# Performing arts venues in Austin > You want to experience live performance in a setting that actually complements the art on stage. Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/texas/austin/best-food-performing-arts ## Places (8) ### 1. Parker Jazz Club Intimate jazz club with cozy atmosphere and excellent acoustics designed for clear stage views and sound. Lighting highlights performances with perfect spotlighting and the venue features a 9-foot Steinway D piano. The space offers a relaxed vibe where music and ambiance blend seamlessly. - Address: 117 W 4th St #107b, Austin, TX 78701, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/ParkerJazzClub ### 2. The Long Center for the Performing Arts Performing arts theater offers intimate seating with phenomenal acoustics and unbeatable city views. Atmosphere shifts from quiet and tidy during performances to lively with multiple conversations at times. Outdoor lawn and mezzanine patio provide relaxed spaces for live music and social activities. - Address: 701 W Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78704, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheLongCenterForThePerformingArts ### 3. Saxon Pub Small live music venue offers intimate atmosphere with fantastic acoustics and great sound system. Local musicians perform in a cozy setting where every seat provides a good view. The vibe is authentic and lively, reflecting a strong Austin-style music culture. - Address: 1320 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/SaxonPub ### 4. Austin City Limits Live (ACL Live & 3TEN ACL Live) Cone-shaped seating offers excellent stage visibility and almost zero bad seats. The venue feels intimate and cozy with amazing sound quality due to its design and recording use. Multiple bars on all levels provide easy access to drinks throughout the space. - Address: 310 W Willie Nelson Blvd, Austin, TX 78701, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Austin-City-Limits-Live-ACL-Live-3TEN-ACL-Live ### 5. C-Boy's Heart & Soul Small venue with a low stage creates an intimate atmosphere where live music fills the space. Crowds can make it packed and lively, but an upstairs lounge offers a calm escape. The vibe blends classic Austin soul with a dive bar feel, attracting music lovers close to the band. - Address: 2008 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/C-Boy's-Heart-Soul ### 6. Friends Bar Live music fills a spacious bar with a stage and a courtyard featuring picnic tables. The atmosphere stays friendly and positive, drawing a crowd that enjoys dancing and people watching. Cold beer and cocktails complement the blues club vibe and no cover charge policy. - Address: 208 Old Pecan St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/FriendsBar ### 7. Valhalla Metal-themed bar with live local bands and a lively rock vibe creates an energetic yet chill atmosphere. Small venue features arcade and pool games, fostering a social and welcoming environment. Decor reflects a strong personality, continuing a punk rock legacy. - Address: 710 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Valhalla3 ### 8. White Tiger Bar features a large outdoor patio with live music that creates a loud, gritty atmosphere. Crowd includes a mix of locals, regulars, and solo visitors drawn by the authentic vibe. Decor combines vintage posters, neon signs, and worn booths, enhancing the welcoming yet energetic setting. - Address: 1321 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, USA - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/WhiteTiger ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.