Black Cat

Black Cat operates as a jazz supper club in the Tenderloin, split across two levels with distinct personalities. The upstairs room serves dinner and cocktails alongside jazz performances, with a sophisticated ambiance that recalls the supper clubs of the mid-20th century. Downstairs, a speakeasy-style lounge offers a more intimate setting with its own bar and occasional performances. The capacity is around 100 total, making every seat feel close to the action. The booking focuses on jazz vocalists, piano trios, and small combos, with an emphasis on the classic American songbook. Reservations are recommended for dinner shows. The cocktails are excellent, the food is upscale, and the music is treated as the main attraction rather than background noise. It's one of the few venues in the city designed specifically for the jazz supper club experience.