Reviews of Elysium (Night Club)

Blair VVitch

Had sm fun here at the Sidewalks and Skeletons & Brothel show

Lauren P

Hands down best alternative dance night in Austin. Very friendly staff—once, a girlfriend and I were the last to leave the club late at night, and the owner waited to make sure we got to our car safely, after giving us free bottles of water to take for the ride. Love this place!!

Mike Anthony

Favorite bar in Austin!

Logan Smith

The first time I went to meet someone here. I instantly fell in love. It is cool going down underground to this jazz club. I am not really a full time jazz fan, but I sure do love listening to it live here. The staff is great, which is a plus! Whenever I have friends come into town, I make sure we make a stop at the Elysium!

Tyler Stein

Good sound, but it was hot as hell the night I was here. Also the men's bathroom... Pretty terrible.

Rowan Badger

We attended a benefit here, and it was great!

Seth List

I enjoyed this place a lot more about 10 years ago. These days, I'm happier with something a little more lively and a little less creepy.

Teagan S

This bar employs merchants and allows them to physically assault you if they wish because they personally know the merchant. Worst bar in Texas. I've definitely told everyone to avoid this bar and I'm going to do so more from now on.

Dawn Cousino

Always feel at home

Jeremy M

Terrible place to see live music for Sx

Robyn Smith

Always a good time!

Jeremy Aguirre

Witnessed the vampire ball to rock 'em all. Great bar tender Vincent has a quick but kind way of handling each bar guest.

LÜPTOWN

Great sound and excellent DJ playing 80s music Sunday nights while everyone from Goths to metal heads danced even up on the large stage. The volume was just right to enjoy and hold a conversation without having to yell. Friendly bar tenders offered a wide variety of beers and cocktails at reasonable prices and the patio was perfect for taking a break from the dance floor.

Deborah Coley

Last night was my first visit to Elysium; and it was great. The service is outstanding and the drink selection is good. My only complaint is that there is a multitudinous amount of stairs that one has to deal with to get around the place; and it can be hazardous if one is too tipsy! Take a friend!

k marie

First show ever. It was odd, but dont regret it. The staff is kind, the venue is comfy, and the vibes are welcoming

Ruben Miller

A little run down almost too shabby, but a fun night to be had here.

Cassandra Carico

Great place to dance or enjoy live music. Excellent, friendly staff. Love this place!

knovaj rogers

One of the longest standing consistent venues in the city. You need to stop by at least once

Mari Jo Rios

Best club in Austin. Sunday night's are 80s and a diversity of people go. So much fun.

Twztd Sprklz

Very fun show.

Jualdo Vielma

Great spot for 80s dancing, music shows, burlesque, and drag performances.

Tom Doby

Wish i could give it 0. They wouldn't even let me in. Maybe only locals? Middle aged well-dressed dude with money to burn can't get in on 80's night?

STEVE ALLEN

Bar is practically falling down. Needs major renovations.

George Edward Purdy

This isn't just a dance hall. This is a place where the long time veterans of the Austin club scene find their home. The owners are great people, and surround themselves with good friends. This is the home of several different subcultures that all coexist in relative harmony. This isn't debauchery. It's family.

Charles Tallent

Fun bar with a variety of scenes (dance floor, billards, lounge, patio) all in one place. A great all around drinking spot - one of the best on Red River.

Krysi bear

Always empty. But the music is great and the drinks are also good.

Ana Aguilera

First time here. I went the the Gothic Prom on June 2nd. It was great!! Our bartender was amazing and took very good care of my gfs and I. They had amazing pole dancers and MOST of them were very nice too. Great place

Huffman Robert

Great relaxed atmosphere. This place has been a recurring venue for nightlife since early 90's and still delivers!

Mike Wells

Amazing staff and place!

Michael David

Its not that exciting on the inside, mainly cause its just black nor lit properly, that fall you take going to the dance floor! The bar itself doesnt have drink prices listed so dont try to talk to the older crusty bartender, hell talk to confuse you about which drink costs what. Long Island Ice Teas are not 3.50 here! Its just a bar like any dive bar in town, but with a fancy name.

Cameron Snow

Fun club, they have 80's night on sundays which is fun and definitely a great time! Has a dark, goth feel, perfect for their 80's night! Also a nice, different vibe from the typical 6th street bars. Attracts a fun crowd and has a good layout for socializing and checking out the dance floor. They also have a stage which can be danced on if you wanna show off your skills for everyone to see!

joey benoit

Always a good time. Friendly staff. Owner is very nice

William Minley

Elysium is like Rudolph's Misfit Island sometimes, but in a jovial, maniacal level. Friendly, dark, nostalgic, and cozy couches!

Robert Wnorowski

Great eclectic vibe. Cheap drinks. Great for pool playing.

Ritch N.

Always a dark home away from home.

Leo Perez

Got to see my favorite band my life with a trill kill kult

Monkeey Ayanami

Great spot to get your 80s on. They have some great shows from some far out bands and groups. They have a great list of theme nights. Awesome place on a dying street. Enjoy while you still can.

Michael Miller

Sk8nigs KILLED it

M.k A.

No water provided for performing artists. couldnt bring our own in. Security told us if we want water we have to buy from the bar.

Ada Aguilar

Amazing all around.

Elaine Dawson

Cute, cash only cover, kind of small. Would go back again but not a first choice

Jamie Bancroft

Welcome to the real Underground. I love that this nightclub has so many eclectic theme nights from crazy drag shows to hardcore industrial. There is a scene for everyone. Let loose and have the time of your life. Talk to strangers, they are all very friendly even though they may be wearing black. You won't find a friendly crowd or bar staff!

John King

OK place, but two of my best friends met here. That assures at least 4 stars.

Lindsey Stockburger

Every Sunday, y'all should definitely check out Eighties night here!! It's great! Start your night out at Side Bar and have some good, strong, cheap drinks. It's next door around the corner, east seventh. Then head over to eighties night at Elysium...if you want in free, see if you can find the secret password! It's always good fun!

Alex Mathias

Next time honor what you advertise online.

sarah grant

My favorite hang out in Austin. Welcoming to everyone and the staff is wonderful from the front door people, the bartenders, and the owner, John. They all value their patrons and treat you like family. Music is fantastic and the DJs are approachable and open to requests. You have the popular 80s night every Sunday, but they also hosts tons of concerts, carnivals, etc. So come out, be awesome, and have fun!

Lorena Lopez

I like this place when they do Industrial/Gothic nights. The DJs always spin the greatest music. The drinks are okay and pretty cheap. It is dark and dingy, but hey, they have pinball machines!

Evan Alter

You don't come here for the space you come here for the events. I wouldn't just hang out here on a random night with friends.

TheIlcoy

Very cool place

Zach Riggle

Goth / Grunge / Industrial bar does well with its theme, but it always seems pretty empty.

Rose Van Riper

Great bartenders, music and staff. I love this place.

Chad LaCombe

Great place it’s shows it’s classic dark venue Unplanned show for us on this trip to ATX. Awesome

Paty Collier

Good music, need to fix outdoor floor, and more maintaince at the dance floor, excellent music, cheap drinks

Brian Meyers

Elysium has been around for a while and for good reason. Ive seen multiple industrial bands here and the tickets are usually a decent price. There is a large full bar with seating all around. There is plenty of space on the floor in front if the stage. There is a patio out front with plenty of seating.

Brandon Wolf

Our go-to spot for 80s night dancing on Sundays. Great atmosphere, crowds, drinks and music.

Silvio Lombardi

Great place. Lots of space. Giant dance hall. Comfortable seats. It's kind of a Goth club (usually). Make sure to dress up in all black. If you enjoy listening to Depeche Mode while contemplating the existential nightmare of your own exiatence, you'll feel right at home.

Nicolas Lacombe

80s music all night. good place to dance

Dr. G00gle

Great venue for the Austin alt/goth scene.

Ynobe Johnson

Omg love love love the Owner Dan n his Wife Sarah R amazing people n Jessica me n Smiley will always love u guys

Jason Bowman

Very awsome place seen the vampire circuse there.

Rochelle L. Johnson

Attended Austin International Drag Festival and performed at Elysium. The staff were beyond helpful and friendly. And the owner... respectful gentleman I had the pleasure of meeting. THANK YOU!!! Rasta Boi Punany

Cammy Jenkins

The weirder you are, the better you'll fit - but anyone is welcome. Bartenders are laid back and there's always something interesting to see.

Nathaniel Winkler

Its a decent bar, just watch your step.

Meghan Klein

Bartenders are amazing, fast service, good drinks, amazing music.

Andrew Loong

I usually go out on Thursday nights to Nocturnity. I love the different themes they have. My favorite nights however are Sundays for Retro 80s. Great atmosphere, drink prices are fair and tasty, and the owner John is awesome. Met him the first night and almost every night there after.

Shay Tressa DeSimone

If your tastes tend toward goth and alternative, Elysium is home. The DJs here spin the best tunes in Austin (I'm biased, of course), and the club hosts some great live acts (The Cruxshadows and Peter Murphy both put on stellar shows here). Definitely worth checking out if you're into the "underground" scene.

Joshua Albert

Great place. Lots of space. Giant dance hall. Comfortable seats. It's kind of a Goth club (usually). Make sure to dress up in all black. If you enjoy listening to Depeche Mode while contemplating the existential nightmare of your own exiatence, you'll feel right at home.

Michelle O'Connor

Solid goth bar and music venue. I went here about 15 years ago and not much has changed.

Rudy Heredia

OUTSTANDING night out! Regression Sundays never disappoints at Elysium! The music transports you back to a time of adventure and fun, consuming you with familiar rhythms and lyrics that leave you anxiously awaiting the next track! The staff spoil you with personalized service! The videos and lasers fuel the dance floor with an amazing energy that just keeps you dancing the whole night. It's an escape to totally bitchin retro party experience! Don't miss it!

Jimi Scott

It has potentional, just seems to be maybe managed and ran by people that maybe dont know or dont have the right drive to run it proper. I'd go back again, just is not on the top of my list of places to hang at.

cooper alan

Pretty dope place to hang out. Wait for events if you're into the scene.

J Catherine Thompson

The place is great for dancing and hob-nobbing... if you can see in the dark. Seriously, I can't see a thing in here. The bartenders make excellent drinks. The ladies' bathroom doors lack locks. Watch out for those stairs!

Shadow Sojourn

Fun atmosphere and a dark setting. Great bar with a knowledgeable bartender. Plus karaoke!!

Karina Garcia

Great 90s throw back music, it was a slow night.... but still enjoyable. The drinks where strong and the staff was nice.

Jillian Newman

Great place to go if you like to dance (really, maybe the only place of its kind in Austin). Flashy lights, sunken dance floor and a largish patio in the back. They host different themed events weekly, like 80's night.

Taylor Imes

Really cool retro 80/90s bar. Cool vibe and awesome shows! The drinks are ok, but average for a downtown music club. Lines at the bar aren't too bad but you will have a wait usually. They bring in some really awesome bands from my high school days. It was a fun night!

Jessica Rabbet

Seriously? You've never been to Elysium? Just go. Plenty of great shows!

David Patch

Its a nice club good people good bands they could change a couple things but other wise i like it here

Adri

I absolutely love this place! Great bands and events with an amazing staff. One of my favorite places in Austin for sure. Highly recommend.

Avery Flores

Great music, fun bands, fun special events. It's been here for a long time but if ur visiting and like goth, industrial, and 80's that they play on Sundays it is wonderful... Takes you back when music was great... For people visiting Austin, it is a wonderful gem!!!. Great, fast bartender service... Enjoy!!!!

Steven Canham

Elysium always has very unique nights and great staff. They will take care of you more if you show great appreciation for tips especially since they are all trying to make a living as well. The music has the best of Industrial, metal, retro, electronic, experimental, pop, and ect. The best atmosphere that you're ever going to get in Austin by far.

Michael Helton

Pretty chill bar/club Not at all crazy like some clubs/bars in downtown Austin

rachael oneil

Love John. Hate being followed to the bathroom like a junkie. I often conduct music business in the loo . Small , safe and great acoustic s. Too busy for artificial joy.. but I appreciate you care...

Sam Norton

Fantastic place to liberate yourself through the majesty of dance-80's night on Sunday is my favorite

Chadwick White

Great place that does a variety of shoes, from Industrial to Punk to Burlesque. Always a good time.

Shelby Heesacker

I've been going to 80s night on Sunday for years. Always a fun place to dance. If you come any other day of the week it's a great"alternative" dance club.

Burton Turner

Best night place anywhere!

Chris Kanemeier

Not for everyone, obviously, but if it's your type of place you'll definitely have a good time here. The bar staff is always friendly and the drinks are top notch compared to other places nearby. There are always different and interesting events happening here throughout the week, definitely worth popping in if you haven't.

S

Loved the Vampire Carnival: Circus of Fear! Cannot wait to go to more events.

Robin Strickland

Austin's oldest and pretty much only refuge for, alternative, gothic and industrial music. Very fun. Cheap drinks. Try Sunday nights (their 80's night)

Katherine Simon

The best club in Austin. You feel like family when you are there...if you want to live life like an OG local Austinitie, this is the place. Sunday nights are especially awesome for their 80s. If you want to dance or just chill on the patio, it's all a fun and laid back time! I swear if this place ever shuts down, I will probably retire my red river dancing shoes!

Arakai Denson

Best 80's night in town!

Zach Adams

A dump but a clean, fun dump

Joanie Velles

Wonderful atmosphere, but the bartenders really need to learn how to make a vodka Collins. Besides that, we had a blast and will be making Elysium as part of all Austin trips going forward.

Val Aponte

It's a cool 80s bar! Had a great time!

Jennifer Starkey

Fun place to dance. Not too crowded.

michael nolan

There are some great staff, and one bar tender who will ignore you. The music is fun. Not too crowded and the dance floor comes with a smoke machine! Look for their theme nights and be ready for a fun night.

Mik mak

I had meant to come on a Tuesday for drag night, but I found kpop night to be just as enjoyable lol

Mark Nau

Music quality varies wildly depending upon the DJ. Reasonably priced drinks, comfy hangout.

Ray DeAnda

A whole lot better than it used to be. Nice furniture, better lighting, no piss smell anymore. Come a long way from 10 years ago. Good job.

Richard Hall

Nice relaxing environment. Goth night was awesome. Bartender is not afraid to Google if does not know how to make them

Johnny D

This place varies GREATLY depending on what is happening there. Some of the events are really good! Sometimes it's dead in there. It's a big venue and hard to fill. It's got a great spot on the corner of 7th and Red River and they are definitely keeping it weird. A staple for the goth/punk scene, which you can see as you walk by the patio. Bartenders and good, drinks are reasonably priced.

Sydney Blackrose

Whenever I want to go out and enjoy a night with friends, am looking to meet interesting new people, or just need a comfortable place to unwind, Elysium is usually my first choice. Whether it's to see a show, socialize, or dance till the early morning, I always have a fantastic time. Also, for us LGBTQIA+ people in Austin, Elysium is a very safe and nondiscriminatory establishment for all respectful patrons. The staff is polite and I have never been harassed or made to feel unwelcome. To put it simply, Elysium is one of my favorite places in Austin and I highly recommend it to anyone seeking sanctuary from normality.

Adrian R

Had so much fun on 80s night tonight. Went alone and still had a great time. Room full of all kinds of folks dancing, some come dressed in their 80s best. Was here visiting -- wish there was something like this back home!

nita rios

80s night is on Sundays is awesome! The DJ has never disappointed and I've been coming for years. <3 this place!

Eric Daugu

Great venue, friendly staff, great programmation.

Jim Wicked

Velvet Acid Christ? Yes please!