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The Continental Club
Austin's legendary live music venue where iconic sounds and unforgettable nights come alive.
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Austin's legendary live music venue where iconic sounds and unforgettable nights come alive.
The Continental Club is an iconic live music venue and nightclub located on South Congress Avenue in Austin, Texas. With a rich history dating back decades, it offers an intimate setting for performances ranging from folk and blues to rock and jazz. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and welcoming crowd, the venue hosts both local and well-known artists, making it a cornerstone of Austin's famed music scene. Patrons can enjoy great drinks, including local beers, while experiencing top-notch acoustics in a space adorned with historic photos of past performers.
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Hosts a variety of bands and artists in an intimate venue with excellent acoustics, covering genres like rock, blues, folk, and jazz.
Provides space for corporate functions, private parties, and special events in both the main venue and upstairs Gallery area.
Offers a selection of drinks, including local favorites like Lone Star Beer, with table and bar service available.
Affordable admission fees for live shows, with options for multiple acts and cash-only payments supported by an on-site ATM.
Features limited seating and standing room in a cozy setting, ideal for up-close performances and dancing.
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Overall rating
Christy Harris
We had a great time watching the band! Iconic place to visit. Did not have any food, cannot provide a review for that. Server that came to our table was great! The service at the bar was just OK. Bartender wasn’t very pleasant to interact with when we ordered our initial drinks and when we were informed that we had to close out our bar tab to have the service at our table.
Steve Takata
The continental club has been here forever, and Isaiah small bar with live music near home. Slice pizza. Be aware that they do not take anything but cash. There is ATM inside, but if you don’t have ATM card you are SOL.
Chiucat / Angel
Came to hear James McMurtry. The Gallery turned out to be the upstairs portion of the Club, which we nearly missed bc we didn't know - the website was unclear. The main venue downstairs was booked for a corporate function with a country band. The Gallery was an intimate space with somewhat limited seating. We arrived 30 min early but because of our confusion about the layout, every table & sofa was already occupied by the time we made it upstairs. We (party of 5) managed to find single seats in various places (including a window ledge). Clearly one needs to arrive early. It was SRO by the time the performance began. Paid $15 cover pp, then another $5 for the second act. The acoustics were quite good - not too loud as to deafen, but enough to hear every note. McMurtry (folk singer) was really great - this was a performance by himself - he will appear in the main venue the following week with a band. I enjoyed his clear diction, and from there, appreciated the lyrics and the music itself. The lyrics mostly conveyed disaffection, cynicism, lost love or loneliness. It takes a certain mindset to enjoy the music! I did, but my sister said she was ready to off herself by the end 😅 We had a good enough time to stay for the 2nd act. More jazz-y by a couple of old timers with a small organ (new to me) and drums. Didn't like the opening song, but by the time we left 45 min later, they've got people dancing. This is an iconic club of long history. The photos on the wall featured many well-known artists from long ago. We had a good time. Appreciated the live music scene in Austin.
Paloma Rios
We didn't know what to expect, but we loved the place. We enjoyed a live band that played some rock and blues. The entrance fee was 10 dollars, which was a great deal, and we had a lot of fun. They also have drinks and beers inside.
Jake Poskitt
The place was very cool! Everyone was super welcoming and the band was fantastic. The drinks here are good too I would recommend The Lone Star Beer and I would recommend giving this place a visit!!!!
