Since it opened in 1981, Blue Note Jazz Club has become a cultural institution in New York City and one of the premiere jazz clubs in the world. Blue …
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Mar 13, 2025
This is a bit of the 'theme park' jazz club. The music (Esmeralda Spalding) was very good but I cannot overemphasise how much you are squashed in and not treated with any warmth or respect! You will …Full review by ChinaSaucer1
Feb 26, 2025
God forbid there was a fire, we’d all be dead! Went to see the incredible Esperanza Spaulding last night… and she was divine! HOWEVER … they, the Bluenote, are not interested in your personal experie…Full review by Extraordinary699687
Jan 26, 2025
Went to see the amazing Harlem Gospel Choir. The experience was ruined by the venue. First thing to know is, they don't sell seats. It is first come, first served. If you want to sit, you must ar…Full review by kitchenwitch
Hi, we are a party of 2 looking to go in September on a Sunday or Monday night. How expensive are the drinks for a pint of lager and diet coke? Also, turn up 30 mins before? That seems to be ok. Also, is a table preferable to the bar? If so, reasons why please. Thanks.
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First the bar is at the main entrance so your view of the musicians is restricted especially if it’s a band you want to see. Drinks are NYC prices, have a few somewhere else …
First the bar is at the main entrance so your view of the musicians is restricted especially if it’s a band you want to see. Drinks are NYC prices, have a few somewhere else before you arrive and 30 mins is plenty of time to get seated etc.
Hi...going to see Ron Carter next weekend at the Blue Note. We've reserved a table, but I'd like a recommendation of where the best view would be. Never been there and I'd like to head in the right direction when they let the crowds in. Thanks in advance!
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I agree with all the comments already made. You don't say how many are in your party, so the only thing I would add is that the more people in the group, the earlier you should get there, …
I agree with all the comments already made. You don't say how many are in your party, so the only thing I would add is that the more people in the group, the earlier you should get there, otherwise you run the risk of having members of your group sitting at separate tables!
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