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Blues club

Small blues club offers an intimate atmosphere with cozy seating and warm wood decor. Live music features highly talented bands delivering authentic blues performances nightly. Whiskey selection and well-crafted cocktails complement the classic, stylish vibe.

Live music features exceptional bands that sing from the soul, creating a truly authentic local experience. Shows run for about $20, offering a full evening of great performances.

A cool vibe fills the blues cellar on the second floor, where live music plays. The staff are kind and cool, adding to the laid-back atmosphere.

People are saying

"I enjoyed the great, delicious cocktails."

"I considered this my favorite live music spot in the city."

"It's a cool place to catch some live blues music."

Good to know

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Entry requires a $20 per person fee in cash.

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The venue does not serve food; eat before or after your visit.

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Arrive early on Saturday nights to secure a spot as it gets crowded.

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Italian restaurant

Open kitchen with chefs making fresh pasta creates an engaging setting. Swings replace chairs at tables, adding a unique and playful touch. Live music enhances a cozy, authentic Italian atmosphere with handmade pasta, swing seating, live music, and an open kitchen.

Thursdays feature live music that creates a chill vibe and enhances the atmosphere. The music adds a cool ambiance inside.

Swings for seats create a unique seating experience. Live music adds a vibrant ambiance that feels aesthetically pleasing.

People are saying

"The pasta here is handmade and amazingly delicious."

"The pasta here is the best I've ever had."

"The live music here creates a really pleasant, convivial atmosphere."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 4-7pm with discounted wines before 7pm.

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Live music is available every Thursday night.

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Reservations are recommended to secure a table, especially on weekends.

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Live music venue

Historic live music venue with close seating and table service creates an intimate atmosphere. Spooky decor includes a giant spider near the stage, adding unique character. The venue hosts legendary artists and offers great sound quality during performances.

An intimate, rustic venue offers live music of all genres daily in a friendly environment. The space pairs well with a cocktail or cold beer, creating a great setting for authentic live shows.

Table service during shows adds a laid-back vibe. Pictures on the walls highlight its long history, creating a cool atmosphere throughout.

People are saying

"This historic music venue has hosted legends for decades."

"I thought the live music here was fantastic."

"I experienced a cool vibe and amazing music here."

Good to know

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Entry fee is $15, and a minimum purchase of 2 drinks is required.

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Arrive early for the best seating, especially for popular shows.

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The comedy show is every Friday at midnight, featuring top acts.

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Art deco jazz lounge offers intimate speakeasy vibe with high-quality live jazz and solid sound system. Seating includes comfortable main room and intimate outdoor area, though some spots near kitchen can be noisy. Cocktails are smooth and distinctive, complementing the vintage atmosphere.

Live jazz music fills the space with great guitar performances and a vibrant atmosphere. The music pairs well with cocktails, making it a solid spot for a date night.

A very cool vibe fills this intimate, hidden spot with a comfortable jazz atmosphere. Cocktails like the Earl Grey Martini add a classy twist to the experience.

People are saying

"The live jazz here creates an electric atmosphere."

"The cocktails here are super delicious and perfectly mixed."

"The live music here makes you feel like you can lose yourself in the vibe."

Good to know

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There is a cover charge of $30 per person for the jazz show.

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Tickets for the jazz show usually cost $35-40 per person.

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You should arrive early for a good seat.

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Chalkboard tables invite creativity while silent black and white Charlie Chaplin films play on the walls, setting a unique vintage vibe. Live music and comedy performances create a dynamic entertainment atmosphere that blends with local art decor. The space feels cozy and relaxed, drawing a crowd that enjoys both food and lively shows.

Live music plays alongside comedy shows, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere. Performances often serve as a prelude to comedy acts, blending entertainment styles smoothly.

Upstairs offers a chill and relaxing vibe with a silent black and white film playing on a projector. Chalkboard tables invite you to sketch while surrounded by cool art, and downstairs hosts a comedy club adding to the atmosphere.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious and amazing."

"The atmosphere here is really cool, with art and chalk tables."

"The live music here was amazing."

Good to know

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Reservations are required in advance for the Comedy Cellar.

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The kitchen opens at 5:30 PM, but the restaurant itself opens at 5 PM.

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Expect a busy atmosphere, especially before shows.

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Live music bar

English pub with live music seven nights a week and a spacious dance floor encourages dancing and socializing. Atmosphere is loud and lively, attracting a crowd that enjoys energetic evenings. Offers classic pub food like burgers and fish and chips alongside a selection of beers and cocktails.

Live music happens often, including late nights and weekends. Bands play covers of classical rock, alternative, and pop music creating an incredible atmosphere.

A very cool bar and atmosphere set the tone here. Live music and cover bands add to the fun vibe.

People are saying

"The live music here is excellent and really sets a vibe."

"It's a great place to watch live sports with tons of TVs."

"I found the live music here to be pretty cool."

Good to know

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There is a cover charge of $10 to get in after 9 PM and $5 before.

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There is no cover charge on Tuesday nights.

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Tuesday is 50 cent wing night with 50 percent off wings.

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Live music bar

Small live music bar with cramped layout and close tables creates an intimate setting. Atmosphere feels relaxed and unpretentious with sensational New York jazz vibes. Great view of the stage from anywhere and excellent live jazz performances define the experience.

Live music features solid bands regularly, creating an incredibly cozy atmosphere. Food and drinks complement the great performances well.

Live music creates a cool vibe in the heart of the Village. The venue feels like a cool place to hang out with crisp, refreshing details like lettuce and tomato adding to the experience.

People are saying

"The live music here is really good and creates a great vibe."

"The happy hour deals here are pretty reasonable."

"I loved the live music, especially the Harlem Gospel Travelers."

Good to know

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The entrance is free, and there is no cover charge at the bar.

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You must order a minimum of 2 drinks to get your card back.

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Happy hour is available every day.

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Italian restaurant

Italian aperitivo hangout with olive green tones and tiled walls creates a cozy, intimate vibe. Live NOLA jazz trio enhances the warm, inviting atmosphere. Heated outdoor patio and classic cocktails with a twist add to its distinctive charm.

Live music features a live band from Argentina playing during brunch. The music adds a fantastic and lovely atmosphere to the meal.

Combining old school Village style with a modern cocktail lounge vibe creates a cool and laid-back atmosphere. The spot attracts a creative crowd and suits both romantic moments and casual hangouts.

People are saying

"The cocktails here are carefully crafted and enjoyable."

"I loved the cool vibe and creative crowd here."

"I enjoyed the live music during my brunch."

Good to know

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Dante has a Negroni Happy Hour every day from 3-5pm for only $10 per drink.

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Reservations are recommended, especially for larger groups.

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The kitchen closes between lunch and dinner, so plan accordingly.

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Live music venue

Below-ground venue with a rectangular layout and central stage creates an intimate setting. Lively atmosphere blends with excellent sound quality, drawing a crowd that enjoys energetic live jazz. Historic decor adds a vintage feel despite cramped seating and occasional crowding.

Memorable live music fills the intimate space with performances from talented musicians. The venue has a two-drink minimum and a cozy vibe that suits fans who enjoy close-up shows.

Vibrant and relaxed atmosphere blends with live music energy. Staff stay cool even during busy times, adding to the overall vibe.

People are saying

"The live music here is incredible and made for a great evening."

"The house band at this nightclub is unbelievably talented and kept everyone dancing."

"This place is so cool, I could not get enough of the live music."

Good to know

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Make a reservation to avoid long lines and ensure entry.

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The entry fee is $15, plus a mandatory order of two items per person.

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Wednesday nights feature a variety of music from the house band.

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American restaurant

Huge space with live music and two beer pong tables creates an energetic vibe. Pirate-themed decor and outdoor seating add unique character. Music mixes on weekends encourage dancing and a lively atmosphere.

Live music features good bands and DJs in a huge space with lots of seating. The atmosphere includes beer pong alongside the performances.

The atmosphere has a sea mermaid captain theme that feels really cool. The DJ plays 2016 era bangers, adding to the bar's swag vibe.

People are saying

"The bar manager kept joining our table and making awkward jokes."

"The live music here made the atmosphere so lively."

"The atmosphere here is so cool, with a fun sea theme."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended for big games to secure a spot.

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The venue gets crowded by 8:30 PM on Fridays, so arrive early.

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Brunch is served from 12-3 PM only on Saturday and Sunday.

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Live music venue

Small venue with cramped seating creates a packed, intense atmosphere that challenges comfort and movement. Live performances feature excellent jazz and blues music, drawing a crowd willing to endure tight spaces. High prices for drinks and food accompany the iconic, legendary music experience.

An intimate setting hosts live jazz performances that feel unique and engaging. The club offers excellent live music with shows that many find amazing and indispensable.

A cool venue with a calm, mature crowd creates a relaxed vibe. Staff stay cool and flexible when letting you pick your seat if many are open.

People are saying

"You should arrive early for Jazz to get a table, as seating is first-come first-served."

"I thought the live music here was awesome."

"I found the place to have a cool, jazzy vibe."

Good to know

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Make sure to get your tickets in advance to avoid issues.

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There is a $20 per person minimum to order food after purchasing the ticket.

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Show up way early to get a good table.

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