The Jazz Kitchen

The Living Proof Band was nothing but the truth!!!Also the burger, fries and cocktail were perfect!The crowd was excited, having fun and dancing. It was fun!!!

I waited too long to try the Jazz Kitchen. What a vibe! First off the place is gorgeous and is an intimate place to watch live Jazz. The guests were all dressed to impress and respectful throughout the show. We were seated 30 minutes before the show and were able to order food and drinks. I ordered the white chocolate blueberry bread pudding and it was a 10/10! So good. The prices for tickets and food were reasonable for a lovely night out without completely breaking the bank.

Stopped here with friends & enjoyed a nice evening. The menu had good options & there was full bar. Would swing by again if in the area.

- Food & Ambiance: Fantastic! And, that's not just me. During a Smooth Jazz cruise in 2024, I spoke to Richard Elliot, Peter White, Mindi Abair, Grace Kelly & others that have performed at the Kitchen. They all say they love the food, as well as the ambiance that are hallmarks of the Jazz Kitchen.- Service: The service we have had always meets the expectations one would have before and during the live performances.

Jazz Kitchen is a very special place. People might will tell you about it but you have to experience the wonderful food, the high energy and engaging atmosphere. The paella is and the sangria was a great way to wash it down. Don't listen to me...GO!

This was the first time here here for me on Saturday night to celebrate my sister's birthday. It was 50 years in Hip Hop. We all bought general admission tickets on their website with a first come, first serve seating situation. Come to find out there was reserved seating inside if you bought tickets through the promoter of the event. This was not advertised at all the Jazz Kitchen's website, so we and many other patrons had to sit outside for the event. We couldn't see the performances or enjoy the ambiance of the event. Also, the kitchen was closed for the event. Only tacos were sold outside in the patio area. It was disappointing all around.

It had great ambiance. The food was delicious, the portions were ample and the service was prompt. What more could you ask for?

I like The Jazz Kitchen. A cozy place to take in some good music & have a great cocktail. The food, in my opinion, is mediocre, but the quality of the drinks & the swiftness & friendliness of the service make up for it. I highly recommend to all, & will absolutely return.

I've long wanted to check out Indy's iconic The Jazz Kitchen, easily one of our best spots for live jazz since it first opened in 1994. It's got a national reputation for its live jazz performances (including national acts), wonderful cuisine, and top-notch atmosphere. Part of my hesitation has always been the parking situation in this area of what is essentially on the line of SoBro and Broad Ripple. It's always been street parking along with some options across the street at Fresh Market. They all seem to perfectly co-exist, however, and I was grateful that someone else was driving so I could really check out the scene for possible future visits. Street parking directly in front went away with the addition of a bus line, though street parking continues to exist. We parked in the Fresh Market area and they seem to have plenty of parking. As a wheelchair user, I find unpredictable parking a bit harrowing and it can get in the way of my attendance at a venue. The other modest disclaimer here is that I was at The Jazz Kitchen for a special event rather than a traditional concert/dinner situation. This was an awards ceremony with food options and a live DJ in place of live music. I will admit that it felt weird to have my first experience here not include jazz. First off, the venue is beautiful with amazing acoustics. It definitely gets a bit loud and as a speaker (and one of the presenters for this event) you definitely hear any conversations in the crowd. However, hearing the acoustics immediately made me want to attend a concert here. If I understood the venue correctly, and it was set up differently for this event, the main area is to the left when you enter. There's a center bar and an area to the right for those who don't want to attend the concert (but will actually hear the music). I was in the main area and food was set up in the back area. I was impressed that the stage had a small ramp set up, though I'm not sure if this was a Heartland thing or a Jazz Kitchen thing. Regardless, as a wheelchair user it was appreciated (it wasn't quite ADA and I did end up needing a little assistance - a combo of its grade and my lack of strength from recent surgery). The venue was set up nicely - even full, it was surprisingly accessible for the most part. There's some side rows that would not be wheelchair friendly, however, wheelchair options are pretty plentiful here. The restrooms are a bit narrow, however, I was able to get in them. There were two urinals and one stall. It's not perfectly accessible, though it's certainly very workable and better than a ton of music venues. Servers were friendly and every employee I met was a delight. I was able to get iced tea - since I had surgery recently, I was playing things pretty safe. I tried a couple of the food options (shrimp and a jerk chicken option) and both were amazing. I had a hard time not going back for more. I was also impressed with how quickly servers handled a toppled over bottled water - I suppose for a jazz club I shouldn't be surprised that it was smooth.During good weather, they have some outside options. The entryway is a bit narrow - this made it a bit difficult to depart since you had to pass a "red carpet" where photos were happening, but for daily event management it makes sense. The Jazz Kitchen tends to be an evenings only establishment with concert costs separate from dinner (think like a comedy club where there's often a minimum for drinks/food in addition to the show). While I'm still a bit intimidated by the parking situation, this was a blast and I'll no doubt be back.

The Marlin McKay Sextet * The Softer Side of Roy Hargrove was EXCELLENT! Mr McKay's narration was relevant and on point in terms of the MUSIC & the story with the music! The MENU is a variety of food!