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Showman's

375 W 125th St
New York, NY 10027-4813
Phone: (212) 864-8941
Showman's
Cross Street:
Between St Nicholas Avenue and Morningside Avenue
Directions:
1 at 125th St
Hours:
1pm-Varies

Editorial Review for Showman's – by Citysearch Editors

In Short
Overflow crowds from the Lenox have infiltrated this genteel jazz club to the point that they've printed a menu and begun to take reservations. Of all the Harlem tourist spots, however, Showman's remains furthest removed spiritually from its suddenly hipper-than-thou location midway between the universities; as the St. Nicholas Avenue area continues to gentrify, this legendary haunt, even as it peeks aboveground, will never sacrifice its underground chic.

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When to Go

Showman's features jazz on Thuesday through Thursday at 8:30pm, 10pm and 11:30pm; Friday and Saturday at 9:30pm, 11:30pm and 1:30am.

User Reviews for Showman's

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/12/2006 Posted by har123

dont get on mona!s list the place is like one big happy family...al is the best of the owners in the harlem community...lil is a gem you will never see her in the same outfit..grand pa takes all the pictures..if you dont know what kind of beer you like tanya will help you out..

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/21/2005 Posted by mrdavidamsp

Conveniently located near the subway stop on 125th Street. Showmans is a legdendary Harlem jazz club that deserves its excellent reputation. No cover. Reasonably priced drinks. Friendly staff and customers who make you feel right at home. Excellent jazz, and the players will gladly sit and chat between sets. If you love jazz, if you want to experience a true Harlem jazz club that stays true to its tradition going back to 1942, go to Showmans.

Pros: Great Music, Great Atmosphere, Friendly Staff

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Editor's Review

Appealing to tourists, but underground in spirit.  See the full editorial review.

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When to Go

Showman's features jazz on Thuesday through Thursday at 8:30pm, 10pm and 11:30pm; Friday and Saturday at 9:30pm, 11:30pm and 1:30am.

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Bar/Club Information

Admission

  • No cover
  • Two-drink minimum.

Atmospheres

  • Clubs
  • Bars
  • Live Music

Hours

  • 1pm-Varies

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • Check
  • American Express
  • MasterCard
  • Discover

Music Types

  • Jazz

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