Great place! We laughed nonstop for an hour and a half! We were tired from laughing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Loaded Fries
Marisa Martinez
It's a cool theme and I like that it has the Alamo menu. But they host ticketed events very often (so it's not as available as a public bar). Also I really wish that the chairs would be facing the screen that they are playing movies on. The bar stools are pretty uncomfortable. So it really just leaves the few booths in the back.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 3
Jessica Dehesa
First off, the wait staff at the bar were great. I was the stone cold person up front during a 7:30 showing for Dope Nights. Hardly cracked a smile, let alone a laugh. Comics seriously could have been better. I love seeing comedy shows, but very glad we were able to secure some cheaper tickets.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
J.D. Shah
Great atmosphere, great venue for local comics to do their standup routine!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jordan George
I swear I wrote a review for this place but maybe it was deleted. Anyways, if you want to hear about all the -ism and -phobia jokes you can come here.
Jeremy K.
Barrel O' Fun is an underrated date night or casual hangout in the mueller area. They host lots of fun events, storytelling event is something I recently attended. They have the full menu the Alamo drafthouse does as well...which is delicious.
Rachel M.
The guy with the beard bartending was so rude to our group we literally just got up and left because of how uncomfortable he made us
Charles Onwujuba
My wife and I were pleasantly surprised by the line up of comedians. Good value for the ticket price.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Loaded Fries
Jason George
Went for Geeks Who Drink, twas good.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Cindy F.
We go for the Sunday night open mic jazz in which we know a few of the singers and musicians. The music is always superb. Its a fun atmosphere, however the chairs must be made for kids as they are very uncomfortable. You order drinks and food (Alamo menu) at the bar, and most times you're served pretty quick. Last time though, it took an hour at least to receive the Brussel sprout appetizer even after checking on it 2x. The turkey sandwich and burger were long gone by the time they arrived. Two of three people were happy.
I came here on a Friday night with my husband to see a comedy show. I was able to score tickets on Groupon for a discount. The comedians were hit or miss. The drinks were good. They had a variety of drinks to pick from. You can also order food if your heart desires. The seats were not the most comfortable but I enjoyed the overall circus theme.
Joshua Elzy
One of Austin's best decorated bars. A fun evening combined with seeing a movie at Alamo Drafthouse or walking around the lake.
John Wernke
I have gone here for several months for the Testify show. Every time I am stunned at how slow and miserable the bartenders are. It has been every single time. When I say miserable... it is like they choose to come in miserable, angry and they move like they have no interest in being a bartender or serving drinks. I say this with some experience, I worked as a bartender and managed three in NYC for 15 years. Half the job is showing up with some care.Every time no one knows how to order drinks here because the business is not making it clear. There ends up being this odd line in the middle of the bar even though the bar indicates a different vibe.This last time, I decided to sit at the bar to see if the service is the result of the patrons or maybe the job is extra difficult. Lottie (sp) the MC of the event always does his best to remind people of the all the people who help put the show on. He went through the list... everyone got applause. He mentioned the bartenders... no applause. It was palpable. Why? Because they are yelling with their behavior that they don't want to be there.Elliot the more seasoned bartender there... never smiled once, was aggressive and miserable. I have seen him there multiple times... this is not a one off. I'd gladly take his job for that one Wednesday a month. A little joy and multitasking would go a long way. He needs a new gig anyhow.
F R
Comedy nights on Saturdays are extremely fun! Best experience in Austin! Get there at 7pm to get good seats! They also have live music before the standup show! Great drinks, unbelievable service and delicious food! Oh and free parking with validation! Outstanding experience! 5 stars.
Ladislao Loera
This place is great! Get the last added fries, you'll need to take a nap afterwards but they are worth it.
Great place! We laughed nonstop for an hour and a half! We were tired from laughing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Loaded Fries
It's a cool theme and I like that it has the Alamo menu. But they host ticketed events very often (so it's not as available as a public bar). Also I really wish that the chairs would be facing the screen that they are playing movies on. The bar stools are pretty uncomfortable. So it really just leaves the few booths in the back.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 3
First off, the wait staff at the bar were great. I was the stone cold person up front during a 7:30 showing for Dope Nights. Hardly cracked a smile, let alone a laugh. Comics seriously could have been better. I love seeing comedy shows, but very glad we were able to secure some cheaper tickets.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Great atmosphere, great venue for local comics to do their standup routine!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I swear I wrote a review for this place but maybe it was deleted. Anyways, if you want to hear about all the -ism and -phobia jokes you can come here.
Barrel O' Fun is an underrated date night or casual hangout in the mueller area. They host lots of fun events, storytelling event is something I recently attended. They have the full menu the Alamo drafthouse does as well...which is delicious.
The guy with the beard bartending was so rude to our group we literally just got up and left because of how uncomfortable he made us
My wife and I were pleasantly surprised by the line up of comedians. Good value for the ticket price.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Loaded Fries
Went for Geeks Who Drink, twas good.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
We go for the Sunday night open mic jazz in which we know a few of the singers and musicians. The music is always superb. Its a fun atmosphere, however the chairs must be made for kids as they are very uncomfortable. You order drinks and food (Alamo menu) at the bar, and most times you're served pretty quick. Last time though, it took an hour at least to receive the Brussel sprout appetizer even after checking on it 2x. The turkey sandwich and burger were long gone by the time they arrived. Two of three people were happy.
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I came here on a Friday night with my husband to see a comedy show. I was able to score tickets on Groupon for a discount. The comedians were hit or miss. The drinks were good. They had a variety of drinks to pick from. You can also order food if your heart desires. The seats were not the most comfortable but I enjoyed the overall circus theme.
One of Austin's best decorated bars. A fun evening combined with seeing a movie at Alamo Drafthouse or walking around the lake.
I have gone here for several months for the Testify show. Every time I am stunned at how slow and miserable the bartenders are. It has been every single time. When I say miserable... it is like they choose to come in miserable, angry and they move like they have no interest in being a bartender or serving drinks. I say this with some experience, I worked as a bartender and managed three in NYC for 15 years. Half the job is showing up with some care.Every time no one knows how to order drinks here because the business is not making it clear. There ends up being this odd line in the middle of the bar even though the bar indicates a different vibe.This last time, I decided to sit at the bar to see if the service is the result of the patrons or maybe the job is extra difficult. Lottie (sp) the MC of the event always does his best to remind people of the all the people who help put the show on. He went through the list... everyone got applause. He mentioned the bartenders... no applause. It was palpable. Why? Because they are yelling with their behavior that they don't want to be there.Elliot the more seasoned bartender there... never smiled once, was aggressive and miserable. I have seen him there multiple times... this is not a one off. I'd gladly take his job for that one Wednesday a month. A little joy and multitasking would go a long way. He needs a new gig anyhow.
Comedy nights on Saturdays are extremely fun! Best experience in Austin! Get there at 7pm to get good seats! They also have live music before the standup show! Great drinks, unbelievable service and delicious food! Oh and free parking with validation! Outstanding experience! 5 stars.
This place is great! Get the last added fries, you'll need to take a nap afterwards but they are worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Loaded Fries