No Black Tie

If you’re looking for a cozy place to wine down, NBT is the place for you! The music and ambiance was great however the selection of food and wine were very limited!

I came here about a year ago, absolutely horrible experience. We came just for some late night drinks. The owner was completely plastered drunk, Evelyn Hii. She seems like a quirky lady in the first place, but add some alcohol to that and she turns into an extremely rude unprofessional woman unfit to own a restaurant. I was there with a couple friends, she repeatedly went up to one of them asking him all sorts of uncomfortable questions, continuously stating «I am from the future…» she was out of her mind.
On top of all of this, some of her friends from England were there. One of them obviously flirted with me in front of my boyfriend, who was standing right next to me. It was made clear to him that I was uncomfortable, but he continued to make advances. I couldnt handle it anymore when he began physical advances and left. None of the staff did anything to help. Obviously the owner was too trashed to notice anything, but I couldn’t imagine her doing anything even in a sober state.
Horrible experience. I don’t plan on ever coming back here if the owner is the same.

Every Saturday, there is a different band playing in NBT. Plus, there is an entrance fee of MYR50. If you want a slightly cheaper parking, leave your car in the serviced residences building opposite NBT. Entry is MYR5.
I was there on a first date. We were fortunate to have dinner elsewhere because though NBT serves food, the round table was surprising tiny. Their selection of wine was limited & do not serve cheese cake, which is a disappointment & reduced my experience of enjoyment.

NBT is the holy grail of jazz music in KL. A favorite spot for music lovers both locally and internationally. The ambience is intimate and the mood can be quite romantic too.
Needless to say, the acoustic is top notch. Some of my favorite local performers are Rozz and Elvira Arul. They also play host to a slew of international jazz artistes as well. Drinking, naturally occurs as an afterthought. Best place for a date night.

I came here one night with a bunch of friends to watch Joanna Kam the local stand-​up comedian and it was really good!
The location is in the middle of changkat and yes barely any parking and you have to ‘trust’ the valet that is there but atleast now with über and such we dont have to worry about things like that anymore.
The restaurant/​bar also hosts jazz nights so you could check it out if you like that sort of thing. The interior os chic and minimalist.
Besides that, we had a ball of a time. We had some nice drinks had a bit of finger food and the rest was history.

BEST LIVE BAND SPOT!
Loving all the musicians they bring in here :) I’m a jazzy acoustic kinda person so yeah you know what I mean haha
I was here to support one of my friend’s gig and it was full house! Really love the people in there as they were so supportive and also very friendly. I was assigned to sit with two lads who are both foreigners, one from the UK and another from Ireland. They were really nice folks and are really impressed with us Malaysians :)
Waiters are friendly there and they are very helpful too. The stage looks small but very well equipped with proper audio and lightings.
Oh yes, not to mention, food was good too! I ordered some special fries the waiters claim as the best seller, couldn’t remember the name because it was kinda dark inside. So yeah :) Try it the next time you go there.
They will have a list of band performing on different days, their website will have all the details. (tip given by the two amazing gentleman I sat with)
So sit back, relax and enjoy these music!

NBT is without a doubt one of the best places to see live music in KL and perhaps even all of South East Asia. The concept is classy and the owner spared no expense when it comes to the sound. The walls are covered in beautiful wood and the sound in there is as good as it looks. The sound system is unparalleled in the city. I have seen some bands like The Basement Syndicate in many locations throughout the city and the sound at NBT is the best. All the nuances are super clear and it is never ear shatteringly loud.
All of the best musicians in the area play here. The Basement Syndicate, John Ashley Thomas, Patrick Terbrack, and Pure Energy just to make a few. They also have a great variety of visiting artists from around the world. I’ve heard everything from reggae to classical at NBT.
There are often complaints about service and I can’t say they are totally unfounded. I have had a few unfortunate interactions but in the end this place is still great. Just show up on time for you table and you should be ok.

I was very fortunate to be in No Black Tie when ‘Pure Energy’ was playing. It made the whole experience amazing, in spite of a few issues with the service.
Starting with the positive, the food there is really good, the drinks are reasonably priced and the music is impeccable.
On the downside, I’ve had problems with the service there. The waiters overcharged us and got aggressive when we questioned it. It was awkward and nearly a reason not to come back.
BUT the music there is really good, so I will be coming back to No Black Tie, even with the possibility of bad service.

No black tie is probably the most unique performance bars around KL. It is known for hosting Jazz events. If you’re a regular, you’ll know that renowned artists often occupy the stage at No Black Tie. I’ve only been there a few times to watch my friends perform but everytime I go. It’s a good experience. They sure have good wine (according to my friends!).
This place is right at the center of the main city party spot called ‘Changkat’. It’s off ‘Jalan Nagasari’ and at the same row as ‘Nagaba’, ‘Pisco’ which is all opposite the famous club ‘LUST’.
I don’t know why but every time I’m there I feel like the waiters are not as friendly as they should be?

One of Kl’s premier Jazz spots, No black tie has been a staple to many Jazz enthusiasts and the budding casual fans such as myself who always takes pleasure in indulging in the finer arts, where Jazz takes center stage. While No black tie serves as a hybrid breeding ground of music, drinks and music don’t be fooled into thinking that its cuisine is the main entrée of the night, while the food and drinks are decent, they are merely there to complement what is an excellent music experience. No black tie, from my experience has never failed to deliver, the musicians and their respective set lists have always impressed me whilst I lounge and dine, but if you’re looking for something in particular check out their website, stalk the artists and plan your night out.

I absolutely love this space of performing arts. I’ve been here numerous times on different occasions but attending the same type of performance, which is jazz session.
Getting a parking here past 10pm at night on an eventful day is a nightmare. I would always recommend you to go before 9pm for a dinner then adjourn to your next hangout spot.
The decoration is functional yet aesthetic. The wooden panels all around gives you this very warm and cozy feeling. The sitting space isn’t much but they all come with a great view. There are 2 stories and of course the best seat here are the front row seats on the ground floor.
Do always check out their website for the events for the month and go early before the event to ensure you get your good seats. You can call in to reserve but you have to be on time else your seats might be given out to the next patron.

This place is the crème de la crème of jazz places in town. The acoustics here is amazing — a note rarely goes unheard of. So you can expect really great performances. Many talented musicians, both local and international, flock here for a chance to perform on its very stage. Just brace yourself for a night of blissful entertainment.
The ambience here is very romantic — dimmed lights, black draped curtains, and tiny tables with close-​seated chairs. Drop by earlier during performance nights as these tables get snapped up pretty quickly. Cover charge varies depending on the performance — on average I paid between RM 30 – 50. Drinks and nibbles are not included in the cover charge.
I met the manager of the place the other night — I think her name’s Evelyn. Wearing thick cat-​eye shaped spectacles, she reminded me of a person you’ll find working in those high fashion magazine companies. She isn’t the friendliest person to talk to and not very approachable. Her staff share similar personality traits so ordering drinks wasn’t as fun.
There isn’t a specific dress code. Infact, they allow people wearing singlets and slippers in — much to my surprise! When asking the attendee about it, she cattily replied «You know the place IS called No Black Tie.» I didn’t pursue the topic after.
Overall, this is a great place a go-​to if you’re looking to experience some great live music. Don’t expect too much attention from the staff though.