The first bar I've ever been to with a properly balanced sound system. The music sounds great and yet it's still possible to have a viral conversation. A cozy space with very friendly staff and good drinks. I'd rank it highly among the top bars in Austin. read more

Nice place to get a drink after some Asian food next door. The patio is nice outside of the mosquites here and there. $8 old fashions on drafts still can't be beat. read more

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Pretty intimate bar, but they also have outside with more seating. Good happy hour with $5 old fashioned! They seem to having vinyl records playing too, so that's fun! The bartender was nice and very quick too. Will definitely return some time again! read more

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One of my favorite spots for casual hangouts. They now also have tacos served sometimes outside and that was awesome! Great happy hour 4-7 every day $3 lone stars and $5 old fashioneds! Highly recommend They also have cats that visit! read more

Very nice selection of cocktails. It's a cozy little place and there is a patio near the busy street. Great service. read more

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This place would be an ideal, casual and cute spot to stop by- the banana cocktail is delicious! However, the experience is ruined by many smokers and vapers- as someone with breathing issues, we often end up leaving to avoid this. Would love to stop again to try our luck with some clean air! read more

A casual neighborhood bar just casually sitting across from Barrett Coffee, there's no reason to not have a productive remote work day with a drink afterwards. Long Play Loung has a few tables inside their dimly lit bar but the main highlight for me was their front patio. Having some drinks in the evening was the perfect way to cool down. On the day we went they actually had free bingo and it was so fun playing a few rounds with all the tables. There are a few cocktails on tap and they sell wine by the bottle so be prepared. There was a QR code for food but we didn't get some as we came from dinner. It's impressive and so badass they're a true vinyl bar and I think we can all agree music just sounds better on vinyl. Can't get enough of this place and recommend y'all adding it to your rotation! read more

Been here a handful of times for past 8 years. Came last night and it's still just as good as my first experience. Small dive bar with phenomenal drinks, service, atmosphere, and prices. Drinks: Old fashion on tap: 7.5/10 - seems this batch was stronger than the past. It had me tipsy off of just one. For $8 can't complain Hot toddy: 10/10 - the flavor, the cute cup and presentation, the temperate - all perfection. Hot cider: 9/10 - nearly perfect, it just needed a hair less cinnamon and it would have been a 10 Bad hatter specialty drink: 9/10 - flavors were unique. Very boozy but not taste wise. If you're a whiskey lover, try this! Inside was exceptionally warm on a cold night. Almost too hot, had to step outside to get some air. Our bartender was very polite. Glad to see this spot is still as good as I remember it to be. read more

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My friends and I LOVE Long Play! Happy Hour from 4-7 with great prices and music. We call it "the cat bar" because there are always neighborhood cats running around, which is so cute and they're clearly well taken care of by Long Play which I appreciate. Vibes are always perfect - they even decorate for holidays. Limited indoor seating but they put heaters out when it gets cold. I've yet to try the food truck but bet it's great. Definitely one of my favorite spots!! read more

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My buddy and I always end up over here. They have good drinks, a large patio area, and good vibes.

What a cute bar! Came here with some friends for a nightcap and we had such a nice time. Very vibey spot with nice outdoor seating and decent drink menu. Bartenders were very nice as well :) read more

I've been here on a date, ended the evening here after a bar crawl, and been to happy hour (4:00 - 7:00p.m. with some girlfriends and each time was a great time; a very local and lowkey spot so come here if you're looking for a calm and cool spot to grab a drink! Inside is a dim, speakeasy vibe and there's a patio with lights outside. read more

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This is truly a hidden gem bar. For chill and relaxing vibes, it's the spot to go. They play some great music that instantly boosts your mood too. It's all on vinyl! Service is pretty quick since this is a bar, but you can find Paprika in their parking lot serving fresh tacos. Not sure what else they had but everything was sizzling. It's a smaller bar but they do have a patio, and are dog-friendly. There's not much parking in their lot so you will probably have to circle around or find some at the apartment/food complex across the street. read more

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This place is a vibe. Great music, great cocktails, and super reasonable prices. We will be back soon! read more

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EXCELLENT FIND and one of our other favorite stops of our entire trip in Austin! We were just at the gaming bar nearby and it was a weeknight so they closed relatively early and we weren't ready to head back to our hotel yet. So thankful for my trusty Yelp app that helps in situations like this. Did a quick search and while the majority of other restaurants in the immediate area were also closing at the same time, the Long Play Lounge popped up around the corner. Dive bar? Music? Open late? Yes, yes, and yes! This spot was great! Cozy little inside bar but quite a few outside picnic tables which is where we set up shop. The bartenders were great and they had a nice drink list too. It was such a chill spot to hang at - dive bar without being grossly divey. Awesome neighborhood bar choice and I'm glad we ended up there for a few hours to close out our evening! read more

One of the very few places you can get your bougie, high end cocktails or cheap beers at the same, neighborhood bar. We popped in on a hot Saturday afternoon after an event and weren't disappointed to find we could wet our whistles with Paper Planes, Bees knees or French 75s! People in there were laid back and cool and we'd definitely go back with our crew. read more

I've found Long Play to be a good reliable hangout spot if I'm looking for a non-brewery casual environment in the neighborhood. They have a wide array of drink options that should keep any group satisfied. There's lots of sizable tables on their patio. Enough so that even though they allow smoking outside I've never had to sit close enough to a smoking table to be bothered by it. The bartenders are all really friendly and happy to make suggestions. If you're there on a less busy night the indoor seating has a nice intimate atmosphere, but can get crowded fast on the weekends if the weather isn't great outside. The Korean food was super unexpected the first time I visited, and while I haven't made it part of my experience most times I've come here, I can't remember myself or any friends having a bad experience with the food. Overall I'd highly recommend giving them a try if you're looking for a casual bar in the area! read more

Great local spot. Awesome drink prices especially on happy hour. 5.00 on top ole fashions are the hit.

Lowkey and intimate spot with reasonable drink specials and chill bartenders. The sangria special was really yummy even if a bit small- probably the best $5 cocktail around. The DJ sets are fun and it's still mostly possible to carry on conversation during them. The concept of a tiny little bar spinning vinyl sounds like it could be overly precious but this was a very relaxed and inviting environment. read more

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Fun late night place to grab a quick drink. Nice outdoor seating area. Creative bar menu also.

Cozy place but very loud music and very expensive drinks. I know the prices are high everywhere but $15 for an aperol spritz is a bit insane. I guess I'll just drink at home now. The service was good and fast though. read more

Fantastic spot for a nice drink and a casual but elevated hang. They have a drink for everyone, cheap beers, a couple craft options, good cocktails and some solid wine selections. It's small inside, but cute and welcoming. Picnic tables outside under a beautiful tree with string lights complete the ambiance. We love stopping in for a nightcap. read more

This place is small and has limited indoor seating, but a lot of outdoor seating. The drinks are super yummy and a GOOD price. Only thing is parking is pretty bad. read more

Cute lil spot! Has some small indoor bar area and seating and more outdoor seating as well! Got a mezcal grapefruit cocktail (can't remember the name) but was super tasty! Nice lil hang out spot to get a drink or two, cute neighborhood spot for us. We'll be back for sure read more

My Husband and I were out for a date night. We had decided to stop at another bar off of St John Ave. We stopped in and realize they allowed smoking so we walked right out and came to Long Play. Best decision EVER. This place is so cozy and cute. We love going to dive bars and it had that feeling/vibe. We were stopping in just for a drink before heading to our dinner reservations 10 mins away. We ended up having more than 1 drink and never left to go to dinner lol. We loved the place and vibe so much. The live music, the awesome bartenders, the food. We ended up having amazing tacos from the taco truck at the back of the bar. Highly recommend both Long Play and Johnny's Taqueria out back. What a fun night for us. We will be back soon. read more

Y'all, I think this place is delightful. Extremely chill vibe, great north-central location, and a big, beautiful patio. They have old fashions on tap for $5, which I think sets them apart - as well as assorted Korean food, including dumplings. This place reminds me of eclectic, old Austin, and I absolutely love it. I could see it being an institution in 20 years like Lala's is now. Can't wait to go back :) read more

Very cozy drinking spot if you want to hang out with a couple of friends or if you want read a book or work on your next exciting project. The lighting adds to the experience and there's even an outdoor area if you want to bring along your pooch. read more

Moving into the neighborhood and so happy to have this spot nearby! Awesome happy hour with $5 old fashioneds on tap. Cute patio picnic tables are frat for casual groups & our pup! Can't wait to come back to try some food. read more

Awesome lowkey bar in North Austin; they specialize in whiskey cocktails so try their on tap Old Fashioned! read more

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I loved this place in my new 'hood. Great, reasonably priced cocktails. Outdoor seating (a must during pandemic). Friendly, welcome service. Great food (new Korean menu-- try the Korean pizzza). And walking distance to my place. What's not to like? read more

This spot has become our local neighborhood favorite. We love the proximity to our home. This place is the perfect relaxed atmosphere to enjoy a savory bite and a great drink. Great playlist, outdoor and indoor seating. Overall very friendly place. read more

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Cozy neighborhood bar with fantastic cocktails. Had the Old Fashioned and the high-end margarita. Both were really good. It's small inside but that is part of the charm. I hope no one reads this so I can get a seat at the next happy hour. read more

This is a cute, casual neighborhood bar. Great cocktail and whiskey prices and a chill vibe. We sat outside in the lovely, little courtyard, which was perfect for us. The whiskey cocktails are tasty and everything was well priced. Service was quick and polite. read more

Came to see my bud DJ Bluelight Special spin some vinyl. . Place is super chill and has a good vibe. There is no food truck as previous reviews mentioned so make sure you eat something before coming over. Otherwise an awesome place to have some drinks. read more

We found this place on google by chance and I am glad we did. Love the theme of the bar. Love the vinyl records that they were playing on the turntables . We discovered new music. We enjoyed a couple of Christmas cocktails. We enjoyed the vibe of the bar. We will be back!! read more

Long Play may be the best neighborhood bar in Austin. The cocktails are outstanding, especially the Pinkerton. They serve Korean food, which is out of sight. I had the fried chicken, which was crispy, juicy and just a little bit spicy. It was served with a radish salad, I think. My friend had the bibimbap, which was also excellent. It's kind of small inside, but the patio is pretty spacious and dog friendly. And the best part is they play full vinyl albums over the outdoor speakers. They've got great taste, and I would definitely be a regular if I lived closer. read more

Very chill vibe reminded me a lot of an NYC/Williamsburg bar. Inside is small but has an awesome decor setup. Very romantic good for a date night. Bartenders were very kind and helpful/funny as well. Had old fashions on tap which I've never seen before. Also has a big parking lot which was a nice touch read more

I loved this little bar! Great ambience with the classic music. They also have a fairly large patio outside with tables and chairs. Small on the inside; however, it's extremely cozy. Went here for happy hour and had a cocktail - strong and delicious at an excellent price. Will most definitely be back' read more

I love this place, their happy hour is great and the pecans from their pecan tree are delicious

Super smart liquor selection and quality choices on draft. Record selection is impressive as well.