"The easygoing bar in the West Congress neighborhood often plays games on its seven television screens, but that’s not the only draw. Bender offers an ideal Game Day menu, featuring a variety of stellar burgers, including a chili cheddar burger and appetizers meant for sharing, like its stuffed jalapenos, mini corn dogs, and Bender sliders. Round that out with its beer (Pitchers are $2 off every weekday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.). There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas." - Nadia Chaudhury
"No-nonsense sports haven Bender Bar features affordable drinks and solid service with a neighborhood feel. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas." - Nadia Chaudhury
"This deeply unfancy South Austin sports bar offers soul-nourishing (if not body-nourishing) food and a reliably amusing crowd of dedicated locals." - Darcie Duttweiler
"Bender Bar at 321 West Ben White Boulevard, Suite 300, in West Congress is adjusting hours due to the winter storm." - Nadia Chaudhury
"The sports bar will be open on Thanksgiving from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. only for drinks (the kitchen is closed for the day)." - Nadia Chaudhury