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Clive Bar
Cocktail Bar$$$$
Downtown Austin, Austin
"One of the great hidden gems downtown, just off Rainey Street."(4 Tips)
"Great outdoor seating and mezcal mules at Bar Ilegal."(5 Tips)
"So much outdoor space, awesome view, tons of food trucks to deliver."(13 Tips)
"Great live music and a relaxed atmosphere."(4 Tips)
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Social News NetworkApril 17, 2013Clive is one of the most relaxing bars on Rainey Street because of its "Western" feel. Try visiting several of the bars on the street, each has a very distinct personality.
Travis BlankenshipJanuary 22, 2012Ask the bartenders what they like to make. They're all very passionate about their craft, and they tend to have a couple of amazing drinks in their back pockets! Or just get a Pecan Porter on draft.
Aaron JonesJanuary 2, 2015Great cocktail menu. However, some bartenders may need to be reminded that every cocktail should not be shaken. Nightly $6 cocktails during the week and free biscuits and gravy 2nd & 4th Sunday's.
- Ariana VoyerFebruary 5, 2018Enjoyed sitting outside on the deck with a Perfect G&T. Great for people watching on Rainey Street.
natalie kayMay 31, 2018Every cocktail I had was delicious. Trust the bartender and go earlier to enjoy a great conversation.
Brooklyn UnitedMarch 6, 2012Part of the Rainey St. collection of bars, Clive Bar has a distinct vibe with a nice wooden side porch, perfect for enjoying a drink and the warm Austin weather.
WD SprinkleOctober 3, 2013be under 30 & a hot femme ... then the service is excellent ... if your not option 1, 2 or both .... be prepared to stand at the bar with an empty glass in your hand!- Kyle BunchMarch 7, 2012One of the great hidden gems downtown, just off Rainey Street. And make sure to check out Bar Ilegal in the backyard.
- Kristen KeysSeptember 30, 2011I love sitting outside here. So much outdoor space, awesome view, tons of food trucks to deliver. Perfect!
Molly HarrisMay 7, 2014Jonny Gray killed it last night at Clive Bar. Such a cool place for an intimate set.
David PittsSeptember 30, 2014It's crowded on Saturday, but nowhere near as bad as some other areas of town. Good selection of beer and a well made G&T.
This is the "dive-iest" fancy bar in all of Austin. All the class of a high scale lounge with tons more character. Plus with $2 Pearl you can't beat it.
CultureMap AustinJuly 8, 2011There's an obvious reason why Clive Bar rhymes with "dive bar," so you can ask the bartender for menus of a couple restaurants across the street.
Jacob CassDecember 28, 2014Mulled wine and spiked apple cider! Was perfect for a chilly Texan night.
Sarah CNovember 11, 2012Oddly enough the patio here is unquestionably one if the best places to see the bats!
J. TilzOctober 3, 2011This place is fantastic. However, the ping pong table is unfairly positioned and leaves one side with an unfair advantage.
Arthur CarmichaelNovember 7, 2011Order eats from the bevy of food trucks across the street (the bartenders have the menus)
Slam a shot of Herradura neat, chase it with a Victoria! Life will be fantastic.
Order scotch on the rocks and they'll pour you a triple
Rachel YouensJune 10, 2010Pay respects to the passing of the Peacock Lounge by sipping a cocktail in their old chairs, which now reside here
Don't come here. I love Rainey st but our bartender is TERRIBLE. Or come here and ask for one of the male bartenders.
Isabel JMarch 31, 2012If you don't dress like an idiot, be prepared for several annoying people to call you a hipster
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Rainey Street's original cocktail lounge
Closed until 4:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 4:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Fri–Sun
- 2:00 PM–2:00 AM
(512) 494-4120
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
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Happy Hour
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Comfortable interior, with an elevated balcony, good variety of cocktails with a specialization in tequila. A little pricy though"
James Stephenson - 8.7
"For a summer cocktail, go with the Darjeeling Limited. Creamy deliciousness! And vegetarians, the cauliflower gnocchi is great!"
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