Birds

Listening-room bar with nightly live jazz in West Village

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Birds is a West Village listening-room style jazz bar at 64 Downing Street, known for showcasing rising jazz talent with global grooves and underground gems. Its intimate space features two nightly live sets, a rich vinyl collection, and a finely curated cocktail and snack menu.

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Overview

Know Your Spirit Tiers

Cocktail price tiers let you customize based on spirit: well, call, or premium shelves—good to know before ordering.

Book reservations 45 minutes early

Reservations open online at ~6:30 PM for the 7:30 PM set and ~8:45 PM for the 9:30 PM set—book early to snag a front table.

Ideal for jazz beginners

Perfect for jazz newcomers - relaxed atmosphere without intimidation factor.

Pre-Music Happy Hour Deals

Pre-music early bird specials (e.g., $10 martinis/manhattans from 5-6 PM) are excellent value.

Walk-ins start at 5PM

Walk-ins welcome starting at 5 PM; if tables are filled, bar seating is a good fallback.

About

Birds opened in 2025, founded by Naama and Assaf Tamir of Lighthouse and Messy, along with bartender Steve Schneider (Sip & Guzzle). It aims to give musicians a home by offering a warm listening-room space that blends jazz, funk, and global sounds. Since its debut, it’s presented both rising artists and special guests, extending beyond just jazz into blues, bossa, and breaks. The venue is an intimate, 1,200-square-foot space with deep blue velvet curtains, plush banquettes, and a cherry wood bar seating about a dozen. Two nightly sets start around 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM. The sound is close, acoustic-forward—the layout ensures that every seat offers a clear view of the stage. The crowd is a mix of serious listeners, date-night couples, and locals who appreciate both craft cocktails and live music. Key features include deep blue velvet curtains, plush two- and four-top tables, cozy bar seating, and a living-room energy in dim lighting. The music ranges from jazz, funk, and global grooves to rising local acts and occasional bigger names, with vinyl DJ sets before and after live shows. The venue is ideal for intimate evening listening or date night, offering solid snacks but not a full dinner service.

Details

Cover Charge
$15-25
Drink Minimum
None
Reservations
Cover is added to the final bill; reservations online; walk-ins accepted subject to availability.
Seating
Tables (two-tops & four-tops) plus bar seating
Capacity
50 people
Food & Drink
Light bites: steak tartare, seasonal salad, raw bar classics (shrimp, oysters), fluke tartare, snacks like charcuterie and marinated beans over smoked labne.

Location & Contact

64 Downing St, New York, NY 10014