TLDR (4.5/5) The only reason I did a (-0.5) is because the line can get busy and VERY long. I mean everybody wants to stay for a while for a reason! The vibe is fantastic! Going in from the walk down to the entrance into a very compact but full of life bar environment. You get to sit down and enjoy some pretty great food for a bar. (The Crab Croquette is insane! The Dessert just hits the spot because it's huge!) The drinks are above average with rather standard drink pricing. There is a lot of variety in terms of Japanese Whiskey. You really come here for the vibes, it just has this charm with the toy train going at the top, the jazz band playing in the back, and the ambient lighting around sporadically placed objects of random knickknacks! You won't regret going here for a unique experience, if you can get in haha!Warning: There is a $10 fee just to go in as a fee for the live band.Band stops playing around 1AM-2AMFood (4.5/5): Mentioned it before but the Crab Croquette blew my mind! It's so freaking hot though so please be careful and don't burn your tongue haha. It's basically this really decadent hot crab cream inside that just explodes with flavor. Easily a must get along with the Hot Honey Toast if you are a lover of desserts. That thing is easily meant for two people and it's delicious. Not the best dessert but unique enough to stand on it's own. For savory foods, can never go wrong with the okonomiyaki. That comes out fresh as hell and it was cold out at the time sooo it is a bit biased. Was it the best, no, was it damn good, yes. Yaki soba was good and I think personally the onigiri's were lacking(2.5/5). The Fried curry croquette was very standard, like we're talking (3/5) for that. As a bar, the food is definitely a stand out for here.Service(4/5): Service was wonderful. The individuals might seem a bit rushed but everyone is Japanese. They can understand English but they constantly deal with the massive line. Can definitely see some people being offended at the line with how they operate but there is a language barrier. There is a reason why it's (5/5). At the end of the day they are nice and courteous. You can crack jokes with them and there are no complaints. It really isn't a restaurant so don't expect water refills all the time. This is a Jazz Bar at the end of the day so you got to keep those expectations there.Reminder: I am Asian, does that mean there is a bias, maybe, just maybe. P.S. They are really really nice to other people not just Asians. That was a joke earlier hahaDecor and Ambiance (4.5/5): It gives that Cowboy Bebop vibe if you know it. If you don't, imagine hole-in-the-wall, hard-boiled detective style, midnight sit down and relax at 12AM with the moon out vibe. Could also be a cute date spot but it gets loud. The Jazz isn't peak performance but it does it's job at adding to the ambiance. The bar is fantastic and has personality. The decor around the whole place is adorable. Each corner is different from one another. A mini train that goes around one corner to this old fish tank with random items inside. It's great! Chairs are comfy but not mind-blowing. Ambient lighting is a plus but terrible for food pictures. It's really hard to get it right. Bathroom is clean. Can confirm bathroom is clean and it's a little tight to get there but it's not bad.Overall (4.5/5)Nonetheless, for sure this is a place I'll revisit in the future. The line is long but it's worth it once in a while. Especially if it is your first time, I'd say it's worth the visit just come early or late enough to avoid the big lines.If you are looking for a bar crawl and are around the area, this is a solid choice. You can't go wrong with a little Tomi Jazz in your life. If the line is huge I'd say you have better chances somewhere else but if it's small, you are in for a lovely treat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Okonomiyaki お好み焼き, Honey Toast with Vanilla Ice Cream
B R
It's too late, but I visited in 2017.I remembered that it was a good shop and decided to post it♪I really felt the welcome atmosphere and had a great time♪Maybe it was just a coincidence, but I remember him suddenly playing a Sakura song during a jazz live. The hospitality was so great that I wondered if they were trying to accommodate Japanese people❗️Most of all, I was impressed by the consideration given by the staff who spoke Japanese!I always go there when I go to New York ❗️Advance reservation is required☆
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joe Rossok
It's worth the wait to get in this speakeasy. Cool way to enjoy dinner and drinks with live music.Dietary restrictions: The kitchen did great with wives' dairy allergy .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chloe Kok
Great ambiance and drinks! also recommend the croquettes
Jon Demske
Charming, delicious, and transporting. A new favorite spot that’s made me fall for nyc again. Cant wait to go back. Go right before they open if you dont want to have a long wait.Note: this isn’t the Blue Note, but the music is perfect for the space. They pace out the entrance of everyone and you just enjoy the music while having dinner. Its not based around a strict jazz show.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omelet Rice with Demi-Glace デミオムライス, Fried Brie with Honey Mustard, Honey Toast with Vanilla Ice Cream
CARINA MOSQUEIRA
Excellent, we waited more than an hour and a half but it was worth it. Quite an experience!!! We will be back!!!
Dhwani Babla
Such a CUTE place!!! Long wait but so cozy with a welcoming staff. They reseated us when they had a bigger table and were overall, very accomodating. Some of their food was okay but not bad! They have a cover charge ($10 from Thurs-Sun) but not too bad! Would recommend for a date night :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Kevin Liu
Loved the decor. Its very cute. Its a bit cramped but i think thats the vibe they are trying to go for. And the music is nice as well. Get the zen.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Iryna Polieshchuk
I have visited Tommy Jazz several times and every time it is an extraordinary experience, very tasty and atmospheric. I recommend tasting the cocktails - they are extremely tasty, it seems that from the food I tried all the snacks and they are to my taste. The only downside and risk of this place is the long queue, which may not guarantee you get to jazz and enjoy live music. This is the only thing that makes a trip to this place not an everyday routine, but something special.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Abdullah
Everything here was amazing! The space was very intimate, rustic, and cute. Given how good the general atmosphere and music were, I wasn’t expecting the food to be as good as it was. It was much better than it even had to be, and I wished I showed up hungrier. I loved every aspect of this jazz bar, and it was worth every minute of the wait.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omelet Rice with Demi-Glace デミオムライス, Okonomiyaki お好み焼き
Worth the wait, super cute warm place? The food and drinks were amazing, and of course live jazz bands were ????
Lucas Carucci
This place is spectacular. It became our favorite in NY, a super nice experience with a live band. Food and wine very good. Ideal for a date or to celebrate a nice moment. Go early, the line is long, we waited more than 1
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
M- T-
The live music starts at 6. The vibes is cool and the food is good. There is always a wait because it’s a small intimate space but they are pretty organized. Will definitely be back to try the desserts and I hope the band is better. The night we went the band was just OK. Definitely worth a visit
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Avocado Spaghetti, ESS Drop Soup
Jinay Jain
Vegetarian options: Vegetarian and vegan menu available
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Harsh G
Do not come here. It’s is extremely mediocre and not worth the 2+ hour wait. They’re too cheap to pay for a reservation system and would rather have patrons wait in the freezing cold pouring rain. Not to mention even inside they’re so in efficient so even showing up before opening will result in a crazy wait. Way better jazz and way better japanese elsewhere in the city
TLDR (4.5/5) The only reason I did a (-0.5) is because the line can get busy and VERY long. I mean everybody wants to stay for a while for a reason! The vibe is fantastic! Going in from the walk down to the entrance into a very compact but full of life bar environment. You get to sit down and enjoy some pretty great food for a bar. (The Crab Croquette is insane! The Dessert just hits the spot because it's huge!) The drinks are above average with rather standard drink pricing. There is a lot of variety in terms of Japanese Whiskey. You really come here for the vibes, it just has this charm with the toy train going at the top, the jazz band playing in the back, and the ambient lighting around sporadically placed objects of random knickknacks! You won't regret going here for a unique experience, if you can get in haha!Warning: There is a $10 fee just to go in as a fee for the live band.Band stops playing around 1AM-2AMFood (4.5/5): Mentioned it before but the Crab Croquette blew my mind! It's so freaking hot though so please be careful and don't burn your tongue haha. It's basically this really decadent hot crab cream inside that just explodes with flavor. Easily a must get along with the Hot Honey Toast if you are a lover of desserts. That thing is easily meant for two people and it's delicious. Not the best dessert but unique enough to stand on it's own. For savory foods, can never go wrong with the okonomiyaki. That comes out fresh as hell and it was cold out at the time sooo it is a bit biased. Was it the best, no, was it damn good, yes. Yaki soba was good and I think personally the onigiri's were lacking(2.5/5). The Fried curry croquette was very standard, like we're talking (3/5) for that. As a bar, the food is definitely a stand out for here.Service(4/5): Service was wonderful. The individuals might seem a bit rushed but everyone is Japanese. They can understand English but they constantly deal with the massive line. Can definitely see some people being offended at the line with how they operate but there is a language barrier. There is a reason why it's (5/5). At the end of the day they are nice and courteous. You can crack jokes with them and there are no complaints. It really isn't a restaurant so don't expect water refills all the time. This is a Jazz Bar at the end of the day so you got to keep those expectations there.Reminder: I am Asian, does that mean there is a bias, maybe, just maybe. P.S. They are really really nice to other people not just Asians. That was a joke earlier hahaDecor and Ambiance (4.5/5): It gives that Cowboy Bebop vibe if you know it. If you don't, imagine hole-in-the-wall, hard-boiled detective style, midnight sit down and relax at 12AM with the moon out vibe. Could also be a cute date spot but it gets loud. The Jazz isn't peak performance but it does it's job at adding to the ambiance. The bar is fantastic and has personality. The decor around the whole place is adorable. Each corner is different from one another. A mini train that goes around one corner to this old fish tank with random items inside. It's great! Chairs are comfy but not mind-blowing. Ambient lighting is a plus but terrible for food pictures. It's really hard to get it right. Bathroom is clean. Can confirm bathroom is clean and it's a little tight to get there but it's not bad.Overall (4.5/5)Nonetheless, for sure this is a place I'll revisit in the future. The line is long but it's worth it once in a while. Especially if it is your first time, I'd say it's worth the visit just come early or late enough to avoid the big lines.If you are looking for a bar crawl and are around the area, this is a solid choice. You can't go wrong with a little Tomi Jazz in your life. If the line is huge I'd say you have better chances somewhere else but if it's small, you are in for a lovely treat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Okonomiyaki お好み焼き, Honey Toast with Vanilla Ice Cream
It's too late, but I visited in 2017.I remembered that it was a good shop and decided to post it♪I really felt the welcome atmosphere and had a great time♪Maybe it was just a coincidence, but I remember him suddenly playing a Sakura song during a jazz live. The hospitality was so great that I wondered if they were trying to accommodate Japanese people❗️Most of all, I was impressed by the consideration given by the staff who spoke Japanese!I always go there when I go to New York ❗️Advance reservation is required☆
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It's worth the wait to get in this speakeasy. Cool way to enjoy dinner and drinks with live music.Dietary restrictions: The kitchen did great with wives' dairy allergy .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great ambiance and drinks! also recommend the croquettes
Charming, delicious, and transporting. A new favorite spot that’s made me fall for nyc again. Cant wait to go back. Go right before they open if you dont want to have a long wait.Note: this isn’t the Blue Note, but the music is perfect for the space. They pace out the entrance of everyone and you just enjoy the music while having dinner. Its not based around a strict jazz show.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omelet Rice with Demi-Glace デミオムライス, Fried Brie with Honey Mustard, Honey Toast with Vanilla Ice Cream
Excellent, we waited more than an hour and a half but it was worth it. Quite an experience!!! We will be back!!!
Such a CUTE place!!! Long wait but so cozy with a welcoming staff. They reseated us when they had a bigger table and were overall, very accomodating. Some of their food was okay but not bad! They have a cover charge ($10 from Thurs-Sun) but not too bad! Would recommend for a date night :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Loved the decor. Its very cute. Its a bit cramped but i think thats the vibe they are trying to go for. And the music is nice as well. Get the zen.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have visited Tommy Jazz several times and every time it is an extraordinary experience, very tasty and atmospheric. I recommend tasting the cocktails - they are extremely tasty, it seems that from the food I tried all the snacks and they are to my taste. The only downside and risk of this place is the long queue, which may not guarantee you get to jazz and enjoy live music. This is the only thing that makes a trip to this place not an everyday routine, but something special.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything here was amazing! The space was very intimate, rustic, and cute. Given how good the general atmosphere and music were, I wasn’t expecting the food to be as good as it was. It was much better than it even had to be, and I wished I showed up hungrier. I loved every aspect of this jazz bar, and it was worth every minute of the wait.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Omelet Rice with Demi-Glace デミオムライス, Okonomiyaki お好み焼き
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Worth the wait, super cute warm place? The food and drinks were amazing, and of course live jazz bands were ????
This place is spectacular. It became our favorite in NY, a super nice experience with a live band. Food and wine very good. Ideal for a date or to celebrate a nice moment. Go early, the line is long, we waited more than 1
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The live music starts at 6. The vibes is cool and the food is good. There is always a wait because it’s a small intimate space but they are pretty organized. Will definitely be back to try the desserts and I hope the band is better. The night we went the band was just OK. Definitely worth a visit
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Avocado Spaghetti, ESS Drop Soup
Vegetarian options: Vegetarian and vegan menu available
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Do not come here. It’s is extremely mediocre and not worth the 2+ hour wait. They’re too cheap to pay for a reservation system and would rather have patrons wait in the freezing cold pouring rain. Not to mention even inside they’re so in efficient so even showing up before opening will result in a crazy wait. Way better jazz and way better japanese elsewhere in the city
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1