Aka Barbecue, Bar-B-Que, Bar-B-Q. Venues serving BBQ almost certainly also have live blues music.
Columbus, OH
Ace of Cups in Columbus, OH, is a hangout for craft beers, house-infused liquors, and live music, serving wings and BBQ on weekends. ...
Kansas City, MO
B.B.’s Lawnside BBQ is a live music venue and barbecue restaurant in Kansas City, MO. BB’s features live music and several special events are held each year. BB’s Lawnside has a full service bar and there is outdoor seating on a partially covered deck with speakers so you can still hear the band. ...
Atlantic City, NJ
Located at the intersection of Park Place and The Boardwalk, Bally’s Atlantic City Casino Resort offers a variety of live entertainment at its many venues, ballrooms, bars and restaurants. Experience national headliners, comedy, and boxing indoors at Bally’s Showroom and even more live music outdoors at The Yard at Bally’s Atlantic City, on the beach at Bally’s Beach Bar, and inside the casino at Carousel Bar.Bally’s Grand Ballroom (aka Bally’s Showroom) is a premier venue for Atlantic City’s nightlife featuring live music and entertainment from comedy shows and boxing to concerts and DJs.The Yard at Bally’s Atlantic City is an open-air, beer garden-style venue located in the courtyard just off the Boardwalk. The Yard offers seaside views, live entertainment, yard games, lounge-style seating, a curated tap list, and craft food and cocktails. At The Yard by Night, live bands and DJs perform every weekend.Bally’s Beach Bar (open seasonally) offers food, beverages, and live music all night long. Cabanas are available for rent on a first-come-first-serve basis. Sip on frozen cocktails and dance all day right on the beach.The Carousel Bar features an elevated, 24-seat bar with 360º views of the casino and hotel lobby. Enjoy modern cocktails, weekend DJs, and occasional live music.Bally’s Atlantic City is also home to three separate event ballrooms: the 1,950-capacity Grand Ballroom, the 1,200-capacity Traymore Ballroom, and the 1,180-capacity Ocean Ballroom.Bally’s Atlantic City is one of fifteen casinos across ten states owned by Bally’s Corporation. ...
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Detroit, MI
Bert’s Market Place is a family-owned entertainment complex that includes a jazz cafe, barbecue smokehouse restaurant, and Warehouse Theatre. Bert’s is known for delicious food and amazing entertainment including local bands and artists as well as professional musical legends. ...
Thibodaux, LA
Big Mike’s BBQ Smokehouse is a family-owned and operated barbecue restaurant in Thibodaux, LA. Big Mike’s is a place where the food and the environment match, where you can enjoy a hand-crafted brisket sandwich while hanging out with your family and friends and listening to some great live music. ...
Taylor, TX
Black Sparrow is a unique music and event venue located in the heart of downtown Taylor, TX. The building houses Greenhouse Craft Food, Frock On Vintage Resale Shop, WAXPLANT Records Skate & Games, and KBSR, an independent live radio broadcast. Black Sparrow Music Parlor was independently established in 2016 and hosts shows every Friday and Saturday night. ...
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Arrington, VA
Blue Mountain Barrel House is a 14,000 barrel capacity sister brewery to Blue Mountain Brewery. The Barrel House tasting room in Arrington, VA, has an ever-rotating list of draft beers plus spacious outdoor seating with a fire pit and lawn games. The onsite Smokin’ Barrel restaurant serves up smokehouse barbecue and American food. ...
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Baton Rouge, LA
Bottle & Tap Music Cafe is a neighborhood pub in Baton Rouge, LA, featuring over forty bottled domestic and craft beer, with eight rotating taps. Enjoy local live music on the patio. ...
O'Fallon, MO
Open since 2004, BREWSKEEZ Smokehouse and Music in O’Fallon, MO, offers a laid-back, convenient place for people to come in, have a drink, eat some awesome food and listen to live music. For sports fans, a large projector screen drops down in front of the stage when the bands are not playing, so the games can be the main event. ...
Treasure Island, FL
The original Caddy’s beach bar, Caddy’s Treasure Island is located on beautiful Sunset Beach in Treasure Island, FL. Live entertainment can range from local artists and acoustic singers to DJs and classic cover bands that make you want to get up and dance. ...
Virginia Beach, VA
Elevation 27 is a locally owned and operated music venue in Virginia Beach, VA, bringing national touring artists to its world-class soundstage. With a floating stage before a spacious open floor, the best sound system in Virginia, theatrical curtains, and an acoustically enhanced interior, Elevation 27 is among the few venues nationwide that ensure sonic perfection for both artists and audiences. ...
Dallas, TX
Ferris Wheelers Backyard & BBQ is a barbecue joint in the Dallas Design District. This hot-spot is serving up more than smoked meats and booze. An outdoor space known as the Backyard features a huge patio and stage for live music, along with yard games and a 50-foot, operational Ferris wheel that looks over the Dallas skyline. ...
Folsom, CA
Established in 1885, The Folsom Hotel is located in the heart of the Folsom Historic District. This historic hotel lobby bar and boutique music venue hosts local bands and touring national artists. The outdoor patio is great for fresh-air dining and drinking. Sutter Smokehouse is located inside Folsom Hotel, and serves traditional smokehouse BBQ fair. ...
Franklin, TN
Fox & Locke, founded in 1947, is an acclaimed live music venue and award-winning restaurant serving Southern comfort food. Located in a historic building in the quaint town of Leipers Fork, TN, the venue presents some of Nashville’s finest talent up to five days a week. Fox & Locke is a locally owned, one-of-a kind, 120-seat arts venue equipped with state-of-the-art sound and lighting. Thursday nights at Fox & Locke is Open Mic Night featuring up-and-coming talent of all ages, original music, all-time favorite covers, and even the occasional visit by Grammy-winning artists. ...
Colorado Springs, CO
Located in Colorado Springs, the Front Range BBQ stage hosts professional live, original music that tends toward steel stings and a clean sound. ...
Houston, TX
Goode Company Armadillo Palace brings the best of Texas together with one dance hall, two bars, three stages, and a state-of-the-art kitchen serving authentic Houston Mexican, barbecue and seafood. Armadillo Palace also has four unique event spaces available. ...
Hector, NY
Founded in 2015, Grist Iron Brewing Compant is a microbrewery based in Hector, NY, in the heart of the NYS Finger Lakes region. Open year-round, there is live music every weekend, special events throughout the year, amazing sunset views, and onsite beer-centric dog-friendly lodging. ...
Frisco, CO
Highside Brewing is a craft brewing company and BBQ Restaurant nestled at the base of the Ten Mile Range in Frisco, CO. Taproom on the first floor which is also dog friendly, kitchen and cocktail bar on the second. Come enjoy incredible views, weekly live music and some of the best BBQ in Colorado. ...
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St. Louis, MO
Since 2006, Hwy 61 Roadhouse has been serving Webster Groves, St. Louis, MO. Hwy 61 Roadhouse presents blues, country, rockabilly, rock, and more plus open mic on Wednesday, Thursday Acoustics, and live bands every Friday and Saturday. As seen on Diners Drive-Ins and Dives. ...
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Stratford, CT
Joey C’s Boathouse Cantina & Grill on the beautiful Housatonic River at the Dockside Marina in Stratford, CT, serves seafood, BBQ, and dishes that satisfy every palate, including vegans and those on gluten-free diets. ...
Nashville, TN
Located next door to the Johnny Cash Museum, Johnny Cash’s Bar & BBQ is a two-story, casual-concept venue in downtown Nashville, TN. Southern food including chicken-fried steak, barbecue, and fried chicken are served in a cafeteria-style line on the first floor.Upstairs on the second floor, Club One21 hosts Nashville’s hottest late night party with the best live music and DJs every weekend. One21 features stained glass windows, a floor to ceiling stone fireplace, ​16ft LED screens, and hand-carved furniture. ...
Marysville, OH
Leon’s Garage a two-level music venue in Marysville, OH, and home of Rick’s pulled pork. Enjoy more than 20 taps, a long list of bottles, craft beers, and sandwiches in a nostalgia-filled garage. ...
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Liverpool, NY
The Limp Lizard Bar & Grill is home of mouth watering BBQ, icy cold ones and some of the best live music in Syracuse and Central New York. ...
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Jackson, MS
Martin’s Downtown is a downtown Jackson, MS, mainstay that has been serving great food, a huge selection of spirits and craft beer as well as diverse live music performances since 1953. ...
Englewood, CO
Moe’s Original BBQ is the best Southern barbecue restaurant in Englewood, CO, with eight lanes of bowling, billiards, an arcade, and a stage for live music. Live music spans many genres and styles including punk, metal, blues, jam and everything in between. ...
Starkville, MS
Moe’s Original BBQ in Starkville, MS, features a very laid back, casual atmosphere during the day and a great high energy bar scene at night. Moe’s hosts a variety of events throughout the week like Bingo Night and Trivia Night plus a variety of live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights. Moe’s features a horseshoe bar, hi-def TVs, trendy lighting, and surround sound so you won’t miss a minute of any game. ...
Ocean Springs, MS
Murky Waters BBQ brings blues, brews, and award-winning barbecue to downtown Ocean Springs, MS. From Grammy-winning artists to regional breakthroughs, Murky Waters Gulfport hosts some of the South’s most talented musicians. Murky Waters Ocean Springs, in the middle of the famous Government Street, features a square wooden bar, mason-jar lighting, and a large covered patio with an outdoor stage. ...
Blanco, TX
The Back 40 Event Center at Old 300 BBQ on the square in downtown Blanco, TX, is a leading venue for special events, seminars, wedding rehearsal dinners, corporate off-sites, political events, and more. The Back 40 features a classic Texas dance hall design, complimented by top-notch service and features. The L-shaped venue has a bar and dance floor. ...
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Sandusky, OH
The Original Margaritaville is a picturesque venue located in an old gristmill by a waterfall in Sandusky, OH. In addition to a spacious indoor restaurant and bar, there is extra seating during the warmer months on the wrap-around porch and 10,000 square foot deck. ...
Lyons, CO
Settled in the heart of Lyons, CO, since 1997, Oskar Blues Grill & Brew is the original Oskar Blues restaurant and home of the original CANtastic brewery. Grill & Brew features a selection of Oskar Blues’ craft beers, several other rotating taps, Cajun-inspired dishes and classic BBQ, plus local and national music acts. ...
Longmont, CO
Oskar Blues Home Made Liquids & Solids in Longmont, CO, provides a mouth-watering selection of classic BBQ dishes, chef-inspired creations, 30 rotating taps, and served up with a side of local and nationally renowned touring acts bringing everything from blues, folk, rock, and Americana to funk, bluegrass, roots and country. Enjoy the spacious and welcoming dining room or find a spot on the sunny patio. ...
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Pioneertown, CA
Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Palace is a honky-tonk, barbecue restaurant and music venue near Joshua Tree National Park in Pioneertown, CA. ...
Huntsville, AL
Located in the Bridge Street Town Centre, PBR Lockhart Smokehouse is the premier country western dining destination in Huntsville, AL. This western chic restaurant features great entertainment including the best in country music, sports watching, and bull riding on the area’s only professionally endorsed mechanical bull. Enjoy smoked meat classics and reimagined versions of classic southern sides. ...
Manchester, TN
Prater’s is a local chain of family-friendly barbecue restaurants in Tennessee. Prater’s Bar-B-Que Manchester has an industrial warehouse-style bar with an outdoor stage for live music. ...
Pigeon Forge, TN
Puckett’s Pigeon Forge has built a name on hosting live, local musical acts and serving Southern staples. ...
Willow Park, TX
Railhead Smokehouse BBQ in Willow Park, TX, opened in 2007 and is known for serving slow-smoked barbecue in a casual family friendly environment. Railhead BBQ is also considered one the hottest live music venues pulling in artists from Oklahoma, Tennessee, and of course Texas. ...
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Madison, WI
Red Rock Saloon is Madison’s only country and rock fusion venue and home to award winning BBQ, live music, and mechanical bull riding. ...
Nashville, TN
Established in 1996, Scoreboard Bar & Grill is a smoked barbecue restaurant located across from the Opryland Hotel in Nashville, TN. Scoreboard Nashville is home to live music, cold beer, hot chicken, and sports. ...
Glen Rose, TX
Sexton Mill is an indoor/outdoor bar and restaurant on the Paluxy River in Glen Rose, TX. This riverfront open-air venue features craft beer, live music, and BBQ plus lawn games like cornhole, arcade games, pool, and five lanes for axe throwing. ...
Terrell, TX
Silver Saloon is a Country-Western nightclub, a concert venue, and a dance hall with four full bars located in Terrell, TX. Silver Saloon is the best High-Class Honky Tonk of East Texas. ...
Crete, IL
Smokey Jo’s Scratch Kitchen & Ale house in Crete, IL, is known for live music and great barbecue. ...
Tyler, TX
Stanley’s Famous Pit Bar-B-Q is the oldest operating mom-and-pop barbecue joint in Tyler, TX. Stanley’s has the friendliest bar in town with local craft beers and 90+ bottles of bourbon, a covered and partially enclosed patio, and an additional 2,000 square feet of indoor space to enjoy great local, regional, and nationally touring original live music. ...
Sarasota, FL
Stottlemyer’s Smokehouse is an open-air restaurant and old-Florida tiki bar in Sarasota established by the Stottlemyer family. Stottlemyer’s hosts talented musicians from all over seven days a week. The menu includes slow-cooked brisket, tender ribs, pulled pork, award-winning fried chicken, sandwiches, po-boys and more. ...
Austin, TX
Stubb’s Bar-B-Q is a legendary barbecue restaurant in downtown Austin, TX. The downstairs bar at Stubb’s is a standing room only venue with a capacity of 150. Come on down for some live music, cold beer and great food. Stubb’s is also the location of the Waller Creek Amphitheater out back. ...
Austin, TX
Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater is an outdoor concert venue behind Stubb’s Bar-B-Q restaurant in downtown Austin, TX. ...
Chico, CA
Tackle Box Bar & Grill in Chico, CA, has live music every weekend and serves a variety of exotic game including alligator. Often referred to as “Chico’s only real honky-tonk,” The Tackle Box hosts live music by national, regional, and local live bands. Swing dance lessons are offered on Wednesdays. ...
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Moab, UT
Established 2011, The Blu Pig & Blu Bar is a family barbecue restaurant and blues joint in Moab, UT. Blu Bar offers live music nightly March through November. ...
Durham, NC
Located in downtown Durham’s historic Central Park District, The Blue Note Grill is one of the Triangle’s premier live music venues as well as a full-service barbecue and ribs restaurant and bar. Open since 2010, the family-owned and operated venue hosts local, regional and touring roots musicians on its stage. On Tuesdays, The Blue Note hosts a long-running blues jam and on Wednesdays open mic. ...
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Loveland, CO
Opened in May 2011, The Boot Grill is a Western-themed restaurant offering classic American plates, beers and cocktails plus live music every weekend. Locally owned and operated, The Boot Grill has fun staff, delicious food, entertainment, and special events such as K99’s New from Nashville, and CSU Watch Events for CSU Athletics. ...
Modesto, CA
The Fruit Yard Amphitheater in Modesto, CA, offers the chance to connect with world-class entertainers in an intimate environment. ...
Cottonwood Heights, UT
Established in 1947, The Hog Wallow Pub is located at the base of Big Cottonwood Canyon in Cottonwood Heights, UT. The pub offers an extensive beer, liquor, and wine list plus great food including house-smoked barbecue. Most nights, The Hog Wallow features music from local and out of state bands of a variety of genres including Americana, reggae, blues, funk, soul and jazz. The Hog Wallow Pub is a 21 and older establishment. ...
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Greer, SC
Open since 1977, The Mason Jar Family Restaurant and Bar in Greer, SC, features Southern food and beer on tap. Entertainment includes trivia, karaoke, nine big-screen TVs, some video games, and a jukebox. Mason Jar also hosts live music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night. ...
Maryville, TN
The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint is located adjacent to Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson in Maryville, TN. The Shed Juke Joint is an outdoor covered pavilion hosting events and concerts throughout the year. The Shed Smokehouse is a full service restaurant that serves lunch and dinner seven all week. The Shed’s musical season is April through September. The Shed is Maryville’s best spot for beer, food, cocktails, and of course some moonshine. ...
Bossier City, LA
The Stage at Silver Star is a bar and outdoor concert venue in Bossier City, LA. ...
Branford, CT
Located in the heart of Indian Neck in Branford, CT, The Stand has been a neighborhood staple for generations. The three most important things at The Stand are food, community, and music. ...
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Carrboro, NC
The Station Carrboro, now a bar and music venue, is a historic landmark which originally housed the local train depot built in 1882. The Station often hosts live music on the weekends, plus open mic on Mondays, and the popular Thursday night karaoke event hosted by the amazing Empress Kerisha. ...
Jacksonville, FL
Underbelly is a restaurant, bar, and event space in the heart of downtown Jacksonville, FL. The restaurant serves barbecue and other comfort food classics. The bar has one of the largest selections of whiskey in town. The Underbelly venue space has the best live music experience downtown. ...
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Cleveland, OH
Welcome To The Farm is a live music country bar from Chase Rice on the Flats East Bank in Cleveland, OH. Local and touring country musicians and bands are showcased in the space flanked by bars on each side with garage doors opening on all sides and a patio overlooking the water. ...
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Pittsburgh, PA
Wheelfish is a bar & grill in Ross Township, Pittsburgh, PA, serving barbecue, bourbon, and live music in a hip setting. Enjoy local acts every weekend plus weekly events like trivia and karaoke. ...
Fort Worth, TX
The White Elephant Saloon is centrally located on Exchange Ave in the historic Fort Worth Stockyards, offering cold beer, cocktails, and live Texas music seven nights a week. One of Fort Worth’s most legendary drinking establishments, the White Elephant Saloon features vintage Western decor, a wooden dance floor, billiards, and shuffleboard. ...
Iowa City, IA
Wildwood in Iowa City, IA, is home to award-winning BBQ and live music in a two-level space with a huge dance floor. ...
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