Blues Cafe Bar
Blues Cafe Bar
4.5
10:00 - 01:30
Monday
10:00 - 01:30
Tuesday
10:00 - 01:30
Wednesday
10:00 - 01:30
Thursday
10:00 - 01:30
Friday
10:00 - 01:30
Saturday
10:00 - 01:30
Sunday
10:00 - 01:30
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  • Robmanic1
    Cleethorpes, United Kingdom6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Booze, brews and vibes!
    Stayed over in Harrogate for a Friday night, did some research before we visited and found the "Blues Cafe Bar" online, looked like my kind of place! Read the reviews on here first of course, some reviewers mentioned to get there early as it can get busy. We arrived at 8:30pm (band was due on at 9:00) it was already fairly busy, no tables left but we managed to find a "perch" near the stairs. Within 10 minutes of arrival we were engaged by a couple of very friendly locals which set the tone for the evening. By the end of the night (we stayed until kicking out time!) we'd made so many new friends it took another half an hour to say goodbye to everyone! The band were superb (The Steve Everett Band, from our home town bizarrely), were magnificent, the bar staff were amazing, even though it was busy you were never waiting long to be served. Great choice of beers, very friendly atmosphere and live music, honestly nothing not to like, we will definitely return!
    Visited April 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 3 April 2023
  • mcleodalimc
    Anlaby, United Kingdom822 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A bit different and worth going
    Lovely place and interesting food, we ate upstairs in the characterful and very green, green room. Good range of lager, rather limited beer with just 3. Waitress was pleasant and helpful. Mixed bag of dishes from ok to very good. Good that they turned the speaker off when the band started as you could clearly hear them anyway!
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 1 October 2023
  • Josh F
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Authentic Old-School Cool
    Blues Bar needs no introduction and is incredibly easy to recommend (in fact, I recommend Blues more than any other venue in Harrogate for sheer atmosphere and authenticity). Danny is a great frontman for the venue and a warm and welcoming team member; always effusive of great energy and positivity! Get over for some great live acts and a proper, no bs experience!
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 7 November 2023
  • Soopye
    Harrogate, United Kingdom16 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A place full of heart and soul with some of the best vocal and musical talent around
    A real gem in the town if you like to be in a great atmosphere, meet all kinds of wonderful and characterful people, whether you're local or visiting and love live music, as I do. Every time I have been here and there's been a live band on, which is most days, the talent and mix of styles is fantastic. Its cosy, but that just adds to the atmostphere and the staff have always been really friendly. I highly recommend this place whether mid week, when they have some wonderful acoustic sessions or I love their Sunday afternoon/Evening sessions when there are usually several bands/singers performing. Its also very pleasant during the day if you just want a relaxing drink :-)
    Visited February 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 23 February 2024
  • Philip J
    27 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great vibe, friendly atmosphere
    Went to the Monday Jam evening and it was soooo entertaining. Guest guitarists and singers doing adhoc stints with the House Band. The cafe itself is quite small but very friendly and welcoming. A really good vibe and an unexpected experience.
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 12 March 2024
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daveyh87
Horwich, UK883 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022 • Friends
Came for tapas and live music. Book ahead it’s very busy! We had a range of tapas which was nice and the live music was good. It’s incredibly packed downstairs so we didn’t stay too long but it’s a great little place. Service was a little slow but otherwise a good place.
Written 20 June 2022
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Candj9173
North West England, UK763 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022
Fantastic and very busy music bar in the town centre. Can be very loud so not for everyone. The outdoor street seating area is very makeshift and cars do get dangerously close to customers. Staff are friendly.
Written 30 May 2022
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clanba10
Sunderland, UK33 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022
Visited as part of Walking Food Tour. The food was amazing. Well presented and super tasty. Would recommend a visit if you are in Harrogate.
Written 13 May 2022
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Stephen and Paula
United Kingdom519 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Couples
We found this to be a Great little venue and superb for live music... pricey for the drinks though but certainly a visit..
Written 30 April 2022
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Tiberman
Saltcoats, UK11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022
Had a tapas lunch here and the venue is a factor in choosing Harrogate as a destination. Great fun any night of the week. Reasonable prices at the bar and good time music.
Written 24 April 2022
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Steve
Northumberland, UK19 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 • Business
Great vibe!
Friendly, great beers and fab music. I have visited this place a few time and would highly recommend a visit.
Written 9 April 2022
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Alison B
Bolton, UK8 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022 • Couples
Great bar for live music 7 nights a week. Limited seats but you should be up on your feet anyway! If you fancy something to eat they offer Yorkshire tapas upstairs which is a must!
Written 14 February 2022
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ladygourmet
sheffield259 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2022 • Couples
Great music venue. Visited to see a friend perform with his band on a Sunday night. Fabulous location, although small it really is a great venue. No food but good bar. Bands perform in window & not much seating in evenings, but great evening. Tapas bar upstairs.
Written 1 February 2022
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LeaR
Suffolk, UK16 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2022 • Couples
Lovely small bar with live music in the evenings. Great atmosphere even during the day. Will definitely return and happy to recommend.
Written 28 January 2022
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Gary Jake
Bath, UK4 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2022 • Solo
Lovely visit to this bar with live music! The only problem I have here is everyone has a BO problem or either doesn't shower. Other than that it was a nice evening
Written 24 January 2022
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