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Black Star Co-op

Black Star Co-op

Brewery and Gastropub$$$$
Crestview, Austin
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    Marcus W.
    "Vulcan is the best and it’s always available!"(8 Tips)
    Matt D.
    "They get paid a living wage so no tips accepted."(5 Tips)
    Steve B.
    "BBQ and Fried onions plus a pint 🍺 of Recalcitrant Dockhand"(2 Tips)
    Traci
    "Amazing food and craft beer."(10 Tips)
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  • Jake C.
    Jake CarterFebruary 27, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    I became a member of Black Star Co-op -- the world's first co-operatively owned pub and brewery. Co-ops are businesses owned by the people who use its services or who work at it. You should join, too! Read more
  • Niecy B.heart icon on user image
    Niecy B.May 15, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    They play the best music. Do a flight. Eat the burger. You are welcome.
  • Steve B.heart icon on user image
    Steve BasileSeptember 8, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Excellent on-premise brews plus a creative selection of local and national craft beer taps. No tipping! Read more
  • Rebecca S.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca SNovember 21, 2015
    The burger is pretty great. The fresh jalapeños really make the difference.
  • Sharon J.heart icon on user image
    Sharon JamilkowskiOctober 6, 2017
    Great food and beer. Staff super friendly!
  • Sofia P.heart icon on user image
    Sofia PapastamelosFebruary 18, 2019
    Chill place to grab a beer and some dinner. Burger was pretty over cooked I would stick to one of the other dishes.
  • Angel P.heart icon on user image
    Angel PerezAugust 23, 2013
    Get the 6 glass house beer tester! #delish. Also the PeaceMaker is good;)
  • Chris B.
    Chris BowersSeptember 12, 2011
    Try the Vulcan IPA. It has hops, but the emphasis is on taste. This beer is full of flavor and is 6.3% abv!
  • Katie W.
    Katie WintersJanuary 28, 2011
    Get the co-op sampler if you're a little overwhelmed by the beer selection. For food, the portobello and chips is amazing!
  • Mike L.heart icon on user image
    Mike LangfordJuly 13, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    We filmed 3 episodes fo @Locapour at @BlackStarCoop. The latest features @LiveOakBrewing's HefeWeizen. See it here: http://locapour.tv/austin/liveoakhefeweizen
  • Germaine W.heart icon on user image
    Germaine WilliamsAugust 15, 2016
    Beers are pretty good. Best deal is their $3 happy hour!
  • Roger W.
    Roger WillisOctober 1, 2014
    Delicious beers and solid food. You should partake.
  • April S.
    April StockwellOctober 21, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the irrational beers. Changes all the time and they are always interesting.
  • Aaron S.
    Aaron SnowMarch 22, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Get the seasoned chips and some aioli to dip them in. Just do it. You will thank me.
  • Amy M.heart icon on user image
    Amy MorenoApril 27, 2013
    The Elba and the Rover are amazing! Great summer beers!
  • Kyle B.
    Kyle BunchFebruary 24, 2013
    Always a great collection of beers (and good food).
  • Hope M.heart icon on user image
    Hope MooreAugust 12, 2014
    Loved the moor! Solid dark beer choice.
  • Steve B.heart icon on user image
    Steve BasileFebruary 25, 2017
    Been here 100+ times
    Good food interesting beers even more interesting people. #Fish&Chips
  • Oscar A.heart icon on user image
    Oscar AparicioDecember 30, 2015
    Been here 50+ times
    The new salads are a big improvement! But the avocado club is still king.
  • Rebecca H.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca HueyAugust 5, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    They make their ice cream in house. Geeks who drink trivia on Sundays at 8.
  • Aaron G.
    Aaron GeiserJanuary 16, 2011
    Yummy food a beers! And free darts - REAL darts. The kind that will stick into people if you miss the dart board. :)
  • Mike L.heart icon on user image
    Mike LangfordJune 28, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The first episodes of @Locapour were filmed here. Order the Elba! http://locapour.tv/
  • David J. N.heart icon on user image
    David J. NeffSeptember 6, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Tired of feeling bloated? Plenty of GF on this great menu!
  • April S.
    April StockwellJanuary 6, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    You order THEN get a table! Don't be a dick and grab one first.
  • Christopher G.
    Christopher GriegoMarch 7, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The mac & cheese here is not worth $6. If you're on the mood for something rich stick with the tried and true grilled cheese
  • Brittany P.
    Brittany PereiraJune 9, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the chili cheese fries! No ground beef there...you won't be disappointed!!!
  • Homero R.
    Homero RodriguezFebruary 16, 2014
    Look both ways before crossing the road.
  • aaron h.heart icon on user image
    aaron haleyApril 18, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Say hi to Chris behind the bar and tell him how great his beer selections are!!
  • Traciheart icon on user image
    TraciAugust 9, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Amazing food and craft beer. Yes please!
  • aaron h.heart icon on user image
    aaron haleyFebruary 8, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    Feel free to start a socialist revolution!! They are totally cool with it!!
  • Chelle M.heart icon on user image
    Chelle MorrisonAugust 6, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    The best fries "chips" in town.
  • Brian J.
    Brian JacksonJune 24, 2018
    Fish and chips!
  • Chris T.heart icon on user image
    Chris TopherApril 17, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Try the Vulcan! Extra hoppy! Smooth with a biting finish!
  • Ella W.heart icon on user image
    Ella WhiteAugust 3, 2013
    Great burgers.....try the Elba beer.
  • David P.
    David PrestidgeMarch 24, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The brewery's own depths of despair stout will markedly improve your depths of despair day.
  • David J. N.heart icon on user image
    David J. NeffJuly 8, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    They have the best chicken sandwich I've ever had in my life.
  • Cecy C.
    Cecy CorreaOctober 7, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    You can add avocado to pretty much anything, which is alright in my book.
  • Nom Nom PR
    Nom Nom PRJune 27, 2013
    EXCELLENT food & beers! No need to tip.
  • Alison W.
    Alison WonderlandMarch 14, 2012
    The chocolate jalapeno ice cream is mind blowingly awesome.
  • Sugar F.heart icon on user image
    Sugar FootApril 14, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Elba, refreshing and fruity for a great spring Sunday morning beverage.
  • Chefs Feed
    Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014
    Aaron Franklin, chef of Franklin Barbecue, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Bar steak. Read more
  • Mike L.heart icon on user image
    Mike LangfordJuly 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Order the Vulcan, it was featured on episode 2 of Locapour. Read more
  • Zayd S.heart icon on user image
    Zayd SilkensonJune 18, 2023
    Been here 10+ times
    Being back the old chips/menu
  • Amanda R.heart icon on user image
    Amanda ReidJune 3, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Reverse Happy Hour at 9! $3 rational house pints and $3 fries!
  • Anthony A.heart icon on user image
    Anthony AlvaradoOctober 5, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    The grilled cheese is the best!
  • Scott R.heart icon on user image
    Scott RognlieFebruary 19, 2016
    Great food and beer
  • JAY J.heart icon on user image
    JAY JAYASURIYAJuly 27, 2016
    Great beer and food!
  • James R.
    James ReedAugust 25, 2013
    Bus your freaking tables! You don't have to tip, that's all they ask, don't leave a mess. Come on, guys!
  • Sever
    SeverOctober 2, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    First off Gluten Free Beer!!! Second, amazing food, toffee bacon is lisdishous!!!
  • Vi T.heart icon on user image
    Vi TranAugust 7, 2014
    Good food, good beer - that's all.
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