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    Jazzy’s Cabaret

    3.4 (63 reviews)

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    Mac & Cheese and Candied Yam Empanadas
    Don A.

    Let's start with the entertainment! The Keenan Asbridge Sextet was amazing! We were there with a decent sized group and I did run out of libations once, but I'll let it slide. What? Sure, because the food outshines any complaint I could muster. The dishes that stood out the most were the Batiste and the Jerk Pineapple Bowl. I haven't had anything like that pineapple bowl for a decade or more. Amazing flavors with the contrast of jerk, sweet pineapple and cilantro! Amazing, yeah I know I said that already, but it's worth repeating. Let me spend a moment on the Mac and Candied Yam Empanadas. It comes with a spicy jam dipping sauce. And we were fighting over the last pieces. It was that incredible. I know, my contrasting flavors thing is a theme, but it's true. And delicious !! I have to spend a paragraph on the drinks. We tried most of them. Very inventive. Kudos to the mixologist responsible for our favorite! Ding ding ding! The John Coltrane! A refreshing mixture of lychee, lime and rum. Amazing! I second place, we're going by the number of us that reordered, was the Dorothy Dandridge. That was a Passionfruit Lemonade concoction that was amazing as well. Can't wait to make a return trip. Until then, I'm dreaming about empanadas!

    Inside
    Lamarr E.

    CT doesn't offer alot of black restaurants with live music, so Jazzy's feels like a breath of fresh air. I love that it's nestled right downtown. We visited on a Sunday so it wasn't very busy and no reservations were needed. They didn't have live music but the r&b playlist was on point. It's a big spot with tons of seating. The food was good, every thing was well prepared. I didn't feel very sluggish or tired afterwards. I wasn't a fan of the Mac and cheese or the beer selection though. The Mac was a little dry and the tap was broken for the draft beers. Overall, it's definitely worth checking out for the good vibes.

    Great ambiance - such a vibe
    Alisha L.

    Haven't had a bad moment yet! Food is always amazing Drinks are great even the virgin drinks! Some kid friendly nights which is amazing Jazzy's gets 10's all around

    Marley
    Karissa D.

    Made a last minute reservation for Friday evening, which I'm glad I did because it was lit! Decor: So because I was involved with my phone trying to pay for parking as I walked in, I didn't get to see what the first room looks like. The second room with the bar had a cute little setup with vintage looking couches and greenery/candles around the bar. Although I think the candles should of been lit, from what I can remember I think they were real so maybe some battery operated ones for safety reasons would add to the ambiance. The one thing that did stick out were the window curtains, I'm not sure if it's the color or the material but they could definitely be improved. They just seemed out of date. But I'm sure as time goes buy this place will make its tweaks here and there. Ambiance: Love love love the ambiance! They had a live band with a singer on stage which definitely set the mood. Everyone really seemed to be enjoying themselves. It's definitely a vibe! Service: As soon as I walked in and told the hostess my name she sat my friend and I down at a cute little table (definitely a great place for a date). Although it was really busy, no one seemed to have any attitudes, everyone looked like they were in a good mood...which definitely sets a tone. Our waiter Kevin, was super friendly, smiled the whole time and checked in on us. His pleasant demeanor definitely added to the experience! Drinks: I ordered the Hector Lavoe, per Kevin's recommendation. Now I have to admit when I first tasted it I told my friend "this taste like juice" aka where is the alcohol lol...even though it was tasty. It was the only drink I had and by the time I left I was tipsy . So I will be ordering drinks again next time I'm in lol Food: The honey cornbread was so damn good, we had to order another to go! The Marley was also delicious, I'm super picky with my chicken and most of the time it's not cooked to my liking, but this chicken, damn...I can't remember the last time I enjoyed restaurant chicken like that. It had the right amount of flavoring and crisp on the outside and just the right amount of sweetness to it. The cabbage was yummy . The plantains were also good. They had flavor which some restaurants miss on. My least favorite thing on my plate was the rice and peas, it lacked flavor so I had to douse it in hot sauce. I had leftovers the next night, which for the exception of the rice I heated up in the air fryer along with the cornbread. Woooooo I tore those leftovers up! The rice actually tasted better from sitting in the box with the chicken and cabbage. The portions are great and you definitely get your money's worth! Nothing worst than paying over $20 on a skimpy meal...but I got to eat twice . Actually the worst is when you spend that much and the food sucks which in this case it did not! Winning! I'll be back for Catfish next. Thank you!

    Party jollof rice + chicken tenders with "sexy" sauce
    Eunice I.

    Aesthetic here was very nice. Decor has a soulful vibe with the deep red walls, hanging plants, and posters of famous musicians. Also, there was a great throwback of old school songs playing. It was also very spacious here with lots of seating for dining which I appreciated. My friend and I had no issues getting seated on a Saturday night so that was a plus. The crowd was definitely more grown which I appreciated too. Service was pretty good, but I think staff, should know more about the food on the menu. I asked the bartender about the party jollof, as I'm Nigerian, and wanted to know how they make theirs. She had no clue how to to explain it to me and asked about 4 other people before getting back to me that it's their take on Haitian jollof which is odd since jollof is not a Haitian dish, but West African. Also, I wouldn't call the rice I was served jollof--more like rice pilaf with some tomato stew added. I also ordered the sexy tenders as a side. They were good, though. Not sure what flavor the sauce was, but it had tang to it. I wouldn't mind ordering those again, if I returned.

    Yams, collards, cornbread and Buffalo chicken tenders.
    DEBORAH T.

    Came in for the Thursday night comedy night. Arrived around 5pm and stayed till about 10pm. The decor is very interesting and the album covers are very nostalgic so its a nice trip down ole school memory lane. The bartender on duty when we 1st got there was very attentive and cool. She basically took care of us all night even through other waitstaff came in on duty after her. We ordered wings and was tod after order was placed that they didn't have any which I thought was odd for a restaurant to be having a comedy event and your out of your number item. But we found other things to order and enjoy (please sleep pics) and everything was really good and filling. The music and the comedy show was ok the last comedian that was very funny. I would recommend and return to Jazzy's again. Give them a try!

    Nina Simone
    Janay S.

    This restaurant is on the newer side. I went 2 times last week and might I say I was extremely impressed. The food was delicious and the ambiance was just relaxed and calm. It had a beautiful Renaissancence jazz vibe. The owner and his wife are awesome and will definitely make you feel welcomed. The only cons of this restaurant is some of the servers/bartenders are very unseasoned, need more training with being swifter and alittle more attentive. Although that was our only problem the waiter we had was extremely nice. I highly recommend this restaurant, its something different yet very good!

    Cornbread is really great
    Dalisha P.

    Initially I came here to do a take out order, when I got to the establishment I changed my mind . The staff was more than welcoming with letting me sit at the bar to enjoy the experience. I was pleased for the most part. Service was slow that was my only complaint. I'm sure as time goes on they will be properly staffed. The drinks were tasty which is a plus. Moving forward to the food, everything I ordered was delicious. The meal truly got the job done , I was very satisfied. Appetizers I had deviled eggs. Fried chicken , Mac and cheese, collard greens, and cornbread made the entree spread All so good! The place is a good vibe. You should experience it if you're ever in New Haven .

    Marley! A great portion size and very delicious!
    Tyrone W.

    I had a wonderful experience the last three times I did take out at Jazzy's. The take out option was convenient where I could either order online or through Grubhub. Every time I walked in, I was always greeted with a smile by the hostess or owners Jason or Morgan. The ambiance was amazing with the neo-soul music in the background, laid-back low lighting & stylish decor. The first time I had the Marley which consisted of mouth watering fall of the bone barbecued jerk chicken. The Caribbean cabbage, rice and peas and baked plantains were such a wonderful sweet and spicy combination. I also had a side of flavorful Southern Fried Okra & some classic Fried Chicken. The second time around I had the Magnolia. This meal consisted of a very generous amount of jumbo shrimp which could put any New Orleans restaurant to the test! The cauliflower rice and collard greens as well as the plantains were flavored to perfection. The Side order of Honey Butter Cornbread was simply mmmm! The third time I enjoyed the Wu-Tang which consisted of Asian orange ginger chicken, fried rice, chopped bok choy, and marinated cucumbers. This meal was delicious! I was very impressed with the diverse types of dishes Jazzy's had to offer. Not only does Jazzy's have great food, they also have a number of events such as jazz, R&B performances & upcoming comedy performances to name a few. I'll certainly be back at Jazzy's for many times to come!

    William R.

    Jazzy's has a really neat vibe. The decor and lighting set a great mood. It is a mix of a classy jazz club and a trendy urban bar. Each plate was an excellent balance of flavors and components. The entrees consist of a thoughtful combination of protein, carb and veggie, each making a complete meal. The Outkast has fried chicken, sweet potatoes and collard greens. The chicken was suuper crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. It all came out pretty much perfectly. My only complaint was the collards were a bit salty. The drink menu is quite expansive. Although we came for dinner I have a feeling this is an amazing night spot. Especially because they host shows of all kind. Next time we'll catch a comedy show with some drinks!

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