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The Wheel

Bar Cocktail bar Beer garden

Vintage-chic bicycle-themed bar with a loungey patio for whiskey cocktails, plus bike tune-ups. People often mention patio, Great, cocktails, friendly, good, great, drinks, staff, vibe,


Address

1902 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd B, Austin, TX 78702

Website

thewheelaustin.com

Contact

(512) 531-9696

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (429 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 4 PM to 2 AM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 4 PM to 2 AM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 2 PM to 2 AM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 4 PM to 2 AM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 4 PM to 2 AM
  • Tuesday: 4 PM to 2 AM
  • Wednesday: 4 PM to 2 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: patio (9) Great (9) cocktails (8) friendly (8) good (7) great (7) drinks (6) staff (6) vibe (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Nicole H. 1 year ago on Google
    Molly is one of my favorite cocktails. She’s pretty too.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Saurabh M. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the most underrated bars in Austin. Vibe- cozy, bicycle theme. Indoor outdoor sitting. Drinks- Nice balanced cocktail with a good spectrum of drinks. Full bar. Bartender are nice and friendly environment
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rusty R. 7 months ago on Google
    Cool place for drinks and conversation. Nice and comfortable outdoor area. Interesting drinks and friendly people.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Abraham Z. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent bartenders awesome atmosphere and great patio and yummy food
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel A. 1 year ago on Google
    Dive bar. Parking is minimal but never an issue because there is parking in the direct area. Bar staff is friendly. Can get packed at times with minimal seating. Honestly a hipster bar with good drinks and good people. East Austin bar feel...smoking allowed on patio. Not a bad thing...but the beer tap fountain makes you feel like you have to pee due to the noise.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Magdiel De La R. 1 year ago on Google
    I used to frequent The Wheel often, I moved away and moved back and I am glad to see that they’re still providing the same type service and quality cocktails. Bartenders are pretty awesome, experienced and friendly. I have been back twice already and plan to continue to come back. Great place for a night cap; especially if you’re not done with date night at nearby restaurants. The outside seating area is nice and chill. Check it out with friends.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kris L. 1 year ago on Google
    Low-Key vibe and Atmosphere with down to earth Employees, Very community/Family vibe. Def recommend if your looking for a chill hang n outing.

  • 5/5 Tony T. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to take your dog and meet with other really great people over cocktails. Their cocktail menu is amazing and their atmosphere is very relaxed and calm. Outdoor seating is a must on a nice day. Really enjoyed my time there and can't wait to go back!

  • 1/5 Carlos 7 months ago on Google
    Every The Wheel’s members were great! Except for the hat and mustache bartender guy. 1 star for u. You ruined the experience. CLIENTS: be aware.

  • 5/5 Eugene M. 7 months ago on Google
    This was my first time here and this place is amazing!! Great cocktails made by the most passionate and knowledgeable bartenders around. It’s an oasis. I may never leave.

  • 3/5 Tyler S. 7 months ago on Google
    Heard good things about this place and was told they have a rotating $4-5 Whiskey of the Day. If that's what they used to have they have since raised prices. They charged $8 for a single of the Whiskey of the Day and charged another $1 for getting it neat. I saw another comment about someone being charged $1 for ice, so it looks like they tack on extra charges that they don't have to include in the price of the drink so everything looks less expensive. It had a neighborhood bar feel to it and would be worth checking out if you're already nearby, but know it's a little pricey and you can't trust the listed prices to be final. I will say that service was very fast.

  • 5/5 Virginia S. 7 months ago on Google
    Neighborhood bar with indoor seating plus covered patio, walking distance to many restaurants. Super limited parking. Regular beer pricing $7-$8 for local beers. No pricing listed online so you find out when the bill arrives.

  • 5/5 Nancy H. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome place. Friendly staff. Doesn't get better.

  • 5/5 Johnny !. 1 year ago on Google
    The wheel is a cool little bar. You might call it a dive bar. It's got a unique vibe, and space to play games and maybe do a puzzle. Well decorated, nice cocktails.

  • 5/5 Antoinette N. 1 year ago on Google
    Stopped by on a whim while in the area and glad I did. Was met with friendly bartenders. The vibe is chilled, cozy, and low key. Appreciate the bicycle theme which gives it a rustic and earthy feel. I tried the Charlotte drink which was good. I will return with friends!

  • 5/5 Nicholas G. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the best neighborhood bars in town. Great selection of beer, solid patio, good music, and really non-fussy staff. Only negative is you have to ask for a key for the men's bathroom or bond with a stranger.

  • 5/5 Sati A. 1 year ago on Google
    The Wheel is my most natural haunt. After any of my three jobs in any order I always go unwind with conversation at the Wheel. It is industry friendly and also out of towner appropriate. Records on play. The staff are well versed and well read. DO NOT DISRESPECT THEM BECAUSE YOU WILL BE EJECTED. Great cocktails. Great people. Great beer on draft.

  • 3/5 Kirby F. 1 year ago on Google
    By "dog friendly patio," they really mean "disgusting chain smoker oriented patio." What cruel person would let their dog breathe that much smoke? Food from their partner restaurant is great if you eat it inside.

  • 5/5 Taylor M. 2 years ago on Google
    In love with this place. Bar staff was so cool, super quick. Plenty of seating options both inside and out. Parking was not an issue super late (midnight/1am) but I could see parking being a challenge during the day. Super cool vibe on the inside. Chill, music not too loud, just love it. A great neighborhood bar.

  • 5/5 洪偉晴 5 years ago on Google
    Southern toned cocktail Creative signature bar menu inspired by the daughter of founder , I enjoyed the easy going way how bartender make the spiritual creature !

  • 5/5 Aaron B. 1 year ago on Google
    I've been casually stopping by for awhile, good place to hangout with friends, they welcome dogs, they have a cool patio and caring staff and don't forget the convenient water station 🙂

  • 5/5 Connor C. 2 years ago on Google
    Just what I was looking for: a casual and comfortable bar with excellent cocktails and a welcoming atmosphere. Great music. Great patio.

  • 5/5 Benjamin W. 1 year ago on Google
    Very friendly bartenders, amusing and interesting clientele, delicious drinks. Had better experiences in just a few visits than at my hometown dive. Good times to be had at The Wheel.

  • 5/5 Josh C. 1 year ago on Google
    I was very satisfied coming to this place after working at the beiber concert. We had a few drinks and we ended up getting my FAVORITE which was this delicious Molly Mule shown here in the first photo which had Vodka infused with a SUPERBLY DELICIOUS 🤤 amalgamation of ginger, jalapeño🌶, beet, lime🍋, & ginger beer which makes for a nice refreshing beverage. 🥃Staff was great, knowledgeable, as well as fun, which tied perfectly with the chill vibes of this bar. Definitely recommend! 😩👌👌

  • 5/5 Lindsey K. 2 years ago on Google
    One of my favorite places in the ATX. Excellent cocktails, great vibe. I love the covered heated patio in the winter time. Also it's just steps away from Austin Daily Press if you're hungry


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Outside food allowed
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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