(04-12-2016, 09:17 PM)HarleyDog Wrote: The Blues are a great way to celebrate. However, I am now opening up my options to Country because I'm not getting good results. We like all music but not really looking for a relaxing evening with rock or hip-hop. I would like a nice place we can sit at a table and listen to some good relaxing live music and experience the guitars.
I'm with ya on the blues....actually, the last time I was at Pappideaux's in Cincy, they had a nice little blues ensemble in the bar area, killer seafood. I also caught Buddy Guy at Elk Creek Vineyards one year, GREAT atmosphere for romancing and good food.....and well, Buddy Guy, enough said.
Anywho, if you want to go the Honky Tonk scene, head to Nashville. Go to Demos' Steakhouse, and get on down to Lower Broadway by at least 6 o'clock to catch the Don Kelly Band at Robert's Western World. You won't be sorry. Check 'em out on YouTube.
I say Demos', because they are within walking distance of all of the bars. Jack's BBQ is killer, but obviously not a "fancy" establishment. There are several more elegant eateries in Nashville, but honestly, Demos' is very good, and VERY well priced. You can get a room, eats, and entertainment all within walking distance. There are also piano bars and a couple of blues bars in the area of Broadway as well. Nashville is a great weekend getaway. My wife and I go alone sometimes, and others with a few couples. We always have a fantastic time.