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Cain & Abel's
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West University, Austin
"Tuesday night dollar beers and Texas teas"(10 Tips)
"A total UT undergrad mess in the best possible way."(2 Tips)
"Dollar beer tuesdays rock"(2 Tips)
"Good for cheap date..."(2 Tips)
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Amy ArmbrusterMarch 3, 2015Cain and Abel Loved the wood in the open bar area. We had the nachos very good. Then we Shared the chicken fried steak sandwich. Too chewy but the fries were food. Great beer and fresh margaritas
Social News NetworkAugust 14, 2013Great place to grab casual drinks. The service quality depends on who's working, but everyone is friendly and easy to talk to. Just a warning, dollar beer nights can get messy so be prepared.- Social News NetworkJune 30, 2012If you're driving on a Tuesday or Thursday night, consider walking from a block-or-two away as the lot behind the bar can fill up fast on Tuesday's "dollar beer night" and "Thirsty Thursdays".
Martin RichardsonOctober 26, 2016Was here on a Monday afternoon so fairly quiet. Good place still for a drink (63 beers on tap) and some food.
Popular for so many other things, but I especially love their early-morning breakfast tacos. The chorizo , egg and cheese one made my day.
Josh ASeptember 19, 2017It's a campus bar. Definitely a campus bar. Good number of taps. Cheap top shelves on Sunday nights but don't expect a cocktail or "bartenders."
Great beer selection, love the atmosphere and enjoy going there regularly!
macon leiperOctober 25, 2011I love this place for a good late lunch and cold beer. The bartender is friendly and they have a great tap selection.
Nikki is the best bartender in the history of bartenders
- Jeff WeinsteinMarch 26, 2014A total UT undergrad mess in the best possible way. Long island ice tea will knock you out for a few hours.
Lindsay GarrettApril 28, 2015They advertise 63 beers on tap but they don't seem to know anything about beer....not to mention they didn't have the first two I ordered. We'll see if the burger is any good for 6.95 (on special)
WARNING: Watch out for the 95-pound-abels-man. He will steal your baked chips and spicy ranch. What might result in a ruined night just incites more elicit Texas Tea drinking
Great place to be for dollar beer night as long as you don't mind an almost completely college aged crowd.
Try the bacon bleu burger it's delicious! $8 Texas teas on Thursdays and Sunday Funday are my favorite deals!
WilliamAugust 22, 2012Must come on Tuesdays. It doesn't matter how thirsty you are, domestics are only a dollar.
If you want something from the kitchen be prepared to go order it yourself.
Kat RudbergMarch 4, 2013Campus rating bump in effect here. If you want cheap drinks, outdoor seating, and the undergrad scene, this place is for you. If you care about quality of food, preparation, and service, AVOID.
Dylan HeimbrockFebruary 10, 2012Better watch out, if you're here to watch venutainment it uses the metric system!
Matthew GordonMarch 1, 2013Slow service, mediocre food. Outdoor seating is nice, but not enough to make up for taking 30 minutes before your first drink arrives.
Ask fr bartenders Courtney or Brooke, they make strong Texas Teas!!
Kimberly BoltonSeptember 20, 2010Taboo for underclassmen to go, this bar is for the junior/senior crowd. Really strict on ID's.
They've managed to turn the cool bar in west campus into an awful, sheisty place
Ke_dollarsign_haMarch 3, 2011I concur with the cheap date in addition to other tempestuous frolicking
Victoria DaughtreyAugust 31, 2011Dollar beer night is nice, staff is fast and patient, but the fratty crowd that plauges this place is downright rude, pushy and horrible to be around.
Jessica JazdzewskiMay 14, 2012Walked out- took 20 minutes to get a lunch menu and then the waitress never returned to take my order.- I'm a little disappointed their veggie burger comes from a box.
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Cain & Abel's has been a part of Austin and UT's West Campus since 1991. Bring the crew and sip on the brew of your choice with excellent service.
Open until 2:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:00 AM–2:00 AM
(512) 476-3201
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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