All NYC Jazz Clubs

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Blue Note: 131 W 3rd St. at 6th Ave. - (212) 475-8592 In the heart of Greenwich Village this premier jazz room hosts a constant roster of name musicians from Nancy Wilson to Herbie Hancock. Billed as "The Worlds Finest Jazz Club" you can enjoy dinner or just the show in this comfortable setting.
Bottom Line: 15 W 4th St. at Mercer St. (212) 228-7880 Also located in the thick of Greenwich Village the Bottom Line is a concert club where you'll find musicians ranging from George Duke to Rockapella & plenty in between. Almost all of the seats have good vantage points. But get there early.
Bradley's: 70 University Pl. at 11th St. - (212) 228-6440 Here you can see some of the greatest musicians in the world on the band stand, and more often then not in the house catching up with their colleagues. You'll find a very intimate atmosphere where you can have dinner as well or just come for the set in this greatly respected room.
Iridium: 44 W 63rd St. at Clmbs Ave. - (212) 582-2121 The decor is as special as the artists that bring their music to this uniquely decorated downstairs spot. The design of the room and its furnishings are worth the trip alone, but most importantly make sure you catch some of the finest musiciansthe world has to offer.
S.O.B.'s: 204 Varick St. at Hstn St. - (212) 243-4940 The flavor here is Latin America, Africa, Haiti, Jamaica and many other musically rich parts of the world. The tropical theme of the club lends itself perfectly to the grooves bubbling inside.
Supper Club: 240 West 47th St. between 8th Ave. & Broadway - (212) 921-1940 This is a 1940's "art-deco" style room featuring big band jazz and swing on Friday and Saturday from 8PM - 12 mdnght. Continental American cuisine is avilable for your dining pleasure.
Sweet Basil: 88 7th Ave. South - between Grove & Bleecker Sts. - (212) 242-1785 Top name artists grace this well known listening room on a regular basis. Sweet Basil remains one of the premier jazz clubs in NYC. Each week brings a new roster of headliners. Every Monday nite "The Spirit of Life Ensemble" brings exactly that to this comfortable west village music room. Dinner is available.
Tavern on the Green: Cntrl Prk W at 57th St. - (212) 873-3200 Situated just inside of the west side of Central Park is the Chestnut Room at Tavern on the Green. You will always find some of the greats here. Dinner available.
Village Vanguard: 178 7th Ave. South at 11th St.- (212) 255-4037 Possibly one of the most famous jazz clubs still in existence, the Village Vanguard is living history. They continue to bring in pioneers both past and present carrying on a tradition that's been consistant over decades.
Arthur's Tavern: 57 Grove St. at Seventh Ave. South (212) 675-6879 Open since 1937 Arthur's hosts jazz and blues 7 nites a week. Music kicks off at 6:30PM and goes 'till 3:00 AM.
Augie's: 2751 Broadway at 106th St.- (212) 864-9834 Augie's is a cozy (70 - 75 seats) upper west side jazz club that has music 7 nights a week.It is in the Columbia University area and so is frequented by students as well as area residents and international travelers alike. They usually have 2 bands. The first starting at 8:30PM and the next at 10:30PM. A full menu is available from 6:30PM - Midnight.
Chicago B. L. U. E. S. 73 8th Ave 924-9755 Jazz club with Midwestern blues accent A deservedly hyped blues/ jazz club circuit bar specializing in Midwestern blues,his space features maroon banquettes, slowly rotating ceiling fans, tropical decor and charming bartenders. Here they book not just the headliner but the whole band, so youu hear qualitatively different music from other New York jazz/blues clubs.
Dan Lynch Blues Bar 221 2nd Ave (212) 677-0911 A great worn-in blues bar that attracts a local crowd A total dive with great blues musicians performing every night at 10PM. The best reason to visit is the music - a collection of sawdust-and-beer bands who are as unpretentious as the bar and clientele themselves.
Dan Lynch on Lex 130 E 40th St (Lex/3rd) 684-3245 A solid neighborhood blues bar from the Dan Lynch group Top of the line small blues joint with the works: wooden bar, nauagahyde chairs, pinball, pool and a small stage in the corner. Nonetheless the place has a smokin' no-bull groove and reasonable drink prices.
Desmond's Tavern Location: 433 Park Ave South 725-9864 Friendly neighborhood bar with live music The blues bands that play here four nights a week vie for attention with the 8PM-10PM drink specials. Charming, old-fashioned service.
Arcimboldo 220 East 46 St. (212) 972-4646
Avenue B Social Club 99 Ave B (212) 982-2511
Birdland 2745 B'Way (crn. 105th), (212) 749-2228 M-F 5 12am Sat-Sun 5-1am,
Cajun 129 Eighth Ave. (212) 691-6174
Cleopatra's Needle Rest. 2485 B'way (212) 769-6969
Copeland's 547 W. 145th St. (212) 234-2357
Cornelia Street Café 29 Cornelia St. (212) 989-9319
Cooler 416 W. 14th St., NY, NY (212) 229-0785
Detour 349 E. 13th (1st Ave.) (212) 533-6212
Dharma 174 Orchard Street. (212)780-0313
Downstairs at the Metro 31 Union Sq W 675-2300
Downtime 251 W 30th St (7th/8th) 695-2747
Ecco L'Italia 289 Bleecker St. (212) 929-3355
55 Bar 55 Chirsotpher St., NY, NY (212) 929-9883
Five Spot 4 W.31st St., NY, NY (212) 631-0100
The Garage 99 7th Ave. South (212) 645-0600
The Greatest Bar on Earth 1 World Trade Ctr 524-7000
Grills Restaurant & Cafe 142 Bleecker St, 979-9800
Knickerbocker 33 University Place.(212) 228-8490
Kitano NY Bar Lounge 66 Park Ave. (212) 885-7000
La Belle Epoque 827 B'Way E.12th St.(212) 254-6436
Lennox Lounge 288 Lenox Ave. (212) 427-0253
Lickety Split 2361 A. Clayton Powell Blvd. 283-9093
Merkin Concert Hall 129 W. 67th St.,(212) 362-8719
No. Moore's 234 W. Broadway (212) 925-2901
Cleopatra's Needle: 2485 Brdwy between 92nd & 93rd St.'s - (212) 769-6969 This is a small room that mainly features duos and trios. Vocalists are presented here the majority of the time. Music is from 9PM - 1AM Sun.- Thurs. and 10PM - 2AM Fri. & Sat. Middle Eastern and continental cuisine is served.
Cornelia St. Cafe: 29 Cornelia St. between Bleeker St. & 6th Ave. - (212) 989-9319 There is music Wed-Sun. at this 19 year old Greenwich Village cellar type restaurant/night club.(Food reputed to be excellent!) Each one of those nights hosts a different artist or group. It is an intimate place having about 60 seats. The music goes form 9PM 'till about Midnite or 1AM.
Fez: 380 Lafayette St. at Great Jones St. (212) 533-2680 There is alot of excellent music here but an extra special treat is the every Thursday hall in Flushing, Queens. Call for current schedule. night appearance of the Mingus Big Band. Doors open at 8:30PM and shows are at 9:30PM &11:30PM. Cover charge is $18.00 and seating is first come first served. There is a 2 drink min and a limited menu is offered.
Flushing Town Hall: 137-35 Northern Blvd., Flushing, NY - (718)463-7700 Here is a room where for a very nominal fee you can see and here some of the greats in concert throughout the season. It is literally town
Knickerbocker Bar & Grill: 33 University Pl. at 9th St. (212) 228-8490 It's large and comfortable and has great music and great food. The19 year old spot hosts some of New Yorks finest musicians from 9:45PM until around midnite. The menu is American and they are best known for their steaks. Call for current schedule.
Kavehaz (The Gallery Cafe): 123 Mercer St. between Prince & Spring St.'s - (212) 343-0612 There is no cvr charge at this music space/art gallery. Different painters etc. are featured every month. There is jazz nightly; weeknites from 8PM - 11PM and weekends from 8:30PM -12:30AM. It has 3 spacious couch areas with the remainder of the seating being tables.You can order coffee and desserts or off of their full menu.
Knitting Factory: 74 Leonard St. - between Chrch St. & Broadway - (212) 219-3055 Known for the best in "experimental" and "cutting edge" music, the Knitting Factory also stays right on the technological forefront even broadcasting nightly shows on the Web.
Louisiana Community Bar & Grill: 622 Brdwy at Hstn (212) 460 9633 The inside is old fashioned dance hall- -rough cut wood walls and rusted tin artifacts adorn. There is never a cover charge or minimum. Monday is big band night where you can 'cut a little rug' if so moved. Tuesday there is a "structured jam" hosted by the Harlem Allstars where you might catch musicians from the Basie, Ellington or Sinatra Orchestras among many others passing through. Music goes from 9PM - 12AM weekdays, Fri. 11PM - 2AM, Sat. 8PM - 1AM.
Sign Of The Dove: 1110 3rd Ave. at 65th St. - (212) 861-8080 This is a 3 star restaurant that hosts live music all week in its connecting bar. Excellent musicians grace this room regularly. Mon.-Thrs. from 9PM-1AM, Fri. & Sat. 10PM-2AM &Sun. 8PM-12 Midnite.
Smalls: 183 W. 10th St. at 7th Ave. - (212) 929-7565 Music, music and more music. The club is open from 10PM - 8AM. Featured artists perform from 10PM - 2AM. The after set is from 2AM - 8AM. Cover charge is always $10. All ages are welcome.
Tatou: 151 E50th St. between 3rd Ave. and Lexington Ave. - (212) 753-1144 A very nice room where the music and dinner are served together in the restaurant. Different musicians are featured weekly.
Zinc Bar: 90 West Houston between Thompson St. & La Guardia Pl.- (212) 477-8337
Zinno: 126 West 13th St. between Sixth Ave. & 7 Ave. (212) 924-5182 There is music 7 days a week. Shows are 8PM - 12AM Mon. - Sat. and 7PM - 11PM on Sun. No cover at the bar. Italian dining from 5PM - 11:30PM.
Lone Star Roadhouse Cafe 240 W 52nd St 245-2950 A country western, blues and rock bar This place has an overwhelming decor: mirrors, Miller Beer banners, fireplaces, carpeting, Gibson guitars and letters from Texas dignitaries. Expect great music - a mix of rock, blues and country. This two-floored bar (that really belongs on a roadside) hoosts a mixed, young crowd.
Manny's Car Wash 1558 3rd Ave (87th/88th) 369-2583 Upper East Side blues bar This place looks as if it's been set up for a movie - cleaner and glitzier than a real blues bar should be. But despite the setting, the music is great. It's a no-frills place to listen to a variety of blues acts performing under a neon sign on the stage that says BLUES. The crowd jammed into the narrow space is the same as at Upper East Side watering holes, a mix of college types and young professionals.
Mondo Perso Blues Club 167 Bleecker St 477-3770 Nondescript blues club You might drop by here if the other clubs in the area are packed. The place doesn't have much character and the crowd is a mixed bag. The bands have talent, but the seating can be cramped.
Rodeo Bar 375 3rd Ave (at 27th) 683- A basic dive with live nightly blues and country music A low-key neighborhood bar with reliably good blues and country acts almost every night.
Metronome 915 Broadway (at 21st St.) (212) 505-7400
Michael's Pub 211 E. 55th St., (212) 758-2272
Mondo Cane Blues Club 205 Thompson St, NY, (212) 254-5166 Call for updates
Mondo Perso 167 Bleecker St, (212) 477-3770
Pace Downtown Thtr 3 Spruce St., (212) 348-1715
Peppers 349 Broadway (212) 343-2824
Jazz Standard 116 E 27th St (212)576-2232
The Red Blazer 32 West 37th St. (212) 947-8940
Sage 41 Clark Street (Hicks) Bklyn (718) 834-9488
Savoy Lounge 355 W. 41st St. (212) 947-5255
Session 73 1359 First Ave. (212) 517-4445
The Supper Club 240 W 47th St. (212) 921-1940
Swing 46 349 W. 46th St. (212) 262-9554
Tatou 151 E. 50th St., NY, NY (212) 753-1144
Tonic 107 Norfolk St (212)358.7503
Time Cafe Fez 380 Lafayette St., (212) 533-7000
Up Over Jazz Cafe 351 Flatbush Ave. Park Slope, Brooklyn (718) 398-5413
Village Vangurad 178 7th Ave. S., (212) 255-4037
Visiones 125 MacDougal St., (212) 673-5576
Walker's 16 N. Moore St. (212) 941-0142
Wilson's 201 W. 79th (212) 769-0100
Zinc Bar 90 W. Houston, NY, NY (212) 477-8337
Zinno 126 W. 13th St., NY, NY (212) 924-5182