Poodies Hilltop Roadhouse
22308 Hwy. 71 W., Spicewood, 78669, 512/264-0318
A staple on the country circuit since 1997, Poodie’s is one of those Spicewood haunts that’s paid its dues. Booze, burgers, and a little Western swing have cured even the most broken of cowboy hearts – and no one’s talking about retiring that remedy, Willie Nelson included. Named for the Red-Headed Stranger’s late stage manager, Randall “Poodie” Locke, the old bar has come to mean more than just nights of debauchery on the road. It’s a nearby escape, one you can take any time you choose. 300 seats. No kids.
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Sun., Jan. 15
Arkansas Dave (7:30), Carl Hutchens (4:00)
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Mon., Jan. 16, 6:30pm
Songwriters showcase w/ Chris Fannin, Bracken Hale (host)
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Tue., Jan. 17 and Tue., Jan. 24
George DeVore (8:00), the Troubadillos (5:00)
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Wednesdays, 8pm
No Bad Days open mic
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Thursdays.
Alan Haynes (8:00), Jimmie Dreams (6:00)
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Fri., Jan. 20
Braydon Zink (10:30), Steph Cash (8:00), Zack Day (6:00)
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Sat., Jan. 21
Shades of Blue (10:30), Guy Forsyth (8:00)
This sunny, lovely bistro specializes in French treats like tartines, mussels, and boeuf bourguignon.
3663 Bee Cave Rd., 512/306-1668
The most elegant food at the mall, with a menu strong on ladies-who-lunch fare. Salads and sandwiches are exceptional, but more substantial offerings are there for the asking.
Barton Creek Square, 2901 Capital of TX Hwy. S., 512/691-3500
This elegantly casual interior, rich with reclaimed wood, earth tones, and natural light, has a separate lounge and bar area. Locally sourced dishes make this a South Austin delight.
7720 Hwy. 71 W., 512/852-8558