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- Alex HennesseyAugust 23, 2015Maybe my favorite place in the city? Great, intimate space. Mirrors strategically placed so you can really see how the pianist and drummer play. Performers are incredible and magnetic.
- Louis VuittonMay 2, 2012Listen to the best emerging stars in this quintessential jazz bar. Perfect for a relaxed, wine and music filled evening. The $20 cover charge is less than most places considering the quality of music.
- Alexandros PlexidasMay 14, 2016Great small live jazz club. Friendly staff, cheap beer and well spent 20$ entrance fee which gives you also the right to enter the other Smalls club across the street.
- Raven DorantesSeptember 28, 2018Homage to original, long closed, black-owned, Small’s Paradise in Harlem. This smalls does justice to that venue by featuring the best jazz musicians around. Go to an afternoon show to avoid crowds.
- Shawn CallahanAugust 31, 2022As the name suggests, this is a small venue. Get in the line early after buying your ticket online then find a seat up the front. You will feel like you are part of the band.
- Alex HunterNovember 28, 2022Intimate setting for live jazz. We made a reservation in advanced, seems like it’s easier to get tickets at the door for late night shows. Tight space so use the restroom and such before the show!
- GiacsonApril 17, 201920$ well spent for first class jazz.not much room inside so get there early. 3 daily sessions from 7:30pm. Great atmosphere. No food
- KevskiAugust 19, 2017Amazing music and atmosphere. Oh and there's a cat hanging around the club too, so that's a big plus! Kudos to the bartender for his awesome cocktails
- Yode KNovember 2, 2016We had a great time here. People are cool and welcoming. "The Flail" was playing high quality music ! Well do not be surprised, the smalls is small ;-) you may want to arrive early to have a sit.
- The Corcoran GroupOctober 3, 2011Spend an evening sipping on a drink and listening to fabulous jazz with other music aficionados. The $20 cover is cheaper than other joints and well worth it.
- Brian FanelliMay 6, 2016The most amazing jazz club in the city with an intimate setting that makes you feel like you're in the band! Can't wait to go back!
- Alyssa B.November 10, 2022Quintessential place for an intimate jazz night in the city. Require one drink.
- Chet ManciniJune 15, 2015Some of the best jazz in the village. Get there on time to get a seat. $20 cover but drinks priced reasonably.
- CacharrónDecember 14, 2014Just walk down the stairs, seat as close as you can to the stage, order a G&T and let yourself go. Pure NYC Jazz vibe on an untoppable location.
- Ryan ScottFebruary 11, 2017Awesome jazz venue with great atmosphere, service, and musicians. So far my favorite jazz venue in nyc, great value for $20
- Humayun RashidJune 13, 2015$20 cover is well worth the quality jazz you get. Stay all night if you want. Definitely a cool low key NY establishment.
- One of my favorite NY jazz clubs. Can’t go wrong here. Your tickets also gets you into sister club Mezzro across the street.
- MNZ .October 15, 2018Favorite spots in NYC! Good quality music, great spot, great musicians! cash only
- Jeff ByrnesDecember 15, 2017This is the real deal. NYC’s jazz scene is happening here, night after night. Come late (2am) if you want to catch the jam session.
- 𝙶𝚘𝚗𝚣𝚊𝚕𝚘 𝙰𝚛𝚎𝚗𝚊𝚜October 15, 2022Make sure to reserve tickets in advance. Its a small venue and they will sell out
- David SamuelsonAugust 17, 2018World class jazz in an authentic environment. What else could you ask for? Order a Booker’s and a can beer and get carried away.
- Antoine MoreauAugust 8, 2017Nice and intimate spot in NYC, sit right next to the band and enjoy the smooth jazz!
- Brent GatewoodFebruary 1, 2018Great venue for awesome jazz! I love spending time at this classic jazz spot!
- Vic ZaudDecember 5, 2014Wonderful small (no pun) club that brings an intimate jazz experience. Super unique.
- Raj S.April 11, 2012Been years since I've been here, but it was an incredible time. Got to the bar at 1130pm, and listened to a small group do a jam session on a random Thursday night. It was a great experience.
- Phil GillmanDecember 10, 2010The cheapest cover charge at any jazz club in the city. Only $20 and good all night - try asking for that at the vanguard or blue note and be prepared to be laughed at.
- Nicole TiponOctober 22, 2016Loved the intimate space and being close to the music. Will be going back soon!
- Sarah ColvinApril 30, 2012Sunday fun-day takes on a new meaning. Go early, stay late. Late night jam session is great if you're looking for local flavor. Provides a community for musicians local and abroad. It's authentic.
- MetroFocusNovember 7, 2011This place offers an intimate jazz experience that the pro's prefer and only locals know about. Make sure to add this place to your to-do list and check out our other local jazz picks on MetroFocus. Read more
- Jag FirerwalkerDecember 11, 2015Very small and home place. No matter where you sit, you are always in arms reach to the music. The art that that sell is done by one of the bar tenders
- Ana ZawackiMarch 15, 2015The best jazz around. Make sure to get in line early to secure a seat and let the music take you away.
- 99UApril 22, 2014Tiny, dark, and always packed, Smalls is the city’s quintessential, late-night jazz club, where emerging stars jam until the wee hours. Mon-Sun: 4pm-4am | $20 cover after 7:30pm
- Dermot O'SheaOctober 6, 2012Get there near the tail end of the matinée sessions (4pm-7pm) and the cover's only $10. NEVER a drop in quality, always only the finest jazz musicians.
- Stefano GuidolinFebruary 9, 2014Some amazing musician plays here!! Make sure to arrive a little early to take a seat, as the name suggests the place isn't big.
- Jon BillsFebruary 6, 2015Great space with live jazz and friendly staff. Arrive early to grab a seat. $20 cover charge.
- Ruben Garcia MohedanoSeptember 8, 2015If you like jazz and happen to be in NY, you have to drop by. Doesn't matter the day really
- Alexandre MunhozJuly 21, 2018Intimate. Simple but good drinks. Great bands. This place is just special. Highly recommend.
- Vadim MilichevSeptember 17, 2018Precious moments of great music creation, friendly and close atmosphere, and fine drinks.
- Andrew LazarusFebruary 9, 2014Get there early if you want a front row seat, but any seat in the house is great for sound, relax, don't worry bout it
- CharlottesApril 13, 2015I heard good things about Smalls and it didn't disappoint. Great mix of performers and diverse crowd really getting into it.
- Christophe FourleignieSeptember 20, 2012For me the best place to enjoy Jazz live in New York, until late @night (3 or 4 different concerts everyday)
- Spotted by Locals - city guides by localsAugust 15, 2015If you want to get a seat I recommend coming early Read more
- Rod M.April 28, 2012The jam sessions are generally great. You never know who is going to stop by. Roy Hargrove played trumpet last time I was there. Great night.
- J TJune 18, 2017$20 cover charge and intimate setting. Get there about 30 min early to get a good seat.