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Crystal Ballroom
LIVE MUSIC
( 503-225-0047;
www.mcmenamins.com
; 1332 W Burnside St)
Major acts have played at this
large and historic ballroom, including the Grateful Dead, James Brown and Jimi Hendrix.
The 'floating' dance floor makes dancing a balancing act. If you like '80s music, head to
Lola's Room downstairs on Friday night.
Jimmy Mak's
JAZZ
( 503-295-6542;
www.jimmymaks.com
; 221 NW 10th Ave; music from 8pm)
Stumptown's
premier jazz venue, serving excellent Mediterranean food in its fancy dining room.
There's a casual bar with pool tables and darts in the basement.
LaurelThirst Public House
LIVE MUSIC
( 503-232-1504;
www.laurelthirst.com
; 2958 NE Glisan St)
Great acoustic bands spill the
crowds onto the sidewalk at this dark, funky neighborhood joint. The music - which
plays every night - is usually free (or the cover might only be $5). Check out the Freak
Mountain Ramblers on Sunday night.
Goodfoot
LIVE MUSIC
( 503-239-9292;
www.thegoodfoot.com
; 2845 SE Stark St)
Very neighborly spot with afford-
able music acts in the basement, plus good dancing (especially Friday nights) and a great
sound system. Upstairs is a bar with booths, cheap pool tables, stiff drinks and creative
art on the walls. Check out the open-mic night on Monday.
Dante's
LIVE MUSIC
( 503-345-7892;
www.danteslive.com
;
350 W Burnside St)
This steamy red bar books
vaudeville shows along with national acts like the Dandy Warhols and Concrete Blonde.
Drop in on Sunday night for the eclectic Sinferno Cabaret, and on Monday night for
Karaoke from Hell.
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