May 2021

We are currently serving food, hot and cold drinks and ice cream on our terrace and from our take away counter only. It is not necessary  to book a table – just turn up, find a table and order from our take away counter.

From Monday 17th May we will be able to serve inside the restaurant. We must ask you to sign in on arrival and wear a face covering whilst not sat at your table. We will take orders at your table but because of the fast nature of our business we will ask for payment when we serve your drinks.

Sadly, we have not been able to host any live music events for a very long time. However, in July and August we hope to have live music every Friday evening. These will not be bookable events but merely entertainment whilst you are enjoying your evening meal. On Friday 16th July we welcome back local hero Zoot Money to help him celebrate his birthday. Tables will be more limited than in past years and in high demand so we recommend booking early (see our live music page for booking details).

Assuming we are able to open again as normal and there are no restrictions beyond the summer we will introduce our Sunday lunchtime jazz from September with the return of the Andy Urquhart Quartet. We will also restart our Friday Series Jazz with some very exciting special guests.

More news to follow soon……

Once again we thank you for your patience and understanding and your continued support. And please keep safe.

 

 

 

About Us

Set in the heart of Sandbanks, Jazz Café enjoys spectacular views of Dorset’s premier Blue Flag beach. This relaxing destination, loved by locals and highly recommended by holidaymakers, is where you can enjoy appetising home cooked food and and drink all year round.

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The Friday Night Series

The Jazz Cafe present the finest jazz in the South, spotlighting the stars of the UK jazz scene, established masters and burgeoning young talent in a relaxed, informal setting with friendly, attentive service, fine food and wine.

In July and August 2021 we will have live music every Friday evening – booking not required. And on Friday 16th July we welcome back local hero Zoot Money and the Big Roll Band

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Friday 16th July 2021

Zoot Money and the Big Roll Band

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WE CURRENTLY HAVE NO LIVE JAZZ EVENTS

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WE CURRENTLY HAVE NO LIVE JAZZ EVENTS

Sunday Lunchtime Sessions

THE ANDY URQUHART QUARTET WILL MAKE A TRIUMPHANT RETURN IN SEPTEMBER

Every Sunday between 1pm and 4pm we present the finest live jazz in the South courtesy of The Andy Urquhart Quartet with a varying line-up and special guests playing standards and modern jazz classics – the perfect accompaniment to your Sunday roast.

It is not necessary to book a table as we prefer to seat and serve customers as they arrive.

Private Functions

The Jazz Café can cater for parties and events of all types from 20 to 150 guests including private dinners, weddings, birthday parties, barbecues and corporate events.

We offer set party menus or we can liaise with you on your preferred menu options.

Bookings are available for evenings only on the weekend and weekdays throughout the year.

  • “Undoubtedly one of the best beach cafes we have ever found that also serves the most amazing Moles Mariniere”

    Claire & Mark

  • “Where else on the beach plays live Jazz and serves you a fantastic roast?”

    Frank

  • “We visit the Jazz café at least 2 times a day for coffee and food we love the staff, the setting and the fact we can take Oscar our dog”

    Liz & Jim

  • “I have been coming to the Jazz Café for over 30 years now, it’s totally unique and all three generations love it here”

    The Clayton Family

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