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About Cafe Wha?

Nestled in the heart of Greenwich Village, Cafe Wha? is a storied music venue known for its cavern-like atmosphere and intimate 325-person capacity. Located at 115 MacDougal St., New York, NY 10012, this historic basement club has hosted legendary figures from rock and folk, including Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Bruce Springsteen, and more. Whether you’re exploring a classic set or chasing new sounds, Cafe Wha? offers an authentic NYC live music experience with a faithful, no-fuss buying process.

Below you’ll find practical details to help you plan your visit: seating options, parking and transit, nearby hotels and dining, and a snapshot of notable moments in Cafe Wha?’s enduring story.

Pro tip: secure your seats through our simple, reliable process—we’ve got you covered like a trusted friend in the business. For convenience, consider nearby transit via the W 4th St Station (A, C, E, B, D, F, M) and convenient parking garages or valet options at spots such as 20 E 9th St. We’ve highlighted affiliate hotel and restaurant partners to help you plan a comfortable NYC night out, just a short stroll from Cafe Wha?.

  • Venue type: Music venue (rock/folk) with a cavern-like space and mix of chairs and tables around the stage.
  • Capacity: 325 people
  • Transit: Nearby W 4th St Station (A, C, E, B, D, F, M)
  • Parking: Nearby garages; valet available at select locations; check parking apps for current options
  • Nearby hotels: Washington Square Hotel, The Marlton Hotel, The Mercer, Courtyard by Marriott Manhattan / SoHo Village, Four Points by Sheraton Manhattan SoHo Village
  • Notable moments: Bob Dylan’s first performance here (Jan 24, 1961); Jimi Hendrix (as Jimmy James and the Blue Flames); Bruce Springsteen with Castiles; Van Halen appearance (David Lee Roth) in 2012; Kool & the Gang-related events (2018)
  • History: Sold in 1968 and operated as Café Feenjon until 1987, later restored to Cafe Wha?

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 115 MacDougal St., New York, NY 10012 (between W. 3rd St and Bleecker St).
  • Venue type: Music venue (rock/folk) in Greenwich Village; historically a basement club.
  • Capacity: 325 people.
  • Seating/arrangement: Public seating chart not published; described as a cavern-like space with a mix of chairs and tables around the stage.
  • Transit: Nearby subway is W 4th St Station (A, C, E, B, D, F, M).
  • Parking: Nearby garages; examples include valet options like 20 E 9th St and other spots listed by parking apps.
  • Nearby hotels: Washington Square Hotel, The Marlton Hotel, The Mercer, Courtyard by Marriott Manhattan / SoHo Village, Four Points by Sheraton Manhattan SoHo Village.
  • Notable events/hosts: Bob Dylan (first performance Jan 24, 1961), Jimi Hendrix (as Jimmy James and the Blue Flames), Bruce Springsteen (Castiles), Van Halen (David Lee Roth appearance, 2012), Kool & the Gang related events (2018).
  • Renaming/history: Sold in 1968 and operated as Café Feenjon until 1987, later restored to Cafe Wha?.