Sleepy romantic little basement space with some of the best NYC has to offer. Dreamy, sweet, sincere and a great time! Get your tickets early as it is small. read more

Cocktails are terrible! I'm sorry but they taste like cat piss, too bad. $16 you can get much better drinks in the area

Stumbled on this gem during our trip to NYC and could not be more pleased. There's not much to report because it focuses on one thing Jazz. And if you want an intimate evening with purveyors of this art craft look no further. We were able to catch Luis Perdomo and Rufus Reid burning it up on July 28th. Get tickets, get in line a bit early and you will get seated right up front. Note that you will be seated with strangers, but break the ice and talk! We lined it so much that we stayed for the second set as they had a couple unsold seats for the second set. Awesome. No food to speak of, just solid drinks. Oh, only one bathroom. Other than that check it out. read more

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Intimate cozy underground spot for jazz music lovers! Its bare bones focus is the jazz experience. It is not pretentious and is a nice place for a relaxed evening. A bunch of musicians were in the crowd and came up spontaneously to play along with the main act and it was nice to see the different styles and hear different instruments. We came an hour after the show started (we came at 12am) but we were still let in (at a half price cover charge of $10 instead of $20) We grabbed drinks by the bar and got a nice table up front. I loved mezzrow very much, for me it was a most simpatico, charming little place (staff was really great too specifically the host). Im hoping to come here again soon. read more

There is one thing for certain, and that's the fact that I love an amazing underground jazz club. What a perfect thing to do on a chilly fall Tuesday in New York. On the night we stopped by, there was a cover - I believe $10 for each - which we didn't mind paying. There were a few guys already playing and the seats appeared to be full, so we grabbed two stools at the bar. The bartender was seriously great and made some badass manhattans and old fashions - I could have enjoyed her drinks for hours. Unfortunately, we couldn't see the music from the bar. Much to my surprise, the super nice man at the door who was collecting the cover came up to us and let us know there were two seats open at the front of the room! We gratefully (and quietly - this crowd was focused on the music) made our way to them and sat there for a good few hours. The same bartender kept our drinks filled, and we watched as three VERY talented 20-something women played the saxophone, piano, and bass. They were just incredible, and the venue made for such a unique experience. This place is dark, sexy, intimate, and the drinks are strong. The only thing better than the drinks is the music. I'll be back on my next visit. You might want to call ahead, though, because I think they're usually a lot busier than they were on the night we went. read more

Fantastic jazz club!! It was my first time here and I loved it. We definitely lucked out and scored a table directly in front but even if we hadn't, it still would have been a great experience. The performers were incredible and authentic. This place was a dimly lit, narrow and intimate, classic jazz joint. The people here seemed like true lovers of jazz and showed a great deal of respect as these amazing performers were on stage. This place makes you so proud to live in New York City. read more

Mezzrow - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New York, New York

Intimate, old school and New Orleans charm on a smaller scale. The cover goes to support the artist playing that night so be aware that there is a one drink minimum at the bar or seats. Also the evening is broken into shows and the jazz doesn't go on forever allowing you to come here after or before dinner or drinks with friends and relax and get away. The rumble of the subway you can feel passing by not too far from the jazz club just adds to the charm in my opinion. We were seated relatively promptly after the preceding show was over (would strongly encourage you to reserve your seats, it's a small intimate space, limited seating in the listening room). The host and server were attentive and friendly. The only minor issue was the soap stains on the glass but I suppose just a one off issue. Your tickets also get you into Smalls, sort of Mezzrow's sister club. So two for the price of one :) read more

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This our favorite jazz spot, tied with bar 55. It's a classy place and people treat everyone like a very important person (VIP in jazz talk) and the small plates are just enough to compliment the rose lemonade that is ordered (cheese plate, olives or mixed nuts) and they have cocktails for every jazzy tastebud in your mouth of blues. It's a small place, but as far as jazz hallways, this one is elegant, covered in memorabilia and the patrons are people you would want to come over for cordials and conversation while a Harold Lloyd film plays in the background. The bartender and staff are A major and there is never a flat note in the joint. Guests drop by, vocalists ooze soothing sounds of better times- reservations are recommended, because they keep it to a cool cat crowd but never crowded. Tell 'em t.j. sent ya. And order a rose lemonade to toast Rose Petal Pistol. read more

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Mezzrow has great charm. Exposed brick, intimate seating, and the gentle clinking of bar sounds accompanying live jazz. In the jazz circle of the West Village, people take Jazz here seriously. Live Jazz can stop you in your tracks, either by being beautiful...or by being weird. The night I went to Mezzrow, I was having a fantastic time. The drinks were good, we were given the seats up in the front in the listening room, and the crowd was all smiles. The piano and the soprano saxophone duo was great when they started jamming and jiving. Then it got weird when the saxophone player began banging on the piano chords with his instrument, and the piano player began hitting saxophone keys. Then the piano player stuck paper in the piano chords, and that's when they lost me. Big fan of Jazz, and expression of arts. But that was a weird one, guys. I'll definitely be back some other night...probably for a different set. read more

Mezzrow - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New York, New York

DISORGANIZED AND SEATING IS COMPLETELY A MESS. We've been to Smalls many times and decided to check out Mezzrow. We made a reservation for the listening room and arrived 40 minutes before the show. After we were seated and ordered drinks, the host came by and told us he needed to move us. This seemed inexplicable to us. Apparently a larger party arrived later and to make room for them, he wanted to move us to the back of the room facing the wall. He told us we had to give up our seats or leave. If this would bother you, then you should avoid coming to this venue. ARRIVING EARLY DOES NOT MEAN GOOD SEATS. You will be seated and shuffled around by the host in order to fill all the seats in the room. Preference is apparently given to regulars and larger parties. Definitely NOT A PLACE FOR A DATE, as couples are easy to shuffle around to make room for others. We thought this was unfair and decided to leave, especially since the band was just all right. With all the good Jazz venues in West Village, there's really no reason to come here. read more

We ended up in this place, when we realized that we were late for a show at Small Jazz Club and were directed for show at similar timing to this place. Thankfully, this place also turned out to be equally good. Ambience was good & luckily, we also had a great audience, who were focused on the music. Typical 25 cover charge + drink and great place to hang out with friends on Friday/Saturday evening (before/after dinner). read more

Amazing musicians and wait staff. Staff ensures that customers are not talking loudly while musicians are playing. Drinks are reasonably priced but reservations are needed as the venue is in high demand. Perfect low key date night read more

What is great about this place across the street from Smalls is 1. You can get in 2. The music is fantastic. The drinks aren't bad either and reasonably priced for being in fancy jazz land. Good wines and basic beers and whiskeys. The sitting area is small / intimate and they respect silence during the sets which is nice, no annoying background chatter. The only drawback is that the service is pretty slow and the owner or guy who sat us had an attitude. You will wait forever seated for your drinks to arrive so going to the bar is a must. No real food options, just some cheese and olives you can order so eat before. Overall a really cool nook to listen to bands and super chill to stay and see the jam sessions after the regular sets. Great vibe. read more

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I read about this "new" jazz club some weeks before my second trip to NY and I had a great luck to be able to see and hear the master bass player Ron Carter and the great pianist Ethan Iverson right in front of me. Great sounding room, beautiful piano, small and cozy place to hear great music. No food, so a stop at a near restaurant before or after the sessions is recommended. No minimum drink consumption, though. Certainly a place that I will visit every time I go to NY. read more

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Reserve a table ahead of time, and get there early to get a good one! If you have table seating, it is a great place to see some jazz up close. If you're at the bar seats, however, you aren't going to be seeing anything. The first time I went, I made the mistake of just showing up and paying the $20 cover to see... literally nothing. We were even too far away to HEAR the music clearly. Thankfully, the cover also gets you into smalls afterward, which was a blast and has a way better layout. Also of note: the beer menu is a scam. Last I went, there were two columns, "Pint" and "Pilsner." Huh? One of these is a size and the other is a type of beer. Worse yet, the pint is not even a pint!!! I literally tested this. A pint is 16 ounces, people. Any beer drinker knows what a pint looks like, so I was immediately suspicious when I saw the tiny mug with a 100-mile thick glass bottom, but of course I wanted to be sure before giving them sh*t on Yelp. Thankfully, my gluten-free friend ordered some 12-oz bottle of soda after I'd finished my beer... muahaha. Experiment time. Sure enough, I poured at most ~11 ounces of soda into my "pint" glass, and it filled the darn thing to the brim. SPOTTED. Not a pint. read more

Amazing atmosphere and musicians! I liked a lot of things. Good bar menu. I highly recommend to go there

Wow. This place and the way it worked was a mess. I read online that walk ins were welcome. We go and arrive around 7 and wait in line. We had seen something about reserved seating...but we hadn't realized that reserved seating meant you were the only ones getting a seat. The place is tiny and very very tight. If you walk in and opt for the bar lounge area...don't do it. You are literally standing a foot away from the entrance door where people are crowding and pushing you out of the way for $25. It was terrible. My roommate went up to the guy and checked to see if we could get our money back (no harm in asking). The main guy was a huge jerk. I want to call him a different name. The host, on the other hand, was very nice. He suggested doing a reserved seating for the next showing. We payed the $5 difference per person and left to get food and come back. That's when it finally got good. We were sat super close to the performers. You felt the music and wow. So nice. So in summation, if you go...get the reserved seating beforehand and arrive early early early!!!! If you're claustrophobic then this isn't the place for you. But after the whole ordeal got sorted we really enjoyed ourselves. read more

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A truly special experience. Consistently some of the most inventive and spectacular small groups in the city. This is the prime, intimate environment to experience live jazz. Grab a reasonably priced drink or four and spend the evening. Heaven on earth. read more

Jazz listeners heaven. Small intimate listening room, get in line early to get an upfront seat. Pleasant staff, limited appetizer menu. Typical New York club prices for cover charge and per person minimum. Sight lines can be blocked by other patrons leaning forward on their tables. Acoustics are excellent. read more

second jazz bar experience and I absolutely love the whole scene.. this bar is located sort of in the basement and it may not look much from the outside but once you walk in, you know you came in for a real good treat. paid $20 at the entrance and it was minimum 1 drink order per person at the table.. but drinks were reasonably priced. the performance that night was fantastic and definitely made our night.. the ambience was nice and the crowds were definitely ones we love. it was appreciative but at the same time wasn't too loud hence we really get to enjoy the music. acoustic throughout the whole place was good. and as the place is small, I love how the whole performance felt very intimate between the performers and the audience. somehow this creates a middle ground between casual and classy. the best service has go to be the service. i mean it, they have the sweetest, friendliest, kindest staff everrr. I don't know her name but she wears glasses with curly hair. it was totally an excellent experience and i would LOVE to come back again and again in the future read more

Intimate, perfectly lit, cigarette style bar. Very small "stage" area with seating right up to the musicians. Attentive staff. 20$ cover the night we were there. So worth it. read more

Mezzrow - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New York, New York

My favorite bar and jazz venue of New York by far! Great listening room in the back and bar area with great drinks and the best bar staff one could think of!! read more

Mezzrow - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New York, New York

A super cozy space to listen to some super talented musicians. We didnt make a reservation and sat in the back as the first set finished up (we got there with about 30 mins to go) then got to move up to a table right by the musicians up front. Very intimate setting with beautiful lighting and beautiful music. read more

The best place to listen to small groups playing mainstream jazz. Especially pianists.

Mezzrow , bar and excellent jazz club is a good as the book it's named after. A small, intimate environment with reasonably priced libations, good wine and great pianists and bassists playing - very serious and gloriously relatable and satisfying jazz music. Standards from the Great American songbook played by creative masters. If you feel like talking - do it softly at the bar away from those who happily pay their $20. To hear and see the best and brightest NYC had to offer. Kudos to Spike Wilner owner and also owner of Smalls hip jazz club off of 10th St.. And 7th ave, just across the street. No food, so eat before hand. read more

I came here on a Friday night date. We did not make reservations ahead of time, but were still seated at tables near the performers. I've since read on here that it's important to get a reservation ahead of time but we arrived maybe 30 minutes before the first performance of the night and we got great seats. If you go during the winter, I recommend checking your coat at the door because the table seating can get super "cozy" if there's a big turnout and there may not be room near your seat to keep your coat. There is a one drink minimum per set, and I ordered one of the cocktails. I'm sorry to say I don't remember which one, but it was very good. The performers played a great set, and they really seemed to enjoy what they were doing. It was really neat to see everything so up-close. If you're looking for an intimate jazz experience in Manhattan, this is definitely the place to go! read more

$20 for a 40 min. cocktail wait bc only one sweet bartender in the weeds. Great live music but not worth the cover due to service.

Unless you have a good mouth piece to get close seats I recommend a reservation. We got midway and that was a tight fight. Jazz rings throughout though. read more

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0 Stars. We spent $150 on tickets. Being 5 minutes late, they gave our table away and sat us at the bar. 2 barstools for 3 people. We couldn't see anything. And we had to pay for our drinks, which took forever to come. After finishing our drinks we left and will not be returning read more

We stopped by the other night to hear Nellie McKay. A perfect, intimate space to hear jazz with a cocktail in-hand. Note that there is a cover charge and you are required to purchase one drink per person. But totally worth it for one of the best listening experiences in the Village. read more

Mezzrow - Jazz & Blues Near Me - New York, New York

We tried to get into Smalls, which was sold out (of course) so we decided to go to Mezzrow instead. We managed to snag a table right by the stage, which was fantastic. I felt like I was at a private event where I had somehow managed to get on the guest list, lol. The jazz was great and the musicians had someone they knew in the audience come up and sing a few numbers with them on stage. read more

Best jazz club in the city. Comfy, cozy, listening, nice. Music you can count on.

Jazz pianist , Pete Malinverni's Wednesday night late set at 11 pm , is a very special evening out . I have been many times to Mezzrow specifically to hear him . He is such a soulful player , and his choice of tunes , along with his intimate style of playing and communicating with the audience , will transport you into another era. The setting is cozy , and lends itself perfectly for his trio. What a beautiful way to spend a couple of hours . read more

Came here Friday night with my friend and we saw a jazz group play. Very nice atmosphere, calm, relaxing, not grimy. Drinks and service was great. The music was beautiful. The noise level was mostly quiet with whispers, sometimes it would be average. It fluctuates, but everyone was there for the music. read more

Went here on Saturday night after trying to get into Smalls. We paid $20 each to get in and the only seats were in the back where you could not see the band. This was disappointing. If you pay a fee to see a band - you want to see the band otherwise you can listen to jazz on the radio. However after a few songs we were able to move closer and we could see the band and feel part of the experience. So if you go make sure you can get a seat near the band otherwise you can save the cover fee and go to a lounge with jazz music. read more

Music is exceptional and everyone who works there is super friendly and awesome!! Literally favorite jazz club in the city, plus ticket to mezzrow also allows you to swing by smalls. THE BEST read more

Music could not be better. Sits not so much. But the bad thing is they allow people on the bar to talk louder than the music - sometimes you cannot hear it. Totally ruined the experience read more

AMAZING. Very cozy, underground type setting, I found it fascinating that people just go up to play, maybe I will be up there next ;) Really truly lovely, everyone who works there was cordial and pleasant. read more

We tried to go to smalls but the line was intimidating so we ended up at Mezzrow. That worked out just fine. There are obviously regulars who all know each other, but the people from Mezzrow go out of their way to make everyone feel welcome. There's a $10 cover plus one drink minimum which isn't bad at all. We arrived about 1130, which was the start of another set. The music was very enjoyable, and both my cocktails were smooth and clean-tasting. I'd definitely come back. read more

Awesome little spot. Village Vanguard was full so walked around the corner to see Pasquale Grasso and Ari Roland. caught 11:00pm set. Love this place. It's in the basement, so you'll hear the subway when it goes by every 10 minutes...feels like it's coming through the wall. Nice and helpful host at the door. Good drinks. And very special guest showed up, one of the greats, Gene Bertoncini. I love NYC. read more