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Dirty Bill's

★★★★ 4.4 · 120 reseñas

At Dirty Bill's, we're a snug, dimly lit bar where good times roll. Our rollicking vibe is perfect for sipping on a variety of draft beers and enjoying live music and DJs that keep the party going. But it's not just about the drinks – our menu is designed to fuel the fun, with ta...

Dirty Bill's

Bar · Austin

4.4 · 284 reviews Google
www.dirtybillsaustin.com

About Dirty Bill's

At Dirty Bill's, we're a snug, dimly lit bar where good times roll. Our rollicking vibe is perfect for sipping on a variety of draft beers and enjoying live music and DJs that keep the party going. But it's not just about the drinks – our menu is designed to fuel the fun, with tasty bites that pair...

At Dirty Bill's, we're a snug, dimly lit bar where good times roll. Our rollicking vibe is perfect for sipping on a variety of draft beers and enjoying live music and DJs that keep the party going. But it's not just about the drinks – our menu is designed to fuel the fun, with tasty bites that pair perfectly with your favorite brews. Regulars rave about our delicious burgers and crispy wings, while guests love our cozy atmosphere and attentive service that makes everyone feel like family. Come for the drinks, stay for the memories – we can't wait to share them with you!

What Customers Say About Dirty Bill's

Dirty Bill's is a popular dive bar in Austin known for its friendly atmosphere, diverse crowd, and strong drinks. Many reviewers highlight the exceptional service from bartenders like Madison, Pham, Claudia and Miranda, and the fun music.

Best For

Groups Tourists Locals Late Night Casual

Tip: If you're looking for a fun and unpretentious dive bar experience with friendly bartenders and a welcoming atmosphere, Dirty Bill's is a great choice.

Features

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🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy 👥 Groups

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Explore the area around Dirty Bill's

Dirty Bill's is located in Austin, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Historical Heritage

  • West-Bremond Cottage (A 140m) — historic place in Austin, Travis County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas
  • Emma West Flats (A 163m) — historic place in Austin, Travis County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas
  • Robinson-Macken House (A 169m) — historic place in Austin, Travis County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas
  • Joseph and Mary Robinson Martin House (A 173m) — historic place in Austin, Travis County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas
  • McNeal Home (A 221m) — historic place in Austin, Travis County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas
  • Eugene Bremond House (A 267m) — historic place in Austin, Travis County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas
  • Mrs. Alfred Robinson, Sr. Home (A 275m) — historic place in Austin, Travis County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas
  • Catherine Robinson House (A 293m) — historic place in Austin, Travis County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas

Other Points of Interest

  • Fifth & West Residences (A 116m) — residential high-rise in Austin Texas
  • Intel Shell (A 196m) — building in Austin, Texas

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Frequently asked questions about Dirty Bill's

Dirty Bill's is located at 511 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78701, Austin.
Near Dirty Bill's you can find points of interest such as Fifth & West Residences, West-Bremond Cottage, Emma West Flats, Robinson-Macken House.
Dirty Bill's offers bar cuisine.
Dirty Bill's has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Dirty Bill's is ideal for groups, tourists, locals, late night, casual dining.
Dirty Bill's is a popular dive bar in Austin known for its friendly atmosphere, diverse crowd, and strong drinks. Many reviewers highlight the exceptional service from bartenders like Madison, Pham, Claudia and Miranda, and the fun music.
If you're looking for a fun and unpretentious dive bar experience with friendly bartenders and a welcoming atmosphere, Dirty Bill's is a great choice.
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Dirty Bill's Austin Reviews

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joseph borovich

We wanted a dive bar and we got it! Absolutely loved this spot. We stopped in on a Monday and it was pretty slow but we absolutely loved it. Our bartender, Miranda, was lovely and gave us a few tips on what to check out on our vacation. We had a few drinks and had a good time checking out the pictures on the wall that highlighted the good times had in the bar as well as the good times had by people wearing their Dirty/Sucio gear outside the bar. If you want to check out the worst gay bar in Austin you won’t be let down. Loved this place!

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D'Andre Thomas

First time I ever seen MD 20/20 served at a bar. Got it just for the memories. Was pretty packed on a Friday night. Love the vibe and aesthetic here.

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Robert C.

Great spot! This is there first bar I went to in Austin. Bartenders were friendly and gave me local tips on spots to check out. A DJ started playing later in the evening. They also had drink specials on the Thursday night I was there.

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Eric Winchester

Dirty Bills is small dive bar, and while it might seem shady as you first pass through door, the crowd is welcoming, friendly and by the end of the night everyone leaves the bar as friends. Just like Austin, it's a melting pot of suits, boots, punks, hoodlums, tech bros, skaters and industry workers. A typical night you'll hear everything from Harry Belafonte to UGK, and most likely catch the random out of work stripper dancing on the bar. Enjoy yourself and check your egos and bad attitudes at the door because the place is pretty amazing.

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Erika Benitez

Amazing bartender Pham! Always a great time at this cute, fun bar! SUCIO!

joseph borovich
joseph borovich

We wanted a dive bar and we got it! Absolutely loved this spot. We stopped in on a Monday and it was pretty slow but we absolutely loved it. Our bartender, Miranda, was lovely and gave us a few tips on what to check out on our vacation. We had a few drinks and had a good time checking out the pictures on the wall that highlighted the good times had in the bar as well as the good times had by people wearing their Dirty/Sucio gear outside the bar. If you want to check out the worst gay bar in Austin you won’t be let down. Loved this place!

D'Andre Thomas
D'Andre Thomas

First time I ever seen MD 20/20 served at a bar. Got it just for the memories. Was pretty packed on a Friday night. Love the vibe and aesthetic here.

Robert C.
Robert C.

Great spot! This is there first bar I went to in Austin. Bartenders were friendly and gave me local tips on spots to check out. A DJ started playing later in the evening. They also had drink specials on the Thursday night I was there.

Eric Winchester
Eric Winchester

Dirty Bills is small dive bar, and while it might seem shady as you first pass through door, the crowd is welcoming, friendly and by the end of the night everyone leaves the bar as friends. Just like Austin, it's a melting pot of suits, boots, punks, hoodlums, tech bros, skaters and industry workers. A typical night you'll hear everything from Harry Belafonte to UGK, and most likely catch the random out of work stripper dancing on the bar. Enjoy yourself and check your egos and bad attitudes at the door because the place is pretty amazing.

Erika Benitez
Erika Benitez

Amazing bartender Pham! Always a great time at this cute, fun bar! SUCIO!

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Kim Phillips

Perfect service every time, a ball every time I visit, Leslie is a fantastic bartender, and she looks like $1m too!

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Brandt2001

Love DB's. Fun non judgemental place to grab a drink just a bit out of the craziness of West 6th.

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Michael Healy

Lovely place, very friendly crowd. We made friends with total strangers here. I'm coming back next time I'm in Austin.

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Emma Robinson

A freaking gem. Divey, magical, divine. No frills and fantastic service. Miranda is dope!

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Aaron C (Mr. Aaron C)

$3 Shiner Cheer Beers and $5 Ciders on Irregular Menu on a Saturday? Doesn't get any cheaper than that for Austin...

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Aida Garza

I had a great experience with Miranda... she's amazing bar tender 😍

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thedon dawson

Get dirty @ Dirty Bill’s just off of 6th! Go where the locals go!

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joe louis

Had our Christmas party here and even though it was very narrow, it is a great atmosphere. Very clean restrooms.

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Morgan McKay

Nice divey mini-bar. Hung out on a Saturday arvo and experienced some good tunes and good vibes.

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Erin Haag

Solid dive bar. Saw a girl with a wiener dog in her backpack. Would return.

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Kevin Ellis

Ekkoe, is the best at what she does, informative and really kinda knows what I want when it comes to a drinks…😂😂. Thanks Ekkoe

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Supersonic DJ Lee Louis

My fiance and I had a blast we enjoy ourselves, friendly people hilarious yes we will be back

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TehHonda

Its called Dirty... One of the best bars on West 6th. Always packed full of a good time.

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jacob brennan

Great little dive bar a few steps from the west 6 shenanigans!

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Todd Ligon

Great bar. Mini millers!

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Whitney James

I love this bar. They always play fun music

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Mark W

Great place.. Good vibes here.. Don't have to worry about getting taken here.. I'll be back for sure

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Marcos “says”

Very chill cool place!! Can't wait to go back again

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Laurie Rector McCowan

One of our faves. Sometimes you get a crowd, sometimes you don't. Either way, it's always one of our stops on W. 6th.

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Sedrick Dudley

All my live I swore that I would NEVER be a Dive Bar guy...DB's changed that forever. Thank You to the staff!

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Kyle Magin

Dive bar par excellence. Austin wouldn't be the same without it

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Barry Lee

Small no frills bar. Great service and cozy atmosphere.

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John Teamah

They have the finest Maddog 20/20 in Austin haha great hangout spot!

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Ryan Subitch

Best dive bar downtown, hidden gem off West 6th.

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Rebekah Michael

Always a party. Keep walking all the way to the end of the bar, there's the dance floor.

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Kyle S

The diviest of dive bars on west 6th

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Benny Hernandez

Cold MD 20/20! Need I say more?

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Emily Ezell

Great service! Cece is a wonderful bartender. Sunday late afternoon was a very chill divey vibe. Nice and dark, friendly bartenders and clean bathrooms.

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Humberto Valdez

Best bar on W. 6th! We went early so people just getting out, but filled up quickly. Our bartender TK was cool..and friendly, a rarity downtown. 🤠 I recommend stopping by.

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Amanda Steffan

This might be one of my fave dive bars in Austin. Used to retreat into the dim lights and the AC on many a hot Texas summer afternoon. Cheap beer. A juke box. What more do you need?

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MichaelAngelo Torrez

The AC is on POINT! Great history and mood set The music is totally on it We bought a few SUCIO shirts because we are!! Ha!! Go there! You won't regret it!!

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Jashkirat Saini

Great place with OG dive bar feels. The music is great, make sure you come before 9:30 as it can get crowded! Only place to get some good vibes 🤠

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Jason Kovacs

5 stars because I accidentally walked behind the bar and instead of getting mad they let me bartend for two hours. I’d give ten stars for the Chris Stapleton music but Google won’t let me.

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shelbi lawrence

Legit the most fun bar in atx. Everyone is great but Corey is the best bartender and the vibes are always amazing.

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Isaac Gregg

Keep Austin weird, keep Dirty Sucio!! Great little dive bar, one of the best really. A must stop for those looking for some flavor.

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Meadow Garcia

Came around when it was slow. Cute small bar, very relaxed atmosphere with colorful low lights. Nice bartender as well.

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Malkia Smith

Great staff, awesome djs, but the bar is kind of cramped. The crowd is mixed, but enjoyable. Overall a great place. And definitely stands apart from the rest of west 6th street.

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Stavana Strutz

Great small bar! Thursday night music was dope with DJ Beatsmode playing old school hip hop.

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Marc Saint-Preux

Bri was hands down the best bartender I’ve ever had. She is definitely an asset to this bar. Great environment and great bar

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Rebecca Harris

The best music play-list I have heard in a long time.... mid-to-late '90's... Loved it!!! Also the bartender Corey was fantastic!!!

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Stacey Arnold

It's an amazing small hole in the wall bar. There's nothing more to say other than it's amazing.

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Jakob Parsons

Playlist usually hits home with the nostalgia and will get everyone singing along. It's not the dirty bills experience if it's not packed tight shoulder to shoulder with a bottle of MD 2020.

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Shay Bailey

Liz is awesome and I love her. I make special trips just to see her and she's always so excited to chat with her guests!

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Rick Figueroa

Had a good time at this bar and even bought some merch. Hat and women's tank top

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DJ Phung

If you are looking to get a bit weird in an overly crowded place, this is the place for you. Come with friends or come by yourself. You’ll always have a great time. Under staffed at times but you get used to it.

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Ryan Smith

This is the finest establishment in all of Texas. Top tier service. Top tier drinks. Top tier people.

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Leah Allen

Best bar in Austin. Every Saturday night should be spent here dancing on the chairs and drinking MD2020s. Ask for Andrew, he’s the BEST BARTENDER EVER and will always take care of you. He’s 99% of the reason I come here.

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Tucker McCrabb

80% of the bar is a literal hallway, so it's always packed on Fridays and Saturdays, but always a good time. Come here if your girl wants to dance on a table/elevated surface. Killer music.

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Briana Ballew (Bri / Brandy)

Service was dope, I love the branding. I wanted to buy all the merch. The atmosphere was cool, it's definitely dark and small, but if felt clean and we had a great time. Alot to look at in a little package.

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Allison Poehling

Best bar in Austin hands down…also leaving this review to balance out someone’s negative one about not taking song requests lol

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Brandon Sakbun

The DIRTY is the place to go to dance the night away and smile bright like a diamond. The bar service is always quick and the dj is spinning tunes left and right. Yes the bar/ dance floor is small but that's what makes it so much fun. Throw those hips back, reach out to the sky, and live your life. This is the place to be at midnight on a Saturday don't let the large college bars fool you. You want to smile and move like a champion? Then GO.GET. DIRTY.

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Eric Alvarado

Best place for any day of the week! Let’s get dirty! 😎

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Josh Jaynes

Overall, I would recommend Dirty Bill's to anyone looking for a laid-back, dive-bar experience. The decor, drinks, and crowd make for a unique and memorable night out. Just be prepared for the small space and loud music. Chan is so good. I have never experienced some one like Chan. Chan is the best. I love Chan. Chan is a great man. A top tier man Chan is. No one is better. So hot. So good.

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Michael Bolls (マイケル・ボールス)

A really nice, hidden spot on West 6th. There was a lack of drink specials but that's forgivable for the price and privacy. Scotch/cognac collection was a bit lacking, but I did enjoy the selection of American/Irish whiskeys. Beer choices were also pleasant as all of the Austin favorites seem to be available. 5/5. Will be back next time I'm in the area. Great dive bar feel in an area of town not known for dive bars.

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Patrick Gaul

The bartenders are incredible , I believe it was Madison and definitely Ella are amazing . They were able to entertain an entire bar and keep our drinks refilled without a sweat. 10/10 will be back and with friends!!

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Chris Linn

Dirty Bill’s is the kind of place you don’t find so much as accidentally trip over. It’s not fancy—unless your definition of “fancy” is strong drinks, loud music, and a crowd that somehow includes both rowdy college kids and people who probably have AARP cards. Promotions and gimmicks? Not here. They’ve cracked the code of letting chaos do the work for them. The dance floor (if you can call it that) is a tight squeeze, and the mid-bar area feels like navigating a crowded subway car. But, oddly enough, there’s no other place nearby that offers this specific brand of borderline anarchy disguised as “fun.” They technically make cocktails, but let’s not pretend that’s why you’re here. Stick to a shot, a beer, and a swift exit strategy. If you’re lucky, you’ll get kicked out at least once, but don’t worry—they have a very liberal “clean slate” policy the next day. Speaking from experience. Lastly, buy a hat. Just trust me. It’s the kind of souvenir that screams “I made some choices,” and you’ll be surprised how much goodwill it earns you in Texas. One might even say the hat is the classiest thing about the place, but that would be setting a very low bar.

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Dr. Eric C. Kutscher, PharmD, MBA, BCPP, FASHP

Best bar in Austin. If you love diversity and kind people this is the place. No matter who you are they welcome you in as part of the family. It’s my #1 to visit whenever I am in Austin!!♥️

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Aaron Naft

Easiest 5 star review I've ever written. Michael and his team went out of their way to host the afterparty for our wedding and it was one of the highlights of the night. Our friends couldn't believe it when the busses pulled up to the bar and the entire staff made us feel welcome. Will obviously be back.

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Jeremy Jaynes

Owner Chan is a stand up man. I love that man. I recently had the pleasure of visiting Dirty Bill's, a bar located in the heart of Austin, Texas. From the moment I walked in, I could tell that this was a special place. The ambiance was lively and welcoming, with a mix of locals and tourists enjoying their drinks and conversations. One thing that stood out to me was the impressive selection of beers on tap. From local craft brews to popular imports, there was something for everyone. I also appreciated the creative cocktail menu, with unique and tasty options like the "Dirty Palmer" and the "Bourbon Peach Tea." But what really made my experience at Dirty Bill's memorable was the owner, Chan. He was personable, attentive, and genuinely interested in ensuring that his customers had a great time. He took the time to chat with me and recommend a few drinks that he thought I would enjoy. The staff at Dirty Bill's were also fantastic. They were quick to offer refills and check on me throughout the night, without being intrusive. I felt like I was part of the Dirty Bill's family, and that's a rare feeling to find in a bar. Overall, I highly recommend Dirty Bill's to anyone looking for a great bar experience in Austin. The drinks are fantastic, the atmosphere is lively, and the owner Chan and his staff truly make you feel like you're part of the family. Kudos to Chan for creating such a great bar! Dirty Bill's in Austin, Texas is a well-known bar that always delivers an outstanding experience to its patrons. From their impressive selection of craft beers and creative cocktails to their lively atmosphere and friendly staff, Dirty Bill's is always a great spot to enjoy a night out with friends. But recently, Dirty Bill's hosted a Taylor Swift night that was truly exceptional. As a fan of Taylor Swift, I was excited to attend the event and see what Dirty Bill's had in store. When I arrived, I immediately noticed the festive decorations and Taylor Swift-themed drinks, including the "Shake It Off" martini and the "Blank Space" shot. The attention to detail was impressive, and it added to the excitement of the night. The atmosphere was electric, with Taylor Swift's greatest hits playing throughout the night. People of all ages were singing along and dancing to the music, creating a truly memorable experience. The energy was contagious, and it was impossible not to have a great time. What really set this event apart, however, was the sense of community that was fostered throughout the night. The bartenders and staff were incredibly friendly, and they made an effort to connect with patrons and ensure that everyone was having a great time. They even led group singalongs and danced with patrons, creating a fun and inclusive environment. In addition, the event attracted a diverse crowd of Taylor Swift fans, from die-hard Swifties to casual listeners. It was refreshing to see so many people come together to celebrate an artist they love, and it created a sense of camaraderie that was infectious. Overall, Dirty Bill's Taylor Swift night was an outstanding event that showcased the bar's commitment to providing a fun and inclusive experience for its patrons. The attention to detail, festive atmosphere, and friendly staff all contributed to a night that was unforgettable. If you're a fan of Taylor Swift, or just looking for a fun night out with friends, I highly recommend checking out Dirty Bill's and their next themed event. It's sure to be a great time

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Steven Vespo

First time ever in Austin Texas. Decided to hit the strip and so glad I stopped at Dirty Bills. The bartender working (Madison) was by far the coolest, most real person I've met in a long time. I travel for work in a different state every month, and see a lot of different bars and restaurants, but this spot SHE made feel like THE spot. Didn't want to leave. Highly recommend this bar to any in the area. You will not be disappointed. Couldn't expect better service than what you get here!!! Any bar would kill to have this girl behind the bar!!

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Felix Navarro

If I could give this place 10 stars I would. I haven’t had this much fun since college. The DJ (Nick?) was playing banger after banger, but the highlight was the service. All three bartenders on this night (5/3/2025) were nothing but nice. They were quick, and just great energy. Shout out Claudia because you made the night so smooth!

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Monica Blaine

Fell in love with this place. A group of girlfriends and I were just stopping in for a quick shot but it ended being the funnest part of our whole night! We ended up staying for a couple hours singing along to every song this tall cute cowboy of a bartender played for us. We would request songs and he’d play anything we wanted to hear and it turned into a big party. No place ever does that! Unexpected hugging, singing, drinking, dancing, laugh fest. Thanks for making our night Cowboy Barry

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Javier Flores

Great place, awesome music. Had a blast, found my slam piece.

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Breanna Sauseda

Dirty Bills is such a vibe!! Claudia always provides such great service. She’s friendly, respectful and really great at what she does. Never a dull moment when my friends and I pop into dirty bills! Would definitely recommend ☺️☺️

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R. Austin Blackmon

Quality bar with quality service. I enjoy it everytime I stop in. Thank you!

Javier Flores
Javier Flores

Great place, awesome music. Had a blast, found my slam piece.

R. Austin Blackmon
R. Austin Blackmon

Quality bar with quality service. I enjoy it everytime I stop in. Thank you!

Monica Blaine
Monica Blaine

Fell in love with this place. A group of girlfriends and I were just stopping in for a quick shot but it ended being the funnest part of our whole night! We ended up staying for a couple hours singing along to every song this tall cute cowboy of a bartender played for us. We would request songs and he’d play anything we wanted to hear and it turned into a big party. No place ever does that! Unexpected hugging, singing, drinking, dancing, laugh fest. Thanks for making our night Cowboy Barry

Felix Navarro
Felix Navarro

If I could give this place 10 stars I would. I haven’t had this much fun since college. The DJ (Nick?) was playing banger after banger, but the highlight was the service. All three bartenders on this night (5/3/2025) were nothing but nice. They were quick, and just great energy. Shout out Claudia because you made the night so smooth!

Breanna Sauseda
Breanna Sauseda

Dirty Bills is such a vibe!! Claudia always provides such great service. She’s friendly, respectful and really great at what she does. Never a dull moment when my friends and I pop into dirty bills! Would definitely recommend ☺️☺️

Chris Linn
Chris Linn

Dirty Bill’s is the kind of place you don’t find so much as accidentally trip over. It’s not fancy—unless your definition of “fancy” is strong drinks, loud music, and a crowd that somehow includes both rowdy college kids and people who probably have AARP cards. Promotions and gimmicks? Not here. They’ve cracked the code of letting chaos do the work for them. The dance floor (if you can call it that) is a tight squeeze, and the mid-bar area feels like navigating a crowded subway car. But, oddly enough, there’s no other place nearby that offers this specific brand of borderline anarchy disguised as “fun.” They technically make cocktails, but let’s not pretend that’s why you’re here. Stick to a shot, a beer, and a swift exit strategy. If you’re lucky, you’ll get kicked out at least once, but don’t worry—they have a very liberal “clean slate” policy the next day. Speaking from experience. Lastly, buy a hat. Just trust me. It’s the kind of souvenir that screams “I made some choices,” and you’ll be surprised how much goodwill it earns you in Texas. One might even say the hat is the classiest thing about the place, but that would be setting a very low bar.

Aaron Naft
Aaron Naft

Easiest 5 star review I've ever written. Michael and his team went out of their way to host the afterparty for our wedding and it was one of the highlights of the night. Our friends couldn't believe it when the busses pulled up to the bar and the entire staff made us feel welcome. Will obviously be back.

Dr. Eric C. Kutscher, PharmD, MBA, BCPP, FASHP
Dr. Eric C. Kutscher, PharmD, MBA, BCPP, FASHP

Best bar in Austin. If you love diversity and kind people this is the place. No matter who you are they welcome you in as part of the family. It’s my #1 to visit whenever I am in Austin!!♥️

Steven Vespo
Steven Vespo

First time ever in Austin Texas. Decided to hit the strip and so glad I stopped at Dirty Bills. The bartender working (Madison) was by far the coolest, most real person I've met in a long time. I travel for work in a different state every month, and see a lot of different bars and restaurants, but this spot SHE made feel like THE spot. Didn't want to leave. Highly recommend this bar to any in the area. You will not be disappointed. Couldn't expect better service than what you get here!!! Any bar would kill to have this girl behind the bar!!

Jeremy Jaynes
Jeremy Jaynes

Owner Chan is a stand up man. I love that man. I recently had the pleasure of visiting Dirty Bill's, a bar located in the heart of Austin, Texas. From the moment I walked in, I could tell that this was a special place. The ambiance was lively and welcoming, with a mix of locals and tourists enjoying their drinks and conversations. One thing that stood out to me was the impressive selection of beers on tap. From local craft brews to popular imports, there was something for everyone. I also appreciated the creative cocktail menu, with unique and tasty options like the "Dirty Palmer" and the "Bourbon Peach Tea." But what really made my experience at Dirty Bill's memorable was the owner, Chan. He was personable, attentive, and genuinely interested in ensuring that his customers had a great time. He took the time to chat with me and recommend a few drinks that he thought I would enjoy. The staff at Dirty Bill's were also fantastic. They were quick to offer refills and check on me throughout the night, without being intrusive. I felt like I was part of the Dirty Bill's family, and that's a rare feeling to find in a bar. Overall, I highly recommend Dirty Bill's to anyone looking for a great bar experience in Austin. The drinks are fantastic, the atmosphere is lively, and the owner Chan and his staff truly make you feel like you're part of the family. Kudos to Chan for creating such a great bar! Dirty Bill's in Austin, Texas is a well-known bar that always delivers an outstanding experience to its patrons. From their impressive selection of craft beers and creative cocktails to their lively atmosphere and friendly staff, Dirty Bill's is always a great spot to enjoy a night out with friends. But recently, Dirty Bill's hosted a Taylor Swift night that was truly exceptional. As a fan of Taylor Swift, I was excited to attend the event and see what Dirty Bill's had in store. When I arrived, I immediately noticed the festive decorations and Taylor Swift-themed drinks, including the "Shake It Off" martini and the "Blank Space" shot. The attention to detail was impressive, and it added to the excitement of the night. The atmosphere was electric, with Taylor Swift's greatest hits playing throughout the night. People of all ages were singing along and dancing to the music, creating a truly memorable experience. The energy was contagious, and it was impossible not to have a great time. What really set this event apart, however, was the sense of community that was fostered throughout the night. The bartenders and staff were incredibly friendly, and they made an effort to connect with patrons and ensure that everyone was having a great time. They even led group singalongs and danced with patrons, creating a fun and inclusive environment. In addition, the event attracted a diverse crowd of Taylor Swift fans, from die-hard Swifties to casual listeners. It was refreshing to see so many people come together to celebrate an artist they love, and it created a sense of camaraderie that was infectious. Overall, Dirty Bill's Taylor Swift night was an outstanding event that showcased the bar's commitment to providing a fun and inclusive experience for its patrons. The attention to detail, festive atmosphere, and friendly staff all contributed to a night that was unforgettable. If you're a fan of Taylor Swift, or just looking for a fun night out with friends, I highly recommend checking out Dirty Bill's and their next themed event. It's sure to be a great time

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Papa

Great little dive bar on a side street looks alot better inside then from outside . The bar keep was cool and gave us recommendations for place to eat. They even sell maddog, who knew they sold that stuff still !

Papa
Papa

Great little dive bar on a side street looks alot better inside then from outside . The bar keep was cool and gave us recommendations for place to eat. They even sell maddog, who knew they sold that stuff still !

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Mike Brookshier

Wife & I went here befor going to see Bob Seger on a Thursday night. Kewl place to hang out. Nice friendly bartender. Good location.

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Stephen Niemeyer

Very cool bar for the drinkers.

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Sterling Smith

Hands down, my fav bar in Austin, Tx. Wed and Sunday nights are the best. If you go, buy Robert a shot!

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Trey Buerger

Cool little place. Great vibe. Not overpriced and great bar service.

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Jose

Fun little divy spot, small and fills up quick

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carlos kohler

To get the bad out of the way first, there's hardly any room in this place. Maybe and most likely thats also what makes this place an awesome place to "get yo drank on". Besides having two of the most beautiful bartenders in town, the guy Cade is great dude too. Strong drinks and you can actually drink an MD 20/20 if you're feeling extra saucy. DB's is an excellent change of pace from all the yuppie/lawyer bars that hug west 6th street.

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Paul E

Always a great no nonsense divey option as an alternative to typical West 6th, and a service industry favorite

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J S

Nice hole in the wall with pleny of stuff on the wall to check out. Our barmaid was friendly and attentive, but we were there at a quiet time in the evening. Would be a cool place when more lively. Good beers available. Maybe a bit pricey.

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J S

Nice hole in the wall with pleny of stuff on the wall to check out. Our barmaid was friendly and attentive, but we were there at a quiet time in the evening. Would be a cool place when more lively. Good beers available. Maybe a bit pricey.

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raul lopez lopez

Amazing bar but the bartender... she is really rude and not professional at all.

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Katie O'Riley

If you are looking for a laid back kind of evening I would recommend starting here. Affordable low key kind of place

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Robert Eaton

This is probably one of the biggest dive bars I've been to in Texas. If you want to go to a dark but fun indoor space that reminds me of some of my hometown (Boston) dive bars.. this is it. Live music sometimes, otherwise pretty good DJs in there. Gets packed on weekend nights.

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Samantha Lowe

Good music, small bar, ok vibe, bartenders were kinda nice- but not really,lots of people got kicked out that night for being too drunk it was deserved, probably would not go back

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Yemi S. (Yemi)

Really Really nice bar! Love the vibe, the music, some of the people. However, one of the guys at the entrance is very rude!!!!! I wish I took a picture of him. I was nicely talking to him and he said not to touch him. Which I wasn’t even doing. He is definitely racist! And I will not recommend him working there. He will bring the business down.

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Joni Munoz

This bar is definitely for the youngsters from UT. Total college bar! Great atmosphere and friendly bar tenders. Definitely don't mess with the bouncers they totally can handle what's thrown at them and then some! Small bar for the crowd though! Party central most definitely!!

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T Funk

One of my favorite spots to get a Guinness when I lived in Austin 7 years ago. It no longer tastes legit. This place is dead to me.

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Sam Mayer

Bartender charged me a greater tip than I originally offered. EDIT: In response to owner, thank you for your follow up! Yes, that's correct.

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Brantzen Harpen

We ordered some drinks with our card and were planning on tipping cash. The bar tenders saw we signed the check without writing a tip and said “we don’t work for free, if you want a drink you can buy one again” wouldn’t give us our money back either. Very fraudulent and shady business. Was a cool spot if it weren’t for the service.

Brantzen Harpen
Brantzen Harpen

We ordered some drinks with our card and were planning on tipping cash. The bar tenders saw we signed the check without writing a tip and said “we don’t work for free, if you want a drink you can buy one again” wouldn’t give us our money back either. Very fraudulent and shady business. Was a cool spot if it weren’t for the service.

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Lety Rodriguez

Beware. This bar has a lot of theft going on. Two females in the group had their wallets and phones taken from their purse while they were wearing them. You may want to blame drunk behavior but people need to know this is happening and it happened in your bar.

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Gina Morreale

Dark bar. My brother by mistake walked to leave the bar and went behind bar and bartend freaked out. We spent hundreds of dollars and apologized for innocent mistake. Bartender couldn’t drop it. Kept going so I left. Staff sucks. Rude.

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Emma Qubain

Door guy super rude ! Don’t ruin your night by getting and watching others getting treated like dirt. There are so many amazing places in Austin steps away :) It was too early in the night and weekend to be cranky .

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Matt Anders

New doorman is awful. Rude and aggressive. We went here Saturday night. Used to know the previous doorman who left recently. Will never be returning on how he treated my female friend that day with no care in the world. AWFUL

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Emily Dowling

Two of my friends phones were stolen within 30 minutes of each other. Word on the street is there is a ton of theft at this bar.

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Lyda Chhou

Be careful and weary and eyeful what is going on - I’ve been clear and sober the whole evening and been watching this individual treat my boyfriend disrespectfully and unkind. how disrespect and advantage she has taken over him and I cannot stand quiet and let her do what she does.

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Jake Wyngard

I was with my significant other and when we walked up to hand the bouncer our IDs he called us disrespectful for getting near him. He then proceeded to tell us because my partner approached him that he would not let us in because we were not respecting his space. We both were wearing our masks and were just trying to enter a bar we had been in many times. Not sure if it was because we were a gay couple but I felt like it was a personal attack. I would caution anyone headed there to be aware of certain employees showing discrimination.

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Alyssa Alfonso

The server kicked us out because we didn’t have the “real ID” star on our licenses. Which you don’t need to fly until 2023. So apparently this bar is more secure than airlines and ruder than TSA at the Newark airport. Good luck.

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Amanda Lawand

6 of us girls went to Dirty Bills last night and my friends phone was stolen straight from her purse. We heard from other girls in the bar that their phones were also stolen. Someone was going around unzipping purses. Lots of theft here. Be careful!

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Scott Montgomery

Walked in looking to grab a beer saw a big wave kona in the cooler was eager to get 1 but the bartenders didn't acknowledge me so I left after 5 minutes there were only 4 people in there 6 if you're counting the people behind the bar.. won't come here again

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Brad Slater

If I could give 0 stars I would. I got denied entry by the classy door man checking IDs because I was wearing a Texas A&M polo shirt. Completely classless and unprofessional behavior. Spend your money elsewhere. I was expecting a snarky response filled with garbage. I see you looked into the matter since you seem to know all about it given I emailed your Customer Service. Nice fairytale story though. Funny, we had no issues going to any other establishments...

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Jose Cervantes

I don’t know who the owner is but I went into the bar tonight to try to earn business for my security company cause I’m originally from San Antonio and I’m just trying to expand my business out to other cities And I approached the bartender to explain who iam and what my business was in the bar and some random bald white guy in a blue flannel with a gotea had came up to me “points to my business card and continues to say that doesn’t work” whatever that means and I was just confused and asked “do I know you or do you know me?” And he just said “the door is right there” and I’m like okay and turn to the bartender said “thank you for your time” and walked out and the dude had a stare down with me as i was leaving the bar like if i knew him or whatever the case may be if he is the owner dude really needs to adjust his attitude to people! Cause I have not done business with him before nor do I know at all

Jose Cervantes
Jose Cervantes

I don’t know who the owner is but I went into the bar tonight to try to earn business for my security company cause I’m originally from San Antonio and I’m just trying to expand my business out to other cities And I approached the bartender to explain who iam and what my business was in the bar and some random bald white guy in a blue flannel with a gotea had came up to me “points to my business card and continues to say that doesn’t work” whatever that means and I was just confused and asked “do I know you or do you know me?” And he just said “the door is right there” and I’m like okay and turn to the bartender said “thank you for your time” and walked out and the dude had a stare down with me as i was leaving the bar like if i knew him or whatever the case may be if he is the owner dude really needs to adjust his attitude to people! Cause I have not done business with him before nor do I know at all

Brad Slater
Brad Slater

If I could give 0 stars I would. I got denied entry by the classy door man checking IDs because I was wearing a Texas A&M polo shirt. Completely classless and unprofessional behavior. Spend your money elsewhere. I was expecting a snarky response filled with garbage. I see you looked into the matter since you seem to know all about it given I emailed your Customer Service. Nice fairytale story though. Funny, we had no issues going to any other establishments...

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