About Us
   
The Music Kafe crew knows better than any that music is indeed the glue of the world!

So suffice to say that’s one of the reasons we offer it seven days a week with no bells and whistles and no cover charge. It's also one of the reasons why hundreds of top acts continue to rock our stage and why our growing list of performers and fans have transformed into a slightly oversized family.

 

You see over the last year we have thrown our heart and soul into supporting live and local music, whether it be blues, rock, ska or even Celtic punk!! And in the process we have not only discovered just how deep the pool of talent in Brisbane and the wider region is. But how passionate the fans are when it comes to supporting it.

 

On our little to mission to dig up the raw, the experienced and just the completely left of centre we’ve stumbled across true music gurus who draw crowds on a weekly basis. And we've also found acts who hit the stage for the first time on an Open Mic Wednesday only to leave the crowd breathless.

 

Yep it sure is a tough gig – but then someone’s got to do it… And we figured since it was us (and not to, you know, strum our own guitars or anything) we would do it properly.

So to make our musical journey even more magical we offer great food specials, a fully licensed bar, pool tables, a coffee machine that produces some pretty rockin coffee and of course plenty of room to sit and dance!

Sure we've probably got a bit ahead of ourselves here! But to ride this crazy horse just a tad further we decided to also cater for your events. We still host several of our own - such as October Fest, West End Festival, Pink Ribbon Breakfast, Melbourne Cup Day, Mondyitis, Humpday.... you get the gist. But we're also up for grabs if you want to host your own Christmas party, 21st or just pig out day with friends.

 

So if you like music, drinking, hot food specials and the kind of ambience you can't buy then come on down, meet the crew and get your groove on with us.

 

 

  

 What you can expect from a typical week at The Music Kafe...

 MONDAY - BAND AUDITIONS             

BAND AUDITIONS  From 6:00pm. Bands wanted!! This is the night for you and your band to come and show us what you've got. We accept all sorts of bands and musicians - from soloists to bigger bands. Each band gets a 35 minute set. Contact us to become part of our band auditions.

 

   

TUESDAY                                                                                     
West End's Best! Blues, Babes (of both sex), Beer & Blind Dog. Come see one of West End's icons, Blind Dog Donnie - the team of talented muso’s. They always bring versatility to the stage, playing drums one week, bass the next. This night of funk blues n rock can see many get up on stage with Donnie and rock the place out. To start the night off at 7pm you can catch a variety of accomplished blues and roots.

   
  

 WEDNESDAY - OPEN MIC NIGHT                                

OPEN MIC NIGHT hosted by our very own Sandy. Come see, or be part of 10 to 20 acts performing in one night. There is never a dull moment. Everyone gets 3 songs or 15mins each. Full house PA is provided. Get there early to put your name on the chalk board which goes up at 6:30pm, Open Mic kicks off at 7pm weekly.

   

THURSDAY                                                                                      

Is dedicated to all up and coming bands of all genres. Don't be surprised as the night progresses from a covers duo to swing/blues to folk rock to progressive rock - the list goes on!

   

FRIDAY                                                                                                
Local and live acts. Come and unwind after the working week with us. Have a game of pool, a meal, a few drinks - and hit the dancefloor!

   

SATURDAY - ALL DAY ACOUSTICS                   

Live music from 12pm! From funky jazz to folk rock grooves, there is no better place to chill with friends and check out some amazing local talent. Acoustics in the day to bigger bands in the evenings with trumpets, flutes and sax thrown into the mix.

  

 

SATURDAY NIGHTS                      

Missed out on Friday? Not to worry - the dancing keeps going through to Saturday with more great bands that will keep your feet tapping at the least!

SUNDAY SESSIONS                                                                
It's time to chill out after a big weekend, what a better way to end the week and relax! Live music from 12pm! From funky jazz to folk rock grooves, enjoy an all day breakfast up till 5pm.


SUNDAY NIGHTS                                

Time to end the week with a bang! with more live music of course - from 7pm Sunday night brings you our brand new JAM NIGHT! Come on down and see the host band pull of a few tunes, then jump on stage when the floor is opened for anyone and everyone wanting to join in! With a full house kit available including drums, guitar and microphones, pretty much anyone with even a drop of talent can have some fun! 

 

SPECIALS:
While watching our great bands perform why not enjoy some great food too?? We have a fantastic range of specials, or for something extra use our links to view the full menu!

Specials!

   
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