THIS IS A MUST SEE/DO THING IN NEW ORLEANS!! We were recommended to go here from some friends. It was our favorite thing we did in Nee Orleans. It feels like culture. The music is fantastic! There's a vibe to the musicians where they feel that they all know one another. We saw two different groups perform. The cocktails were delicious and craft! Really really loved! Wish we could come here every weekend! For others trying to understand how it all works, you don't have to purchase tickets to go. You can't make reservations. You just show up and grab a seat. It's a tiny little space but truly amazing. GO! read more

We were looking for a place to grab a cocktail before out dinner reservation elsewhere and we stopped in here. Getting here right after they opened for the evening, before the live jazz started, we were able to chat with the staff (which we love to do) and they were very engaging and chatty. I also noticed they do a proper absinth service here and they offered one of the largest Absinth menus I've ever seen, so I had to try something interesting and different and went with the Texas made Opal Absinthe. Before selecting it, I asked the young lady who was handling the bar and she gave me her description, which I have to say was spot-on to what I ended up drinking. Another drink we got was great as well, and made with fresh juices. The vibe and venue is great here... I love jazz and I would love to return sometime to listen to the live jazz while enjoying their amazing adult beverages! read more

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Heard this is the best jazz bar in town, so we decided to enjoy our first drink here in town. I got both the Absinthe red and green, which is very strong and unique flavor that I never had before. Both bands performed that night were talented, lightened our first night in town. read more

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A total find recommendation from a great guy who served us at dinner. He said this was the spot. And it's the spot. Totally packed on a Wednesday, great band, wow, who's on the clarinet? Best person ever? A total experience. And I do hope/appreciate that they have no cover (not sure if it's standard in the city, but we're from Oregon, so not sure) BUT that's it's built into the tab, so these hard working folks don't walk away with nothing ($5 bucks a person), and you're not standing out in the street fumbling around in your wallet. Just come on in! Drinks are good, atmosphere is great, and my mother, who has hearing loss, loved the back seating area, with both the live and what sounded like pipped in, she was grooving!!!! read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

This was such a cool find! Very intimate and cozy space. The music was fantastic and very engaging, I could tell they truly have a love and passion for what they do. We didn't get anything to eat, I don't think they had food. But our drinks were nice and so were the staff. read more

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Such a gem!!!! 10/10 for sure!! Unfortunately this place has ruined Jazz everywhere else for us.... No other place compares to this!!! We will have to make a trip from CA just for the Jazz here. read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Both nights were great!!! - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Yes, please and all that jazzzzz! Mahogany Jazz Hall left my toes tappin' and my heart zappin'. Blessed to see & hear the legendary Leroy Jones this eve!! Only thinking I could see him at preservation hall and then tonight the stars aligned. One drink minimum, plus donations to the Band- more than worth it. Servers are on it too, there's no waiting. Drinks are good too. Highly suggest the passion fruit melody , a walk down the street. Or something like that :) read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Leroy Jones! - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

The atmosphere was amazing and exactly what we were looking for with a night of jazz music and drinks. The band was incredible as well as the staff and bartender. He was incredibly helpful and thoughtful and made sure we were able to find seats to enjoy the music. Would definitely want to come back next time I'm in town! read more

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Mahogany Jazz Hall is décor goals!! Exactly what I want my house to look like. My friends and I came here for a night cap at the end of a long travel day to NOLA. Miraculously we found seats in the back of the bar. So cramped when the live jazz music is going. I enjoyed their Death in the Afternoon (absinthe & bubbles) and Vieux Carré drinks. The cocktails are about $17 each, which checks out for a speakeasy. Would love to get here earlier next time to grab seats in the front room, but we had a great time overall! read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Absolutely my favorite Jazz spot in the French Quarter. My opinion on Jazz bars in the FQ is they are there for the tourists more than the music, but this spot hits on all cylinders, good service, good venue, some of the NOLA greats play here. Make sure you try to arrive before or between the shows, typically there is turn over before the shows but after, you are stuck standing where people will run you over. Pro tip, there's a table outside that you can peer through an open window and watch from outside if the inside is completely packed, which it usually is almost every day it's open. read more

A vintage jazz bar, beautiful interior of green walls, wood, old paintings and very good acoustics. Its small, seating is tight but not impossible. Old brown sofas are comfy and the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. Can't remember my drink name but it was sweet and had sliced apples. Good bar close to Canal Street. I recommend it. $5 donation AND 1 drink minimum required read more

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Amazing staff and fabulous performers. The setting is intimate and chill, like good jazz should be. Drinks were reasonably priced and delicious. Hope to visit again when in NOLA. read more

This place had wonderful cocktails and live jazz. We sat in the back room that had a nice speakeasy vibe to it. Be aware that there is a $5 band fee and 1 drink minimum. read more

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Great spot for a date night!! It's much smaller inside than I expected, but the music, drinks, and service were on point. I wouldn't recommend this for large groups, but great for my husband and I! We will be back!! read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Beautiful back room - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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We walked in easily (no waiting) and found great seats. The service was prompt and the drinks were delicious. The acoustics were good anywhere in the venue. The band was very professional and played very well. We stayed for one set before going elsewhere for dinner. I recommend. read more

Such a fun venue, highly recommend if you're looking for great jazz music in The French Quarter. It was easy to grab seats right in front of the stage as people come and go enough that seats become available often. Servers were friendly and very attentive. Drink options are plentiful. read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Went in there a couple of years ago. It was crowded but a great experience. Went in here after hearing music from the street. jazz is my weakness, so we went in and as crowded as it was, found a seat at the bar. The staff were attentive and nice. Even talked to us about where we were from. The drinks were great. I kept it simple. See videos and photos for more. We took home a T-shirt and a mug as a souvenir. read more

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We were in NOLA for a conference and the last thing we wanted to do after we arrived and grabbed some lunch nearby the New Orleans Marriott was to drag ourselves to Bourbon St or Frenchman St for live music. So as we headed back to the hotel, we noticed the Mahogany Jazz Hall located immediately across the street from the Marriott's port cochere. And so we ducked inside as the sandwich board out front advertised live music all day and night and we heard great music wafting from inside. We stepped inside to a fairly empty bar with a tiny stage sporting a jazz trio. The lead singer was playing the trumpet, tambourine, and then also jumped on the drums. There was a pianist and a bassist. They were fantastic. And to have live music right outside the hotel, truly just steps away was the perfect way to let the conference days melt away while enjoying a drink and listening to great live music. So we ordered a couple drinks and settled in for a couple hours of local live music. And we were not disappointed. They were just local guys who enjoy playing with whomever is there. It was great. So great, in fact, that we came back almost nightly for the ten days we were there. W Forget the touristy Bourbon Street or the newly recent tourist spots on Frenchman Street (this street was mostly locals until within the last year or two), go to Mahogany Jazz Hall instead and enjoy great jazz and good drinks. read more

Awesome cocktail bar and jazz club. The service was so friendly and attentive and the music was amazing! I would definitely come back here. The vibes were so cool and it was a fun night. read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Great cocktails and atmosphere. The band playing was excellent and the venue had good sound too. We will be back next time we are in town! read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Hidden gem. Fantastic drinks, talented band with audience participation and lively vibes. read more

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Love love this local spot! Wonderful service, good drinks, Good vibes, great music!!! Definitely a place to visit for authentic jazz music! read more

Wanted to bring my son to enjoy the live jazz music, but they only serve 21+ customers! There r not many restaurants having jazz band playing. Most of the live music here (in French Quarter) r not jazz music. Bc of the age restriction, we could not try their food or service. I star was given bc we r unable to go in. read more

I don't think we timed our visit too well because the main room was all filled up with people ready to enjoy the show. We ended up sitting in the back room which was nice but it felt pretty isolated. Definitely couldn't see the jazz band at all and service was probably slower back there. Pricy drinks which I guess counterbalance the jazz, which was in fact amazing when we caught a snippet squeezing our way out afterwards read more

What a wonderful experience! We were worried at first because there was a crowd out the door, but inbetween sets the 4 of us were able to snag seats. We were impressed by the bartender's efficiency and memory in such a crowded space and especially enjoyed the Bees Knees. Jazz quintet performers were so talented, it was such a treat to watch! read more

I highly recommend this spot! It brought back memories of home in Miami with its vibrant atmosphere and impressive wine selection. The food was outstanding, too. It took us a little time to get the hang of their process, but it was definitely an adventure. If you find yourself in New Orleans, make sure to visit this place for dinner with friends; it offers a unique dining experience that captures a different side of the city. read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Entrance to the location - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Service was amazing! The bartender was so awesome! The vibes were spectacular and the jazz music happens every night! 5$ per person per jazz performance. Would 100% go again! read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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Drinks were great. Music was great. Server with the bangs was horrible. She spent her entire shift flirting with the male server and was extremely rude everytime we interacted with her. She asked if we wanted more drinks and then walked away as we were answering. Then added 20% gratuity on our tab--two people who were sitting there for over an hour listening to the different acts. She was extremely unprofessional and rude. Cherry on top of a horrible NOLA experience read more

I really like this spot. Just around the corner from the Marriott on Canal, you don't have to hit the streets of crazy town (aka Bourbon street) to get some great music and drinks. The bartenders are great but they are busy! Waits was my favorite bartender. If you are wanting to try absinthe, this is the place. They make an amazing sazerac and I liked the sparkling wine with absinthe. I can't remember what it was called. The band is a bunch of "educators" doing this thing and is awesome. I would like the bass to be louder. The seating is tough especially on a Saturday night. But that's what's great about it. I met country singer songwriter Travis Denning and his band while hanging out here. read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

When I finally made it to Big Easy for a quick girls' getaway with my adult daughter this past weekend, one of the things we were hoping to do was to go to a cool live jazz or blues bar where it's not like a club where they are blasting the speakers up to the highest level. It'd have to be a place where we sit in our chairs fully immersing ourselves by the quality music played by some pure talents New Orleans can boast. Having this in our mind, it had to be a place away from the over-the-top Burbon Street. Upon researching it thoroughly, we found Mahogany Jazz Hall. Based on the ratings left by many others who had the same thinking as ours, this place looked solid. We are so glad that we picked this place. The interior is, of course, nothing but vintage-style. Amid cool, dark feel, framed artworks of jazz legends such as Billie Holiday, Louis Armstrong, and others are present on walls. This is not a huge place which I liked. It's a place where you can enjoy very intimate moments by admiring tunes played by unknown and yet talented musicians. The place mainly offers cocktails and absinth. They do have some non-alcoholic drinks which both my daughter and I were able to enjoy. On the menu, it explains the rule. Each person must order a drink and give a donation of $5 to the band. You can call that a "cover charge" and yet, that is not much to ask; we absolutely didn't mind it. As a matter of fact, we thought that was a reasonable ask. On the night of Saturday, Feb 1st, Gerald French Trio hit the stage at 7pm. We instantaneously became fans of this band. As we truly enjoyed the atmosphere and the kind of quality music we can enjoy with very low costs, we returned the very next day to see the 6pm act. We were able to enjoy a solo pianist named Joe Kennedy. He is a talented pianist and yet he is quite the singer as well. We remained until the next act came on stage. To our surprise, we got to see Mr. Gerald French again along with the same pianist from the last night's trio band (Paul is his first name, I think.) It had a different bass player but the main performer in the band was this extremely talented trumpeter, Roderick Paulin (hopefully I got this name right.) He was absolutely amazing. I don't know if I am describing it right but to me, it was like the sweet nostalgic trumpet sound by Fats Navarro with a little modern-time twist. This is the kind of jazz I truly enjoy and adore when I listen to it as a background music. It hit the spot. Big Easy is only a 2-hour flight away from where I reside (in the Mile High City.) Since it's hard to find this kind of quality jazz place in Denver, I might return to New Orleans just to be at this jazz hall. Maybe in a few to several months?? read more

Considering we were staying at the Marriott on Canal Street a couple of weeks ago while attending a conference, it made sense to stop at the Mahogany Jazz Hall -- it was right across the street on Chartres. This cozy spot comprised two small sitting areas -- one was the main area with table and narrow side table seating (narrow enough to where you could only place a cocktail) that faced the stage, and the other where the bar and lounge area was located but you could see the stage and hear the music that played from the local band playing jazz. Sipping on cocktails such as the C'est la vie Paris, Vieux Carre, and the Corpse Reviver #2, we enjoyed our time as we listened to the band playing, surrounded by portraits of famed artists like Louis Armstrong and Billie Holiday on pale green and white brick walls. We even got to enjoy a little burlesque show after midnight with the band playing behind that as well. I will return to his spot when we are in New Orleans again. That's for sure! read more

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Awesome chill vibe with amazing service. This room in the back is so cool. The one drink and suggested tip for the band is well worth it. read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Hanging in this relaxing room, listening to great jazz. - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Another great jazz blues venue off a nondescript side street. This venue was about a 5-minute walk from our hotel right off Canal St. There is a long shotgun bar but all the action is by the stage. There are tables and stadium bench seating. You will get to know your neighbors as the stage area is "cozy". Music is king here but do check out their craft cocktail menu. Since we were within walking distance of our hotel I was on the Absinthe train this evening. WEven though they were quite busy service was great! Pro tip: Arrive with a full belly as there are no food options and there is usually a one or two-drink minimum instead of a cover charge. Don't be a cheapskate tip the band y' all read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Great cocktails and music - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Our first time in NOLA came in on the recommendation of our concierge at JW and did not disappoint. Came in around 7pm the first set was already starting plenty of open seats by the next set the place was full. No food and cover charge but will add on your tab for the performers. Surprisingly we seen people men and women coming in by themselves so you really do not need a date or companion to enjoy. The cocktails was like any other nothing special I had few beers myself. My 21 yo daughter was not into it more of an Arianna Grande pop music fan. The hostess, waitresses band were all excellent Overall we had a great first time experience with a jazz club will definitely comeback Highly recommended read more

Such a cool spot with greattttt music and good vibes. Pretty busy place but it's cozy and an atmosphere that makes it feel like it's been open since the 50's. read more

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LOVED this place so much we went three times! It fills up FAST so if you want a seat get there early. They require you order a drink if you stay. The Gerald French band was so so amazing. Great jazz and musicianship. The servers were friendly and so inviting! Prices are kinda spendy but that's jazz man ;) the best part about this place? No cover. read more

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The band that was present the night we attended was AWESOME! Ambiance was great, definitely set the mood for the evening. If I had to complain about anything would have to be no food... the drinks were pretty good tho! Our next trip back to New Orleans we will be back again in the front row! read more

One night in New Orleans our waiter at Palace cafe suggested we check this place out, as it was their favorite jazz club in town. My friend and I were SO glad we followed this recommendation! We sat for parts of two sets (different musicians) and thoroughly enjoyed some great quality music in the midst of a laid-back, cozy, enjoyable space. The drinks were quality and well crafted, and the service was friendly and consistent throughout the night. If you only have time for one jazz club while in New Orleans, I suggest heading here! read more

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I had so much fun here. My husband and I visited twice. The first time it was during the afternoon and it was mostly empty so we sat at the bar. The drinks and the service were both excellent on both visits. The second time we went we sat in the area in front of the band and it was during a very busy evening (there was a line at the entrance waiting for seats to open up). The bands are so talented and very entertaining. They do not have a cover fee to enter but bring some cash to donate to the band. The drinks are pricey but worth it for the entertainment and the great location. read more

Great place in close proximity to Marriott. Lovely music but no food stayed for one set then I explored. Wait staff was great and ambience was nice. Location is safe and if you want to venture into the world of abscinth the drinks were OK. They are meant to be nostalgic and curated for the era. I was staying in the Hyatt and walked along to Neal Street and somehow found this place. I was not disappointed. It was standing room only on a Friday night in the band was great. The vibe was more smooth, jazz rather than upbeat but it was awesome and I would highly recommend read more

Mahogany Jazz Hall - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana