Ashford & Simpson's Sugar Bar

Ashford & Simpson's Sugar Bar THE BEAUTY... If you want sweet, Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar can satisfy that tooth. Of course you
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We are talking sweet music, soul-stirring riffs, runs and melodies in a cozy environment, with delectable cuisine you can find only at Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar. Presenting a fresh alternative to the mundane, the Sugar Bar, is an intimate full service restaurant, showcasing local and international talent, from R&B/Soul, Jazz, and Caribbean to traditional African rhythms. Intimately immersed in

big flavors, live performances, and our signature Sugartinis, an evening here might begin at the watering well where specialty cocktails and a selection of cultural appetizers set the mood and wet the appetite. Sugar Bar was established in 1996 by Nickolas Ashford, one half of the songwriting and performing sensation, Ashford & Simpson. Co-owned with his wife Valerie Simpson, the Sugar Bar offers an intimate and elegant ambiance, with the feel of an old country village, on the trendy Upper West Side of Manhattan. Located inside of a beautiful, converted brownstone, the Sugar Bar is best known for its sensational cuisine and live entertainment. Since its inception, the Sugar Bar has been the hot spot for celebrities such as: Bruce Willis, Stevie Wonder, Whoopi Goldberg, BeBe Winans, Andre Harrell, Dr. Maya Angelou, Michael Douglas, Patrick Ewing, Dexter King, Al Sharpton, Andre Leon Talley, NormanLeary, Berry Gordy, Diahne Carroll, Kathleen Battle, Lynn Whitfield, Don King, Clarence Williams III, Roscoe Lee Brown, Susan E. Taylor, Judith Jamison, Marilee Edgars, Jackee', Stephanie Mills, Eddie Murphy, Johnny Gill, Geraldo Rivera, David Rockefeller Jr., and Freddie Jackson to name a few. If you want sweet, Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar can satisfy your sweet tooth! The Sugar Bar not only offers decadent deserts, but also sweet music, soul-stirring riffs, and sweet melodies, within a cozy environment. Presenting a fresh alternative to the mundane, the Sugar Bar showcases local and international talent, from R&B/Soul, Jazz, and Caribbean, to traditional African rhythms. Our signature Sugartinis, and other specialty cocktails, will be the beginning of an entertaining and enjoyable evening, complemented by a selection of cultural appetizers that set the mood and whet the appetite.You can enjoy your dinner in the main dining room where every table has an excellent view of the stage, or dine in the more intimate setting of the enclosed garden. Also, enjoy a cool summer night's breeze at our outside cafe.

05/31/2026

Lets start of June right with D.R. King hosting Thursdays Open Mic Jam session!! Lets Go!!! 8-11:30pm!! All Star Band!! Good Vibes!! See you there!!!

05/28/2026

Sugar Bar Open Mic Live May 28, 2026

If you’re wondering “What’s VUP?” Then come and find out Friday July 3rd. An uplifting group of musicians that will wow ...
05/25/2026

If you’re wondering “What’s VUP?” Then come and find out Friday July 3rd. An uplifting group of musicians that will wow you!

🗓️ July 3
⏰ 7:00pm
💵 $20 Cover Charge
📍Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar
254 West 72 Street, NYC

Have we got a treat for you this Wednesday!! MONIFAH will be gracing us on the stage. Her voice is one you dont wanna mi...
05/24/2026

Have we got a treat for you this Wednesday!! MONIFAH will be gracing us on the stage. Her voice is one you dont wanna miss!! No Cover Charge! Come join us!!

05/22/2026

Sugar Bar Open Mic Live may 21 2026

🎤✨ This SUNDAY is just for YOU✨🎤Grab the mic, sip your favorite drink, and sing your heart out at Sip & Sing Sundays Ka...
05/17/2026

🎤✨ This SUNDAY is just for YOU✨🎤
Grab the mic, sip your favorite drink, and sing your heart out at Sip & Sing Sundays Karaoke hosted by the amazing Nicole Ashford! 🎶🍸🔥

Whether you’re hitting every note or just vibing with the crowd, it’s all about GOOD ENERGY, GREAT MUSIC & FUN TIMES! 💃🏾🕺🏾

🗓️ Sunday, May 17
⏰ 4PM–7PM
📍 Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar
254 West 72nd Street, NYC

Bring your crew, your vocals, and your best vibes! 🎵✨
NicoleAshford SingYourHeartOut GoodVibesOnly LiveMusic NYCEvents

🌺✨ ALOHA, NYC! ✨🌺It’s giving island vibes, good music, tropical drinks & BIG energy all night long! 🌴🎤🍹Join us for a spe...
05/16/2026

🌺✨ ALOHA, NYC! ✨🌺

It’s giving island vibes, good music, tropical drinks & BIG energy all night long! 🌴🎤🍹

Join us for a special Hawaiian Theme OPEN MIC NIGHT hosted by the one & only Dermel Warren at Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar! 🌺🔥

Bring your talent, your crew, and your BEST tropical fit! 🌞🌴 Whether you’re singing, vibing, or just enjoying the atmosphere, this is the place to be! 🎶✨

🗓 May 21
⏰ 8PM–11:30PM
📍 Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar
254 West 72nd Street, NYC
🎟 $20 CoverLive music & unforgettable vibes await! 🌺🍍🎶
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🎤✨ This SUNDAY is just for YOU✨🎤Grab the mic, sip your favorite drink, and sing your heart out at Sip & Sing Sundays Ka...
05/16/2026

🎤✨ This SUNDAY is just for YOU✨🎤
Grab the mic, sip your favorite drink, and sing your heart out at Sip & Sing Sundays Karaoke hosted by the amazing Nicole Ashford! 🎶🍸🔥

Whether you’re hitting every note or just vibing with the crowd, it’s all about GOOD ENERGY, GREAT MUSIC & FUN TIMES! 💃🏾🕺🏾

🗓️ Sunday, May 17
⏰ 4PM–7PM
📍 Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar
254 West 72nd Street, NYC

Bring your crew, your vocals, and your best vibes! 🎵✨
NicoleAshford SingYourHeartOut GoodVibesOnly LiveMusic NYCEvents

05/15/2026

Sugar Bar Open Mic Live May 14, 2026

🔥 FRIDAY MAY 15TH — ACDS LIVE takes over Sugar Bar! 🔥Get ready for an amazing night of LIVE music, soulful grooves, good...
05/13/2026

🔥 FRIDAY MAY 15TH — ACDS LIVE takes over Sugar Bar! 🔥
Get ready for an amazing night of LIVE music, soulful grooves, good food, drinks & nonstop energy 🎸🥁🎶

🕗 8PM
🎟️ $20
📍 Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar
📞 RSVP: 212.579.0222

Grab your crew, pull up, and let’s make it a whole musical weekend in NYC 🎵✨

THURSDAY MAY 14TH — OPEN MIC NIGHT is BACK and extra special because we’re celebrating the incredible Alyson Williams’ B...
05/13/2026

THURSDAY MAY 14TH — OPEN MIC NIGHT is BACK and extra special because we’re celebrating the incredible Alyson Williams’ Birthday!!! 🥂🎂
Come sing, vibe, perform, network, or simply enjoy an unforgettable night of music, energy, food & cocktails 🍸🎶

🎤 Hosted by Alyson Williams
🕗 8PM–11:30PM
🎟️ $20 Cover
📍 254 West 72nd Street, NYC
📞 RSVP: 212.579.0222

TONIGHT!! Come thru for the smooth sounds of 3 FOLD! No Cover! Good Music & Good Food!! See u tonight starts at 7:30pm!!...
05/12/2026

TONIGHT!! Come thru for the smooth sounds of 3 FOLD! No Cover! Good Music & Good Food!! See u tonight starts at 7:30pm!!

This Wednesday you dont wanna miss JAMIE VIKTORIA debuting her original songs along w/ some of her favorite classics! 8p...
05/11/2026

This Wednesday you dont wanna miss JAMIE VIKTORIA debuting her original songs along w/ some of her favorite classics! 8pm / $20 Cover! See you There!!

I promise you -- You don't wanna miss this!.....We need it....RESTORATION...... See you there!Valerie Simpson
05/11/2026

I promise you -- You don't wanna miss this!.....
We need it....RESTORATION...... See you there!
Valerie Simpson

Today
05/10/2026

Today

Just added to make your Mother’s Day even sweeter! “Disco Night” Sensation GQ will be performing this Sunday at 4pm @ The Sugar Bar. Seats are going fast!! Call 212-579-0222 for more info.

Just added to make your Mother’s Day even sweeter! “Disco Night” Sensation GQ will be performing this Sunday at 4pm @ Th...
05/08/2026

Just added to make your Mother’s Day even sweeter! “Disco Night” Sensation GQ will be performing this Sunday at 4pm @ The Sugar Bar. Seats are going fast!! Call 212-579-0222 for more info.

TONIGHT Get ready to dance!!!!
05/08/2026

TONIGHT Get ready to dance!!!!

05/08/2026

Sugar Bar Open Mic Live May 7, 2026

TONIGHT we’re not only back with OPEN MIC NIGHT… we’re also celebrating our amazing host ’s BIRTHDAY!!! 🥳🎤✨Join us for a...
05/07/2026

TONIGHT we’re not only back with OPEN MIC NIGHT… we’re also celebrating our amazing host ’s BIRTHDAY!!! 🥳🎤✨

Join us for an evening full of FUN, great vibes, live talent, music, laughs & celebration! Don’t miss the energy tonight at 🍸🎶

ONIGHT we’re not only back with OPEN MIC NIGHT… we’re also celebrating our amazing host ’s BIRTHDAY!!! 🥳🎤✨Join us for an...
05/07/2026

ONIGHT we’re not only back with OPEN MIC NIGHT… we’re also celebrating our amazing host ’s BIRTHDAY!!! 🥳🎤✨

Join us for an evening full of FUN, great vibes, live talent, music, laughs & celebration! Don’t miss the energy tonight at 🍸🎶

05/06/2026

We’ve got a special treat just added to make your Mother’s Day even sweeter! “Disco Night” Sensation GQ will be performing this Sunday at 4pm @ The Sugar Bar. Seats are going fast!! Call 212-579-0222 for more info.

This Thursday, we’re BACK with Open Mic Night!!! 🎤🔥Hosted by the birthday star himself , the incredibly talented OLUTAY...
05/03/2026

This Thursday, we’re BACK with Open Mic Night!!! 🎤🔥
Hosted by the birthday star himself , the incredibly talented OLUTAYO 🎉✨

Join us as the legendary Nat Adderley Jr. celebrates his album release “Took So Long” a night of timeless sound,, and mu...
05/03/2026

Join us as the legendary Nat Adderley Jr. celebrates his album release “Took So Long” a night of timeless sound,, and musical mastery.

Let the keys speak, let the music move you… this is one you feel 💫

📅 Saturday, May 2
⏰ 8PM
📍 Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar
254 W. 72nd St, NYC
🎟️ $25

Come for the music, stay for the vibe…
because nights like this don’t come often 🎶🥂

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Save The Date 3 FOLD is back with another one!!! You don’t want to miss this!!
05/01/2026

Save The Date 3 FOLD is back with another one!!! You don’t want to miss this!!

05/01/2026

Sugar Bar Open Mic Live April 30,2026

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