Le Upstairs, ce sont des spectacles de jazz de grande qualité, auxquels vous pourrez assister confortablement assis dans un sofa, un verre à la main ou en dégustant un savoureux repas.
Les avis sur Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill convergent sur un endroit intime et chaleureux où l'on vient avant tout pour la musique, avec une programmation variée et souvent de haut niveau qui attire un public respectueux et passionné. Le cadre, cosy et dépaysant, offre une excellente acoustique et une proximité live qui donne l'impression d'être au cœur du spectacle; la clientèle apprécie l'atmosphère feutrée, idéale pour un soir en amoureux ou entre amis. Côté restauration, les plats et les boissons suscitent des retours globalement positifs: cuisine soignée et portions généreuses dans l'ensemble, avec des spécialités appréciées et des desserts convaincants, même si certains commentaires signalent des plats tièdes, des portions modestes ou des tarifs élevés en rapport avec la taille du lieu. Le service est globalement apprécié pour sa gentillesse et son professionnalisme, mais quelques expériences évoquent des périodes d'attente, une gestion des places serrée et des soucis d'efficacité lors des pics d'affluence. La réservation est fortement recommandée, car les concerts affichent souvent complets et que l'ambiance demeure concentrée sur la musique. Dans l'ensemble, Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill demeure une référence incontournable pour les amateurs de jazz à Montréal, offrant régulièrement des spectacles remarquables et une atmosphère unique qui rend les soirées mémorables.
The Upstairs jazz bar is a great place to go to be reminded of just how much wonderful talent there is in this crazy world. Always a terrific experience. Highly recommended.
Really disappointing experience overall. The main act cancelled last minute & was replaced by another band, which already set a different tone for the evening. We arrived on time but our table wasn't ready, so we had to wait about 10-15 minutes.
When we were finally seated, it was all the way in the back near the kitchen/bathroom area where we could barely see the band. While trying to have a normal conversation at our table with instrumental jazz playing, the staff repeatedly told us we were too loud, even though nearby tables were much louder & weren't being addressed.
On top of that, the drinks were disappointing (the martini tasted mostly like olive juice, & the Encore cocktail wasn't good either). Overall, the experience didn't match the expectations for a jazz bar night out.
3 mars 2026
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Le vendredi 27 février 2026 était notre première expérience au Upstairs. Nous étions assis au bar & avions réservé pour 18h. Le barman était bien sympathique & ses cocktails étaient délicieux. Nous avons commandé des entrées à partager & tout était très bon. Le spectacle de jazz était VRAIMENT super, avec des musiciens vraiiiiment exceptionnels. Une très belle soirée, à refaire!!
I had an amazing time at Upstairs Jazz Bar & Grill. I sat at the bar for the show. My bartender was very attentive & kind. It was the night before Valentines Day & I was solo but I didn't feel awkward or lonely. The band was fantastic & the venue was cozy & romantic
We had a wonderful night at Upstairs Jazz Bar for the Upstairs Jam Session with Jim Doxas on Wednesday. Food was excellent (recommend the aubergine parmesan, but lots of the plates going by looked delicious). Exceptional jazz! If you are in Montreal, be sure to make a reservation for Wednesdays at Upstairs Jazz.
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.
Visited Upstairs Jazz bar during a 48 hour trip to Montreal, atmosphere was wonderful & service was great. Food & drink prices were reasonable. Overall a great experience & would 100% go again; & recommend a friend to go here.
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They should revisited their'vins à la carte' simply not possible to drink it. Surprising for a Jazz bar downtown. Also it took 20 min just to order & we had to insist someone come at our table to take the order.
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.
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.
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.
Don't let the name fool you... Upstairs Bar & Grill is actually downstairs! I got in last-minute off the waitlist for a seat at the bar, & I'm so glad I did.
The vibe is lively & welcoming, with very friendly fellow patrons (definitely a late Gen X/Boomer crowd overall; think relaxed, music-loving regulars rather than rowdy kids). Service was warm & personable; it was a packed house so things were a little slow, but totally understandable & handled with grace.
Food was a standout: I had the salmon salad & it was fantastic. Great value, flavourful, clearly a well-thought-out menu overall. Drinks were also on point: I enjoyed a well-balanced dirty vodka martini made with a new-to-me top-shelf vodka, & the wine selection looked solid.
The space was completely packed, which speaks to how popular it is, though part of me wished there had been room to dance. Can't have it all, I guess!
Would definitely go back for the atmosphere, the food, & that martini. Highly recommend grabbing a bar seat if you can snag one.
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.
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.
