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Drinks Lounge

Bar Record store

Unassuming watering hole with a patio, pool tables & a horseshoe-shaped bar, plus bands & DJ nights. People often mention great, drinks, music, awesome, good, night, friendly,


Address

2001 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702

Website

drinkslounge.com

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (513 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 2 PM to 2 AM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 2 PM to 2 AM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 12 PM to 2 AM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 12 PM to 2 AM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 2 PM to 2 AM
  • Tuesday: 2 PM to 2 AM
  • Wednesday: 2 PM to 2 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (11) drinks (11) music (9) awesome (7) good (7) night (7) friendly (6)
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  • 4/5 Keay A. 2 years ago on Google
    This place’s aesthetic is really cool, tall leather booths, funky chandeliers, pool tables and an awesome outdoor area. The bartender was super friendly to everyone and had interesting conversation. I had the frozen cherry limeade and it was great, the loaded cheese fries though…those were absolutely incredible. I usually shy away from cheese fries because of how soggy they can get but my fries were so crispy, had a bomb queso on it with bacon and jalapeños. Their front patio is a good size, with a few fans blowing and turf instead of concrete which was a nice change. I love being on the East Side more these days and I would definitely add this to my list of go-to places!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melody M. 5 years ago on Google
    Love this lounge. Friendly staff who will remember you and probably even your regular order. Best tended bar I've been to on Cesar Chavez with a great food selection and always good music playing. Love that they have a photo booth and pool tables and sometimes even a witches market...always enjoy myself whether it be with a group of friends or just having a beer by myself.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Noe De La M. 3 years ago on Google
    Very chill vibe with good drinks and food. Staff is very friendly. Music isn’t too loud. They’re taking all the COVID precautions so it’s fairly safe to come grab some drinks here. It wasn’t packed either, just the right amount of crowd all hanging out at their tables. I only tried a couple of drinks so I’ll be going back for sure to sample other cocktails and their beer selection.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ricardo R. 1 year ago on Google
    A hidden gem about to be 8 years in existence. All kinds of people in there so any newbies visiting do not screw up this vibe. Has a record store inside the bar definitely hard not to walk out without a record. The bartenders were awesome!!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Craig B. 2 years ago on Google
    Visiting Austin and working on a remodel project nearby. Have eaten burgers at several establishments and this is by far the best burger I have had. Love the atmosphere and the staff is great too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Barbados P. 2 years ago on Google
    Reasonably priced drinks, good selection of options. Wish the music hadn't been so loud. The place is set up more for hanging out and chatting with friends, but that's not really an option when there's a DJ playing loud dance music. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed the music selection. The loud dance music didn't fit the placement of the bar as there isn't a dance floor in there.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Terrence A. 1 year ago on Google
    My new favorite dive bar. Drink and food specials Monday thru Wednesday and a very well stocked record bar on the inside. I highly recommend ordering their "off menu" wings as well. Cheers 🍻!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cindy Marie W. 1 year ago on Google
    Great drinks and great food. Staff is friendly and prompt. Most nights you can find a table, busy but not slammed. Parking is a bit chaotic, same as most places these days.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adam D. 1 year ago on Google
    Came here for Bowie night and it was an awesome night. Them and Long Play across the street are both gems of the city. Drinks had creative cocktails, cheap beers if you want them, and cool vibes.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Savannah W. 1 year ago on Google
    Interesting atmosphere, good food and drinks, but it's expensive. The bartender said some shots were on the house, but charged my friend anyways for them tho.

  • 5/5 Elisa T. 8 months ago on Google
    just came for B. Jammin’s set last night and the drinks did not disappoint. Loved this place and would def come back.

  • 5/5 Eduardo P. 9 months ago on Google
    Love this place. I like me a good old fashioned with double 🍒 staff are friendly and super nice. Very chill place.

  • 5/5 Jennifer R. 6 months ago on Google
    Cool spot to hangout. The records are fun to look at. They had lots of records on sale for $5!

  • 5/5 Michael C. 1 year ago on Google
    This place has a great vibe and music to match. Service at the bar was friendly, gave a helpful intro to the beers on tap, and really quick 😍 And all the food we tried was delicious - the tater tot nacho thing is awesome and bad for you 😏

  • 5/5 Emery W. 1 year ago on Google
    Late night kitchen open? AND the food is good?! Instant 5 stars. The loaded fries and nachos were great. 5/5 would much again.

  • 5/5 Pavielle B. 1 year ago on Google
    Since I live in the neighborhood this is one of my favorite bars to stumble from. I always walk away with a record in hand. It's just divey enough without being gross. My favorite dish is the tot-chos and the frozen drinks hit the spot in the summer. Which is most of the year in Central Texas.

  • 5/5 Cory J. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome vibe! We visited Austin for a wedding and spent the first night on 6th street. We had fun on 6th, but there was no way we were going back a second night. Instead we headed to Drinks and everyone in our party loved it. It had an upbeat , chill vibe and great beers on tap. I met the owner Tim as well and he is a super nice guy. 5/5 definitely recommended 🤘

  • 5/5 Zachary T. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious drinks! Stopped in while waiting for a haircut. I can't remember the name of the first drink, but it was like a ghost pepper Margarita. Ended my stay with a delicious Ranch Water. The bartender was friendly and made great drinks. Would definitely return!

  • 5/5 Rick D. 2 years ago on Google
    Chill local spot super convenient to some Air BNB’s. Great drinks, Food specials almost every night it seems, burgers looked impressive…but we were on a liquid diet.

  • 5/5 Dominick M. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place to play pool but could barely see the table.

  • 5/5 Tabius Anderson S. 2 years ago on Google
    This place was awesome great food great owners great music especially if you want a variety of music they sell records all music and the food is awesome. Tim and Sarah awesome tell him to buy your sent you and ask for quesadillas


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Assistive hearing loop
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Outside food allowed
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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