Let’s face it, there’s nothing better to accompany a cold drink than good music, right? That’s why we’ve put together a small selection of bars that offer live music in São Paulo.
So you can get ready to enjoy some good shows while you enjoy happy hour with friends.
Where to go to enjoy live music in São Paulo?
The Blue Pub
With beer flavors from all over the world for you to taste, The Blue Pub hosts several bands that will give you an even more complete experience: good drinks and good sound!
Where: Alameda Ribeirão Preto, 384 – Bela Vista
Rua Tabapuã, 1.439 – Itaim Bibi
Bourbon Street Music Club
If you like blues and jazz, Bourbon is the place to go. With national and international awards, the house brings all the excitement of New Orleans bars.
Every week, the space hosts the every Tuesday Jazz. As the name suggests, the event takes place on Tuesdays from 7.30pm and is curated by Jazz Mansion. Every week, artists from Brazil’s independent music scene take to the stage for a jazz session.
Where: Rua dos Chanés, 127 – Moema
Quintal do Espeto
As well as delicious skewers, Quintal do Espeto also offers a variety of shows! Check out the full agenda by clicking here. Big names such as Péricles, Fundo de Quintal, Pagode 90 and other giants of the Brazilian music scene have performed there.
Where: Quintal do Espeto has 11 units, check out the one nearest you here.
Terra SP
Are you a fan of live music and are you always looking for upcoming shows? Don’t worry, because on Terra SP the agenda is always full of artists for all tastes.
Located in Santo Amaro, in the South Zone, são Paulo’s new concert hall opens its doors to big names in Brazilian music.
Where: Avenida Salim Antônio Curiati, 160 – Campo Grande
Bar Prainha Paulista
According to the 50-year-old traditional bar, there’s only one and it’s in Paulista! But don’t be fooled by its age, the Prainha Bar is very busy and visitors enjoy the evening to the sound of various styles of music.
Where: Alameda Joaquim Eugênio de Lima, 557 – Bela Vista
Fino da Bossa
Not traditional, this bar is only open to the public on Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 7pm to 11pm.
The 30-seat bar, which is housed in an art gallery (the New Gallery), is a place for those looking for something exclusive and tasteful to enjoy all night long, with shows by artists performing good Brazilian music.
Where: Avenida Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 473 – Pinheiros
Jazz Factory Music & Art
With its signature cocktails and specialty burgers, the house offers a pleasant atmosphere to the sound of jazz, blues, soul, rock and MPB.
Where: 536 Bárbara Heliodora Street – Vila Romana
Piccini Bar
In the middle of the hustle and bustle of Itaim Bibi, the bar is the ideal place to order a drink, eat well and forget about life. On Fridays and Saturdays, the house hosts DJs who rock the night from 8pm until 2am.
The reddish light sets the tone in the house full of people eager to sip classic and signature cocktails, as well as enjoy the creative and very well-made appetizers that come out of the kitchen.
Where: Rua Dr. Renato Paes de Barros, 177 – Itaim Bibi
Café Hotel
One of the most popular clubs at the moment, Café Hotel has become known for its House Music, Deep House, Disco and Soul programming.
In addition, one Wednesday a month, it presents the Hotel Folks concept. On that day, the Duoderiz band & Flame Orchestra will be playing live music in the best R&B, Soul and Folk Rock styles, starting at 7pm.
Where: Rua Amaro Cavalheiro, 22 – Pinheiros
Gaarden Greenhouse
The bar in Largo da Batata dedicated to good snacks and Hoengaarden beer is an option for those who want a place to enjoy live music in São Paulo.
On Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 5pm, the house hosts DJs who change weekly. On Fridays, from 5pm, Saturdays and Sundays, from 12pm, the house welcomes musicians who perform the best of MPB, Rock and Jazz.
Where: Rua Fernão Dias, 672 – Pinheiros
Stones Music Bar
Since 2004, Stones Music Bar has been bringing a lot of rock n’ roll to the East Zone. It is very spacious and has a great dance floor for enjoying the shows and theme parties promoted by the house.
Where: Avenida Professor Luiz Ignácio Anhaia Mello, 2935 – Vila Prudente
The Pasquim Bar and Prose
In addition to live samba music, O Pasquim Bar e Prosa offers a varied drinks menu and many options for snacks.
Where: Rua Aspicuelta, 524 – Vila Madalena
Avenida Braz Leme, 89 – Santana
Rua Ibipetuba, 204 – Mooca
Bar Providência
Enjoy happy hour at Providencia. The house promises cold beer, varied portions and quality live music!
Where: Rua Doutor Amâncio de Carvalho, 262 – Vila Mariana
Morrison Rock Bar
How about enjoying an evening listening to rock n’ roll icons? With a large lounge, Morrison invites great cover bands to entertain the clientele.
Where: Rua Fidalga, 531 – Pinheiros
Bar São Jorge
Famous for its feijoada on Saturdays, São Jorge is one of the busiest bars in Tatuapé. As far as music is concerned, be prepared to listen to country, MPB and samba hits.
Where: Rua Tuiuti, 3052 – Tatuapé
Me You Them Bar
Famous for its busy happy hour, Eu Tu Eles features samba groups and country singers.
Where: Rua Gomes de Carvalho, 1575 – Vila Olímpia
Avenida Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 2902 – Itaim Bibi
All Saints’ Pub
Famous among singles, Todos os Santos has its own atmosphere for enjoying a pagodinho until the sun comes up (or until the house closes its doors).
Where: Rua Aspicuelta, 585 – Vila Madalena
Tonton Jazz & Music Bar
Pub in Moema with the best live music in São Paulo, open from Tuesday to Sunday.
Where: Alameda dos Pamaris, 55 – Moema