Singer-Songwriter Venues in Dallas, TX

AM/FM Dallas is a 100-capacity all-ages neighborhood diner, lounge, and backyard stage in Dallas designed to run from morning through late night without missing a beat. The backyard stage gives the room an outdoor character that sets it apart from the standard indoor bar setup. Sound is provided for performers.

AllGood Cafe is a 100-capacity all-ages funky neighborhood cafe in Dallas with a small stage, a house sound system, and live music running Thursday through Saturday nights. The cafe also hosts a comedy night, which speaks to the range of the programming. A relaxed room that suits acoustic, folk, and roots acts as well as light rock.

Bishop Exchange is a 50-capacity 21+ neighborhood bar in Dallas serving classic cocktails and homemade bites in a swanky but low-key setting. Shows run on Saturdays.

City Tavern is a 50-capacity 21+ neighborhood burger and beer bar in Dallas with most shows landing on Friday and Saturday nights and an open mic on one night per week. The house sound system is provided. A small, unpretentious room that suits acoustic and small-combo acts.

Craft and Growler is a 150-capacity all-ages growler filling station and bar in Dallas's historic Exposition Park, across from Fair Park. The room hosts live music alongside a robust craft beer program and suits acoustic and light acts that complement a tap room atmosphere. Sound is provided for performers.

Eno's Pizza Tavern is an 80-capacity all-ages pizza bar in Dallas's Bishop Arts District, one of the city's most walkable and creative neighborhoods. The venue has a house sound system and performers can also bring their own gear if preferred.

Mokah Coffee and Tea is a 50-capacity all-ages coffee bar in Dallas that can host live music any day of the week. The intimate coffeehouse setting and flexible schedule suit acoustic and singer-songwriter acts looking for a low-key Dallas booking.

Opening Bell Coffee is a 70-capacity all-ages acoustic music venue and coffee bar in Dallas running shows seven nights a week, with singer-songwriters on Mondays and open mic on Saturdays. Solo and duo acts only. The dedicated acoustic format and consistent programming make it one of the most active small listening rooms in Dallas.

Soiree Coffee Bar is an all-ages Black-owned coffee shop in Dallas that represents and supports Black excellence, hosting live jazz and other musical performances on select evenings. The coffee bar setting and community mission give it a character suited to jazz, soul, and singer-songwriter acts.

The Wild Detectives is an all-ages bookstore bar and venue in Dallas's Bishop Arts District, a genuine gathering place for readers, thinkers, and music lovers that hosts live music outside on Thursday nights. The house PA is provided, and the combination of books, cocktails, and culture gives the room a character that is completely its own.

White Rock Coffee in Dallas is a 50-capacity all-ages independent coffee shop with live music Thursday through Saturday nights, the only White Rock location that hosts performances. The small-room character and attentive coffee shop audience suit singer-songwriters and acoustic acts who thrive in an intimate listening environment. A small house sound system is provided.