Arthur's Tavern
Jazz and Blues Venue
West Village, New York
"Incredible live jazz and blues music!"(5 Tips)
"Ask for sweet Georgia brown :)"(3 Tips)
"Listened to the grove street stompers there."(3 Tips)
"Very cute jazz bar! Mondays are perfect!!"(2 Tips)
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Mat ThiesJanuary 15, 2014Best stage I have ever seen in a bar. The band was really tight. A girl I was with got thrown out for swearing after ordering a $6 water. Hey staff of Arthur's Tavern, don't flatter yourself.
Aryan JAugust 15, 2014Intimate bar setting with great music and an even better vibe. There's a two drink minimum per set per person and it's cash only. Make sure to tip the band!Upvoted Mar 9- Incredible live jazz and blues music! Come on Thursdays or Fridays and listen to Sweet Georgia Brown and Off the Hook! Gets crowded, come early if you want a table.
Alyxa LeaseJuly 21, 2014Live music every night for the last 80 years, this dive music bar hosts a Motown funk band and a sweet jazz trio on Saturdays, but it sounds like every night is a treat! #nycmustsee
Songza MusicSeptember 27, 2013Arthur's Tavern is an unassuming dive bar where you can always expect to find a dance party soundtracked by an amazing house band playing crowd-pleasing '70s soul and funk.
Kayleigh HarringtonAugust 28, 2017Bring your friends from out of town and get ready to dance. Bring cash.
Zach AaronsApril 9, 2012Arthur's is the oldest jazz club still active in NYC. Each night is a great act. The Grove Street Stompers have performed there every Monday since 1962, the longest gig… (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Meh MerhJanuary 11, 2018Beautiful decorations around the tavern and the best bartenders! Great people, music, and drinks!
emily chenAugust 13, 2016The greatest jazz funk cover band on Saturday nights. Cash only. An old school gem of an institution in NYC.
Meg FarmerMay 19, 2015Such a fun scene, live music and an energetic crowd. Impossible not to have a good time, but warning: it's cash only.
MashenKitaSeptember 6, 2014Loved the live band. Good service. A lot of fun and great jazz and funky music. Will be back for sure!
Alex FishSeptember 29, 2018Come for some live groovy jazz. No cover, but good to tip the band. Remember, cash only!
Washington Square HotelSeptember 28, 2012This nightclub has been entertaining New York City since 1937 with the best of live jazz and blues. The legendary Charlie Parker and the great Roy Hargrove played here."
Rachael CurrieMay 25, 2014Come for the jazz, hidden secret in NYC! Amazing vibe... If you can see the band 'off the hook'
Silvia Butta CaliceJanuary 6, 2015Free love music bar in the village. It is the oldest bar also, do there's that!
Spotted by Locals - city guides by localsOctober 1, 2013A true New York institution for live jazz, funk & rhythm & blues.The musicians live from your tips, so be generous Read more
SloanJuly 11, 2011Only bad thing about this place is that I didn't find it sooner. Smooth motown songs performed by a great (sometimes changing) live band. cash only. no cover, but 1 drink min. per set ($10)
Annie LuOctober 19, 2012The drinks are expensive and even the beers are overpriced but it's not like you're here for the alcohol. Just enjoy the music and don't forget to tip!- ᴡ ToyMay 29, 2010The atmosphere is fun, food & service better than expected, and the music very cool -- check out the Eri Yamamoto Jazz Trio, a jazz/acoustic/nu-jazz band!
Ece .April 24, 2013Good music,cool place but administration sucks! Cash only?!!2drink min per person per set??!year 2013 city:new york??
Amy BJanuary 28, 2015Live music, friendly bartender. Not so much a dive bar so don't expect cheap drinks. Cash only.
James BatesSeptember 27, 2016Free live jazz but the drinks suck. The two drink minimum is a PITA too.
Colleen Newvine TebeauMarch 31, 2010The Grove Street Stompers play Dixieland jazz every Monday night 8-11 p.m. -- and have for 35 years. I dare you not to tap your toe or bob your head. Read more
Dessy RabuseJuly 26, 2010fun, eclectic, great jazz band. Halloween, Hannukah,4th of July, Christmas etc. decor everywhere. No rhyme or reason but fun nonetheless!
Victor CMay 13, 2016The most rude waitress I have ever had the misfortune to encounter. Do yourself and the world a favor and fire her.
MarthaApril 4, 2015Total dive, that is decorated for every holiday 365 days a year. Live music is good. Nothing special otherwise.
Last time I was there a waitress told me about a time a taxi in the Bronx provoked a knife fight. Note: not the driver, car itself. She left it incapacitated in an intersection. Going back tonight.
TKGOMay 8, 2011Small space, big sound. Bring your cash, wear flat shoes, and pee before you leave your apt.
Kostas WilliamsFebruary 10, 2012Sweet Georgia Brown is the mama of funk. Go catch her on a Thursday night.
Michael NuzzoJuly 29, 2009Arthur's rocks. Dirty. Dingy. Awesome music. Bring your cash. Leave your attitude. If you bring a girl there on the first date and she OKs a second...she may be a keeper.
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