Black Bottom Ad
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Title
Black Bottom Ad
Subject
Black Bottom Nightclub
Description
Founded in 1957 by Charlie Burke, the Black Bottom opened at 1350 rue Saint-Antoine Ouest in Petite-Burgundy, the heart of Montreal’s Black community. The club quickly became one of the city’s most vibrant venues, celebrated for its affordable prices, lively night jams, and the presence of major musicians passing through Montreal. Its menu, featuring dishes like chicken wings, rice, black-eyed peas, and Creole sauce prepared by chef Romeo, reflected Burke’s Afro-Caribbean heritage and celebrated the culinary traditions of his community. The club did not serve alcohol; instead, patrons enjoyed hot coffee while listening to jazz all night for just one dollar, creating a welcoming space that honoured both his culture and the city’s jazz scene.
Creator
The Montreal Star
Source
"Black Bottom advertisement", The Montreal Star 1965, Charles Burke Collection, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Publisher
The Montreal Star
Date
1965
Contributor
The Montreal Star
Rights
The Montreal Star
Type
Advertisement
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Original Format
Newspaper
Files
Citation
The Montreal Star , “Black Bottom Ad,” Black Canadian History Exhibit, accessed December 5, 2025, http://omeka.uottawa.ca/mathieu-black-canadian-history-exhibit/items/show/382.