When is the side bar open?
Every day, 5 PM–2 AM.
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the side bar
- 4.0410 reviews
- $$
- Closed now
The side bar is a lively, trendy downtown Austin bar offering craft cocktails and a friendly patio vibe. Expect upbeat music, energetic crowds, and a mix of locals and visitors — a great spot to gather with friends or start a night out. The staff focuses on creative drinks and quick service, making it worth a visit for socializing and casual celebrations.
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When is the best time to visit the side bar?
It's at its best evenings and undefined. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.
How much does the side bar cost?
Google lists its prices as $$.
Where is the side bar?
602 E 7th St,Austin, TX 78701.
Right now · 3:45 pm
Why it fits right now
Closed right now.
Opens today 5 pm.
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Hours
Closed now- monday
- 5 PM–2 AM
- tuesday
- 5 PM–2 AM
- wednesday
- 5 PM–2 AM
- thursday
- 5 PM–2 AM
- friday
- 5 PM–2 AM
- saturday
- 5 PM–2 AM
- sundayToday
- 5 PM–2 AM
Where and how
- 1 the side bar
- 2 The 13th floor · 1 min
- 3 Stubb's Bar-B-Q · 2 min
- 4 Cafe 508 · 2 min
- 5 Museum of the Weird · 4 min
Good to know
- Price $$
- Good for small groups
- Good for large groups
From visitors and the venue
What it's like
4.0from 410 reviews
Known for
- Late night
- Group dining
- Date night
- Great cocktails
- Live music
- Outdoor seating
The feel
- Lively
- Trendy
- Cozy
- Groups
- Tourists
- University students
Around Downtown
Nearby
Within about a 15-minute walk.
The 13th floorBar · 1 min walk
Stubb's Bar-B-QLive music · 2 min walk
Good nowCafe 508Café · 2 min walkMuseum of the WeirdMuseum · 4 min walk
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