There isn't much like late night drinks with family and friends. However why stop at just suds and…read morebuds? Add in some live music and watch the night liven up like a kid on Christmas! I had the opportunity to hit Rocking J Piano Bar and what a night it was! Rocking J is easy to find off the 183 and parking is plentiful, unlike the horrendous parking adventure downtown. The joint is located in a corner unit off Whitestone Blvd and extremely inviting. Music starts a little later at night and if you want a table you need to reserve one. I arrived at 7pm for the 8pm show and there were a few patrons upon arrival. The joint is clean without that beer-stained floor smell and the bartenders are cool and fast slinging suds. Prices aren't bad and all the people that I met were extremely cool, many different ethnicities were hanging out, while the age group was 30+ so it's not the college crowd. The attire ranged from men in tshirts, flip flops, I saw some "typical cowboy hats" and women in shorts and dresses, up to business casual. It's basically a "come as you are" mentality in a very relaxed atmosphere. Please note while they don't serve food, they do allow outside grub, just bring some for everyone, Also the bathrooms are decent not spectacular however you won't need to run down the street. The non-reserved tables are limited and as the show time creeps closer, they start to fill up but there was standing room. The crowd that was there was a pretty lively crew and seemed like pretty decent people. In the corner is a piano and on my night a drum kit. I can't remember the pianist / singer's name but he was really good while the drummer acted as backup, basically enhancing the songs with a steady beat. The guy could flat out sing and I swear I couldn't stump him with my diverse requests. Among the songs were The Cure - Love Song, Alice in Chains - The Rooster, Jimmy Buffet - Margaritaville, Pink Floyd - Wish You Were Here. Perhaps the jingle from Sesame Street would have stumped him, but I didn't consider it at the time. Overall, the place feels safe with "good folk" who all just want to have a good time. The staff is friendly and fast and the prices fair. I will definitely be back and hope to see you there!

Date night at Rockin J'd Piano Bar was nice but with a twist. The hubs and I expected lively and…read moreinteractive piano bar vibes. It was not because the piano bar was performing sub-optimally but because they were not there at all. Apparently, the lead band member was sick and therefore, the band did not perform this evening. While it was disappointing, when life gives you lemon make lemonade. The hubs and I decided to stay and catch up on each other's week. It was great to have that dedicated time and in a quiet environment. The mixologist was great and Texas friendly. Also, The piano bar was smaller and more intimate than other piano bars, which added to its charm. Look forward to returning when the band is playing...

The only explanation of why this place doesn't have a 5 star overall rating must be because people…read moreare comparing it to big city steakhouses that cost 5 times as much. You can't beat this place for a great steak at a decent price and a refreshing small town atmosphere.

Wow- what a great steak!…read more This place was very good. Good drinks and a great steak. Glad we made reservations - place was packed! Recommended highly!

Sing us a song…read more... Went to Kalahari with a friend for the TPS annual meeting. After a long day, we decided to go to Redd's Piano Bar and Lounge for a drink and to enjoy some music. So much fun! Ordered a drink at the bar. They have mocktails that are not on the menu, so you have to ask. The hibiscus mocktail was so delicious and a deal at $4. My friend enjoyed her "grownup" hibiscus cocktail, too. So much fun to sing rounds of Piano Man, Sweet Caroline and Shout, that we came back the next day after another day of conferencing and closing down the adults only, Grotto Swim Bar, at the waterpark. Lose Yourself, the first time I've ever heard/sang a rap song at a piano bar. A great place to unwind after a long day of learning at Kalahari. Thanks for the music and the complimentary round of hibiscus mocktails on day 2. Can't wait to go back next year.

If I go to the bar, it's been $60 on a pour stagg a $60 bottle and I can't get a picture. I don't…read morewant the drink. If your charging museum prices for drinks, you better let your patrons take pictures with the bottles at least

A piano bar is always a fun stop! After our sorority meeting we decided to meet at Rockey's Piano…read morebar. Literally, it was standing room only. The piano player took requests from the audience which was primarily country and western songs. Apparently, there is no table service. If you want a drink, you have to walk up to the bar. The line was extremely long. We enjoyed the music. The piano player was humorous, upbeat and a great singer.

Rocky's Piano Bar is a fun spot if you're looking for something a little different…read more They have a stage with a piano and small tables surrounding it, which creates a really cool, intimate vibe. Just a heads up, those tables were all reserved when we got there, so definitely call ahead if you want a seat, otherwise you'll likely be standing in the back. They do have a full bar, service was a bit slow, but everyone was friendly. Overall, it's a unique place and a fun change of pace.

Pete's Dueling Piano Bar was an unexpected (and entertaining) stop for us. We actually ran into…read moreHans Kim and ended up walking over with him -- we genuinely had no idea where we were going and had never even heard of this place before. The scene was very different from our usual spots and definitely felt like a throwback to our younger days: lots of young people, lots of alcohol, and high energy. It wasn't the cleanest -- there were empty cups and napkins scattered around -- which felt more like a lack of courtesy from some patrons than the staff, but it's worth noting. That said, the bartenders were friendly, service was quick, and there was plenty of seating. We were able to grab drinks easily and settle in to enjoy the show. The dueling piano performers were a blast and play songs based on requests -- the bigger the tip, the better your chances, which adds to the fun. There were multiple birthday and engagement celebrations happening on stage, and the crowd energy was contagious. All in all, we had a great time and would absolutely return -- especially if you're looking for something lively, interactive, and a little out of your normal routine

I fell in love with Austin while at Pete's many years ago. A few nights ago I finally revisited…read morethis great spot. The crowd and entertainers are so much fun! There's never anyone in a bad mood here. All you see are smiles. The cocktails are actually pretty solid. Our cocktail waitress was very on top of things and super helpful and nice. The location is right on "Dirty 6th" which is not my favorite area but it still has a lot to offer. I visit the area every once in a while and do still enjoy it. If you are looking for a visit this area and don't want chaos, I do recommend going early in the evening on a week day vs. the late night on the weekend.

Fun bar! The bartender was really nice, and it was cool that they had pong and jenga out.read more

Loved this bar in Austin on 6th street: it was happening on Friday and Saturday night. Lots of fun…read moresigns to take photos in front of. Sexy lighting. Good spot for date night or girls night out. I noticed other reviews mention the bar being racist which is insane! The awesome dj was from Jamaica and there were some cool people there from all ethnicities. Bartenders get on the bar and pour free shots out of a

N/A Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance…read more Came to J Kowboy for a place to meet after dinner for a quiet place to talk with my date. PERFECT ambiance for this on a Saturday evening. We stayed about 2 hours. Owner/Host was super! Great music to chill by. Can't recommend enough!

They just opened! This is a laid back wine/beer establishment. They have comfortable communal…read moreseating, and outdoor seating when needed...no food, but they are next to a vietnamese restaurant and are happy to order and get for you. It smelt delicious, we didnt have time to partake. Wine Prices are comparable. Must visit!

Laid back, warm atmosphere, staff are friendly, drinks are good. Limited parking right in front but…read morethere is a parking lot nearby.

For those in the back, this is a bourbon themed bar. They have a great variety of domestic and…read moreforeign bourbons. Whiskey is also available. Brea and G-Reg were very engaging. They both made excellent drinks. I guess this used to be a feed store. They've added industrial lighting and lounge style furniture. I really like this place. Five stars.

Had my son's 11th birthday party here. Matthew was super helpful with prepping us for the party on…read morewhat to expect and what options we had. Him and his team were super helpful before, during, and after the party. They were auper patient with all of the kiddos running around, keeping popcorn coming and cleaning up the messes that kids inevitably made throughout the party. The venue itself was perfect for us since we had a toddler and 2 children with special needs in attendance. It's basically one big room so it was easy to keep up with where everyone was. There were so many game options, from pong (which the grandparents especially loved), patio games, mortal kombat, Mario kart, the OG duck hunt game, the list goes on. I'm not sure who had more fun, the kids or the adults! The crew there did a great job keeping up with our drink and food orders throughout the party. Then afterwards were helpful with rounding up the kids and getting the place cleaned up. I see a 12th birthday party at this location in our future!

From the owner: Retro arcade and patio featuring great drinks, karaoke, and classic board games.read more

We had a school event at this cocktail lounge, and it was a great venue. The decor is eclectic with…read morea haunted vibe. They have a very small dance floor. It's definitely more of a bar to sit down and chat as they have a lot of very comfortable seating. The bartenders were friendly, and I got to try a few different drinks. Their menu is huge, and they have so many interesting cocktails. Dragon's Breath: I may have misremembered the name, but this was definitely the coolest drink I got. It came with a plastic dragon egg with dry ice spewing out of it just for the vibes. The actual drink itself was very tasty and sweet with a dragonfruit flavour. The main liquor is Malibu. The Parlour: had a sour lime taste to it with a big green skull ice block. My friend kept the golden skull pick as it is marketed as a keepsake, which is a very cute idea. This is one of their most expensive cocktails. Lychee Martini: this was terrible. I love lychee, and I like martinis, but this tasted like foul flowers. I would call this a rotten lavender taste. I did not taste any lychee. Living Dead Girl: tasty vodka cran drink with real blackberries. They got stuck in my teeth and stained them, but it tasted great.

This place just opened a few months ago. I'm not from here but one of the servers at Pignettis…read morerecommended it for after dinner drinks. It's a really cool place with an awesome vibe. A lot of decorations and comfortable sofas. The bartender was super friendly and knew how to make her drinks. I got an espresso martini, and it was pretty strong. Prices were good. Music that was playing in the background was lively but not too loud. The bar was really uniquely decorated in a good way.