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    Blue Tavern

    4.4 (23 reviews)
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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Live music
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Great live music on a Friday night
    Emily K.

    I can't believe Blue Tavern has been around for almost 3 years and I'm just now checking it out! This used to be the Speakeasy and I had no idea a new business moved in. Blue Tavern resembles the old bar with more tables and chairs for seating, which was definitely needed. It's still very small so be prepared to bump a few elbows. I'm sure it's easier to grab a seat when there isn't live music though. We saw Longineu Parsons play and wow, it was a packed house with incredible music. The bar did a fine job keeping up with the crowd although they did run out of gumbo quickly! It's cool that they have a small menu of food: gumbo, red rice & beans, tomato soup, grilled cheese, Cuban, etc. The bar serves wine and beer only. The craft beer selection is small but prices aren't too bad. Overall, a fun watering hole with some great live music! Follow the Facebook page to see their calendar of events.

    Gavilan, great new band. Great food, too.
    Madelon H.

    This is a local music venue that features a very wide variety of talented musicians, almost every night of the week. The food menu is limited but tasty. You can get beer, wine, coffee, tea, cookies, etc. it's cozy and has neat art for sale. There really is no place like it in town. It's the kind of place you don't really want to post a review of because you don't want too many people to know about it ; )

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    Marian L.

    This is a sweet spot, ripe with a variety of musical talents and some multi-media artist also. The space is intimate, the atmosphere is comfortable and the barkeeps are friendly. This is a great spot for an evening out or a gathering with friends after work. This little blue tavern is a local gem.

    Irish jam session with traditional dancing
    Kimberly P.

    Super casual, neighborhood bar with live music, a few food options, and great drink prices. We hung out for 2 hours, listened to some traditional Irish folk music, had 4 beers between us, and barely spent $25. And how often do you see the bartender go play the piano on a song to join the jam session?

    Pepper P.

    Lots has changed in the year and a half since this cozy hole in the wall bar opened. There's hot food every night, ranging from Cuban sandwiches (excellent) to jambalaya (straight out of New Orleans). Four beers on tap feature three locals and an easy drinker and change with the seasons. There are craft local beers available in cans, wine, and champagne. The real gem is the music selection. Blues on Monday nights is consistently wonderful. People come for the music, so the crowd is relaxed and quiet. Other weekday nights are a regular rotation of jazz, blues, choro, open mics, and storytelling. Weekends range from the lively old time sound of the Flathead Stringband (dancing!) to the kickass sound of Ben Prestige's one-man blue's band. Regulars welcome newcomers with open arms, everyone happy to share a musical community. Hands down my favorite place for a weeknight chill spot.

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    Joseph B.

    A small but centrally located watering hole that appears to showcase Blues music and Blues performers. I came for "silent film" night when Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton were both featured. Both films were accompanied by a live pianist and a snare drum player playing a musical score that followed the action. The piano and drum really created an authentic feel which transported oneself back 100 years or so. The audience swooned, laughed and applauded throughout the evening. There was a $2 cover which was very reasonable. The bartenders were courteous and friendly. There were light bites and of course libations available for purchase. I loved the close-quarters intimate vibe the place generated. I will keep my eye out for future events like live Blues performances to make my eventual return.

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    Been coming here for 3 years now. Good variety of mainly good acoustic music and good music. Always a welcoming place.

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    I stopped in today and ordered the ham and Swiss cheese on rye. What a tasty sandwich! I would definitely go back for another.

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