Artists' Quarter
St Paul, MN 55101
Phone: (651) 292-1359
- Hours:
- Daily 7pm-1am
Editorial Review for Artists' Quarter – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
This popular dark club is reminiscent of New York's Village Vanguard, lined with black velvet curtains, European jazz posters and photos of local legends. The large open space gives way for easy sightlines in crowds and offers first-rate acoustics. This is an instrumentalists' chapel, where small ensembles provides the liturgy. Generations of jazz fans meet here, from elders who caught Ellington his last time through to the young players injecting life into the local scene.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThe Artists' Quarter is closed some Sundays. Call ahead if you're thinking of going.
User Reviews for Artists' Quarter
07/15/2007 Posted by thekritik
I frequented this place in college while taking a Jazz History course and I continue to do so to this day. I took my soon to be wife here on our first "official" date. It was absolutely spectacular! From the doorman - not just any doorman - but a a very kind elderly gentleman you could tell had stories to tell, to the friendly bartender, everything was great! Now things may not be as perfect every night as they were on that night but they never fail to come close. Almost every seat in the house has a view of the stage, and that to me is important. Lit candles on top of all white tablecloths scattered about provide the lighting. Prices are very reasonable. The music is the stuff of legends. The crowd at the Artist's Quarter is noteworthy - professional, articulate, cultured, and most importantly, brought together by the live music played their nightly, sometimes you almost get the sense you know everyone there. I believe this is one of the best date spots in all of St. Paul. Check it their website before you go to find who's playing.
Pros: Live Music, Ambiance, Value, Service, Location, Crowd, EVERYTHING!
Cons: .........
11/01/2005 Posted by watsonjazz
This place is unique. From it's small, almost hidden tucked away entrance to the diverse crowd it almost aways attracts. Within it's walls however, there are stories and talent enough to go around. What is the best spot for real jazz in St. Paul, and gives the Dakota and other jazz homes a run for their money, this has all the look and feel of a New York or Chicago club. I must admit, I have never had an off night at AQ yet. Weither your looking to impress a date, try something new, or sit back and relax, Tuesday night's where it's at. There weekend features are definately worth the spending the big (read $10) bucks. I can't speak for the others because I haven't been, but when I do, I'll be sure to let you know!
Pros: Inexpensive, Free parking, Romantic and Intimate
Cons: Smoking
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