Donn's Depot
Dive Bar and Music Venue$$$$
Old West Austin, Austin
"Tammy is THE best waitress!!!"(4 Tips)
"Michelle and Tammy"(3 Tips)
"Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America."(2 Tips)
"good sized dance floor and an ok beer selection."(2 Tips)
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NicoleFebruary 2, 2014Expect an older crowd (40s-80s) but as a group of 27ish tourist females we got some local flavor of true live music & dancing in Texas! Loved the sweet older people having the time of their lives!Upvote8Downvote
Micheladas are a must in summer & Holiday Decor is a must in Winter. Diverse crowd w/ long time regulars who love Matt, Tammy, Michelle Donn ++. True Austin bar that caters to locals not touristsUpvote4Downvote
Off-beat and off the beaten path. Where the only thing stronger than the drinks are the Aqua Velva and Hai Karate. Just do it.
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The oldest of the old school of the ATX! Make your way here with great haste.Upvote2Downvote
Julius TarngOctober 22, 2015Peep into the ladies room to see the great cozy spot with a weird pole and a high view of the bar. the staff are okay with it but just make sure no ones doing their stuff in thereUpvoteDownvote
Stephanie KleinJune 16, 2012Snowflakes hang from ceiling beams in this old converted Missouri-Pacific railroad depot. With the ladies loo serving as an actual caboose, Donn’s Depot is, yes, a trippy full-throttle good ol’ time.UpvoteDownvote
CultureMap AustinJuly 8, 2011Donn's Depot was originally started by Donn Adelman, a staple of the Austin music scene since 1961, as a piano bar with revolving acts and performances each week by his own band.Upvote2Downvote
Do512March 27, 2012Ladies - check out the women's restroom. You will want to hang out in there all night. You can spy on the crowd from a secret window. Find out for yourself!Upvote3Downvote- David PittsFebruary 6, 2015The owner literally plays with the band, good sized dance floor and an ok beer selection. They'll sure pour you a shot or two if you ask though.UpvoteDownvote
Caitlin JamesJune 7, 2012Make friends with the bartender, sit outside and enjoy a pitcher with friends. A guaranteed good time, dance floor and all.UpvoteDownvote
SpikeFebruary 11, 2013If you're into a mixed social scene, tasty beer and of course country dancing, Donn's is your spot.UpvoteDownvote
Rachel MercerMarch 14, 2012One of the best dive bars in Austin. Friendly waitstaff, GREAT live music, and there's dancing every Friday.Upvote2Downvote
If you are a female, be sure to take a trip to the plush women's bathroom. Deep thought and convo can be had in the elevated seating.Upvote2Downvote
TV Food MapsSeptember 4, 2014Check out Donn's Depot as seen on Best Bars in America Read moreUpvoteDownvote
Come on Wednesday nights for Frank Cavitt's awesome old school country musicUpvote2Downvote
Jason KaplerMarch 9, 2011Great music, free popcorn and my favorite spot when I want to lay low.UpvoteDownvote- Michelle and Tammy are the best!! Favorite place for post-work cocktails :)Upvote1Downvote
With the best bar staff in the world, this is the Cheers of Austin! :-)UpvoteDownvote- Come on a Friday when Donn & the Station Masters are playing.Upvote2Downvote
Alex ChapmanDecember 5, 2013So... Evidently Duffy blows dudes (Dbd.) how many can you find?UpvoteDownvote
The women's bathroom is awesome! Bring a cameraUpvoteDownvote
WillMay 6, 2013Really OLD school. Regretfully they can't make Old Fashioned cocktails because they don't have oranges. WTF.UpvoteDownvote
- Don't forget to stop by the popcorn machine.Upvote2Downvote
Bring a guy to see the girl's bathroom. Read the walls. Laugh. Read moreUpvoteDownvote
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- Mon
- 2:00 PM–Midnight
- Tue–Fri
- Midnight–2:00 AM
- 2:00 PM–Midnight
- Sat
- Midnight–2:00 AM
- 6:00 PM–Midnight
(512) 478-0336
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
TouchTunes Jukebox
Yes
Food & Drink
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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