Daily happy hour
Every day · 3–7 PM
Drinks and bar food deals, the easiest first round on Sixth.
301 W 6th St · Downtown Austin
Pull up a stool on West Sixth.
The Iron Bear is downtown Austin's LGBTQ+ owned bar: DJ parties, karaoke, a pool table, a daily happy hour and a kitchen known for its waffle fries. Walk in — open till 2 AM.
4.5 on Google · 484 reviews11 AM – 2 AM daily$10–20 per personLGBTQ+ owned
Find us
301 W 6th St
Austin, TX 78701
The bar
Big name.
No pretense.
An LGBTQ+ owned bar on the 300 block of West Sixth, and everybody's welcome. Cold beer, generous pours, friendly bartenders, and a little patio at the door for people-watching on Sixth.
Come for happy hour, stay for karaoke, a game of pool or the DJ. Order at the bar, take it to go, or get it delivered. Casual, cosy, a transgender safe space, with free Wi-Fi for the solo regulars.
- Rating
- 4.5 out of 5 on Google
- Reviews
- 484
- Per person
- $10-20
Drinks & kitchen
The pour list
Generous pours, cold beer and a real bar kitchen: burgers, chicken sandwiches, waffle fries and, new this year, chicken or beef fajitas.
Favorites from the menu · prices may change
Dine in, take it to go or order delivery. Allergies or a non-alcoholic option? Ask at the bar.
Every week
Nights at the Bear
Happy hour every day, then karaoke, quiz night, DJ parties and live performances — with the pool table, arcade games and the game on the screens all week.
Karaoke
Tuesdays & Thursdays · 9 PM
Grab the mic — the room is on your side.
Quiz night
Wednesdays · 8 PM
Bring your smartest friends and a good team name.
DJ parties
Fridays & Saturdays · 10 PM
Live sets, a packed bar and room to dance.
Private parties
Birthdays, team nights, send-offs. Tell us the date and the headcount and we'll call you back.
Plan a partyRated 4.5 out of 5 On Google, from 484 reviews.
As of October 15, 2026. Guests keep mentioning the friendly staff, the cold drinks, the waffle fries and karaoke.
Read all the reviews on Google (opens Google Maps)“Friendly and fun! A relaxed atmosphere. The music is playing and the beer and cocktails are cold and tasty — a generous pour is always welcome.”
G. S. · Google review · May 2026 “Home of some of the best waffle fries I've had. The drinks are great and reasonably priced.”
Derek S. · Google review · March 2026 “The food was really great. The star of the show, though, was my bartender, Josh. He made me feel seen and heard.”
Tina G. · Google review · May 2026
Groups & parties
Save me a spot
We take reservations, and groups are our thing. Planning a birthday, a team night or a crew in from out of town? Send the details and we'll call you back to confirm.
Walk-ins are always welcome too — open every day, 11 AM – 2 AM.
Rather talk?
(512) 482-8993Visit
Find the Bear
Downtown Austin, on the 300 block of West Sixth — look for the little patio at the entrance.
Map of The Iron Bear at 301 W 6th St, Austin (opens Google Maps). Open in Google Maps
301 W 6th St
Austin, TX 78701-2915
Plus Code 7793+9Q Austin, Texas
| Monday | 11 AM – 2 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM – 2 AM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM – 2 AM |
| Thursday | 11 AM – 2 AM |
| Friday | 11 AM – 2 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM – 2 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM – 2 AM |
Getting here: paid street parking and a paid parking garage nearby, including wheelchair-accessible spaces. The entrance, seating and restroom are wheelchair accessible. Rideshare drops you right on West Sixth.
When are you open?
Every day of the week, from 11 AM to 2 AM — lunch, happy hour and late nights.
How old do I have to be?
You must be 21 or older with a valid photo ID to be served alcohol in Texas — have it ready at the door and at the bar.
Is everyone welcome?
Yes. The Iron Bear is LGBTQ+ owned, LGBTQ+ friendly and a transgender safe space. Everybody who comes in good spirits is welcome at the bar.
Do you take reservations?
Yes. For a birthday, a team night or a big crew, send a request or call (512) 482-8993 and we'll set you up. Walk-ins are always welcome.
Do you serve food?
Yes — burgers, chicken sandwiches, wraps, waffle fries and chicken or beef fajitas, plus happy-hour food. Eat at a table or the bar, take it to go, or order delivery. Expect about $10–20 per person.
Is the bar wheelchair accessible?
Yes: the entrance, the seating and the restroom are wheelchair accessible, and there's accessible parking nearby.
Where do I park?
There's paid street parking and a paid parking garage nearby; on busy nights rideshare is the easy call.
How can I pay?
Credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments (tap to pay).
See you on Sixth.
301 W 6th St, downtown Austin. Open every day, 11 AM – 2 AM.