Lilly's Bar

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  Great dive bar.  Went in on a Sunday afternoon as a pit stop during our ride and couldnt help but fall in love with the place.  We were treated like locals and were served by Lilly herself.....whos been running the joint for 30 years!  The elephant collection is unbelievable.  Definitely will make a point to go back again and again.

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  Posted on 05.20.12 Monica A.

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  This place is awesome. We went in on a Sunday afternoon because we're sinners, and were delighted to find that we are not alone in our depravity. The place was full of people chatting, playing dominoes and shooting pool.
  
  It's dark, loud and if you sit next to the juke box the whole bar will hear your conversation because you have to yell over the Tejano music. But it's worth the experience. People treated us like we were locals. The bartenders are super attentive (I could never finish a beer before being offered another), and it's just a great place to relax and take in the atmosphere. Plus you can't beat $2 beers.

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  Posted on 05.31.11 Sydney T.

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  Best little dive bar ever. I HATE smoke, so remember that it's allowed in those parts. So if you can tolerate the cigarette smell, which I easily did after a few ICE cold beers, stop by!
  We went BEFORE eating BBQ and got a great little buzz, BBQ is a walk away in either direction.
  I would recommend it and again, don't let the smoke smell detour you. I DID NOT smell like smoke when I left. Again, I HATE cigarette smoke, but easily tolerated it, so give it a chance if you don't like smoke.
  Lilly was great, we did not eat a burger, but saw a few people ordering them.

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  Posted on 04.25.11 Laura M.

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  This is a very cool and interesting dive bar.  Tejano playing on the jukebox and very cold beer served by Lilly.    Interesting patrons make this a fun place to people watch and relax.  There were all kinds of elephant decorations and cool signs and posters covering the walls.  No air conditioning on the day we went in so it was pretty warm inside.  The burgers are suppose to be good, but we'd already eaten at Smitty's Market.  I'd go back if I happened to be in Lockhart, but wouldn't make a special trip.

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  Posted on 12.15.10 Edwin L.

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  Great old bar run by Miss Lilly herself. Don't be afraid to take your date or spouse in here. It's worth the trip for a cold beer or one of their big margaritas. But the biggest secret is you can get the best hamburger in "these here parts" at Lilly's. She brings in fresh ground beef daily. The large patties are cooked on a seasoned grill and the buns are toasted.  If you like it hot, ask for the hot sauce which looks homemade. Some of the walls are covered in aluminum foil, there are strings of lights and Lilly's extensive collection of elephants on display. And, the junk box has some great country and Tejano music.  During football season, it's packed for Lilly's favorite team---the Cowboys! At Christmas, this local philanthropist puts on one of the biggest events for the local children at another location.  All get a gift from Santa! It's wonderful. The only negative about the bar is that smoking is allowed and therefore, I can't stay very long.

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  Posted on 02.07.10 Ronda R.

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  Need a self-esteem boost? Head to this little hole in the wall where the windows are covered, the beer is cold, the christmas lights are flattering, and the clientele is...well...less than desirable.
  
  AND it's good for the whole family. Our nuclear foursome stumbled in around 2ish after a hearty meat-tastic meal at Kruetz's. What better way to end a jalapeno cheddar sausage binge than a Schlitz nightcap? Or daycap?
  
  Yes, they have Schlitz in a can.
  
  Other highlights: glum bartender, aluminum foil-covered walls, Tejano music, and the most amazing collection of elephant figurines. Seriously, I need to know the story behind this one. The elephants tschotkes are out of control.
  
  Ladies' hour on Wednesday: $2 domestics. Probably not a good idea to go alone. See you there!

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  Posted on 09.23.08 lindsey r.

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