Best Live Music Restaurants in Austin

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1. Sammie's Italian

4.8

Exceptional(1653)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 69 times today

Sammie’s is a little taste of old Italy in downtown Austin. It celebrates the great ‘red sauce’ institution—inspired by old school, legendary Italian-American restaurants. The menu offers classic dishes in a casual but sophisticated, retro-designed space that is both lively and comfortable, capturing the essence of a night out at your favorite neighborhood joint. The space consists of a central dining room overlooking Shoal Creek and 6th Street, polished wood bar, Mildred’s Room (a private dining/wine room), and wraparound patio dining area. Please note that patio seating is weather contingent. The menu offers riffs on standards including Housemade Mozzarella Sticks, Clams Casino, and Caesar Salad a la Tommy; timeless pastas like Spaghetti with Meatballs, and Linguine Vongole; and Sammie’s Classics: big portions of iconic plates like Chicken and Eggplant Parmigiana, Veal Marsala, and Baked Manicotti.

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2. Summer House on Music Lane

4.6

Exceptional(49)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • South Congress

Booked 8 times today

Summer House on Music Lane is inspired by the casual sophistication that defines a lake house weekend and is the perfect spot for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a lively weekend brunch.The menu features seasonal, honest cooking that balances old-school hospitality with a decidedly unpretentious, Austin sensibility. Executive Chef Nick Erven focuses on local ingredients and live-fire cooking techniques, offering hearty proteins, housemade pastas, and elevated snacks. Summer House on Music Lane is located in the heart of South Congress at Hotel Magdalena, part of Bunkhouse Hotels. To learn more, visit bunkhousehotels.com.

3. Ember Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(384)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Latin • Downtown

Booked 26 times today

Ember is proud to introduce Austin's premier Josper oven experience. Our menu showcases bold, Latin flavors, with impactful dishes cooked over live embers.

4. Powder Room

4.6

Exceptional(246)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Speakeasy • Downtown

Booked 38 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.

5. P6

4.5

Awesome(1202)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 47 times today

Once a 1960s parking garage, P6 has been transformed into a rooftop oasis showcasing breathtaking panoramic views of Lady Bird Lake for open-air dining and drinks.Our menu features coastal small plates that celebrate Mediterranean traditions with local Texas ingredients, alongside signature cocktails - perfect for enjoying while watching the spectacular sunset bat flights.Open every evening and on weekends for brunch. Happy Hour available on weekdays.Reservations are highly recommended. Valet-parking is available in the hotel parking lot for $12 for 3 hours. Please see host for discount.Service pets ONLY allowed in outdoor space.

6. Devil May Care

4.6

Exceptional(268)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 8 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.

7. Geraldine’s

4.6

Exceptional(2424)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 16 times today

Offering a bat's-eye-view of Lady Bird Lake and the downtown skyline, 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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8. Jupiter Supper Club

4.8

Exceptional(56)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Vegan • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

A Timeless Luxe Culinary ExperienceWe are not a restaurant.But we do serve food prepared by a superb chef.We are not a bar.But we do mix some of the finest zero-proof beverages and cocktails ever encountered.We are not a nightclub.But you will have the kind of fun that makes you never want to leave.We are not a live music venue.But we do set a central stage for artists and performers.We are neither misleading nor confusing.But we are intentionally mysterious.We are the secret entrance. The whispered password. A place where once-in-a-lifetime experiences are served daily. A place you can locate if you know where to look. The only key is imagination. And suddenly, when it all clicks, fantasy will never be unreal again.We invite you to join us. To experience a new perspective on food, drink, music and design - elevated to a plane of existence far above even your highest expectations.

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9. Lamberts Downtown Barbecue

4.7

Exceptional(2372)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Barbecue • Downtown

Booked 24 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.

10. Maie Day

4.5

Awesome(507)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • South Congress

Booked 12 times today

Maie Day is a community chophouse located at South Congress Hotel. Helmed by three-time James Beard-nominated chef Michael Fojtasek and a MICHELIN Guide Recommended Restaurant for 2024, the menu is everything you love about a steakhouse, designed to be approachable and great for groups, and is a celebration of all people and always a party.

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LauraVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Travis was our bartender last night and he really did an awesome job with all of his cocktail, wine, and entree recommendations. Also, we would like to give a shout out to Blake as well. These two bartender’s really love what they do and it shows. They have the passion and drive to really deliver amazing service and drinks! Thank you again! With love from Vegas -Laura and Chris
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Sammie's ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.8
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leslie
Los Angeles •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
We were there for a gangster murder mystery and had a great time. This place is a nice gem in downtown Austin area.
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Powder RoomPrice: Expensive• Speakeasy• Downtown
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4.6
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Peyton
Austin •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 19, 2025
Amazing experience - everyone was so kind and the food was 10/10
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P6Price: Moderate• Mediterranean• Downtown
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4.5
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Carla
Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 19, 2025
The service was absolutely amazing! Food and drinks were also great! Loved the atmosphere and ambience of the place.
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Ember KitchenPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Latin• Downtown
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4.7
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Tom
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 18, 2025
Just a fantastic meal in a beautiful outdoor setting!
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Summer House on Music LanePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• South Congress
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4.6

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