Esse Jazz Club is a live jazz venue and restaurant on Pyatnitskaya Street, and this guide to Esse Jazz Club Moscow explains what to expect and what to check before going. The club is in the Zamoskvorechye district, near Novokuznetskaya, and it offers a concert program together with a restaurant and a bar serving European cuisine.
The club is typically listed as open from late morning until midnight, with concerts in the evening, and some listings show later closing at weekends. Concert prices and the door policy could not be verified, so the sections below focus on how to plan the evening, how booking works and how to get home.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Джаз-клуб «Эссе» |
|---|---|
| Address | Pyatnitskaya Street 27 building 3A, Moscow (Пятницкая, 27, стр. 3А) OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Zamoskvorechye |
| Metro | Novokuznetskaya (Line 2, green, named as the nearest station in a map listing; the walking time and exit were not verified) |
| Type | Live music |
| Opening hours | Typically listed as open daily from 11:00 to 00:00, although one listing shows later closing on Friday and Saturday, and concerts follow a schedule; check the program on the official site (as of October 2026 – check the official site). |
| Best time to visit | Evenings are the best time, when the concerts take place, and weekends fill up first. Check the schedule on the official site for the artist and the start time. |
| Recommended duration | 2–3 hours |
| Music | Live jazz concerts in the evening, with a restaurant and bar serving European cuisine; the genres vary with the program. |
| Entry and dress code | Evening concerts are usually ticketed, and the price depends on the artist; the door policy, dress code and minimum age could not be verified. Check the program and ticket price on the official site before going. |
| Price level | ₽₽ · moderate |
| Reservations | Tables can be booked, and the official site lists the program; how online booking and payment work was not verified, so check jazzesse.ru for the evening you plan. |
| Website | jazzesse.ru |
| Last updated | October 9, 2026 |
Why Visit Esse Jazz Club?
Esse is a compact club in the center that combines a jazz program with a restaurant, so an evening can include dinner and a concert in one place. It is on Pyatnitskaya Street, a short walk from Novokuznetskaya, and the neighborhood around it is one of the oldest parts of Zamoskvorechye.
The club is typically open from late morning, so it can also be used for a meal before the evening music. Because concerts are usually ticketed and seats are limited on busy nights, check the program on the official site and book in advance for a well-known artist or a weekend.
Highlights of Esse Jazz Club
Evening jazz concerts
The club's program is built around evening concerts of jazz, and the schedule is posted on the official site. Check the artist and the start time of the first set before choosing your night.
Tip: Choose the evening by the artist, not by the weekday.
Dinner with the music
The venue is also a restaurant and bar, with European cuisine according to listings. Check whether your table requires a minimum order when booking.
Tip: Reserve a table early for a popular artist.
Daytime opening
The club is typically listed as open from 11:00, so a meal or a coffee is possible before the music starts. Check the kitchen hours with staff.
Tip: Go in the afternoon for a quiet meal.
The Pyatnitskaya location
The club is on Pyatnitskaya Street in Zamoskvorechye, a short distance from Novokuznetskaya and in a district of old merchants' houses. See the walking itinerary for the area. Check the route on a map app.
Tip: Combine a daytime walk through Zamoskvorechye with an evening concert.
The weekend late nights
One listing shows later closing on Friday and Saturday, so weekends may run longer than weekdays. Check the closing time for your night.
Tip: Confirm the weekend closing time before planning the way home.
Booking through the official site
The official site jazzesse.ru lists the program and is the place to check tickets and tables. Check how far in advance a given evening can be booked.
Tip: Book a table before arriving on a weekend.
Atmosphere
The club is a cozy room of dark wood and warm lamps, with tables set close to a small stage, and the sound of a trio or a quartet fills the room in the evening. The smell of the kitchen and the clink of glasses mix with the music, and the room quiets for each solo.
The crowd is a mix of jazz listeners, couples and groups on a dinner outing, and the evenings fill up early at weekends, while afternoons are calmer.
History of Esse Jazz Club
Esse Jazz Club is a live jazz venue on Pyatnitskaya Street in Zamoskvorechye, where it has operated as a restaurant and concert club. The club has hosted concerts by Russian and visiting artists over the years, and its address has stayed the same according to listings.
The date of opening and the history of its owners could not be verified, so the current program and details should be checked on the official site. This history is shorter than requested because few facts could be verified.
Entry, Tables and Reservations at Esse Jazz Club
Reservations. Tables can be booked, and the official site jazzesse.ru lists the program; how online booking and payment work was not verified, so check the site for the evening you plan.
Entry. Evening concerts are usually ticketed, with prices depending on the artist, and the door policy for busy nights was not verified. Arrive early for a popular artist, and bring a photo ID.
Payment. Cash in rubles is the most reliable way to pay. Foreign Visa or Mastercard cards should not be assumed to work, and your country’s sanctions rules may restrict some payment services, so check this yourself.
Plan and Book
How to Get to Esse Jazz Club
The club is at Pyatnitskaya Street 27 building 3A, and the nearest station named in a map listing is Novokuznetskaya, on the green Line 2.
- By Metro: ride to Novokuznetskaya and walk; check the route on a map app, since the building is inside a courtyard in some listings.
- By taxi: use the address, Pyatnitskaya Street 27 building 3A.
- Getting home: the Metro usually closes around 01:00, so a taxi may be needed after a late night; check mosmetro.ru for the current closing time.
Accessibility
Step-free access, lifts and facilities for guests with reduced mobility were not verified, so check with the club before going if you need them.
Food Nearby
The club has its own restaurant, and Pyatnitskaya Street and the Novokuznetskaya area have many cafes and restaurants; the exact venues were not verified.
What to Bring
Bring a photo ID, cash in rubles and a charged phone with a map and a taxi app for the way home.
Photography Rules
Rules for photography and recording were not verified; at concerts, ask staff first, avoid flash and respect the musicians and other guests.
Family Suitability
Suitable for older children at an early evening concert or a daytime meal, but this is an evening venue with a bar, and the minimum age was not verified; stroller access was not verified.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- Check the artist and the start time on the official site before choosing your night.
- Book a table early for a well-known artist or a weekend.
- Confirm the closing time for your night, since weekend hours differ between listings.
- Plan the way home before the last set, since the Metro closes around 01:00.
- Combine a walk through Zamoskvorechye with an evening concert.
- Carry cash in rubles in case a card is declined.
What to Do Within Walking Distance of Esse Jazz Club
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Metro stations near Esse Jazz Club
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FAQ: Esse Jazz Club
What is Esse Jazz Club?
A live jazz club and restaurant on Pyatnitskaya Street in Moscow.
Which Metro station is nearest?
Novokuznetskaya, on the green Line 2, is named in a map listing.
What are the hours?
Typically daily from 11:00 to 00:00, with later closing at weekends in one listing.
Are concerts ticketed?
Evening concerts are usually ticketed, and prices vary; check the official site.
Can I just have dinner?
The venue has a restaurant, and it is typically open from late morning.
Can I pay with a foreign card?
Acceptance of foreign cards cannot be assumed; carry cash in rubles, and check your own country's sanctions rules, which may restrict some payment services.
How do I get home late?
The Metro closes around 01:00, so use a taxi; check the current rules for taxi apps.
Is it suitable for children?
For an early concert or a meal, but the evening is a bar crowd.
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