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venue The Parlor North Loop

  • The Parlor North Loop Alexandra Richmond
  • The Parlor, pizza, beer Michael Jensen
  • The Parlor North Loop Alexandra Richmond
  • The Parlor North Loop Alexandra Richmond
The Parlor’s original North Loop location hides behind black-tinted windows, and only a few stray lamps—illuminating the demons painted in black on the crimson walls—light the inside. In other words, it’s a cozy sort of hell—one that sells beer cheaply, has an interesting jukebox, and serves better food. The Parlor’s main focus is pizza, and it doesn’t slouch: Pies are garnished with eccentric (but delicious) choices from the zucchini and broccoli that tops Pete’s special, to the spinach, garlic, and artichoke hearts adorning Gunner’s. The newly expanded location on Guadalupe is a little more family-friendly and less underworld-inclined, while the North Loop location has live music every night—often loud locals that earn The Parlor its “Punk Rock Pizza” nickname—and both have outdoor decks for sitting and schmoozing.

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The Parlor North Loop
30.317895, -97.722137
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100 E North Loop
Austin TX 78751
512-454-8965
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Features: late night, outdoor seating, alcohol