Saxon Pub
7 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/texas, r/Austin, r/austinfood10 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Many people recommend Saxon Pub, and several point to its live music, with one naming Monday Bob Schneider nights and a couple naming Sunday sets by the Resentments. One calls it a classic Austin spot, one describes an easygoing crowd for music, and one says it is closer to a listening room than a dance spot. One calls it a staple but thinks its acts mainly draw an older audience, and one says they would visit more often if the drinks tasted better.
Address
Saxon Pub, 1320 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
At a glance
- Best for
- Live music
- Opinions divided
- Yes
- Known for
- Live music
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/livemusicisbest in r/texas · May 2025variety
Recommends it for Monday Bob Schneider nights and Sunday Resentments shows, calling the latter top quality.
- Mixedu/broccoli_d in r/Austin · Aug 2026variety
Calls it a staple, yet predicts eventual closure since its acts appeal mainly to older crowds.
- Recommendsu/Ribauld in r/austinfood · Mar 2024ambience
On a summer day, says they couldn't see inside for minutes after entering.
- Recommendsu/iLikeMangosteens in r/Austin · Sep 2026parking
Named as a calmer alternative; commenter says parking is less convenient there.
- Caveatu/VaneWimsey in r/Austin · Aug 2026taste
Says they'd visit more often if the bar's drinks tasted better.
- Recommendsu/porsche76e in r/Austin · Feb 2025
Lists it among Austin favorites that have lasted for decades.
- Recommendsu/Relative-Habit-9248 in r/Austin · Oct 2025variety
Describes it as more listening room than dance spot, but with good bands.
- Caveatu/drterridactyl in r/Austin · Dec 2024
Says they would avoid it after a bad experience there.
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- Recommendsu/EllaMcWho in r/Austin · Nov 2023ambience
Says it is south of Riverside, with a lively but easygoing crowd for music.
- Recommendsu/naughtynillawafer in r/Austin · Dec 2024ambience
Suggests it for a classic Austin feel and frequent live music.
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Details last checked 11 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.