Mean Eyed Cat 1621 West 5th Street, Austin, TX 78703

"Loved this Johnny Cash-meets-saw-mill lil dive bar! The vibe was mellow (we were there on a Sunday early afternoon), the staff was attentive and fast, and the drinks were excellent. I recommend the Cash Fashioned, a tequila based spin on an Old Fashioned, or the Shades of Green mocktail. Outside on the patio is a GIANT tree named George, a gorgeous oak with enormous spreading branches providing great shade. And bonus, the bathroom was clean!"

"Cool spot and looks like it would be a lot of fun in the evening. We stopped in for a few afternoon cocktails and listened to the locals carry on with one another. Everyone seemed very friendly and the Bartender was very welcoming and providing excellent service. Prices were very reasonable and the place has a ton of character and charm."

"What an absolute gem of a place! We visited one afternoon back in late May, during our first visit to Austin, and this was an oasis in the middle of a busy, hot city. We were immediately greeted by the friendliest bartender and entered an authentic space, the atmosphere just right. When asked for beverage recommendations, the bartender, whose name unfortunately escapes me, easily provided great options after asking a few key questions regarding our tastes. We initially sat inside to cool down and just enjoy our surroundings, but after a while, we moved to the outside area, which is also cosy, and, I suspect it would be even more so after sunset. I would have loved to visit again, but unfortunately we only had a short stay in Austin. But I can easily say that this is my favourite place in that city and one of my all-time favourite bar visits."