A chic and popular cocktail bar is closing its Austin location after a brief run. Marlow, a local favorite, will pour its final drink on August 29. The bar announced its closure with a social media post and shared plans to host closing events on August 28 and 29.
Marlow Cocktail Bar Closing
Located in the heart of Downtown Austin, Marlow, a neighborhood cocktail lounge, is preparing for its permanent goodbye.
According to the Culturemap Austin, the bar was founded by Mike DeBonville, Joe Schumacher, and Wade McElroy in 2023. It features creative cocktails and a cozy atmosphere with a menu offering a variety of pub comfort food.
The bar team shared the closure news with a social media announcement. “Sadly, we are hanging up our spurs and closing our doors for good at the end of August,” stated the team.
For its final weeks of celebrations, the bar team has plans to host DJ parties, happy hours, and other entertainment events. The team added, “So keep your eye out for the hotness, and let us know if you can bring the homies by for one last hang!”
The bar team will share more details about the upcoming events on their official social media. In the closure announcement post, the team encourages the community to visit the bar one last time before it permanently closes.
The Marlow team did not share an official reason for its closure.
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Community Responses
Following the bar closure announcement, several customers expressed their disappointment on social media. Some loyal guests also shared heartfelt messages and cherished memories.
“It was a good run; y’all will be missed for real leadership and real passion. Exactly what Austin needs. Thanks for all of the heart and hard work you’ve put into the community,” commented one customer.
The team thanked the community and said, “Thanks so much to everyone that supported us these last 3 years!” Along with that, the team asked the community to mark August 28 and August 29 on their calendars.
Even though the bar is short-lived, the closure of Marlow will leave behind a lasting impression on Austin’s dining community.
