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The Reservoir Lounge has innovatively set the standard in Toronto for Swing Jazz and Jump Blues.
Good food and great martinis. Live music nightly with everything from classic swing to motown they got it all. Check out Dee Dee and the Dirty Martini's on friday nights! ! !
This joint feels like a modern-day speakeasy. The cramped space -- it seats only 100 -- is below street level, yet feels intimate rather than claustrophobic. Live jazz, whether Dixieland, vocal jazz, or swing, belts out 7 nights a week. Defunct elsewhere, the swing dance craze lives on here, as well-dressed hepcats show their moves.
Jump, jive and wail at this subterreanean lounge. Boogie woogie on the tiny wooden dance floor. Catch the gaze of that classy Betty across the bar. Wiggle your way around a mix of Bay Street cats and a younger set in their 20's bopping to swing beats. If opportunity arises, snatch a seat on the plush velvet back bench. Extensive, classy martinis on tap. Tyler Yarema and his Rhythm are a... more
I went here as my first date with my boyfriend. We had wine with chocolate fondue (they only give you strawberries). Try to go a bit early like 8pm? Just right after dinner hour so you don't wait outside for the line. Because the seats are for first come, first serve.
They also had a jazz band performing. The viewing is kinda bad from the tables, but you get to sit LOL
It did get crowded in...
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We just stopped here for drinks after having our dinner elsewhere so I can't comment on the food, but the drinks were fairly priced and the atmosphere is fantastic. It's dark, intimate and the crowd really gets into the dancing. The dance floor is small but even so, people danced away. The crowd is a bit older as it is a jazz bar but I did a half dozen people under the age of 30. The music was... more
My 3rd time here in 2 weeks after a buddy introduced me to this place. First of all.. Props to the manager Ray. Excellent service... Job.. And performances by the live band... And did I mention the BEST PIZZA IN TOWN... I am a pizza freak..... Try the prosciutto pizza.... To die for... I'll be back for sure
This exposed-brick basement hideaway adorned with red velvet is the hip spot du jour for swing, jump blues and boogie woogie music. Southern fusion cuisine served until late night. Tue.-Sat.