05/02/09

sevice issues...

by 8607

Short and sweet of it is the location is great, but there are plenty choices in Austin. Service was terrible and the bartender was rude.

• Pros: location
• Cons: service...good luck trying to get a drink

04/30/09

Not worth your time and/or money

by lovemygirlsintx

Don't waste your time. The location is really great! Unfortunately, the bartender has a seriously negative attitude and anger management problem. It's too bad for the owner, because the staff's attitude really does set the atmosphere. Personal issues/problems should be left at home. There are so many cool and hard-working bartenders looking for jobs in Austin right now... that would be less of a liability for the owner. Too many other great bars in Austin to hang out!

***Check out Donn's Depot across the street instead...you won't be disappointed!***

• Pros: Location is great!
• Cons: Bad service - Bartender is miserable with bad attitude

05/29/08

????

by lydiae1404

is this bar a lesbian bar...bc i had passed by yesterday and i saw rainbow lights? please someone comment back so i can know

11/02/07

Cool Spot

by longhorngirl82

I've lived in Austin for years and have driven by the Mean Eyed Cat thousands of times. I stopped by a few weekends ago and had a pitcher of beer with some friends. Although this is considered a "dive" bar, it's pretty nice on the inside for a dive bar and has a great outdoor patio you can sit at. This is definitely an Austin spot and a great place to hang out with friends.

10/30/07

I hope the condos don't ruin it

by josh

This is a fun bar to sit outside and feel like you're somewhere out in the Texas Hill Country. It has a relaxed icehouse feel, but it's full of rock 'n rollers instead of bikers. Convenient location across from El Arroyo makes it a good first stop while you're on your way into town for a night of fun.

01/05/07

Pseudo-Dive Bar

by burnetdurnit

This place is just OK. I know this is listed as a "dive bar" on this site, but I really don't think it's as much a dive as a trendy hotspot. It's too contrived and it seems to try too hard to be a dive bar. The people are a little too hip and probably go there because going to "dive" bars may be in now, but anyone who has been to the Poodle Dog or Lala's can tell the real thing.

• Pros: Outdoor seating, Johnny Cash theme
• Cons: Fake

11/09/06

Best Bar in town

by asherkathryn

This is a great bar! The guys behind the bar a very friendly and cool. Great atmosphere! I always feel comfortable there and have a great time!

07/21/06

Packed on friday and saturday nights for good reason

by biskit

I have spent many a night talking with friends over pitchers of Lonestar on the patio of Mean Eyed Cat. It's a great place, very chill. Everyone I've met there is very friendly. It's a great place to go with friends when you actually want to talk to them and don't want to be yelling over bad pop music. Beer is pretty cheap too. Go check it out.

10/18/05

Kickin' it at the Cat

by kayanaustin

The Cat is my current favorite for a quick beer or two or six. It's easy to get to, always has close parking and the bar staff is great. Sure, there's the total Johnny Cash theme but the jukebox also includes the Pixies, Ozzie and much, much more. The beer specials are good and the patio, although small, is nice at night. Check it out!

• Pros: Beer specials, Frito pie!, nice wine list
• Cons: small venue, no hard liquor

10/13/05

Awesome Waterin' Hole!

by johnny_whitetail

If you're not a fan of Johnny Cash don't waste your time joining me at Mean Eyed Cat!! This former chainsaw repair shack is unpretentious and full of character. There's a great beer and wine selection, and the "hot a**" wasabi nuts are a must.

The crowd is laid back and fun, and the music is classic country (Cash, Cash, Cash, Haggard, Willie, Waylon, Hank Jr & III, etc...). I'll meet you there on Friday's....bring some singles and pull up a stool!!

• Pros: Atmosphere, Music, Beer selection
• Cons: Limited seating