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The Best Blues Bars in Toronto

The best blues bars in Toronto are like walking into your grandma's house and smelling that favourite dish she makes. They make you feel good and at home, even if the music itself tells of sorrow and heartache. Know what I mean? These are places that give the city a little bit of extra soul through raw emotion and amazing musicianship.

Here are the best blues bars in Toronto.



The Rex
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The Rex

A jazz and blues powerhouse on Queen West, the Rex has been around forever. There is literally live music every single night with 19 shows a week, and world-renowned musicians are commonly known to stop by, so keep your ears and eyes open and you're in for a treat.

Jazz Bistro
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Jazz Bistro

Live music goes down six nights a week at this Victoria St. bar beside the Senator. It may be a jazz bar officially, but what jazz musician doesn't get the blues? The food is classic bistro style and the vibe is classy cool. Check the schedule for blues bands hitting the stage.


Grossman's Tavern
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Grossman's Tavern

You've walked by this self described "home of the blues," dozens of times. It sits on Spadina, just south of College, and blasting from inside you'll hear guests like The National Blues Jam, New Orleans Connection All Star Jazz Band and Miz Debbie and the Don Valley Stompers belt out their best. It featurs the city's longest running Sunday night jam session.


Cameron House
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Cameron House

The legendary music house casts a wide musical net beyond jazz and blues, but there are shows seven nights a week, so you're bound to stumble upon some bleeding hearted slide guitar player. There are usually two shows a night, plus the back room! With a great drink selection and a room of music lovers, you'll be among your people here.


Black Swan
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Black Swan

Established in 1972, this much-loved Danforth blues tavern has live music every night of the week. There's also a lively comedy scene just in case the lyrics get you down. The beer selection is decent, and the constant flow of rock and blues is even better.


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