Established by Australian ex pat Igor Margan, Checkpoint is on the edge of the Faubourg Marigny and presents rock, metal and punk bands nightly. When all the Frenchmen Street clubs are booked with great bands and large crowds, this is a good place to relax with a beer - even if the music itself isn't relaxing. Bus 82 Desire. Cover charges can be high, but are well worth paying if jazz is your thing. It's a sit-down venue, with tables and benches spread across the floor and right up to the stage.
Crowds are generally quiet, respectful of the musicians and intense listeners.
It's not at all uncommon for players not scheduled to perform to join the band on stage, leading to some of the best impromptu jazz jam sessions anywhere in the world. Outside the main music room is a bar and adjoining restaurant. All Rights Reserved. If you see anything that you know to be incorrect please visit our feedback page so that we can correct it.