Birdland

We were visiting New York City and got tickets to a show at Birdland. The evening exceeded our expectations. Here's why...- The show was great...but that's very dependent on the performer, I'm sure. The place is so intimate...I don't think that there is a bad seat in the place.- We were surprised at how reasonable the food menu prices were. We decided to stick with bar food because we were a bit skeptical of how good the other entrees would be at a place that isn't focused on being a restaurant. While we enjoyed our meal, after seeing the food other people around us were getting (including how big the portion sizes were), we decided that we had made a tactical error and would order differently next time.- Having said that, the fries were incredible...very addicting! The sliders were good but ordinary. The plantain chips and guac was excellent.- Service was really great too.Bottom line: Next time we're in New York, Birdland will be on our list of places to get back to and we'll be ordering some of those yummy looking entrees!

Nice big space with all seats/chairs having a good view of stage. Relaxed atmosphere. Great music. Staff is okay at best. Drinks were below average. Food wasn't great. Prices fair. Will return for the comfortable seating and great music. Not the food and drinks.

My words are not going to be enough to describe how good Birdland is with everything, but I'll try in any case. Tickets cost between $30-50 per person plus a $20 minimum for food/drinks. Be sure to reach early to get the best tables. That being said, the ambiance at Birdland is so cozy and warm. All the performers interact with the crowd and are so nice. Most venues like these don't bother much with their food options but Birdland seems to really care. We had had a long and tiring day and requested for hot waters as we were sat down, and they were quick to bring them to us. We tried the chicken panini, margherita pizza and the tiramisu from their dinner menu. The food was some of the best I've had in NYC. I think what makes this place very special is the performers and the service staff. They really made sure we were well taken care of. If you're spending a night in NYC, this is an absolute must try experience!

It was nice for a visit in the restaurant district. Was not busy and the happy hour was going on. It did not cover top shelf liquor. The chicken was dry but the food presentation was nice. Good if you're in the area looking for a bite but not a place I would go back too when visiting. The decor is cute but a smaller space. Priced right too for the area

Went to the *iconic* Birdland to catch their Christmas Holiday show. The show was very good; you can tell the entertainers are absolute professionals having made their career of it. I do recommend watching a show there. The food was Ok, they're doing both: running a stage show and feeding you while you're being entertained, so it's perhaps a (culinary) compromise: food was Ok. Service was very fast and professional - great job servers. The ambiance is overall good. I'd say the show / entertainment was *great* - go for that, but perhaps dine elsewhere before or after. Be sure to check their calendar when you plan to go for a show - there's a lot on offer.

Always nice service. The food doesn't disappoint either. We are here for the music of course so I would say no bad seats in the house really accept deep in the bar if you really want to watch might be seem bad to you.

We were lucky enough to get into a sold out show and it was amazing!! The ambiance and the candle lit dinner vibes made this a very romantic and memorable experience with my partner. If you can get into a show I strongly recommend that you go!

Service was great, food wasn't the best but music and performance were outstanding. Our Cajun fries was cold. Everything else is good.

Had some friends in town and wanted to have a night in the city with jazz. Birdland Jazz was a great choice! The atmosphere, drinks and menu suited everyone. Vince Giordano and the Nighthawk's put on a great show! Very entertaining and musicianship was outstanding! GO, you'll have fun! PS - l would feel fine going solo.

Birdland is the perfect Jazzclub! Great ambiance and good food. Plus the location is great midtown.