The Allmusic review by Matt Collar awarded the album 4½ stars stating "This is soulful, visceral, moody and propulsive post-bop that often leans heavily toward late-'60s and '70s modal and free jazz".Collar, M. Allmusic Review accessed September 26, 2011 On All About Jazz John Kelman said "As undeniably superb as the quintet's studio albums are, the group has never sounded this hot".Kelman, J., All About Jazz Review, December 13, 2007 Alarm magazine's Ryan McCarthy wrote "Douglas crafts many brilliant melodies, and the soloing is top-tier, though often soiled by the lack of bite where the nitty-gritty rhythm should be. Live at the Jazz Standard is a showcase for Douglas and Caine controlling their mediums, needless of a supporting cast".McCarthy, R., Alarm magazine review, July 31, 2007
