The Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill is located near the heart of downtown Montreal. The restaurant and jazz bar offers free nearby parking and outdoor seating options, with cover charges varying throughout the week depending on who is playing. The restaurant features a casual atmosphere with a French continental menu featuring tapas, bistro style sandwiches from across the Americas, salads, Italian pastas and antipasta, an extensive wine menu, and traditional deserts. Music ranges from local Jazz flavors to international acts. Artist bios, music schedule and music archives are available on the Upstairs website.
Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill
1254 Rue Mackay
Montreal, QC H3G 2H4, Canada
514-931-6808
upstairsjazz.com
The Divan Orange is a music club and bar that is located in the center of downtown on the popular Saint-Laurent Boulevard. This award-winning club has been recognized by the Industry Gala Musicale in 2008 as having the "best theater" and was nominated by CBC Radio 3 for the "best room" in North America in 2009. The Divan Orange club features unique and eclectic flavors of jazz, blues, folk, and fusion bands from the Montreal and Quebec area. The club is specifically dedicated to promoting emerging music from the lively cultural scene of Montreal and its surrounding regions. Over 300 shows are held annually at the Divan Orange.
Divan Orange
4234 Boulevard Saint-Laurent
Montreal, QC H2W 1Z3, Canada
514-840-9090
divanorange.org
Grumpy's is another eclectic music hall in Montreal that serves tones ranging from jazz, blues, 80s cover bands and traditional rock and roll. Visit on Wednesdays for Jazz Night or on Thursdays for bluegrass and old-time jam sessions. Other weekly specials include a ladies night on Mondays for reduced priced drinks and an open mic night on Tuesdays, where you can experience live poetry, music and comedy.
Grumpy's
1242 Rue Bishop
Montreal, QC H3G 2E3, Canada
514-866-9010
grumpysbar.ca
