Co-founded with Jeff Daniels, JD’s Stage Bistro pairs chef-driven, Michigan-forward dishes and craft cocktails with an intimate, crystal-clear performance room - right in the heart of downtown Chelsea.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES

World Class Musicians paired with
World Class Food and Beverages

World Class Musicians paired with
World Class Food and Beverages

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JAN

New Year's Eve
Celebration

5.30 PM – 7.00 PM

15

JAN

New Year's Eve
Celebration

5.30 PM – 7.00 PM

15

JAN

New Year's Eve
Celebration

5.30 PM – 7.00 PM

15

JAN

New Year's Eve
Celebration

5.30 PM – 7.00 PM

15

JAN

New Year's Eve
Celebration

5.30 PM – 7.00 PM

15

JAN

New Year's Eve
Celebration

5.30 PM – 7.00 PM

THE EXPERIENCE

A Regional Destination for Food, Music & Connection

A Regional Destination for
Food, Music & Connection

JD’s Stage Bistro is a world-class music venue, restaurant, and gathering space designed to bring Chelsea’s creativity to life.

Enjoy Michigan-forward dining from Chef Nate Wegryn, handcrafted cocktails, and live performances five nights a week – from singer-songwriters to acoustic and cabaret acts.

AT A GLANCE

A Space for Every Occasion

The Stage Room

  • Intimate sightlines
  • World-class sound
  • Complete food & beverage service

The Bistro

  • Dining room & patio
  • Wood-fired pizza
  • Michigan-forward dishes
  • Classic cocktails

Private Events

Three luxury spaces available, accommodating from 8 to 70 guests: The Vaulted Newsroom, The Vinyl Lounge, and the Wine Cellar.

Neighborhood

In the heart of downtown Chelsea, steps from the Purple Rose Theatre.

ROOTED IN CHELSEA

For Chelsea. By Chelsea.
A Vision 20 Years in the Making

JD’s Stage Bistro is built for connection – between neighbors, artists, and visitors.

JD’s Stage Bistro is located at 117 1⁄2 South Main Street, the latest chapter in Tannin Property Group’s two-decade commitment to restoring and reimagining Chelsea’s downtown.

Our mission is to enrich Main Street with a venue that celebrates the arts, creates local jobs, and strengthens Chelsea’s downtown vitality.

BECOMING A PERFORMING ARTIST

Where music is heard.
And moments are shared.

JD’s Stage Bistro is a space created for artists who value connection, storytelling, and attentive audiences. If your performance shines in an intimate listening-room setting, we invite you to submit your details below for consideration in our upcoming shows.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Built with purpose.
Driven by hospitality.

We’re building a team of dedicated professionals who take pride in hospitality, collaboration, and craft. As we prepare to open our doors, we’re hiring for key leadership and culinary roles that will help shape the JD’s Stage Bistro experience.

 

Stay tuned for dates and times of our upcoming job fair. We’ll be hiring bartenders, servers, bussers, food runners, hosts/hostesses, line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers. Apply early via the link below.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Craft the sound.
Elevate the experience.

We’re looking for a Live Sound Engineer who is passionate about music, precision, and live performance. This role is essential to delivering a seamless audio experience for both artists and guests at JD’s Stage Bistro.

 

As our Live Sound Engineer, you’ll be responsible for setting up, mixing, and managing live sound for performances, ensuring consistent audio quality across all shows. You’ll work closely with performers, venue staff, and leadership to support an exceptional live music atmosphere.

Opening
Spring 2026

Join The List for Updates

ARTIST BOOKING

Apply to Perform at
JD’s Stage Bistro

We’re always looking to feature talented artists and bands that align with our intimate, listening-room experience. Please complete the form below with as much detail as possible. Our team will review your submission and reach out if there’s a potential fit for an upcoming performance.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Join the
JD’s Stage Bistro Team

We’re always interested in connecting with passionate hospitality professionals who want to be part of our team. If you’re interested in one of the roles listed below, please complete the form and attach your resume. Our team will review your information and reach out if there’s a potential fit.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Join as a
Live Sound Engineer

Thank you for your interest in collaborating with us.

We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your details and creative work. Our team will review your submission and reach out if there’s a suitable opportunity to move forward.

Thank you for your interest and for taking the time to submit your application.

We appreciate you sharing your experience with us. We are currently holding open interviews, and you’re welcome to stop by without an appointment during the times below:

 

📍 Location: 310 N. Main Street, Chelsea, MI

 

🗓 Interview Times:
April 22 – 23: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
April 24: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

 

Our team will be meeting candidates on a walk-in basis. Wait times may vary, and we appreciate your patience.