The Royale

Royale occupies a historic 1916 building in the Tenderloin, where it operates as a neighborhood bar with a serious jazz program on weekends. The room is small and intimate, holding about 150 people, with mixed seating that ranges from bar stools to comfortable chairs. The jazz programming focuses on traditional and straight-ahead styles, with no cover charge on most nights. During the week, it's a quiet spot for a cocktail. On weekends, local jazz musicians take over the small stage and the room fills with an appreciative crowd. The decor mixes vintage touches with modern comfort, creating a space that feels both historic and welcoming. It's not trying to be a dedicated music venue, but the music it does present is consistently excellent.