If a night out on 6th Street isn't your usual cup of tea, you may want to reconsider: there's now a swanky Irish pub in the mix.

The Dead Rabbit opened on Thursday, July 4 in the Hannig Row Building, 204 E. 6th St. — one of the many incoming businesses poised to alter the area's aesthetic in the coming years.

Now a historical landmark, the 1876 building was first owned by Joseph W. Hannig, a German immigrant and cabinetmaker who was well-known for his wine parties and his marriage to Susanna Dickinson, aka the "Messenger of the Alamo."

It's not just the structure's storied history that makes The Dead Rabbit appealing — guests are immersed in Irish culture upon stepping inside. Its brick walls are flooded with Irish art, dollar bills with customer signatures decorate the back bar, and its food + drink menu is a taste of Ireland with a hint of Texas influence.

Patrons can relax in a green leather booth or grab a seat at one of two bars in The Dead Rabbit. | Photo by ATXtoday

Before you Irish goodbye, here's what else you should know:

The Neighbourhood Café will bring brunch and coffee to the space later this month, marking the Belfast, Ireland restaurant's US debut
The Dead Rabbit will host weekly Sunday seisiúns (aka Irish musical performances), as well as other musicians, comedians, and more programming throughout the week
The staff's uniforms and its menus are designed by Irish makers
The Dead Rabbit claims the title of the "World's Most Awarded Pub," earning accolades for its cocktails, bartenders, design elements, and more
A few cocktails at the New York-based bar are exclusive to Austin: the City of Light, the First + Formosa, and the Peach Pit Fizz

Reserve a table to see it for yourself.