Payne-Phalen
A neighborhood in St. Paul
Payne-Phalen is a neighborhood on the East Side of Saint Paul, and its live-music presence is anchored by a single well-known address. Minnesota Music Cafe, at 499 Payne Ave., is decked out with Minnesota music memorabilia and hosts performances seven nights a week. Voted the #2 best concert venue in Minnesota, it is a down-to-earth spot booking blues, R&B, and rock shows, with a full bar and pub fare. The vibe is no-frills: it's all about the stage, the sound, and the dance floor, and the mismatched tables are part of the deal. Its 2026 schedule includes acts like High & Mighty Band, Cole Allen, and Jam Society. For a neighborhood whose live-music scene runs through one room on Payne Avenue, Minnesota Music Cafe punches well above its weight.
Venues1
- Minnesota Music Cafe501 Payne Ave, St. Paul
Upcoming shows12
Today · Monday, July 20 · 1 show
Tomorrow · Tuesday, July 21 · 1 show
RIVER CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA
Tuesday Jazz
Wednesday, July 22 · 1 show
COWBOY ROGUE
Songs you been wanting to hear! Rock n roll funky too
Thursday, July 23 · 1 show
Friday, July 24 · 1 show
THE GOOD THE BAD THE FUNKY!
Ready set...dance!
Saturday, July 25 · 1 show
Monday, July 27 · 1 show
Tuesday, July 28 · 1 show
Wednesday, July 29 · 1 show
Thursday, July 30 · 2 shows
Friday, July 31 · 1 show
R & J ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS FUNK EXTRAVAGANZA
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Featuring The Kendra Glenn Band, Ace Mack The Funkmaster