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Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill
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Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill
Downtown
OPEN5:30 pm - 1 am
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Jazz, baby, jazz is what it's all about at this laid-back lounge that features top-notch live acts and continental cuisine.
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5.0
I had a very nice evening at this jazz club. The food exceeeded my expectations for a club. The barmaid was very attentive. Atmosphere was perfect. The audience was sympa.
Jan 15, 2026
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5.0
Music was fantastic, & the club is an intimate & warm place to be. Very fun & quality bands.
Jan 4, 2026
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5.0
Wonderful! Merveilleux!
It was like everything I ever dreamed about in a jazz club!!! I will go back every time I visit Montréal from now on! 😍😍😍
Nov 16, 2025
on Google
5.0
My wife & I have been going to the Upstairs Jazz Bar & have enjoyed the food, ambience & great jazz for many years. The intimate atmosphere of this iconic jazz club is perfectly suited for both traditional & modern jazz bands to play in. Excellent food & a great bar along with great service contribute to very pleasant & enriching dinner & jazz evenings!
Joel Giberovitch is an outstanding owner & host who has been serving the Montreal jazz community for over 30 years! Upstairs is deservedly a regular venue in the Montreal Jazz Festival.
Nov 1, 2025
on Google
5.0
Been here several times now, the most intimate & nicest jazz club I've been to! Patrons are respectful & keep quiet during the performances. You can actually enjoy the music as opposed to many other venues which have loud patrons which I find disrespectful. Will definitely be attending many shows in the future!
Oct 4, 2025
on Google
5.0
Incredible jazz club. Intimate setting right up front. Great service. Music was fantastic. Jazz with Cuban influence.
Oct 4, 2025
on Google
5.0
Like many jazz clubs, many people in a small place. Two of us booked rez late for 9:45 show on a Fri night, so were only able to get seating at the bar. On arrival they were delayed in turnover from 7pm show, so patrons for 9:45 show were standing outside til 9:30 not quite knowing what was going on. Hostess was wonderful & we all got seated. Bar space is shoulder to shoulder & on high stools angled at 90 degrees to stage. While you can manuever head to see the stage thru other heads, being twisted at 90 degrees was tough on my back. The sound system was excellent & all seats are close to stage with space being small. Having one of first 5 bar stools would be much better. The bartender was excellent & fast being right in front of you. We saw Dawn Tyler Watson Quartet & found ourselves lucky to stumble upon such an amazing voice with excellent musicians for such a small price. Show was 75 minutes, with every bit of it enjoyable. Get a table & you will love this place.
Sep 28, 2025
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5.0
Absolutely the best small & intimate jazz club in Montreal. I've visited many times & am NEVER disappointed!
Sep 5, 2025
on Google
3.0
Not worth the money. I'd rather pay for a jazz concert at a music hall, because the waiter would not allow us to talk at a low voice during the time the band was playing. They charged a $17 cover & then the waiter insisted every time he came to the table, that every person HAD to order a dish from the menu. I ordered'cazuela de mariscos' & the rice was overcooked to the point of almost disintegrating. They just added a lot of black pepper to make it seem flavorful. I can tell you (after a decade of living in Spain itself) that this is not how you cook a'cazuela de mariscos'. This anti-social experience really ruined our meeting with friends we had not seen in 6 years. Would not recommend as a place for socializing. Not at all like the other jazz clubs I've been to in other cities in the world. Maybe they should just put rows of seats in front of the stage, & forget about serving meals?
Aug 25, 2025
on Google
5.0
If you're looking for a cozy spot to hear jazz then you have to visit Upstairs. Make sure to make a reservation which was easy online. & then get ready for a very intimate jazz club with great food. & of course great drinks. I sat at the bar & had a great time with the server while listening to a really good jazz sextet playing mostly original music.
Music almost every night a week I think….& always changing.
A very satisfying jazz club evening!
Jul 27, 2025
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5.0
Great little jazz club with amazing food. Ticket cost ($15) is added to the bill for those with dinner reservations. Had the'Cabo' aubergine appetizer &'Vivaneau' red snapper, both were incredible! & the music was amazing. Will definitely be back.
Apr 1, 2025
on Google
5.0
I have travelled to multiple jazz clubs globally over the past few years, & nothing has come close to Upstairs Jazz Club. I visited with my friends & we all had an exceptional experience. Our server was charismatic, well informed, polite, & the food was unbelievable. The show was very entertaining; as me & my friends were blown away. The atmosphere was fantastic & everyone was having a great time, along with the amazing smells & lighting. Overall, I would highly recommend the Upstairs Jazz Club to everyone looking for a great night out!
Dec 26, 2024
on Google
5.0
Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill is an authentic jazz performance club & restaurant. The musicians are top flight & the club' s reputation is such that its the only off-site location for the prestigious Montreal International Jazz Festival. The food is excellent for what it is - including chicken, pasta, burgers, fish & salads. Delicious Tiramisu for dessert! "Upstairs" is a fine night out. Peter Kerr, Montreal
Dec 13, 2024
on Google
5.0
Small, intimate club with great music & great vibe. A cultural mainstay in Montreal....
Nov 11, 2024
on Google
5.0
This is a great Jazz Club. The quality of musicians is simply amazing !
Nov 3, 2024
on Google
5.0
Upstairs Jazz Bar in Montreal is a gem! The ambiance is amazing, with that perfect old jazz club vibe that sets the mood for a great night. The acoustics were flawless, allowing us to fully appreciate the incredible performance by the Blackburn Brothers-they were outstanding! The staff was friendly & welcoming, making the entire experience even better. If you're a jazz lover, this spot is a must!
Sep 14, 2024
on Google
5.0
Best Jazz resto/club in Montreal! A must visit for any jazz lover. The atmosphere is super warm, cozy & inviting. Fantastic. A+
Aug 14, 2024
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