Hidden Jazz Club
Fancy a fun jazz event in Waterloo this December? At The Vaults Theatre, you and your pals can check out Hidden Jazz Club's great lineup. We mean everyone from Cherise and Binker Golding to Jas Kayser and James Copus.
Do the likes of Louis Armstrong and Miles Davis get your toes tapping? Do you melt at the idea of a night spent lapping up live jazz in some of London's most gorgeous locations? Then let us help. From music festivals and jazz clubs to nights of music held in secret locations, check out our guide to the best places to find jazz in London.
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Last updated on 10th March 2023
One of the best jazz bars in Covent Garden, Mrs Riot is the modern bistro and cocktail spot promising fun nights out with an incredible soundtrack. Head to the Henrietta Street venue for potent drinks and talented musicians every night of the week.
This speakeasy prohibition bar features jazz from the 1930's in a grown up and classy environment. The Nightjar Bar was created as an antidote to the overcrowded bars of Shoreditch and Soho. Come here for the varied live music and late nights on the decks.
@ The Spice of Life on Every Sunday
Hosting a jazz event every Sunday, Spice of Life in Soho is one of the best places to catch live music in London. You can either join the trio with an instrument or vocals, or kick back and enjoy the night of entertainment.
To listen to live jazz, swing and blues, look no further than unique cocktail bar Evans & Peel Detective Agency. This secret spot sees you head through a hidden door to a Prohibition-style drinking den, where cocktails inspired by bootleg liquor are whipped up before your very eyes.
Taking you back to the golden era of jazz, Vintage Arts Asylum is going beyond your average live music night in London. The swinging specialists will showing you the steps to classic dances for you and your friends to practice with a live band.
If you're looking for a suave space to enjoy a little jazz, shimmy on over to Ricco Lounge in Kensington. Showcasing slinky interiors, with velvet booths and intimate lighting, it's the perfect place to guzzle cocktails while listening to fabulous live music.
@ The Half Moon on Thursday 30th March 2023
To combine your comedy night with live jazz, look no further than Catastrophe Cabaret at The Junction near Brixton. This boozer plays host to the monthly residency, where siblings Luke and Olivia Nixon bring their favourite comedians to the stage, alongside plenty of musicians too.
The Basement Shoreditch is a new live music bar in East London that showcases jazz performances and served expertly-crafted cocktails. Armed with an impressive arsenal of fruit, liqueurs and fiery spirits, the bartenders are capable of making every drink under the sun and promise to cater for every mood or taste you might have. Head down with your mates, grab a cocktail and enjoy all the mellow vibes this jazz bar has to offer.
@ Toulouse Lautrec Jazz Club on Wednesday 26th April 2023
At Toulouse Lautrec Jazz Club, Groove Verse presents Take The Mic, an event sure to be a crowd-pleaser. This exclusive spoken word night features 20 different artists chosen at random. All acts will have a top jazz and soul pianist Madeleine so you can perform in style.
Blues Kitchen Camden is a cool North London venue famous for both its live Blues and Jazz performances, as well as its wide Bourbon offering. Eat well, sample the many different types of bourbons and craft ales, and enjoy live music performances at one of the most talked about jazz venues in London.
Happy hour 4.00 pm- 7.00m every day. 2 cocktails for £12.00 and any beer/cider for £4.50
Powerplant Camden is not only offering up a fabulous range of events for jazz lovers, but also plenty of mouthwatering food. Enjoy their themed dinners with the smoothest live music, complemented by tasty plant-based bites and wine.
Known for its mouthwatering menu of cocktails and quirky neon interior, Gigi's Hoxton also happens to host some of London's most exciting live music events. Swing by in the week for chilled-out jazz or head here on the weekend for a more lively affair.
Louche is one of the best jazz clubs in London, giving you the chance to catch regular live showcases from their piano lounge and performance space. Kick back with some of their signature cocktails while watching amazing artists throughout the week.
If you're searching for some of the best jazz events, then look no further than Kindred. Located in stunning Hammersmith, their live lounge boasts some of the West End's best performers, with range of cocktails and bubbles.
If you have a love of all things jazz, then chances are you're going to want to check out 28-50 By Night. This Central London joint hosts regular live music sessions throughout the week, so you can get stuck into a fabulous meal accompanied by wine and a load of sweet tunes.
Experience the sweet sounds of old school jazz as this Shoreditch spot spins a soundtrack of smooth hits. With live music till the early hours and an impressive menu of bistro-style dishes alongside signature cocktails, this is one for you.
Be taken back to 1930s Paris with Benoit Viellefon's classy roster of events over at iconic jazz hub Ronnie Scotts. Expect groovy gypsy swing, including plenty of Django Reinhardt classics, romantic French tunes and more, all played to perfection by their live band.
Fancy your Sunday roast dinner accompanied by live jazz? That's exactly what's in store at The Montpelier, a Peckham destination where you can tuck into piled-high plates while listening to smooth and sultry tunes.
One of the best jazz clubs in London, Toulouse Lautrec is the Elephant and Castle hideaway for music and culture lovers across the city. Head over to the Newington Butts venue for the chance to catch live bands, cabaret or take part in some quirky life drawing sessions.
What better way to spend a Sunday than by listening to a load of live jazz over in Battersea? The Four Thieves makes sure you're well looked after, offering up sumptuous Sunday roasts, magnificent bloody marys and banging tunes to boot.
Looking for a top notch dose of jazz in East London? Then head on over to Boisdale in Canary Wharf as this legendary music venue and bar promises a fun-filled roster alongside a plethora of smoky, romantic nights in the city for any and all jazz lovers.
@ Atrium Bar at the President Hotel on Friday 24th March 2023
The President Hotel's Atrium Bar is the host of some elegant evenings of entertainment, offering up jazz bands, sax, piano, duos and more for your listening pleasure. These live music nights aren't to be missed out on.
Jazz in the New York-style loft space that also has a gorgeous rooftop terrace? That's exactly what Night Tales Loft has in store if you head over on Wednesday nights. Plus, tickets and walk-ins for tables are totally free if you get there before 8pm.
The mix of EP launches, new bands and established acts at Old Street Records will probably grab your attention first, but there's also an intimate basement bar where things are a little more low-key. Head below street-level and settle in for intimate jazz nights with bespoke cocktails and authentic Italian pizzas for company.
Live piano bar, restaurant and event space Fidelio Cafe is one of the best around for jazz. Think lineups of top musicians at the Farringdon spot, alongside brunch in the cafe and private hire options if you're looking to host something special.
Every Friday from 7pm, Buon Vinello plays host to a range of live music acts, ranging from jazz and soul to blues. While you enjoy the sweet sounds, try a few tipples from the extensive wine list, as well as the cheeseboards, Roman-style pizzas and lasagne.
Head over to Bloomsbury every Wednesday and Thursday where The Leopard Bar brings you the goods with a live jazz band. The perfect soundtrack to a date or drinks with friends, the band creates a wonderful atmosphere in which to enjoy a few cocktails or a light bit after work.
With a focus on jazz tunes and soulful versions of pop songs, QT is a cool club that's bound to impress. Expect West End stars and famous instrumentalists accompanied by stunning vocals, all while you sip cocktails and take in the plush space within the Middle Eight hotel.
@ The Queensbury on Every Sunday
Located over in Willesden, The Queensbury is finishing our weeks off with a bang, offering up their fabulous Sunday jazz roasts. From 2pm, you can scoff down beef or chicken, accompanied by all the trimmings, as well as the smooth sounds of live music.