They took my knife upon entering and had too much fun I forgot to grab it on the way out. Couldn't find my way back before my flight out of Texas. My friend that was still in Austin tried to retrieve her for me but was denied. Farewell to my little silver gerber knife. Every time I open a box, I'll think of her
Barb's is okay. I go occasionally and people are pretty nice. I would avoid it on event weekends though cause the door people get kinda testy and aggressive though I suppose it's a stressful time. Drinks are not bad and priced fairly. 6-7 bucks for mixed drinks. Free water station and unisex WC. On most nights you also get access to Swan Dive as well and a super big back patio that includes another bar. Awesome dance spot!
Great venue, lots of space, friendly staff, and cool lighting. I love their Friday 80s night, I was very happy to see such a vibrant crowd there. Their TV setup is really interesting, on the larger TVs they played the music videos for the songs they played, and on the smaller TVs they were playing Barbarella.
Would recommend and will go back.
My wife and I have been coming to Barbs for over 10 years. Always a great time jammin' to the 80s on Friday nights. Love that there is always a diverse crowd of all ages that is judgment free. Bartenders are always great and take care of you. Dress code is relaxed. $5 cover and the DJ takes you down memory lane mixing your favorite music and videos from the 80s. Thanks for a great time Barbarellas, and don't ever change.
Want to experience a bit of Austin dancing? We don't do square dancing. We go to Barb's. Definitely check out Jimmy eat Wednesdays for all your throwback 90s hits that will bring out your nostalgic emo teenage self and grits and gravy for funky disco and hits from 50s-70s. You can't go wrong with either option. People genuinely have an amazing time and go there to dance. As a woman, I have never been groped or made uncomfortable on the dance floor, which can't be said for places on 6th.
Amazing Place, I am a Vegas local and typically go to Oddfellows, however I am in Austin for a weekend and wanted to check this place out as they are related. Same cool AF vibe, stellar DJs, reasonable drinks, and overall a good time. I'll definitely be back. If your looking for a night to go and you love throwbacks, come on a Thursday night for Y2K or Friday for 80s.
Barbs has great dancing music and a mixed crowd (all are welcome, come as you’re dressed).
The drinks aren’t *cheap* but they aren’t gonna break the bank.
Bring cash for the cover. The cover is worth it ($5 as of this writing) and gets you access to Swan Dive next door.
Has inside and outside bars.
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