Sometimes a night out calls for more than just dinner. Luckily Edmonton has a number of restaurants and venues with live music on select nights, with everything from musical theatre to rock-and-roll.
The Sherlock Holmes Pub might be best known for Guinness and garlic cheese fingers, but they also have great live music offerings. Often featuring solo musicians performing with only a guitar and their voice, the music succinctly fits the atmosphere of an Irish pub. Perfect for a solo listen or a night out with friends.
Downtown | 10012 101A Ave, Edmonton | 780.426.7784
Garneau | 8519 112 St NW, Edmonton | 780.431.0091
Pembina | 13580 137 Ave, NW Edmonton | 587.415.9699
800 Broadmoor Blvd, Unit 200, Sherwood Park | 780.570.3060
thesherlockspubs.ca
Tucked away at the end of Bourbon Street in West Edmonton Mall, Five and Dive feels like stepping into the dream room of an ‘80s rock-and-roll kid. Psychedelic artworks of Freddie Mercury, Prince and Jimi Hendrix cover the walls, and the vibe is electric on Friday and Saturdays when the restaurant fills with live music. With a menu of $15-and-under food, Five and Dive is an affordable spot to listen to some rock music while grabbing a bite.
Summerlea | West Edmonton Mall | 8882 170 Street NW, Edmonton | 780.444.3483 | fiveanddive.ca
For almost 20 years, On the Rocks has been a go-to spot for live music downtown. Fridays and Saturdays bring in cover bands, while Sundays shift the spotlight to emerging artists during the bar’s showcase series for local talent. And if you time it right, the last Friday of every month combines music with a crab boil!
Wîhkwêntôwin | 11740 Jasper Ave, Edmonton | 780.482.4767 | ontherocksyeg.com
For those looking for a little more drama from their live music, Mayfield Dinner Theatre takes dinner and a show to the next level. At the buffet you can load up on fresh veggies, mashed potatoes, pork loin, a selection of salads, and of course, desserts. The theatre is opening its 51st season with The Simon and Garfunkel Story, giving audiences a chance to enjoy a meal and revisit some recognizable favourites.
Youngstown Industrial | 16615 109 Ave, Edmonton | 780.483.4051 | mayfieldtheatre.ca
