Best Live Music Restaurants in Central Austin

37 restaurants available nearby

1. Goodall's Kitchen

4.0

Excellent(365)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Goodall’s Kitchen offers a playful take on refined Texas cuisine served in an intimate setting within the distinguished Hotel Ella.

2. Geraldine’s

4.7

Exceptional(2331)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Downtown

Booked 23 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.

3. Sammie's Italian

4.8

Exceptional(1415)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 61 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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4. Jeffrey's Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2169)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Central Austin

Booked 38 times today

Jeffrey's Restaurant & Bar has been an Austin fine dining institution since 1975. In 2012 the restaurant closed for a major renovation and was reopened by McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality. The legendary restaurant, nestled in the Clarksville neighborhood just west of downtown, features a lively bar and three distinct dining rooms. The menus, from executive chef Mark McCain, features dry-aged prime steaks, updated classic fine dining, and locally sourced produce. The award-winning wine list, one of the largest and most diverse in Texas, features highly-sought after vintages from Old and New World producers. Private dining in the Napoleon Room and The Apartment is available for special events. Valet service is offered.The charming neighborhood location, old world service & multiple private dining options make Jeffrey's a true Austin gem. Jeffrey's was named “Top 10 Best New Restaurants” in the country by Bon Appetit magazine in 2013.

5. Devil May Care

4.7

Exceptional(230)

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.

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6. It's Italian Cucina

4.8

Exceptional(850)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • South Austin

Booked 3 times today

Northern Italian Cuisine, A True Piedmont Restaurant, Martini and Wine Bar, along with an Award winning Patio (il Cortile) Comfortable and cool in Summer with misting fans, and warm in winter with heaters.Our philosophy - is one of Cucina Italiana! We cook for you as we do for our family with “Una Passione Grande” in a polished casual atmosphere.Our focus on the menu, includes fresh handmade pasta, seafood, meats, cheese, and desserts, along with handmade craft cocktails and award winning wine list.

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7. Lamberts Downtown Barbecue

4.7

Exceptional(2259)

Price: Expensive

• Barbecue • Downtown

Booked 35 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.

8. Edge Rooftop Bar

4.7

Exceptional(494)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown

Booked 51 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.

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9. J-Prime Steakhouse Austin

4.8

Exceptional(811)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 24 times today

Welcome to J Prime Steakhouse, reservations are ready to make, choose a day and time and we will be ready for your arrival. Don’t forget to let us know if you’re celebrating a special occasion, we want to ensure a memorable night! See you soon.

10. Ranch 616

4.6

Exceptional(1545)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Southwestern) • Downtown

Booked 16 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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Tyler
Minneapolis - St. Paul •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I could not be happier with our many experiences at Sammie’s. The food is consistently fantastic, the service is incredible and the atmosphere is so fun! It’s always a treat to come here and cannot wait to come back!
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Sammie's ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.8
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Dianavip
Austin •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The service was impeccable and the Dean and Peeler Black Angus tenderloin was delicious, as was the chocolate soufflé. We also enjoyed the ham & Gruyère croquettes, the black truffle deviled eggs, the scallops, and the halibut. Wonderful place to celebrate any special event!
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Jeffrey's RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• American• Central Austin
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4.8
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Tracyvip
San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful experience! Food was unique & delicious. Staff was so kind. Overall, it was a great dinner. Thank you Geraldine's! We will definitely be back soon
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Geraldine’sPrice: Moderate• undefined• Downtown
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4.7
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Alanna
Orlando / Central Florida East •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 Nov 2024
The only that I’d change is there were a lot of surprise fees on the bill, like the preparation fee. I thought the listed high tea price was low compared to other establishments, but the hidden fees made it equal to other places.
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Goodall's KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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Karinavip
Austin •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 Nov 2024
Great night out with a friend. Lived the live music, ambiance and terrace.
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Devil May CarePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown
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4.7

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37 restaurants available nearby

1. Goodall's Kitchen

2. Geraldine’s

3. Sammie's Italian

4. Jeffrey's Restaurant

5. Devil May Care

6. It's Italian Cucina

7. Lamberts Downtown Barbecue

8. Edge Rooftop Bar

9. J-Prime Steakhouse Austin

10. Ranch 616

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