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It’s hard to catch the blues with so many incredible jazz bars and clubs in Atlanta. It doesn’t matter if your looking for some blues tunes, roots music, or show-stopping jazz bars. Atlanta definitely has the perfect spot for you to enjoy some jazz!

From local favorites to the largest free jazz festival in the country, there’s something for everyone!

1. Blind Willie’s

One of the absolute best jazz spots in the city is Blind Willie’s in Virginia Highlands. With top-notch Southern cuisine and authentic jazz bar vibes, Blind Willie’s will have you tapping your feet all night long! They also have their very own Blind Willie’s house band and they host unmissable weekly jazz events! Since their opening in 1986, Blind Willie’s is a staple of the jazz community here in Atlanta!

📍828 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta

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2. St. James Live!

If you’re looking for a real vibe, the atmosphere at St. James Live! goes unmatched. Along with their stunning live performances in the Grand Hall, St. James Live offers an awesome selection of food. Fill your belly and your soul at one of their brunch events, or check out their incredible selection of events and concerts! You don’t want to miss out on Atlanta’s coolest venue around!

📍 3220 Butner Rd #240, Atlanta

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3. The High Museum of Art

You read that right! The High hosts an iconic ‘Friday Jazz’ event every third Friday of the month! You can enjoy live jazz, drinks, and light bites, all while exploring the iconic exhibits at the High!

From straight ahead to free jazz, bebop to swing, The High is bringing Atlanta the best of the best in the world of jazz, and the line-up is always exquisite!

📍 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta

Learn more about Friday Jazz here!

4. Northside Tavern

The home of the Atlanta blues since 1972, make sure you check out Northside Tavern if you’re a jazz lover. This good-time tavern/dive bar offers live blues every night with their awesome house band. They also have tons of local bands perform every week! You don’t want to miss out on one of the top 10 dive bars in the U.S.!

📍 1058 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta

Check out more about Northside Tavern here!

5. Kat’s Cafe

To call Kat’s Cafe a jazz bar would be a complete injustice to the other awesome entertainment available here! While their jazz nights are absolutely incredible, they also have so much more! Kat’s Cafe is where the cultured and creative mingle, wine and dine, and enjoy events! There’s live music, stand up comedy, poetry and spoken word, art shows, book signings and more! So grab a cocktail and enjoy Kat’s Cafe!

📍 970 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta

See more about Kat’s Cafe here!

6. Apache Cafe

This intimate venue combines art, food, music, and so much more. Offering a tasty menu of signature dishes, this unique space is booming with character. Head to Apache Cafe for a great night of live music and great food! You can even channel your inner-jazz singer, as there’s a karaoke night on occasion!

📍 393 Marietta St NW, Atlanta

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7. Suite Food Lounge

For exceptional live jazz, great food and drinks, with awesome service, head to Suite Food Lounge! You can’t leave without checking out their specialty drinks menu. Your cocktails will go down a treat with some of the best jazz in the ATL. They’ve also got amazing comedy nights, Strictly RandB brunches, and so much more!

📍 375 Luckie St NW, Atlanta

See more about Suite Food Lounge here!