Harlows Restaurant & Nightclub

Harlow's is a restaurant and nightclub located at 2708 J Street in Midtown Sacramento, California. Originally opened in 1982 as a cafe, the venue gradually expanded into a full-service restaurant before finding its identity when live music was introduced — a transformation the venue describes as the moment it "found its soul." Over four decades, Harlow's has grown into a cornerstone of Sacramento's independent music and events scene, hosting national touring acts alongside emerging local talent. The venue encompasses three distinct event spaces. The Main Room accommodates up to 300 guests for standing receptions and up to 120 for seated dinners, featuring a full bar, a stage for live music or DJ performances, and a spacious dance floor. The Starlet Room, located upstairs, is a more intimate space suited for gatherings of 65 to 200 guests and offers a stage, dance floor, and full bar. An outdoor Patio rounds out the venue, providing a covered setting with multiple fire pits, heat lamps, a three-tier fountain, and its own full bar — well suited for ceremonies, brunches, and open-air receptions. In-house catering is required for all private events. Harlow's is a Live Independent Certified venue and a member of the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA), and co-founded the California Capitol Venue Coalition to advocate for Sacramento's independent entertainment community.