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.

Some friends and I attended an event here on a Saturday evening. We attended the 730pm slot that…read moreended around 9pm. The had another session after the one we attended because we saw people lined up as we were leaving. Please remember to bring the debit/ credit card you used to pay for the event. One of the staff was a bit adamant about seeing the card we used to pay even after we showed her our confirmation email and photo ID. The small and intimate sitting area was full. The staff are strict with seating arrangements to ensure everyone has a great view which is accommodating. You are allowed to BYOB. Now to the best part, the musicians. We enjoyed a hour and a half of pure bliss. The musicians were so talented and played from the heart and soul and you felt it. The music was low key to sit back and relax and then upbeat to do a little movement in your chair. lol. This is definitely a place to visit and enjoy some cool jazz in Brooklyn.

This is a one-of-a-kind setting and performance of jazz and bebop. As with most jazz concerts,…read moreimprov is encouraged so you may get other flavors too from the blues to an upbeat rag. As you ascend the stairs into a well-preserved 19th century brownstone, a man will take your coat as you admire the original finishings and molding. The jazz concerts have been operating in the same room for over 16 years, and currently do so from Fri-Sunday. The owners are so passionate about jazz and Bed-Stuy. When you buy your ticket, you'll see a list of rules, like a dress code of no jeans, hoodies, or backpacks. Years ago, these tickets used to include a fish dinner, but that ended with the pandemic. Get tickets as soon as you verbally agree to plans or else they'll sell out. Only about 20 patrons can fit, so you can bring a small group or even go alone. The musicians know each other well and joke together. The bass and piano instruments are a little banged up on the wood due to year of use, but the pitch is right on target. Although classy, Brownstone Jazz isn't too uppity and unapproachable no matter your musical knowledge. The vibes are intimate, vintage, soulful, and welcoming. The emcee, one of the owners, is excited about birthdays and audience involvement, so absolutely raise your hand if you're celebrating. If you speak another language, you may be asked to translate a song title just to get conversation and context flowing.

We celebrated my friend's 82nd birthday and the food, service and ambiance were great! The jazz…read moresinger was awesome too! Thanks for a great night and we will be back! Escargot and bones is a must have! I also had the grilled octopus which was delicious!

usually I wouldn't credit an ambiance too much but I get it here…read more - the two story liquor shelves accessible only by ladders, the rich colored abstract murals and the open stage with live music that doesn't pierce your eardrops....mwah - sitting at a large table in cushioned seats we enjoyed a variety of cocktails. their version of a pornstar martini which they maturely call a rockstar martini, came with not only a sidecar of Prosecco, but also of popping Boba. - espresso martini was very savory and espresso dominant, tasted fine but i could make better - the Parker house roll is singular for a reason....It is one roll you can cut apart. however, it was so light yet also incredibly buttery that we all were happy with our singular bite. - the burger was larger than expected for a restaurant with high price tags and small plates. melt in your mouth double patties with crispy outter flakes stacked with a pungent cheese, pickles and cut of Romain for crispness. the shoestring fries were good but no aioli was disappointing - the steak was shockingly bland even in the sauce. the chicken combined truffle with poultry well but the sauce was what carried the dish. It

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.

Simply incredible, truly. This is what you would expect a NYC jazz club to be, beautiful intimate…read moresetting, comfortable seating, not too noisy. The service was superb. Yes, I got the fact that food was basically pre-prepared and served almost immediately, but I did not mind. It was delicious and didn't taste manufactured. The services was beyond friendly and I was genuinely, pleasantly surprised. I did not mention the band, which was the highlight of the evening, but I am guessing even a D-level group would be elevated to an A+ by this venue.

I had a lovely experience at Birdland! The venue offers great views of the performance from your…read moretable. It's a very intimate and cozy environment, and the musical act was excellent. For dessert, we had the warm chocolate sponge cake. I thought it was alright, but nothing to write home about. Although, I did enjoy my coffee drink. Our server was nice and our drinks and dessert came out within a reasonable amount of time. This was a great experience for my first time at a jazz club!

Waiting game: I arrived on a Friday evening at 8pm and was seated by 9:30pm. This is an average…read morewait time, esp if you aren't already lined up before they open before 5pm. Usually two lines, starting from the wooden benches immediately in front of the entrance all the way to the dry hotpot place next door. Food: 5/5! I surprisingly loved the jellyfish salad, as it was a refreshing bite after eating the rich and savory okonomiyaki. The uni croquette was actually one of the better ones I had. Food comes out relatively quick. Its nice to order lots of diff items and share. I am from SoCal so usually japanese food in Manhattan doesn't always wow me but their drinking food was great. Drinks: 5/5 Also loved the drinks. The mandarin (?) slush was slightly sweet and well balanced. The matcha cocktail was stronger but had a great green tea flavor. (Sorry I don't remember the names of the drinks) READ THIS: One thing I will say to smaller groups 1-3 people is that you may be asked to move multiple times during your meal. The staff attempts to maximize the seat space as people come and go, even if that means you and your friends have to move a couple tables down. This doesn't bother me, but I def noticed some couples on their date night getting annoyed about the frequent interruption and relocation. I will always recommend Tomi Jazz. I hope they do not implement a reservation system because it would probably make it impossible for out of town visitors to enjoy. Will be back!

Cool experience, but the queueing process is fairly annoying. I showed up around 4:30 on a Thursday…read moreand was one of the first few people let in. There are around 30-35 seats. The band's first set is 6-8:30, and people generally stick around until it ends. So if you aren't seated in the first wave you might have to wait several hours, unless enough people get up and leave. The space inside is pretty cramped, at the bar I was definitely bumping elbows with the people next to me. Otherwise the experience was pretty similar to a West Village jazz club. The food was pretty good and slightly cheaper than I expected per item. The curry croquette was crispy and flavorful. The plum rice balls had an intense salty filling, but there was a lot of relatively unseasoned rice on the outside that made the whole thing feel a bit unbalanced. The yaki udon was tasty though, savory with a ketchupy sauce and some crunchy veg. The food plus $10 cover charge, tax, tip, and card fee came to about $50 for me. I probably could've skipped the onigiri though as I definitely ordered too much food, which probably would've brought it down to around $40. This is about on par with the West Village jazz clubs, but you get food instead of two cocktails, which I vastly prefer. It's not worth waiting several hours for, though.

Beautiful space with a view of Central Park South. Great acoustics. There were risers with office…read morefurniture like chairs. They were reasonably comfortable and there was plenty of room. Great medium sized jazz venue.

Do enjoy jazz, but don't regularly go listen to a live performance except on a really special…read moreoccasion. My friends had an extra ticket to "Big Band Afrobeat to Afrobeats: Ulysses Owens Jr. with Michael Olatuja" in Jazz at Lincoln Center's The Appel Room. My first time here, I was really excited. The room has a great view over Columbus Circle and, equally important super acoustics. Overall, it was a sensational evening and recommend you check out their programs. To add, our tickets enable us to head afterwards to the adjacent Dizzy's Club without a cover, where there was a fantastic small jazz trio. An amazing evening!

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!!

This was my first visit. I will say for positives that the food is great. I had the chicken breast…read moreand subbed out the lentil salad for potatoes, and the server was good about making that requested substitute. The cheese plate was good and the server made great selections / recommendations for us on cheese to try. The server was very attentive. The music was great. It's a fun and lively place to get some food and hear some great jazz! However, they do not show online when choosing a seat that there is a column in front of the seats over to the right hand side of the venue when you enter, right by the stage if you choose those seats.

I had one of the most disappointing and frankly unacceptable experiences at Smoke Jazz & Supper…read moreClub on March 28th for the 10 PM show. Let me be clear, the main redeeming aspect of this place is the talent on stage. The musicians were exceptional and deserved far better than the environment surrounding them. I ordered a scotch neat, something I'm very familiar with, and immediately knew something was off. When I politely flagged down a waiter, he responded with visible annoyance, as if I was inconveniencing him by being a paying customer. I explained the issue and simply asked if it could be checked or replaced. Instead of addressing it professionally, he walked away without a word, returned holding the bottle and my glass, and said, "this is what you were poured," before carelessly tossing the drink back onto the table. No apology. No explanation. Just attitude. It escalated from there. When I confronted him about his behavior, he denied it outright and then doubled down with an aggressive, confrontational stance, getting in my face and effectively threatening me. His exact words? "If I tossed your drink on the table, it would have been all over you!", and "Man, shut yo ass!" Completely unprofessional and unacceptable in any setting, let alone an establishment that positions itself as upscale. The manager's response was just as disappointing. Instead of addressing the behavior of his staff, he blamed me, asking why I "chased" the waiter and suggesting I should have gone directly to him. That's not how basic customer service works. I tried to resolve the issue directly, respectfully, and without escalation, something his employee clearly had no interest in. I was thinking if I talk to the waiter first, he wouldn't get in trouble with his manager. To make matters worse, the manager continued to defend the waiter rather than de-escalate the situation. At that point, it was clear this wasn't a one-off issue; it's a reflection of how this place operates. I paid my bill and left. For a venue that attracts world-class jazz talent, it's astonishing how low the standard of service is. This place is doing a disservice to the artists who perform there. I will never return, and I would strongly caution anyone expecting a professional, respectful experience to look elsewhere.