All that jazz and more at Elena's Soul

August 24, 1:57 PMPhiladelphia Bars ExaminerWayne Browne

Formerly known as Leroy’s Showcase Lounge located in the Cedar Park neighborhood on West Philly’s Baltimore Avenue, Elena’s Soul has made the transformation from the former lounge known for its jazz offerings to a full range venue for today’s contemporary sounds – jazz, hip-hop, R&B, reggae and spoken word.

Open seven days a week from 3 PM to 2 AM, Elena’s Soul is quickly making its mark as one of the city’s top must visit spots. Elena’s engaging hosts makes you fell welcome, and even better, the prices pushes you to stay and order even more. With drink categories named Kismit Kosmo Martini to Caribbean Souls, prices are modestly ranged from $3 to $6.

The soul food menu features fish, chicken and chops and the sides include collard greens, candied yams, mac and cheese and other tasty choices. A platter with two sides go for $9.

The sights, sounds and vibes however, continue to serve as Elena’s Soul’s centerpiece that draws customers of all age ranges, ethnicity and income levels. A typical week at this place offers a cornucopia of musical tastes.

Happy Hour Monday thru Fridays from 5 to 7 PM – all drinks are 50 cents off – The happy hour special is a shot of whiskey and a pint of Pabst Blue Ribbon beer for $4.

Blues Tuesday - live jazz jam session with the Budessa Brothers featuring Lucky Thompson playing original music. 8 PM to midnight.
Soul Karaoke Wednesday – featuring DJ Kev from 6-10:30p : Come show why you shoulda been on American Idol.

Spin Cycle with DJ Danophonic -Dano brings a montage of melodies and b-side rhythm from 10:30 PM to 2 AM.

Thursday Uptown Jam Sessions (on alternating weeks) featuring performers, singers, musicians doing their thing and hosted by the talented Hezekiah from 9 PM to 1 AM.

DJ's are welcomed to express themselves on the wheels as they see fit from 10 PM to 2 AM (every other Thursday)

Jazzmatazz Friday - Live Bands play jazz and soul selections each Friday from 8 to 11 PM. Reggae sounds featured in Elena’s upstairs lounge from 10 PM to 2 AM. Cover charge applies.

Succotash Saturday -Mixed beats and vibes including featured artists and styles with DJ Marcel from 10 PM to 2 AM.

NFL Football Sundays – 5 large, flat-screen TV’s will feature live NFL games throughout the season, playoffs and the Super Bowl. Drink specials are offered starting at 12:30 PM.

4912 Baltimore Avenue

Philadelphia, PA.