The 'Ol Watering Hole

It feels weird to review a place I always go, and even weirder to review a bar in Kerrville because based on the lack of Yelp reviews for Kerrville establishments, I'm assuming whoever is reading this is from out of town. I love the Hole for what it is - a dark, hometown dive bar. Well drinks are usually about $3, $3.50, free jello shots if you check in on facebook, super cheap domestics. There's a pool table, a couple of games, tables in the main area, and a patio in the back with multiple seating areas. In the winter, they put up heaters so it's actually still pleasant. It's somewhat a college bar because Schreiner is down the street, so keep that in mind. Sometimes it's a bit crowded and you have to wait a while for the bartender to get to you, but they're generally friendly when they do. I love this bar because I usually run into so many old coworkers and friends.However, if you're visiting from out of town, this may be a place to people-watch, but I would recommend something different. If you want something by the river, go to Pier 27 - its owned by the same family that owns the Guadalupe River Club, but its actually nice, whereas the GRC is extremely ghetto and trashy these days. If you want to go "downtown," Azul is pretty classy and has a nice variety of mixed drinks. Its pricey, but definitely a fun experience. If you move to Kerrville, make some friends, THEN go to the Hole.

Kind of dumpy, but it is a dive bar.  The bar tender was fantastic, and the band that played was surprisingly listenable.

Problem was a lot of what appeared to be regulars were fundamentally unlikable.  We didn't go in there to meet or talk to anyone, but we still left knowing this.  That's how you know it was pretty bad.

You will ALWAYS have a great time at the hole. Guaranteed.