Nightlife
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Dance Club

“Inclusive club with live music and a lively patio scene. It's refreshing to go to a club where it doesn't matter if you're dressed up or down.” Kay Marley-Dilworth

Cheer Up Charlies
900 Red River
www.instagram.com/cheerupcharlies

Large Live Music Venue

“I like my music venues like I like my men – dirty and cheap.” Susan Sharp

Mohawk
912 Red River
512/666-0877
www.mohawkaustin.com

photo by Jana Birchum

photo by John Anderson

Intimate Live Music Venue

“They book the best acts. There's nowhere else I'd rather get my eardrums blown out at.” Ashley Manley

Hotel Vegas
1502 E. Sixth
512/524-1584
www.texashotelvegas.com

Outdoor Venue

“Vibes are strong. Shows are always killer. Great bar and beer selections.” Miguel Leon

Mohawk
912 Red River
512/666-0877
www.mohawkaustin.com

photo by David Brendan Hall

photo by Jana Birchum

Cheap Date

“Slice of history (get it?)” Kristen Drenning

Peter Pan Mini-Golf
1207 Barton Springs Rd.
512/472-1033
www.peterpanminigolf.com

Cocktail Bar

“Absolute Vibe.” Danny Brock

Roosevelt Room
307-B W. Fifth
512/494-4094
www.therooseveltroomatx.com

photo by John Anderson

photo by John Anderson

Dive Bar

“Cool hang.” Charles Dickey

Nickel City
1133 E. 11th
www.nickelcitybar.com

Sports Bar

“Best beer selection, and shows even the most obscure games I request!” Keith Sandel

Haymaker
2310 Manor Rd.
512/243-6702
www.haymakeraustin.com

photo by Lauren Johnson

photo by Jana Birchum

Bar for Singles

“For the gaaaays” McLean Carrington

Cheer Up Charlies
900 Red River
www.instagram.com/cheerupcharlies

Bartender

“The kindest, sweetest soul to be around. Goes above and beyond to take care of everyone around her!!” Sydney Bastian

Cheer Up Charlies
900 Red River
www.instagram.com/cheerupcharlies

photo by John Anderson

photo by Jana Birchum

Place for Sober Socializing

“Lovely outdoor and indoor spaces and plenty of good nonalcoholic drinks.” Candice Brusuelas

Radio Coffee & Beer
4204 Menchaca Rd.
512/394-7844
www.radiocoffeeandbeer.com

Karaoke

“Great staff, cheap drinks, fun environment and crowd.” Paul Zienty

Ego's
510 S. Congress
512/474-7091
www.instagram.com/egosbaratx

photo by Jana Birchum

photo by John Anderson

Jukebox

“Because it’s CASINO! My home away from home since opening week.” Meg Geminden

Casino el Camino
517 E. Sixth
512/469-9330
www.casinoelcamino.net

Trivia Night

“Consistently my favorite night with friends and community. Aira is the kind of star that welcomes everyone into her light. And she's fucking funny.” Lindsey Christensen

The Little Gay Shop
1902 E. 12th
512/660-5655
www.thelittlegayshop.com

Aira Juliet
www.instagram.com/cantbreathewithnoaira

LGBTQIA Club

“Cutest, neonest, most QUEER-friendly – truly for all.” Michelle Budin

Cheer Up Charlies
900 Red River
www.instagram.com/cheerupcharlies

Queer Party

“Queer country night is just about the most Austin thing imaginable.” Ty Stonecipher

www.instagram.com/neonrainbowstx

Photo by @photo.jay

photo by Zeke Barbaro

Pool Hall

“Hands down best pool hall in town! Cleanest as well. Never going anywhere else.” Caleb Rich

The Grand
4631 Airport #121
512/454-1986
www.thegrandatx.com

Adult Club

“Complimentary limo service and great lobster.” Uriel Reyes

The Yellow Rose
6528 N. Lamar
512/458-2106
www.yellowrose.com

photo by Zeke Barbaro

photo by Jana Birchum

Nightlife Wild Card

“My little geek heart swoons!” Elizabeth Means

Tiny Minotaur Tavern
2701 E. Cesar Chavez
www.tinyminotaur.com

 
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