Visiting from out of town. Fantastic food at very reasonable prices. Ordered Birria tacos and street corn... best I've ever had. Vibes are great. Can't go wrong stopping here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Walt Ferguson
Great food...huge portions...awesome local entertainment
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Latania Cardwell
The music and band was great but that's it. The drinks are pre-mixed and watered down. The food is average at best. You have to pay $2 for water absolutely no free water. They have a mandatory 18% gratuity for all parties of 2 (two) or more. The decor is that of a bad Airbnb fake plants everywhere red and white shower curtains all around the windows they have cheap uncomfortable chairs. I heard several people asked if they had different chairs because the ones they were sitting there were so uncomfortable. You can tell they are struggling financially. It shows up in the quality of their food, service, drinks, atmosphere, and the high cost of the food. They really cut corners.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Lisa Mc
Nice tight music spot, they do take reservations which is a plus. American and Mexican food on menu, some items expensive. No cover charge, but minimum purchase.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Elizabeth Harris
Visited for my parents 59th & 60th Wedding Anniversary gatherings. The staff was accommodating, very customer friendly and just overall EXCELLENT!! My parents throughly enjoyed themselves as did our entire group. A highly recommended establishment. Thank you Vanessa!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gershila Mitchell
I came to the jazz spoon last night and honestly was not impressed. The band they had last night didn’t really interest me. From there is was music playing. I then proceeded to order my food and margarita. My margarita could’ve been stronger and my food was very good nice flavor. However, for me to order salmon it could’ve came out hotter. Before receiving my food employees began to set chairs on top of the table then mop. The chemical smell was so strong that it caused me to become sick. My stomach hurt so bad from the smell and also impacted me being able to enjoy my time out with my family. While this occurred as stated on google they close at 1am. The mopping etc took place at about 11-11:30. I feel this was very unprofessional and also the fumes from the chemicals caused me not to feel well at all. I felt my meal could’ve been half priced or comped due to that. However, I paid full price and of course left a tip.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 3
Diane Stenson
First time going there if you want to go back again really nice
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ashley Rigg
AMAZING!!! Called the restaurant later at night asking for something they didn’t have on the menu (common Tex-Mex dish) and they verified they could make it and made sure it was exactly what I was looking for! Upon arriving they verified again to make sure they understood what I was wanting, and it definitely hit the spot! By far one of the best places I’ve ate in a very long time! The amount of food was amazing, the taste was amazing and customer service couldn’t be beat! And especially with it being an off menu item, they were beyond fair with the price. Even a little cheaper than most places for that dish.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ken Greenwood
I see that management watches these reviews closely, so I will choose my words carefully. First the good: food flavor - two thumbs up. Jazz musicians: 100%, and a passionate performance it was all around. Staff: super friendly, loved the vibe and all the welcoming smiles. Drinks: creative menu, enhanced the jazz aesthetic. Food choices: enough to satisfy most palates. Now, sorry to say, on the downside, the sound volume and mix was entirely inappropriate for the venue and the material. Even a 16 year old jazz musician would want his notes to shine thorugh. What we experienced though, was a 16 year old headbanger mix. The volume could not have been louder or cloudier. The poor girl singing - with all of her amazing vocal ability - could not even hear herself, and I know this because she sang off key when she wasn't at the top of the mix. And it wasn't for lack of trying. But suffering through the 11/10 on-stage volume - mushy monitors, voratious drummer with a painful snare shot and an ace on bass that boomed like a brontosaurus, well, she didn't stand a chance. Now I know they all have day jobs, but people, this is advertised as a JAZZ club. I want to enjoy the notes they're playing and singing, not struggle to imagine them. Now I think I'm totally spoiled by living close enough to Rudy's Jazz Room in Nashville where the jazz - AND THE SOUND - is pristine. That band last night was great. But I could not enjoy it because of the acoustic volumetric assault. Please invite the sound guy up from Rudy's for a couple of nights to learn how good your venue could sound. You have good enough equipment. He might even come for free if you pay his travel - who knows? Jazz is a small, friendly scene. But I had to strike you from my list because of the aural abuse. Jazz should be clean and clear - not distorted blasting like a teen age garage rave. If you don't get the chance to have a professional come to help, here's a quick punch list: #1: get a sound man, and he has final say, not the band. #2: cut the volume by 50%, then work from there as the baseline. #3 - and this is the most important: for JAZZ, the drums and bass should be the quietest part of the mix, not the loudest as it was last night. Sorry, if you want to blast it then advertise yourself accordingly. That means that they have to purposefully play quietly. #4 - cut the on-stage monitors by at least 75% - this lets the house PA take over and supply the main sound, not back fill what's washing off the stage. If you want to blast, get earbuds and blast yourself to deaf, we don't care as long as you're not taking us with you. #5. Once those are out of the way, you can actually tune the vocals and the instruments from the mixing board for a good tone and balance. I hope this helps. Would love to come back once the sound issue has been addressed. Thanks!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 2
Geeez Hall
We happened in on a private event but were allowed in. I had a great time! Service was good and friendly.
Had a memorable time at Jazz Spoon. Attended a spoken word poetry event here and had some tacos. The owner was very kind and the food was very flavorful. I also ordered a mocktail and it was DELICIOUS. It was a fantastic vibe!!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
K T Evans
This review was for the Jazz Spoon: Love the live music. The band was 3D. Small venue makes conversation pretty much impossible, so don't expect that type of experience. They do take reservations or you can take a chance like we did. The food came out hot & was good. Short-staffed, but everyone was pleasant & making an effort.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Bessie Mcgee
I wanted to like this restaurant so bad—especially after hearing so many great things—but after my experience yesterday, I won’t be back.
Let me start by saying our waitress was very sweet, and she was new, so this isn’t about her. But no one was helping her. She didn’t know much about the menu, and when I asked about the drinks, she wasn’t sure either. So I told her I’d just go to the bar to order. She kept having to go ask questions which extended the ordering process.
When I got to the bar, the bartender was super nonchalant and told me to order through my waitress. I let her know the waitress didn’t know about the drinks, and only then did she say I could order there.
The food came and it was actually good except My son’s chicken tenders were fried hard and they were paper thin. They had live music playing and there were maybe four people in the whole restaurant. We had two kids with us, and they got up to dance near our table. They weren’t being disruptive, they weren’t running around—they were just dancing to the music.
Then the bartender comes over and says, “We like to be quiet when the musicians are playing,” and asked if the kids could sit down. At that point, I immediately asked for the check. We felt completely unwelcome. The music was loud, no one could hear each other talk anyway, so I know we weren’t bothering anybody.
Then came the bill… I ordered tacos and added a few toppings—$6 for onions and $3 for cheese. Nickle and dime for literally everything. I didn’t even argue. I just paid and left.
All in all, the food was good, but the vibe? The service? The extra charges we weren’t told upfront t about? Not worth it.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
James Stephens
Great atmosphere. Live music. Food could be better.
Thomas Joest
We just got back from eating there and let me tell you how absolutely happy we are. The food is FANTASTIC! The atmosphere was excellent and the service was out of this world, they made sure to check on us and ensure we were happy. We will definitely be back.
Visiting from out of town. Fantastic food at very reasonable prices. Ordered Birria tacos and street corn... best I've ever had. Vibes are great. Can't go wrong stopping here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food...huge portions...awesome local entertainment
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The music and band was great but that's it. The drinks are pre-mixed and watered down. The food is average at best. You have to pay $2 for water absolutely no free water. They have a mandatory 18% gratuity for all parties of 2 (two) or more. The decor is that of a bad Airbnb fake plants everywhere red and white shower curtains all around the windows they have cheap uncomfortable chairs. I heard several people asked if they had different chairs because the ones they were sitting there were so uncomfortable. You can tell they are struggling financially. It shows up in the quality of their food, service, drinks, atmosphere, and the high cost of the food. They really cut corners.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Nice tight music spot, they do take reservations which is a plus. American and Mexican food on menu, some items expensive. No cover charge, but minimum purchase.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Visited for my parents 59th & 60th Wedding Anniversary gatherings. The staff was accommodating, very customer friendly and just overall EXCELLENT!! My parents throughly enjoyed themselves as did our entire group. A highly recommended establishment. Thank you Vanessa!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I came to the jazz spoon last night and honestly was not impressed. The band they had last night didn’t really interest me. From there is was music playing. I then proceeded to order my food and margarita. My margarita could’ve been stronger and my food was very good nice flavor. However, for me to order salmon it could’ve came out hotter. Before receiving my food employees began to set chairs on top of the table then mop. The chemical smell was so strong that it caused me to become sick. My stomach hurt so bad from the smell and also impacted me being able to enjoy my time out with my family. While this occurred as stated on google they close at 1am. The mopping etc took place at about 11-11:30. I feel this was very unprofessional and also the fumes from the chemicals caused me not to feel well at all. I felt my meal could’ve been half priced or comped due to that. However, I paid full price and of course left a tip.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 3
First time going there if you want to go back again really nice
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
AMAZING!!! Called the restaurant later at night asking for something they didn’t have on the menu (common Tex-Mex dish) and they verified they could make it and made sure it was exactly what I was looking for! Upon arriving they verified again to make sure they understood what I was wanting, and it definitely hit the spot! By far one of the best places I’ve ate in a very long time! The amount of food was amazing, the taste was amazing and customer service couldn’t be beat! And especially with it being an off menu item, they were beyond fair with the price. Even a little cheaper than most places for that dish.
Food: 5
Service: 5
I see that management watches these reviews closely, so I will choose my words carefully. First the good: food flavor - two thumbs up. Jazz musicians: 100%, and a passionate performance it was all around. Staff: super friendly, loved the vibe and all the welcoming smiles. Drinks: creative menu, enhanced the jazz aesthetic. Food choices: enough to satisfy most palates. Now, sorry to say, on the downside, the sound volume and mix was entirely inappropriate for the venue and the material. Even a 16 year old jazz musician would want his notes to shine thorugh. What we experienced though, was a 16 year old headbanger mix. The volume could not have been louder or cloudier. The poor girl singing - with all of her amazing vocal ability - could not even hear herself, and I know this because she sang off key when she wasn't at the top of the mix. And it wasn't for lack of trying. But suffering through the 11/10 on-stage volume - mushy monitors, voratious drummer with a painful snare shot and an ace on bass that boomed like a brontosaurus, well, she didn't stand a chance. Now I know they all have day jobs, but people, this is advertised as a JAZZ club. I want to enjoy the notes they're playing and singing, not struggle to imagine them. Now I think I'm totally spoiled by living close enough to Rudy's Jazz Room in Nashville where the jazz - AND THE SOUND - is pristine. That band last night was great. But I could not enjoy it because of the acoustic volumetric assault. Please invite the sound guy up from Rudy's for a couple of nights to learn how good your venue could sound. You have good enough equipment. He might even come for free if you pay his travel - who knows? Jazz is a small, friendly scene. But I had to strike you from my list because of the aural abuse. Jazz should be clean and clear - not distorted blasting like a teen age garage rave. If you don't get the chance to have a professional come to help, here's a quick punch list: #1: get a sound man, and he has final say, not the band. #2: cut the volume by 50%, then work from there as the baseline. #3 - and this is the most important: for JAZZ, the drums and bass should be the quietest part of the mix, not the loudest as it was last night. Sorry, if you want to blast it then advertise yourself accordingly. That means that they have to purposefully play quietly. #4 - cut the on-stage monitors by at least 75% - this lets the house PA take over and supply the main sound, not back fill what's washing off the stage. If you want to blast, get earbuds and blast yourself to deaf, we don't care as long as you're not taking us with you. #5. Once those are out of the way, you can actually tune the vocals and the instruments from the mixing board for a good tone and balance. I hope this helps. Would love to come back once the sound issue has been addressed. Thanks!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 2
We happened in on a private event but were allowed in. I had a great time! Service was good and friendly.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
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Had a memorable time at Jazz Spoon. Attended a spoken word poetry event here and had some tacos. The owner was very kind and the food was very flavorful. I also ordered a mocktail and it was DELICIOUS. It was a fantastic vibe!!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
This review was for the Jazz Spoon:
Love the live music. The band was 3D.
Small venue makes conversation pretty much impossible, so don't expect that type of experience. They do take reservations or you can take a chance like we did. The food came out hot & was good. Short-staffed, but everyone was pleasant & making an effort.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
I wanted to like this restaurant so bad—especially after hearing so many great things—but after my experience yesterday, I won’t be back.
Let me start by saying our waitress was very sweet, and she was new, so this isn’t about her. But no one was helping her. She didn’t know much about the menu, and when I asked about the drinks, she wasn’t sure either. So I told her I’d just go to the bar to order. She kept having to go ask questions which extended the ordering process.
When I got to the bar, the bartender was super nonchalant and told me to order through my waitress. I let her know the waitress didn’t know about the drinks, and only then did she say I could order there.
The food came and it was actually good except My son’s chicken tenders were fried hard and they were paper thin. They had live music playing and there were maybe four people in the whole restaurant. We had two kids with us, and they got up to dance near our table. They weren’t being disruptive, they weren’t running around—they were just dancing to the music.
Then the bartender comes over and says, “We like to be quiet when the musicians are playing,” and asked if the kids could sit down. At that point, I immediately asked for the check. We felt completely unwelcome. The music was loud, no one could hear each other talk anyway, so I know we weren’t bothering anybody.
Then came the bill… I ordered tacos and added a few toppings—$6 for onions and $3 for cheese. Nickle and dime for literally everything. I didn’t even argue. I just paid and left.
All in all, the food was good, but the vibe? The service? The extra charges we weren’t told upfront t about? Not worth it.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
Great atmosphere. Live music. Food could be better.
We just got back from eating there and let me tell you how absolutely happy we are. The food is FANTASTIC! The atmosphere was excellent and the service was out of this world, they made sure to check on us and ensure we were happy. We will definitely be back.
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