A constantly changing lineup of great acts keeps the live jazz playing at the 22nd Street Jazz Café. Thursday nights upstairs feature karaoke for no cover, and a full menu is available for those who want to do dinner. Cover charges vary depending upon the act but are usually no more than a few bucks.

The '70s and 80s are alive and kickin' at Bell Bottoms. You can't miss it on the corner of Highland Avenue. An elevated stage and balcony overlook the dance floor where baby boomers and Generation X'ers who've discovered the appeal of retro dance and boogie the night away. If the dancing's not your speed, stop by on Wednesdays for Fight Night, when folks don the gloves to settle old grudges or determine this week's "king of the ring."

A nouveau martini club and speak-easy. See and be seen by the cosmopolitan set of Birmingham. The ambience is city-chic. The Blue Monkey features live music in the piano room every night. Late night food is also available.

This old redbrick pub is the kind of place where the locals like to hang out. Dave's has an outdoor patio that's alive with good times during moderate weather. Every Sunday night, there's live music to entertain, and the bar/lounge area is large enough to accommodate the largest party. If draught brews are your thing, take notice: Dave's has Murphy's, Abita Restoration, Boddington's and Pilsner Urquell on tap.

An intimate venue for local and touring acts. The lounge offers a relaxing, social atmosphere and serves Creole and Cajun cuisine, along with cocktails and over 13 on-tap beers. When the music's not playing, there's an upstairs patio, pool tables and video games. Cover charge varies depending upon the live act, which can range from Southern rockers like Drivin' N' Cryin to hip-hop acts like 17th Floor.