Count Me In - The Best Jazz Bars in Kansas City, MO

If your idea of the perfect evening is relaxing with a drink while the sounds of Miles Davis or Eta James fill the space, you're looking for the best jazz bars in Kansas City, MO. You might want to go to a place where you can dress up or one where you can go in jeans and relax. Kansas City has a rich history with jazz music, and it's known for its own unique jazz style of hard-swinging, bluesy sounds. You can start with this list of jazz bars to find your favorites.

Green Lady Lounge

Live jazz music every night
Retro vibe
Full-bar service

Any night of the week, you can visit the Green Lady Lounge to listen to live jazz. You can choose to sit at one of the tables with friends or at the bar that stretches along one wall of the club. Low lighting and red walls give the space a warm feel.

You can enjoy a retro cocktail, such as a Pink Lady or a Moscow Mule, or opt for a glass of wine. If you're looking for a shot of whiskey or on the rocks, they have an extensive menu of bourbon and scotch. There is a limited food menu with appetizers and dessert options.

The Phoenix

Live music, including jazz
Full-service bar
Outdoor seating available

The Phoenix is one of the most popular venues in the city for live music. Along with jazz, they feature nights of blues, soul, and R&B. With dark wood paneling and brick walls, this location offers warmth, and it's a great place to bring friends to share a table or booth.

They have a Happy Hour menu each night where you can get great deals on your favorite cocktails or take advantage of their weekly specials that include food and drinks. You can get appetizers to enjoy with the show or a meal if you didn't eat beforehand.

The Blue Room

Inside the American Jazz Museum
Weekly open jam sessions
Space for dancing

There isn't a better place than inside the American Jazz Museum to enjoy live jazz. The Blue Room is this perfect venue. Even though it's a larger space, the small tables and comfy booths give the feel of a smaller, more intimate jazz club.

They have frequent live events, and some of them are free, while others have a small cover charge. You can reserve your tickets online so you don't miss out on a musician you want to see live. This venue has a bar that offers an assortment of cocktails and sodas, but you should plan to eat before you arrive because they don't serve any food.

Black Dolphin

Live music on Friday and Saturday nights
Intimate setting
Must be at least 21 years old to enter

Each weekend, the Black Dolphin hosts a live music event featuring different jazz musicians. You can pay the $5 cover fee at the door with cash or credit and choose a small table for you and your friends. They always offer open seating, and they don't accept advanced reservations. This venue is known for its extensive list of fun and tasty mocktails.

Don't worry; you can enjoy a real cocktail during the show or while you visit with friends. Their cocktail menu features six different kinds of Mules and an extensive beer and wine list. If you haven't eaten, you can snack on a charcuterie tray or have dessert before going out to dinner after the show.

Lonnie's Reno Club

Upscale jazz club
Reservations required
Fixed-price meal

When you want to hear jazz and have a special occasion or dinner night coming up, you should make reservations at Lonnie's Reno Club. This club celebrates the Reno Club, which was once the place to go and be seen if you were part of the jazz world. You can come to Lonnie's to enjoy an evening of live jazz with some of the best musicians.

Your fixed-price meal includes an appetizer, one of four entrees, and a dessert to enjoy while the jazz plays in the background. The locals rave about the cocktails whipped up at the club's full-service bar. You can also reserve the club for a special event.

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