Anna L.

Wow - beautiful bar and felt very exclusive and special. Service is top notch and a res here will def impress. Get the chicken !!

Jim D.

Wasn't impressed. Wasn't bad per sé but with all the affiliation & worlds 50 best bar claims I expected much more. I only indulged in one cocktails because the choice I made was mid tier & the place isn't cheap so why waste time & money. I think the worlds 50 best judges were a tad lenient when choosing this place as I've had far better cocktails elsewhere in the big apple

Peter L.

The Oyatsu Club is not as stiff as it appears since its base is shochu, but the Three Boxes is made with bourbon and so has a kick. Other cocktails were bright and attractive to the eye though the drinks didn't seem too boozy which is good if you're doing a crawl or have been imbibing. A cozy, but not cramped, modern lounge located upstairs from Eleven Madison Park. Fun and worth a visit if one could get a reservation or walk-in for two since it is an ideal date spot. Prices are $24-$26 per drink. * 2025 North America's Best Bars #11 ranked by "The World's 50 Best Bars Academy comprising more than 800 drinks experts, including renowned bartenders and consultants, drinks writers and cocktail specialists."

Michael C.

Came here solo for the Ichimura residency. Relatively small omakase serving and the quality of the fish was decent. I liked the ambiance of the place and Ichimura-San was a great vibe. Price point definitely a little high for what I felt was the value I received.

Danielle K.

Such a great time at Clemente Bar! Enter downstairs at Eleven Madison Park, check-in, coat-check, and up you go entering the beautiful artistic world of Francesco Clemente. Intimate, chic cocktail bar with top notch service. The menu is separated out by cocktail type (fresh, carbonated, bold, clarified, whipped, low abv, and zero proof). I had the Sakura Heights, Oyatsu Club, and Koji Cafe. The flavors were all unique and umami, yet delicate on the palate. I would love to come back and try their food next time.

Gab G.

Booked a few weeks ahead for a Saturday night reservation in the lounge. Room is absolutely gorgeous and the drinks were great, if not as mindblowing as I wanted them to be. I tried: + Three Boxes + Negroni Colada + Against the Grain + Clemente Martini The Clemente Martini was actually my favorite, followed by the Against the Grain. I also tried the milk and honey ice cream, which was good but not $19 good, sigh. Overall I'd say it's worth trying, though spots like Bar Contra are executing at this level at lower prices. Also, was mad at myself for not grabbing one of the amazing matchbooks - next time! 4.5 stars.

Nicole N.

It is not a surprise that Clemente Bar earned its spot as one of North America's Top 50 bars! I had a blast here with their fun and unique drinks! CLARIFIED Oyatsu Club - probably one of my favs! The sweetness of the sweet potato and tea flavors of the genmaicha were subtle but present. The miso made itself known with the savory aftertaste and the shochu wasn't too strong. Negroni Colada - coconut-y with mix of vermouth, a nice combo of two classic cocktails! BOLD Clemente Martini - Clean with prominent gin flavors along with the curry spice. The cured olive was a nice little touch! Against the Grain - on the sweeter side than expected with the plantain flavors but I liked it! Three Boxes - bourbon forward but equally sweet with the pandan and cacao/chocolate-y flavors CARBONATED Sakura Heights - another fav of mine! The umeboshi cream was thick enough that you were able to simultaneously sip on both the drink and the cream. The floral cherry blossom flavor came through as did the slight tang of the ume. La Tomatina - not a huge fan of tomato so this wasn't my favorite but I appreciated the salinity. The bar is tucked away upstairs from the Eleven Madison Park dining room. The space was cute and intimate. Loved the cave art type decorations, specific lighting, and velvet seats, although some of the small stools without the back look kinda uncomfortable. Staff were friendly and respectful. The food smelled delicious but we were too full to order any snacks. Appreciated how the kitchen closes late compared to other bars. Definitely want to come back to check out their food menu and other drinks!

Austin S.

Impeccable service. The drinks are superb, the space is gorgeous. But, good lord, the service is as good as it gets. Wilmer and sean were running the show for myself, and some others at the bar. It was night of lovely conversation, attention to detail, and some damn good drink. Wilmer took a genuine interest in sharing stories, chatting about booze, and our mutual love for a well crafted drink. The drinks were superb. Oyatsu club was one of the most well balanced roller coasters of flavor to ever graze my gullet. Subtle sesame, some sweet, and a bit of funky mezcal. All on a cold, velvety smooth finish. The space is moody, eclectic and open. Tall ceilings and walls adorned with loud, tasteful art to ensure conversation never runs dry, the same with your glass!

Vishnu G.

I loved the creativity in this plant based tasting menu. The studio counter is just nine seats in a hidden section upstairs above EMP, which makes for a cool experience as well as the staff explains the courses and gives you a peek behind the curtain at the preparation. Cocktail pairings are also a unique idea. Fresh and Pickled - a nice start to the meal, with fresh veggies and varied textures. The middle vegetable was super juicy, and the one on the right had a interesting layered texture. The second part was a bit different with a light and refreshing leche de tigre. The cocktail pairing was a Japanese take on a martini with apricot and yuzu pearls on the bottom. The top part pairs with the pickles, and the pearls go with the beets. I found this drink to be intense and heavily spirit forward, kind of overpowering the pickles. The pearls were texturally quite interesting and added some bitterness to match the fresh dish. Agedashi tofu - in a small hand roll. The tofu was warm and almost creamy, and the other veggies added a fragrant note. This was paired with a light and refreshing highball type cocktail with whiskey and cucumber soda. Nicely done. Poblano pepper - the skewer was grilled at the counter, with onions, mild habanada peppers, masa, and savory seitan. This was paired with a take on a margarita, with tequila, blackberry, and chartreuse. The fruit flavors played nicely against the toasty notes from the skewer. Soba - I picked the cold soba option with tomato, basil, and a gochugaru chili oil. This was also served with some togarashi and chili crisp on the side. I enjoyed the explosions of flavor from the tomatoes and the texture of the noodles. The cocktail pairing didn't quite make sense to me. All the elements share pieces with the dish - buckwheat miso, basil, etc, but the drink was way too sweet from the bourbon. It's a good idea, but missed in execution in my opinion. Sundae - honestly the most impressive course. The texture was identical to regular gelato, to where I had to double check that it wasn't made from milk. Really delicious apple crumble flavor. The ice cream and foam on top were made from lentil milk, which according to the chef, gives the best texture without distinct taste of the source ingredient. The cocktail pairing was light and sweet, coconut milk clarified, and topped with a bit of white chocolate. This was a great end to the meal. The bill came to $290. It was a cool experience, and the courses were very creative. But at these prices (and EMP's reputation) I'd have expected near perfect pairings, and a few of them missed for me. After dinner, I had one more drink at the bar next door. It was basically a martini with green curry notes. The drink was cool, but was $32 with tax and tip just by itself. Like the meal, it was creative, but at a high premium.

Cynthia B.

Beautiful & elegant bar, very intimate perfect for date night. Excellent service, exotic cocktails that were absolutely delicious & the mushroom burger is the best vegetarian burger I ever had!

Tyler T.

While everyone fights over trying to get into Attaboy or Death and Co, waiting in long lines, trying to get off some magical list and idling for hours, I think the drinks at Clemente Bar are just as good if not better in certain categories, and reservations are much easier to get and come back. The drinks are quite innovative, though rely a bit more on the non-alcoholic parts to carry the drink, which is to be expected from a bar part of the culinary empire of EMP. Still, the drinks here are delicious and it's hard to get a replicate experience at many bars in city, just given the quality of the non-alcoholic components. Ambiance is great, like being transported to a private room in a fancy art deco building. Service was excellent and attentive, but not distracting. The truffle tart is also quite delicious, when it's on the menu definitely recommend getting it. Tasty, nutty and not too heavy on the truffle flavor.

Jiwon K.

I was so excited for this experience. I love everything the EMP team does and I had very high expectations. To get to the bar, you walk into the same entrance as the EMP restaurant and then check in with the hostess to let them know you're there for Clemente Bar. They'll direct you upstairs and then it's in this cool little lounge on the 2nd floor. So cool and I love how they've created the space to be cosy and lounge-y but still very artistic. Reminds me of a Frank Lloyd Wright room tbh. The drinks were fab! I had the Parakeet to start and then my friend had the Koji Cafe, and I really liked my drink but loveddd my friend's so next round I ordered that. It's like an elevated espresso martini. For food, we had the agedashi dogg and the thrice fried potatoes -- potatoes stood out to me most bc of how incredible the texture was. So crispy and crunchy on the outside, but soft and fluffy on the inside. I consider myself a potato expert, and that was an exemplary potato. One criticism is the reservation time seemed so short -- we had an hour and 45 mins and we wanted more. But it was clear it was our time to go.

Danny K.

I was very excited to check out Clemente Bar on a short trip to NYC to watch Glengarry Glen Ross. Given its proximity and association with Eleven Madison Park, it seemed like it would be an incredible experience. When you walk inside, you are greeted by the same hostess of Eleven Madison Park. The fabled dining room of the 3 star Michelin restaurant is directly ahead of you. Clemente Bar is off to the right, up the stairs. As you pass through the darkened hallway, there is The Studio, an 8-seat food and cocktail pairing omakase experience on your left. The Lounge is at the end of the hall, where most people were seated. You can order food and cocktails there a la carte. It was at the Lounge where we had our reservation. Around 11:00pm, The Lounge was packed with well-dressed relatively young couples and groups in their 20s to 40s. The walls and decor are exceptional. Large paintings cover the burgundy walls. I started off with the La Tomatina, which was a fizzy tomato-tinged cocktail with a salty umami-dense powder brushed onto the rim of the glass. I enjoyed the light and fresh tomato flavors. I also ordered a truffle tofu dog, which was toasted and covered in nori and truffle. We were quite tired having flown into town on a cross-country redeye. So we were looking to get a second cocktail and get back to our hotel. Unfortunately it took about 20 minutes to get an order of the C.R.E.A.M., which the waitress told us required extra preparation due to it being put into the fridge for the cream to rise. Upon receiving it, I sipped it and it was not much more than a spiked horchata, if I'm being honest. Some freshly ground spices such as cinnamon might have elevated it more. With each drink being upwards of $24 and the EMP conceived dishes, they add up quickly. There is also a bit of stuffiness that I don't feel at other upscale bars. Probably because of it being upstairs from EMP. In any case, I probably would venture elsewhere next time I'm in NYC.