Classic cocktails, beer, bar snacks, and dancing

























"My first truly lasting Austin barbecue impression came from the ribs at B.L. Howard’s BBQ; I knew barbecue from Oakland, but the Texas stuff was something else." - Erin Russell
"Clarksville counts itself among Austin’s most picturesque neighborhoods, and a casual local tavern with crowd-pleasing snacks and plenty of live music feels like a perfect fit for this area. Howards Bar and Club, a spot operated by Clarksville restaurant impresarios MML Hospitality, strives to keep its corner of Austin happy, socialized, and well-fed. A menu of burgers, hot dogs, and bar nuts contribute to Howards’ nostalgia value — a lovely vibe for catching up with old friends after viewing the Zilker Holiday Tree." - Taylor Tobin
"The Clarksville bar’s first Derby Day party comes with mint juleps; snacks like fried chicken and biscuits, deviled eggs, dips, and bourbon balls; and some sort of betting thing. Dressing up with hats and seersucker is recommended. It runs from 3 to 7 p.m. There are indoor dine-in areas." - Nadia Chaudhury
"The nicer-than-a-sports-bar Clarksville sport is screening the game alongside food and drink specials, such as half-off draft beers and cocktails, corn dog specials, smash burgers, and more." - Nadia Chaudhury
"I note that Howards Bar, one of the MML businesses on the West Sixth block, will host Swedish Hill’s pop‑up bake sale on Sunday, February 4 from 8 to 11 a.m. (or until everything is sold out), with offerings including sweet and savory croissants, cinnamon rolls, bagels, breads, and cupcakes." - Nadia Chaudhury