7 Jazz Bars, From The Piano Man To Depot48 That'll Defo Make You Swing & Dance

Jazz is one western music form that is so full of rhythm and jive that it’ll compel you to bob your head and tap your feet, even if you are tone deaf. The Jazz Bar is a concept that is highly popular around the world. The capital, too, has a few places that can rightly be termed as Jazz Bars, owing to their cool vibe and regular performances by some of the best Jazz artists. Here’s a list of 7 such Jazz bars in town, where you can indulge in drinks, food and all things Jazz.

1. The Piano Man Jazz Club

The brainchild of Arjun Sagar Gupta, The Piano Man Jazz Club is a first-of-its-kind musical theatre experience. These guys aimed to change our way of listening/experiencing music and boy, they’re doing a great job. With live band performances lined up nearly every second day, this place is surely one all Jazz enthusiasts would love visiting! So head here with all your buddies ‘cause Jazz is best enjoyed with a glass of your fave cocktail and some scrummy Chicken Kebabs.  

Where | The Piano Man Jazz Club - B 6- Commercial Complex, Safdarjung Enclave Opp. Deer Park
Meal For Two | Rs 1,800
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/The-Piano-Man-Jazz-Club/

2. PCO

PCO is a swanky Jazz bar that is fashioned after the speakeasy bars of the prohibition era giving a typical 1920s sort of vibe. As you make your way down to the bar, you’d witness a crowd of people having a gala time over good ol Jazz music and great food. The dapper bartenders here completely blend in with the theme of the place and gives you all ‘em Jazz feels. They have leather seating strewn around and a special cigar room which is typical of an underground Jazz bar. So sway on the swivel chairs, sip on their Mood Cocktails and have the time of your life, while tapping to their classic Jazz tunes. And don’t forget to call up before to ask for their secret passcode for entry!

Where | PCO - D-4, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar
Meal For Two | Rs 2,200
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/passcodeonly/

3. Cocktails And Dreams, Speakeasy

If you believe that there is nothing better than the heady mix of good music and amazing drinks then this is where you should head to! The bar replicates the charm of the speakeasy Jazz bars of the early 1900s. They have regular, live music performances by talented Jazz artists from all around the world and you can follow their gig schedule on their Facebook page. You can team up an Old Fashioned from their world class bar with scrumptious finger food as you enjoy the stellar music performances here.

Where | Cocktails And Dreams, Speakeasy- SCO 23, Sector 15, Part II, Gurgaon
Meal For Two | Rs 2,500
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/CocktailsDreamsSpeakeasy/

4. Rick’s Bar

Named after Rick Blaine of Casablanca, this is a classic bar that offers a beautiful melange of good food from Southeast Asia, innovative cocktails and foot-tapping music where you can dance and jive to progressive Jazz, blues and retro tunes. The ambience is ritzy and posh with beautiful décor setting the tone of the place. So put on your best garb and have lots of fun here!  

Where | Rick’s Bar - The Taj Mahal Hotel, 1, Mansingh Road
Meal For Two | Rs 4,200
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/TajMahalHotel.NewDelhi/

5. Le Bistro Du Parc 

This tasteful European bistro hosts its celebrated weekend event, Jazz by the Park where the best of Jazz musicians from around the world come to perform. You can reserve a table for yourself and enjoy this musical treat on the lovely terrace, surrounded by lush greens. The unassuming and trendy ambience attracts many Jazz lovers, complemented by the suave waiting staff tending to you with appetizing French delicacies and well-mixed concoctions. So, lose yourself and sway to the music as you Jazz by the Park.

Where | Le Bistro Du Parc  - A-57, 58, 59, Moolchand Market, Defence Colony
Meal For Two | Rs 1,700
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/Le-Bistro-du-Parc-410950332345427/

6. Depot48

Good food and good music are two things we absolutely love, and when these two come together, magic happens! And Depot48 is one such place where you can chill with your buddies as some jazzy tunes flow in the background. The place is sound proofed and the speakers are strategically placed to offer you the best acoustic experience. So, make sure you Jazz up your weekend with these peeps this time around!

Where | Depot48 - N 3, 2nd Floor, GK I
Meal For Two | Rs 1,800
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/depot.48/

7. Lock And Key

With classy English decor, leather sofas, high tables and a well-stocked bar, this one got our heart at the very first look. While you’re enjoying the amazing Jazz music, order up something yummy from their extensive menu that boasts of North Indian, Continental, European and American cuisines. Hop here and you might catch live performances by Jazz artists like Kefaya, Lucia : Catharsis, Florian Favre Trio and loads more. 

Where | Lock And Key - 1st Floor, DLF Cross Point Mall, DLF Phase IV, Gurgaon
Meal For Two | Rs 1,800
Check Out Their FB Page | https://www.facebook.com/lockandkey.bar/

So, it’s time you jazz up your weekends and have tons of fun at these places!