Had a fun night at Bill’s Place.Bring your own booze. Great history. Amazing music. The vibe is just beyond expectations.Definitely a must visit for Jazz fans.

Hands down one of the most interesting experiences one can have in NYC. This tiny jazz club from the prohibition era is the place where many great artists have shared their craft and this is still true today. It is small, it is hidden, it is unpretentious. And that’s all great!

Very unique way to experience jazz music. Cant get much closer to the artists than this. Music is fantastic and storytelling interesting and fun. It was my third time here and definitely not the last one.

Intimate setting and awesome live jazz. Bill tells some cool stories about jazz legends as well

Bills Place is a quaint throw back to the 1920s speak easy scene. Great music, inviting environment and exceptional host.

The music and atmosphere are wonderful. If you appreciate jazz in an intimate setting with quality musicians, this is the place. BYOB.

An extremely cozy and nice venue where they play jazz! I have never been to such authentic places like that! If you are in NYC don’t lose a moment to have that experience! Jazz in Harlem! Where else could it be so delicious?It’s closely located to the metro station, so you won’t get lost. Bill’s place is very small and that what makes you feel at home. I liked its old-fashioned interior, adorable music instruments, and the performance itself, indeed. I was listening to the music just in front of the band. I saw them playing their instruments so passionately that I wanted to join them! Guys are very dedicated to what they do and play music wholeheartedly. You will feel that when see them yourselves.One more advantage of Bill’s place is that you can see the true Harlem. Late in the evening, the neighborhood is all about its real self. Random people walking along the streets, policemen are up not to let anything bad happen there. I didn’t feel scarred, vice versa, I liked the ambience of one the interesting and unconventional or maybe conventional areas in NYC that’s is to be visited.

A great experience. It is a bit loud since it is small, so I would highly suggest eat plugs. But the Bebop flies here. Definitely worth the price. Its sort casual. Its almost like sitting in on a rehearsal, except its a show. These guys really fly good together.

A hidden gem in the heart of Harlem. It’s one of the few places where real local New Yorkers can feel at home . Hidden form the rest of the of downtown Manhattan tourist madness.

To truly get the feel of the Harlem Renaissance, hit up Bill’s Place. This speakeasy is in the heart of Harlem and was opened by musician Bill Saxton in 2006. Located on the bottom floor of a brownstone that traces its roots back to the Prohibition era, Bill’s Place is a snug, elbow-touching space and the perfect venue to watch world-class jazz.

If you will came late for the price of $20 you might be seated in the hallway. Nothing to see, nothing to listen, nothing to enjoy. Only greediness of the people who running the place and call them-self harlem. Don’t know why.

If you go to NY and want to experience and feel part of jazz history, you dont want to miss this hidden gem. Its in a brownstone in the middle of Harlem, which is where the owner, Bill, lives (hence Bills place). You want to be there at least 20 minutes before show time, so you can grab on of the 10 or so seats right in front of the stage, otherwise youll have to seat on the side room, where you obviously can stil see and hear the performers, but in my opinion you wont experience it the same way.The show was 90 minutes filled with amazing jazz music. The musicians are all very accomplished and they each tour the world with their music on their own, so getting to experience them so up close and personal is truly a treat. Their eneefy and chemistry was phenomenal. Mind you, this is the place where Billie Holiday was discovered, so truly a piece of jazz history. It was good for my soul, if I could give it 10 stars, I would.(Oh, and another great thing is that you can bring your own wine, as they dont serve alcohol, but they allow you to bring your own, I mean, does it get any better?)

If you are the kind of person who would not give this experience 5 stars, we are not going to be friends as we clearly have different expectations in life.

Looking for a unique Jazz experience in the city - buy a bottle of wine and head over to Bills Place and you will not be disappointed. Awesome music in a small friendly venue. Eat dinner at Yatenga before the show and you have yourself a nice night out.

Ive been coming here for about 10 years. Ive never seen a bad show. Bill Saxton is thre only consistent, pianist, bass and drummers vary, but always good or great. It is a small place so reservations suggested, but not necessary. If you want the best seats be sure to arrive st least 30 minutes before the show. It is BYOB, no drinks or food served. Admission is now $30 cash only.

The band gets 4 stars for a great find on a Sunday early afternoon! They were so darn cute and I enjoyed them very much. The bartender brought the review down because he was messing drinks up, but hopefully it was just because the poor guy was stressed out or something. Were all hum An here. I would definitely return and recommend. Its old school, but its a good time and its tip based. The bands definitely earn their keep!!!

Amazing music in a very comfortable setting. BYOB

Now this is a rare gem of a venue. Located in an original speakeasy venue in Harlem. Brilliant jazz music with Bill on Sax. Bring Your own drinks, sit back and enjoy. A must visit when you are in NYC.

Unbelievable music. Unforgettable night

Simple awesomeness. The place is warm and incredibly authentic, people in there is awesome. Thats my go to place every time I want to hear some true live jazz music in NYC. Thank you guys

Great atmosphere. Fantastic music. If youre in or near Harlem, do yourself a favor and pay Bills a visit.

Will definitely recommend this place if youre a jazz enthusiast. The atmosphere is always welcoming and the BYOB aspect makes it a great outing with friends n family.

Small charming place with lots of jazz history behind. The jazz music was ok.its BYOB place If you come make sure you show up early to get better sitting otherwise you will have to watch the concert over other people shoulders.

It’s great place for jazz, meeting people, get fun and enjoy. Different, strange, warming, relaxing, exciting, small, inviting with incredible atmosphere.

Small cozy place with really nice staff, and good music! You can bring your own booze, and have a great night!

Visiting Bills is like stepping into a time capsule back to the years of prohibition. It was 1920 when this tiny, intimate venue was established, right on 133rd Street in Harlem, which was called Swing Street due to the abundance of speakeasys in that particular street.Bill Saxton took over the place more than 10 years ago and keeps up with the tradition. Fridays and Saturdays only youll be his guest in this cozy ground floor venue, and when I say venue, I practically mean a long stretched room not larger than a normal living room in NYC. It hosts about 20-25 people, the jazz band, and Bill on the saxophone.They play two sets an evening, starting at 8pm and 10pm. Its recommend you reserve a seat before getting there. Cover is $20 pp, and its BYOB.A unique, intimate, and great live jazz experience in Harlem. Highly recommended!

Absolute bomb of a hidden gem in nyc. come here if you’re looking for some super raw jazz up close. Bill is so so funny and lovely in person, and it’s so cool that he’s been running this place for quite a long time now! last but not least the jazz is siiiiiiiickjust remember to byob and book a spot just in case (the place is rly small so there aren’t that many seats)

Great place for jazz. Best kept secret

Tight jazz cluc. No bar pressure. Just good music

Amazing! Very special place! byob!!!

Sooooooooooo amazing. Like a private live jazz concert !20 $ suggested donation but its the real value of this real Harlem experience ! Could bring some stuffs to drink and eat during concert, must book online before you go !

I have no words... just incredible

Loved our first experience!

Phenomenal place, you can feel the old times there, Congratulation Bills quartet amazing, incredible, I recommend you, if you live in New York or aré on vacations you must to be there!!

Amazing Jazz. Live.

They dont tell you admission is a donation..instead they said $30 at the door..very small venue. Music not that great..sounds like noise..

The absolute best cheeseburgers all-the-way that Ive found. Natalie hand picked my fries, how awesome is that. Cotina, always welcomes me with a smile and a hello. Good food, down to earth people and just plain great all around. I will be back, always gotta have my Bills fixed when Im in Maxton, N.C.

I dont give many five stars, and Bills Place is deserving of it. The venue, pretty much just an old apartment in Harlem, is intimate and full of history. Bill Saxton is a great hard bop style saxaphonist and you tell hes influenced by Benny Gholson and the other tenors of the time.The best plus: its cheap and you can bring your own drinks. What more can you want?

Great little place to see live jazz from Bill and his band. One of the last remaining of the speakeasies in Harlem from the Prohibition era, the place is BYOB. The venue is small and intimate; youll be sitting close to the band wherever you are in the room.

Its an amazing place!! If you want to feel comfortable and relaxed you need to go here. You need to take your boost.

Nice experience. Recommmended to turists

Outstanding music, outstanding experience. Better music than any other jazz club Ive been to in NYC (and Im a jazz aficionado ️).

Very intimate jazz-experience in a relaxed setting. All 4 musicians were incredibly talented.

Best jazz in NYC!!! Its a hidden gem! Dont forget to take your own booze BYOB

Love the hospitality there. Its a great historical place for sure.

Historic site, with amazing music and vibes. Will definitely return!

Original jaz experience

Intimate, world-class, all round exquisite experience.

Set in an apartment dripping with history (one of the few Harlem speakeasies, one where Billy Holiday used to sill), this BYO venue serves up amazing jazz, helmed by Bill himself and flanked by all sorts of up-and-comers. The stage is less than 10 feet away from you, so you can literally feel the vibration of the music in your body.

My friend invited me to Bills Place and I told her I wasnt a huge fan of jazz but I am so happy I came. She informed me it was BYOB so I bought a small wine bottle and truly enjoyed the performances for the night which lasted almost 2 hours. You defintely should make reservations because seating is limited but the seating that you get is up close and personal. The staff are very friendly and interacts with the crowd throughout the night. Some of the sets were low key and others were rocking and body shaking grooves. I had a great time and it was truly a positive and unique experience in Harlem.

Super cool joint, if also absolutely tiny and crammed. Great musicians though at this hole-in-the-wall.

Bill is the man. He sang happy birthday to me. It wasnt even my birthday

Loved this place. excellent music and you feel like at home.

Absolutely cant miss for locals and visitors alike. Top quality Jazz in a unique setting for an affordable price.

Awesome people. Awesome place. Bill is awesome!

Real Jazz

Fantastic experience

Incredible music. Such a unique little venue hidden away.

I had a great time.

Bills Place is fantastic! Definitely call ahead and reserve your spot because space is limited.

Where to start? Intimate and powerful. Bills at the front door greeting guests. And mixers for the drinks.

Amazing place to hear good jazz

The best jazz place

Magnificient and authentic

We enjoy a night of pure music great band, leading by the legendary Bill ! This house is a point dont miss.Always friends from Greece.

Fantastic music and ambiance.

Great show and musicians!

What a great experience !

Nice

I love Bills Place

Delicious burgers.

A real speakeasy

Great time!

Great music in a great environment

Unbelievable experience great jazz great people

Incredible jazz spot

Awesome jazz, highly recommended.

Best Jazz