Historical Texas Dance Hall! Janelle's bar employees &…read moreVolunteers are great, beer is cold and cheap, the bands & dance floor are perfect for this old school Hillcountry fix! Watch out for the deer on your way out, please & thank you!

Great place to go and dance! Old country dance hall, family friendly and fun atmosphere.read more

Sunday, 5-31-2026: We were visiting the quaint little town of Gruene (pronounced "Green"). It's…read morevery historic. At one time cotton was grown here until a boll weevil infestation wiped out the crops. Anyhow, I could hear live music emanating from this dance hall. Some of our family entered the hall because they needed to use the restrooms. We waited while listening to some good, live country music. I could see it was a very relaxed, casual, & family oriented gathering place. Then I found out this dance hall is one of the oldest in Texas! My husband and his family have fond memories of being at dance halls. This was so interesting to me because it's such a different culture from mine. We didn't have dance halls in the Philippines or California. There is a bar you pass by to get beer and other spirits. I don't as told that locals & visitors will leisurely hang out here. There are photos of notable people who have played music here.

It's quite an experience to be inside this hall. A historic landmark and a popular event venue in…read moreTexas. When we walked in, I see the pictures of popular artists and performers who had been at this place posted at its reception wall. We happened to catch a nice band playing country songs that we liked on our visit. It would be nice if they have open up the dance floor but I guess it's only during nighttime visit that they do that. You could place an order of drinks or an appetizer while watching the show. Or if you feel like staying in the bar, where you could still hear the band , you are welcome to do so . How cool is that ? The location is in a busy community street and popular small town. It's worth swinging by during a visit in this area.

Love this place. We stopped for the fall fest they were having. Plenty of parking and plenty of…read morebooths to check out. They had booths out around the perimeter of the building and booths inside the perimeter. They had music, and Photo Booth areas. Bars were open. The bbq joint was open, but there were some food booths as well. Smoking section was open. Just a great day to have a fall fest there.

I have to think this place is famous for its history, and things must've slipped over the years…read more Our server was super nice there and the Veggie Omelette was decent but that's where the positivity ends. Pies were dry crust and overly gelatinous. Chicken fried steak was very tough Texas toast lukewarm and soggy Hashbrowns were dried out (?)- maybe has been cooked before and re heated in the oven

My first job that took me down the path as a chef for a few years started at a hole in the wall…read morecalled Acme Bar & Grill in Mt. Pleasant SC, so I'm familiar with a low brow affair. On one hot Saturday afternoon I was looking to change things up a bit so google suggested Giddy Ups. I will confess driving up I was a bit apprehensive as it felt like a hole in the wall of a hole in the wall in the middle of nowhere. Upon arriving one will notice the parking lot is extremely worn with minimum upkeep while the facility wasn't that much fancier. Walking in you can feel the history and life. Everything is rustic and rudimentary as if the place was bought for pennies on the dollar. The outside has old fashioned 2x4 overhang with old plain wood columns, a huge red and obnoxious store front (but in a good way) and a tacked-on sheet metal shed. Inside, a half mannequin here, a thousand local artists in picture frames there all with dive bar tables and chairs make up the main area. Oh, there's a stage too if one can call what amounts to a step as a stage. The staff here are humble and nice. As for alcoholic beverages, if they got it, they're gonna make it for you. However, be warned the selection is limited, keeping in step with the bare bones mentality. Speaking of drinks, they're extremely affordable. I enjoyed my bourbon and diet coke just the same here as anywhere else while paying a fraction of what other places charge. In the side attachment or "shed" they have a number of games. One gripe I have is that they have the most disgusting bathrooms I've seen in years. No more elaboration needed. So what are my final thoughts? Giddy Ups is grass roots, simple but not for everyone. I like it and like the vibe but in my vast list of places to visit I just can't justify coming back especially if I'm looking to impress a date. It's not a bad place at all, just not my flavor.

Typical Austin "hole in the wall" neighborhood bar with character. While we were there, many of the…read morefolks were regulars and knew the bartender. There is also a stage for live music but we left early due to the weather. Our party did order pizza and brought dessert so you can take your own food. LOVE places like this!! Pro tip - wasn't a fan of mixed drinks so I would order bottles or cans next time.

They have a Food Truck inside, decent food. Bartender are…read morevery attentive and friendly The live Music and Dance floor are great !! Some of the Talent.... Nick Zamora Corey Weaver JR Hererra Vinny Tovar Matt Tejeda Jerry Deleon Kevin Perrette Nate DeLeon Texas Double Shot ........and a bunch more of extremely talented artists !!!!

I went last night with my brother and girlfriend to have a nice night out however when we…read moreencountered the bouncer with the cowboy hat. He turned us away saying "call it a night" even though we were extremely respectful and not being obnoxious. Unfortunately forcing us to leave and go home.

Hey Y'all, The Watering Hole is a great place to have fun…read morewith friends or make some new ones. I take private lessons there with Autumn; at Cowboy, Boots, and Boogie. Their staff will welcome you with a cold drink and a pretty smile. This saloon is cool, literally. (They have a jet propeller for a ceiling fan ) The Watering Hole is clean, safe, and has free parking. Stop on by.

I went to the watering hole twice. It is dark inside!! People may say it's a little divey. This bar…read morehas been in New Braunfels forever. Big dance floor. I went during the day on the weekend when a band was playing and lot of people got up and danced. It was free to get in, although they do have bands at night with a cover. Plenty of tables. One of my friend's favorite bartender , Michelle, works here, and she is a great bartender. A lot of drink specials along with Texas hold'em and extreme bingo. My mother's independent living facility ( they all walk and of sound mind) goes here once a month to play bingo. They love it ! The watering hole treats them so good. Thanks to the owner for thinking about these seniors.

First time here! Family was in town and turns out they have free dance lessons from 7-8pm! We had a…read moregreat time. The instructor was amazing! Everything was so easy to follow! Fun times!

What a great venue. Dance lesson start at 7. The instructors are very patient and kind. Definitely…read morewear layers it's super cold in there. I was shivering I was so cold. They also have a few pool tables which are close together but it works. They have large bars as well

Love a Texas dance hall!! Very friendly, festive, and fun. We came on a Sunday when the Texmaniacs…read morewere playing.

I've never heard of this dance hall but it is charming and made of real wood everywhere. Love the…read moresense of history it evokes as it was built in 1879! There is a bar with beer, wine and snacks, a small stage for the live band and plenty of grounds to park and walk around. I got there at night and the road here was pitch black dark. The driveway entrance is narrow right off of 281 so slow down or you will drive past it. I look forward to coming back for the Texas Fiddle Festival.

I went here last summer and totally forgot to write a review after being surprised to see it was a…read moreBuffalo Bills bar! Was up visiting my daughter in NB and decided to stop here for a couple of beers. Love this old TX tavern that is a break from the heat and a place to warm up in the winter. Memories all around of the first bar to apply for a license after prohibition. Thank you Hunter TX!

A big fat no. Actually even embarrassed to have given this place a bit of my money to say the…read moreleast. Came here for an event posted on event bright. So disappointed. The bartenders were painfully slow as one had a hard time tending to her crowd of 3 (not all of which were actively ordering). She was very messy and just touched everything while making a drink. I could see the dirty fingerprints all over her pos and it grossed me out! Bathrooms, might as well just squat in the grass youll have better luck there. As for my one $15 dollar drink. I only saw her put juice in my cup I wasn't going to say anything because idk I'm not a bar tender maybe the soda in's have advanced right? It tasted like a caprisun. Not a single thing I can say nice about this place and I've seen good dive bars. Not this one! Save your money or go down the street to happy cow!

love love love Luckenbach great music…read morepretty good food ( burgers are huge) ice cold long necks

Luckenbach is a must-see destination for a unique musical experience in the Texas Hill Country!…read more As you enter the "town loop" with the continual population of 3, you have your pick of visiting the wooden dance hall, outdoor stage, general store, post office, or watering hole. "These days Luckenbach Texas is, to paraphrase John Steinbeck, a "State of Mind" - A Texas state of mind, where you can kick back, relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life--like a step back in time." You can purchase tickets online or head over to the ticket booth if it isn't a sold out show. The monthly lineup usually includes your favorite local artists & in demand bands, special events, festivals & free shows! Even though Waylon & Willie's Luckenbach Texas wasn't actually based on the dance hall, their iconic lyrics did help make it famous. So turn up the volume and get Back to the Basics of Love as you make the trip out to see a show! You can even arrange a Willie Nelson tour to learn about the historic property If you really do love the Lone Star State, you might want to consider having your wedding or anniversary celebration at Luckenbach!