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Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill
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Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill
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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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4.0
Relatively fun spot on a Saturday night in Montreal. However, talking during the jazz set was discouraged/not allowed & there was no room for dancing. Understandable considering it is such a small venue, but not what I expected. The nachos we ordered were terrible, but the drinks were fine.
Nov 20, 2025
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4.0
Had a wonderful evening with an amazing CD launch. The vibe is always great … typical jazz room…& love the listening room rules. My only less than positive comment would be that there there were approximately three too many patrons sitting at the bar. We usually sit at the bar when we go to music & restaurant venues & this night it was actually too tightly packed where you had difficulty raising your elbows to cut your food. The food was however excellent once it reached our mouths.
Nov 16, 2025
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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
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5.0
Great Jazz Bar! The music was fantastic & the service top notch.
Nov 15, 2025
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5.0
Great jazz bar with delicious meals. Wednesday night jam session was wonderful...great talent & intergenerational, casual atmosphere.
Nov 14, 2025
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5.0
Fabulous venue for listening to great jazz & to have a delicious meal.
Nov 8, 2025
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5.0
Delicious food served up in a fantastic location - the live jazz in the small intimate venue made for a special evening. Highly recommended.
Nov 5, 2025
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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
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5.0
We had a blast, the Jazz trio were spectacular with their music performance. Ceviche was excellent…
Oct 26, 2025
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5.0
We've been to Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill around fifteen times over the years, & it remains one of our favorite spots in Montreal for live music. The atmosphere is always inviting, intimate, warm, & with that unmistakable charm that makes jazz feel alive & close. The lineup is consistently strong, from local talents to seasoned performers, & the sound quality in the room is fantastic.
The beer is good but the selection is not solid, same for food is good, though I'd love to see the menu refreshed from time to time (perhaps every couple of years) just to keep things interesting. The current dishes are well-prepared, but the variety could be a bit broader. Still, the overall experience more than makes up for it: good service, great music, & a cozy setting that never loses its appeal.
Oct 26, 2025
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5.0
Une super soirée de jazz cubain! L'accueil parfait, le service avec le sourire & attentionné (on nous a servi de l'eau en continu), la nourriture délicieuse & généreuse. Bref, on a adoré & on reviendra ! Le lieu est très cosy & l'ambiance au top.
Oct 24, 2025
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5.0
Very nice jazz bar, great atmosphere, food is excellent & staff are very welcoming.
Prices are reasonable.
Oct 13, 2025
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4.0
First time checking out Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill on a late Sunday night. There's up to 3 sets with cover ranging from free to $15.00.
The inside is intimate, dimly lit with a mix of seat options. Checked out a 10pm show (free cover) that featured a quartet but the show was only 35 min. Ordered a Belle Gueule blonde ($5.00) & Sauvignon blanc ($10.00). 3.5 stars.
Oct 12, 2025
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5.0
Jazz à l'année, merveilleux !
J'y suis aller pour souper & spectacle !
Oct 12, 2025
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5.0
Unforgettable evening. Live music, Annika Chambers & Paul Deslauriers were awesome.
UPSTAIRS Jazz Montreal is a new favorite place for me & my wife.
Oct 11, 2025
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5.0
Très bel endroit pour découvrir des artistes du jazz local!!
L'ambiance est incroyable!
Le service est excellent!!
Oct 5, 2025
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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
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