I was excited to check this place out. I was recommended to check it out by two different friends. I show up at about 10:30pm, painfully sober, and am refused entry. I was told "Nope". Was I too drunk? Nope. Too ugly? Not as ugly as he was. He just said you can't come in. Well sorry for trying to enter on the one night I'm here in Edinburgh, some hospitality. 2/10 would not bang read more

On a random week night in Edinburgh, my friends and I were at a loss of what to do. After eating at the Outsider down the street, our waiter recommended the Jazz Bar. I'm so glad he did! We had the best time relaxing while watching some great local talent on acoustic night. It was interesting to see different types of people coming in, all to enjoy music. It felt like a huge family as the MC was making jokes with people in the audience. We left before the party got started after 12, but I wish we had stayed! read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE! Some jazz bars can be pretentious, but this place is (literally) underground and laid back. There is such a wide range of style in the music and age in the audience that you won't ever feel out of place. I particularly love the Monday night big band, but you can hear fantastic music any night of the week. If you're on a budget, the early shows are free but the covers are usually only 4 or 5 pounds. You can get a nice and decently cheap bottle of wine. They have fantastic espresso martinis. The only downside I can think of is that it's a pretty small venue, so if it's busy it can be uncomfortably crammed. read more

Potentially a good, maybe great venue. Overrated in my opinion, with surly doormen, rude bar staff and a really weird mix of clientele. Not what you would expect to be frequenting a live jazz venue. Infact, the majority seemed more interested in chatting loudly, rather than listen to the live music. The Jazz bar could do with a bit of a clean, it is dimly lit, maybe this is the reason why. read more

The best place to enjoy jazz music in Edinburgh. Live music every day and usually packed during weakends.

I was travelling by myself (summer 2009, i was 19) and with the people i met in the hostel we were walking around at night and after a bad experience in a previous pub we were very happy of finding this jazz bar. None of us were big jazz fans but the atmosfere in the place was absolutely wonderful and the live musicians were great and made us dance all night long! read more

The Jazz Bar has to one of my favourite spots to venture when on a night out in Edinburgh. The music is generally always great, there's a good crowd, and the bartenders make excellent drinks. The Jazz Bar is open until 3am and 5am during the Festival. There's generally an entrance cover ranging from 3-5 pounds (cheaper if you are a student). I'd recommend their espresso martini as I've always had a great one here! It's a great place especially if you have guests visiting the city. It's pretty centrally located as well! read more

Fantastic rowdy bar. Came here late at night and stayed even later. It was totally packed and lively. Got me some Innus & Gunn beer, which was my first time, and was fantastic. There was a band playing solid music. Some Scottish guy with a polo tucked into pleated khakis was leaning over and trying to say something, spitting in my face. It was quite genuine. read more

The Ron Burgandy in me has frequently lead me down to the Jazz Bar's underground venue, although unlike Ron I allow the band to play the jazz flute. Often hosting a local Jazz band or funky/soul alternative the Jazz bar is the ideal place to unwind to some decent live music. With the stage in close proximity to the seating area, a relaxed and comfortable seating environment and well stocked bar, the Jazz Bar is a great shout. Entry fees are inexpensive and if you keep an eye out for your preferred band on the upcoming listings you should be in for an enjoyable night. read more

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Many years ago, a Jazz Bar would have been on a list of places that I would rather avoid on a night out. However, time has changed me and not, Jazz Bar is one of the places always really rather fancy heading too as opposed to some awful club where the noise vibrates your chest and rattles your teeth. Maybe its just a sign of me getting old, but the thought of going some where and listening to somebody live who actually puts soul and passion in music is wonderful. On saying that though, half of the time you go there you will be jiving to the music, and half the time you will be listening to some guy murdering a saxaphone. Its a bit of a game of chance. The bar itself isnt anything special to write home about, because really, its all about the music here. read more

Heralded by Jools Holland as the best jazz bar in Scotland, this cosy hang out in the centre of Edinburgh is surprisingly easy to miss, tucked quite modestly next to the rather loud and buzzing restaurant, Biblos. Then again, the small size means it's probably best kept a little bit of a secret, and actually adds to the gig-like feeling one gets during the performances. The Jazz Bar is on EVERY NIGHT of the week.. that's night after night of new, fresh, exciting acts, ranging from local favourites (one can tell by the crowd's reaction!) to acts from Spain, the States and the list goes on... I've introduced the Jazz Bar to several friends, who like me, have been awed by the dim-lighted ambiance, the quality of the music, the friendliness of the regulars (I've never been there without chatting to someone new!) and the jazzy artwork for sale on it's vintage walls. It's difficult not to become a regular, and at £5 a go, £3 for students, it won't break the bank. Note of advice: head there for 11pm and have a little drink before the main act comes on, as they tend to take their sweet time! Some random acts, a recent experience being rock-folk, may sneak their way in, but it's usually a hit more than a miss. read more

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Ended here after our Xmas night out, different to the norm but really enjoyed it. 1st jazz band good but 2nd, more funk jazz were fab. Lots of dancing, drinking and fun had by all. V busy too... read more

Looking for some great live jazz? This is the place to go! I suggest getting there a little early to get the perfect seat. I went with a group and that is what we didand it is worth it. By the middle of the three hour performance, it was packed, standing room only and I wouldn't want to be standing for that long! Having been to various jazz venues in other places, it was exactly as I would expectdark, good sound, loud (so don't plan on talking), crowded and a well stocked bar. What else could a person ask for? Also, you can go on their website and see who is performing, so if you are looking for someone in particular, you know when you should go. Even if you don't know anyone in the jazz community, it is still worth going toyou will enjoy it. read more

I saw Sweet Cherie Bakewell do a fantastic rendition of Scream A Song Of Sixpence here a year or so ago - I was ill but my friends had a great night. read more

hmmmmm the Jazz bar, so close to being a 5 star venue, if it weren't for some of the awful acts i've seen in there, and its desire to try and straddle two purposes at once. Bill Kyle touts it as a listening venue, but clearly some people are just there because its cool (and believe me it is cool) but its mega annoying if you're actually there to hear a band. conversely however the jazz bar does work really well for some hard hitting bands who get people dancing, I've shaked by booty to the banana sessions many times there and its been fantastic! The bar is pretty expensive, handy for clearing out most students (if that kinda thing annoys you) but the afternoon tea is pretty cheap (nibbles included) read more

Live music all day long. Can't get much better than the Jazz Bar. Small covers, and opened till 3am allows for a great way to relax long after all the pubs have shut down. Mixed crowd. Expensive drinks. Not great for large groups all in all definitely a place to hit up when you're craving good music or a place to relax when 1am rolls around and you're still not ready to return to your flat. read more

We've had many good nights here! Good atmosphere. Go early to ensure you get a good seat!

I felt compelled to write a review today for my family friend visiting Edinburgh who hopefully sees it!:-) Great layout, vibe and beer!! I came about a year ago with my Dad who loves Jazz and draft beer and this place has it both!! Although I don't know much about Jazz music, the the music sounded great, the crowd was friendly and the service was awesome. My dad really enjoyed it too!! read more

Low lighting, smooth jazz, candle-lit tables sounds like your kind of night out? The Jazz Bar is one of the best known venues in Edinburgh for jazz, funk and blues, with a combination of local musicians and top international performers appearing on a regular basis. Open till late, the Jazz Bar is often the place underground musicians and their fans head after most other venues close for the evening, giving the bar a fresh lease of life around 1 am. Cover charges depend on the night, sometimes non, sometimes up to £6 for a big-name band or soloist. read more

The music is always really great and it has a chilled atmosphere. It's dark and intimate if you want to soak up the music with a drink or pull some shapes later on the dance floor. You could turn up here any time and have a great time, as I often do! read more

Can attract the wrong crowd on the worst nights and the best crowd on the best. When there's a decent performance going on, there's not many other places worth being in town. Brilliant location for a late one, with little other options within a close walkalthough that might be what attracts the odd crowd. read more

Great place, Friendly staff, Good music. We went in quite early, had a couple of beers, relaxed and listened to the music. Don't be put off by having to go downstairs into the club, its a great place. £4 entrance fee, money well spent. Ended up staying a lot later than we thought we would. Highly recommended. read more

Nice spot... well, maybe nice isn't the right word... but loads of atmosphere. Entertaining, quite cheap and lots of fun. I'd definitely recommend it for a night out. read more

Love it. Great place to go on a Monday when the big band play. the musicians have fun, and you feel a part of it. The service is good, the place is clean and the clientele mixed. Drinks aren't cheap, but then you don;t go to a jazz bar to get sloshed. Go here; buy a couple of drinks, sit back, chill out and listen to some great jazz music. Exactly as it says on the tin! read more

The only available table when we went in had sick on one of the seats. I can't believe the staff hadn't cleaned it up. Disgusting.

Maneuver own some narrow stairs and into a dimly lit bar area- and you have the perfect underground jazz den. Wear a trilby and buy a bottle of red. read more

If opal really isn't your scene and all you want is a chill night with some friends enjoying some good music, then the jazz bar must be the place for you. They do lots of good drinks too- an added bonus! read more

Great place to start off the night, grab drink, chat and relax to some good music before heading out to dance.

This is a fab venue with nice folks, chilled atmosphere and good, live music. You are more likely to get a seat if you go early and you also don't have to pay if you get there before 8pm usually but check the website for details. read more

Very cool and intimate venue! Small cover charge that i think goes directly to the artists, decent drink options and prices (you have to try the Passion fruit cider!), and pretty cozy overall. If you can, get there earlier to grab a seat so you are not standing around the bar. We showed up a bit late, but after about 15 minutes were able to grab a seat. Really enjoyed the music, a great way to end our first night in Edinburgh! read more

The Jazz Bar has DUMBED BOWN recently on Saturday afternoons, a Singing? bass player and a STIFF drummer its HORRIBLE to my ears

now this is a great bar. The atmosphere is great and moody. And there's jazz music too, even if your not a fan of jazz its a change to have some real live musicians playing, while you hang out with friends read more

Best show in town.

Thank god for the Jazz bar! Somewhere open late that is not full of assholes!! I love this place for the good clientele, friendly doorstaff, and fantastic live music. read more

Rude Manager with the door staff not far behind, living on hype and filled with lots of students pretending their into Jazz, all they want is a 3 am bar. New management and door staff might help change things along with a clean!! read more

this is one great little late night venue. the musical talent of the regulars and guests (from what i have seen) is pretty top notch. the late night slot especially throws up a real variety from funk to hip hop. it also draws a crowd you might not expect, calling to young and old alike. the only real danger here is that it draws you in, makes you feel at home and calls you back for more and more read more