Melodys Piano Bar

Located in New York, New York

Address: 1020 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10021, United States

Phone: +1 646-559-2808

Rating: 4.2

Services

Dine-in
Delivery
Takeaway
Fast service
Great cocktails
Great wine list
Live music
Live performances
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Dancing
Food
Food at bar
Spirits
Wine
Toilets
Cosy
Trendy
Upmarket
Groups
Accepts reservations
Credit cards
Debit cards
Credit cards

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Comments

Review 1 (2024-02-03 - Rating: 5)
What a charming neighborhood find in the UES! We had passed this establishment many times in the daytime and never noticed . Then we had the opportunity to wonder in one evening on our walk. It has wonderful decor and an inviting vibe on the inside. And A Great and amazingly talented piano player! We came on a Thursday. Excellent bar food though selection is limited. The jazz band that followed the pianist were great musicians but the vocalist was horrible. Surely they could find a woman singer in the great city of New York who can actually sing. Disappointed in the music. Beautiful space with amazing ambiance and wonderful service. Will definitely go again. Hoping the next time there’s a better vocalist with the band. We actually snapped out of the dream and left because the singing was so bad.

Review 2 (2024-12-30 - Rating: 5)
What a great atmosphere and destination for the upper east side in live jazz! The service the moment you enter the door is impeccable, the cocktails and food on point and the overall feeling that youve been there before and belong.

Review 3 (2024-11-24 - Rating: 4)
An elegant and classy ambiance with live jazzy music, cocktails but limited food options. Also a cheese plate is only 2 cheeses and beef sliders also come as a duo (we hoped it would be 3 per dish). Your Royal Highest cocktail was good in the moment and not to sweet but I had such a terrible headache after I had 2.5 (and it is definitely within my alcohol tolerance level) and had to stay in bed for half a day after. They must have used some really cheap prosecco, I rarely felt so bad in my life.

Review 4 (2024-08-03 - Rating: 5)
We had a fantastic time here. Everyone in our party really liked the ambiance, wine and service. The food items are pricy and small, but it’s the city and expected. I read reviews about the music charge and upset- they did tell us before hand with plenty of time that would apply. We still stayed despite and the live music was wonderful. We will definitely be back.

Review 5 (2023-05-09 - Rating: 5)
What a cool location and bar. The music was awesome, the vibe was incredible, the staff was friendly. The bartender was so quick to get us our drinks even though the place was completely packed, i was so impressed. The cocktails were delicious. Highly recommend

Review 6 (2022-10-09 - Rating: 4)
Came here on a Friday night at around 8pm, the place was busy but we were still able to get a table. Drinks were okay, not overly pricey. Be aware youll get a $20 music surcharge, so make sure to spend at least an hour there to get your moneys worth.The live music was very nice however at some point it got so busy and loud that I could barely hear the band (we were sitting in the front part). The service was extremely slow.

Review 7 (2023-11-03 - Rating: 5)
Nice place, good snacks and drinksReally beautiful music on piano 🎹We just didn’t like that waitresses were laughing and talking so loud with each other at the bar

Review 8 (2024-07-26 - Rating: 4)
Loved the creativity of the cocktails. Especially appreciated the one with coconut milk and pandan leaves.However salty check with USD15 per person for the music which was NOT advertised, nor commented by the waitress. I dont mind to pay a fee for the music but hate when they take it for granted to just include in the check without even telling you.

Review 9 (2024-12-22 - Rating: 4)
The drinks were pretty good (if expensive) but the atmosphere is super festive. Perfect for a winter evening in the city.

Review 10 (2024-03-02 - Rating: 4)
Awesome vibe but they did not tell us that there is a $10 cover for piano music! They snuck in an extra $20 at the end without telling us!

Review 11 (2024-05-23 - Rating: 5)
Had to come check out Melodys to hear Jarod Kashkin and his trio. They brought the perfect vibes to match the jazzy ambience of this cocktail bar. I plan to go back again soon to catch more of those music vibes and to try more of their amazing cocktails !

Review 12 (2024-05-23 - Rating: 5)
Great venue. Service is excellent. Bartenders are attentive and professional. Decor and atmosphere are perfect.The live music is definitely one of the biggest charms of the venue, namely Jarod Kashkins band whenever they play, usually on Thursday nights.

Review 13 (2024-09-05 - Rating: 5)
Very cute live music venue! Seating feels very intimate & great date spot !

Review 14 (2024-12-29 - Rating: 4)
Great ambiance but really light pours on the drinks.

Review 15 (2022-05-06 - Rating: 5)
What a great hidden gem. FABULOUS cocktails. Beautiful friendly waitstaff. Enjoyable & talented musicians

Review 16 (2023-08-03 - Rating: 5)
One of my favorite bars in the city! Must-try the Blueberry Nights, hands down the best cocktail on the menu (besides Dirty Martinis, of course). Live music every night of the week. Everyone is super friendly. Perfect spot to enjoy the evening!

Review 17 (2024-08-11 - Rating: 5)
Adalit at the bar, was exeptional!! Great cocktails and service, and Emily at the door she was also fantastic to interact with. Thank you.

Review 18 (2022-12-13 - Rating: 5)
Great addition to the UES. We come here often if we can’t get into bemelams bar and enjoy a drink with the live music.

Review 19 (2023-07-28 - Rating: 5)
Super cool spot with fantastic service, great drinks and good selection of bites. I really love the decor, it’s so elegant and a great addition to the neighborhood. The live music was so wonderful plus I made some new friends! Can’t wait to go back. In addition the ac worked well and it’s spot less clean and the chipped ice and crystal glassware is fabulous. Very diverse crowd too. Check it out!!

Review 20 (2023-01-19 - Rating: 5)
Love the intimate of this place, along with the great live jazz in the UES! No reservations, so arrive early for seats. Note the cover charge per person to support the musicians. Nice cocktail menu along with nonalcoholic options. Service was quick, friendly and attentive. I love this new gem in the neighborhood, well be back!

Review 21 (2024-02-28 - Rating: 5)
Joshua Bieber Trio provided the perfect end to a week in the city. Service was simply charming and the Old Fashioneds were spot on. You can come to listen to the music, or have a quiet conversation. It all goes.

Review 22 (2024-05-23 - Rating: 5)
Ya got to check out the Jarod Kashkin trio; I did, and they did not disappoint! It was a perfect night, great drinks, great music, great atmosphere. .

Review 23 (2024-09-24 - Rating: 5)
Swanky vibe. Bites n cocktails are delicious! Fabulous music to dance or cozy up here and there or enjoy the barfly scene. Guy and his staff are truly amazing gentlemen who know how to run a classy business.

Review 24 (2023-05-16 - Rating: 5)
I got the blueberry nights and my date got the old fashioned. All good, service a bit slow but they apologized and said because Monday nights are usually not as busy. I could see that because around 10 it was all empty, but after we were there for an hour it was suddenly packed with a group of people.Would go back here for a drink with friends too. Live piano which is also ++

Review 25 (2024-10-04 - Rating: 5)
Only went for the live music and drinks. It’s on my list of top Jazz bars in the city. Great and engaged crowd who kept the dance floor busy all night. Excellent musicians!

Review 26 (2023-06-03 - Rating: 5)
The musicians, the singer made me feel in the 1950, so refreshing. My friends and I ordered a bottle of Pinot noir and cheese. We spent $51 each. I recommend for your girls’ night or date.

Review 27 (2024-06-16 - Rating: 5)
A perfect way to Experience a classy Piano Bar in New York. Thank you Guy from the 3 Aussie Sisters.

Review 28 (2024-09-10 - Rating: 5)
Found this place by chance, and it is definitely a very moody and sexy bar. It does get quite crowded, but we were lucky and were able to sit down. The drinks are pricy but they are very unique and expertly made! Will come again. Live music is great.

Review 29 (2024-04-05 - Rating: 5)
Theres so much bars in NYC,but this one gives an absolutely stunning vibes! I love it! The first bar I visited in NYC and still the best! The music bands with a great covers,juzz, thats what makes it special! High quality place,good cocktails and cool atmosphere!

Review 30 (2024-01-28 - Rating: 4)
Great ambiance for one drink. Note that it’s $10 charge per person for the music if you pay past 7pm.

Review 31 (2022-09-02 - Rating: 5)
Great place to have nice sweet and fun night ,, nice people,, nice music good wine :)Perfect for a date ❤️

Review 32 (2024-12-28 - Rating: 5)
Great place, great music, awesome cocktails

Review 33 (2024-10-22 - Rating: 5)
Great wine selection, yummy bar snacks, and fabulous live entertainment.

Review 34 (2024-09-19 - Rating: 5)
Always an incredible experience. Gabi was great.

Review 35 (2023-04-22 - Rating: 5)
Loved this venue. Great music and you can sit at the bar with a drink and no cover. Terrific music and a great alternative to Bemelman’s.

Review 36 (2024-02-18 - Rating: 5)
I landed at Melody’s randomly on my bday last year while looking for a cool bar with live music. Melodys did not disappoint! Great staff, amazing drinks and talented musicians, have kept me coming back for more!

Review 37 (2023-07-09 - Rating: 5)
I used to live a block away when this was the Bar & Books. Melody’s is quite an upgrade! From the improved air quality, to the gorgeous wallpaper and the lively music from Isaak James, it’s glamorous yet intimate. The Let’s Fun cocktail is charming and complex in flavor. I’m already planning to go back.

Review 38 (2024-03-08 - Rating: 5)
Nice

Review 39 (2022-05-28 - Rating: 5)
Fantastic new bar, such a great addition to the UES! Highly recommend coming for a late night cocktail with a jazz performance.

Review 40 (2022-12-03 - Rating: 5)
Lovely UES place to come after dinner, with a nice ambiance, in the company of fantastic musician Kenny, who makes me think of the legendary piano player Valentino Liberace.

Review 41 (2024-05-23 - Rating: 5)
Came to check out the Jarod Kashkin trio and they did not disappoint! It was a perfect night, great drinks, great music 🌞

Review 42 (2023-03-20 - Rating: 4)
Sophistication without the pretentiousness. Crafted cocktails by cultured professionals and quality music by skilled musicians. This place provides the ideal environment for the quentisential nightcap.

Review 43 (2022-12-23 - Rating: 5)
Music is nice but drinks a bit on the pricey side. $20 drinks or snack + $10 per person for music on a well night.

Review 44 (2022-12-16 - Rating: 5)
This is classic uptown in a nutshell. With the unfortunately strong rise in popularity of Bemelmens a few blocks away, we had to find an alternate in the area. Well, low and behold, not only is this as good, but its possibly even better than its neighborhood competitor. The vibe is very classic 40s NY with jungle wallpaper, hot pink clamshell sconces, a piano trio playing the classics, and bartenders that exemplify kind and attentive service. I would recommend this to anyone and everyone.PS their grilled cheese is absolutely delicious.

Review 45 (2024-03-24 - Rating: 5)
Staff was kind, music was great, and drinks were delicious!

Review 46 (2024-02-13 - Rating: 5)
Delicious drinks!!

Review 47 (2024-05-23 - Rating: 5)
Had the best time visiting this bar at our stay in the city! The band playing was amazing! I believe his name was Jarod and he had a cute blonde girl singing with him, she was wonderful. Would definitely go back and visit!

Review 48 (2024-05-16 - Rating: 5)
Really nice piano bar. Great live music and nice atmosphere. Keep in mind that they charge a live music fee after 7pm ($15 / person if you sit at a table, $10 at the bar)

Review 49 (2024-05-14 - Rating: 4)
This place has an amazing vibe and great music. Note :- They have a cover per table after 7.The bartenders and staff are very friendly. The cocktails are on the sweeter side.

Review 50 (2022-07-30 - Rating: 5)
Fantastic service. Our server - cant remember her name,but she was exquisite and she even stopped gold digger activity on my behalf. Go show her some 💕

Review 51 (2024-08-29 - Rating: 5)
Always a favorite!

Review 52 (2024-04-13 - Rating: 4)
I stumbled into here after trying to eat at East Pole last evening. Apparently this is their sister restaurant.They charge $15 per person to sit not including food and drinks. The drinks were decent and there is wait staff at the tables which is great because it can be crowded.I like that they have different musicians throughout the night so it isn’t just one vibe. I would absolutely come back here and hang out again.It’s also great thats it’s open late eve so you can chill.

Review 53 (2024-06-05 - Rating: 5)
My favorite cocktail/ jazz bar in all of New York! What a hidden gem 💎🥰

Review 54 (2024-03-15 - Rating: 5)
Fantastic intimate Piano Bar with great food and lovely entertainment in a comfortable atmosphere and great service. It has become our regular spot to go out at night. Best time to arrive is around 7 PM since it is small and gets full after 9 PM and difficult to get a seat or a booth.

Review 55 (2024-05-31 - Rating: 5)
The band was amazing and was absolutely delightful. They made my night !!

Review 56 (2023-02-18 - Rating: 5)
Classy but low key piano bar with great drinks and tunes.

Review 57 (2022-07-22 - Rating: 5)
Lovely...nice music..not sure they put alcohol in the drinks??

Review 58 (2023-09-12 - Rating: 5)
I visited this place on a date Saturday night. After getting a table and chatting over drinks we walked over to the center of the bar where a performer played piano and sang songs. He encouraged us to dance but there was hardly enough room for us to stand. Overall I had a fun night.

Review 59 (2024-06-03 - Rating: 5)
Great place to hang out

Review 60 (2022-06-21 - Rating: 5)
Great live jazz music, awesome decor, strong cocktails

Review 61 (2022-08-08 - Rating: 5)
Really nice Staff, and live music most nights. Nice crowed,

Review 62 (2022-05-05 - Rating: 5)
My new favorite place. Just what the neighborhood needed, finally a sophisticated late night spot!

Review 63 (2024-01-16 - Rating: 4)
Great cocktails but super crowded. Got to listen to the musicians, but I could not tell you what they looked like, as there was no way to get past the bar.

Review 64 (2024-02-08 - Rating: 5)
Great vibe

Review 65 (2024-03-22 - Rating: 5)
Great Bar and awesome entertainment and beautiful people

Review 66 (2023-08-26 - Rating: 5)
Fantastic musicians. Great spot for a drink while listening to live jazz band.

Review 67 (2023-07-14 - Rating: 5)
Loved the experience. Classy and chill. The house performers were fun

Review 68 (2023-03-02 - Rating: 4)
Really sweet little hangout spot. The bartenders are pros and the options are vast. I went with a big group and hung out in the back. We ordered our drinks from the bar (no table service when we were there). It gets noisy, which I blamed on the low ceilings (and our large group). I will return with a friend and hang out a the bar next time. It is nothing to look at from the outside, but quite charming when you get inside. Nice find!

Review 69 (2023-08-30 - Rating: 5)
Great hidden gem on the UES. The bar isn’t crowded and great for a nice cocktail

Review 70 (2023-04-06 - Rating: 5)
This bar is so classy! Live jazz and a cool interior makes for an enjoyable evening.

Review 71 (2023-03-07 - Rating: 5)
Great place for drinks and awesome atmosphere.

Review 72 (2022-06-11 - Rating: 4)
A great, cozy little piano bar speakeasy vibe with terrific cocktails and expert, friendly bartenders. Feels very Kubrick-esque for some reason. My only gripe is the name. Kind of generic. With the hip feel and great deco design, they should have called it Black Key or something cooler.

Review 73 (2022-09-22 - Rating: 5)
Darling! The best. Amazing music, caviar is divine. Staff is friendly and accommodating. I don’t go uptown usually but when I do I’m here!

Review 74 (2022-10-02 - Rating: 5)
Amazing hidden gem, great vibe great cocktails

Review 75 (2022-09-26 - Rating: 5)
A group of us had an absolute blast here . I had so much fun that I accidentally left my phone . I went by on Sunday hoping & praying I could it back . They were closed but through the grace of God .. A gentleman named Guy answered their call button on the door . He was not inside but he took an Uber to come unlock the door and get my phone for me . If that’s not above & beyond ultimate customer service I don’t know what is ! To top it off he wouldn’t let me pay for the Uber or give him any money for his trouble ! I’m am so grateful to know that there are still good people in this world . While I sat outside on the bench waiting for him I had the opportunity to tell passers by what a great spot this place is . Please go and return the kindness that Guy showed me . Melody’s is an exceptional place to have a drink and relax . You’ll be glad you came here .

Review 76 (2022-09-06 - Rating: 5)
Love this addition to the neighborhood. I bring every one of my friends here when theyre looking for drinks on the UES. Really great bartenders and the atmosphere is well-curated, especially when theres real jazz playing.

Review 77 (2024-04-05 - Rating: 5)
THIS is why you moved to New York.

Review 78 (2022-08-01 - Rating: 5)
What a place, what a night. The live music was the best Ive ever experienced and it created the perfect vibe for my wife and I. Really great spot.

Review 79 (2022-11-16 - Rating: 5)
Great service, wonderful space, lovely music. Drinks thankfully aren’t as fruity as they may seem from the menu.

Review 80 (2023-01-14 - Rating: 4)
Subpar drinks, slow service when I first visited in opening week - but unique and welcome concept with tropical theme and swanky jazz band on select nights.

Review 81 (2022-11-08 - Rating: 5)
Really nice piano bar. Clean space

Review 82 (2022-09-19 - Rating: 4)
Its a great bar that used to be bars and books cigar lounge.

Review 83 (2023-02-18 - Rating: 5)
Great service and live music with a 1920’s vibe

Review 84 (2022-07-23 - Rating: 5)
Fantastic UES cozy bar with live music that channels old New York vibes

Review 85 (2022-12-07 - Rating: 5)
Hard to get inside, unprofessional people work on the entry, there is no host but the bar , drinks , ambience and music is excellent , highly recommend, must visit