Zachary S.

This is the first time I've been to a show at Sagebrush. I came through once last year, but it was short-lived due to a friend forgetting their ID. This time was a post-game rally after barely surviving Two Step Inn as Wyatt Flores, who had his set cancelled due to the inclement weather, and Evan Honer announced they were gonna play some songs in this honky tonk. I was there. It's a great bar and venue with pool tables, a large bar, plenty of seating, a decent stage, and a nice outdoor space. Before Wyatt Flores took the stage, there were plenty of people dancing and two-stepping, but it transitioned into a regular concert once Wyatt came out. Both were great energy. One thing I noticed was that for Austin prices, their beers weren't too pricey and were decently affordable. That's what I love about a honky tonk! I wanna come back here more because the vibes were great through the night! Long live the honky tonk! RIYL: Two Steppin

Carrie M.

Sagebrush is a cute country-style venue. I came here for some small concerts put on by a music school, and I liked the set up. My friend has enjoyed their two-stepping lessons here. I really like how they have free parking. It can fill up, but I believe there is neighbourhood street parking as well.

Tamie F.

Sagebrush was super fun! I would say it's way better than White Horse, but there are some things to consider. 1. The ratio of good/serious dancers at Sagebrush is way higher. So if you get nervous dancing with/around the serious folk, the be warned. 2. The dance floor is way bigger at Sagebrush. That's a great thing in that you will bump into and/or have to navigate around fewer people. It also means you'll feel a lot less lost in the crowd, which makes some people a little self-conscious. 3. It's so much easier to get a drink at the bar because it's bigger and there's more staff. 4. The outdoor area is way bigger, which is probably because it's not downtown. Somehow the cover is higher though. So for a little longer drive and a little more cash, you get a very different experience! The music was interesting. The first band was country. The second was country-rock. And the third band was kinda 90's heavy rock. That was hard to dance to. There is a food truck outside, but we realized way too late to try it. Next time, because I'll be back to Sagebrush.

Ken M.

I came here for the two-step dance lesson at 7:00 p.m. on a Thursday night. The turnout was impressive. The format of rotating partners provides good practice. After the lesson, there is attrition from the participants leaving the venue. However, I was able to dance with several who stuck around. There are uneven spots on the dance floor, which are not noticeable by appearance. Instead, you detect them from the sensation of losing balance. The vibe was casual and lively. It's easy to dance and chat with people. The band was good. They have a good selection of local draft beers. For this visit, I had Convict Hill oatmeal stout by Independence Brewing Co. For my previous visit, I had the Pecan Porter by (512) Brewing Company. Both are good dark beers that are not high in alcohol. Cover charge was $10. The doorman and bartender were friendly and attentive.

Abran S.

Came here in travel to see RattleSnake Milk and man, was a great time! The vibes going on the entire time were actually great, its what you would have expected to be honest inside and out, a classic country bar that was actually inviting and not making you feel bad about hanging out there if you didn't drink. The service from the staff I did speak with were super chill, I couldn't be more thankful. Was a nice play and a great time!

Linda M.

I was looking forward to an evening of Country/western music and dancing at Sagebrush. There's a nice dance floor, but the first band played only played Rock and roll. People were two stepping and doing the swing to it, but it did not hit home for me. The second band had a big following who stood all over the dance floor and prevented anyone from dancing. This was on a Wednesday night and the cover charge was $20, which I also thought was a bit steep. This was my first time to go dancing there, so I'm not sure if this is the way it is all the time. Since i had been looking forward to dancing, it was a disappointing experience for me.

Jane O.

This is my first visit to Sagebrush. I came for the music and stayed for the dancing. The band was great but watching the dancers was also great. This is not a listening room. It's a dancehall. Very different experience from hearing this band at the Saxon. I love to hear the stories about what inspired the song and it wasn't possible to make out what the singer was saying. The music was great and the dance floor stayed crowded with happy feet. It's a huge floor and large parking lot. The bathroom was cleaner than I expected with a crowd that size. I felt like the only person not wearing boots and was tempted to buy a pair from the vendor outside the back door. This place is definitely upscale from the Broken Spoke which is a must visit if you've never been. Saturday night and $10 cover gets you three bands. What a bargain.

Chad S.

There seems to be a lot of misconceptions about what this place is. It is not a dive. It is a honky tonk but it is far from a dive. An absolutely stunning venue inside and out (although the parking does feel a bit rough since it is not a paved lot, but that just adds to the authenticity of a honky tonk). It's not just a country only bar and it's not just a dancing only bar, and it is far from downtown so there are nights where it will not be busy. Check the calendar, look up the bands, there is a thing called Google. The bar staff is absolutely wonderful and very friendly if you are not a terrible person. The drinks are reasonable and the cover is always also reasonable, usually $5 early in the week and $10 to $15 depending on the band. Absolutely immense dance floor and when you have a good two stepping band, it will be packed and fun as hell. The sound is amazing the ambiance is amazing, this is a gem of the far south side.

Brenda R.

I came here for an event called, The best little drag brunch in Texas hosted by Brigitte Bandit. It was a cozy spot, but with plenty of room to sit or stand. They had set up the tables and extra chairs in good spots to allow the performances to continue on to the crowd. There is only one bar area which has a variety of drinks from beer to hard liquor. The staff was friendly and moved very quickly considering the amount of people there. The parking are was limited, but across from the bar is a closed business that allowed for additional parking. I parked here and walked out to my car still being there.

Carmen O.

Came to Sagebrush with a group for the Tuesday 2-step lessons and had a blast. No frills, all fun. Free lessons every Tuesday with knowledgeable and fun instructors. Just please tip them for their great service! If you don't have a partner don't worry, they rotate you through partners so you have experience dancing with multiple people. After the 1-hour lesson, there was a line up of great bands. Great place for a little something different!

Karol M.

The building that comprises Sagebrush dates back to the 1940s, and the various clubs it has housed have some history in Austin music lore. When you pull up outside, you'll swear this place belongs somewhere in a rural town, and it probably used to be out in the hinterlands, but Austin has grown up around it. Nevertheless, it still feels a bit rustic and Wild Wild West. I don't think they have air conditioning. Dress accordingly. Inside, a large, decorative bar spans the first half of the right side of the room. They offer multiple beers on tap and a full array of alcohol, with drink specials posted. Prices are average for a south Austin bar. To the left is a lounge section with rustic tables and chairs and a stage tucked back against the front wall. This is where bands play that you'll mostly want to sit and watch. The back half of the room is a dance floor with a larger raised stage, which is where they feature bands that people will mostly want to dance to. Fair warning that it's country dancing, and these are country bands. Out the door to the back, you'll find a rather large backyard with a couple of food trucks and another stage. I haven't been to a show out there or seen the food trucks in action, perhaps because it's been the hottest summer on record in Austin and no one wants to be outside in the sun. But it looks like a great place for a concert. There's always been a cover charge when I've been, usually $5, but it may be higher for bigger shows. Check their website for details. Parking is tricky, because their surrounding lot is limited. You may be able to find parking up the street, but as with most clubs, I highly recommend carpooling or ride share. A DD is always a good idea anyway.