A casual neighborhood gathering spot serving hot, handmade meals and ice cold beer for an eclectic mix of Austin business people, students, artists and musicians. The first Waterloo Ice House opened its doors on Congress Avenue in 1976. Not much has changed since our opening over 40 years ago. Waterloo Ice House still embodies that Hill Country spirit of gathering with friends and family for a cold beer and spending time together eating, laughing and talking. Not only the perfect dining destination, Waterloo Ice House has also become a legendary live music venue, giving artists like Lyle Lovett and Uncle Walt’s Band their start.

We love this place. Good food. Good prices. Great drink specials. Playground. Smoking area. Games. Theme nights. You can find a way to enjoy this place.
Dominga L., 3 years ago
Great happy hours, friendly service. Nice patio... not sure what there is to complain about!
Wesley J., 3 years ago
I love the Hippie Chop Salad, it's one of the best Cobb-style salads in town. Good drinks, friendly service, and I'm very comfortable going there by myself.
Sharon W., 3 years ago
I love going and getting the works a great burger minus the jalapenos (I don't need any help in the spicy area lol) and sitting on the patio! The best thing about them is they get the gluten free idea something that a lot of places haven't picked up on. Plus they have sweet potato fries as a choice for sides the only kind for potato( at least for me)!
I have to say I looooong for pancakes that are gluten free! I my actually dream about it on occasion................OMG they have them and not just one flavor..............yum blueberry, banana brown sugar and cinnamon pecan. Need I say more?!
If you go ask for Shawn he is awesome. Let me say the managers are really special too!
We had a small issue and they swept it away immediately.
Deborah L., 3 years ago
Great service and the manager went out of his way to get the Internet working for me.
Tommy P., 4 years ago
Great service, great burgers. Buns were delicious. Onion rings tasted hand battered. We're definitely coming back! Good place for a drink/watch sports!
Erica P., 4 years ago

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