Cheer Up Charlies

Welcome to Cheer Up Charlies, a beloved dive bar and gay bar located in Austin, Texas. This vibrant establishment offers a wide range of amenities, including reservations, outdoor seating, live music, and gender-neutral restrooms. The bar is known for its inclusive and welcoming atmosphere, making it a popular hangout spot for the queer community.

Customers rave about the great service and friendly staff at Cheer Up Charlies. The venue features multiple bars, making it easy to grab a drink and enjoy the lively ambiance. The diverse drink options, including vegan cocktails like the Yeti, made with vodka, coconut milk, and Khalua, are a highlight for patrons.

With a spacious outdoor area, complete with a stage for live performances, Cheer Up Charlies offers a unique and exciting experience. Whether you're looking to dance the night away, relax with friends, or catch a drag show, this bar has something for everyone.

The eclectic and fun atmosphere at Cheer Up Charlies makes it a must-visit spot in Austin. From delicious drinks to friendly bartenders and unique decor, this bar has earned its reputation as a top destination for a good time. So, if you're in the area, be sure to stop by and experience the magic of Cheer Up Charlies for yourself.

Cheer Up Charlies Menu

Location

Address: 900 Red River St Austin, TX 78701
Phone: (512) 431-2133

🕓 Work Hours
MON 6:00 PM - 1:30 AM (Next day)
TUE 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)
WED 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)
THU 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)
FRI 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)
SAT 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)
SUN 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

Business info

  • Reservations
    No
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Hipster, Divey, Casual
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Dancing
    Yes
  • Street Parking
    Yes
  • DJ, Live Music
    Yes
  • Best nights on Thursday, Friday, Saturday
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • Smoking Outside Only
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Gender-neutral restrooms
    Yes
  • Pool Table
    No
  • Wi-Fi
    No
  • TV
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Young B.

    18 August 2024

    Great service. It's a local live music place, nothing fancy. There is an indoor area with air conditioning. The live music is outdoors and I got many mosquito bites :(. The drink options were nice with a vegan option, which I tried - the Yeti made with vodka, coconut milk and Khalua. It was pretty good.

  • Author: Karla D.

    24 June 2024

    One of the best gay bars I've ever been to. Bonus-walking distance from home. It's all you'd expect from a great gay bar. Inclusion, love, fun. Great drinks. Great staff. Great crowd.

  • Author: Daniel M.

    09 June 2024

    Such a great place to start your night. Inclusive environment. Just full of the right type of people. Everyone is there to have a good time. Whether it's to catch a show or to hang out outback and chill. Three bars throughout the venue making it easy to get a drink when you need one. Food truck on site... Although you broke my heart when you took away Arlos. This was a sin against me. This is an Austin staple of the queer community. I am really glad to see so many lesbians coming here. This place really serves the community well. Parking sucks. Don't even think about trying to park on red river. Walk a few blocks and it's way easier. And leave your car here and walk to 4th Street or east.

  • Author: David K.

    11 May 2024

    Met up with our gay friends here when we visited Austin-- this is a really fun queer bar with a fantastically friendly staff and a lovely outdoor space in the back, perfect for hanging with friends and meeting new ones. And the Gin Wilders are super tasty!!

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