The Mercury @ Jazz (214 E. Sixth St.) One of the most vital music venues in town, this second-story space hosts hip-hop and hip indie-rock acts in a clean, cozy location. 18 and up.
Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar & Restaurant (219) Nearing half-decade mark, this garage-y hangout has been a steady gig for Austin acts such as Reckless Kelly, George DeVore and Steamroller. It recently began hosting road shows, including Cowboy Mouth and Roomful of Blues. 18 and up.
Babe's Bar & Grill (208) Not the original music haven it used to be, this long-lived spot still hosts up-and-coming blues and hard-rock acts, but that's mostly a side show to its more lucrative burgers. 18 and up.
(Kenny Luna's) Ivory Cat Tavern (300-B) Popular sing-along bar owned by a piano man. 21 and up.
Black Cat Lounge (309) As ramshackle as ever, the Black Cat is getting back on track as an important music venue with weekly residencies by must-see rootsy rock acts Conrads (Wed.), Stingers (Thurs.) and Flametrick Subs (Sat.). All ages.
311 Club (311) Dark, sit-down, blue-collar venue has long hosted blues bands not part of the Antone's in-circle. 21 and up.
Joe's Generic Bar (315) Dark, sit-down, blue-collar venue has long hosted blues bands not part of the Antone's in-circle. 21 and up.
The Ritz Lounge (320) Upstairs and upscale from the pool-hall, this swanky lounge offers unique theater seating and enough room to dance to hipster jazz, Latin and swing bands. 21 and up.
The Drink (325) Formerly part of Maggie Mae's empire (the corner spot, where bands play in the window), this new club hasn't changed much from the old cover-band, beer-specials vibe. 18 and up.
Pete's Peanut Bar and Piano Emporium (421) The fun-fueled sing-alongs can be quite rowdy. 21 and up.
The Metro (505) Say what you will about this rock and metal haven's business affairs (it suffered the disappearance of co-owner Paresh Patel, has been boycotted by some Steamboat sympathizers and had a recent run-in with the fire marshal's office), but without the Metro, Sixth Street would not see such Austin rock staples as Pushmonkey, Soulhat and Podunk. 18 and up.
Flamingo Cantina (515) Decade-old club with colorful, open-air feel hosts marquee reggae acts, including Culture. It has been a breeding ground for a wild array of local punk and none-of-the-above bands such as Sinis, Brown, Whörenet and Lower Class Brats. All ages.
Emo's (613 Red River St.) One of only two punk-rock bars that Johnny Cash has ever played, this quintessential Austin music venue has thrived under new ownership, bringing in more touring acts while effectively using both its stages on weekends for nonstop music. Recent renovations will guarantee bigger, better gigs. 18 and up.
The Limelight (222) Housed in the three-story location formerly home to Curfew and Mirage (Nine Inch Nails played its first Austin gig here in 1990), it's large, open late and well-equipped. 18 and up.
The Roxy (302) Plays current dance-floor and R&B hits. 18 and up.
Bob Popular (402) A popular hangout where the college students bob to retro-'80s music and current hits. 18 and up.
Empire (418) Dark, goth club with hard-edged dance music. 18 and up.
Chrome/Platinum X (419)An upstairs/downstairs pair owned by the Yassine brothers (who also claim Treasure Island), known for hosting 101-X's on-air techno show. 18 and up.
The Loft (422) Also a two-story spot. Downstairs is a drinking hole; upstairs houses a meat-and-greet dance floor. 21 and up.
Spiro's (611 Red River St.) An upscale nightspot that shares owners with Joy gentlemen's club, it offers a velvety decor and mainstream, everybody-dance-now music. 21 and up.
Texture (515 Neches St.) This roomy and tastefully flashy dance club has only been open a few weeks, but has already brought in reputable DJs such as Dave Barker, Coy West and Merrick Brown, with more on the way. It could be Sixth's first true techno spot and, cross your fingers old Velvet patrons, should operate on a regular schedule. 18 and up.
Buffalo Billiards (201) Giant gaming palace offers a trendier, cleaner, more elaborate answer to pool halls without veering into Dave & Buster's territory.
Soho Lounge (217) An upscale martini bar with West End/Warehouse District vibe.
Shakespeare's Pub (314) Jolly ol' English pub has never been trendy, which is why it's a popular, cozy hangout.
Blind Pig Pub (317) A bar. What more do you want?
The Ritz Pool Hall (320) A fixture on Sixth for almost three decades, this former movie theater is a popular game room and billiards parlor with punk and rock music and few frills getting in its way.
Maggie Mae's (321, 323) Two-thirds of its former mammoth self, this long-popular beer-and- margarita bar still has its unbeatable third-story deck.
Melagio (400) A high-end, candlelit meeting ground that's among the holdings of missing club owner Paresh Patel.
The Aquarium (403) San Antonio-reared bar that turned down Steamboat's music but spruced-up its interior. Drinkers now view live fish instead of live bands.
Daiquiri Factory (408) Frozen-drink haven popular with tourists.
Gatsby's (409) The sit-down, high-end bar is closed for renovations.
Treasure Island Pirate Bar (413) Pirate-y shot-bar is also closed for a new look. Aaaargh!
Agave (415) Trendy new tequila bar with cool-blue decor.
Cheers Shot Bar (416) Small, longevous bar that thrives on drink specials.
Touché (417) Old standby with sports-bar look and friendly vibe.
The Longhorn Lodge Bar & Grill (501) Just closed.
Fat Tuesday (503) Mardi Gras-themed patio hangout, part of a chain that features multi-colored frozen drinks and occasional unplugged music.
Casino El Camino (517) Punk bar without the punk bands; famed juke box.
Cheetah Lounge (600) Corner spot by Emo's with many past tenants (most recently Park Ave.) has added spots to the decor.
South Beach (612) Spring break year-around. Yay.
The Living Room (512 Trinity) Dark, sexy, plush, private.
Love Joy's (604 Neches St.) A haven for music scenesters and tattooed hipsters who want beer and conversation.
Plush (617 Red River St.) Posh, trendy bar is in the ex-home of punk/transvestite dive Blue Flamingo.
Logan's (200) Irish-themed bar with brewpub fare.
B.D. Riley's Pub & Restaurant (204) The sudden glut of Irish bars is about as welcome as Britain's conquest of the Emerald Isle, but this one does right by balancing trendy, upscale decor with classic pub character and a creative menu that doesn't seem like an afterthought.
Marisco Grill (211) Mexican seafood and breakfast place is a low-cost alternative to the downtown area's upscale prices.
Earl Campbell's On 6th Street (212) The UT alum of football and sausage fame hoping to score again with full Texas barbecue menu.
Jazz: Louisiana Kitchen (214) It moved a couple doors down to a bigger space, but the heart and soul of this lively eatery hasn't left New Orleans' French Quarter. Serves reputable jazz and blues acts on the side.
Pho Cong Ly (215) Vietnamese restaurant popular with lunch crowds and night-lifers looking for food on the cheap and quick.
BW-3 (218) Appetizer-heavy menu supports large bar business.
Dan McKlusky's Restaurant (301) Once the downtown area's only steak joint; still has a classy, classic appeal and cheaper menu than new competitors.
The Paradise Cafe (401) Reasonably priced menu comparable to Magnolia or Kerby Lane fare.
Old Pecan Street Cafe (310) Classy, upscale eatery with historic vibe and continental menu.
Roppolo's Pizzeria (316) Slices are a hit with late-night crowd.
Hoek's Pizza (318) Roppolo's main competitor.
Gryo Palace (511) Quick, cheap.
Casa Del Taco (616) Cheap, quick.
Kaya Blue (621) New upscale eatery with trendy menu is seen by many as a sign of Sixth street's future.
The Boiling Pot (700) Crab shack that serves seafood on butcher paper.
Empanada Parlour (709) Once just a small lunch spot, it has brought a world of flavors and sounds to its new location, which boasts the one patio area along Waller Creek with an air of pleasantness, not pollutants. The eclectic menu, with a variety of ethnic and vegetarian dishes, is complemented by a grab-bag of jazz, folk and world-beat shows. Weekly staples include the Sunday gospel brunches with the all-star Imperial Golden Crown Harmonizers and the Monday night gigs by ex-Barkers singer Alice Spencer.
Copper Tank Brewing Co. (504 Trinity St.) Award-winning beers and a brew-pub menu, popular with collegiate crowd.
Chez Nous (510 Neches St.) Famously cozy, high-end French restaurant lives on after the death of its cofounder.
Iron Cactus (606 Trinity St.) Three-tired mecca for Southwest food, margaritas and Austin party bands.
Velveeta Room (521) Small bar owned by the Esther's Follies proprietors hosts local and up-and-coming standup comics.
Esther's Follies (525) Home of the comedy troupe that stays fresh with ever-topical skits (like current zingers on George W.)
24 Hour Shop (213) Convenience store.
Capital City Tattoo (300-A)
Scruffy's Hour Food Mart (307) Convenience store.
Midnight Cowboy Oriental Massage (313)
Joe's Fun Shop (313 ½) Novelties.
Aaron's On 6th (423) Pipes, T-shirts.
River City Tattoo (500-B)
Primal State (503) Tattoos.
Babalu Cigar Co. (509)
Forbidden Fruit (513) Tattoos and piercing.
Tattoos from the Soul (516)
Hollywood Rock N Roll Sports (519) Pipes, T-shirts.
The 6th St. Hostel (604)
Tears of Joy Hot Sauce and O'Shucks Tamales (618)
Mardi Gras (709) Paraphernalia shop (temporary).
Forbidden Fruit (512 Neches St.) Erotic gift shop.
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