Gruene Hall, New Braunfels

This is one of the few remaining "dance halls" in Texas. On first glance the place looks honky tonk with draft walls, if walls at all, and dim lighting. But who cares? The music is great and the place rocks! Go there at least once!

In the concert area of Gruene Hall area I asked a blonde, female employee if I could pay with American Express. She said "no" without looking at me, turned and walked away. When she returned, I asked the same question about Visa. She looked at me like I was from Mars and said,"we take cash and only cash", then proceeded to completely ignore me. She was in the process of making a small flyer stating that Ray Wylie Hubbard was playing that evening. I guess she was to overwhelmed with that extreme task to show any courteousy what-so-ever. This individual does not belong in the hospitality business. If she had simply said." No, we only take cash" to begin with, I would not be writing this right now. It is too bad so many great musicians play there... I am certain I will have to deal with this obviously unhappy individual again. Everyone else I have dealt with at this historical institution has been excellent.

Gruene just has a certain vibe to it that is like no where else. The bands I see there are my favorite especially Zach Walther and the Cronkites (who play every wednesday). I would definitly recommend going to Gruene for anyone who enjoys music and that unique Texas vibe.