Donn's Depot

Housed in an old Clarksville train depot—complete with former railcars and all—Donn’s has been a hub for drinks, dancing, and live music since the late ‘70s. In that time it’s become one of the most iconic institutions in Austin, attracting both a younger crowd and one that’s been there since the beginning. There are two dance floors, and you can expect to hear live music nearly every night—sometimes a full band, sometimes just tunes on the piano. Depending on when you show up, you may even hear the man himself, Donn Adelman, on the keys.

photo credit: Richard Casteel