Ornithology Jazz Club

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"Nothing feels more rooted to New York neighborhoods than this Bushwick club named for Charlie Parker: veteran musicians in suits share spontaneous nightly sessions with emerging stars while the subway rumbles just outside. Run by Mitch Borden and Rie Yamaguchi-Borden, the split Café and Club put you so close to the music you could almost touch it, and dining at Café Ornithology beforehand is a must — the hummus plates, leek-and-potato pizza, and Fatoush salad are notably strong. The vibe is lived-in and genuinely community-born, a place where neighborhood authenticity meets high-caliber jazz." - Jessica Chapel