Was looking for a local Jazz Lounge to take my boyfriend for his 30th. I didn't want to go somewhere crowded or rowdy since he prefers a more relaxed and serene atmosphere. I found out this lounge does late night jazz which worked perfectly for our evening plans and is near where we live. I noted that they just sold beer and wine when booking the ticket so I wasn't expecting a full bar. Tickets were available online and you had the option to select your seats. We arrived for the show and were immediately greeted by Leonard, one of the staff and musicians. He showed us our seats, pointed out the musicians, let us know they'd be starting shortly, and brought us menus with beer, wine, and a few canned cocktail options. The space was small and intimate. The musicians introduced themselves and spoke directly to the crowd before and during their show. It was awesome to feel really immersed in the experience. They did a fantastic job riffing off of each other and giving space to one another for an engaging and entertaining performance. We were really happy to find this gem and hope they can keep putting on these shows. read more

The Jazz Lounge - Doug Walker - Music Venues Near Me - San Diego, California

You have to pre order your food before you get there online. It's ok the best because it's ordered from another place. You can also bring your own wine but they will charge you a corking fee. read more

The Jazz Lounge - Live performance - Music Venues Near Me - San Diego, California

The jazz lounge is amazing! Came here on a Thursday night and enjoyed the live jazz music performance. It's a nice intimate place with local folks supporting the jazz community. Tickets can be purchased online and drinks are available for purchase. read more

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Intimate venue - amazing people and the BEST music in San Diego almost every night! Just go!!!! read more

Love love this place. Great people, wonderful talent. Comfortable surroundings. Hear from some old sage talents and some great up and comers. Leonard and Jerusha Patton are so welcoming read more

I went to purchase snacks and it had expired 3 months prior. It was super loud so I had to leave.

An updated review. They came through with flying colors and made us very happy. Well done and we cannot wait to go back. Huge thanks to the Jazz Lounge team. read more

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This is a San Diego gem. Very personal and cozy environment and great quality performers. Have not tired their food but drinks are reasonably priced along with tickets. read more

I was invited to go to The Jazz Lounge on February 15,2026. The atmosphere was beyond amazing. It's a nice, chill place to kick back and listen to music. I highly recommend stopping by. Also, the staff is amazing! read more

Had such an amazing evening of incredible music at the Jazz Lounge listening to Daniel Rotem. Miro Sprague, Karl McComas-Reichl, and Christian Euman. They were incredible! read more

Absolutely amazing experience. The music was incredible and such a fun vibe. Perfect for a date night.

Strolled into the intimate Jazz Lounge near Rolando with my sultry shawty yesterday evening to enjoy the cool vibe & live tunes. This reputable music hall is cozy & warm with excellent acoustics. Reserved seating proved to be spaciously comfortable. Sight lines are excellent. Box lunches, soft drinks, brew & wine are available for a fair price. Honestly, the minimalist supper was not bad at all. Entire service staff is friendly attentive and efficient. A brief show presented by mostly local tunesmiths started a tad tardy but was entertaining & enjoyable. Special space without a doubt. A satisfying musical experience that I would recommend for all. Stoner Grub Ranking: 5.0 read more

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Very cool spot with amazing musicians. I haven't had this kind of ambience since back in Cincinnati.

So much great jazz all the time, all different styles. It is a great sounding room, too.

Great jazz venue highly recommended. Great jazz performance by Daneen Wilburn & Kamau Kenyatta.

This rather nondescript store front jazz club is a very nice, intimate venue to hear some really cool jazz. The long, narrow space seats about 40 people at small round tables for two. Acoustics are good. Everyone receives complimentary water. Soft drinks, wine and beer are available for purchase. Service was excellent. Parking is on the street and in a small car park behind this set of stores. Overall, a very good experience. Well be back. read more

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The Ambience: Cozy, intimate, and up close The Music: Danny Green piano; Allison Tucker Amazing artists The Host, Leonard Patton, is warm, welcoming, proud (as he should be), and a phenomenal vocalist in his own right. The food: Catered from Terra : great for the price Do yourself a favor and go. . . !! read more

To honest my expectations was very high because of ratings that I saw in here. But I am kinda quite disappointed because too much talking, too much interruption,the songs was focus on antenna tv theme songs and Sesame Street song. They sing great but they could do better. I payed extra for my dessert but come to find out when I got home tiramisu is not tiramisu is banana bread pudding. After you watch a show you feel better and happy but why is it feels like I got robbed. read more

Definitely coming back! Recently attended and listened to Joshua White and fellow artists. Best way to describe the venue is that it's intimate and close to the music. Personally, I think the venue is perfect for jazz. Small round tables seat two. The host will offer complimentary small bottle of water per person. There is a small selection of beer and wine on menu as well. But to be honest, you're there for the music and to get lost in the vibe! And for a Tuesday, the venue was nicely filled. Like I said, we're coming back! read more

The Jazz Lounge - Live jazz - Music Venues Near Me - San Diego, California

I really enjoyed a concert at this venue. I found the reviews of this place online to be very good so we reserved our seats in front. If you order food you have to get tickets 24hrs in advance. They made an exception for us as we didn't know. The menu was Italian. Food was good. I had eggplant parmigiana. Drink choices were ok and wine was drinkable. Nothing high end and no mixed drinks. Music was outstanding. Concert lasted 1hr. They didn't take any drink orders during concert. Value was high. I think there could be better table service. This is a Diamond in the rough. I highly recommend it! read more

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I just attended a Stevie Wonder tribute that was amazing!!!! Leonard Patton is captivating.

We had an amazing time! The music was wonderful. The interaction with the audience was heartwarming and really inviting. We'll definitely be back! read more

Great place to hear some jazz up close and personal. Highly recommended. It's BYOB, FYI.

Went to this little club for the first (but not last) time last night. The live music was fantastic. You order your food a few days before. I forget who their catering service is but the food was great and arrived warm at our table. My son and I both ordered the asian bowl. I had the tofu he had the chicken. I could have licked the bowl. My husband ordered the cheese burger and since there wasn't a crumb left I assume his picky self like it. We booked our next visit before we left. I highly recommend this music venue. The service was friendly and prompt. read more

Such a fantastic new venue for seeing amazing Jazz! Every seat is fantastic and the sound is great. Every time I go it seems like they're adding something new. Leonard has done such a great job broadening the San Diego jazz scene. read more

The Jazz Lounge - Jazz trio - Music Venues Near Me - San Diego, California

amazing atmosphere, musicians and hosts! my wife and i will definitely be coming again soon. Thank you for making our valentine's day special! Shoutout to Leonard and the amazing band read more

I went to a performance last week for the first time and was blown away. Intimate and cozy ambience, friendly and inviting staff who know how to make the music the focus. Exceptional musicians playing great jazz. San Diego is fortunate to have this little jazz jewel. I'm looking forward to many more visits. read more

They are moving now towards Eastlake so I'll review again. But Pat Leonard is bringing good music live progressive & traditional jazz. We need more like this ! So many talented artists go unheard read more

The music was FANTASTIC in a cozy, intimate space. A screen could project on the wall behind the musicians who is playing and what events are happening soon. read more

First time here, I loved the mood and vibes, everyone so friendly enjoying the beautiful music played by Mr. Sprague, Mrs Shoemaker and Mr Patton. The place is cozy and perfect for me. It was exactly why I was expecting and more. I will be visiting again soon. Loved it. Felt like I was among friends. read more

Went here to see a show and was not disappointed! It is a small venue but it had a very cozy, intimate feel. The acoustics were great. Some beverages available. Would recommend for anyone who loves live music. Looking forward to the next show! read more

First time at this lovely intimate spot. Jazz trio was excellent! If you had tickets the last two nights, and were a no-show, you really missed out with their guest vocalist! If you reserve, just go. Food in advance orders only and limited. Drinks menu limited, but I see they have a corkage fee, so I might raid my wine collection next time. It is small and intimate, but that aspect should arouse any jazz lovers interest. Some parking behind building. Front and rear entrances. read more

Top notch cozy intimate great sounding music venue like no other place. Recommend highly

Very cozy ambiance! The acoustics are great too, I loved the concert and will definitely come back in the future!

Think New York or Chicago's best jazz venues. Small, cozy, close up experience with incredibly talented musicians and vocalists from Southern California, across the country and around the world. Eclectic offering of legendary artists, local favorites, up and coming performers, plus the bonus of a talented host/owner who's a local legend. Food for purchase in advance. Beverages for purchase onsite. Excellent customer service and friendly owners. Free parking. Shows typically sell out, so grab seats early to join the fun. read more

I discovered the Jazz Lounge shortly after it opened, when a light bulb was the only welcoming sign on El Cajon Blvd. It is a music venue like something you might find in Boston or NYC but it is in our neighborhood, providing an intimate experience with incredibly talented musicians. Dinner is tasty but optional, inexpensive wine and beer are available, and Leonard Patton exudes enthusiasm and pride, as he should. It has a family feel with Leonard's beautiful wife always greeting us with a smile. This network of musicians and music lovers is growing exponentially. The price seems really small for being up close and personal with dynamic, amazing musicians who so obviously are loving the experience. Watch out, tix will be harder to get as word gets out, this is a venue you will want to return to again and again! read more

What a wonderful experience. This is an intimate small club atmosphere. You sit close to the bandstand, which is great, and the sound level and mix are good, even so. Leonard and his wife have created a cultural gem in East San Diego. We have now visited several times and look forward to future performances. read more

We had got to see 2 different shows in the same week. Seating is close enough to see the acts and limited. The owner and artists were really laid back. You can bring your drink. If you order food you have to request in advance when you buy the tickets for the show. read more

The music was 10 star! Everyone is very friendly. We ordered the food that came along with the event and it was awful. But the experience and the quaint, jazz lounge environment made it worth every penny. read more

This place is amazing. Great music, intimate setting and nice people. Cant wait to come back! read more

The Jazz Lounge - Music Venues Near Me - San Diego, California