Jazzbones. An old Tacoma staple to be sure! It's not somewhere you go for the best food in town, or craft cocktails to die for. It's somewhere you go to have fun, meet some locals, kick back, dance, and listen to great music. It's where you BS with the bartenders. It's somewhere you go and have some laughs. Let your hair down. Be a Tacoma Bro or hang with one. It's a great 'ol dive with lots of space and many memories. Love Jazzbones. read more

OK, so here's the deal. It's a nice venue quite cozy more intimate than the larger one, but the customer service really sucked. I had to ask for my bill six times and it was wrong and then the waitress copped an attitude and was rude the rest of the night Because I did not tip because they already included an 18% tip on my bill for just me that's absolutely ridiculous. The comedy was good. The parking street parking so that can be a pain in the butt as for the food it's hit or miss. I mean it's all fried food so Nothing exceptional or unique. It's just basic bar. Oh let's address the drinks as well. Don't order no fruity pretty Fūfu drinks because they're overpriced and will be watered down if you wanna drink go for a straight shot. read more

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It was my first time there watching a country show with great bands! I really came to see Joel Gibson Jr., but I was pleasantly surprised by Hell on Heels! Wow! it's a pretty cool place, it's very small but it's laid out the best it can be. I don't know what vibe they're looking for maybe sort of an alley bar look or what but I wish the bathrooms were at least nicer the place is very cold and very dark which is OK when you have a show going on but it is so loud you can't really talk, but it is what it is, a music venue. I will say I'm going up to the bar to get a drink was pretty easy considering how packed it was in there, and the staff behind the bar were extremely kind! The customer service was excellent, and the drinks were great too. I do wish they carried bloody Mary's she said they did not which is a bummer. Would make for a good Michelada! The front door they have like a bouncer guy or two and they kind of make you stand out front longer than necessary before they let you in the door which is kind of weird. It was freezing cold, rainy, and extremely windy and they just took their time letting one in at a time almost . All in all I will be back it was a great show, and great service. I just will bring a warmer jacket, and deal with the shotty bathroom stalls! read more

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So, was there celebrating a milestone birthday which turned at the stroke of midnight and literally had 20+ people show up and buy drinks. Asked for one song to be played (which was the birthday boy's favorite). Was told it was "in que" and the DJ never played it. We all payed 20 bucks to come celebrate with a DJ playing and they couldn't accommodate 1 request for a huge party celebrating a birthday???? WTF???? We'll be taking our celebratory drinking money elsewhere moving forward! read more

Finally! AC/DC all female tribute band Hells Belles. My wife Laurie never wanted to see AC/DC live as too much screeching in her view. BUT: she loved last night watching Hells Belles at Jazzbones in Tacoma and we both had a great time! The lead singer's voice was very clear so Laurie loved the show! It was my first time seeing this band and never saw AC/DC live ever, just played them loud and proud. Here is couple short videos as place was packed to the limit! Enjoy. Way to go Jazzbones for another awesome show ! And Rachel helped book this show. Was nice meeting the owners too. read more

This place used to be so much fun, but now it's an awkward place. They have this new younger sound guy that is absolutely terrible which is crazy cause the guy before was incredible. The place isn't updated in anyway and yet they act like they're "the ritz". With many other Tacoma venues to choose from, probably should skip this one. read more

Posted everywhere is that they close at 2am. We showed up at 11:55 and they were closed. We came across a toll bridge for this bullshit.

Past 2 decades some of the best live shows great food fantastic service December 20, 2024 my friend and I went to Sun King Tribute to The Cult 25.00 to get in we were at the front of the stage great band out of nowhere this woman turns around pushes through us causing a commotion. Next thing I know the bouncer comes to the front of the stage escorts my friend out. Owner was so rude told her to get out not come back wouldn't give me a refund. JazzBones has really went down hill. I don't care who is playing there I will not go back nor will I speak highly of it as I once did. read more

I haven't been to this location for years.But decided to go to see a band that I love. We decided to eat before we came just because I thought it might be a little bit busy as they opened at seven p m and the music starts at eight. That said, the kitchen would be very busy early on, and it might take a long time to get any grub. So this is not a review on the food but the venue itself. There is a lot of great seating, with several levels and floors, and most have a pretty decent view of the stage. There's a very large dance floor and a bar up and downstairs, which makes it very convenient. We ordered a full bottle of wine and could cork it and take it home after the show.This just stopped too many lineups at the bar. We sat upstairs and in the highest section with great seating and view. The sound was not the best, At first, I thought it was the band that opened thinking that they might not have the best sound, but the main headliner also sounded kind of terrible. I'm not sure if the venue does the sound or if the act bring their own sound people but it must be a tough place to get the sound right because it was not anything to write home about. We still enjoyed the show. Got a little dancing in and have a great time. read more

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Dub is not jazz. T swift is not jazz. They should rename their night club to pop fest. No attempt at actual jazz. Don't waste your money here. The music is basic. read more

Enjoyed a tribute band here. Great music. Didn't try the food. Drinks were ok. Fun experience. Friendly service. Plan to again.

Went last night to watch a Beatles tribute band. We always go early to enjoy dinner there as they have always had a great selection of food items. Well to our disappointment ownership has changed and the food items were basically quick fried foods(photo of menu attached). We chose the mozzarella sticks as what can go wrong with that, well they were not served with any sauce so we asked for marinara sauce and were given ketchup!! We again ask for marinara sauce not ketchup and we're given some type of salsa, we gave up on asking for marinara! Also the cheese was cold inside! The plus to the evening was seeing the previous owner Rachel and the bartender Denise there, they both are great! We did meet the new owner Keanu and expressed our disappointment of the food choices, hopefully it'll change but until then we'll continue to watch the bands but will eat elsewhere before hand!! read more

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I didn't see many about the food and drink so here's the current menu. The food came fast and was great. The bartender upstairs messed up the drinks twice and gave us both plus brought a shot of what they thought they forgot, not even mad. Only real negatives were the sound system wasn't managed well the mics were way too low you could only tell the cover song by the melody and not enough bathrooms especially when they had to close one for the night from someone throwing up . Security was great and handled the intoxicated/rowdy quickly. read more

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We bought the higher-priced reserved tickets and had absolutely NO view of the stage. The whole point of a live music venue is seeing the band! The only way we could see anything was to stand up, lean over a counter and a plexiglass barrier, and crane our necks downward. Bad bad bad! read more

What a wonderful little place. Plenty of options to choose from and was the perfect venue for the show we attended. Parking is kinda minimal but to be expected. read more

Garbage 30% service charge for tickets to a show. Was not able to complete thievery transaction online.

At this club to listen to some music... a lot of slow songs and the band MVP takes long ass breaks. It's not worth it when the band is gone longer than they play. So far not impressed. They know how to kill the party vibe. read more

Too bad there isn't a negative star. Like others we will never EVER return to this venue. They do not answer their phone, do not respond to emails or messages. People wait 1 to 2 hours for food. Sound is terrible. There is no place to sit downstairs unless you manage to get a reserved table. Understaffed and the people working there are rude. Management is worse. Patrons are standing outside on the street for an hour to be first in line - no early entry so people can be seated and eat before the show. They do not assist or accommodate patrons with disabilities. There is NO parking in that area and patrons are walking blocks to the venue. It took us 25 minutes to find a parking spot 3 blocks away. That part of 6th Ave is also unsafe - assaults, the occasional shooting nearby. Horrible venue and staff and horrible experience for all of us. read more

Great atmosphere and good food good staff definitely would come again with so much fun

We had never been to this venue before and were looking forward to seeing Hells Belles for the first time. Ordering tickets was easy enough and the Will call experience was smooth. what didn't go so well was that the place was way too crowded. we stood in line for an hour and still were stuck in the nosebleed seats. We couldn't see the band at all except for on the big screen and we could've stayed home for that. They didn't seem to prepare well for the amount of people and it was difficult to get food or drinks. We were concerned that there was an emergency people would not be able to get out. We won't be back again. read more

Bar staff are nice but the people manning the door are just rude and there client tell are not the friendliest people. Will not be going back to this place again. read more

Small room but amazing sounds. Love 80's rock bands here. Will come back over and over again

I've been to Jazzbones for several shows now in 2 years. As a person who's been there as an audience member and goer and also someone who's also worked for a band that's played there, there is a lot about this place to unfold. As a goer: They are extremely high in price for drinks they are Seattle prices, not very good mixed drinks or balanced between alcohol and mixers. The food is ok but not great. They're sound system for the last two shows is either the sound guys terrible job doing or their speakers sound like they're blown out and static. As someone who's worked with a band: Don't work with flash as a promoter. He's definitely not worth any hype. He doesn't promote well nor pays bands adequately. The crew that was there was extremely rude to the band that was playing didn't even give them a proper sound check. And was more focused on their headliner that didn't even bring a 1/4 of the crowd. The owner is far better to work with directly she's sweet but think if she's going to go through anyone for business of entertainment she should drop working with the crap promoters, terrible sounds guys that can't really do their jobs and give bands a proper set up it be a decent place minus the high drink prices. The parking is terrible, setting up and take down is ridiculously out of hand, too small of a place, the stage isn't meant to fit 3 bands and a lot of times they still do put that many on a bill, just taking the equipment up and off the stage and trying to get it outside is a nightmare. It would be nice if performers were allowed to park in the parking area rather than the streets all over the side walks. Over all I wouldn't care to go to this place. Or work this venue again for anyone. I'd recommend to any band or goer unless you have to go there, go somewhere else. read more

What a blast. Live music, great food, good drink selection. . . Dance floor is a bit small downstairs, but eh, not a make or break deal. The bands here are high class usually, and a good sound system... What's not to love read more

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So far Jazzbones has been "A-OK" for the last 3-4 times I have been here. Drinks are just ehh like most bars, I don't really know how ordering and menus go so I get confused a lot. I liked the Jello syringe that was an interesting experience~ Too bad I don't know how to dance.. I wish I did though! I do like how they have a mini dance floor but then again they should remove those tables in the middle and let all those other people dance their butts off. I like the upstairs feel, its nice and cozy unless it's crazy full and people are dancing and drinking upstairs. So the point is though, I heard there was sushi... here at Jazzbones?! I have yet to see since each time I came, the kitchen was closed. Darn. I will come early enough someday to check out the sushi and then probably update my review. As for the people there... a ... lot... of weird... people. I mean I don't really know what to expect at a bar... (not exposed enough to bar settings yet). I've had some strange guys ask me for their number, hit on me.. oh man. Strange nights spent but it was still fun and interesting. I will be back (: read more

Been to Jazzbones probably 4 times. Always to see a performer, never on a random night. That being said Jazzbones is an intimate venue not too far from home that hosts some pretty great artists in intimate space. Capacity is about 300, so you're definitely pretty close to the performer which is great. Never had an issue with security in the front, they've always been pretty chill. Some shows are all ages in which case they have a 21+ bar area & upstairs area. Drinks are reasonably priced. Sound is great and there's a good view from pretty much anywhere. In the summer it can get pretty hot & stuffy , as I don't believe there's AC, but it's still worth it to see the artist (just wear less clothes ) lol. I will continue to return to Jazzbones to catch some great live music acts. read more

I went to Jazzbones a few months ago with my mom and her boyfriend for a night of karaoke and to get away from the normal scene that we go to every weekend. We're dart players and tend to frequent the same bars, but we also like karaoke and they were determined to get me up with a "live" band... So we ended up here! Bartenders are straight and to the point, with no bullshit. Pretty much what you'd expect from a bar in Tacompton. The crowd is okay. A pretty good variety - had quite a large group of twenty somethings all hanging out but had a fair share of the older crowd, too. There was a guy here who would NOT leave my group alone and there ended up being quite the altercation with him that landed him in trouble, which is why I probably won't ever come back here. Tacoma isn't my first choice of cities to go to EVER, and this just reaffirmed that. I think if you're coming here for a *hopefully* stress-free night without anybody like him to bug you, this is a fun place to be. The karaoke song choice is a little limited in my opinion, but since this place is so popular you really only get to sing once anyways (they'll give you a second song if they have time before their cut off, but they didn't the night I went). read more

I haven't been out in a while but my first experience here was good. The bartenders were friendly enough, drinks were good and I met some cool people to dance with. Went on a Saturday when they played good Hip hop & I had a great time. Forgot my coat inside at closing and an employee went in to grab it for me, much appreciated! Will definitely come again read more

Good food and great hip hop dance club! Everything they make is from scratch! Even their tortilla chips for their nachos are made from fresh tortillas! They have great fries and awesome music! read more

I wish Yelp had a 0 star available for me to select. I'd like to shout out for the $14 shot of Henny that was a small shot. TAXIN AND I'd like to shoutout to the half bald head burgundy colored hair white Lady who needs more training with her "experience" as she told me. She kicked out my cousin because she dropped her wallet. First of all, I asked her in a SOBER and calmly manner as to why she needed to feel to kick out my cousin and she said, "we'll from my experience" and I was waiting for the proper explanation and she didn't say anything further. It was only 12 o clock and my family and I who are from Boston just arrived at 11:30. I would've understood if she was falling down and stumbling but she was dancing and took a seat to relax for a little bit and dropped her wallet once. I've attended to Jazzbones many times and this is the first time I have ever seen security escort any of my family out. I would not recommend because they need more training. They confused dancing with being drunk. Sorry not sorry for the review. read more

What a farce. First off a single Hennessy is 17.00. Which currently we've ordered 2. I ordered an apple martini to be served non alcoholic apple flavoring. It was awful. I switched to a vodka pineapple only to find the pineapple juice wasn't real. Ok. Switch to wine .... I'd like a bottle of Pinot gris. "Oh we are out." Ok. May I have a small taste of the Reisling before I buy a bottle. "No." I just want a small taste. "No, the owner is here and she won't allow." Can I speak to the owner. "No." Ok. I'll take a glass of water. Complete bullshit. read more

I've been here for a few shows. Great venue, ridiculously awesome sets! Two bars, good service! I've had some food, all have been good. IMHO, upstairs is the place to be if you come for a show, downstairs can get a little rowdy. Always a good time! read more

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Horrible customer service. Right when we got there the server had attitude. Was trying to celebrate our friends birthday and they were just rude to us. We are never going there again! They wouldn't let our friend to grab his debit card. They are lucky I'm giving them 1 Star. read more

Had a good time last night at the Hells Bells show. The kitchen was backed up and food was served cold. Other than that it was a really enjoyable night. Glad my wife convinced me to show up early. Would of been a completely diffrent night if we didnt get a table. Hope we find more artist to see here. read more

This is a great local live music venue. Quite a few Tacoma performers have started here and went on to do some great stuff (like Vicci Martinez). Sure, some nights are better than others, but that's true everywhere. Also the folks are great. For example, we were bummed because my wife lost her cell phone battery at a Nolan Garrett/Randy Oxford show. We called afterwards and they didn't have it. They even let us in the next day to look for ourselves and we didn't see it either :( But God is great! The moment I was looking up prices on the internet for batteries, Heather at Jazzbones called to say they found it. That's really going the extra distance re: service. It keeps us going back to Jazzbones for great music (and nachos). And the experience helped us keep the Faith that things always can work out. :) read more

Super fun thing to do on Thursday. Nice crowd and play cool music for the most part . Go there sometimes the military dudes be very aggressive lol . Other than that great place read more

For a dive bar this place is a great place to listen to local bands and celebrate birthdays like I am tonight. I would suggest this place to anyone who enjoys live music and good service as they have a descent amount of seating and the service is descent and accommodating. read more

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First time going to Jazzbones in Tacoma. I would give it a 4-star for the venue and atmosphere. I would give it a 2-star for the food. As many other people stated the food could be awesome but it arrives cold. We ordered the bacon and cheese fries which would be awesome but they were limp/cold and the cheese was hard. If the timing of the food was fixed I'm sure the food would be alright. I would recommend having a bite to eat somewhere else and enjoy everything else that Jazzbones has to offer. It really is a fun place to go! read more

I came here with a friend and her dad & step-mom to see a concert on a Saturday night. We had reserved a table and when we got there the booth was covered in beer soaked towels near our table. We complained and they promptly cleaned it up and apologized saying it was likely the band. I think that's where the promptness ended. My friend and I sat at the table for about 15 minutes with nobody who came over. Not being sure if there was a waitress we went to the bar. Where we proceeded to wait about 5 minutes for someone to even acknowledge us standing there. Throughout the evening it was a mix of ordering from a waitress, who may have been one of two working the entire room I think, and ordering from the bar. Neither option was particularly quick and was frustrating. Once the band started playing it was extremely loud. We were sitting close, but it was that sort of volume where it's up so high that it's almost hard to enjoy the music. I know I sound like an old lady there, but you know what I'm talking about! They have a balcony area upstairs. Given it was no fault of the bar, but someone dropped their drink from up there and it splashed all over my friend's dad and even me, sitting under the balcony, got some drink on me. They apparently have a food menu, but we were never offered one, but I did see people eating. They also appear to have a sushi bar in the back of the place, but we didn't give it a try. Overall, the service was extremely lacking here. The ambiance was unclear what kind of club/venue they were trying to be with their decorations and bookings. It's not a place I'd come again unless there was a great act performing...and even then I'd have to consider if it was worth it. read more

Jazzbones is one of those places where because it is so far out (frickin Tacoma!!) most Seattlites don't know about it...and until you experience Jazzbones, you just don't understand..... My first experience at Jazzbones was at an Events and Adventures event... (see my review on Events and Adventures.) This was advertised as a karaoke event, and being the karaoke addict that I am, I was really stoked....this place doesn't just have karaoke.... on Monday's they have "ROCKARAOKE!!!" If you ever had a moment in your life where you wanted to experience the rockstar high...you need to take a Monday evening and get out to Jazzbones. "So what is this Rockaraoke that you speak of?" Well picture yourself on stage...with a rockin band, great sound system, and crowds of people dancing!! I thought to myself "Am I at a karaoke place? Or am I on my way to superstardom?" Anytime you want to shamelessly exploit your karaoke talents I totally recommend Jazzbones on a Rockaraoke night (MONDAY!) The food is great from the appetizers to the main-course items. They have a sushi bar, and the wait staff keeps the drinks coming. I seriously didn't find a thing wrong with this place (including the distance...for me it is worth the drive.) Since my first experience I have been several times, every time with the same result. ENORMOUS amounts of fun, cute guys and gals (kind of fratty...but eye candy nonetheless.) Tons of seating AND when it got closer to 10 or 11 people started dancing, while I was singing!!! (This is of course the biggest compliment to a karaoke addict like myself!) Price isn't too shabby! Get there early if you want to avoid cover, as well as getting yourself on the list to sing. I will go back, again and again. As long as there is Rockaraoke at Jazzbones, I am there!!! read more