sister to the austin venue, this place has a different live music act almost every night. the decor is retro and just run down enough that it's convincing. up front is the bar and main stage area. behind this, a large second room holds pool tables, another smaller bar and the toilet room area. some nights a guy comes in, sets up folding card tables and sells assorted bar-b-q, hot dogs and whatever back there. that's their food offering, and a hint that you're here to drink and listen to live music. the patrons tend to be an older bunch...lawyer types in suits and jackets who usually dissipate by 9:30 p.m. or so, making way for younger (late 20's) rockers and young professionals coming out to let off steam from being in an office cubicle all day long. the clubs location does draw people in there 20's and 30's. of course, a lot depends on the act(s) booked for the night. there is room to dance. the concert area is sized just right. drinks are a bit pricy, but usually there's no cover (at least before 10 p.m. ) they have their own parking lot that charges $5. legal street parking - is it even any nearby?- is iffy and questionable, so don't even bother trying.
Pros: variety of live music acts, interesting mix of people, good drinks
Cons: no free parking, no kitchen...well, just be aware and eat before you come.
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