5 Restaurants with Live Music in South Congress, Austin TX
Updated 29 September 2026 · 6 restaurants in South Congress, Austin TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide rounds up five restaurants, bars and cafes in and around South Congress in Austin that Google lists as offering live music. It is for visitors walking the avenue and locals who want food or drinks with a band. Places were filtered by that live music listing and then ranked by Google rating weighted by review count. Each entry notes hours, address, listed features and what reviewers bring up, including the less favourable comments where they appear.
#1
The Little Darlin'
★ 4.6 (3,340 Google reviews)American restaurant$20–30 per person
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The Little Darlin' is a women-owned American restaurant and bar at 6507 Circle S Rd, open daily from 11 am to 2 am. Reviewers mention a big backyard with live bands, room for large groups, well-made drinks, burgers and a selection of hot sauces including local ones. One review notes that only the brunch menu was available in the early afternoon. Happy-hour drinks, a fireplace and full wheelchair access are listed.
Best for: Backyard bands and happy hour
- Address
- 6507 Circle S Rd, Austin, TX 78745, United States
- Hours
- daily 11 am–2 am
#2
Jo's Coffee – South Congress
★ 4.4 (1,994 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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This coffee shop at 1300 S Congress Ave is open daily from 7 am to 7 pm. Reviewers point to the well-known "I Love You So Much" mural, the outdoor seating and live music with people dancing. Drinks they mention include cortados, the house blend and the iced turbo, though some found the drinks did not match the hype. Beer, breakfast, lunch, vegan options and laptop-friendly seating are listed.
Best for: Coffee with music on the avenue
- Address
- 1300 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–7 pm
#3
Two Hands
★ 4.4 (1,115 Google reviews)Restaurant$20–30 per person
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Two Hands at 1011 S Congress Ave pairs a takeaway coffee bar with a sit-down restaurant, opening at 7 am daily and closing at 9 pm, or 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Reviewers mention crispy Brussels sprouts, a kale bowl with chicken, fritters and a Viet rice bowl, with praise for staff and atmosphere. One review felt portions did not match prices. Brunch reservations, cocktails, desserts and indoor and outdoor seating are noted.
Best for: Brunch with a coffee bar
- Address
- 1011 S Congress Ave Ste 170, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–10 pm; Mon 7 am–9 pm; Sat 7 am–10 pm; Sun 7 am–9 pm; Thu 7 am–9 pm; Tue 7 am–9 pm; Wed 7 am–9 pm
#4
White Tiger
★ 4.4 (347 Google reviews)Bar$20–30 per person
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White Tiger is a bar at 1321 S Congress Ave, open from midday or 1 pm until midnight, and until 1 am on Saturdays. It is open to the street, and reviewers describe a kitschy dive feel with live music. The kitchen serves an Asian fusion menu, and reviewers mention chicken karaage, a chicken sando, crab rangoon and steamed dumplings. Arcade games, dancing, happy-hour food and cocktails are listed.
Best for: Late-night bar food and bands
- Address
- 1321 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12 pm–12 am; Mon 1 pm–12 am; Sat 12 pm–1 am; Sun 12 pm–12 am; Thu 12 pm–12 am; Tue 1 pm–12 am; Wed 1 pm–12 am
#5
Walter's Tavern
★ 4.3 (659 Google reviews)Cocktail bar$10–20 per person
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This cocktail bar at 2336 S Congress Ave is open daily from 11 am to midnight in an old Victorian house. Reviewers describe a quiet upstairs suited to remote work, outdoor space and string lights at night. They mention a smash burger with some heat, avocado toast, coffee and a happy hour with specialty cocktails and gyros. Quiz night, live performances and full wheelchair access are listed.
Best for: Cocktails in a Victorian house
- Address
- 2336 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, United States
- Hours
- daily 11 am–12 am
How we made this list
We looked at 6 restaurants in South Congress, Austin TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Live music”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Two Hands takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- For an early start, Jo's Coffee – South Congress opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
The Little Darlin' ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.6 from 3,340 reviews. Jo's Coffee – South Congress is second at 4.4 from 1,994 reviews.
Which restaurants in South Congress, Austin TX are open late?
The Little Darlin' stays open until 2 am; White Tiger stays open until 1 am; Walter's Tavern stays open until 12 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: The Little Darlin' $20–30; Jo's Coffee – South Congress $1–10; Two Hands $20–30; White Tiger $20–30; Walter's Tavern $10–20.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for The Little Darlin', Jo's Coffee – South Congress and Walter's Tavern.
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