Darwin's Piano Bar — Restaurant in Austin

I heard good things about this bar but I could tell it was all hype no substance. The music was good but the customer service was totally garbage. I went with friends over the weekend to Austin and recommended this place. As soon as we got in we saw there was no seating. We made our way to the back to a small “table” and were chilling there hoping to find better seating. Not wanting to just take up space one person in our group bought some shots for the rest of us. All but one of us finished out shots, not even moments later some older white gentleman with a long beard came to us and told us that we need to order or we would be asked to leave despite just have had shots not even 5 minutes earlier. He had a very rude and rough tone and honestly made it super uncomfortable.

Too add insult to injury the owner replied to one of my friends review on here calling her a liar and honestly it’s surprising how unprofessional and unwelcoming they were to us. If you are a fellow traveler I would not recommend.

EDIT: The reply of the owner shows not only how unprofessional and unwelcoming they are but complete lack of reading comprehension. Our friend ordered 5 shots for each of us. 4 of us took the shot immediately and one of us didn’t because they like sipping on their shot. Our friend who paid for the 5 shots has proof of purchase so idk why the owner feels the need to lie and be rude. It’s honestly sad to see that instead of apologizing for the piss poor service and juvenile responses the owner resorts to gaslighting their patrons.

We would have ordered more but your rude bartender made it super uncomfortable and...

As soon as me and my friends got there we ordered a round of shots and where standing at the back because there where 5 of us and it was packed, but we where jamming to the music and enjoying ourselves BUT a older gentleman came up to us and said “y’all need to order drinks if not you have to leave so I can have this space for people who are drinking” I still had my shot in my hand yes I sip shots sue me I like to take my time but it really came off as rude and uninviting so my friends wanted to leave. We where not there for more than 3 minutes. Super disappointing.

*sounds to me we both are telling the same story, we where paying customers that just entered the bar and you demanding us to have a drink in our hands .2 seconds after we just took shots is pushy and rude. We where a big party and if there was seating available we would have took it so it was a matter of time we would have found a seat. If you don’t want to take responsibility for losing customers by being unwelcoming just say so.

**And another thing, you stated on my friends review Miguel “a group of five had one shot” that’s false so who’s making things up now? We where ready to buy more drinks as we stayed longer but we JUST took shots not even minutes before you came by and this was our first stop, you can’t deny you where being pushy. We had a tab open and everything. The bottom line it felt as tho you where being rude so that’s it. There’s no reason to be so hostile and accusatory. This just goes to show you are unprofessional and...

Let me start by saying this: Darwin Piano Bar isn't just another bar in Austin. It's an experience. Tucked away (hint: that's part of the charm!), this gem offers an unforgettable night fueled by incredible music and an intimate atmosphere.

The star of the show, without a doubt, is the live band. These talented musicians aren't your average piano bar players. They possess an almost supernatural ability to play any song you request. No, seriously. From classic crooners to obscure indie hits, they tackle it all with impressive skill and enthusiasm. It's like having your own personal jukebox come to life!

This interactive element makes Darwin Piano Bar unlike any other venue I've been to. The crowd becomes a chorus, singing along to everything from childhood favorites to forgotten gems. It fosters a genuine sense of community and shared joy that's truly infectious.

But the magic doesn't stop with the music. The bartenders are friendly and attentive, crafting delicious cocktails that perfectly complement the ambiance. The low lighting and plush seating create a sophisticated yet inviting space, ideal for catching up with friends or enjoying a romantic date night.

Whether you're a local Austinite or just visiting, Darwin Piano Bar is a must-do. It's the perfect place to unwind, unleash your inner rockstar (through enthusiastic singalongs, of course), and experience the true spirit of Austin's vibrant music scene.

In short, Darwin Piano Bar gets a resounding 5 stars from me. Don't miss out on...