Jazz Bars in London

The best jazz bars in London are impressive. Often small, often full of true jazz fans and always welcoming, the best jazz bars in London have a uniquely soulful and friendly air which many other live music venues in London struggle to recreate.

Bars
Boisdale

15 Eccleston Street, Westminster, SW1W 9LXBoisdale presents itself as a Scottish whiskey and cigar bar serving British food with a strong French influence. The Boisdale's food is heavy and rich with the emphasis on meat, although they do also cater for vegetarians.

Clerkenwell House

23-27 Hatton Wall, EC1N 8JEClerkenwell House is 'the hidden gem of the jewellery quarter'. Nestled between the hustle and bustle of Leather Lane Market and the romance of Hatton Garden, Clerkenwell House is an exotic fusion of stunning cocktails, a magnificent wine list, dazzling beers and an ever changing menu. Regular exhibitions of contemporary artists create a fresh and interesting space.

Dover Street

8-10 Dover Street, Mayfair, W1X 3PJAtmospheric restaurant with 3 bars. Dover Street serves up French/Mediterranean cuisine alongside a healthy dose of live jazz/blues and soul music.

Halo Bar,

The317 Battersea Park Road, Battersea, SW11 4LTThe Halo Bar features a raised stage with a stunning grand piano and vintage candleabras overlooking the large, elegant main room. Featuring outstanding local artwork and sculptures, great couches, low tables huge windows and high ceilings, Halo is a wonderful party and live music venue.The VIP section complete with subtle lighting and a fireplace is extremely popular for hiring and the live music acts are superb.

Jazz after Dark

9 Greek Street, Soho, W1V 5LEA jazz and blues cafe with live music every night. Serving A la Carte, set menu and a wide selection of drinks and cocktails.

Le QuecumBar & Brasserie

42-44 Battersea High Street, SW11 3HXA secret jewel in the heart of Old Battersea for over 21s. Outside Paris, Le QuecumBar is Europe's only dedicated Django Reinhardt Hot Club, Gypsy Swing and Jazz Venue. They have live music and Le QuecumBar is a 1930's style chic Parisian wine bar, with free parking, tropical garden, venue hire, corporate and private functions.
Le QuecumBar is famous for their Tuesday Night Jam Session!

Mandarin Bar

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, 66 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7LAMandarin Bar remains one of London’s most popular drinking destinations and the epicentre of Knightsbridge nightlife. It’s the premier place to see and be seen with regular live jazz and stylish, late-licensed surroundings to accompany its ambient buzz.Sink into a leather armchair, listen to live music and indulge in exotic bar nibbles.

Montuno's

138 Shoreditch High Street, E1 6JEJazz club and restaurant. Serving fusion food. Fantastic wine list. Bar and seating upstairs. Seating downstairs and jazz club.

NagsHead,

The12 Upper Street, N1 0PQThe Nags Head serves traditional English cuisine and a selection of real ales. They have Sky TV and show all the major sporting events on a big screen TV. They have live jazz every Sunday from 8pm.

North Pole Bar & Restaurant131 Greenwich High Road, Greenwich, SE10 8JANorth Pole offers you the option to enjoy your night out all under one roof with the North Pole ground floor bar, basement DJ bar and award wining fine dining piano restaurant.Live jazz sessions on Sunday nights from 8pm-10pm are an excellent way to round off the weekend.

MoreVillandry170 Great Portland Street, W1W 5QBFor breakfasting, light lunching, snacking, chatting, sipping, gossiping and meeting from morning until night, the Villandry Bar is ideal. Have soldiers with eggs for breakfast, charcuterie plate for lunch, Mezze bar snacks or crispy duck and watercress salad for dinner.The Villandry bar hosts a resident Jazz trio on Saturday nights who perform their unique blend of jazz, incorporating beats from bolero, funk, swing and bossa nove. There is also free wireless internet access available in the bar.

MoreWenlock Arms26 Wenlock Road, N1 7TAThe Wenlock Arms has a bar menu serving traditional English dishes available throughout the day and into the evening. The Wenlock Arms also have a wide range of real ales available.