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Joe's Bar & Grill

506 West Ave
Austin, TX 78701
Phone: (512) 473-0885
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Hours:
Mon-Sat 11:30am-1:45am, Sun 11am-1:45am

Editorial Review for Joe's Bar & Grill – by Tara Hall

In Short
Wedged between high-rise lofts and an Italian eatery, Joe's is a clean, modern version of a neighborhood bar with an expansive deck. The hip-hued slate and cranberry walls dress up the casual interior decorated with plasma TVs, shuffleboard and pool tables. With an extensive drink menu--a variety of beer, wine and bubbly is available, including 16 tequilas and six cognacs--it's no wonder the after-work crowd comes in for weekday happy hours.

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On the Menu

Joe's food menu ranges from fancy plates like bone-in pork chop to classic bar fare like burgers and brats.

The Extras

Besides the full menu for evenings and weekends, Joe's also offers an all-inclusive lunch buffet weekdays from 11:30am to 2:30pm and weekend brunch from 11:30am to 3:30pm.

When to Go

Interested in learning the Italian game of bocce ball? Meet for free instructions Thursdays 4pm to 7pm and enjoy half-price Bocce wine.

User Reviews for Joe's Bar & Grill

2 Star Rating: Below Average

04/27/2008 Posted by austiniteX2

We went here for a casual dinner, and came home after a sub-par meal. Basically this is a bar, probably a nice place to hang out if you are looking for a "trendy" place and like a clean, "hip" bar to hang out for a few hours. This isn't the place to grab a bite, in that the food was not that good . . . which is pretty much how many bars are. There are plenty of places to grab something to eat in downtown, have a nice meal, etc., so go there first and then come to Joe's for a few drinks. Beware: really bad parking, esp. Thurs-Sat.

Pros: Looks like your urban, hip, yuppie-verging-on-oldie place to be

Cons: Parking is a hassle, food a miss

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

06/08/2007 Posted by gingerrogers

Our group of 8 went here for lunch. It wasn't that busy, but it took our food FORTY MINUTES to arrive. There was not one word of apology or explanation from our surly waitress, Debbie. It wasn't until we actually stood up to walk out that she began bringing out our food one dish at a time. One of our party's burger was so undercooked that he actually went and threw up in the mens' room. Debbie not only never explained or apologized, she charged us full price for everything AND ADDED A 17% GRATUITY TO OUR CHECK!!! For her fabulous service, no doubt. With all the great places around for lunch, there is no way I would go here.

Cons: Debbie

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Editor's Review

Restaurant-quality menu, significant drink selection and interactive bar games draw patrons throughout the day and night to this downtown bar.  See the full editorial review.

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On the Menu

Joe's food menu ranges from fancy plates like bone-in pork chop to classic bar fare like burgers and brats.

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Bar/Club Information

Smoking

  • On the patio

Atmospheres

  • Bars
  • Happy Hour
  • Lounge
  • Smoking Permitted
  • 21 & Over
  • Neighborhood
  • After Work
  • Food Served
  • Outdoor Seating

Parking

  • Lot

Hours

  • Mon-Sat 11:30am-1:45am
  • Sun 11am-1:45am

Payment Types

  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Discover

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