A personal favorite when in SoHo. The place itself is smaller but a great venue. There's always…read moregood music and fast drink service. You'll find me here after 10pm during the week and on weekends. No consideration. Just go.

This blues club offers exceptional live music from talented musicians and a wide selection of…read morewhiskeys and cocktails for over 30 years. Performance was amazing as always, drinks were good. Service was outstanding. Atmosphere was lovely, glad to see young generations come to embrace with amazing sound of blues, and also see older generations bring their grand kids too. Want to mention the $20 cash cover charge and that seating is first-come, first-served.

This is a multipurpose space. There is sit down dining. There's a huge bar and there's also dancing…read morespace with a giant disco ball and some Dj music. On a Tuesday night, not only do they have Tuesday Taco specials, They also had trivia night, which all the people dining in willingly participated in. Vibrant environment for young people. Staff are super friendly. Our waiter was very accommodating and helpful. They were out of many signature drinks, which was disappointing. However, they made a killer espresso martini. Fried pickles for appetizer were just OK. Nothing to write home about I'd skip next time. Mike's hot honey carrots with yogurt for appetizer were absolutely incredible. I could eat this for the whole meal and be happy. The recommended $39 bbq ribs were dry, old, fatty and meh. Skip and get the brisket, which was incredibly tender and flavorful. $44 BBQ sampler platter was the way to go. You get to try many different kinds of meat and the portion is perfect. It can even be shared between two people. Ribs were disappointing, spicy sausage was surprisingly amazing, brisket was fantastic, and chicken was the star of the show. I've never been a fan of chicken, but this chicken was next level. The meat was so flavorful, tender and juicy. Still dreaming of the chicken and will return for it anytime. You must try it--you'll thank me later. Sides of garlic, broccoli, sweet potato fries, and potato salad were surprisingly great. I'd order those sides again. On a Tuesday night they close at 10:30 PM and everyone was asked to leave, which felt rushed.

The place is really cute and nice. Came for a coworkers engagement. Resy was 1:30 and everyone was…read moreon time and seated. I do feel like they were rushing us at times especially maybe there is a time limit for a party or event. The food for the event was family style. So grits, French toast, bacon and A crab bene was served. The food was good. Nice display of what they have to offer for Brunch. I seen the menu online and they offer a lot of choices. The place is good for parties. The table was sort of awkward as you need to have one side scoot into a tiny space. (Wasn't a fan of that). Music was good vibes. I think it was how the servers were like "are you done" after 20 mins into eating and getting served and then quickly packing everything up. Sort of friendly but seemed like they just wanted to turn a table fast. Don't really live in the area, so idk if I'd be back It's a good place to check out. Just maybe notyncuomof tea.

My wife and love Jazz music and when my son said his friend works at one and we could go if we…read morewanted, we said of course we would. I was so surprised by the crowd that was there to listen to jazz. The club is small and with the long line of people waiting to get in, the club got full instantly. We were early that we got front seats. It was a nice band and it just made the evening enjoyable and we got to meet up with our son's friend.

Kinda wild that I didn't write a review the last time I was in this jazz joint…read more Last time I popped into the 2am show and it blew my sox off. I saw Miki Yamanaka randomly for the 1st time. But apparently i missed writing a review. Maybe because there are many glowing reviews already. But may I put my 5 star review on the pile. This time we caught the 2pm Sunday open jam. We were smartly near the front of the line so we got my favorite spot, right on the bar rail near the stage. The drinks were good and strong, the service was quick and succinct. The jam was incredible. I didn't know all the guys but the guy on drums is a legend named muppet. He held back on his solos on the first 2 songs. On the third, when the baton was passed to him, he ripped off an impressive solo that would be amazing for anyone, and he is 93. We had to dip out to catch our flight, but cant wait to stop in again next time.

A friend told me I had to go to Winnie's for the ambience. It is a gorgeous, cozy spot with great…read morelive music. The other night, I had a waitress named Lily that made me want to become a regular. She was so sweet when I spilled my drink. Even gave me some food recommendations when I asked. Great attention to detail. I will be telling everyone I know about this place! Thank you Winnie's.

I enjoyed the ambiance and service at this jazz club last night, the performers were talented…read more However I took off three stars because I think the drinks were made with bad alcohol. I had my first hangover the next morning after one cocktail. And it disrupted my sleep and work the next day. The drink, the lonely monk, tasted good but I had no idea it es going to give me a hangover. For the price $21 premium liquor should have been used. I just got one drink last night. I never got a hangover before ever and I'm used to social drinking. No idea what happened.

Warning: strong drinks! However, they are $25 a pop, so they better be . Our server, Bianca, was…read morethe best. Light food menu, but saw many people order the burger and eat the whole thing. Bathrooms were located all the way in the back, past the red curtains. One star deducted for the matches being out Free Jazz on Wednesdays and Club Nights Th-Sat. Would come back on another night to truly gauge the whole vibe. Word to the wise, do not get here too early in the night or you will be the only one!

Laissez Faire is a bar/speakeasy located downstairs at the Beekman Hotel, with its entrance tucked…read moreaway in a discreet alley. A bit shady haha!I came here for a date around 8 PM, when the atmosphere was still quiet and intimate--perfect for conversation. As the night progressed, things picked up by 10 PM. The lights dimmed, the music turned up, and tables were moved aside to make room for a dance floor. The energy completely shifted into a fun, lively vibe. Cocktails were well crafted, and the service was excellent--our server was friendly and attentive throughout the night.

We were pleasantly surprised that we were seated near the stage since they were reportedly all…read morebooked when we made the reservation. Depending on how long guests stay sometimes those seats are available as a first come first served so we were lucky. Our server was great and she explained the menu. I opted for the chefs menu which did not disappoint. Every course was thoughtfully prepared and delicious. It was fun to try everything including their starter course of three items. The oyster miso was quite a stand out for me. All of the fish prepared was delicate and lovely. The Parker rolls were soft and a nice complement. My friend who is less adventurous with seafood opted for their shrimp tempera roll, which was as good as you could make a shrimp tempera roll. Well prepared as well as their charcuterie board which we could not finish after everything. It was a memorable night I won't forget with nice entertainment and great staff. My partner held my hand as we walked back to the hotel which never happens. Quite a night thank you!

Went here for a casual get together with some colleagues when I was in NY. The Jazz vibes were…read morehonestly the reason to pick this place. It's a low key establishment from the outside but once you are in it feels a lot more trendy. The stage is right in the front and all the tables can get a good view of the stage. The music can be loud at times and the ambience is more on the dimly lit side but still a great spot. The service was great, and the drink selection was cool too. I would definitely pick from the selection of speciality cocktails. I got the smoked old fashioned (or similar) and that was potent, Smokey and delicious. We also got a few bites to eat. Other than the tuna tartare (didn't feel fresh) everything we got was nice - nigiri combo, kimchi fried rice, kings toast.... Nice drinks, nice atmosphere, good food and great service!!

The first thing that hits you as you walk in is how French the decor feels. It might be just an…read moreassociation though. There is a jazz place near the Notre Dame that is the spitting image of this establishment, sans thick plumes of tobacco smoke. The stage is the prominent feature, Lit well in vibrant earth tones. We were served promptly and jovially. The water glass was replenished consistently. Now I have to speak on the selections. I had the "Smoked Duck Club". To say this dish exploded with flavor doesn't do it justice. Amazing complexity. The Ahi Tuna Tartare didn't share that complexity. The dish was very fresh, but monotone in flavor. What wasn't monotone was the band. "Third Suprise" was exciting and dynamic. My date Had such an awesome time. 5 stars: I'm recommending this place to everyone. I'll be checking periodically for an excuse to come back.

Django is tucked downstairs on the lower level of The Roxy Hotel in Lower Manhattan. You're in this…read moredim, rock facade, little jazz room and all of a sudden, it almost feels like you're in a cave. The walls, low glow, curved little nooks and the tables, are packed close to the stage and give Django this moody, Gatsby feel. Hubs and I came on a Tuesday for the 7pm show to see our friend Abe Fogle and his jazz band- but he's also Rob Thomas' drummer. Since my summer break has basically left me open to go out on a weeknight, off we went. And what a show he and his band gave! The acoustics are great. What I loved was how close everything feels. The drums hit, the bass fills the room, then there's the piano, guitar, etc. And seeing someone we actually love up on this stage playing, was even better. Some housekeeping: there's a two drink minimum PER person: drinks are $20 a pop. Do the math. But I'll say this: my two drinks were POWERFUL. Hubs' two were powerful too. Food isn't required, but we wanted some bites. We ordered the crab cake which by itself, was delicious. You could actually taste the crab. But- as someone who doesn't eat tartar sauce, mayo, mustard or any other sauces like that, that creamy tartar/remoulade-type situation, I didn't like. It's not you. It's me. The ahi tuna tartare app was a total yes though. Django isn't really a "come here for dinner and somebody happens to be playing music" place. I mean....the music is the point.

Normally a live music bar but manager Alex kills it for the NBA finals! Great live steam, great…read moreseating (make a reservation beforehand :))

The Black Soul Experience show at The Groove was the highlight of an excellent trip to New York!…read more Our reservations were easily recognized and we were seated right away. The room is small so all seats get good views and sound. My chicken pesto sandwich arrived quickly and was delicious. The fries were thin, hot, and crisp! I washed the meal down with a French 75. Excellent! I remember when Cafe Wha was THE party. Sadly, that isn't true anymore. I'm happy to say that the party is alive and well, and living at the Black Soul Experience at The Groove, led by entertainer extraordinaire Antwon Robinson. He and the band will make you dance 'till you sweat and sing 'till you're hoarse! This show is a great time hearing live music by talented, energetic musicians. They played pop, R&B, soul, rap, go-go, and reggae! Something more special than good music happened. Antwon shouted out Trinity's birthday and congratulated her onstage along with several other birthdays. He asked where people were visiting from. At first I was bored by all of the shoutouts, but over the course of the evening Antwon built community among strangers. As we left we wished each other Happy Birthday and safe travels back to our hometowns. The beauty of community is much needed in these times and I credit Antwon with creating a wave of kindness and human recognition. Go see this show! I highly recommend!

I've recently gotten interested in jazz, so when I found out we'd be going to NYC, I began looking…read moreto see which of the many jazz clubs we should check out. The consensus was easily the Village Vanguard, so we went ahead and made a reservation for our first night. We arrived almost an hour before showtime and the place was already quite busy. We nevertheless were shown to a table very close to the stage, so yeah, it's definitely a good idea to get there early. By the time the show started, the place was packed. I'd read that they really cram you in there like sardines and that's certainly not an exaggeration. But for me, that was part of the charm. We were there to see Miguel Zenon and his band, and right from the first notes, I knew we were watching something really special. They were absolutely mindblowing and the stellar acoustics of the room enhanced the experience considerably. Yep, the Village Vanguard is as amazing and unmissable as I'd hoped. Just the history of that room alone is worth the cost. We'll definitely be back.

We had the 10pm show and arrived around 9:40, only to find a line already forming outside. Once the…read moredoors opened, the room filled up almost instantly. And then we discovered our seats came with a complimentary pole directly between us and the stage. We basically had an unobstructed view of... the drummer. But honestly, the atmosphere made up for it. This place has that legendary, old school jazz club feel, cozy, intimate, slightly cramped in the best possible way, and filled with people who were genuinely excited to be there. Each ticket comes with a minimum one drink purchase, and once the music started, the pole became a little less important. The saxophone, piano, and drums were all fantastic, and the musicians completely pulled us into the show. We'll definitely be back.