Cafe 290

05/26/2023

Looking for some AMAZING BBQ, music, drinks??? You do not want to miss this Saturday afternoon June 3rd in Peachtree Corners! Come get a sneak peek at Southend BBQ I promise you will not be disappointed!

11/01/2022

https://youtu.be/nCw9Dur7Ek8

Journalist and podcaster Adrianne Murchison kicks off a limited series on the now-closed Atlanta jazz club Cafe 290. In Part 1, she's joined by former owner ...

05/17/2022

A year ago this week… still doesn’t seem real at times. 💗

As I turned off the lights for the very last time tonight I was overcome with emotion. First was sadness, which was quickly replaced by an all encompassing feeling of love. Love for every musician that has graced this stage. Love for the countless friendships I have been blessed enough to make here. Grateful to have had this job for 22 years, met and married my husband here. Had my wedding reception here. My mind filled with nothing but amazing memories that I will cherish for the rest of my life. I have learned so many lessons here, good and bad and I can lock these doors and walk walk away excited for the future and blessed beyond words to have been a part of it. Thank you to John Scatena for giving me a second home all these years, for trusting and believing in me and for always letting me have my way 😄. I won’t say goodbye.... the music will continue. I’m just happy to have been a part of the magic. Thank you all and I love you. Amanda 💕💕

05/26/2021

Final cut by Brick Aries of our last Sunday night at Cafe 290. Thanks for the memories 💗💗💗

"Cafe 290 has been my life for the past 25 + years! My love of the arts gave me the will power and fortitude to open a music venue that would feature some o...

05/18/2021

The amazing Brick Aires made this video of our private party and I thought I should share the love.

With the venue at Hilderbrand closing it's doors, John Scatena held one last private party for his staff, and close friends of the club. Can't wait to come ...

05/17/2021

The outpouring of love we have received since we broke the horrible news that we were closing has been amazing. We are actively looking to reopen at another location, so we have started up our GoFundMe page again. If you are able please donate, any amount helps us reach our goal and hopefully bring the live music back soon! Thank you all for your kind words.... now let’s bring that magic back!

"Cafe 290 has been my life for the past 25 + years! My love of the arts gave me … Joe Gransden needs your support for Save Cafe 290 Jazz Club and Restaurant!

05/14/2021

As I turned off the lights for the very last time tonight I was overcome with emotion. First was sadness, which was quickly replaced by an all encompassing feeling of love. Love for every musician that has graced this stage. Love for the countless friendships I have been blessed enough to make here. Grateful to have had this job for 22 years, met and married my husband here. Had my wedding reception here. My mind filled with nothing but amazing memories that I will cherish for the rest of my life. I have learned so many lessons here, good and bad and I can lock these doors and walk walk away excited for the future and blessed beyond words to have been a part of it. Thank you to John Scatena for giving me a second home all these years, for trusting and believing in me and for always letting me have my way 😄. I won’t say goodbye.... the music will continue. I’m just happy to have been a part of the magic. Thank you all and I love you. Amanda 💕💕

05/13/2021

"Cafe 290 has been my life for the past 25 + years! My love of the arts gave me … Joe Gransden needs your support for Save Cafe 290 Jazz Club and Restaurant!

05/10/2021

Tonight we celebrated nearly 40 years of business. Friends and family came out to support us and the club and we are beyond thankful for all the love. Even though it’s the end for us at this location, our plan is to move on to bigger and better things. As John Scatena always says “ when the music starts, that’s when the magic happens”. Help us keep the magic going at our soon to be announced new location by supporting us and all of Atlanta’s local live music by donating here. With faith, hard work and a little help from our friends we can make this happen soon!

"Cafe 290 has been my life for the past 25 + years! My love of the arts gave me … Joe Gransden needs your support for Save Cafe 290 Jazz Club and Restaurant!

05/09/2021

Rumors seem to spread like wild fire. Unfortunately the rumors you are hearing are true. After a long fight trying to stay open and provide amazing live music, supporting only local musicians and bands, complying with all the regulations and mandates placed on us due to Covid 19, trying to keep a full staff, after 35 years Cafe 290 is closing its doors. This weekend will be our last weekend in Sandy Springs on good old Hilderbrand Drive. It has been our absolute pleasure and an honor to serve the city of Atlanta all these years and If I could personally thank each and every one of you musicians and customers I would love to do so. You have allowed us, as a family to grow to strive and to bring HANDS DOWN some of the most fantastic live shows this city has ever seen. There are things in the works to hopefully move to a néw location and keep this magic going, and I promise from the bottom of my heart to keep you all posted on any updates. Thank you for 35 years Atlanta. And on a personal note, I have met my husband at this job. Employees and customers both have become second family to me and I thank you for years of memories and stories. Cafe 290 is a part of me and I know it’s been a part of some of you as well. Sunday when we close those red doors for the last time, know we are grateful for your business, your support and your friendship. We love you all.

02/18/2021

Make your reservations now! 404-256-3942. It’s gonna be 🔥 🔥🔥🔥

Join The Senators for one extraordinary night of music and fun as we celebrate the Birthday of Bassists, Tres Gilbert! There will be limited seating and social distancing will be strictly enforced for two (2) exciting shows with The Senators and a few surprise guests! You do not want to miss this show!* $15 Cover

*Still not comfortable going out in public? No worries, we've got you covered! Both shows will be live streamed via YouTube so that you may enjoy this event from the comfort of your home. When purchasing your tickets, make sure to click the livestream link. $10 Cover

Cafe 290 Tickets: $15
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-music-store-presents-a-night-with-the-senators-friends-tickets-140940208959

Livestream Tickets: $10
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-music-store-presents-a-night-with-the-senators-friends-livestream-tickets-140952313163

02/18/2021

cafe290 Join The Senators for one extraordinary night
of music and fun as we celebrate the Birthday of
Bassists, Tres Gilbert! There will be limited seating and
social distancing will be strictly enforced for two (2)
exciting shows with The Senators and a few surprise
guests! You do not want to miss this show!* $15 Cover

*Still not comfortable going out in public? No worries,
we've got you covered! Both shows will be live
streamed via YouTube so that you may enjoy this event
from the comfort of your home. When purchasing your
tickets, make sure to click the livestream link. $10
Cover

Cafe 290 Tickets: $15
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-music-store-presents-a-night-with-the-senators-friends-tickets-
140940208959

Livestream Tickets: $10
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-music-store-presents-a-night-with-the-senators-friends-livestream-tickets-
140952313163