Mean Eyed Cat - Austin, Texas

Kevin Krone

They used to have Bbq by the pound and even though there is a menu online, they do not serve food. pool, patio with a large TV, and a parking garage in the back. You can see why it’s an Austin staple

Bryce Williams

Great atmosphere. Patriotic, Texas themed, lots of Johnny Cash memorabilia.

We need more places like this in Austin. It’s sad for me to say that in the capital city of Texas. This bar is anything but woke.

Derek JP

Shelby is Awesome, she's the only reason this review isn't 2 stars.

Another bartender on 9/21 made both mine and my friend's mixed well-drinks so light that it's as if he forgot to add anything... The weakest bar drink I've had in 5 years. We were forced to switch back to beers.

If ever I'm there again, I'll order from this same bartender again, watch his methods, and if it's weak again, I'll report feedback to every review site and management email in existence. 2 drinks in a row with near zero liquor? I decided not to describe his height.

Every other bartender that night made mixed well-drinks 4x stronger. If he doesn't walk the line better, guess he'll be in for a ring of fire.

Thank you Shelby for the bar's story and offering great service. This bar is a great vibe because of you.

momocontramundum

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.

Kathryn C.

This. Place. Is. Amazing.
The staff was so so nice. Decor in here is so cool. It’s mostly Johnny Cash but everything about it is great. If I lived in Austin I would frequent this place all the time. The outside seating is just as great. If you are in the area visit this bar!

Bryan Holliday

Great dive bar quickly being surrounded by the new Austin. The staff is always friendly and helpful especially on game days. Lower your expectations for the bathrooms 🙂 but otherwise a great place to chill outside or in for drinks and conversations.

Danaan Thome

Service is always top-notch; the bartenders who have been working there since I’ve started going have an astounding mental Rolodex of regulars, their habits, and their preferences. It’s a dive bar, and if that attracts you to the place then you will almost certainly feel at home. There’s no food there; the barbecue place they hosted is gone and that’s tragic. If you’re in the service industry and you should bring along some leftovers from work, you could be especially well-received.

Noel Davenport

Man…this place is the best for the Johnny Cash everything. The “mean juice” is a nice option. And the staff is perfect - not too nice, not too mean. Oh, and the swag is spot on!
Food; BBQ IS AWESOME SAUCE.
Thank you. Just wish you had mobile ordering at the table…