8 Chic Jazz Bars NYC Insiders Love For a Night Out

With live music every night and classic American fare, the Flatiron Room is the perfect combination of dinner and a show. Founded in 2012, there are two locations—one in NoMad and one in Murray Hill—but both have an equally lively atmosphere. It is also a celebrated whiskey and bourbon bar, meaning you are sure to find a quality cocktail. The 1920s speakeasy ambiance can set the mood for a romantic dinner or a chic night out with friends.

Located in the cellar of The Roxy Hotel in Tribeca, the Django is a must-try jazz bar if you're looking for a range of performances. High ceilings, exposed brick walls, and intimate lighting immediately transport you to a jazz bar in Paris. Each night, there are multiple performances, alongside a small dinner menu and luxurious cocktails.

Named after Winifred T. McDonald who ran a café during the Jazz Age for fashionable Garment District passersby, it's no wonder that Winnie's Jazz Bar is all about glamour and elegance. Located in the Refinery Hotel, this bar is a refined and intimate space with an extensive whisky and scotch selection and an elevated dining menu. From Tuesday to Saturday, stop by to enjoy jazz performances in the evening for no cover charge or drink minimum. 

Nestled in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, St. Mazie Bar & Supper Club promises a dynamic upscale dinner and show experience. To start your evening, you can head to the Supper Club in the cellar for elevated comfort food or handcrafted drinks. Afterward, move upstairs to the main floor for the live performance and perhaps some oysters. With live music every night and regular special events, like underground burlesque, this jazz bar is worth your Friday night reservation.

Located in Greenwich Village in the former legendary 1940s jazz bar Club Cinderella, Zinc Bar maintains the same warm atmosphere and Art Deco decor of the era. If you are looking for Latin jazz or African and Brazilian bands, this is the place to be.

For the Bushwick fanatics, Ornithology is for you. Every night, the venue hosts bohemian Jazz performances. If you're looking to grab a bite beforehand, you can also stop by Café Ornithology for vegan dining and signature cocktails. While Ornithology is a more casual spot, it's just as entertaining and a great introduction to the NYC jazz scene.

If you haven't posted on Instagram in a while, you'll want a picture of you and your date at Canary Club. Between the restaurant's glamourous New Orleans-inspired decor and evening performances in the cozy basement jazz bar, it's the best of both worlds. Once you've ordered your photogenic drink, make your way downstairs and enjoy the music, which includes funk and soul in addition to jazz. Located on the Lower East Side, it hosts live music Wednesday-Sunday.

Situated in the Carlyle Hotel on the Upper East Side, Café Carlyle provides a classic cabaret experience. With charming decorations and regular performances from must-see jazz artists and singers, it creates an atmosphere that immerses you in a bygone era. Since it's a supper club, you can also enjoy dinner and drinks during the show.