Photo by Sandy Carson
“Want to dance your socks off and sweat your makeup off? Barbarella is the craziest, funnest place to go for crazy, fun dancing.” – Lydia Rimmer
Barbarella
615 Red River
512/476-7766
www.fb.com/barbarella.austin.9
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“Best sound anywhere. There's not a bad seat in the house.” – Justin Hoegenauer
ACL Live at the Moody Theater
310 W. Willie Nelson Blvd.
512/225-7999
www.acl-live.com
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Photo by David Brendan Hall
Photo by David Brendan Hall
“Cheer Ups is a great place to play, from a musician's perspective, and is a really nice room with great sound.” – Alison Ditto
Cheer Up Charlies
900 Red River
512/431-2133
www.cheerupcharlies.com
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“I love that it is on an incline and you can have great views of the stage from pretty much anywhere.” – Daniel Luviano
Stubb's
801 Red River
512/480-8341
www.stubbsaustin.com
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Photo by David Brendan Hall
Photo by Jana Birchum
“DJ GirlFriend understands what Austin nightlife wants. They also give back to the community. You don't see that warmth or compassion that often from a DJ. DJ GirlFriend makes our hearts go OONTZ!” – Dana Yanoshak
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“Whisler's has the best happy hour and amazing cocktails. Half the time I don't think I like any of the ingredients but the final product is delicious.” – Krista Paton
Whisler's
1816 E. Sixth
512/480-0781
www.whislersatx.com
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Photo by John Anderson
Photo by John Anderson
“If the Casino ever closes, might as well close down Austin.” – Andrew Osborne
Casino el Camino
517 E. Sixth
512/469-9330
www.casinoelcamino.net
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“Best bar to watch soccer at.” – Shawn Collins
Haymaker
2310 Manor Rd.
512/243-6702
www.haymakeraustin.com
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Photo by John Anderson
Photo by Jana Birchum
“I always get laid here. Gender unimportant.” – Amanda Scully
Cheer Up Charlies
900 Red River
512/431-2133
www.cheerupcharlies.com
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“Nothing beats their cocktail flight or $5 rosé. With the nice pairing of duck fat fries, your hour will be the happiest it’s ever been.” – Jessica Sher
Salty Sow
1917 Manor Rd.
512/391-2337
www.saltysow.com
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Photo by John Anderson
Photo by Todd V. Wolfson
“Emmilou is one of the kindest and most attentive bartenders I've ever had the pleasure of meeting.” – Vincent Tompkins
Cheer Up Charlies
900 Red River
512/431-2133
www.cheerupcharlies.com
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“There's nothing sexier than a deep discussion about a good book. I'm gonna find my soulmate here, I just know it.” – Emily Ojuka
Central Library
710 W. Cesar Chavez
512/974-7400
library.austintexas.gov/central-library
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Photo by John Anderson
Photo by Devaki Knowles
“Neat theme rooms, dance floor downstairs to kill time before or after.” – Brittany Markert
The HighBall
1120 S. Lamar
512/383-8309
www.thehighball.com
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“You'll be trying to Shazam everything.” – Lisa Blackwell
Casino el Camino
517 E. Sixth
512/469-9330
www.casinoelcamino.net
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Photo by John Anderson
Photo by John Anderson
“I chipped my tooth at Pluckers and it’s still the best place ever.” – Sam Bratton
Pluckers Wing Bar
2222 Rio Grande, 512/469-9464
9070 Research Ste. 201-C, 512/533-9464
3909 S. Lamar, 512/443-9464
11066 Pecan Park Blvd., 512/258-9464
300 Mays Crossing #300, Round Rock, 512/671-9464
6406 I-35 #2949, 512/454-9464
7101 Hwy. 71 W., 737/201-9464
www.pluckers.com
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“Queer ownership makes a difference. As a queer person, walking into CUC feels like coming home. You’re always welcome.” – Kristina Smith Puerto
Cheer Up Charlies
900 Red River
512/431-2133
www.cheerupcharlies.com
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Photo by David Brendan Hall
Photo by John Anderson
“Great pool tables and Austin's secret mind eraser destination.” – Braxton Parsons
The Grand
4631 Airport
512/454-1986
www.thegrandaustin.com
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“Incredibly creative and intricate setup. Made me feel like I was in an episode of MacGyver, but with better hair.” – Carlos O'Leary
The Escape Game
405 Red River
512/643-0043
www.theescapegame.com/austin
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Photo by John Anderson
Photo by John Anderson
“An Austin classic. The staff treats you like family. Always a good time here.” – Amanda Phillips
The Yellow Rose
6528 N. Lamar
512/458-2106
www.yellowroseaustin.com
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“Lesbian Wedding for the win! Love everything about this shindig.” – Tamara Hoover
Sahara Lounge
1413 Webberville Rd.
512/927-0700
www.saharalounge.com
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