Mala Vida

I'm Asian but I absolutely love this place! The ambiance is very nice. They have like four different rooms/bar areas with different Spanish music so you'll definitely enjoy at least one of the spots! The drinks are good and decently priced. I would recommend coming here with a big group of people to enjoy. I always hit this place before 10:30 pm to get a free wrist band! There is a cover here after that, that varies from $10-20.

My experience at Club Mala Vida was just OK. The drinks were very overpriced--three drinks cost around $60 with tax, and the tip was already included on the receipt, which I didn't appreciate since the service didn't warrant it. The drinks themselves were underwhelming, with very little alcohol. As for the vibe, it wasn't quite what I was expecting. The music was decent, but the overall atmosphere didn't match my preferences. Probably not a place I'd return to.

Not actually "the bad bunny" bar, just a bar with tons of latino inspired phrases, culture, and more in neon lights. Mala Vida is a HUGE venue. My first time was during the 'Sorry Papi' tour and I absolutely loved it! At Mala, the drinks are really tasty, think alcoholic watermelon refrescos with Tajín &/or Chamoy on the rim.Reggaeton predominately sets the stage here, but you'll also get a bit of salsa, cumbia, and bachata every now and then to switch things up. Ladies, be cautious when coming to Mala as it's located on dirty 6th (at the end), and definitely has shady characters in the area. I would advise ubering, as parking is hard to find and sketchy. NOTE: They charge a cover fee of $10.00 on some nights, which is just to get pass the doors. Women, they check bags thoroughly and men, they pat you down for weapons. Definitely appreciate the safety, but only makes me feel unsafe at the same time.

God dragged here after a concert and ugh...Ordered a vodka pineapple and all you could taste was the pineapple juice, it also came in a plastic cup, for $15 you would at least expect glass or something, but I guess they're too cheap for that.Bartender was quick since there was barely anyone there.Overall the vibes in there are super creepy, a lot of older men kind of lurking around to see what they find and a lot of young people just drunk/drugged.Very vulgar place, they have penis shots and their female staff are barely wearing any clothes.Overall, a very sad "representation" of the latinx community.

I don't go out too often, but I gotta say, this club was fantastic, my husband and I had soo much fun, good music, and there are like four different areas where they play different music, super cool.

Had fun going to Mala vida Sunday night. They had free tacos and free hot Cheetos. The bar had very cool neon sign murals. Great spot to take pictures, pretty ibstagranable. Good deal on beers, a bucket of 5 for $19, Tip included. ULovei was djing that night, good Latin music all night. Enjoyed this spot for Sunday funday in Austin, TX.

So trendy and lots of fun, music is amazing, lots of space to dance, drink are reasonable, parking sucks but get there early and you'll enjoy the night.

First time at Mala Vida , For starters we were a big group and there were 18+ age ppl with us , so a mix between 21+ and 18+ , We were charged 25$ each person which we didn't mind even tho it was little too much , We were dancing having fun Literally 10 minutes later a security comes checking our wristsband and he tells the people who were 18+ to go to the front , Then he proceeds to kick them out! They were not drinking or had any drinks in their hands , We had literally just arrived!!!!!! We ended up leaving but be warned I feel like they try to scam people, If it wasn't 18+ then why even let them in to begin with? Doesn't make any sense, They literally just want your money! I suggest going to Cielo! It's 10$ a person and cheap strong drinks! and also 18+ if you have ppl under drinking age in yalls group!

The place be getting too crowded.. It's honestly soo bad, specially now during summer. It be smelling like wet dog and ceviche.. The security's rude as hell.. They tried kicking out my bestie bc they thought she was underage drinking.. He was soo ready to fight and defensive till she showed her bracelet.. soo rude on my girl and for no reason.

If I could give zero I would sadly. Really wanted to like this place. The sad truth is that drinks are over priced and not good/strong and the gratuity is included on every drink. & the beer is hot!!! How do you fuck up beer, that's usually the safest option. Service is mediocre. They promote saying free tacos but it usually on the days it's dead. The truth is that this is one of the few places in Austin that plays good/popular Hispanic/Latino music so most Hispanics/Latinos have to resort to establishments like this one. Buuuut we made the best of it bc my group of friends (10 people) all paid $20 to get in. /: Don't waist your money here!!!