Smalls Jazz Club

"Very talented local jazz musicians and a great listening atmosphere with a wide selection of drinks. Would recommend getting tickets beforehand, but thankful that the staff was able to find us some extra seats last minute when we stopped by spontaneously for a date night! The basement location is very unique and intimate such that you may thoroughly enjoy the music and feel relaxed and away from the rush of the city."

"Great jazz club. Definitely recommend. Go there 40 mins before opening time to get one of the walk-in tickets (costs 25$ versus the 40$ regular fee). Note that there is only 15 walk-in tickets per show, so be there early! (There is no food served, just drinks)"

"Difficult to encapsulate the whole experience into a concise review, but I'll try. I saw Joe Magnarelli Quintet here on my blessed birthday, 12/08/2023. The Quintet was fantastic. Piano, upright bass, trombone, percussion, and Joe on the trumpet. The set was brilliant, with Freddie Hubbard, Dexter Gordon, and my personal favorite Herbie Hancock represented. There was also a Christmas tune in there, but they did a good one. Much appreciation goes out to the band, who made my birthday night special. The waitress who brought drinks to our seats was also very good, she was prompt to get us another round but did not inordinately obstruct our view of the performance. Drinks are a little pricey but it's to be expected in a specialty venue such as this. There is a one-drink minimum but not any sort of strict dress code. I was dressed in khakis and a sweater and I felt completely comfortable. The name is very appropriate, as it is a very small basement joint, and the place fills up very quickly. If you're going out on a weekend, especially during the holiday season, I would highly recommend a reservation. Both the early and the late set on Friday the 8th sold completely out, so I'm glad I bought tickets in advance. It was a really fun experience and I would be very happy to have the chance to revisit this place. I only wish there were more places like it left in New York."

"The musicians were very talented and the crowd was engaged the entire time. Even on a rainy night, the house was packed and with a line waiting outside ready for the next show. The server was sweet and attentive to the large crowd of people. The seating is tight, but other than that the tickets were very affordable compared to other jazz bars and there was only a one drink minimum per person. I recommend this place to anyone interested in an authentic jazz bar experience, just be sure to arrive early so you can get first dibs on seating!"

"From the moment I stepped into this space, I let go of my usual role as the protagonist in my own life story. Tonight, I was content to be an observer, surrendering the spotlight to the real main characters. In this intimate setting, I found myself immersed in a different kind of story. The music filled the air with its captivating beauty, and the audience was a diverse yet harmonious community, brought together by a shared sense of curiosity. Amidst this enchanting backdrop, even the cocktails felt like an integral part of the experience. Here, the focus was not on chasing fame or fortune but on sharing a genuine passion. The atmosphere was undeniably romantic. In this moment and once again, I can’t help but feel that I have found the New York I have always dreamt of."