Cover Jazz bars bring a certain je ne sais quoi to one's evening plans, especially in the ones listed below (Image: The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur)
Jazz bars bring a certain je ne sais quoi to one's evening plans, especially in the ones listed below (Image: The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur)
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Of the many reasons to get dressed up for a night out, live music is one of the most tempting. These are some of our top picks for a memorable night out with music at the center of the experience
There is something special about a dimly lit room, a slightly elevated stage, and the experience of feeling live music touch your heart. Within the Klang Valley, we’ve been lucky enough to have a great list of venues that provide stages to our incredible scene of musicians.
Plan out your whole evening from dinner to the show, to after show drinks—or supper! Tap your toes, bop your head, and snap your fingers to the music with these options for a special night out with a certain magic that only jazz bars can offer.
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The Hungry Tapir Bangsar
Perhaps a vegan restaurant might not be the top choice for your romantic jazz evenings, but The Hungry Tapir in Bangsar brings on the vibes from Wednesday evenings onwards until Sunday with their schedule of live acts. We’d recommend ordering a couple of their cocktails, maybe their satay if you’re feeling peckish, and enjoy the show.
The Hungry Tapir Bangsar
Jln Telawi 3, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, @thehungrytapir
Bobo KL
Above Bobo KL (Image: Keandra H'ng)
Bobo KL (Image: Keandra H'ng)
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With only 68 seats, Bobo KL has retained its status as one of the pioneering jazz bars within Kuala Lumpur. Hosting everything from comedy nights, cabaret, to jazz, they’ve done it all. The intimate space gives way to an unfiltered experience, and ending of course with their famous nasi lemak bungkus.
Bobo KL
65-2, Jalan Bangkung, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, @bobokl
Astor Bar
Above Jack's Club (Image: The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur)
Jack's Club (Image: The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur)
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Every Thursday evening, the Astor Bar in The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur celebrates their rich jazz legacy by inviting live acts to perform in the opulent space for the Astor Jazz Soirée. On the last Thursday of every month, be prepared for a special show as Astor Bar transforms into Jack’s Club, where the bar is transformed into a scene that reflects the golden era of jazz clubs, in honour of the St. Regis founder and his love for jazz.
Astor Bar
6, Jalan Stesen Sentral 2, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, @astorbarkl
Jao Tim
The long, narrow building that Jao Tim sits within provides a rustic elegance with live music to pull it all together. The high ceilings, exposed brick walls, and the window panels that bring light in from Petaling Street as the backdrop to the performers makes it feel like a hidden speakeasy full of passion for music. Newly renovated, the best time to make your visit is now.
Jao Tim
61, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, @jaotimkl
Brasserie Alma
The French brasserie helmed by chef Andy Choy brings the world of classical French cuisine and melds it with the world of jazz. Seemingly a normal restaurant as your first step in, push past the red velvet curtains to unveil a room that brings the French cabaret experience to life within the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
Brasserie Alma
Level 4, Yap Ah Shak House, 17, Jalan Yap Ah Shak, Chow Kit, 50300 Kuala Lumpur, @brasseriealma
Keandra's expertise lies within writing deep dives into the culture and anthropology of food, sometimes with a philosophical twist. With a background in London's F&B consultancy scene, she's excited to be back in Kuala Lumpur to champion the local dining scene.
Reach her at keandra.hing@tatlerasia.com, @keandruh
