Located in Aman’s Crown Building, The Jazz Club offers an upscale, subterranean lounge experience with world-class live jazz performances. Reservations are highly recommended for this refined speakeasy with high-end cocktails and a curated small-plates menu.
MidtownIntimateLegendary PerformersUpscale
Overview
Good to know
Book via reservations email well in advance—the club is small (~150 seats) and fills fast.
Seating arrangements
Reservations are essential as the space is small and often prioritized for hotel guests.
Good to know
Dress smart-casual: they enforce a dress code at the door.
Insider tip
The cocktail program is world-class; try the signature 'Crown' martini.
Best times to visit
Try to attend the earlier set (6:30-8:30PM) if you want to start fresh, quieter and more seated.
About
Founded in 2022 as part of the Aman New York hotel, The Jazz Club occupies a subterranean space designed to echo the Prohibition-era speakeasies, masterminded by designer Jean-Michel Gathy. It’s overseen by Creative Director Brian Newman and sits beneath the historic Crown Building, a landmark once home to the Museum of Modern Art.
This intimate 3,000-square-foot venue features a state-of-the-art acoustic system and a minimalist, dark-toned aesthetic that emphasizes the performance. The room is centered around a grand piano and a sleek stage, offering plush seating and a 'listening room' environment that remains social yet respectful of the music, attracting a mix of hotel guests and local jazz aficionados.
The Jazz Club is a nightly destination for live jazz, sometimes paired with DJs, dancing, or production elements, offering a blend of performance and party in one room. The space is underground, entered via a private entrance on West 56th Street, with dim lighting, plush seating, and a centerpiece 1962 Steinway baby grand piano visible from most vantage points. Patrons range from jazz aficionados to well-dressed date nights and travelers seeking something special.
Details
- Cover Charge
- $75
- Drink Minimum
- None listed separately; drinks ~$30 average
- Reservations
- Reservations required; tickets/performance fee per guest, no tickets sold at door without reservation likely approved in advance
- Seating
- Table-seating, lounge style, mostly seated; plush furniture, stage central
- Capacity
- 150 people
- Food & Drink
- Light fare / snacks menu, small refined bites; not full multi-course dinners
Location & Contact
9 West 56th St, New York, NY 10019