Live Music & Entertainment
Regular live jazz, R&B performances, and weekly karaoke nights creating an authentic soul music experience.
- Thursday night karaoke with huge songbook
- Live jazz and R&B performances
- Professional sound system and dance floor
⭐ 4.2 (234 reviews)
Visibility: 64/100Paradise Restaurant stands out as Hartford's premier soul food and entertainment destination, featuring live jazz, R&B, and popular karaoke Thursday nights. Customers consistently praise the vibrant atmosphere, quality bar service, and comfort food classics like wings, ribs, and fresh seafood specials, making it a local favorite for both dining and nightlife.
Based on 234 customer reviews
Address: 381 Franklin Ave, Hartford, CT 06114, USA
Phone: (860) 904-5112
Parking: Private off-street parking available
Peak times: Thursday nights 8pm-midnight (karaoke), Weekend evenings 7pm-11pm
Nearby neighborhoods: South End Hartford, Downtown Hartford, Asylum Hill
Nearby landmarks: Near Hartford Hospital, 5 minutes from downtown Hartford, Close to I-91 corridor
Regular live jazz, R&B performances, and weekly karaoke nights creating an authentic soul music experience.
Complete bar with quality cocktails, beer selection, and professional bartending staff.
Comfort food classics including wings, ribs, wraps, and fresh seafood specials.
VIP section and event space for private gatherings and special occasions.
⭐ 4.2 out of 5
234 total reviews
Rating steady at 4.2 stars with consistent praise for live entertainment. 18 new reviews this month.
“Great music, great drinks, great food! I love the atmosphere. There aren't many places that have live jazz or R&B music in the area. It really celebrates soul! There's private and off street parking, a VIP section, and a nice sized dance floor.”
— Dawan Ferguson“EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE BY ALL EMPLOYERS. I RECOMMEND THE CHICKEN WINGS OR FRIED FISH. VERY REASONABLE PRICES. EXCELLENT BAR SERVICE. GROWN AND PROFESSIONAL ATMOSPHERE INCLUDING EXCELLENT DJ !!!! I FELT VERY SAFE WITH THE SUPERB SECURITY. DRINKS ARE NOT WATERED DOWN LIKE MOST PLACES. I LOVE PARADISE SO MUCH I ORDER TAKE OUT AT LEAST 3 TIMES A WEEK. VERY CLEAN ESTABLISHMENT. I RECOMMEND PARADISE TO ANYONE WHO WILL LISTEN. I CAN'T WAIT TO PANDEMIC IS OVER SO I CAN VISIT AGAIN !!!!!! FROM 1-10 I GIVE PARADISE A 12 EASILY !!!!”
— Miguel Figueroa“Karaoke Thursday nights loud and energized in the south end of Hartford. Menu has fun bar food like wraps, wings, ribs, burgers, etc. The night we were there with a friend of the owners, he brought her snow crab for dinner which was a special that night. Our buffalo wings came to the table cold so we ate the rest of the food that came out and packed the wings to go, along with some charred but meaty ribs and half a wrap I couldn't finish. Fair rotation of singers and a huge songbook to choose from. Full bar.”
— Juliana Simone“I've been hearing about the place on the local radio station so I decided to do a drive by and check them out. It's a little tight in the main areas, you can still enjoy yourself. Bud light was $3.50, no admission fee and live band that was really good! Wednesday night, check them out. Parking on street is a challenge since it's a busy area and semi residential.”
— Aaron DavisWe feature live jazz and R&B regularly, with karaoke every Thursday night starting around 8pm.
No admission fee for most nights, though special events may have cover charges.
Yes, we offer veggie wraps and garden salads, though our focus is on soul food and meat dishes.
We have private off-street parking available, which is convenient since street parking can be challenging in this area.
Yes, VIP section can be reserved for private events and special occasions.
Status: Open now
Peak hours: Thursday 8pm-midnight
Entertainment: Live music weekly
Popular this month: Wings, Ribs, Seafood specials
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