Ground Zero Blues Club

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387 Delta Ave
Clarksdale, MS 38614

Ground Zero Blues Club, located in Clarksdale, Mississippi, is a renowned venue that pays homage to the rich blues heritage of the area. Owned by Morgan Freeman, Eric Meier Howard Stovall, and the late Bill Luckett, this authentic Delta Blues experience has been serving up down home blues and southern cooking for over 21 years. With live music every Wednesday through Saturday night, Ground Zero Blues Club is the go-to destination for blues aficionados from around the world.

As the birthplace of legendary musicians such as Muddy Waters, Robert Johnson, and Sam Cooke, Clarksdale has rightfully earned its reputation as Ground Zero for blues enthusiasts. Ground Zero Blues Club was established in 2001 to celebrate this musical legacy and provide a platform for both established and emerging artists. With its prime location next to the Delta Blues Museum in historic downtown Clarksdale, this iconic venue continues to be a must-visit destination for those seeking an authentic blues experience.

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Jay S.
8/10/2025

Of course, their music was what attracted many people over from all over the world, but I can honestly say that out of the food that I have had, I thoroughly enjoyed it all in terms of taste. It...

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Shawn O.
7/12/2025

I wanted to at least like this place for my husband's sake since I'm not into blues. We arrived for lunch and I had the catfish, black eyed peas and potato salad. This was after tasting several...

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Angela H.
6/29/2025

This was our first time to Clarksdale. I fell in love with this place. The atmosphere was just cool. The music was amazing. The food was top notch. The wait staff took great care of us.

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J P.
7/17/2024

I am sad to say that despite great expectations, Ground Zero was a big disappointment. We were on a music themed roadtrip, and Clarksdale was a big part of the trip. And while we liked the...

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Michael V.
3/28/2025

Going to Clarksdale and not going to Ground Zero is almost like never visiting Clarksdale at all. It is that iconic. It is gritty and beautiful. Morgan Freeman doesn't just lend his name to...

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