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Romantic
Loud
Live music
Good for dancing

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Maria V.

Love the live music. Service and ambiance was spectacular and so welcoming. Food and drinks were superb.

Spicy Wings
Kyle V.

Walking down "Restaurant Row", the host saw us looking at menus and convinced us to stop in. It's free to sit at the bar but you have to pay a cover to go into the back room where the live music is. You can still hear the music and you have a small TV screen to watch. The bartender was friendly and the drinks were ok. Happy hour was buy 1 full price drink, get a free house wine or $8 beer. We ordered some appetizers throughout the night and they were all average at best. The wings were probably our favorite as they fell off the bone so easily. The Bruschetta was pretty good as well but sharing 3 pieces of bread is annoying. The crab cake and shrimp cocktail were pretty fishy and not amazing. The calamari just seemed like typical frozen calamari rings. Overall, cool old dive bar atmosphere with live music. Drinks are better than the food and service was average.

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Esther H.

Made a reservation here for a birthday dinner and saw that they had swing lessons prior to the jazz shows so thought it would be a great experience to check out. The host at the front was very pleasant and friendly! Walked us through to our table which was located to the left of the stage. Our waiter was very nice as well, he gave us some food highlights. Before the swing class he made sure to let us know that it was starting and gave us the option of waiting to have the entrees served after the swing lessons were over so it wouldn't be cold. Paolo who was the instructor was so patient and fun ! I think it was a 15-20 minute class in front of the stage. The live band even popped in and played a great swing song to practice too! We ordered jazzy fries and calamari for appetizers, they were very good and fresh. For entrees we picked the braised beef ribs and the maple pork chop. The meat was very tender and practically fell off the bone! The show that we caught was George Gee Swing Orchestra. They were amazing and the speaker was very presentable. Overall a great experience and ambiance. Would definitely go back again!

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Torrie W.

Warning, this place may be a 5 to some and a 1 to others. Because it has the potential to be a 5, I'll leave it at just that. Here we go! Listen closely! If you missed the Sadie Hawkins dance growing up, don't worry! This place will transport you there. It has a very old-fashioned vibe, from the music to the atmosphere; you might even expect to see characters like Archie Bunker and Gloria hanging out here. My mussels were quite bland, prompting me to request every condiment available in the kitchen to add some flavor. The upside is you have the option to skip the nostalgic atmosphere and ignore the cruise ship-style performances. Many patrons, including myself, preferred sitting away from the live band in the front area, simply enjoying the company we were with. This place is puzzling, but it definitely caters to a specific taste! We weren't fond of the fact that a cover charge was required to sit close to the live entertainment. It seemed unnecessary since the band could be heard from any table. The issue arose when the wait staff focused on that specific section, making it challenging to get their attention. Identifying our waiter was difficult, as we ended up asking anyone for assistance. This is definitely and acquired taste I can't swallow! You'd have to experience yourself!

live show post jazz dance class
Tsering Y.

Recently went here for my birthday & wow!!! Everything on the menu was just delicious almost better than the service! Swing 46 really surpassed my expectations even though it was really high they still managed to exceed it. We will definitely be back for more dance classes & the intimate ambiance! It really feels like you're a regular even though it was our first time there :)

Cheese ravioli
Adi S.

Great spot for fine dinning and live jazz music. They were able to accommodate us without a reservation. The musicians were pros and it felt like I was in a movie scene. The cheese ravioli was among the best I've had. They have a wide selection of Italian dishes ($35-$50). They have a few requirements: $10-15 per person for the jazz show. $35 minimum spend per table. The ambience is pleasant. The wait staff were really courteous. However, the guy who answered the phone when I called them was very rude. So I had to take one star off.

Best Moscow Mule i've ever had! Come Monday nights for great music!
Mike W.

This is the place to go for dinner and big band jazz. Where else in the United States are you going to see a live big band playing almost every single night of the week. Welcome to nyc baby!! Great vibe, kind of exactly what you want out of a nyc jazz club. They also offer swing dancing lessons for free when the band has their break. (Although you do have to pay a cover charge to see the band) Monday nights are the best night to go - Swingadelic usually plays then - they are great!

Sidewalk Signage, 07.27.2019.
Kathryn L.

Happy Hour Review: Jonathan, Marvita & Michelle, made my impromptu visit extremely enjoyable. I was on my way to another establishment & heard the jazz music playing that drew me in. Michelle, the high spirited Hostess welcomed me with open arms as I was hesitant due to wearing my sneakers. Afterthought...it's NYC, almost everyone is in sneakers. Jonathan, the hospitable Gent working the Bar & other places throughout this renaissance style Jazz Supper Club, kindly extended more welcoming vibes my way. Amongst the BOGO Happy Hour glasses of wine, he sold me on the Vegan Lasagna, which was savorily delicious. Along my Veganism journey, I come to really appreciate the kitchen's creativity in replicating cheeses, creams, & purées alike. The portion was huge which provided me enough for a late night snack in my hotel room. Halfway through my delightful meal with the perfect jazz melodies overhead, Marvita, the other Bartender arrived & continued the engaging service Team Swing 46 is all about. Not only is she a well versed Mixologist sharing libations insight, her interaction was just as pleasant & neighborly. The perfect top off was not the inexpensive Happy Hour prices & top notch service. It was the friendly patrons at the bar socializing with you as if you're a local. I didn't stay late enough to watch the live band which starts at 9P & is staged in the back of the dinner club. Yet, most definitely will be back upon my return visit to NYC. Located on Restaurant Row in the Heart of the Theatre District of Times Square, Swing 46 also offers a DJ, Swing Dancing & free lessons. Many thanks Team 46 for a "swing" of a good time.

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Great jazz, great atmosphere. Sit in the front room by the bar and enjoy! The food was quite good.

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Ask the Community - Swing 46

Im planning on taking my husband here after dinner on a Saturday night. Do I need a reservation? What's the cover fee? Is it just sitting and listening to live music, or is there dancing involved?

You only need a reservation if you want a table. I have t been there in a bit but it was around $20 to get in plays you must check your coat. There is dancing! There is a bar area to hang out in but if you want to sit in the room with the band and… Read more

Are you expected to dine there? What if you want to just pay the jazz cover to enjoy music and drinks AFTER dinner?

That's fine! No one will press you to buy food. At least in my experience.

Do they still charge you a fee if you have dinner reservations?

Yes, to see the live music, it is $15/person.

Is this place accessible (including the bathroom)?

I would say no. There are steps down to get into the venue, then a staircase down to get to the bathroom.

Do lindy hoppers regularly dance here?

They were dancing it on the Thursday while I was there.

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