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    Doc's Jazz Club

    4.2 (61 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
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    Char I.

    A time was had!! To start the venue is very nice spacious and welcoming. It is two stories with a upstairs bar. We went on the 40/50s jazz night with the owner Doc Watkins. He is AMAZING!! An extremely talented musician, charismatic, entertaining and very very well versed on the history of jazz. The whole performance was great from start to finish. The drinks wonderful. And the standard overpriced $18-$20. The food was just okay. The Ceasars salad was good but not $18 good. Thee fries were excellent! The pizza and burratta just okay. Parking here kind of ducks so I recommend you use ride share to get there. Overall a great experience. We went to the 9:30 show I might try the late show next!

    Shakoy B.

    We absolutely loved our experience at Docs. We were able to experience the " New Orleans Night at Doc's Ft. Trisha Jones! The band was amazing, Trish was fantastic and the food and service were great! Our drinks and food came extremely fast . Kudos to the staff. We order a bottle of wine and a few cocktails , pizza and shrimp dejon. We will return.

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    Keandra P.

    So I have been twice, and doubt I will be back. Parking- you can valet in there lot $10 to $20. But they have a lot across the street that's free during the week. Unfortunately they charge for the same free lot on the weekends. Which is wack. Feels like a $$ grab. You can try your luck at finding street parking. This is a new and popping area. Lots of new businesses other there, including bar Eleven Eleven next door. Came here for the first time with friends for there Disney night, and second time for there R&B night with singer Prodigy. Lots of folks on dates, and some groups. Service- Both times service was lacking. Servers barely checking on us. Noticed they were giving extra attention to large parties. And even tables that sat down after us, got there drinks before they even took our orders. Then they tried to charge us 20% gratuity for a party of 4 when there menu said they charge for party of 6 or greater. We saw online that the give complimentary house chips to there guests, but when we asked they said they don't do that anymore because the chips come from Spain and it got too expensive. The Disney night we went the power went out, and they just did the show with no mics and there back up generators. They didn't even offer compensation for the lack of full experience. But to be fair when we brought it up with the manager. They agreed to allow us to come back on the house. So I appreciate them attempting to rectify the situation, after we asked. Drinks- the first time I got the El Diablo, I think $18. I got the peach serenade the second time $20. Both drinks were ok. The place itself is intimate, tables on two levels facing the stage. And the both jazz bands were nice enough. But the service will prevent me from returning. But try it out, maybe you will have a better experience.

    Andrew J.

    I have only been to a jazz club once before, and that experience was fantastic. This visit was definitely memorable too, though for both good and bad reasons. From the moment you walk in, this place gives off a true old school Harlem Nights vibe. It instantly feels like stepping back in time. The atmosphere, decor, lighting, and overall energy create a classic jazz lounge experience that feels authentic and stylish without trying too hard. We purchased tickets online for the 6 PM show featuring David Caceres Orchestra with Kamil Bonner performing a one night tribute to Sarah Vaughan and Nina Simone. Tickets came out to about $100 total for the two of us. I will admit, that felt a little pricey considering it was essentially admission only and did not include dinner or gratuity. When we first arrived, our table was not quite ready, so they had us sit at the bar for about 10 to 15 minutes. We ordered a couple of their signature drinks, but unfortunately neither of them really impressed us. That said, the bartender was friendly, attentive, and provided good customer service throughout the wait. Once our table was ready, we were escorted over just before the show started and began looking through the dinner menu. This is where the experience became a little rough. The wait staff clearly needed additional support. After ordering another round of drinks, we went at least 30 minutes without anyone checking on us, even after the performance had already started. Our waitress kept walking by our table, and we eventually had to flag her down just to place our food order. We also repeatedly asked for utensils and were told they were coming, but they never arrived until much later. There was also a waitress in training working alongside the main server, and unfortunately it showed. She seemed overwhelmed and unsure of what she was doing, while the lead waitress appeared far too busy to properly guide her. The overall service felt disorganized and stretched thin. Oddly enough, once we finally placed our order, the food came out extremely fast. Honestly, probably too fast. Unfortunately, neither of us enjoyed our meals at all. Everything tasted bland and forgettable. I genuinely cannot even remember exactly what we ordered because it left so little of an impression. We both took a couple bites and pretty much stopped there. Thankfully, the show itself completely delivered. The music was outstanding. The band, vocals, instruments, and overall talent level were top notch. The performances mostly consisted of covers rather than original material, but they were done exceptionally well. It is definitely not a quiet or intimate dinner environment since the music is loud and immersive, but if you are there for live jazz, the energy is fantastic. We even had the chance to meet a few members of the band afterward, and they were incredibly kind and personable. There is valet parking available ranging from around $10 to $20 depending on the option you choose. This place gets crowded quickly, so I highly recommend making reservations and purchasing tickets ahead of time. Because of the strong social media buzz surrounding this venue, I do think the crowds will continue coming. However, the food and service side of the experience still need some improvement. If we return, we would probably eat elsewhere beforehand and come strictly for the music and atmosphere. The potential here is absolutely there. It just has not fully put all the pieces together yet. Still I recommend you check it out for yourself.

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    Rachel O.

    First experience wasn't bad, but also left room for improvement. Overall, the experience didn't fully reach the vibe or expectation for the evening. I really enjoyed the atmosphere as a whole, and the artist we saw was phenomenal. The service was spotty at best. Two people were coming by but didn't seem to be on the same page which caused confusion. Took 20 minutes too long to get our check which seemed to be common because I overheard another table complain. One server mentioned the show ending earlier than expected, so I'll give them the benefit of the doubt, but still disappointing. My main disappointment was the food. The menu seems thought out and interesting, but the short rib was dry and the octopus was over cooked. The desserts were okay but nothing to write home about. Not pictured is a glass of red wine and a Carajillo. Nothing would have me wanting to come back. If I decide to come to another show more than likely I'll choose to just enjoy a cocktail.

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    Jamila M.

    I first visited Doc's in mid-April for a Disney show. Unfortunately, it was raining and the power was out, so as a first-time guest, I did not feel like I got a true experience of the venue. A lot went wrong that night, but I will say our server was delightful. I spoke with the manager, Sergio, and he promised to take care of my friends and me if we decided to come back. I truly appreciate him for keeping his word! We returned this past Saturday for the Prodigy and Felix De Leon Quartet show, and the show itself was amazing. The song choices were great, the crowd was into it, and overall the energy was there. I do wish the set was a bit longer (maybe closer to 90 minutes), because it felt like it ended quickly. Unfortunately, that is where the good experience ended. Our server this time (Jiovanni/Giovanni, unsure of spelling) was rude from the moment we sat down. We were genuinely confused because we had done nothing to warrant that kind of energy. He brought water but was very short with us, and when I asked for a straw, it took a while, meanwhile, the table in front of us (a party of 8) already had drinks and food (before I had a straw). We also noticed he was much more friendly and engaging with them, while we felt... like stepchildren, honestly. We had to flag him down just to place our order because he kept rushing past our table. When we finally ordered, we tried the Peach Serenade (so good!) and the short rib empanadas. The empanadas were decent, but for $18, I do think there should be at least four instead of three. Also, a deeper dish for the sauce would help. We noticed other tables receiving complimentary chips, which we were offered on our first visit but not this time. When we asked, he brought them but then told us we would be charged $8 because they are "imported from Spain." I am sorry, but they tasted like off-brand Lays, so that was... questionable. Another issue: the menu clearly states that parties of 6 or more are charged 20% gratuity, yet our party of 4 was automatically charged 20% as well (and only 3 of us even ordered food/drinks). I had to ask for it to be removed, which I did not enjoy doing, but the service we received absolutely did not warrant an automatic 20% tip. For reference, valet is $10, but there is also a free parking lot across the street on the far right. After two subpar experiences, I do not see myself returning, but I genuinely hope others have a better time and am very thankful to Sergio for giving us a chance to come back to Docs!

    Pear dessert on point!
    Schuyler S.

    My fiancé loves Disney so I took her to a live acoustic Jazz show for their music. This building is apparently around 90 years old so the wiring is funky. The show turns from electric to acoustic with no visuals on their big screen because of this during a rain storm. Having said that, the staff and band pivoted and put in a great performance. The 90 minutes flew by and we had a great time. This place has some great appetizers/starters. I recommend you and your date just get 3-4 and split everything along with some drinks. Their pear dessert was on point. Highly recommend it! Valet is $10 for back parking (longer wait) and $20 for upfront (short wait).

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    Steve G.

    Amazing evening! This place has it all: -Great jazz! -Delicious food! -Wonderful service! -Historic location! -Terrific drinks! We are big fans of Jazz Texas in San Antonio and so glad to have a Houston location to visit!

    Tonight's band....awesome
    Robert W.

    Wow, what a great experience and show! On this Saturday night I attended the David Caceres Orchestra Ft. Kamil Bonner. They were great! Its been a long minute where I enjoyed the music and the songs as much as I did this evening. The place has been open approximately since Dec. of 2025 so not that long. The website lays out well the menu, about, events and ticket/calendar so suggest checking the website out. They have parking if you get there early enough and valet too. Would suggest getting seating there an hour at least in advance so you can get your food in advance of the show. Regarding the menu, it has a great assortment of choices that ranges from appetizers, signature dishes, cavier if you feel like dropping extra money, salads, pizza and pastas, entree's and sides. They have a full bar for various drinks too. On this night I enjoyed their Shrimp Dijon composed of shrimp sautéed in a creamy Dijon mustard, white wine, and lemon butter sauce. Served with warm, toasted sourdough for dipping. My main entree was Filet Mignon 6 oz.1855 Black Angus Steak topped with a wine reduction sauce, mashed potatoes and shrimp. We did finish it with dessert Poached Pear in Pinot Grigio Aromatic topped with creamy blue cheese and toasted walnuts. Many other great options on the menu to try out. I have to say though the best part of the night was the jazz band. They really hit out of the park. Overly impressed, which is hard for me to get excited about things these days. Oh, and it wasn't so loud that it overwhelmed your eardrums. Service was great and funny. All the way from when we were received to food orders. Crowd was good and everyone was sat in a timely too. All that said, I would and look forward to coming back again and would encourage anyone to attend one of these events along with bring your appetite.

    Amanda P.

    I came here for Disney night. They had a TV and I think they were supposed to play Disney videos in the background as they were playing. Unfortunately, it's an old bar and there was an electrical malfunction, which caused the TV to not work and also the electric guitars and that part of the band we're not able to be played. They did however, improvise, and we were still able to play via acoustic.. I would have really liked to see the full production, so I hope they do another Disney night. They did what they could and i still had a nice time. The short rib empanadas were very good along with the bruschetta. I wasn't a fan of the mini beef Wellington, though. The espresso machine was also down due to electrical issues so I was not able to get my Irish coffee.

    Garfield N.

    I ordered the heirloom bruschetta and the bread was NOT toasted. I informed the waiter and the kitchen sent out 4 slices of bread slightly more toasted. I placed it all on the same tray. Very disappointing. After the pizza came which was excellent, they got it right! It was delicious and tasty. After we had the pizza the heirloom bruschetta arrived and this time it was correct. Unfortunately, by this time we were not interested. I was very excited to Kerr Ki'ora Michelle I had listened to her for a couple years at the Palm restaurant and she did not disappoint! She sang some jazz standards doing a good job. There were technical difficulties that caused feedback. It seems the solution was to change the settings, causing the sound to be muddy. At the 1/2 way point in the set Ki'ora found her voice and the music came alive. The staff were very accommodating and available. The band "in my opinion" lacked soul and the improvisation was just ok. Sorry to be a music critic, but my expectations were very high! My experience was a crash landing. On the bright side, the theaters ambience was awesome. Would like to go there again with more realistic expectations. I am neutral regarding this business. GN3

    Outside including the marquee. It used to be a theatre and now it's a club.
    Lexi M.

    I attended an awards party and it was a private catered event. The inside is spacious and had a big elevated stage. You can sit floor level or up in the balcony area where there is a separate bar. Most seating has a good view of the stage. One of the managers Nick graciously helped me with freeing my bag from the embroidery on my dress. Somehow I managed to hook it across my dress and would've surely ripped it had I not had assistance. Service from the staff was excellent and they were efficient and friendly. The hostess got everyone sorted and seated. The food was delicious. I sampled the charcuterie and a pizza. The wine was also really nice. I had a red from Italy and they also had white wine available. The parking situation is close by with choices in a lot or some street parking. I'd love to come back on a regular evening for a performance next time I'm in Houston.

    Tiarra H.

    A friend of mine celebrated her birthday at Doc's Jazz Club, and we had an amazing time. The live jazz was exceptional, and the vibe and ambiance were classy yet perfectly chill. The service was great, and the food was good. Full transparency--we were about three shots to the wind, so I didn't get any food pics . My wife ordered the steak with mac and cheese and Brussels sprouts, and I stuck with a couple of French 75s while happily nibbling off her plate. Everything I tasted did not disappoint. Overall, Doc's delivered an incredible experience from start to finish. 10/10 -- would absolutely return.

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    Great place for live music! Food and service were also great. Would recommend this place for a great date night

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    How many people does each table seat?

    One to many -- they can put tables together.

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    It is not required to order dinner. You can order whatever you'd like.

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