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Star Bar

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Downtown Austin, Austin
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6.9/10
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    Mikini W.
    "great craft beer selection"(2 Tips)
    Kat R.
    "Get the El Caliente martini"(3 Tips)
    Laurie O.
    "The spicy habanero margarita makes coming here worth it."(2 Tips)
    Miriam G.
    "Okay but overly crowded place to have a beer."(2 Tips)
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  • Brian T.heart icon on user image
    Brian TadeApril 3, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    The quality of their Craft beer selection is second to none in Austin. And the staff is always top notch.
  • Samantha S.heart icon on user image
    Samantha SmithMarch 24, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Good place to watch sports especially on the back patio. New food truck has good chips and dip, tacos are better across the street
  • Wendy B.
    Wendy BryantSeptember 13, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Ask for Nate. This is bar none the best margarita (rita) in Austin. Nice spot to people watch on the quieter side of 6th street.
  • Mikini W.heart icon on user image
    Mikini WilliamsSeptember 13, 2021
    Great atmosphere! They have a great craft beer selection and I love that VIA313 is right next to the bar.
  • B W.heart icon on user image
    B WDecember 14, 2014
    Classic West 6th hangout. Gets crowded. Maybe slightly less energetic vibe than Ranch & Dogwood.
  • Dave F.heart icon on user image
    Dave FloydOctober 1, 2015
    Been here 100+ times
    Rotating list of beers on tap. Bartenders have great recommendations.
  • Psy F.
    Psy FusionJuly 17, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Make sure off is Friday or Saturday night to grab some grub from @peachedtortilla out back. Featured in Vogue magazine Hautest food truck in Austin. #fact
  • Joycott
    JoycottApril 16, 2014
    Earth Day is a great day for some great drinks. 5% of your total check goes to support eco-friendly causes.
  • exfm
    exfmFebruary 24, 2012
    They've got some pretty swag martini making skills going on here. Definitely check out the Mexican Martini. You won't regret it!
  • David B.
    David BrearOctober 3, 2014
    Beer selection is the best on sixth street. Go see Adam cause he's the best!
  • Rusty S.
    Rusty StoneSeptember 16, 2010
    Drinking healthy and sustainably by drinking the lemonade on the menu or a VeeV the world's first acai spirit and completely eco-friendly alcohol brand.
  • Kelly B.
    Kelly BrileyNovember 19, 2014
    Order tacos from the taxi truck next door and they will deliver to the bar.
  • restlessnapkin.com
    restlessnapkin.comAugust 23, 2011
    Have their own twist on the Paloma, made with Fresca! Possibly the best in Austin.
  • Roger W.heart icon on user image
    Roger WillisJune 8, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Chill west 6th bar. Lot of memories here.
  • Tex R.
    Tex ReardonNovember 3, 2013
    Rockin' tonight with the Seminoles and Canes game! Lots of happy Longhorns her as well!
  • Chris D.
    Chris DuelNovember 14, 2010
    I'm really sad to say that it's not the relaxing comfortable place it used to be. It's full of yuppie butt-holes and lawyer douche bags. I miss you old Star Bar...
  • Laurie O.
    Laurie OsmanFebruary 17, 2012
    The spicy habanero margarita makes coming here worth it.
  • Dylan D.
    Dylan DrummondJune 13, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Dave Floyd & Sara Foskitt got engaged & celebrated here that night!
  • Thrillist
    ThrillistJanuary 28, 2010
    Order the Jameson/iced tea "Little Dipper", your Carl Sagan-esque opportunity to ask the bartender to Big-size it. Read more
  • Kristi R.heart icon on user image
    Kristi RoenSeptember 29, 2017
    Packer bar, decent beer selection
  • Wendy B.
    Wendy BryantSeptember 2, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Great ritas. Love the location. My fav ATX bar
  • Corina Frankie
    Corina FrankieMarch 12, 2013
    Awesome IPA selection.
  • Kelly R.
    Kelly RyknbokSeptember 2, 2018
    Didn’t spend more than 13 seconds in this bar due to the HORRIBLE stench of stale beer. It was a game changer.
  • Miriam G.heart icon on user image
    Miriam GoldmanMarch 31, 2016
    Okay but overly crowded place to have a beer.
  • Luke B. M.
    Luke B. MarchantApril 12, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Best service!!!
  • Asa S.
    Asa SelzerFebruary 20, 2011
    St Ginger is awesome! Get it without ice!
  • Melissa H.
    Melissa HessJune 22, 2010
    ask for Ayron or Jen; they ROCK!
  • Sam O.
    Sam OlivaresMarch 23, 2014
    The guy at the front door is a racist with the beard. He looks like a Bin Lidin. He doesn't like Hispanics. He wouldn't let us in.
  • restlessnapkin.com
    restlessnapkin.comAugust 23, 2011
    Hate your body? Get a Ghost Pepper shot, have 911 on speed dial.
  • Kat R.
    Kat RussellJuly 20, 2010
    Get the El Caliente martini
  • Kaustubh T.heart icon on user image
    Avoid if you are not a fan of fratty places.
  • Arthur C.
    Arthur CarmichaelNovember 7, 2011
    Much douchebaggery
  • Caroline P.
    Caroline PressonDecember 10, 2011
    This place sucks!
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