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Barracuda
611 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78701, United States
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Ke
Review №1

Nice venue...a little grungy, bit, comfortable. Good sound/acoustics. Staff are professional and reasonable. Some great bands play here!

Mi
Review №2

A small bar that hosts bands. I gave it 5 stars because I witnessed the awesomeness of Black Belt Eagle Scout there.

Za
Review №3

Bar/venue with both indoor and outdoor stages. The indoor venue space is quite large, and also quite empty. Theres a photo booth, cigarette vending machine and some colored glass windows, but generally lacks visual appeal apart from the bare wood and concrete. The outdoor venue has a smaller bar and is mostly covered, with more bench seating and vegetation which feels more inviting. They are very efficient and organized with bands.

Ch
Review №4

Will miss this place. Great selection of bands and two great stages to see them.

Ni
Review №5

Barracuda is amazing. The outdoor stage is too good. A bit loud so bring earplugs if you are sensitive but a great great place to see a show

No
Review №6

I really liked how Barracuda made the most out of their space without it feeling cramped. I loved the atmosphere and all the bands that were playing!! They also had a set of vintage clothing brands which was awesomeeeeeee (I got a beautifully embroidered blouse). I will defiantly come again!

Sa
Review №7

One of the best venues in town! The indoor stage isnt too tall so it makes getting close to the performing artist(s) much better than some of the other places around town. :)

Mi
Review №8

Great venue, probably my favorite for shows in Austin. Two stages, one outside and one in and a bar near both.

jr
Review №9

Good sound, lots of space! They booked another band outside that was loud enough to step on the toes of the band inside, however. Kind of diminished the show. Other than that, great venue!

Sl
Review №10

Had an amazing time at the FIATFV concert! Was a blast best day of my life by far

Cr
Review №11

Cozy indoor and outdoor space for live music. The groups I have seen perform have all been indoors, so far. The smaller stage allows for an intimate setting. Great views of the bands. If you get there early you can grab a drink and chill by the wooden picnic benches in their outside space - the doors are near the right side of the stage. Sometimes they have seating indoors as well. Recently they have been offering themed drinks, in line with the groups that play. The restrooms are near the opposite end of the bar.*Parking* I usually try for the street by the 504 E. 8th St. Lot or the lot itself, normally priced at around $10 - an easy walk from here and its close to other venues like Cheer Up Charlies, Stubbs, Mohawk.

AJ
Review №12

Been going here since it was Red 7. The new management is what was needed. Great shows and plenty of room to be standing around in. Also steps on the side for the shorter people to be able to see

mo
Review №13

You can feel the heat from the singers, youre so close, there isnt any stupid space. The staff are all awesome. Love watching my favorite bands here.

Kh
Review №14

Absolutely outstanding venue. The staff are very kind, friendly, etc and yet maintain a sort of professionalism rarely found. They also hosted last dinosaurs so thats already an easy five stars in my opinion. Definitely worth the visit.

da
Review №15

Loved the show ( Los West and headliner Erika Wennerstrom). Makes artist very accessible.

Jo
Review №16

Venue is nice, good vibes, some great bands stop off here.

Ju
Review №17

Its really a very Austin place, small and easy to see the band from wherever you stand. A decent amount of seats if youre like me and need to take a break from standing. This was my first visit but Ill definitely go back.

Ma
Review №18

Great spot for a great gig. Nice staff and fast service.

Mi
Review №19

Perfect small venue for rock and roll. Sound was good, perfect atmosphere. All the focus is on the stage.Great access to the bands after the show..

Sq
Review №20

Got to see unknown hinson here and was not disappointed. Drinks were reasonable price, friendly staff, outdoor area amazing, but honestly must mention the womens bathroom!!! Huge with doors on every stall and ..... clean. Go cuda!!!!

MI
Review №21

Staff is helpful and easy to talk to. Show space is decent, they sometimes do shows outside as well when its not super hot out. Outside patio area is pretty, nice bar out there as well with some picnic tables. I will def be back, its got those fun austin vibes and I had a really good time.

ca
Review №22

Smaller venue with good sound and good vibes

G
Review №23

Meant to leave 5 stars the first time!! hit 4 on accident. great spot

Jo
Review №24

My buddy slept here for 30 minutes! Nobody bothered him. Love Austin!

Ry
Review №25

Was going to play here in my high school band when it was Red 7. Never made it with them. Went to the side door Holy Mountain to see SORNE, and thats a great story. Im pleased so far with what its become and, in reflection of my actual artistic goal, its hometown. I will return again soon.

pa
Review №26

Played here when it was Red7. Its still a great stage and sound. Good beer selection too

Ha
Review №27

Great music! Went to see Emme and they didnt disappoint! So great and so fun!!

DJ
Review №28

Promoters book really great alternative acts of many different music strains here, great place that you can see the bands up close with an intimate experience, sound system is good and there have been many legends in music gracing the stages here!

Co
Review №29

Show was so great I fainted. They sat me down in the lobby and gave me some water and a towel. Great staff 10/10

Em
Review №30

Saw Bayside here; awesome band and venue.

Ja
Review №31

Easy access. Open spaces. Easy going bar.

Sc
Review №32

Awesome venue for live music. Very intimate setting.

Pa
Review №33

Good place to see a band. Good aircon, indoor and outdoor stages. Not much seating indoors.

Ay
Review №34

Amazing place with amazing shows and great service

Gr
Review №35

Always a wonderful, unique experience in a welcoming chill environment.

Se
Review №36

This Place is Really Goode in Terms of Atmosphere, Acoustics and Ambience. We Saw A Local Bandand Had a BLAST.

An
Review №37

The sound was great! People very welcoming, nice variety in music, acts.. hope to be back soon!

Lo
Review №38

Gotta love indoor and outdoor shows in one place brilliant

Da
Review №39

Love this venue! Great sound.

An
Review №40

The venue was great, plenty of space both inside and outside, will be returning for an outside concert in the future

Ti
Review №41

Great venue great sound! Awesome experience!

Ar
Review №42

Cozy place to listen to music and have drinks

Jo
Review №43

Great first show for my 14 year old son. Good to see a all ages venue.

As
Review №44

Awesome venue. It has a wonderful sound and there is not one bad place to stand in the crowd.

Mi
Review №45

Awesome venue with a great bar staff. Very cozy and energetic.

Tr
Review №46

Dual venue. Great bar.

Go
Review №47

Rock n roll heck yeah! They got some good sounding audio up in there, and good bands too!

Fr
Review №48

Well its a great place to have an outdoor show. They have good sound equipment, but there was a problem with the restrooms not clean and malfunctioning

J
Review №49

The venue wasn’t terrible, but it was 30 degrees outside and they had no heaters for the audience or even the musicians. Lead guy kept getting interrupted because the side door leaks noise onto the stage from the band playing inside anytime it open. Even had to stop a song once because of it. May go again if there is a band I really like playing inside.

Ma
Review №50

Great shows there . I bet its the venue

Al
Review №51

Killer venue. Indoor and outdoor stage, plus on the inside there these elevated platforms that give you an excellent view without people being in your way or vise versa.

Mi
Review №52

Pretty good live music venue, however, the acoustics need some work, as all the instruments sound like they are coming from the same speaker.Pretty good drink prices and service.The outdoor area is pleasant.

Da
Review №53

The best place in Austin, love Barracuda!!

Ka
Review №54

I played there it was an amazing venue

Ch
Review №55

Nice space and great bookings. But no draft beer.

Pe
Review №56

Some of the best midweek shows come through these doors. The clubs name may change every few years, but the solid shows remain.

An
Review №57

Scene tons of shows there, as Red 7 and as barracuda, excellent sound, plenty of room to move and sing along, and just a block away from Arlos.....word!!!!

Em
Review №58

It was cool ig

Ca
Review №59

Outside stage is amazing. Great sound, great service. Inside stage is too loud and full of echo. Make sure the band you want to see is on the outside stage.

Je
Review №60

It was Awesome!! Very kid friendly let us use the bathroom before they were open...good people great show!!

Jo
Review №61

Excellent sound on outside stage , remodel looks awesome. Getting drinks from bar outside was only reason I dont give 5 stars took 20 mins to get a beer last weekend. Other than that excellent venue.

Br
Review №62

Nice cozy spot to see some great bands!

za
Review №63

Great sound great music chill staff

Mi
Review №64

Played a show here, great crowd, super amazing staff

Ig
Review №65

This place really surprised me in a bad way - its way too small for a live music venue, at least for performances that require lots of stage space and many instruments sounding good together. The larger stage is outside, no roof over the crowd.The staff did their best, though, so no real complaints, just not used to venues like that.

Te
Review №66

Julia was amazing, but the sound from the band playing in the other room was a distraction to say the least.

La
Review №67

Went to a show here with my husband and a friend. I got dehydrated and ended up fainting, the staff were all really helpful and nice. They made sure I was okay, brought me water, offered to call an ambulance for me and even made sure I was safe with the people I was with. On top of that, this was a great venue. The sound was good for the show and there were no technical issues. Everything was clean and well-run.

Ch
Review №68

Although the ticket says all ages, but they try to push 18 and up. Its fine, but it was a hassle with a 17 year old and a show weve been waiting for for months.

Al
Review №69

Nice little club off red river

Ja
Review №70

Barracuda easily has the highest frequency of fantastic artists come through, with some of the best priced tickets in Austin. This is my favorite small venue.

Tr
Review №71

Good venue with a back bar.

Ba
Review №72

Two stages...outside is nice.

Ma
Review №73

Great place! Nice staff even though there were probably 200 people packed inside for a concert.

Ev
Review №74

Nice stage, way too loud when you near stage

Di
Review №75

Good place to listen to music!

Ma
Review №76

I mean, I met Enter Shikari there. Its magic.

La
Review №77

Great music but their drinks are the most ridiculously expensive Ive ever seen at a place like this. Seriously. Why?

He
Review №78

I took my daughter and her friends to see Summer Salt a band they really like. The bar was easy to find. The staff were very helpful. The only thing I didnt care for was having to go around to the alley to get in to see the band. Also BEWARE of where you park. Be sure to pay for parking because they will tow you quick. $200 to get it out and I am pretty sure the tow truck damaged my car. So becareful in Austin Texas.

Br
Review №79

First time at this venue, surprisingly, as I always pass it on my way to Mohawk & Stubbs. I feel like the venue is analogous to that platonic friend who you never considered dating, but should have since they had everything you needed to be happy.

Da
Review №80

Royal Knaves band was amazing!

Ad
Review №81

Just a bar for love music.

an
Review №82

Place was cool. I was very disapointed in the music though. Call me old but it just seemed like noise. :/

Br
Review №83

Neat little area for incredibly personal shows with bands. Im giving it 4 stars because you have to walk through a creepy piss filled alleyway to get to the back for certain shows apparently.

Je
Review №84

TSOL! Great set!

Zu
Review №85

I miss Red 7, but these guys did a great job making it their own improving the listening space inside ten fold. Havent been to a concert outside quite yet, but the three times Ive seen an inside show have been stellar.Great service by the bar staff as well.

Wi
Review №86

Nice place. Simple and clean. People are friendly and good music

A.
Review №87

This place is great, I only wish their outdoor area was a little bigger in order to accommodate a few seating options. Sound quality is great and stages make it easy enough to see the bands.

Sh
Review №88

Hot hot hot. Not a very good beer selection. No draft.

Ka
Review №89

Nice place but they dont have AC during the summer! Its very insulated so youll def feel it. It was very hard to enjoy the show because of it.

Ka
Review №90

Staff is nice and friendly, well organized. Great venue for such an intimate show.

Si
Review №91

Pardon my French but the sound is hecking good

Er
Review №92

Well handled events; great sound

Vi
Review №93

Awesome vibe inside. Lots of space. Outside was great as well.

Je
Review №94

Good staff. Great place for seeing multiple bands on the indoor & outdoor stages.

Sa
Review №95

Great venue, Enter Shikari was amazing!

Ch
Review №96

Really casual comfortable venue. Love the outdoor area. Im a sucker for patios and picnic tables. Theyve got a couple pool tables, too, which is awesome.

Da
Review №97

Great place for heavy music. No frills, Mowhawk is better, hence the 4 stars vs 5

Ki
Review №98

Saw Mono, great open air venue.

Ka
Review №99

Absolutely horrendous bathroom situation, club was at capacity and almost no staff to keep up the bathrooms. I weep for the people who work here because it must be hell.

Sa
Review №100

Good venue for music outdoor and indoor. Theres always interesting bands playing. While some of the music from next door does bleed over if the band isnt as loud its always a fun experience there.

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  • Address:611 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78701, United States
  • Site:https://barracudaaustin.com/
Categories
  • Concert hall
  • Live music venue
  • Live music bar
  • Night club
Working hours
  • Monday:10:30am–2am
  • Tuesday:10:30am–2am
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:10:30am–2am
  • Friday:10:30am–2am
  • Saturday:10:30am–2am
  • Sunday:10:30am–2am
Highlights
  • Live performances:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Bar on site:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
  • Restaurant:No
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