Donn's Depot

Review №1

Rating: 5

Last July, my wife and I, as newlyweds, travelled across eight Southern states in 10 days. Our stop at Donn s Depot was, by far, one of the highlights of our trip. We stumbled upon this wonderful establishment on the recommendation of another bar that was closing up for the night. In Michelle, Michael, and the rest of the team, we found a true home away from home. The live music was sublime, unpretentious, and heart-warming, as were the people who came and went. They re that little bit of magic at Donn s that means, two months on, as we sit eating breakfast back under our own roof, we still talk about the trip and wholeheartedly agree that we d go back to Austin just to drop in here and say hi. What a place. Thank you PS: if you visit, please go in with a warm heart, say hi and offer to buy the lovely folks behind the bar a drink on us.

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №3

Rating: 5

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №4

Rating: 5

What can you say about the best live music bar in Austin?

Date: 4 weeks ago

Review №5

Rating: 4

Date: 4 weeks ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

Fun vibe and good music , bring your dancing shoes

Date: a month ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

Great local hangout bar! Nice to have a place for a drink and be able to hold a conversation. Live music starts at 9pm and goes until 1am every night, closed on Sundays.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №11

Rating: 5

A great place for an evening with music... there is also a place to dance.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №13

Rating: 2

Date: 2 months ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Great place to spend an evening listening at a piano, plus some occasional other instruments, great dance floor also.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Firts time here and it was for a celebration of life. With that being said, the staff was great and this place has lots, and lots of character.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

Great music, equally good vibes, bartenders who know your name

Date: 3 months ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Really enjoy everything here. The outdoor seating is very nice, mostly shaded and comfortable. The food is excellent with unique twists to most of their items. Try something out of your comfort zone here, you wont regret it. Margaritas are very spicy, so be warned. Burger is very good. Puffed pork belly appetizer is amazing.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

My privateers and I had been called upon to break the behaviors of a coward who cared more for ornaments than the training of his own children. Being in the presence of such a disgrace had taken the laughter from many of my men, so I ordered a messenger to find delight. The night became royal when we entered the halls of Donns Depot. Everyone was drinking fine ale, and I saw many women with jewels. These people are deserving a good reputation, unlike the rest of this slinking town.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

Donn is one cool kat

Date: 5 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 4

Donn s Depot is a long time Austin classic, but there s so much more beyond the name. This place has a bar, dancing, and seating throughout. It looks much bigger on the inside and it does from the outside. This place caters to all with patrons both young and old. This place reminds me a little of another Austin classic, the Broken Spoke. The lighting is a little dim and red and you can tell this place has been around a long time just by looking at the ceiling, walls and decor. They play live music which is always a huge plus! There s a big bar with a variety of draft beers, wine, spirits and cocktails. The layout is a a bit funky with seating in different rooms, some with a limited view of the dance floor. The staff is mostly friendly, which was a surprise as I expected them to be over the top friendly. Regardless, they re probably understaffed and there s a lot of picking up to do at the tables and with customers. I really need to visit around the holiday season, when they light the place up with Christmas lights. Overall a cool place and I ll be back!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 5

Totally cool bar with excellent service

Date: 6 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

My wife and I loved Don s depot. We were impressed by the eclectic crowd this place draws. We sat by another couple who had been married 68 years! The dance floor was hopping. And we had a great evening. We can t wait to go back.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Love this place on Thursdays to dance and chill. Safe for grown up people who enjoy a laid back vibe, good music, good service, and a dance floor that you can actually reach

Date: 7 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 1

Barmaid was mean so I didn t leave a tip, and then she shouted at me. 10/10 Food

Date: 7 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

Did not eat there but a great place and great music.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Legendary spot, beautiful people, exceptional staff, popcorn , sufficient lighting for portrait mode

Date: 7 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

Amazing

Date: 7 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

I love it so much and very delicious food and atmosphere Wheelchair accessibility: Yesssssssssssssssssssss Food : 5/5 |

Date: 8 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 4

Felt like we has stepped back into time here. Atmosphere was weirdly cool in a retro way but there was no music which felt odd. Bartender was very friendly and prices were great.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №39

Rating: 1

Date: 8 months ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Great little bar with live music and two step

Date: 8 months ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

Fun piano bar with an old-western twist!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

very friendly and efficient bar staff. decor and clientele on point

Date: 9 months ago

Review №46

Rating: 2

Cool Place, but when musicians are playing, don t think you will be able to visually see the band. Most seats are blocked by walls, etc, and maybe only about 10 seats have a good view out of the whole band. Wish they had dedicated seating to watch , but no.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №47

Rating: 5

What a wild setup here during Xmas. Check it out. Its a good time.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

Not sure about the food but it s a cool place to grab a few beers. Christmas decorations are worth the stop.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №49

Rating: 2

$10 cover is actually so silly

Date: 9 months ago

Review №50

Rating: 3

Date: 9 months ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

Great Austins Railway theme bar! An Austin Christmas tradition. Local gather to sing the 12 Days of Christmas annually. Great service!! No food except popcorn. Service

Date: 9 months ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №53

Rating: 2

Weird vibe. Empty and quiet and uninviting

Date: 9 months ago

Review №54

Rating: 1

Yall this place is weird. Walked in, not a peep from anyone cus they re watching jeapordy? The nasty looks we got from people JUST FOR TALKING? stay away from this library.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

Great music very friendly crowd and staff. We love it there. Dance floor area is usually busy. Good drinks. Nearby El Arroyo for Mexican food followed by a visit to Donn s Depot is a perfect evening. Take an Uber home

Date: 9 months ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

Frank Cavett & the Honky Tonk Doctors are the best! If you have not listen to them, you need to!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

old school dive bar! great country music

Date: 10 months ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №61

Rating: 5

Favorite bar in the world.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

One of the last old school honky tonks. Great vibe inside the railway car. I have been a few times but most recently on a Monday night. The music came on at 9am and it was incredible. Met a few local bartenders (that work elsewhere), and they told me about the musicians that drop in on mondays. I am so glad I got to experience and Ill be back!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

had a great time they had country line dancing lessons for free, and good drinks.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

Free popcorn and excellent atmosphere

Date: 11 months ago

Review №67

Rating: 3

They often charge a cover, bands can vary too widely between good and meh.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Authentic, cool and trashy.. exactly how a dive bar should be

Date: 11 months ago

Review №69

Rating: 4

Date: 11 months ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

This is a must go for anyone who loves fun, friendly and eclectic! Great building made from and old train car! Don plays piano and sings! Couples dance to wonderful old country tunes! Its dressed up for the holidays!

Date: a year ago

Review №71

Rating: 5

10/10 charm absolutely lovely

Date: a year ago

Review №72

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №73

Rating: 5

My mom comes here every Wednesday night to listen to the band and dance. She finally got me to go and we had a really great time. The service was great and the band is awesome. Certainly an Austin eclectic place to go.

Date: a year ago

Review №74

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №75

Rating: 5

Its a fun venue with an old-school vibe.

Date: a year ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Another place Im ashamed to admit that Ive never been to, considering Im an OG. Ive driven past it my entire life.. literally, but have never stopped to check it out. My bad. Its a super cool bar that has live music every weekend. And the sweet bartender will make you whatever sweet and fruity cocktail you request. With whip cream on top. And a cherry or two. Its a great place to people watch, too. Its definitely one of my new favorites.

Date: a year ago

Review №77

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №78

Rating: 4

Interesting place for great live music. It was a hot day and the place wasn t very cool but no one complained. Not a fancy or super clean place but popular for drinks and live music. The band is very talented. $10 cover charge the night we were there. Food

Date: a year ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

Classic old school honky tonk piano bar. Went there with a buddy while they were having 2-Step lessons. Staff was super friendly. Crowd was diverse. Live band was great. A must stop on your next pub crawl or for learning how to trip over your own feet!

Date: a year ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

Really excellent bar I love it here. Great atmosphere and excellent service. Some really fond memories made here

Date: a year ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

Excellent

Date: a year ago

Review №82

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №83

Rating: 5

First time here .... came with an Austinite to see Murphys Inlaws and was blown away by how engaging they were, and the raw talent! Im a whiskey on the rocks kinda girl and got a double...ended up with a quad pour!!! No complaints here; will return asap

Date: a year ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

No words. If you know

Date: a year ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №88

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №89

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

Great dive bar. Classic old school service.

Date: a year ago

Review №91

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №92

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Amazing bar and friendly people everytime I go

Date: a year ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

Great seeing the Honky tonk doctors at 8:30. Great old tunes with plenty of Bob Wills.

Date: a year ago

Review №95

Rating: 5

Best old school live country bar in Austin

Date: a year ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №98

Rating: 1

An Austin institution- lots of fun and if you re into fancy don t come here bc it s all about the tradition and music. But I don t know what it is with the waitstaff. Horrible and rude. I brought some out of state guests and I was ashamed of the way we were so rudely treated. When we asked for Topochico she answered no we have YYZ and when my guest said what s XYz she rudely barked something about the managers drink like shame on us bc we didn t know the brand!! Another female bartender was rude as well when we asked if they served snacks/food- no there s a food truck outside but there was a popcorn machine 10 steps away!! We won t be going back bc of this unfriendliness. A little bit of a smile and nice can go a very long way. Bad Austin experience.

Date: a year ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Great bar with live music. The bartenders are friendly and welcoming. (Ignore the donuts who say you have be from Austin to come here so silly of them!) Not too crowded and a lot bigger inside than it looks. Look around the walls for lots of history too!

Date: a year ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №101

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

Such a gem of a place! Go see Tammi she is awesome!

Date: a year ago

Review №103

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Killer bands. Classic dive bar grime and rock solid staff.

Date: a year ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Visited Donns first time on a Monday in March. To begin with its a great music listening venue. Nice dance floor with lots of comfortable seating. Sound system is good. Free popcorn that is theater quality. Drinks are reasonable and strong and the bartenders are simply the best. The music is incredible. Monday nights, Chris Gage can really bring it and has done so for over a decade. Great piano, strong voice, and just a guy who loves to play. Randy Newman, George Strait, Guy Clark,etc.. Spot on. Local musicians with great talent join in or just go to listen. That tells you something. Played for 2 1/2 hours. Wish the night isn t end. If you find yourself in Austin on a Monday night or any night (great talent every night ). Head to Donns. It s not fancy but it s a time you ll remember.

Date: a year ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

Nash Hernandez Orchestra was amazing! The way they played, sang, and their selection in music was wonderful! The atmosphere was kind and a lot of fun! Definitely recommend!!

Date: a year ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

If you are not an Austin native, do not come here. You will absolutely hate it. They dont have any frilly drinks, you wouldnt like the music, there is plenty of space to sit, and it is reasonably priced. Again, if youve moved here from the west coast, this isnt the place for you!

Date: a year ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

So so so so cool. Absolutely love this folksy, homey honky tonk with great live music and dancing!

Date: a year ago

Review №110

Rating: 4

Loved seeing Chris Albert, we wished his partner Christine Gage showed, but, no. This is a hole-in-the-wall place, definitely worth the trip!

Date: a year ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Great place. I m not sure how I missed this place all the years I lived in Austin and worked down the street. Anyway, highly recommend for an awesome Austin experience.

Date: a year ago

Review №112

Rating: 1

Why on God s green earth would you come here when Mean Eyed Cat is a stones throw away? carpet in a bar= stinky, drinks way overpriced and they serve it in a plastic cup. Nuff said

Date: a year ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

A classic Austin bar.

Date: a year ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

Great atmosphere. Band was good. Need another bartender, they were swamped.

Date: a year ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

insane

Date: a year ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

Very cool place, and definitely going back to hear the fantastic live music

Date: a year ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

One of my favorite bars of all time. There are few places where you feel like family as much as at Donn s. Not to mention the drinks are pretty cheap, and the music s always good! Especially fun during the Christmas season. 15 out of 10

Date: a year ago

Review №122

Rating: 2

Unfriendly bartender. Nice ambience. Patrons seem mostly stuck up and conceded. Didnt stay for music

Date: a year ago

Review №123

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №124

Rating: 4

Fun and festive place...and iconic old Austin surviving spot. Its definitely worth checking out.

Date: a year ago

Review №125

Rating: 5

It was still Christmas last night, very cool spot.

Date: a year ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

Always a fun time!!

Date: a year ago

Review №127

Rating: 5

Its donns depot. A staple here. Its fun as hell. Go there,go there now and have fun.

Date: a year ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

Donns is the best

Date: a year ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №134

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

Awesome place to ring in the holidays.

Date: a year ago

Review №136

Rating: 5

Best old bar in Austin!

Date: a year ago

Review №137

Rating: 5

What a fun place and the drinks were affordable.

Date: a year ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

Such a rad joint, so fun!

Date: a year ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

So much fun at Christmas time!

Date: a year ago

Review №141

Rating: 1

Date: a year ago

Review №142

Rating: 5

Dont go there, I dont want to wait in line behind you.

Date: a year ago

Review №143

Rating: 5

This place is really fun to come to during the Christmas season. I came here for a work Christmas party and the atmosphere was perfect. By the time I left I was feeling really jolly, but I felt like the a Grinch the next morning. Oh well, hair of the dog it is!

Date: a year ago

Review №144

Rating: 5

One of the greatest bars in Austin forever

Date: a year ago

Review №145

Rating: 5

Hilarious over the top Xmas decorations in a converted 4 railroad car restaurant. A real Austn landmark with talented musicians and singers.. what a fun experience !!

Date: a year ago

Review №146

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №147

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №148

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №149

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №150

Rating: 5

The best of Austin wrapped up and disguised as a Cheers Bar.

Date: a year ago

Review №151

Rating: 3

If you want to experience line dancing def the place to go. Wasn t my vibe.

Date: a year ago

Review №152

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №153

Rating: 5

Dive Bar with Elephant Room shiners feel. Decent alcohol. Good prices. Jeopardy. Be quiet during jeopardy.

Date: a year ago

Review №154

Rating: 5

Hands down best bar in Austin

Date: a year ago

Review №155

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

Best bar in the area for some good live tunes and great dancing. Couple that with some of the cheapest priced drinks in town and boom! DONNS DEPOT. one of the coolest little places I personally enjoy whenever Im near downtown Austin!

Date: a year ago

Review №157

Rating: 5

This is my favorite dive bar in Austin! Christmas themed all year, live music most nights, lots of dancing and they carry my favorite cranberry vodka. Location is great and I love seeing a variety of different types of people getting together and having a good time.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №158

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

One of those special, local dive bars that I love. They also have live music and two-step lessons that are a ton of fun. You can tell its an Austin staple, and I hope no matter how much the city changes that Donns doesnt.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №160

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №161

Rating: 5

Cool little spot if you are looking for a place to two step. Look no further.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

So much fun

Date: 2 years ago

Review №163

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №164

Rating: 5

Popular place in Austin to visit. Some great music!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №165

Rating: 5

What a gem! So fun and great music and great for dancing!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

Nice old school piano bar. Thanks for them birthday cupcakes!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №167

Rating: 4

Date: 2 years ago

Review №168

Rating: 5

If you want the honky town vibe this is the spot to be!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №169

Rating: 5

Cheap drinks and live music with a small dance floor. Absolutely love this place. Cover on Friday and Saturday.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №170

Rating: 5

Dope piano bar

Date: 2 years ago

Review №171

Rating: 5

Tammy is the Best!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №172

Rating: 4

Date: 2 years ago

Review №173

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №174

Rating: 5

Quaint little dive bar with live music, friendly bartenders, reasonably priced drinks.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №175

Rating: 5

A friendly place no matter who you are. I ve never felt more welcomed.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №176

Rating: 2

Definite dive. I suppose it has charm if you are a regular. I had never been despite living here for 22 years, so I was underwhelmed after hearing about the wonderful Austin vibe. Carpet in a bar is a bold choice. Probably just not my scene.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №177

Rating: 5

Please note: They dont allow anyone that wasnt born here or lived here <15 years. Absolutely the best otherwise. The most intimate and true to Austin venue.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №178

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №179

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №180

Rating: 5

Cheap drinks and good ole Donn

Date: 2 years ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №182

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №183

Rating: 5

This was one interesting place. They had good live music, good drinks and a diverse crowd. I m glad I stopped by.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №184

Rating: 5

True Texas eclectic honky tonk. You got to check out the ladies restroom!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №185

Rating: 5

My photo may no longer be on the wall by the door, but Donns will always be my home

Date: 2 years ago

Review №186

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №187

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №188

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №189

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №190

Rating: 5

came because it was the closest bar, stayed for the live band with a flute

Date: 2 years ago

Review №191

Rating: 5

Classic place with lots of history. You ll have fun even if you re not into country music but more fun if you are. We always meet cool people here. Bartenders are hard workers and it may take a min to get a drink but it s worth the wait. Cool mix of young and older crowd. Nice dance floor and the musicians are cool and friendly. You ll have fun. Just go!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №192

Rating: 5

Awesome place, fantastic music, stellar staff, & a real authentic Austin experience. Live music 6 nights a week. Chris did a great job at the bar, prices are reasonable, & the entire cover charge goes to the band. Dont miss out on this Austin gem!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №193

Rating: 3

We had a rude experience at the bar. An individual sitting at the bar, who apparently worked there but was off, was name-calling people and being a bully. That kind made the night a bit awkward. Aside from that, we had a good night.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №194

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №195

Rating: 5

Always real. Always good.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №196

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №197

Rating: 5

Nice atmosphere

Date: 2 years ago

Review №198

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №199

Rating: 5

Classic Austin bar, one of the few still keeping the vibe alive. Every inch of this place is authentic to the core, true to itself. Always crowded but not too dirty, staff are respectful.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №200

Rating: 5

Incredible jewel. We had no expectations but if you go there you will see real Texas , all ages mixed dancing together from 18-99 to the live band music.

Date: 2 years ago