The French House Bar
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Dean Street's no-music, no-mobiles holdout, the Soho the audience first read about in the 80s
Bar Editor's Pick
Ronnie Scott's
Frith Street's 1959 jazz room, the canonical London jazz club, two sets a night, low ceiling, red lamps
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed May 2026
Soho |
$$$ Upscale for Bar
| 18:00 - 03:00 (Mon-Sat), 12:00 - 16:00 & 18:30 - 00:00 (Sun)
| Last reviewed: May 2026 Opened by tenor saxophonist Ronnie Scott in 1959, the Frith Street basement is the longest-running jazz club in Europe and the room every visiting Istanbulite who reads jazz writes home about. Two sets a night, six nights a week, the headline at 19:30, the late at 23:15, with a steady booking calendar that runs from Stacey Kent and Kurt Elling through Christian McBride and the house Ronnie Scott's All Stars. The Upstairs Bar, free entry after the late set ends, holds the Soho late-night audience the audience has been reading about since their first London trip.
Editor's Tip
Two sets a night, 19:30 headline, 23:15 late. Book a table for the headline at least three weeks ahead; the late set is cheaper and often the better room. The Upstairs Bar runs free admission after the late set finishes, the post-midnight audience is half industry. Dinner served at the table, but the kitchen is not the reason to come.
At a Glance
- View
- Street Scene, London Skyline
Views & Setting
View Type
Street Scene, London Skyline
View Quality
Good
Indoor Terrace
Best For
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Ronnie Scott's, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.
Where is Ronnie Scott's?
Ronnie Scott's is located in Soho, London, 47 Frith Street, Soho, London W1D 4HT.
What are the opening hours of Ronnie Scott's?
Ronnie Scott's is open 18:00 - 03:00 (Mon-Sat), 12:00 - 16:00 & 18:30 - 00:00 (Sun).
What is Ronnie Scott's best for?
Ronnie Scott's is especially popular for Date Night, Drinks, Celebration.
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