Reviews describe Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill as an intimate, cozy venue with high quality live jazz that makes audiences feel close to the performers. The program ranges from local favorites to guest artists, delivering energetic performances that are often praised as fantastic, memorable, or magical. Food and drinks are generally well received, with many noting tasty dishes and good value, though a few comments point to occasional dishes arriving not as hot as hoped or menus needing refreshed. The atmosphere is frequently described as romantic or warm, making it a great setting for a night out or a relaxed evening of music, while the venue can feel crowded and seating tight during peak hours. Service is commonly described as friendly and attentive, with praise for helpful staff and efficient operation, though a minority report slower service at busy shows. Reservations are recommended, especially for popular performances, and knowing who is playing ahead of time helps select a good table. Overall Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill is seen as a Montreal staple for jazz lovers, consistently delivering memorable music and a distinctive vibe.
Stellar performances, but eat somewhere else first.If you are looking for an intimate, old-school jazz vibe, this is a beautiful spot with tons of character. The local McGill jazz combos we saw were incredibly talented. The cover charge is transparently added directly to your bill. The service at the bar was friendly & the cocktails were well-made. However, the dinner menu fell a bit short. The pasta dish was relatively bland & watery, so I'd recommend coming purely for the music & sticking to casual drinks or an appetize
ALWAYS great service. Great eats. The Maia Prasad Quartet was playing (FANTASTIC!!) & the audience was vibrant, creating a fantastic atmosphere & energy. Thank you, Upstairs!!
Unforgettable evening (10-OCT-2025). Live music, Annika Chambers & Paul Deslauriers were awesome.
UPSTAIRS Jazz Montreal is a new favorite place for me & my wife.
This is an update, yesterday (28-MAR-2026) was Joaquin Nunez & Habana Safari night. Awesome group, awesome music & performance, awesome place, as usual.
Another update, yesterday, (21-MAY-2026) a fantastic evening with Andy Rubal Cuban Jazz. What a band, we enjoyed every second. Awesome place as usual.
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Je suis allé voir un spectacle jazz accompagné d'un souper. C'était une belle expérience. La nourriture était excellente, l'ambiance chaleureuse & le personne agréable. Je recommande
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