Cactus Cafe
| Address: | 2247 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78712, USA |
| Phone: | +1 512-475-6515 |
| Site: | cactuscafe.org |
| Rating: | 4.2 |
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Jason Carroll
I have only one experience here – seeing John Paul White perform his new (at the time not even released) album. OMG! It was intimate and perfect from an experience standpoint. The drinks were fairly priced and they were stocked well (I went for whiskey neat). The sound system isnt the best and the electric amp was micd poorly, but that may not have been Cactuss staff. The sound volume was perfect. Most venues crank the music so loud that you cant actually here the nuances of fantastic performers and you leave with your ears ringing. Not here – it was perfect. Oh, and the best part was the timing. I dont know if it was Cactus Cafe who decided or JPW who decided, but the whole thing ended at 11. Perfect! Why dont more places start live music at a time family people can enjoy it and not be a zombie the next day!?
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Staying Alive With Angel Austin
I saw Van Hunt here and I think he was disappointed. I wasnt, though. He kept trying to get the crowd to get up and move, but theres just not enough room to do that in this venue. Its very tight and intimate, so I dont think it lends itself to really rocking, loud shows...thats just my humble opinion. You just have to know where this place is because we walked for a half hour before we stumbled upon it. All in all, its a cool little place and I know its historic. Id go here to see a "talk" before Id go to hear a band again. Its just too small.
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Kyle Elrod
An amazing venue for a small show. The acoustics are fantastic and the Cactus Cafe has that nostalgic feel about it. The drinks were reasonable and the service was not bad at all. The best thing about this venue is the intimacy you feel. It feels almost like the show is in your front room with a small gathering of friends. If you want to really experience music- try a show at the Cactus Cafe.
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Reagan Evans
a classic, intimate music venue that was nearly lost -- but remains due to the love of the many fans, this corner stage and back bar setup provide some of the finest live music performances in austin and offer a treat to longhorn alums as they return to the heart of the student union building on campus for a night out. long live the cactus!
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Jon Cory Rankin
This venue is amazing. The staff that keep the place running have a beautiful historic building. This is one of the most intimate music venues I have ever been to. Community coming together and supporting musicians from all over the globe. Thank you again Cactus Cafe ,& KUT for your service to music and artists.
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Jacob Borgeson
The only downside is the parking. We went on a Tuesday for the local KUT radio event that discussed "How to Have a Bullsh*t-free Wedding" and we learned a ton and even found our pre-marital counselor. Fun time was had by all and the drinks were pretty cheap.
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Karen Milfeld
I lived in Texas for 22 years. This is the best tex-mex Ive found outside of Texas yet! I highly recommend the green enchiladas! They remind me of Chuys Stacked Enchiladas... before they went downhill (for any Austinites reading this!)
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Michael Chapman
Had to stand up (it was so packed), but the intimacy and clarity of communication from the artist is phenomenal. No question, they want to play the room and the audience adores it. This is the best acoustic music room in Austin.
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Deborah Coley
One of my favorite music venues. The set up is intimate and the acoustics are great. I really like the bar located inside the venue. Ive seen several musical acts here and I am hard pressed to find another comparable venue.
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Jessica Eley
This is a wonderful intimate Austin gem. Its a fun excuse to visit the campus. Make sure you get there early to secure a seat and good luck with parking, be prepared to walk.
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Jonathan Grabert
I LOVE seeing shows here. You feel like youre almost in a private performance. Comfortable and youre right next to the stage, even in the back.
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Michael Stevens
If you get a chance to see a musician you like play here you really should go. Very intimate atmosphere. Tickets are always reasonably priced.
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Deeana Claeys
Ive seen Sarah Jaffe and The Navasota String Band here and both were incredible! The atmosphere is amazing, cozy, intimate, and delightful.
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j Turner p
Ok so I love it because its so small and I got to see the singing voice of my favorite cartoon Jem and let me tell you Britta Phillips rocks
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Paul Terry Walhus
Great little music venue in the heart of the Texas Student Union. And they have panel discussions and other special events there as well.
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Kelly Strait
An Austin and UT institution. Very cool campus spot to check out some lesser-known musicians! Luckily, its funding didnt get cut...(yet).
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Isaiah Valdez
I like getting a beer here after class. The staff is nice, and they have an Italian language group that meets here weekly
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A Private User
Best place to study on campus with a beer. Also has amazing intimate live music. See a show at the Cactus before you die.
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John R
Truly an institution! I was very happy to hear that they werent getting shut down. I love it here!
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A Private User
This is such a legit place. Very chill during the day, great location. Legendary Austin venue.
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Lorena Lopez
Love it here! Such a great place to see bands/artists play. The booze is fairly cheap, too.
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A Private User
Townes Van Zandt used to play here. Its a Texas legend. Very intimate setting. so cool....
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Unni Krishnan
Best spot around campus for eclectic fare - music, talks, debates. Friendly staff
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Mike Aulov
lol, it was suppose to be a bar. It does have drinks but it closes very early.
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John Michael Strubhart
They used to have science lectures there. Good venue for that sort of thing.
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A Private User
Great music venue; watch out if any "big" groups play, seating gets tricky!
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Jared Rogers
Intimate music venue with bar, lots of history to this place, very Austin.
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A Private User
Awesome...Cant beat a cafe/bar on UT campus. Awesome music opportunity.
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Bart Lavis
Intimate place to see whatever you are seeing, small but cheap drinks!
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Alexander Hudson
Its a wonderful little bar/cafe, but the hours are very limited.
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Charles W Basden
Intimate setting. Friendly bar staff. Usual campus-like venue.
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A Private User
Great memories of college happy hours and great music.
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A Private User
Beer on campus? Heck yes. Crowded at times though...
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Paul DeMello
Fantastic music venue, especially with beer in hand
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A Private User
Austin Institution and perfect for intimate shows.
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A Private User
Love it!! Great part of UT History! Must visit!!!
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A Private User
Pretty cool spot! Need to come more often...
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Eve Richter
Terrific, intimate venue to see great music.
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A Private User
A fantastic place for music and good beer!
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Matthew Reischman
Great show in an intimate venue on campus.
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A Private User
Good place to stop by for a quick bite!
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A Private User
Used to be iconic, then UT sold it out
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A Private User
its really cool to sit in there
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Amanda Murphy
Coolest tiny venue ever.
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Lee Mcnair
Lovely place nice music
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A Private User
Classic & Historical
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Kevin Chung
Great music venue.
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Dan Ireland
Views and Brews
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tyler mitchell
Cool music
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