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Chain Drive (Closed Permanently)

(51 Ratings)
Austin's only place for leather and bears
Don't expect what you find in other cities' leather bars--you'll probably only find a few people here in leather. During the week expect a younger crowd expecially when live bands are playing. While mostly a place to hang out, Thursday's are "disco inferno" night for those wanting to dance. Come for Sunday's happy hour cookout on the patio.


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Reviews

TheCatcher331
TheCatcher331
Over a year ago

Hmmm

Walked in and it was a little scary... So dark I couldn't see my boyfriend walking in front of me... Then we got the eye like fat kids give to cookies... It was awkward. Drinks were good.. Parking is HORRIBLE!!!!


LonestarCub512
LonestarCub512
Over a year ago

only gay bar in Austin worth visiting

When all else fails, chaindrive is the best and probably oldest gay bar in Austin. Yeah its seedy, its dark, but its also cheap with great dj's. Kind of like the ripcord in Houston.


infj1961
infj1961
Over a year ago

I love this bar

Was there for the first time last night. Not very busy, but what a nice group of people. The bartender was a really nice guy. 2 patios with plenty of chat space - one of them so zen you could meditate there. Looking forward to going back. Not your typical leather bar in terms of attire, but definitely so in atmosphere and spirit.


ActivistArtista
ActivistArtista
Over a year ago

Man's Bar! That's it!

Not much to it! A bear hang out, great friendly service and men playing pool. Old school leather bar; dark and dingy! They way leather bars were back in the day. Not for the Martini crowd!


Davewireman
Davewireman
Over a year ago

I liked the bar but ran off

Some guy online told me he looked like Jerry Garcia and when I met him at the bar he was well lets say not so hot. He made your bar look dumpy but the music was great from what I heard. I wish he would leave there to make your place more presentable. But otherwise great bar and yes they are my skid marks thanks to Bradley.


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