10 Best Jazz Bars In Kolkata To Find Your Next Favourite Late Night Soundtrack

Trincas remains a long-standing moniker that only recently started to honour its jazz past once more. From singer Pam Craine to saxophonists Braz Gonsalves, Benny Rozario, pianist Louiz Banks, and subsequently Usha Uthup, to today's experimentalists such as the Bodhisattwa Trio, Shonai, Srinjoy Ghatak, and others, Kolkata has served as a proving ground for many. Trincas' Weekend Jazz Lunches, with their unique cushioned velvet backdrop on stage, are reintroducing jazz culture, according to the venue's third-generation owner, Anand Puri. By 1969, it had been gradually transformed into a restaurant and a club, showcasing jazz music at a period when the genre was gaining popularity in the United States. Even now, Trincas is always booked out when jazz music reverberates within the walls of this iconic bar.

Timing: 11:30 AM - 11:45 PM

Price: INR 1,600 for two

Must Try: Cinnamon Apple Julep, LIIT, Caramel custard

Google Rating: 4.4/5

Instagram: @trincasrestaurant

LBB Tip: If you're lucky, you might even see Usha Uthup perform live! 

With its Gatsby sparkle, lively music, and scrumptious drinks, Roxy at The Park Hotel conjures the Roaring Twenties. If you want to turn the town red, here is the place to be, especially on funky hip-hop Wednesdays. Drinks are expensive but well worth the cost at this two-story restaurant. A Good Night Kiss and The Roxy are two drinks I've had, and they were both quite good. They offer free drinks to girls on Thursdays during their Ladies Night. Having a good time in Kolkata at Roxy until three in the morning on Park Street is a quintessential Kolkata experience.

Timing: Monday to Friday, 7 PM–2 AM, Saturday and Sunday, 7 PM–4 AM

Price: INR 3,000 onwards

Google Rating: 4.2/5

Instagram: @roxy_thepark

LBB Tip: You have to try the cheese garlic bread, beer, fried chicken wings, and the kebab platter with your drinks!

A tribute to the city's passion for jazz, Skinny Mo's pays homage to both the past and the future. With carefully chosen classic songs from the 1930s to the present, the club has been honouring the genre ever since with a vinyl listening session. The jazz bar takes you on a journey through the development of jazz, showcasing classic tunes and rhythms that have influenced the course of music. The club is housed in a remarkable matte-black, 1920s Art Deco-style building on the 3rd floor, above the European café Omo. A large stage and brick walls characterise the small room. 

Timing: 4 PM - 11 PM

Price: INR 1,000 for two

Google Rating: 4.7/5

Instagram: @skinnymosjazzclub

LBB Tip: You can follow their events, which feature anything from indie band performances to vibrant jazz nights and Indian classical baithaks on Instagram

Prepare to have a good time at Phoenix, Kolkata's vintage hotspot at The Astor. Thursday Jazz Encounter and Jamsteady offer live concerts here every Thursday, showcasing jazz, pop, and underground beats from the Swinging Sixties that will light up the dance floor. Savour incredible cocktails, such as rare whiskies, as Kolkata's unique jazz heritage resonates through every note. The food and atmosphere in the vintage, retro, and industrial conjunction create an unforgettable evening.

Timing: 7 PM - 12 AM. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Price: INR 3,000 for two

Google Rating: 4.2/5

Instagram: @phoneix_kolkata

Chaitown Community is a smaller, more private community. It doesn't have the most expensive sound system or dazzling lighting, but what makes it unique is the ambiance they create, which will make you feel as though you're at a live music performance on your friend's patio. Additionally, they occasionally highlight some of the city's rare gems in the music scene, which include pop, jazz, blues, rock, and folk performers. In addition to hosting live music events, Chaitown Community often hosts music and fitness courses, holds workshops, and generally promotes creativity as a community. Attend their upcoming performance to become a part of the Chaitown community.

Timing: 10 AM - 5 PM. Closed on Sundays.

Event Ticket Price: INR 250 - INR 950 

Google Rating: 4.6/5

Instagram: @chaitowncommunity

If you enjoy jazz, independent performances, or a good night out, TopCat CCU is undoubtedly one of the hippest places in Kolkata. No glitz, just vibes. The roster is amazing, with metal titans like Gutslit and What Escapes Me alongside local icons like Plastic Parvati, Pulpy Shilpy, and Tajdar Junaid. Not to be overlooked is the Bodhisattwa Trio, Kolkata's original jazz ensemble that keeps things lively and polished.

Timing: 12 PM - 10:30 PM

Price: INR 1,800 

Google Rating: 4.3/5

Instagram: @topcatcculive

The city amps up the volume at Hard Rock Cafe Kolkata, which occasionally has a ton of jazz, loud music, and strong flavours. Located on the street that never sleeps, this multi-level nightclub has 161 patrons, a bustling bar, and a stage that has played host to both international and local favourites. The vitality? entirely electric. Every performance feels like a stadium show thanks to an AV system and walls covered in famous memorabilia. Enjoy their famous Hurricane cocktail while taking in the intensity. Also, all of the specific merchandise needed to finish your jazz night outfit is available at the Rock Shop.

Timing: 12 PM - 11:30 PM

Price: INR 2,000 for two

Google Rating: 4.4/5

Instagram: @hardrockcafekolkata

With its emerald green, white, and wood décor, this lovely glasshouse venue, tucked away in a South Kolkata street, is a 150-seat refuge for hip-hop nerds, house aficionados, and Asian foodies. The atmosphere, the DJ console's fire, and the bar's appearance are all spotless. Beats and culture collide there, from live performances to R&B and DJ seminars, and I promise it's worth the trip.

Timing: 12 PM - 12 AM

Price: INR 1,500 for two

Google Rating: 4.1/5

Instagram: @iammissginko

Without a doubt, one of the most well-liked locations for live music enthusiasts. The city's top live music events, encompassing a variety of genres, have long been known to take place at Someplace Else. There is always something for everyone at the venue because it has a history of showcasing both local and global performers. The venue's atmosphere is distinctive, offering a laid-back and private setting that makes it possible to get up close and personal with the performers. To go with the music, the facility offers a large selection of drinks from its broad bar menu. 

Timing: 4 PM - 12 AM

Price: INR 2500 onwards

Google Rating: 4.3/5

Instagram:  @someplaceelselive

AM PM Coffee and Cocktail Bar Kolkata is a destination for all of the city's hezzz-lovers. Every year, they also commemorate International Jazz Day! With a two-day jazz concert and cocktails inspired by the genre, the restaurant, which has gained immense popularity for its creative curations, has to be on your list! Don't forget to enjoy the amazing bar snacks and cocktails in addition to the music.

Timing: 11 AM - 12 AM

Price: INR 2,000 for two

Google Rating: 4.2/5

Instagram: @ampm.kolkata

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