Donn's Depot

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1600 W 5th St
Austin, TX 78703
Since 1961 Donn Adelman has been a fixture on the Austin music scene. Donn plays piano and sings, often accompanied by a bass player and a drummer. He has played in various clubs around Austin as well as playing in Las Vegas, until permanently establishing Donn's Depot in 1972. He has a very large repertoire so ask him to play your favorite song. Chances are...he'll know it.

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4.5183 reviews
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O S.
3/21/2025

Classic joint. The atmosphere is amazing. The people are just friendly as could be. The music was excellent. Very skilled players and entertaining as well. If I lived close, I would definitely...

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Geoffrey P.
3/19/2025

Spring break HH...it's like I have the place to myself. I even snagged a parking spot out front! Donn's is the quintessential dive bar. Cheap beer and straight forward cocktails. Friendly...

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Holly O.
6/21/2025

What a wonderful Austin gem! This is a great spot to bring out of counters or just to go if you are feeling upbeat and ready for fun. The bartenders are super friendly and can make anything! This...

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Shaji L.
9/5/2025

This is a place that you go by yourself or with your close ones just to have a good time. The music is awesome and the ambience is super cozy.

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Steve W.
10/3/2024

We're closing in on 200 reviews and the sum of what many yelpers have already said is this place is an old Austin institution. It has its devoted older locals, drinks in plastic cups, popcorn,...

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