Austin Texas Nightclub Re-Opens After 16 Months
A Central Austin club with a tumultuous reputation has reopened after being closed for sixteen months. The Dallas Nightclub on Burnet Road was closed voluntarily following complaints from the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission, the Austin Police Department and the neighborhood. The club previously offered 69 cent beers and was accused of over-serving intoxicated patrons. Dallas Nightclub was consistently cited as one of the top places where motorists arrested for driving while intoxicated in Austin were served their last drink.
The club has opened under new ownership, and they have stressed that changes have been made. There have been new staff hires and employees have undergone extensive training to identify intoxicated patrons and to help keep people from getting out of control. During the opening week, management has arranged for a $15 round trip shuttle between the club and two remote parking areas far north Austin to try to help patrons avoid getting arrested for DWI in Austin. The owners may extend the shuttle service if the reception is positive.
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