Suggestions for Dive Bar near Downtown Austin, Austin

Stephanie M. • March 12, 2013One of my favorite dive bars of all time. It's dark, they have a great jukebox, amazing burgers and full bar. Enjoyed alone or with a group. Can't recommend enough.

kim w. • March 17, 2011Great dive bar. Cool, laid back, gritty vibe. Ace pear on draft.

Victor T. • September 22, 2012Great staff. Get there early to grab a table on the right, especially when Calling Jack Burton is playing.

Liz B. • June 6, 2014The venue is a little slice of heaven. The back sitting area is nice and shaded w/a nice area for a singer/band to perform.

Rachel M. • March 16, 2011Great venue with friendly bartenders and cheap drinks. The ultimate bonus? Original cabinet games and mega Jenga on the patio!

Scott B. • April 28, 2023Old school Austin indoor/outdoor venue with a dive bar feel. Amazingly well curated music lineups year round, especially during SXSW.

Ilya P. • March 11, 2014Classic dive bar with a great jukebox and arcade games.

Victoria S. • January 10, 2015A dark little hidey hole next to the Texas state capital. Inexpensive no fuss cocktails or beer. Great juke box. Atmospheric.

Kristina T. • January 2, 2016Good vibes, music variety, great people and plenty of atmosphere. One hell of a place to spend NYE. Thanks for the awesome evening y'all.

Erin G. • June 14, 2017Tequila + dive bar = good times to be had.

Miguel L. • March 16, 2019Great little dive bar atmosphere to hang out. The merch is also prime stuff so get yourself a hat and rep when you head out.

Nathan H. • September 11, 2018Great spot on Rainey. Spacious, laid back, good music, friendly bartenders. Overall, I’d call it comfortable.

Miranda D. • March 29, 2013Great atmosphere and tasty specialty drinks. Love the sangria in a mason jar idea.

David B. • March 19, 2010order a tall boy of lonestar

Roberto Y. • April 14, 2016Great ambience, great beer, great service, good food. Perfect for a sunny day!

Saundra • February 27, 2013formerly, the legendary EMOS, Try to get past the 2" of urine in the porta-potty and you'll love this place.Still one of the greatest venues to see a band outside while feeling like you're inside.

Brittany P. • April 3, 2015Usually no or low cover, cheap beer, DJ's cover broad spectrum of bass music

Jennifer K. • April 14, 2017Nice little outside bar with dog friendly area for hanging out. 2 outdoor stages for music!

Antonio B. • April 21, 2016The Jumbo Lump Crab with Crawfish Stack was amazing along with the Bacon-Wrapped Brussel Sprouts.

John I. • March 31, 2014GREAT food!!! The Po Boy Cheeseburger was amazing!

John W. • April 20, 2010Great mimosas along with great service (ask for Lori). I'd recommend sharing, too...big portions so ask for an extra side plate for your late friend.

Elyse P. • March 28, 2013Super cute, lovely service, and the most important of all tasty specialty drinks ;)

Simi F. • August 2, 2015Cozy and intimate. A refreshing change from the hubbub of Rainey. And they have prosecco!

Tom L. • July 6, 2018Best Jazz in Texas!!

Milas D. • August 24, 2019Coffee, craft cocktails, classic Rainey feels. Great spot.

Tim S. • June 25, 2013Awesome dive bar, and really GOOD chili here! Highly recommend this place.

Trae F. • February 17, 2016Fun times playing darts here. Friendly crowd!

Gina R. • March 19, 2011One of the best spicy bloody marys I have ever had!!