Looking to try the top lounges around?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable lounges in Austin, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture next time you're on the hunt.
1. Violet Crown Social Club
Topping the list is Violet Crown Social Club. Located at 1111 E. Sixth St. in East Cesar Chavez, the lounge and dive bar is the highest-rated cheap lounge in Austin, boasting 4.5 stars out of 179 reviews on Yelp.
The site can tell you a thing or two more about Violet Crown Social Club. Founded in 2011, this spot belongs the family of pubs that include Barfly's, MugShots and The Hideout Pub.
Yelper Lindsay C., who reviewed Violet Crown Social Club on March 14, shared, "When you open the door, you know you can expect a nice cool, dark, rad place to have a drink…We came here on a late Saturday afternoon and we were all able to get seats at the bar…My brother and his pals really liked the whip drink, a specialty frozen drink that is orange and super delicious looking."
2. Yellow Jacket Social Club
Next is East Cesar Chavez's Yellow Jacket Social Club, situated at 1704 E. Fifth St. With four stars out of 390 reviews on Yelp, the lounge and New American spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an inexpensive option.
We found more information on the site about what this spot offers.
Yelper Mary Mac J., who reviewed Yellow Jacket Social Club on May 29, wrote, "It's the first place I recommend/take newcomers and visitors to Austin. The food is so surprisingly good for this small of a place. The outdoor seating area is beer drinkin' perfection. The bar is small, and it can get crowded during busy times; however, the bartenders are always fast and on their A game. "
3. Bender Bar & Grill
Bender Bar & Grill, a lounge, dive bar and traditional American spot in West Congress, is another budget-friendly go-to, with four stars out of 296 Yelp reviews. Head over to 321 W. Ben White Blvd., Suite 300, to see for yourself.
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Yelper Amanda P., who reviewed the longe on Oct. 8, wrote, "This bar is fun to hang out in due to friendly bartenders but, also, fantastic jukebox selections and pool tables too! Outdoor area is great to hang in but inside has windows and great TVs too. I love this place!"
4. Knomad Bar
Last but not least, there's Knomad Bar, a Windsor Park favorite with four stars out of 238 reviews. Stop by 1213 Corona Drive to hit up the next time you're looking to satisfy your cravings on a budget.
The site has lots more information on Knomad Bar. Founded by Texan and globetrotter Miguel Jimenez, this spot represents his vision for a comfortable, lively neighborhood lounge for weary travelers, notes the history section of the business' Yelp profile.
Well known for its signature Nomad Bloody Mary and live music acts, it "specializes in world drinks and world culture by promoting food and events that showcase the world from our wonderful little oasis, tucked in the heart of the Mueller-Windsor Park neighborhood," it states on Yelp in the specialities section.
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