NYC Jazz Clubs, Venues, and Brunch.
New York City’s jazz scene is legendary, offering everything from iconic clubs to cozy brunch spots. Here’s your ultimate guide to the best jazz venues across NYC, where live music keeps the spirit of jazz thriving.
Harlem
BILL'S PLACE
148 W 133rd St(212) 555-1347A
Historic speakeasy where Bill Saxton performs live jazz every Friday and Saturday night.
MINTON'S PLAYHOUSE
206 W 118th St
(212) 555-5678
Known as the birthplace of bebop, featuring live music by emerging and legendary artists.
GINNY'S SUPPER CLUB
310 Lenox Ave
(212) 555-4789
A speakeasy-style jazz venue under Red Rooster Harlem offering jazz and soulful dishes.
449 LA
449 Lenox Ave
(212) 555-3382
Intimate venue with a relaxed atmosphere featuring diverse live jazz performances.
LONDEL'S RESTAURANT
2620 Frederick Douglass Blvd
(212) 555-8391
Harlem’s staple known for Southern dishes and live jazz music during certain evenings.
RENAISSANCE HARLEM
2245 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd
(212) 555-9204
A cozy spot for Sunday jazz brunches, offering live jazz music in a quieter environment.
Upper West Side
SMOKE JAZZ & SUPPER CLUB
2751 Broadway
(212) 555-1234
Known for its weekend jazz brunch and evening jazz performances.
CLEOPATRA'S NEEDLE
2485 Broadway
(212) 555-6532
An intimate venue featuring nightly jam sessions for local jazz musicians.
THE CONSULATE
519 Columbus Ave
(212) 555-4123
A sophisticated French-American restaurant that features a jazz trio during weekend brunches.
THE ELLINGTON
936 Amsterdam Ave
(212) 555-7834
Features live jazz during weekend brunches, making it a cozy spot for brunch lovers.
Midtown
BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB
315 W 44th St
(212) 555-7654
A classic jazz club known for big band nights and live performances from prominent jazz musicians.
THE IRIDIUM
1650 Broadway
(212) 555-6743
Known for its association with Les Paul and featuring regular live jazz guitar music.
SWING 46 JAZZ & SUPPER CLUB
349 W 46th St
(212) 555-8291
Featuring live jazz music, swing dancing, and a full-service dining experience every night.
THE CARNEGIE CLUB
156 W 56th St
(212) 555-4921
Offers a weekly Sinatra Saturdays with a live jazz band performing Sinatra classics.
CAFE CARLYLE
35 E 76th St
(212) 555-4937
A classic spot for live jazz music in an elegant setting, often features prominent jazz artists.
WINNIE'S JAZZ BAR
63 W 38th St
(212) 555-5728
Located in the Refinery Hotel, featuring live jazz with an old-school atmosphere.
VALERIE
45 W 45th St
(212) 555-2456
Hosts a Sunday jazz brunch with live jazz in a stylish Midtown setting.
THE LAMBS CLUB
132 W 44th St
(212) 555-8427
Jazz brunch every Sunday, featuring live jazz in a sophisticated setting.
THE PLAZA HOTEL – PALM COURT
768 5th Ave
(212) 555-4900
Refined jazz brunch on Sundays with a live jazz band and upscale menu.
TOMI JAZZ
239 E 53rd St, Basement Level
(212) 555-2047
A hidden gem for live jazz performances in an intimate setting, with a small plates menu and a cozy ambiance.
Tribeca
THE DJANGO
2 6th Ave (Roxy Hotel)
(212) 555-7345
Subterranean jazz bar inspired by Parisian speakeasies, featuring live jazz Thursday to Saturday.
1801 RESTAURANT
57 Murray St
(212) 555-8732
Offers live jazz on Wednesday evenings, creating a relaxed atmosphere with smooth jazz trios.
BUBBY'S TRIBECA
120 Hudson St
(212) 555-9990
Known for its Saturday jazz brunch, offering a relaxed atmosphere with live jazz.
TEMPLE COURT AT THE BEEKMAN
5 Beekman St, FiDi
(212) 555-8821
A Sunday jazz brunch with a live jazz quartet creating an elegant atmosphere.
Greenwich Village
VILLAGE VANGUARD
178 7th Ave S
(212) 555-3921
The iconic basement venue featuring nightly jazz, home to the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra on Mondays.
BLUE NOTE
131 W 3rd St
(212) 555-6538
Featuring nightly jazz from well-known artists; hosts jazz brunch on Sundays.
SMALLS JAZZ CLUB
183 W 10th St
(212) 555-3478
A classic basement jazz bar offering intimate jam sessions and nightly performances.
MEZZROW JAZZ CLUB
163 W 10th St
(212) 555-1115
Cozy piano bar with acoustic sets almost every night.
