Barton Springs Saloon
7 people recommendvia r/austinfood, r/Austin7 comments cited below
The comments cited below are a sample of the full tally across 7 threads.
What people say, in short
Most people recommend Barton Springs Saloon, and a few mention its local drafts. One patron describes a dive-style spot, and one had a fun night with a private-party feel despite a single worn-out pool table.
Address
Barton Springs Saloon, 424 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/Planterizer in r/austinfood · Oct 2024price
Says it is always worth mentioning for cheap local drafts and a laid-back crowd.
- Recommendsu/acsatx89 in r/austinfood · Oct 2024
Recalls past post-shift visits here for cheap six-packs, with good memories.
- Recommendsu/BiggDadE in r/austinfood · Oct 2025ambience
Describes it as a dive-style spot a block from Terry Black's and a fine pick for drinks after dinner.
- Recommendsu/pistachios2002 in r/austinfood · Oct 2024price
Says this saloon has affordable draft beers.
- Recommendsu/The5thLoko in r/Austin · Nov 2023
Gives Barton Springs Saloon high praise.
- Recommendsu/kanyeguisada in r/austinfood · Nov 2025
Names this as an answer to the request.
- Mixedu/poop_grunts in r/Austin · Jun 2025ambience
Notes one worn-out pool table, but praises the crowd, which felt like a private party.
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Details last checked 11 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.