Kalispell, MT

DeSoto Grill

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DeSoto Grill is kalispell barbecue restaurant and bar that hosts live-band and community entertainment events. The programming spans Rock, roots, and event bands, giving artists a useful sense of what already works in the room. And event document live-band use at this operating restaurant and bar. Age access is Family-friendly / good for kids — business listings. The useful skill here is reading the room: musicians need enough presence to be a reason to stay without fighting the food-and-drink side of the business. The room has more value when the performer can turn a social crowd into listeners without disrupting the atmosphere.

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406-314-6095

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21+
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All Genres
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227 1st St W, Kalispell, MT 59901, United States
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406-314-6095
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