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About Blues Alley

Welcome to Blues Alley, a storied jazz supper club housed in an 18th‑century carriage house at 1073 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007. With approximately 125 seats for dinner and show, Blues Alley offers an intimate listening experience where legendary artists like Dizzy Gillespie, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, and Eva Cassidy have graced the stage. The club has proudly reopened after a roof fire in 2022, continuing its legacy as a premier destination for serious jazz fans.

Here’s what you need to know to plan your visit: seating is first-come, first-served, featuring four-top tables and bar seating to maximize your listening experience. We’ve got tips to help you secure great seats, along with parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining options to make a night out seamless.

Venue details: Blues Alley sits in a historic carriage house, preserving a warm, intimate vibe ideal for jazz enthusiasts. The venue capacity is about 125 seats for dinner and show, making it one of DC’s most coveted intimate listening rooms. For access, it’s convenient to reach via the Foggy Bottom–GWU Metro station, with local bus options including 31, 32, 36, 38B, and the Circulator.

Parking: Parking is available at Georgetown Park, located at 1092 Wisconsin Ave NW, a short distance from the venue. If you’re planning a dinner and show, consider arriving a bit early to secure parking and a good seat.

Nearby hotels and dining: When you’re traveling for a Blues Alley show, you’ll find several lodging options nearby, including Georgetown Inn in Georgetown, Arlington Courts in Arlington, and the Washington Hilton, with Glover Park hotels also listed by Blues Alley as convenient options. For dining before or after the show, there are plenty of nearby restaurants ranging from casual to refined. To streamline planning, we’ve highlighted trusted options below, including affiliate partner recommendations to help you book with confidence.

Notable heritage: Blues Alley has hosted jazz legends and hosted live album recordings, contributing to Washington, DC’s rich jazz heritage. The club remains a must-visit for fans of Dizzy Gillespie, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Eva Cassidy, and many others who helped shape the genre.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1073 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007.
  • Venue type: Historic jazz supper club housed in an 18th‑century carriage house.
  • Capacity: About 125 seats for dinner and show.
  • Seating: First-come, first-served seating policy with four-top tables and bar seating.
  • Parking: Parking available at Georgetown Park, 1092 Wisconsin Ave NW.
  • Transit: Accessible via Foggy Bottom–GWU Metro; served by local bus lines 31, 32, 36, 38B and Circulator.
  • Nearby hotels: Georgetown Inn (Georgetown), Arlington Courts (VA), Washington Hilton, Glover Park hotels as listed by Blues Alley.
  • Notable events: Hosted jazz greats such as Dizzy Gillespie, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, and Eva Cassidy; recordings and live albums have been made here (e.g., Eva Cassidy, Wynton Marsalis).
  • Renamed/demolished: Not demolished or renamed; sustained a roof fire in 2022 and subsequently reopened.