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About Seldom Blues

Seldom Blues is an upscale jazz restaurant and supper club located inside Detroit's iconic Renaissance Center. Since opening in June 2004, the venue has offered an intimate listening room experience with a capacity of great seats seats, presenting live jazz and related performances in a refined setting. The space has earned recognition, including a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence and local accolades, and has hosted high-profile events over the years. Note: the space that housed Seldom Blues reimagined as Joe Muer Seafood in 2011, but Seldom Blues remains a notable part of Detroit’s music and dining scene history.

Located at 400 Renaissance Center, Seldom Blues sits inside a hub of activity in downtown Detroit, offering convenient access for locals and visitors alike. The venue is known for easy, no-fuss ticketing and a commitment to dependable, friend-in-the-business service—perfect for securing seats to memorable jazz performances.

Parking is convenient with on-site RenCen parking options and the Center Garage/Atwater garages. GM RenCen parking rates are published by the GM RenCen site for your planning. For transit, the Detroit People Mover provides direct access to the Renaissance Center station, making downtown access quick and straightforward. When you’re ready to unwind before or after a show, consider nearby lodging like the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center (located in RenCen) or Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Downtown (Millender Center). The Atheneum Suite Hotel in Greektown adds another comfortable option a short ride away. We’ve got you covered with hotel/restaurant affiliate recommendations to help you plan your stay and the perfect pre- or post-show experience.

Whether you’re a longtime Detroit jazz aficionado or discovering live music downtown, secure your seats at Seldom Blues and enjoy a refined evening of top-notch entertainment in one of Detroit’s most storied venues.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 400 Renaissance Center, Detroit, MI 48243.
  • Venue type: upscale jazz restaurant and supper club with live music.
  • Capacity: about 300 seats (reports range 300–320 seats).
  • Opened: June 2004; space described as 15,000 sq ft.
  • Parking: on-site RenCen parking with Center Garage/Atwater garages; GM RenCen parking rates published by the GM RenCen site.
  • Transit: Detroit People Mover serves the Renaissance Center station, providing direct access.
  • Nearby hotels: Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center (in RenCen); Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Downtown (Millender Center); Atheneum Suite Hotel (Greektown area).
  • Notable accolades/events: Wine Spectator Award of Excellence (early acclaim); Detroit Free Press Restaurant of the Year 2006; cited as hosting high-profile/political events.
  • Renaming/demolition: the space formerly occupied by Seldom Blues was opened as Joe Muer Seafood in September 2011.