Ivy Room: Intimate live music, big-bar vibe, run by women, near BART
Ivy Room is a bar and event venue in Albany, CA at 860 San Pablo Ave, offering an intimate, up-close concert experience in a small venue with a big bar and a cozy stage. The atmosphere blends a classic dive-bar vibe with attentive bartenders, friendly staff, and eclectic live music from diverse groups. The venue is run by women and is conveniently near BART.
860 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA 94706, USA
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Intimate shows featuring eclectic bands and musicians in a small venue with a tiny stage for up-close experiences.
Classic and creative drinks served by knowledgeable bartenders in a dive bar setting with a cozy atmosphere.
Venue rental for private events, parties, and music gigs in a vibrant, iconic space run by women.
A comfortable bar with decor celebrating musicians, ideal for casual hangs, dancing, and meeting friendly locals.
Overall rating
Lawnie Farana
I love this bar,! it’s a classic dive bar with decor of top notch classic musicians hanging on walls. The atmosphere is comfortable and the bartenders are so attentive and know their stuff (drinks) what’s really cool is they introduce an eclectic stream of good live music groups. The owners are also top notch friendly classic woman who look amazing!
Michael Gamez
Intimate venue with great vibes, plenty of street parking, and don't forget to tip your bartender.
Shelley Rewolf
It was my first time to this iconic venue. I saw one of my all-time favorite bands play, Steel Pole Bathtub with the Antler Family opening. This is a quaint little venue and people come from all over the Bay Area. It's also run by all women. It's also not far from the BART station.
Meghan Brooks (Madame Meg)
Small venue with a big bar & tiny stage that gets you up close & personal with the band. The owner seems like a nice guy & the overall atmosphere was pleasant. I'll definitely be back if they keep bringing in such great music!
Shannon Swantek
Pretty fun place to see a show. This was the 2nd time I went and this time it was not oversold-making dancing a much more enjoyable experience than when it was accommodating music fans and bar patrons both. Friendly folks working, too!
