Blue Note Taipei ★ 4.2
Blue Note Taipei is the city's long-running jazz club above Taipower MRT, three sets a night with local quartets and rotating international guests.
Tip: Reservations by phone. Cover charge NT$300 plus drinks.
Neighbourhoodzhongzheng
Tip: Tickets sold via Legacy's website. Doors typically 19:00.
Location
Address: B1, No. 1, Bade Road, Section 1, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City 100
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