Parker Jazz Club has been touted as one of Austin's great places to listen to jazz music. It is located in the basement of a downtown building. The ambiance appears to be upscale and feels like a speakeasy. At the back of Parker Jazz club is a very colorful bar, which is something you might likely see in New Orleans, LA. The place is charming, cozy and welcoming. In addition, it is important to note there is a parking garage across the street and ample street parking. Performances range from jazz and swing to Latin influenced sets and special themed nights, featuring both local and touring musicians. It is great to find a venue like Parker Jazz Club that offers live music other than primarily rock and country western music. Drink service is available along with a food menu...limited primarily to pizza. It is a great jazz spot! read more

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I have bookmarked this place a long time and didnt have the occasion to go until recently. We attended the Sinatra Birthday event and there was a whole orchestra and singer. They did an amazing job with great pieces selected, the host/singer was captivating with his stories behind the songs and background of Sinatra. Sound quality was superb and venue is pretty. I like the small candles on the tables. I'd recommend to book before hand since seats fill fast especially for popular themed shows. They serve pizzas and some drinks but it's nothing to write home about. Music is where is at!! read more

Parker Jazz Club - Inside - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Austin, Texas

I went to see the Kris Kimura Quartet and they were very good - amazing talents. Kris plays a variety of instruments including clarinets, saxophones, and a truly beautifully haunting bass flute which was a first time hearing this instrument for me. They played a set of Jazz standards from artists throughout the decades. Kris's trumpet had a very slight hint of Miles at a few moments. My one comment is that I felt like the Jazz was a bit sanitized. read more

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This is a neat jazz club. Tickets are booked online. We went on a whim. The online portal has a seat map. There are one to two show times each night. We happened to see the Kris Kimura Quartet. We sat in front. I would recommend bringing a good set of earplugs. Certain brass instruments can be ear piercing. An example would be an un-muffled trombone is pointed squarely towards your head. There is a menu for beverages and some snack food. It's not too extensive though. Your order is taken prior to the show. They'll ask if you want to open a tab. The acoustics are great, though the upright double bass suffered from some weird distortion, rather than a clear tone, which bothered me. The distortion did not go away. All the other instruments were fantastic. read more

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If you enjoy live music in an intimate setting this venue is for you. The venue has dark and moody decor with tables to reserve. The service is wonderful . They have food items and beverages for every palate. The live music we experienced was a New Orleans jazz band which was upbeat and extremely fun to watch and hear. Parking can be difficult but they have valet. We will go back to this place many times in the near future. If you haven't come here. Check them out you to will want to return read more

Fun Evening! First time at Parker Jazz Club on Saturday night with my wife. Low top table, second row. Great view, very close. Kris Kimura is a very talented musician and entertainer. Band was great. Several guests, including Kimura's wife, J Johnson. She was great too! Big variety of cocktails, alcohol, and wine. Great venue We will be back ... read more

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always a good time at Parker jazz club. Went last night to watch Dale Watson and his Twang Thang. It was a very entertaining show, and the sound quality is exceptional in the space. Plenty of seating options, but I prefer the round tables in the back center. Attentive service and nice selection of beer, wine and cocktails. Look forward to future date nights here. read more

I visited Austin from California, and I was recommended to visit the club The show was about New Orleans, and a professional band played the original Titels of New Orleans The place reminds me of Blue Note in New York And recommend to those who like jazz to go read more

My wife and I are big fans of jazz music. And our time at Parker Jazz Club did not disappoint. We went to see Ricki Derek & The Vegas Six. The show was phenomenal! Ricki Derek gave me a Frank Sinatra feel. He definitely knew how to grab the attention of the audience and had stage presence. He even added in some comedy throughout the show and made the entire audience laugh. The Vegas Six is a talented band and everyone played so cohesively together. The venue is small and intimate so every seat is a good seat. The service was top notch. Every time we were low on drinks, they were quick to refill us. I tried the Parker craft cocktail as I'm a fan of Old Fashioneds. I also tried the Save the World BA Stout. My wife tried some of their red wines. All of the drinks were great. We didn't try the food as we weren't hungry. But we could smell the aroma of pizza in the air and it looked good. When we return, we will definitely order food next time. Lastly, the valet parking there is helpful as parking downtown can be difficult at times. Overall, it was an amazing date night. read more

Great venue! Great cocktails. I like the green dolphin street Every Friday is New Orleans night read more

This was our first time at a jazz club, and it was such a great experience. We were greeted right away by Chloe, who welcomed us with a smile and a lot of patience. She made sure we were accommodated and introduced us to our bartender (I'm sorry, I forgot her name). The bartender was incredibly attentive, fast, and made some amazing drinks. I'm picky about my dirty martinis, but she nailed it--something not many bartenders can do. We also tried the Margherita pizza, and I was pleasantly surprised by how flavorful it was. The jazz set lasted 90 minutes, and we really enjoyed it. Since it was our first jazz experience, I don't have anything to compare it to, but those 90 minutes flew by, and the main vocalist had a fantastic voice. We'll definitely be coming back, and I highly recommend making a reservation in advance. read more

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Such an incredible time here! We went for a Frank Sinatra tribute night. The band is excellent and we super enjoyed the history nuggets throughout the show about Sinatra himself. Highly recommend this experience as a jazz enthusiast myself. Tip: if you want to order drinks and pizza, aim to be seated 30 minutes before the show start time. read more

I really enjoyed my experience at Parker Jazz Club. I wasn't sure what to expect but the show flowed nicely and the service was top notch. A good thing to note is that there aren't any bad seats in the venue so you can't go wrong when picking your seats out. The show itself went by fairly quickly but it was so good and filled with so much talent. This isn't my favorite jazz bar in Austin but it is in my top 3 and I would recommend people to visit if you love Jazz. read more

Parker Jazz Club - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Austin, Texas

This place is a true gem!!! Austin severely lacks true live jazz music venues! Thank goodness for this place! Food (bar food), service and ambience were all worthy of 5 stars! Quick, delicious pizza made in house was excellent. Our server was top notch and the ambience was low lit, lovely and very comfortable. There's not a bad seat in the house. We also really appreciated that the level of the sound was not over powering like many places. The talent was fantastic too! We cannot wait to return here...most likely on a regular basis!!! read more

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Service is exceptional, drinks and food are amazing, the vibe is cozy and romantic with dim lighting- perfect for a date. I keep going back because I love it so much. Definitely recommend to anyone who loves live jazz. read more

I can't believe I've been here since '99 and I've never visited the Parker Jazz Club. This is a wonderful intimate jazz/ live music club with a NY city speakeasy vibe. There is not a bad seat in the house and service is very attentive before and during the show. We attended their New Orleans jazz night and it was a blast. The band was tight and if you closed your eyes you would have thought you were in NOLA. One nit the tables/seating are really tight so if you will be interacting with your neighbors. We had a good time interacting with our neighbors. We can't wait to return! read more

My husband and I went for the first time last night and we had an absolute blast! It was our favorite date so far after being together for 5 years. The music was breathtaking. Some even brought a few tears in my eyes - it was beautiful! I loved the food and service as well. The pepperoni pizza is delicious and our waitress was the best! The seats and sound were incredible. We definitely recommend going and will be coming back soon. Thank you guys for an awesome experience!! read more

Parker Jazz Club - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Austin, Texas

Not to sound like the leading lady of La La Land, but this place made me realize I love jazz. My husband and I came here on a whim about a year ago and we were blown away; I knew within the first 5 mins that I was going to be back. There is something so enchanting and intimate about Parker Jazz, it makes you feel like you could be watching a jazz set in classic Hollywood in the 1950s, and at the same time makes you appreciate how underrated jazz is in the modern age. The talent on stage is unmistakable, but beyond that, owner and leading man Kris Kimura is so enthusiastic and charming that his love for the music becomes contagious! We've been here about 8 times in the last year now, and it's become one of my favorites, if not my absolute favorite, place to spend a Saturday night. We've also brought guests here, both friends in their 20s and our older parents, and this place is always well loved. I've developed such an appreciation for this club and the talented performers we've seen here. Thank you to Kris Kimura and his talented wife Jennifer for opening this place, and providing us with incredible entertainment every time we've visited! read more

Parker Jazz Club - Owner and leading man Kris Kimura - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I went to Parker Jazz Club with a friend and had the best time. I can't believe I had never heard of it before and will certainly be back. It's dimly lit, the music is fantastic and drinks strong. Most people dress up to go there so the overall vibes match the music. 10/10 recommend! read more

If I could give this place a 10, I would. Sound wise, it's perfect - not too loud, but just loud enough. That's hard to do in a music venue! Ambiance is dark and sexy but clean and not gross, which is hard to do downtown. Stage lighting is on point. Drinks are strong and generous in their pour -- all were tasty! Had a few French 75's, an old fashioned, and red wine. Reservations are available for those who are type A like me and the tables are nice and romantic. I wanted to be by friends and we booked two low tables and those worked wonderful! And the music - what fun! I loved it. A great set from very talented musicians. They are so good!!!!!!! Overall it was such a great time and I wish I had found this gem earlier. GO! You won't regret it!!!! read more

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Fabulous ambience and performance, A+! My husband is not as much of a jazz fan as me but he loved it too, Kris gave kind of an "elevated open mic" vibe, where it's also a delight to get to know him talking throughout, and see him play so many instruments. read more

Parker Jazz Club - Fantastic--go immediately! - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Austin, Texas

Good drinks, greater bands ... the Copa Kings were awesome as always!!!! So energetic. We had a great time. Whatever you do, go. read more

I absolutely love Parker Jazz Club. The experience is classic and intimate. I love how the entrance is down the stairs off the street, tucked away. After checking in with the host, they'll personally walk you to your table. The drinks were some of the best I've had in downtown Austin - we had the dirty martini and espresso martini. The live music was phenomenal. We even noticed the bar tenders shaking drinks to the beat of the music to not distract from the artists. It's the little things that make this place great. Highly recommend! read more

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They've really captured the ambiance of a jazz club. Well-rounded drink selection with pretty good table service. When you buy tickets online, they did this thing where they have you sign up for an arrival window. When I booked for the 8pm show, the only arrival window left was 7:15, so I was being asked to arrive 45 minutes early... The weird thing was there were 2 shows that night, an early show at 6pm and a later show at 8pm. So, I thought it was weird to arrive while the early show was likely still going. Sure enough, I got a call a few hours before saying my seating time was moved to 7:30. Nice of them to call, I guess. I understand why they do it. Similar to seeing a movie at the Alamo Drafthouse, if everyone shows up 5 minutes before the movie starts, the servers have to get everyone's order quickly and then the kitchen is slammed all at once. And yet, the Alamo doesn't ask you to arrive during a certain pre-show window. I get it, it's a small venue with a small bar staff. Even so, you'd think the natural randomness of people arriving early would take care of it, or just using an order card system similar to the Alamo. If people arrive right when the show starts, I think there's an understanding that you may not get served right away. When saw a Canadian artist named Emilie-Claire Barlow, and they were having very noticeable audio issues most of the show. At first the audio was crackly, and then the singer's mic kept going in and out. It seemed like the crew was trying to get it fixed, replacing cables and whatnot, but things just never got working. That's got to be one of the worst things for a singer when the mic cuts in and out. Poor thing came all the way from Canada. Maybe it was just an off night, but if they could get a few of these things sorted, I could see myself as a regular at Parker Jazz Club. read more

Parker Jazz Club - Emilie-Claire Barlow sadly singing off mic because of persistent audio issues - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This place was beautiful. A real nice grown and sexy, chill vibe. Atmosphere was amazing. Staff very friendly. Music on point. And food and drinks absolutely delicious. Enjoyed every minute I was there. Visiting from Charlotte on vacation, glad I made time to check them out. They didn't disappoint. read more

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We've been to Parker Jazz Club about half a dozen times over a few years. I love this place. Great ambiance, amazing talent, even the food and beverage service is top notch. Kris and his team do a fantastic job. We always pick an early seating time and get pizza and drinks early, then dessert is about the time the show starts. We've never had a complaint. Nothing else like it in Austin! read more

Wonderful music. Good service and strong cocktails. Can't lose on a night out at this club.

This is everything I think of about when I think of a really classy jazz club. It's dark, it's moody, it's romantic, and it's understated elegance. What a perfect place for jazz. Their cocktail, spirit and wine list is long and impressive too. We were in town for only a few nights, so Sunday was the only option. Although the high school jazz band played phenomenal, I would have preferred to see a professional act. Maybe next time, because my wife and I would definitely return. Service was excellent too. The servers were expert in taking care of patrons without being in the way. read more

Parker Jazz Club - The stage with a high school jazz band. - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Austin, Texas

They roll out the red carpet for you so that's cool! Downstairs under RA sushi restaurant. The parking was easy. The show was great! After taxes and fees about $34 person and what a value. The drink menu is big, but one Prosecco choice. Our host sat us very quickly we had 7:15 seating time. The wont seat you without your whole party there is what it looked like. The food choices are margarita, pepperoni or cheese pizza, Trail mix or dessert. read more

Parker Jazz Club - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Austin, Texas

If you have not been to this GEM in Austin, TX, then I highly recommend it and you will not be disappointed. If you enjoy live music and jazz, then this is a place for you! I am glad I came across it on Yelp! Location: located downtown Austin- It totally gives me an East coast vibe! You have to go down steps to get to the venue Reservation: YES! Make a reservation online on their website: https://www.parkerjazzclub.com Parking: It is downtown there are meter parking and garages around but there is valet service for $20 (that was what it was when I went on a Friday..so don't quote me) Staff: the staff was very sweet and attentive! Ambiance & Art: Oh my goodness! It is like you walked into a 1920s club, very intimate! (Definitely great for date night but also for a group of people that just enjoy great music!) from the low light to the the stage set up, I was IN LOVE! The Band was WONDERFUL! Each of them was in their element and you could tell. You good see how much they enjoyed playing together! The owner also plays and sings with the band, and oh man, what a voice! Food: No Food or Snacks Drinks: the other thing you came for other than the music -I had the Green Dolphin Street- a really nice and refreshing vodka drink. They have wine, of course and WILL make mocktails (just in case you aren't drinking at the moment or at all!) read more

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Just Wow! Our second visit and already scheduling our next one. Appropriately, the music is the star here. The club is set up perfectly for you to enjoy the great music here. Higher tables in back lower tables near the stage offer great views from everywhere. And the band was awesome! They played a few songs I hadn't heard and many standards. The stories of his experiences were very entertaining. I almost hate giving them such a great review because I want to make sure I can get a seat. Oh, and the servers are great and the drink selection is great too. One of the best venues in Austin hands down! read more

My number one place to see jazz and my number one place I have to visit in Austin. The people are so kind. My partner and I got tickets for a show, but unfortunately we had a medical emergency. I emailed their support team and they let me reschedule for free! read more

Parker Jazz Club - View of the bar - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Austin, Texas

I submit that if there is one quintessential American musical style it has to be Jazz. Being from Charleston SC and living almost two decades in Kansas City while visiting New Orleans I can say it's in my very DNA. The music is derived from Ragtime and the Blues which represents the range of emotions of joy to depression. Jazz also is known for impromptu solo's which I submit is the soul of Jazz followed closely by body moving rhythms. That said when I moved to Austin, I wanted to visit a good jazz club. It took me almost two years and I had to fly a beautiful lady down from Kansas City but I finally made it. While parking for Parkers isn't a walk in the park, you'll find this club truly knocks it out the park. Now that I got that out of my system lets dive into my night in the center of Austin. I absolutely love the walk up to Parkers. For some reason when I have to go below street level for a club, I get giddy. Wondering down the stairs there's two spots for great photo ops - one with a neon sign and the other with a Hollywood red carpet vibe. Opening up the door the ambiance oozes class and style. The eyes have a sensory overload from the blue lite stage, the small intimate tables for two, the huge locally painted mural behind the bar and the stylish cocktails spread out among the patrons. This my friends is upper crust and I indulged. The staff is very courteous and while the menu is limited, both for food and drinks, all their libations and yum yums are crafted with care. What I find practically interesting is the format. You get a slot for roughly 2 - 3 hours for the music. So, it's not an all-night affair rather a limited engagement. The young lady that was on my arm this night is a music aficionado and we were both excited to see a band dedicated to "old blue eyes" himself, Frank Sinatra. The singer would come out on stage and give a brief history on the song that they were about to play which made the song have greater impact. The band was phenomenal and I found myself quizzing my date on the types of instruments they were playing. For example, the gentleman playing the flute pulled out the long wrapping instrument and my date told me it's an Alto Flute. The band played flawlessly and I felt myself giving way to the music and soaking up every note as if I had an insatiable appetite knowing this was my last musical meal. The only disappointment was the end of the night arrived quickly and I wanted to stay on this ship for a couple more hours. Alas, my fellow music enthusiast, all great things must come to an end. The band wrapped up a wonderful set and my night at Parkers came to an end but with memories to serve me for a long time. In summary, Parkers is an extremely captivating experience full of great music, libations, food and ambiance. The place is tailored for an after-dinner rendezvous with high class "notes" and elegance. I found it the perfect chance to wear a sports jacket, white button up shirt and jeans, you know straddling chic with grounded sophistication without being pretentious. If you're looking to impress that special someone, learn about a particular artist or just enjoy some great live music in an upscale setting stop looking. Parkers Jazz club is where you want to be and rest assured, I'll be back and hopefully an equally intriguing date by my side. See y'all there. read more

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This place is so professional, friendly and easy to book. Service was fabulous. Seating is comfortable and intimate. Every seat is a good one. Best for couples since you sit side by side. Romantic, handsome space. Shows vary, but we went to an early show with the house band, who played classics from past. Not your typical standards but a few recognizable and others less familiar. The host/owner plays a variety of instruments and adds colorful quips. Drinks were great. Typical downtown prices, so expect to pay $15-20 for wine or cocktails. Some light food and snack options, but we just had drinks. Highly recommend. read more

Parker Jazz Club - Cocktails and bottled - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Parker Jazz Club is the spot for all things jazz in Austin. Great room reminiscent of a NYC club. Live music almost every night with great variety all under the leadership of pentultimate musician/owner Kris Kimura. Drinks are fine, food is sparse but no one here for the food. Sound/lighting and music is always top notch. Can't imagine living in Austin without the Parker Jazz Club! First night back indoors after 500 days for Billy Murphy and The Copa Kings. Better than ever! read more

Parker Jazz Club - The Copa Kings with frontman extraordinaire, Billy Murphy - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I was doing a reconnaissance of the Austin scene to find places to take my date when she arrives to town. Parker Jazz Club was exceptional. I caught the early set at 7:00 PM on a Friday. The quartet was excellent and the seating as well. The only negative is when I left the club the lady that work the door as you enter the club came running into the street shouting at me, asking did I pay for my beer. If she had checked with the waitress should would have known I paid and left a generous tip. Otherwise. I enjoyed my experience at the club. read more

In celebration of National Hispanic|Latinx Heritage Month the club has been showcasing an eight-week series of Live On-AIR programming featuring Austin-based Latinx jazz musicians. It started with the amazing Jenn D'Spain. She can perform it all! Including my fav, Selena. It made for a lovely date night. Be sure to purchase your seats ahead of time. This show ranged $10 to $15 a seat. read more

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Excellent venue. laissez les bonnes temps rouler. N'awlins sound crim a veteran crew of musicians. Drinks were topbratecas was service while vwecwere in town celebrating a few birthdays read more

Parker Jazz Club - Upfront. Not a bad view in the place - Jazz & Blues Near Me - Austin, Texas

Saturday night, first time here. There is a cover and the show has a start/end time, so plan ahead. Small, intimate venue with table service. The music was absolutely amazing, service was friendly and prompt. I will definitely be back! read more

Parker Jazz Club is a 10 out of 5! The location is perfect! The venue is intimate. The service, food and drinks are amazing! If you're in Austin and you love jazz .... this is the place to be. Located just below Capital Grille. The Margherita pizza & Puddin' on the Ritz (banana cream pie dessert) are delicious! There isn't a bad seat in the house. I'd recommend the first 3 rows in the center. The reservation will cover your assigned table(s). Cocktails, pizza and snack mix are available at an additional cost. (Worth it) Parker Jazz Club will not disappoint!! read more

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