The Broken Spoke
8.8Locals Score / 10#1 of 9 Bars & Nightlife in Austin
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Known forTexas institutiondance halliconic Austinfamily-owned
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The Broken Spoke is Austin's most iconic honky-tonk, open since 1964 and still run by the James White family — a genuine Texas dance hall with live country music, two-stepping, and cold Lone Star. Order the chicken-fried steak in the restaurant side before hitting the dance floor. It's touristy by reputation but the regulars and the atmosphere are completely authentic. Go on a weeknight if you want elbow room to actually dance.
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| Last verified | July 16, 2026 |
Locals Score
8.8/10- Value8.0
- Iconic10.0
- Excellence8.0
- Crowd level8.5
- Authenticity9.5
- Accessibility7.5
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