills dive bar. Small and perfect for a straightforward, upscale millennial dive bar vibe.

People are saying

"The outdoor seating has a chill patio with food trucks."

"It's a laid-back spot perfect for a casual night out."

"It's a no frills dive bar that's dark, dank, and small."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 4-7pm on weekdays with special drink offers.

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Pets are not allowed after 9 pm on Fridays and Saturdays.

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There is a hidden speakeasy inside Shangri-La that can get crowded.

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Small dive bar boasts a half-circle bar and pool tables for a gritty vibe. Loud, grungy atmosphere draws tattooed regulars and musicians. Covered patio with cared-for plants offers a calm outdoor spot.

Strong dive bar vibes fill the place with a cool setting that stays true to the dive bar style. It feels like a solid dive bar through and through.

People are saying

"This bar's dive vibes felt like a dare."

"I loved the amazing whiskey selection here."

"I found it to be a cool dive bar through and through."

Good to know

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Parking is only for customers visiting the bar.

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The bar has no kitchen and limited food options.

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Expect a dive bar atmosphere with a patio area.

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