Jazz Alley, Seattle’s Best Jazz Club

Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley has long been Seattle’s premiere concert nightclub, focusing on diverse jazz performances that will appeal covering the spectrum of jazz.  Whether you’re a long time fan of jazz, or just want to listen in occasionally, the performances at Jazz Alley will tickle your musical taste buds.

Consistently rated Seattle’s “Best Jazz Club” by local area magazines and newspapers, Jazz Alley originally opened in 1979 in the University District.  It was originally set up as an intimate bistro and was an early hit with both college students and die-hard jazz fans.

In 1985, Jazz Alley moved to its downtown location, creating a larger, state of the art facility.  It still tries, however, to maintain its original cozy bistro ambiance.  Take a look around the room and you’ll likely see customers that have been coming to Jazz Alley since it first opened.

Entertainment includes local and internationally knows performers, and admission charges vary, depending on the artist.  Check the calendar to view a list of the upcoming artists, and pricing.  Admission does not include cocktails or food.  Dinners are representative of Northwest Cuisine, and range from $21 to $32.

Guest of all ages are welcome at all shows.

Location: 2033 6th Avenue, at the corner of 6th Avenue & Lenora, one block north of the Westin Hotel (map).  The entrance is in the alley between 5th & 6th Avenues.  Free, covered parking is available across from the alley entrance (map).

Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday, 7:30 pm.  A second set is occasionally added at 9:30, based on demand.  Thursday – Saturday, 7:30 and 9:30 pm.  Sunday, 7:30 pm.

Tickets:  Can be made online, or by calling (206) 441-9729.  Reservations (dinner, show, cocktails) are not required, but are recommended.  Children under 12 are FREE for most shows, and senior, military, and student discounts are available for many shows.

Photo credit:  ArtBrom @flickr