Unfortunately NP is absolutely right. You would expect management to step in and make things right,…read morebut instead it seems the bar back is calling the shots and deciding which young women get preferential treatment. Not worth your money. Golden rule, if they can't understand how to concoct a basic old-fashioned, move on.

My husband and I love this bar! The prices are great, the staff is super friendly, and the vibe is…read morerelaxed. Rich and Shelby always make an effort to say hello and make sure we're having a good time. The free popcorn is a big bonus too. Happy to have it in our neighborhood!

Great ambiance and dog friendly! Went and sat outside in the patio with a large party, service was…read morefast and there was options for everyone

Soooo I have good and bad news for everyone…read more Good news ~ being over 99 degrees outside means $2 marg season in August, so that was a win! And it was delicious!!!! Bad news ~ this menu attached is the gluten free menu provided after requested by my friend & they said it's only gluten free ish because items are cooked in similar spaces and they don't have alternatives for buns other than lettuce, for example. And with that, all substitutions are like meat and veggie or chips. It just didn't leave my friend feeling satisfied with our meal afterwards. Service however was good! The server was kind and provided us with the menu. We know that this menu is out of his hands :/ however ... it should include gluten free options and servers should know them and that! Ambiance - very lively

It's been weeks since my first, (and so far, only) visit to The Little Darlin' and I'm still…read moredreaming of that hamburger I had. Seriously the BEST HAMBURGER I've ever had. Like, I'm probably never going back because I'm not sure that is repeatable . I like my hamburger well-done which usually means a fairly dried out burger, which I'm always fine with. NOT SO at this establishment! It was PERFECTION! Actually juicy, full of grilled flavor and expertly paired with toppings of their choice. I changed nothing and now I think I'm ruined because nobody will ever serve me a better burger! I also had the elote dip and it was also STELLAR! Bravo y'all!

Always had a good time here. Great atmosphere. Great menu. I don't drink anymore. But when I did…read more Good pricing. Nice staff, fast service. Outdoor seating is very nice in the fall/winter (but hot in summer... but that's Texas's fault. Not theirs.) Honestly, only issue I've ever had is the parking lot is a little rough. Dips and holes and such. But that's easy to get over.

Met up with some friends here. We sat outside at the picnic tables…read more I guess there was no waitress assigned to our table. So we got our drinks and food from the bar. Band that was playing, phenomenal. I'm sorry I didn't get their name. But they rocked the music and the audience was eating it up. Journey! Stevie Nicks, Tom Petty, Elton John, No Doubt, Pink. Lady Gaga. All the stuff that gets you in a good mood. It was blazing hot and humid, but the breeze was fantastic. I got the watermelon colada. Didn't have a strong watermelon taste. But the coconut part of the drink was refreshing. I thought it was a great drink overall. I also got the chicken quesadilla. I wish I took a picture of it. But I was starved. It was cut up in triangles with sour cream and salsa in small containers. Was delicious. And would totally get it again. Great food. Great drink, fantastic band. Wish we had a waitress though.

Hands down THE weakest drinks on earth! I'm convinced they add water to their Tito's bottles. I…read morecould order doubles all night and feel nothing.

I came to Austin for the week to cat-sit for my daughter and asked two strangers on South Lamar…read morewhere a woman traveling alone could find live music. Without hesitation, they both pointed me to Donn's Depot. They were absolutely right. From the moment I walked in, the place felt authentic. Not curated. Not trendy. Just a room full of people genuinely enjoying one another. The bartender was friendly, the regulars immediately welcomed a complete stranger to their table, and before long I was swapping stories with some of the kindest people I've met in a long time. Murphy's In-Laws were fantastic. Their musicianship was outstanding, and after I asked about a James Taylor song, they dusted off Steamroller--a song they hadn't played in years--and performed it like they had played it during warm-ups. Definitely not for the "first time in 15 years." They threw in "Shower the People" for me afterward! Donn's is one of those local favorites that is unforgettable because it provides moments you can't plan. One thing to know before you go: they don't serve meals, but they do have complimentary popcorn (which was great to discover if you haven't eaten anything prior to liquor)! What stayed with me most wasn't just the music. It was the hospitality. A stranger (who overheard my desire to hear Steamroller) quietly paid for my song request. A table of regulars pulled up a chair and made room for me. No one asked why I was there by myself. They simply welcomed me and nick-named me, "San Antonio." From a mic. If you're looking for polished nightlife, this may not be your place--but you probably need to go anyway. If you're looking for authentic Austin, genuine people, excellent live music, and an evening that reminds you how kind strangers can be, don't miss Donn's Depot. Keep Austin Great, y'all!

This unpretentious, eclectic, festive, multi-generational dive is off the rails. Get it?…read more Named after Donn, a local legend, who plays piano or tends bar at least once a week. The authentic but repurposed train station opened in 1972. In fact, a vintage railcar serves as an elevated viewing area of the dance floor, and you may want to check out the women's caboose. Literally, the depot has a caboose for a restroom! Going on a Friday night, we paid the $10 cover and it was a little crowded, but there were a few seats at the picnic tables in the wrap-around patio and I managed to step on only a few feet on the small dance floor, dancing to Donn and his Station Masters playing honky-tonk soul, western swing, and rock and roll covers. If you want a fun night, choo-choo-choose Donn's Depot. :

A week or so ago, some friends and I went to check out a few bands at Sagebrush on a Sunday…read moreevening. The night of the full blue moon! The main band we wanted to see was Superfonicos which didn't start until after 10 pm! We got there around 8 pm so got to hear a couple other nice bands. We had to ask around for the lineup as the tickets we purchased didn't make it clear the order of the bands. We had fun but wish more people had shown up to support them! I've been to Sagebrush a few times and like that they have a nice big dance floor. It's easy to order drinks at the bar and we each had a few that night. I'm sure I'll be back here again for dancing or another band!

Sage Brush is your local honky tonk, country dive bar. It's actually quite cute with the lights…read moreover the dance floor. Decent sized dance floor and nice bartenders. Plenty of seating on the sides. We visited to take the Double Or Nothing Company's two step class on a Saturday at 7 and we had a good time! The instructors started from the basics and gave detailed instructions. We were able to stick around and practice if we wanted. The cover for the class was $15 but I think it's cheaper if you go at other times.

Cool little dive bar. Good and friendly bar service with a mix of different xmas themed cocktails…read moreand Christmas decor. We appreciated the $5 special which includes a small high life and a shot of whiskey. I'm pretty sure the pepperoni pizza we got there was digiorno though which I find a bit unusual.

We visited this cool bar initially because we had a coupon for a free cocktail from one of the…read moreapartment buildings we toured. We went on scooters on a hot day, and it was a great place to cool down and have a tiki drink! Our bartender was so nice and welcoming, and we had the whole place to ourselves. Very cute interior - loved the record wall and sign near the restrooms. There is a fun photobooth with hilarious photos people have taken too. They had just released a new drink menu, and I tried one that was made with vegan cream of coconut and tequila. It was SO good and refreshing. Prices are reasonable and they have a great happy hour too! We will be back at night time!

This is a good place to listen to live music and dance. And if you don't dance, it's fun to watch…read morethe couples doing two-step. $10 cover charge. There's a pool table in the back and funky Texas decorations all around. I didn't order any food or drinks, so I can't comment on that. I believe the drinks are reasonably priced.

This is the last vestige of old Austin. One night I brought an out of town friend to Sam's. Who…read morewalks in? Lana Del Rey and her entire entourage. The woman that opener for her jumped on stage with the band and says bunch of songs. Apparently after their show that night they wanted to experience old Austin. Sam's was the only/best choice. In fact, don't come...forget this review exists.

With a space so gorgeous you'd swear it was torn from a page in an interior design magazine, it's…read morealmost daunting to step inside. Bright and sunny, wide open with lots of natural light, tasteful hanging planters, and minimalist decor, there's nowhere to hide. It's a place to see and be seen, but not nearly as pretentious as that sounds. They just care about the details and it shows, including the attentive service and well balanced drinks. Though I feel like I should crawl back into the dark, dank dive bars that I know best, it's a gorgeous breath of fresh air for those good hair days. Generous parking lot, easy off the highway, good evening hours. The only thing I'll knock it for is being so far south! Anyone in the neighborhood has better treasure this place, since I won't be able to get out there that often.

My girls suggested this place and it's such a cute and chill vibe!…read more Love the decor inside and ugh the expresó martini are so good and also the watermelon agua Fresca. The bartenders were okay and could have a better experience. Love the live Dj I like how fun each day of the week they have something going on. We were there when it was R+Bingo and that was so much fun! It's only 5mins from my house and there are plenty food trucks and fun bars nearby as well.

Myself and 3 other friends came in last night. Seemed pretty busy but we were still able to get a…read moretable after about 15 minutes waiting. Great menu with great flavors. Our server was very friendly and attentive. This is where things change. The bartender, asked me if i was born stupid because the door was held open for longer than he'd prefer. As our server was sitting us, we could overhear the bartender saying things about us to bar guests. Totally uncomfortable situation. We stayed for one round of drinks and left as we felt totally unwelcome due to this guys actions. Great place, but how do you run a business with rude staff like that. Also, two signature drinks, two glasses of wine shouldn't cost over $100.

This is such a lovely hideaway bar! The vibes are immaculate and I loved the dark moodiness of it…read moreall. We were a little lost when we first arrived because the door is quite subtle, but fortunately someone else was also entering. Our servers were all very friendly and we were seated by the manager. I highly recommend making a reservation--the only reason we got in was because another reservation for 10:00 didn't show and it was almost 20 past! The drinks were good and they have a pretty solid list of "experimentals" as well as some themed drinks for the bar. I had the Daisy and an espresso martini and enjoyed both. All in all, I think this place is great for a 1:1 or coming with a small group of 2-4 people. And our receipt came inside of a book, which added to the quirkiness of the place. Would definitely come back!