Soul Venues in Dallas, TX

Armoury D.E. is a 70-capacity 21+ fine dining bar in Dallas serving an eclectic menu including Hungarian dishes alongside classic and creative cocktails, with live music woven into the late-night program. The intimate size and upscale character make it a fit for jazz, acoustic, and lounge acts rather than rock bands.

Bacari Tabu is a 21+ upscale cocktail bar in Dallas adjacent to Nonna restaurant, drawing inspiration from the original Tabu lounge with a signature cocktail program and live music woven into the late-night atmosphere. Bookings are handled through a dedicated entertainment company.

Bucky Moonshine's is an all-ages bar in Dallas pairing Cajun and soul food with live music and creative cocktails. The room primarily books regular local acts, so establishing a relationship matters more than a one-off pitch.

Chocolate Secrets is an all-ages gourmet chocolate and fine wine boutique in Dallas at the corner of Oak Lawn and Avondale. Live music programming is handled through Verb Kulture Entertainment. The intimate and upscale setting suits jazz, acoustic, and soul acts that complement a fine chocolate and wine tasting experience.

R.L. Blues Palace 2 is a 400-capacity 21+ Dallas blues bar and music venue that can host live music Friday through Sunday nights. Saturday shows broadcast locally on KKDA 770 AM. The venue has a stage and in-house sound system provided for performers.

Sandaga 813 is a 350-capacity 21+ Dallas venue known as one of the city's most respected live music spaces, hosting live music on Thursday and Saturday nights with a full sound and lighting system provided for all performers.

Soiree Coffee Bar is an all-ages Black-owned coffee shop in Dallas that represents and supports Black excellence, hosting live jazz and other musical performances on select evenings. The coffee bar setting and community mission give it a character suited to jazz, soul, and singer-songwriter acts.

The Kitchen Cafe in Dallas transforms after dark into an upscale lounge where culinary creations meet live music in a comfortable and stylish setting. The full house sound system is provided for performers and the room suits jazz, soul, and acoustic acts that complement a fine dining after-hours atmosphere.