Ryan Langan

in the last week

"Our experience was incredible. We waited about 15 minutes without a reservation. There is no cover to get into the bar. If you want a drink you have to spend a minimum 15$. The coktails and beer are all very good and worth it. It’s cash only at Arthur’s Tavern but they have an atm downstairs but I would recommend bringing cash with you beforehand. The live jazz was incredible they put on quite a show I will be going back. Very old school place supper welcoming and great service."

Jason Turton

2 weeks ago

"If I am in NYC on a Monday night, I am at Arthur's to see the Grove Street Stompers. It is thought they are the longest running regular band in a venue in the history of the city, but that also means probably also the USA and potentially the World, having played here every Monday night since 1962 (with the exception of the funeral for JFK and Covid). The venue is sublime. The band is amazing. Dixieland can not die while such consumate musicians carry its legacy. Thank you again and again for allowing me to be a tiny part of this incredible history. See u again asap!!!"

Delphica Sibyl

a month ago

"West Village's gem Great place with amazing jazz musicians with stories to tell. Their love for Jazz and playing itself is so heartwarming. Cocktails are pretty good and there is almost no food ;)"

Diane Lees

3 months ago

"We did not eat there. We just went to have drinks. Really cool quintessential New York vibe. The jazz was great. The bartender was fun and really attentive."

Lydia Birnbaum

7 months ago

"Amazing old music spot in west village. Took my mom here because we love jazz and it’s a historical spot. It is a tiny place and seating is limited but we lucked out because we got there earlier (8:30 pm) and were able to snag two spots. I think going here with a large group would be very difficult because you would probably be waiting outside for a while (they have a bouncer who keeps track of capacity. Cash only but ATM downstairs. I had one incident where a bartender broke a glass in front of me and it just broke all in front of me but they made me a new drink right away and apologized. Then I got splash with a lot of beer by one of the bartender and I think they felt bad so they took off a round of drinks which was nice. Stayed 2 hours, paid $54. Honestly their drink minimums are easy to meet in that time anyway so no complaints and since there was no cover we made sure to bring extra cash to put in the bucket the musicians bring around. All of the musicians were extremely talented and got to have their own solo moments displaying their skills—definitely the best jazz bar I’ve been to in the city up to this point. Be aware if you don’t drink alcohol, they don’t have sodas or anything on the menu, but they have mock tails that are priced the same as alcoholic drinks. Bathroom downstairs. Overall: this is a great place for 2-3 people if you love the classic New York jazz scene, don’t mind being squished in with a lot of other music lovers, and want to get the most bang for your buck. There are other good jazz places but Arthur’s is set apart by the talent they provide at a low price point. Keep in mind that they don’t exclusively play jazz, it depends on the musicians booked each night so check the calendar. Will be coming back for sure."