If you wish to enjoy cheap drinks and dance the night off, head to Dirty Bill's. The place can get a cramped and crowded but that is the charm of Dirty Bill's. They do not promote happy hours, well why would they? Dirty Bill's always serves cheap drinks! The bartenders are extremely friendly and known to entertain you with strong drinks as well as potent humor. Dirty Bill's is perfect for a girls night out, for partying with friends or also to grab drinks with co-workers. Dirty Bill's is Austin's classic dive bar. Get here, grab drinks and forget how the day was and just groove to the Hip-Hop beats.
Oilcan Harry's is a gay bar which has been in business for many years. The ambiance is very relaxing, with high chairs, comfy couches and more. The staff is one of the best aspects of this night spot. OUT Magazine has named Oilcan Harry's one of the "50 Greatest Gay Bars in the World." They have great music with a huge dance floor, where all the people have fun dancing to the sounds churned by the DJ.
Tiniest Bar in Texas is by far the smallest bar in Austin. Being tiny is what makes it special. The important thing is that it has all sorts of beverages to offer, whether it's liquor for adults or soft drinks for kids. This bar has two outdoor seating area where people can just relax and enjoy their drinks. Like most bars, people here too are quite laid back. Moreover, it's a dog-friendly bar too. A plasma screen right in the middle of the bar so that people can cheer their favorite teams. That's not it, Guitar hero being the latest entries at this bar has gained more popularity. They also have live music to offer played by the local bands. Doesn't sound tiny anymore now, does it?
Formerly known as the Ski Shores Waterfront Cafe which opened in 1954, the newly renovated Ski Shores Cafe in west Austin is an ambient waterside cafe which welcomes newcomers and locals with its free live music, cheery wait-staff and the legendary tacos served for breakfast. Happy Hours between 3-6pm are a big hit with regulars and the younger crowd who flock here for the value-for-money offered. Recommended is the Ski Shores Bloody Mix and their piping hot pizzas which won't disappoint the foodies.
Located inside the Hotel Vegas, the Hotel Vegas Bar is an eclectic venue that is frequented by travelers as well as the common public for some quality night-outs with chilled drinks and some of the best names in the music circles. Featuring live artists as well as DJ nights, it ensures a happy musical spread to satisfy all taste-buds. There is an outdoor patio to catch your breath amid all the dancing and plenty of drinks are provided to quench your thirst.