LOCATIONS

El Mercado South

1302 S. First, 512/447-7445
Mystery Mondays are the staple at this Tex-Mex restaurant – perfect for those avoiding nearby South Congress chaos. Every week, Christine Albert and Bill Kirchen join a surprise guest in what usually turns out to be an unrehearsed yet can’t-be-missed jam session loved by locals. During the rest of the week, the all-ages (and dog-friendly) patio stage is frequented by country, blues, and rock & roll staples in the Austin scene.

Other Locations

El Mercado, 1702 Lavaca
El Mercado, 7414 Burnet Rd.
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