Dive bars are often in the “eye of the beholder” but are usually dark, small, and old.
Houston, TX
Since 1988, Dan Electro’s is one of Houston’s oldest and best local venues for live music located in the historic Heights. ...
Shoreline, WA
Established in 1967, Darrell’s Tavern is an old-school dive bar north of Seattle in Shoreline, WA, with live music every weekend. Darrell’s supports local and out-of-towner music of all flavors: punk, rock, country, electronica, metal, soul, jazz, funk, ska, comedy acts and anything in between. ...
Dallas, TX
Double Wide Dallas is a bar with a trailer park aesthetic serving up the coldest beer, stiffest drinks, and best live music this side of the Trinity. Since 2003, Double Wide has been letting the good times roll with live music from rock to country and just about everything in between. ...
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New Orleans, LA
Dragon’s Den is a historic two-story bar and event venue with a large courtyard and balcony overlooking Esplanade Avenue in New Orleans, LA. Located at the foot of Frenchmen Street, The Dragon’s Den is open seven days a week with a full calendar of daily live music events on both floors. ...
Seattle, WA
High Dive Seattle is a concert venue in the Seattle neighborhood of Fremont hosting local, national, and international talent from across the musical spectrum seven nights per week. High Dive has proudly secured a unique role in a vibrant Seattle music scene. ...
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Albany, CA
Ivy Room is an intimate music venue located on San Pablo Ave in Albany, CA, that hosts an eclectic array of music from national touring acts to local bands, seven nights a week. The stage and bar create a living room feel for those looking to relax in a plush booth or get up and close for an intimate concert. Hailed as one of the best sounding rooms in the San Francisco Bay Area, Ivy creates the perfect listening experience for it’s musical artists and patrons. ...
Fayetteville, AR
Kingfish is a bar just off Dickson St. in Fayetteville, AR, with large patios, an outdoor stage, cold beer, great drinks, friendly staff and Golden Tee. Kingfish features some of the best local, regional, and touring acts on the patio every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday during patio season. ...
New Orleans, LA
Le Bon Temps Roule is an iconic bar in Uptown New Orleans that features live music four days a week, free oysters on Fridays, billiards, and the best damn Bloody Marys in town. ...
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Glen Rose, TX
Loco Coyote Grill is a family-friendly countryside hub where you’re free to eat, relax, and enjoy Glen Rose views. Loco Coyote Grill features live music every Friday and Saturday from 6-9pm. ...
New York, NY
Lucky 13 Saloon is a killer metal bar and music venue in Brooklyn, NY, with a back room and live dancers. ...
Indianapolis, IN
The historic Melody Inn is located on the Red Line in the Butler-Tarkington neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. Kick back and relax with the best in live original music, the award-winning Melody Inn jukebox, drinks, and friendly staff members and clients. There is something for everyone including punk rock, metal, indie, pop, rockabilly, hillbilly, rock, drum ‘n bass, hip hop, and comedy. Cover charge is generally around $5 and parking is always free. Every Saturday night is Punk Rock Night. ...
Worcester, MA
Ralph’s Rock Diner is a legendary live music venue, bar, and diner located in downtown Worcester, MA. The eclectic venue hosts a diverse line-up of entertainment drawn from local, national, and international artists. Bi-monthly Metal Thursdays have been a staple since 2006, while the Dirty Gerund Poetry Show has been going strong every Monday since 2009. Ralph’s Diner also projects movies and video games on the outside patio, hosts vintage auto and motorcycle shows as well as private parties. ...
Dallas, TX
Reno’s Chop Shop is a Deep Ellum staple and the best dive bar in Dallas, TX. This Legendary Texas rock bar features live performances, comedy shows, karaoke, bike nights, games such as pool and darts, and some of the cheapest drinks you’ll find in Deep Ellum. ...
Lawrence, KS
The Bottleneck is an independently-owned local venue and staple for live music in downtown Lawrence, KS, since 1985. ...
St. Louis, MO
Established in 2009, The Crack Fox is a unique dive bar and cocktail lounge in downtown St. Louis, MO, serving hand crafted cocktails and a wide variety of beers, wine and non-alcoholic treats. From live music and comedy to DJs and dance parties, there is always something a little different happening at the Crack Fox. ...
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Atlanta, GA
The EARL (East Atlanta Restaurant & Lounge) is an alternative music venue in Atlanta, GA. ...
Birmingham, AL
The Nick is a 21+ private club and staple of Birmingham’s music scene presenting a diverse range of local, regional and national acts almost every night of the week. The Nick has blues, rock, punk, emo, hip hop, rap, pop, country, metal, bluegrass, rock-a-billy, roots rock; whatever your genre of choice. ...
Las Vegas, NV
Established in 1976, The Sand Dollar Lounge on Spring Mountain is home of the blues in Las Vegas, NV. Great live music, cocktails, and artisan pizza to go along with it will have you coming back for more. ...
Houston, TX
The White Swan Live is Houston’s premier spot for the live concert experience. Established in 1937 on the historic East Side, the White Swan Live features performances from top local bands and bands from across the country performing all music genres; from hard hitting rock to smooth rhythmic blues. ...
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Charleston, SC
The Tin Roof is West Ashley’s favorite dive bar and Charleston’s best place for music, comedy, and a good time. In addition to live music, The Tin Roof also hosts trivia, parties, competitions, craft bazaars, private events, dance-offs, movie nights, video game nights, all sorts of local and touring comedy acts and so much more. ...
Braidwood, IL
The Top Fuel Saloon is a blue-collar, farmer and biker-friendly dive bar in Braidwood, IL, featuring a state-of-the-art stage for live local and national rock and country acts plus pool, darts, and video poker machines. Top Fuel Saloon has a full kitchen serving alligator, buffalo burgers, mako shark and the best damn Friday Night Fish Fry. ...
New Orleans, LA
Vaughan’s Lounge is an iconic 9th Ward corner bar that was established in 1959. ...
Nashville, TN
Established in 2022, Wynot Saloon is a classic country-western themed bar in Bellevue, Nashville, TN. Enjoy live music shows every Friday and Saturday night plus theme nights during the week including:
Service Industry Appreciation on Monday nights
Singer Songwriter on Tuesday nights
LIVE Comedy show on Wednesday nights
Hatfields & McCoys game on Thursday nights (this is not Trivia, hint: it’s like Family Feud on TV)We boast the largest stage in Bellevue. We have a pool table and shuffleboard. ...
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