Best Live Music Restaurants in Austin

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1. Powder Room

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Speakeasy • Downtown

Booked 35 times today

Step into the secret world of Powder Room, an intimate cocktail lounge that exudes timeless energy. Here, guests are invited to indulge in crafted cocktails in the warmth of an intimate living room setting.Powder Room caters to individuals in search of refined experiences. Elevate your evenings with table-side mixology, complemented by the rhythmic melodies of live music and artistic performances that embody the essence of this hidden gem.

2. Edge Rooftop Bar

4.5

Awesome(537)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Edge Rooftop + Bar at the JW Marriott Austin serves cocktails over Congress for an evening lounge experience. Enjoy tasty small bites and craft cocktails atop a luxury hotel for views of downtown Austin, the Texas State Capitol and Lady Bird Lake.Please be advised that Christmas Day was the final day of our Snow Much Fun Christmas event.

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3. Lamberts Downtown Barbecue

4.7

Exceptional(2278)

Price: Expensive

• Barbecue • Downtown

Booked 40 times today

BBQ ALWAYS, LIVE MUSIC OFTENLocated on the corner of 2nd and Guadalupe Streets in downtown Austin (a block away from Town Lake & Moody Theater), in a historic 1873 Victorian building once home to J.P. Schneider general store, Lamberts features modern Texas classics including expertly smoked barbecue, grilled prime steaks, simple yet elegant apps and mains, and homestyle sides. We are open daily for lunch and dinner.The two-story dining room features an open kitchen, two bars (with one of the best whiskey selections in town) as well as an outdoor patio surrounding our Mill Scale smoker. The design includes black leather banquettes and repurposed sinker pine table tops. The vibe is laid-back Austin and not afraid to get a little rowdy at times—especially when there's live music Upstairs at Lamberts. *If booking an outdoor table, please note that patio seating is weather contingent. During those times, we will do our best to accommodate indoor seating depending on availability.

4. Devil May Care

4.7

Exceptional(235)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 15 times today

Located at the bustling corner of 6th & San Antonio, Devil May Care delivers a fresh and enigmatic experience to Austin’s dining and entertainment scene. With its cozy, eclectic vibe, Devil May Care provides a downtown, art-filled, underground hideaway. Family-style dining features a healthy and shareable play on Modern Mediterranean cuisine.

5. Ranch 616

4.6

Exceptional(1557)

Price: Expensive

• Southwest • Downtown

Booked 31 times today

South Texas Ice House, "Texas Cuisine" Products from the Texas Gulf to the Texas Hill Country."The huge snake logo on the outside of an otherwise nondescript building -- created by Bob "Daddy-O" Wade, best known for the oversize boots that front San Antonio's North Star Mall -- is your first hint that this place might be a bit, well, different. Inside, cowboy kitsch, 1950s diner decor, and Mexican folk art mingle, as do workers from the nearby county offices, local movers and shakers, and anyone else looking for terrific food that, like the decor, defies easy categorization.Call it South Texas gourmet. You can really taste the chipotle chilies in the tartar sauce that comes with some of the best crispy oysters this side of the Mason-Dixon Line, and the Gulf fish tacos are gussied up with chili lime aioli and Tabasco jalapeño onions. You get the idea -- lots of spicy dishes."

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6. Serenade American Brasserie

4.0

Excellent(33)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

Serenade American Brasserie reimagines a classic brasserie through a Lone Star lens, creating one of Austin’s most central and relaxed dining destinations. Welcome to a place where the allure of French oak meets the draw of Texas smoke.Featuring locally-sourced dishes for all day dining, Serenade offers elevated comfort food in a setting that is both approachable and tranquil. The cocktails are bespoke and inventive, the wine list is globally curated, and the beer selection ranges from European specialties to local Austin brews. Serenade is led by Chef Johnny Ray Stinebaugh, with menu development overseen by W Austin’s Executive Chef Manuel Rodriguez.Located on the ground floor of W Austin, Serenade spans an inviting indoor-outdoor and day-to-evening space. In the dining room and at the large focal point bar, double-height ceilings enhance the soft, golden light, while avian motifs appear throughout.Reserve your table at Serenade, today.

7. The Betty

4.8

Exceptional(14)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 9 times today

The Betty is an elegant vinyl cocktail lounge offering an ambiance of relaxed luxury, perfect for socializing over expertly mixed cocktails. The music, often a mix of jazz, lounge, or modern classics, complements the refined atmosphere, making the vinyl cocktail lounge a stylish destination.The dress code is strictly enforced and we politely ask you to dress your best for an elegant evening with us!

8. Punch Bowl Social - Austin Downtown

3.7

Very Good(45)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

We’re all about good vibes and unforgettable hangs. Whether you’re looking for a chill night with friends, belting out karaoke tunes (even if you don’t know all the words), or just laughing over a few gutterballs, we’ve got you covered. With fourteen locations nationwide, each offering unique adventures, there’s always a reason to come through and make some memories with us.Every night brings something new, from our crowd favorites, Music Bingo and Trivia, to a Silent Disco with three DJs. Bring your besties or get ready to meet some new ones!Let us host your next event! We’ve got the beats pumping, drinks flowing, and games ready. From full venue buyouts to exclusive gatherings, we have options to fit your every need.

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9. W Austin Restaurant & Lounge

4.2

Awesome(1440)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

W Austin Restaurant & Lounge is a sleek and sophisticated restaurant for hotel guests featuring the finest flavors of Central Texas sourced directly from the region's surrounding farms. Located on the Floor 2 of W Austin Hotel.

10. Geraldine’s

4.7

Exceptional(2349)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 31 times today

Geraldine's is named after the famed guinea fowl that once roamed Rainey Street. Respect for Austin's history and culture seeps into every part of the restaurant, from the local ingredients featured in our Chef's contemporary menu to the nightly concert lineup-because there is no Austin without live music. Take shelter from the Texas sun at our adjacent rooftop lounge, complete with private cabanas and outdoor seating.

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Alexandra
Austin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Adam, our server, was so wonderful!! We had the best time at our first visit to the powder room. Love the vibes and that phones aren’t allowed
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Powder RoomPrice: Expensive• Speakeasy• Downtown
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4.5
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Hannah
Houston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
My favorite place to go when we’re in town! Great food, great service!
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Ranch 616Price: Expensive• Southwest• Downtown
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4.6
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Ana
San Antonio •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 2, 2025
Amazing vibe and the drinks are truly a work of art.
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Devil May CarePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown
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4.7
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Camille
Dallas - Fort Worth •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 2, 2025
Absolutely amazing! We had the crispy green beans, 3 meat platter, the half chicken, mac and cheese, beans, and lemon pie. The half chicken is one of the best I’ve ever eaten. The sides were so delicious and the bbq was tender and flavorful. We had a wonderful waitress and really enjoyed the cool, moody atmosphere.
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Lamberts Downtown BarbecuePrice: Expensive• Barbecue• Downtown
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4.7
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Karina
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 30, 2024
It was a really nice experience. Love the place, love the atmosphere and drinks are good. Affordable price! Server were a little too much everywhere and no really paying attention to us.
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Edge Rooftop BarPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Downtown
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4.5

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65 restaurants available nearby

1. Powder Room

2. Edge Rooftop Bar

3. Lamberts Downtown Barbecue

4. Devil May Care

5. Ranch 616

6. Serenade American Brasserie

7. The Betty

8. Punch Bowl Social - Austin Downtown

9. W Austin Restaurant & Lounge

10. Geraldine’s

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