Empire Control Room & Garage

4.2(999)

Event Venue

About

Empire Control Room & Garage is a compact Austin venue blending indoor garage vibes with an outdoor tented space, offering a casual setting for up to around 300 guests. The venue features a swing-up garage door that opens to the outdoor area, creating a flexible layout suitable for networking receptions or informal gatherings.

While parking can be challenging, the venue provides clean restrooms and an outdoor bar with a solid drink selection. The open-air design means summer events may require planning for heat, but the staff’s attentive service and coolers of water help keep guests comfortable.

Best for

Intimate live music gatherings
Casual client entertainment
Outdoor social mixers

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Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Custom Package Request

Custom request

Not sure which package fits? Tell us about your event and the venue will work with you to build the right experience from scratch.

What's typically included

Space & layout
Food & beverage
AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Venue Design

Indoor garage with outdoor tent overflow

The venue is an indoor garage space featuring a swing-up garage door that opens to an outdoor tented area, allowing for flexible event configurations and an open-air feel while maintaining some shelter.

Outdoor Comfort Features

Shaded outdoor area with fans and water stations

The outdoor section offers shade covering and fans to help mitigate heat, complemented by free water coolers provided by staff, enhancing guest comfort during warm weather events.

Amenities

Clean restrooms and outdoor bar

Guests benefit from clean restroom facilities and an outdoor bar with a good selection of drinks, supporting a convenient and pleasant event experience.

At a glance

Rated 4.2 on Google · 999 reviews