We celebrated my cousin's 30th birthday at Jac's on Bond, and his wife rented the private room in…read morethe back for the party. For a group event, it worked out really well. The private space felt separate enough from the main restaurant to allow everyone to relax, mingle, and enjoy the celebration without feeling cramped. The staff did a great job taking care of our group, and service throughout the evening was friendly and attentive. The catered food was also well done. There was a nice variety of options for the group, and the cheese board was particularly impressive--beautifully presented and a great centerpiece for guests to snack on while socializing. The only downside for me came when it was time to leave. The main restaurant and bar area were absolutely packed, and making our way through the crowds was a bit overwhelming. That's more a reflection of how popular the place is on a Saturday night than anything else, but it did reinforce that it's probably not somewhere I'd choose to visit during peak hours for a regular night out. That said, for a private event, the space was excellent. Between the dedicated room, the food, and the attentive service, they did a great job hosting the celebration, and I'd definitely recommend it for a special occasion.

Oh Jac, this is my love letter to you…read more I love: - your martinis - your night vibes - your music choice - and everyone here is so nice For going out with friends it on a date, this is the place to stop by! Pro tip! If you're looking to sit, you have to have a res. If not, stop by early since they close at midnight

Great experience. One Big Tip...when you make your reservation (which I would highly recommend)…read moreyou must request either drinks or meal. If you don't you could end up with a rather large dinner platter in your lap. So do the following: 1. Make a reservation 2. Request either a dinner or bar/drinks reservation l almost had to leave because it was a special birthday and we were looking at possible dinner on tiny-bar tables .

This is a hidden gem. Upon walking in, I felt as if this was a speakeasy. I recently went here for…read moremy mother's birthday with my family. The place is cool and the vibe is chill, so come as you are. If you like seafood, you will enjoy the food. The menu has options for everyone, whether you want seafood or not. I believe the prices are reasonable. Make sure you order the oysters. Our waiter was kind and friendly ; she provided my mother with bread pudding on the house in honor of her birthday. I will definitely be back to try more of the menu. The drinks were good, and on my way out I noticed Jello shots.

Such a fun bar. They totally lean into the 70's theme with the red carpet and the wood paneling…read more There are 3 floors and they're all equally as fun and full of vibes. The service was so kind and attentive. I was 15 minutes late to my reservation and they were very graceful! I had a few cocktails including one Jose (the bartender) made for me after I told him the type of drink I'm into. I also had the candy box (would get it again) and the truffle grilled cheese (would definitely get it again.) Thx Pearl Box for a good time!

An absolute Pearl in New York. I am utterly obsessed with Pearl Box. Clearly the aesthetic is…read moreeverything. I have never seen such a beautiful curation of a bar. The details here are beyond. The menus are so beautiful. Everyone who works there is so beyond kind and attentive. I cannot believe how delish their cocktails are. The love and appreciation I have for this place is endless. I will be endlessly thinking about my return.

Apotheke is one of the OGs in the NYC craft cocktail scene. The Chinatown original opened in 2008,…read moreand is and always has been making solid, mixologist-crafted cocktails from it's start. It was only recently that I learned that they expanded to the West Coast and to this space in NoMad. While this Nomad location has a speakeasy basement as well as a lively rooftop, on the Tuesday evening we visited only the rooftop was open. We came in without a reservation, and were seated promptly outside on the rooftop terrace - it just so happened to be around sunset, so we definitely lucked out. Our server was perfect, providing great cocktail recommendations from their extensive menu, walking us through any questions we had. The Ocean Rise cocktail: Tequila with Nori, Avocado, Green Apple, Kiwi, Cucumber, Lime, Black Lava Salt - was hands-down my personal favorite. The Necessary Evil cocktail: Mezcal with Horseradish & Honey, Porcini, Winter Spiced Tomato Shrub, Thai Basil, Lemon, Apple Vinegar, Sea Salt, Pickle - was kinda like a Bloody Mary (Bloody Maria), but super well made with mezcal and some spice. I also enjoyed the Green Peace cocktail: Gin, Green Chartreuse, Mint, Lime, and Ginger - super well balanced and refreshing. It looks like there may be a new summer version of this concoction. My husband also loved their take on an Old Fashioned/Manhattan, called the West Side Story: Rye Whiskey, Sweet Vermouth with Vanilla, Scotch, Blood Orange & Cherry Cordial, Aromatic Bitters, Orange Zest. There was live music at the time, but it wasn't too loud and overall the vibe was perfect for the mid-week evening. This is one NoMad rooftop bar that I look forward to coming back to, especially on quieter nights like this. Price points for cocktails were ~$24 - not too terrible, but not great, either.

Beautiful space - especially the Penthouse Terrace! We went on a nice sunny evening in March and…read moresat at one of the outdoors terrace tables. The ambiance was so lovely and drinks were just delicious! The sun beaming through the indoor stained glass was such a pretty scene! Bathroom was spacious and squeaky clean. Our server and the bartender were very friendly and nice as well. Would return in a heartbeat!

Skip the food and just head here for the bar scene on a Thursday through Saturday night.read more

Came in during a Sunday noon bar hop. It wasn't too busy so we were seated in a private booth…read more Really enjoyed the espresso martinis here and the dip. Started to get busier around 3 or 4 pm.

I actually was heading to Mori next door to celebrate my birthday when I was invited to this bar…read morefor a birthday shot! Shoutout to Zayon, thank you again! If I didn't have a reservation, this seems like a chill hang out spot. It's a small bar but honestly I kinda like that because it seems intimate and a great place to catch up with some friends.

Solid bar that does the job (which appears to be mainly a spot to quickly grab a drink when waiting…read morefor dinner nearby). Came here at 6:30 pm on a Saturday with some friends who had dinner res a block or so away. It seems like the majority of the clientele were in similar boats as we saw a major exodus at around 6:50 pm. There's a short cocktail list and some beers/wines as well. The cocktails were all decent but nothing I would rave about. The bar itself is pretty small with only a few tables inside and two tables outside. The bartender was friendly and quick to make drinks which I appreciated. Fine spot to kill time, not worth going out of your way for.

I love when a non plan is better than the actual plan!…read more I came here with my sister to kill time before the headliner of a show that was happening around the corner b/c there wasn't much seating. We are auntie age and we're gonna need a seat. We walked in and loved the look of this spot. Dim and moody. Great for a date night or hanging out with friends. We sat at the bar and became quick friends with Kiwi, the bartender. He was personable, fun, and mixed the dranks! I'll say it every time...the bartenders make the bar and keep people coming back. On top of being great mixologist. We DJ came and started spinning tunes that had me dancing in my seat. We were vibing and looked at the clock and realized we were an hr late. We decided to stay at the bar instead of going to the show. Kiwi was joined by another bartender who was equally friendly and mixing great cocktails. It was a great night. I'll definitely be back!

Ordered: Rosamaria Fizz (~$25): Still G.I.N, Pamplemousse,…read moreLemon, Rosemary Pornstar Martini (~$25): Vodka, Passionfruit, Lime, Vanilla, Champagne Aya's take: Opulent interior and lackluster drinks. We arrived at Chapel Bar without a reservation and since it was a weeknight, we had no issues grabbing a table around 8pm. We each got a cocktail which was decent but nothing to write home about it. For each cocktail to cost ~$25 plus an automatic 20% gratuity (regardless of party size), it's absolutely not worth it. You're really paying for the ambiance more than anything. If you're looking for proper drinks, go somewhere else. If you're looking for a quiet place to relax & grab a drink, you might actually enjoy it.

I came here on a Sunday funday with some friends. The last time I was here was at night, so it was…read moreinteresting to see it during the day and more empty! My friends and I sat on the couches in the corner. It's fun people watching from above. You have to order at the bar. We got: - 3AM in ktown: I liked this drink! It was refreshing - phony Negroni There's a single stall bathroom by the stairs when you enter. There's a smaller couch area where the bathroom is too. Our bartender was nice.

Classic NYC speakeasy! Very much a iykyk. The best part about this speakeasy is that it's open…read moreduring the day (not just evenings) so great for a day drink as well as pregame to the night! Pro Tip! Try to catch that late afternoon pre dinner time for the best chance for getting good seats