Honky tonks are bars that provide country music as entertainment. They often feature dance floors for country line dancing.
Rochester, NY
Abilene Bar & Lounge in Rochester, NY, is a friendly neighborhood bar and intimate venue known for regular live roots music and back deck with views of the downtown skyline. ...
Dallas, TX
Adair’s Saloon, established in 1963 in Dallas, TX, is the best hole-in-the-wall, burger, beer, and live music joint around. This Deep Ellum dive bar is where the best up-and-coming bands tool their craft seven nights a week. ...
Bandera, TX
Arkey Blue’s Silver Dollar is the oldest continuously operating honky tonk in Texas. ...
Corbin, KY
Austin City Saloon is your number one spot in Corbin, KY, for great music, great food, and great times. Austin City Saloon Corbin features live and local bands weekly with national touring acts sprinkled in. ...
Lexington, KY
Austin City Saloon Lexington is Central Kentucky’s home for live, local country music since 1981. Some of the biggest names in the Country music industry have graced the stage at Austin City. Austin City Saloon is one hot spot you don’t want to miss. ...
Fort Worth, TX
Billy Bob’s Texas in Fort Worth is the “World’s Largest Honky Tonk” featuring fun for the whole family. The nightly entertainment and unique western decor keep folks coming back for more. This unique entertainment facility presents top name entertainers every Friday and Saturday night, along with regional house bands playing throughout the week. Billy Bob’s features live professional bull riding on Friday and Saturday nights plus a casino arcade, pool tables, high tech video games, and complete catering services. ...
Lafayette, LA
The Blue Moon Saloon opened in 2001 and has since become one of America’s premier venues for roots music from around the world. This world famous honky tonk is a home-grown place where all kinds and sizes are welcome. The Blue Moon is located in downtown Lafayette, LA, the heart of Cajun Country. ...
Nashville, TN
As Nashville’s only moonshine bar, Bootleggers Inn has taken the history of Prohibition, combined it with great music, and landed right in the heart of downtown Nashville. ...
Austin, TX
Broken Spoke is the last of the True Texas Dancehalls. Established in 1964 and located in Austin, TX, the bar is know for great live music, cold beer and good food. ...
Tulsa, OK
Built in 1924, the historic Cain’s Ballroom is a live music and performance venue in Tulsa’s Arts District. The highlight of the ballroom is a huge spring loaded maple dance floor. There is a full bar at the back of the room while the upstairs Mezzanine offers a private bar and bathroom as well as limited seating. ...
Prattville, AL
Carl’s Country is the last remaining honky tonk and the only real country music destination in Central Alabama. Live country music with local and national touring artists, plus karaoke and DJs. Located in Prattville near Montgomery. ...
San Marcos, TX
Cheatham Street Warehouse, opened in 1974, is a honky tonk by the tracks in San Marcos, TX, featuring live country, soul, folk and blues bands, plus a recording studio. Cheatham Street Warehouse is known for its Wednesday night weekly Songwriters Circles. The venue is maintained by the nonprofit Cheatham Street Music Foundation which promotes the history of Texas music through songwriter workshops, lectures, classes, and other programs. ...
Coupland, TX
The Old Coupland Inn & Dancehall is a quaint B&B, country-style dance hall, and family-friendly BBQ restaurant. A Texas dancehall must have delicious Texas food because dancing takes a lot of energy. The Coupland Inn Restaurant is serving up great Texas barbeque and sides. After the restaurant closes, street tacos, queso, and other food specials are available from the bar at Coupland Dance Hall. ...
Long Beach, CA
Cowboy Country Saloon in Long Beach, CA, is a large honky tonk, dance hall and saloon complete with three dance floors on two levels, a large stage, pool table, a full kitchen and two full bars. Enjoy free dance lessons Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm and 8pm. The upstairs kitchen serves delicious appetizers and dinner options. ...
Fischer, TX
The oldest dive bar in Texas, Devil’s Backbone Tavern is a historic 1940’s dancehall and tavern in Fischer, TX, with a cash-only full bar and outdoor patio. ...
Tallahassee, FL
Duke’s & Dottie’s is Tallahassee’s only country western bar complete with live music, line dancing and a mechanical bull. Located at the Manor at Midtown Plaza, the upscale, themed bar is the perfect spot for Country music listening adults to gather and have a good time. ...
Indianapolis, IN
Duke’s Indy is a wood-paneled, neon-adorned honky-tonk venue, restaurant, and neighborhood pub near Indy’s Old Southside. Duke’s serves up live music, canned beers, booze, and nostalgic food; while celebrating the great traditions of country and bluegrass music. ...
Perdido Key, FL
Since 1964, The Flora-Bama Lounge, is the most famous beach bar in the country. Located on the state line between Orange Beach, AL, and Perdido Key, FL, this legendary venue is famous for its year-long live music on five different stages. Whether you want country, rock, ballads or beach music you can find it at the Flora-Bama. ...
Denver, CO
Since 1989, The Grizzly Rose has brought the best country music and more to Denver, CO, six nights a week. The Grizzly Rose features a private banquet facility, a general store, a pool room, a smoke shop, dueling mechanical bulls, bars in every corner, and a huge dance floor. ...
Catoosa, OK
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is home not only to Hard Rock Live Tulsa, but also several venues inside.Track 5. is a live music dance hall inspired by Oklahoma’s rich honky tonk roots. The venue is all things country, including Red Dirt and Texas Country. Track 5. is equipped with a 1,200 sq. ft. dance floor, VIP mezzanine, and national headliner stage.Riffs is open daily at 4:00 PM, enjoy live music on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Classic rock and ’80s rock acts light up the night four days a week.The Amp Bar is anchored by a gigantic, oversized amplifier housing the area’s best live DJs. ...
Nashville, TN
Honky Tonk Central is one of the largest Honky Tonks on lower Broadway in downtown Nashville. Featuring three full stories of Honky Tonk heaven, complete with live music, full menu, cold beverages and good times. ...
Silsbee, TX
Located in Silsbee, TX, Honky Tonk Texas is the only authentic Texas dance hall with the largest dance floor in Southeast Texas. Since 2008, Honky Tonk Texas has brought numerous national, regional and local performing artists to its stage. The Honky Tonk Grill serves a full menu and a full-service bar offers mixed drinks and most of the standard domestic and import beers. The venue also has a nice covered patio area for smokers. ...
Ladson, SC
Honkytonk Burger Co. is a burger joint with a good ole’ Country twist. Specializing in smashed burgers, ice cold beer, and Country music, Honkytonk Burger Company is located in Ladson, SC. ...
Burleson, TX
Hoots Bar Dance & Pool is the best honky tonk bar this side of Memphis, old fashioned bar, old fashioned hospitality, beer, pool, darts, and no politics. Cornhole Tournament Sundays and Mondays, pool tournaments Tuesday and Wednesdays, dart tournament every Tuesday, Karaoke on Thursday. Live music every Friday and Saturday. Huge outdoor patio. Huge dance floor. ...
Hillsborough, NC
Hot Tin Roof in Hillsborough, NC, is a sports bar meets honky tonk with big screen TVs, huge craft beer selection, large whiskey selection, and live music. ...
Kearney, NE
Joe’s Honky Tonk is a country western bar and live music venue in Kearney, NE. ...
Helotes, TX
Established in 1942, in Helotes, TX, John T. Floore’s Country Store is a unique dance hall and cafe. ...
Kansas City, MO
Knuckleheads KC in Kansas City, MO, boasts four different stages to allow flexibility and multiple performances.Knuckleheads’ Outdoor Stage and Courtyard Theater is an open-air patio with a three sided balcony used when the weather allows. The upper deck has clean sightlines to the stage and dance floor.The Saloon has a classic honky-tonk feel with a superior sound and light presentation.Carl Butler’s Gospel Lounge is Knuckleheads’ most intimate location with a corner stage and seating for up to 75.Across the street from The Saloon, Gospel Lounge and Outdoor Stage, The Garage has a very cool and funky vibe and can seat up to 600.Finally, The Fender Stage, located inside the Garage, features a wide variety of acts plus a free open jam every Saturday and Sunday afternoon. Live music every evening. ...
Nashville, TN
Layla’s features some of the best musicians on Nashville’s Honky Tonk Row. ...
Nashville, TN
Legends Corner is Nashville’s classic dive bar experience that provides great country music with a full-service bar located right on Broadway. ...
San Antonio, TX
Established in 2018, Lonesome Rose is a honky tonk and backyard on the St. Mary’s Strip in downtown San Antonio, TX. You’ll feel right at home under the deep red hues of the old-school Texas bar. Enjoy live music on the weekends with a combination of local bands and regional acts. Outside there is an enormous backyard featuring fire pits, plenty of seating, and the Slab Side food truck. ...
West Chester Township, OH
Located in the heart of Greater Cincinnati, Lori’s RoadHouse is a restaurant and honky tonk bar with a huge patio and dance floor for country line dancing. The venue features two stages showcasing live country music from local, regional, and national artists. ...
Irving, TX
Mama Tried Irving, a honky-tonk and sports tavern, opened October 2019 on Texas Lottery Plaza at the Toyota Music Factory. Mama a wrap-around bar, a spacious patio, and 24 flatscreens for sports. The music venue features live country music, from bluegrass to classic country hits, to outlaw. ...
Santa Ynez, CA
Maverick Saloon is the longest running honky tonk on the West Coast. Kick up your boots and enjoy a beer or a beverage and an amazing meal. Located in Santa Ynez, CA, the Maverick Saloon is a perfect all-ages venue for rustic, country-themed events. ...
Jackson, WY
Wyoming’s landmark watering hole and iconic honky-tonk, The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar is located on the town square in downtown Jackson, WY. Built in 1937, the bar features Western decor, bar stools with saddles, and live music seven nights a week. ...
Nashville, TN
Miranda Lambert’s Casa Rosa is a Tex-Mex bar and restaurant on Broadway in downtown Nashville, TN. Miranda Casa Rosa has four levels of great entertainment, two stages of live music, and five bars. ...
Bakersfield, CA
The historic Old River Monte Carlo is the oldest running bar in Bakersfield, CA. Open seven days a week, the Monte Carlo Saloon serves great drinks, delicious food, and a very good time with karaoke, line dancing, and live entertainment on the weekends. ...
Nashville, TN
Music Valley’s home of traditional country music and fried bologna sandwiches, the Nashville Palace first opened its doors in 1977. ...
Houston, TX
Neon Boots Dancehall & Saloon is an award-winning Country and Western bar and nightclub in Houston, TX. The entertainment space has a two tier stage, a spacious dance floor with ten bar stations, the Historic Esquire Room and a large outdoor patio space. Neon Boots has a diverse atmosphere and everyone from all walks of life are welcome. ...
Nashville, TN
Located on Broadway in the heart of downtown Nashville, TN, Nudie’s Honky Tonk resides in a historic, three story building with multiple bars, three stages, and a stunning rooftop deck with the most amazing view. With a show on every floor, you can take your pick of entertainment: karaoke, live bands, DJs and more. Enjoy cold drinks, hot food, and the best live music on Broadway at this long-running, multi-level hangout. ...
Gatlinburg, TN
Ole Red Gatlinburg is a restaurant, live music venue, and retail space in Gatlinburg, TN. Ole Red has a little something for everyone in the heart of the Smokies. Discover authentic Southern cuisine, signature craft cocktails, and the best live country bands this side of Nashville at the Gatlinburg honky-tonk inspired by Blake Shelton himself. ...
Nashville, TN
Inspired by Blake Shelton’s breakout hit, Ole Red is always itchin’ to have a little fun with food, drink, and music that raises the bar on Broadway. In the heart of Nashville’s entertainment district, this multi-level entertainment venue features a two-story bar and restaurant, retail area, performance space, and dance floor. On the roof, find an indoor-outdoor bar and restaurant with incredible views of Lower Broadway and Music City. ...
Sallisaw, OK
Miles Williams’ Outhouse Saloon is a music venue and watering hole in Sallisaw, OK. ...
Pioneertown, CA
Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Palace is a honky-tonk, barbecue restaurant and music venue near Joshua Tree National Park in Pioneertown, CA. ...
Spicewood, TX
Poodie’s Roadhouse is an authentic Texas honky-tonk with live music, dancing, good food, cold beer and sensational sunsets. ...
Potosi, TX
Potosi Live is a family-friendly venue on 16 acres featuring two restaurants and an event center with state-of-the-art sound and lights plus multiple video walls, a huge stage and plenty of room to dance. The is a large bar downstairs and an additional bar on the upper mezzanine level with a combined seating for over 400. Boiling Tails Co and JoJo’s BBQ provide seafood, burgers and bbq for lunch and dinner. There is also a 60 capacity room for private events and an arena out back that attracts over 3000 for a summer concert series and other outdoor events. ...
Sachse, TX
The Ranch House is one of the last honky-tonks in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. ...
Nashville, TN
Rippy’s Honky Tonk has become one of the South’s premier destinations for barbecue and live music. With two levels, three stages, and private dining spaces, Rippy’s can handle large groups or cater your next event. From the main room to the side room and the upper floor, there’s live music, good food, cold beer and good times everywhere. Located on the corner of 5th and Broadway in Nashville, TN. ...
Nashville, TN
Robert’s Western World is known as Nashville’s home of traditional country music. The bar features live music seven days a week, a wide range of beer and beverages, and great food from the grill. Robert’s Western World is located on Lower Broadway in the famous historic district of downtown Nashville, TN. ...
Austin, TX
Rock House Bar and Trailer Park is a community gathering place for the Four Points area located on over an acre of beautifully landscaped mature oaks in Austin, TX. A laid-back, porch sitting, backyard game playing, music listening, adult beverage sipping, honky tonking, flat-out fun place to hang out, Rock House Bar also provides great eats from four or five of the best food trailers and restaurants in Austin. ...
Urbana, IL
Open since 1946, The Rose Bowl Tavern is a honky-tonk, dive-bar, and music venue in downtown Urbana, IL, featuring a range of events including DJ dance parties, jazz jams, poetry, trivia and more. ...
Austin, TX
Sagebrush in Austin, TX, is a honky tonk with multiple stages, indoor and outdoor. Sagebrush has the most authentic Austin experience with the best live music, drinks, and eats around. Enjoy two-step dancing on the oldest oak dance floor in town with a huge local draft beer selection and cocktails served up with local fare. Sagebrush sits on an acre of land with a beautiful backyard hosting vendor markets and vintage western wear. ...
Houston, TX
Shady Acres Saloon is a family, dog, and country fan friendly saloon smack dab in the middle of Houston, TX. Relax in the saloon or kick back on the 1/2 acre patio under the beautiful pecan trees. Watch some of your favorite local country acts on the Pearl Porch Stage while eating the best BBQ in Texas. ...
Terrell, TX
Silver Saloon is a country western nightclub, concert venue and dance hall with four full bars located in Terrell, TX. ...
New York, NY
Skinny Dennis is New York City’s premier honky tonk bar located in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Since 2013, Skinny Dennis has been home to the some of the best live country and roots music in New York City. ...
San Antonio, TX
Stetson Dance Hall in a nightclub located in the Silverado shopping center in Helotes, outside San Antonio, TX. The venue features live music and DJs Wednesday through Sunday, a great dance floor, a huge patio, and large bar. Listen and dance to some of Country’s up-and-coming artists, established artists, and Texas Country legends. ...
Laporte, CO
The Swing Station is a local watering hole and live music venue in Laporte, CO. There are two stages: indoor and outdoor. Enjoy Happy Hour Monday through Friday, open mic every Wednesday night, a large patio, darts, pool, cornhole and more. ...
Chico, CA
Tackle Box Bar & Grill in Chico, CA, has live music every weekend and serves a variety of exotic game including alligator. Often referred to as “Chico’s only real honky-tonk,” The Tackle Box hosts live music by national, regional, and local live bands. Swing dance lessons are offered on Wednesdays. ...
Asheville, NC
The Double Crown is a dive bar with live music and DJs in West Asheville, NC. The bar is known for great vibes, great bourbon, and great music. ...
Portland, OR
The performance space at The Fixin’ To is the only dedicated live music venue and Southern-style honky tonk in Portland’s St. Johns neighborhood. The Fixin’ To is a killer mom-and-pop venue hosting local and touring bands as well as comedy shows, burlesque performances, craft markets, and the occasional wedding. The Fixin’ To serves down-home food and also has weekly karaoke on Sunday plus pinball. ...
St. Louis, MO
The Honky Tonk STL is St. Louis’ only Nashville-style honky tonk featuring live country music from the best local and regional country musicians. ...
Austin, TX
Located in the Allandale neighborhood of Austin, TX, The Little Longhorn Saloon is the center of city’s honky tonk Country music scene, known for its great live music and world famous Chicken Shit Bingo. There is always great music and never a cover at this dive bar. Some of the best acts around town perform at the saloon: from Country, to folk, rockabilly and good ole rock n roll and blues. ...
Waco, TX
Established in 1972, The Melody Ranch Waco is a true Texas honky tonk. Enjoy live music and dance the night away every weekend on the biggest dance floor in Central Texas. Melody Ranch has three convenient bars, your favorite drink or longneck is always readily available. There is also the Dancehall Diner, a full service kitchen open all night long. ...
Raleigh, NC
The Night Rider is a neighborhood country dive bar located just under The Wicked Witch in Raleigh, NC. ...
Parshall, CO
The Parshall Inn is an authentic roadside diner in Grand County, CO, and a great place to stop for a beer and good food after a day of fishing, hunting, or skiing. ...
San Francisco, CA
The Riptide is the Bay Area’s best little honky-tonk by the beach. Located in the Sunset District of San Francisco it was built in 1941 and has the look and feel of a small town lodge. In addition to rustic brick flooring and high ceilings, the original knotty pine walls and raging fireplace add warmth you can feel as soon as you step inside. Enjoy some of the best touring and local music acts including bluegrass, jazz, blues, solo acoustic, classical, and country. Smokers, check out the outdoor smoking lounge with an ocean view. ...
Stanhope, NJ
The Stanhope House in Stanhope, NJ, is one of the most prestigious and historically significant clubs in the country. The Stanhope House maintains two completely separate performance venues. The large, primary performance space is designated the Roadhouse Stage and the smaller, more intimate room is called the Crossfire Lounge. The building capacity is approximately 550 including the outdoor beer garden. ...
Terrell, TX
The Swingin Doors Saloon is a bar in Terrell, TX, with pool and live music. ...
College Station, TX
The Tap is a bar and grill and staple of the College Station experience providing food, drinks, and weekly entertainment. Experience live music with some of the biggest and best acts in the country and beyond. Enjoy karaoke on Mondays and the World Famous Piano Bar on Wednesdays. ...
Navasota, TX
The Western Steakhouse & Dancehall in Navasota, TX, is a restaurant and honky-tonk offering country music and drinks in a casual space with a horseshoe-shaped bar, huge dance floor, and RV park out back. ...
Austin, TX
The White Horse Honky Tonk is a two-stepping, whiskey slinging, honky tonk in Austin, TX. The White Horse features a full-service bar, outdoor patio and smoking area, live music seven days a week, two pool tables, Bomb Tacos taco trailer, a giant dance floor, a pretty little photo booth, shoe shine station, and whiskey on tap ...
Medina, OH
Thirsty Cowboy in Medina is Northeast Ohio’s largest country music venue bringing the best in local, national, new and throwback country entertainment. Locally owned and operated since 2011, Thirsty Cowboy offers line dance lessons, a huge dance floor, great night life, a fantastic Happy Hour Pub, and a themed pop up bar. ...
Penngrove, CA
Continuously operating since 1926, Twin Oaks Roadhouse is one of the original, classic rancher bars located on the Old Redwood Highway. There is a bar, a fireplace, a kitchen, a backyard and a dance floor. With an indoor stage called the “Grand Ballroom” and seasonal outdoor stage the called “Backyard,” Twin Oaks presents top shelf talent to a top shelf market. ...
Mobile, AL
Veet’s Bar has live music in a historic building, plus pizza, burgers and other bar grub. ...
Nashville, TN
Whiskey Bent Saloon is one of the traditional honky tonks in the heart of Broadway and one of Nashville’s best entertainment venues. The first floor features a large bar, a small bar, a private stage, separate restrooms, a VIP loft, ample seating and much more. The Frontier room, located on the second floor, features a large stage, a full bar, restrooms, and can accommodate up to 150 guests. ...
Nashville, TN
Whiskey River Saloon is a Nashville honky tonk bar unlike any other featuring an elevated whiskey bar, mechanical bull, daily live music, VIP table service, and a rooftop restaurant with the best view of Broadway. ...
Fort Worth, TX
The White Elephant Saloon is centrally located on Exchange Ave in the historic Fort Worth Stockyards, offering cold beer, cocktails, and live Texas music seven nights a week. ...
Cedar Park, TX
Wild West Cedar Park is a premier, all-country nightclub featuring live music and events. This high class honky tonk features multiple bars, a huge dance floor, drink specials, and an outdoor patio for cooling off. ...
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