Reviews of Blue Room (Restaurant)

Derek B

This place is amazing. We got to watch a jazz set and they were awesome. The drinks were strong and the atmosphere is so cool. If anyone is looking for a top notch jazz bar this is it.

Julia Lee

Well....it's not the same as a couple years ago

Elisa Booth

Great club, great music and the atmosphere is awesome.

Reginald Greene

Place needs a 3 o'clock closing so they can swing all night!!!!

Oscar Collado

Monday night jam was super super cool. Really hoping to return next week.

J. LeRoy Beasley

What a great place to sketch and do art

Js mello

Late night Saturday. The music was great! Relaxed atmosphere. The Host cool as the other side of the pillow. Waitress was super sweet.

Ron Curtis

Fun open mic night

Bill Strobach

Music is refreshing, service is very good. Price is unbelievable!

Gwendolyn Petway

Live music and good drinks. Who would ask for more? #NotMe

Edan Cohavi

It was really fun! Went during a live just night with some friends

Thaylia Smith

Love the authentic historic jazz club ambience of this place. Have visited many times over the years and have never been disappointed!

Mz. Kue

Mellow spiffy homie kinda spot... Saw a live band, music was "OUTSTANDING"! The Band director took pix's with me after the show

William Randall Edmonds

Excellent venue for Jazz fans to bring their families.

Percy Bradfield

Great jazz bar!

Dustii Winslow

Great date spot. Don't show up too early though, the musicians wont be ready to play until later.

J Flummy

Great venue

Tim Ellis

My favorite Happy Hour

ConservativeAfro Chick

This is in classic and a standard place you must visit while in Kansas City. Friday and Saturday is when you'll hear the best, but Monday nights are nice too because there's no cover charge and anyone can sign up to sing or play. I would make this one recommendation to owners: provide something for patrons to snack on while they listen to music.

Charlotte Sharpe

Had a great time. Will go back

Adell Hendon

The best place in Kansas City for authentic KC Jazz.

Desonuia Wise

I loved the walls of history.

Chris Engle

Great place! Live jazz music! Thoroughly enjoyed myself!

Lea Pidgeon

The music was awesome!

Jesse Adams

The music was average

martha clark

I enjoy the Blue Room's live blues & jazz. It s a relaxing spot.

R Raglon

Small and cozy, but nice, great place to meet friends after work.

Tiffany Dee

Love coming to see my family and friends perform. One of the staples on 18th & Vine. If you like live jazz this is the place to go!

Lori Betts

Sublime. What a great venue, cozy, amazing sound system, waitstaff on point. Had a great evening listening to jazz.

Mar Jeff

Awesome jam

Heather Neal

Always an intimate setting Ida McBeth was amazing!!!

Robert Ubsdell

In the heart of Kansas City's 18th & Vine jazz neighbourhood. Most nights has local jazz groups playing and entry is free too. Drinks are well priced too at around 5USD for a pint of beer and 7USD for a medium wine. I highly recommend this place if you fancy an authentic Kansas City jazz experience. There is also a free car park just over the road!

Victoria Bradford

The staff is very disrespectful the women.

Randell Phalp

Great Jazz venue in the heart of the traditional 18th & Vine district and located next to the Jazz Museum and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Top flight talent visits regularly. However, the venue is quite small so get there early.

Donisha Henderson

My birthday was a good night to check them out. We had a ball

Sue Thomas

Came in at 7pm. Place was packed but service was great. Music terrific!

Eric Johnson

Good comfortable place.

Christopher Burnett

The best jazz club and listening space in the region - bar none. If you like to patronize a venue that puts the music as the focus, then you will enjoy the Blue Room. Four shows each week with two free shows on Monday and Thursday. Fridays and Saturdays are reserved for top local talent and international touring artists. 5 STARS

Brandon McLoud

Great music & vibe.

Sandra Bushby

This is a "must go to" place!

Lisa Andrews

First time there and LOVED it! The people were nice and the music was excellent!

Archie Anderson

Nice. Mellow. Older crowd.

John Stoner

Wonderful place to go listen to great music. Ida McBeth knocked it out of the park.

Tanya Jones

Always a nice ambiance. Wonderful adult or mature music. Very friendly and inviting. I haven't been since 2012 but it's always innovating

Jesus Madera

Beautiful Jazz Bar with a lot of History. Drinks are Delicious and well made. Service is Awesome. Jazz band was Awesome. Beautiful and Historic with a museum of the History of Kansas City Jazz and all of the performers who have played there. Definitely coming back

Michael Long

Gotta see some live Jazz in historic 12th and Vine district. Great little Cajun place down there as well.

Joe Panther

Great place for drinks and great music - a KC tradition.

Greg Turner

Always a good deal

Karen Yarbrough

Friendly, relaxing and easy!

Sharon E.

An amazing experience. Classy venue with colorful and interesting locals. Be sure to eat before you go. No food is served.

Lasker A

An amazing venue and a pleasant staff.

Angela Conley

Small and cramped. The food is over priced. Not worth the time and money.

Redbird McDon

Nice laid-back atmosphere there are usually bands or singing Act playing on Friday and Saturday evening

Alice Madry

Great atmosphere, great music

Claude Webb

Saw Miss Ebony for First Ladies of Blues month it was Fantastic!

Brandy Spaur

I would give 5 stars but it was so hot in there. Turn up the air conditioner

Arthanel Hailey the glass man Hailey

Verry nice love the food.

V S

Friendly atmosphere, danced to Salsa and Flamenco one night. Danced to Cajun music and blues another night. Great prices and seating.

Mike Papacoda

Great place to enjoy a good drink and some live jazz. At times it feels like you’ve been transported to the scene of a movie set as their are so many characters. From the musicians on the stage to the staff working it all feels like a throw back to a bygone era.

Kirk Donaldson

This is definitely one of the nicer jazz clubs in the Kansas City Region - bar any. I've frequent this place quit often this year. Indigo hour is my favorite time, and the "Mayor of Vine" is always a great host. Service leaves a lot to be desired. There is one young lady who provides service, one would accept at such an establishment. She has a dark complexion, very attractive, young lady in her early twenties. Sorry, I don't know her name; but, she is the desired server for most patrons. The others will write your orders on napkins, and won’t use server trays. They act as if it’s beneath them to use server trays or to carry more drinks they have hands. I only think of the revenue lost on lack of drink orders. There is a wide mix of music on tap at the Blue Room. If you like to patronize a Venue that puts the music as the focus; then you will enjoy the Blue Room. Four shows each week with two free shows on Monday and Thursday. Fridays evenings is my choice! Friday and Saturdays are reserved for top local talent and touring artists. Due to the Service, I'd have to give the Blue Room 3 STARS. Please hire additional bar tenders, and bring on a professional wait staff. If they did this, this would be the Venue of Choice for most who love Jazz.

David Stapleton

It is a great place and lovely people you will have good time

Ian Hardin

As a new transplant to the KC area I was so pleased to find the Blue Room and the Jazz and Negro League Baseball Museum attached to it. I will be back!

Bear Bissen

My favorite place to listen to jazz

Preston Washington

If it's Jazz you're after this is the place..Local and national musicians. Reasonable cover charge.

Rosalinda Herring

My friend and i went in this club suggested by my friend and this place was Awesome. Superb Jazz nights with warmest people i ever met. Bartenders were so kind and polite to me that offer a drink from his Side. I had great fun that night i would love to visit this place again.

Virginia Martinez

One of the finest places to go & enjoy great music Jazz artist, dance till you can't stand. Superb drinks & service....Highly my recommend.

Fernando Diaz

It was a great experience I love the music it was really fantastic the ambiance the service I enjoyed myself very much I wish we in Orange County would have something like this

Ryan Olson

Nice clean and friendly. Come to listen and drink a adult drink. It was a strong Manhattan.

Steven Hutchison

Historic jazz venue attached to the American Jazz Museum. Rich history and an excellent place to hear local and national artists continuing the legacy of Jazz in the 18th & Vine district.

Lawrence Latham

Amazing music

Dana Terry-Pettigrew

For fantastic jazz and blues, you should not miss The Blue Room in the 18th & Vine district. Gerald Dunn and his team are on point when it comes to ensuring that patrons ALWAYS have a great time. The mango daquiri is NOT to be missed.

Dr. David Knox

Top notch place for Jazz, I saw Sharon Thompson there she was fantastic

David Angel

Excellent music, great vibe, delicious drinks

Sandra Washington

Its a nice place to listen to so great local artists. Just drinka little something before you get there...because the one poor waitress is working every section!!!

Jeremy Blunt

Dug the music, vibe and setup Our waitress, although, very pretty. Got pretty upset with me when I walked in and got a drink at the bar. They should be more clear when ppl walk in. I would have gladly tipped her but I just didn't know.

Tonie Lowe

I Lov,Lov,The BLUE ROOM BECAUSE OF THE AWESOME LIVE MUSIC THAT IS SHOW PREMIER THERE, Me&My Friends&Family Enjoy Meeting There, SHOUTING Thanks For Hosting Soooo Wonderful Live Music&The Staff Is Awesome Toooo

michelobjohn1

Table service lower level a little slow, not to mention taking a beer bath from one of the Helpful Henry Volunteers trying to clear my table which didn't need it. However the atmosphere was great, talented artist & performers were very outstanding. Especially the BMW Band.

Sabrina Nelson

Happy hour and Jazx is always a winderful experience.

Anthony Amador

KC Jazz! Great historical joint.

Cecile O'Hara

It's been a few years since I had been, but was so great going back. Went for Monday night jazz jam sessions and really enjoyed it. Great music, the performers really know how to put on a show. Makes for a nice night out.

Cameron Weckerley

Great music. I was there for big band night and it was excellent. Drinks are a little pricey but it was worth it. Worthy of note...the Mondsy jam starts at 7pm not 5:30.

Samuel E. Romero

Excelent bar with amazing live performance jazz bands. Definitely a must if you are in KC

Rob Catlett

This was my first time visiting the Blue Room in Kansas City's historic 18th and Vine area. So many jazz and blues musicians played in The Blue Room that one can almost feel their presence well there. I had no idea of the depth and scope of everything here. The Gem Theater adjoining it has audio recordings both premixed and mixed that are first-rate that helped the novice and more experience listeners to understand better.

Bishop Anthony M. Utsey

Very welcoming.. They sang happy Birthday to me! Great music and People.

SAR UU

The Latin Jazz Thursday night program we went to was wonderful.

Maquita Wells

Atmosphere was awesome.

David Bridges

Ida Mcbeth and her band were a treat and the blue room was great as always

Dwn Souf

Great relaxing environment, love the atmosphere!

Lisa Payne

Love the live music & drink specials!

Noralee Rodriguez

Really enjoyed the music

Ronald Roby

Refreshing Jazz

Elitelady 1954

Love it. The acoustics are wonderful. The stage is close and intimate. The live jazz music was great!!!

Roman Turner Sr.

If only the interior matched the vibe of the menu. I liked everything I ordered from this place.

Tyler Logan

The Blue Room is the best venue in KC for great live music.

LaChelle Coats

Nice place. Cool seating. Good performance.

Sherry Zander

Great ambiance. Sassy older server. Kind of a classy place but you can dress up or down and feel comfortable. Loved the music. Not too loud where you could still have conversation.

jerry thompson

Great place to just sit back and relax and listen to some great musicians.

Tanisha Dalila Bates

Great

Kishan Patel

Chill place to listen to Jazz

M Brown

What can I say? It's in the historical K.C. jazz district. Can't go wrong here on a night out. Great music. Reasonable drink. Great atmosphere

brenda lowe

Welcoming atmosphere. Good Music.

Rita Burkholder

Just not my kind of place.

Anwar Jones

Great music and nice atmosphere. It was a little cramped in the main sitting area, but up top further away from the band it was more spaced out.

suzy spencer

Always great music!! Home of KC jazz and bebop! Come see this iconic gem of KC and fall back in time to jamming with jazz giants! Be sure to stop in at the museum next door. Also how about an authentic jam - check out the Mutual Musicians Foundation around the corner on Highland at 1-5 am Friday and Saturday. 100 yrs continuous operation protecting and promoting our legends. Not up for the late night jam? Check out their new Sunday jams at 5:30 pm!!! You won't be disappointed ❣️

Aaron Roberts Khiaraslaw

Music was really good Ida Mae really done well....as for as the rest...where do I start ok the seats felt like bricks very uncomfortable. though nice the staff was lazy and took 45 mins to get asked about drinks etc. Hopefully this place can be turned around soon for I can revisit

Phillip Prado

Top tier jazz joint. Seriously, if you are interested in the KC jazz scene, you need to check out the Blue Room.

crystal hart-johnson

The entertainment was fantastic! Enjoyable venue for live jazz.

David Svoren

Great place to watch Kansas City jazz. Saw Matt Otto playing his tenor sax, not to be missed

Kevin Below

Great place to have a special event. Food is great, staff is excellent and location is a Gem. It is very awesome to be able to visit the nego baseball league museum and the jazz museum right next door. Great experience and history of the 18th and vine district.

Chris Eiberger

Music was great! Awesome atmosphere and very kind staff!

Debbie T

Great live music, good drinks and good service. Not an overflow crowd as it often is on a Friday evening, but most tables were full. Looking forward to going back soon!

Elizabeth Perea

We really enjoyed!!!Nice place and good service!!!Live Music❤❤❤

Sears Joice

Great atmosphere and the Jazz Legend still lives

Zoë Dunning

We saw Lisa Henry here last Saturday. She was absolutely incredible, and so were her accompanying musicians. Such talent! She was hilarious and had a great stage presence. The ambiance was chill, but the jazz club itself is upscale. I would recommend dressing nice. The best part is that all ages are welcome!

sunny marie

Great drinks great bartenders great music and its a museum!! Serves food on friday night sets.

Veronica Wade

Nice quaint spot with live jazz and good drinks.

Miles Sandler

Amazing history of Jazz and Music everywhere. Talent was top notch. Quick and friendly service but no frilz drinks.

ELAINE GARCIA

Love the classy atmosphere here. Great drinks and music.

Hazel Claros

Great music and environment. everyone is super friendly

shayla ross

Nice place!

Beautei Morela

Relaxing atmosphere. Performance was wonderful and the band was very personable. This is definitely a hidden gem! Perfect for date night.

Storytime Shon

Great music, great time!

Patti Moreno

very interesting and nice place do you have parties.

Curtis Roundtree

Very nice atmosphere. Enjoyed the live music and meeting people. Friendliest people on the planet. Price on drinks wasn't bad and i give kudos to the service.

LaTanya Liggins

I go on First Friday and always have a good time!!!

Charley Porter

Great place for live music

Lynette Woods

Awesome fundraiser. Great atmosphere

Arimeta DuPree

Lady D sang beautifully. Cozy environment.

Sheila Bailey

Great relaxed atmosphere for live music

Lisa Poterbin

The people who worked there were very fun. BokoMaru Reunion waa perfect.

Jake Grieco

Smooth jazz, chill atmosphere. Bring a date!

Denise

Cool place just close to early its a wrap at midnight!!!

Mama Bear

Amazing music and atmosphere. Can't wait to go back again!

Jonathan Cranston

Great music! Acceptable drinks, no food available when I was there, but I've heard they have food sometimes. This place is really about the music, and that part is great!

Michalle Gillespie

Music and atmosphere

Jackie Scroggins

This was great fun!! The Jazz set was great and there is wonderful history here

Kathryn Brockenberryc

I enjoy listening to the live music at the Blue Room. However when I buy a drink I would like something salty, pretzels, peanut, popcorn or chicken wings or something. That way I'll have something in my stomach and it don't me buy more .

hayden keener

Fun night. Open jam session. My wife got to sing.

Tamara Barnes

Waitress took our order & never came back with our drinks after 45mins. We got up & left.

Annette Greene

Celebrating a pioneers club member of his 80th birthday, today

Kioko Phantommhive

Very good music, everyone was friendly. There was a nice atmosphere in the place. The drinks are cheap and staff is very friendly. Will go here again with friends.

Marcella Marling

Wonderful place

Anissa Dudash

It is a delightfully delicious place to eat. It is always very busy and a little cramped but it is definitely worth it. The staff was extremely polite and very friendly. I went to this place with my friends to celebrate one of my friend's birthday. Everybody at this place was so happy and it was all a joyous evening.

Michael Sargent

Excellent and historic jazz club. Drinks are excellent. Really great jazz music.

Shawn Garland

Fantastic music and service

Melinda Hudgens

MS IDA MCBETH! SHE STILL HAS IT!

Cat Aragon-Bauer

This place was awsome, lots of history and great venue for shows.

Donna Hunt

Lovely evening out. Thanks Miss Ida and your talented band. Thank you Mr. Mayor.

Elizabeth Hayes

The jazz was AMAZING....love the mood.

Dewana Brown

Great

Sergio Escobar

Amazing place

Val

Wonderful place for friends to hang out.

Marcus Sunday

Great venue with full service bar. I attended when Lisa Henry was singing. The audience enjoyed the show. The waiters were kind and the bartenders were quick to serve. It is attached to the American Jazz Museum and contains several walls of Jazz memorabilia. A very welcoming environment and a good place to listen to some good music and meet new people with similar interests.

Anna Perkins

I truly enjoyed myself a very nice place to go and to relax and listen to music.

janinmadison

Very trendy place with awesome live music. The older black lady at the front desk collecting cover charge can be more friendly. The older black gentleman who was hosting guests was very pleasant. Might be the manager or owner. Love the deco and atmosphere.

Shelia Hood

Had a wonderful time listening to Blair Bryant. This young man is so talented and can play a guitar so good. My only draw back about this club is when you order a drink they put so much ice in the drink you can't really taste the alcohol in it.

Jabbar Trezvant

The drinks are great