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    Decoy

    4.2 (459 reviews)
    PriceyChinese, Bars
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Duck Dinner
    Darya K.

    Always great food and a great time. The cocktails are superb. Staff is friendly and accommodating. The food is delicious. Our favorite duck in NYC

    Frank A.

    Glad that Decoy is finally back, although the duck is not as good as it used to be. The other food is good too. All and all a fun and, relatively, inexpensive experience. The vibe at the communal table is great.

    Nectar of Wukong.
    Emma G.

    ***4 1/2 stars*** After watching a generational stage talent hone her craft (cough cough Sarah Snook in The Portrait of Dorian Gray cough cough), a nip was in order, and I had zero interest in lingering anywhere near the Broadway/Times Square area. My top-tier chum who literally went to the school of hospitality and I initially Ubered over to nearby Orient Express (one of my faves), but it was too crowded so after walking past a few other packed establishments, we saw this - a subtle basement-level bar with a small handful of customers. My kind of jam. It also feels like being in a basement, in the best possible way. There's a lot of wood paneling that felt like the merging of my grandparents' finished basement from back in the day, but with a lot of modernist touches. And of course, oodles of art featuring ducks, the go-to decoy for waterfowl hunting. Very into it. It's dark so if you're looking for gorgeous lighting, I'd keep walking, but I think you sort of know not to expect that going in when it comes to basement bars. The cocktail situation here was excellent and very innovative. As with the bar food, there was a distinct Asian influence, which isn't something I encounter regularly so it was a pleasant change of pace (though my favorite wine, gewurztraminer, has those vibes by virtue of its lychee notes). We tried a few items on this menu, but the best was probably Golden Yuen, which my chum LOVED, and she's pretty picky especially when it comes to tequila-based beverages. It had a sweet yuzu foam on top, and the ginger paired really well with the tarter fruits in it - you had a long of strong flavors that were kept in check, which was impressive. Really strong item. I also opted for a Nectar of Wukong, which was as close as I could find to a bourbon-based drink (it was scotch). Decent with a solid presentation value; per the accompanying pic, it had a bubble on top that was reminiscent of the toadstools from Mario. Little too sweet for my palate though. The food rivaled the drinks, which is saying something. I wasn't insanely hungry but had bypassed dinner so the compromise there seemed to be some dumpling action - I'm always down for a dumpfest. The menus were a little confusing because it's basically a Venn diagram of this specific bar (Decoy) and its restaurant sibling upstairs, RedFarm. In fact, they inadvertently gave us the wrong menu initially, which to be fair was pretty much the same as the correct one, with a few slight alterations. We ordered multiple dumplings, including the Five Flavor Chicken (the bartender's recommend), the Pan Fried Lamb, the Shrimp/Snow Peas, and the Oxtail. We diverged considerably on our opinions here, but the Chicken probably WAS the best, though it was very peanut buttery - not something I'm always in the mood for. That's not to say I had a negative opinion of the other dumplings, but they were all pretty much on the same playing field for me, tasty and flavorful, but not quite to the level of the Chicken. Honestly, the only negative, and it's definitely a "your mileage may vary" situation, is that it's pretty pricey. The cocktails were all hovering in the $20 range, and the dumplings were close to $25, despite only having four each in an order. We ended up spending over $200 here, which is fine and something we're both willing to do on a city excursion like this, but it's arguably not worth the price given the portion sizes. I thought the price point for the cocktails was the more reasonable of the two, when you considered how high quality they were and that you're in the West Village - this stuff is just going to cost a few more dollars than it would in the suburbs. Really solid recommend overall. The service was excellent, and we both really appreciated that the staff let us linger and didn't try to push us out despite our being the only customers there for a significant stretch (I think they were still technically open the entire time, but the foot traffic was going into the nearby Alehouse - hard pass for me). And who doesn't like sipping on a cocktail whilst gazing at a duck portrait?

    Oxtail Dumplings (4)
    Michael C.

    First time to Decoy but have done to a Redfarm in the upper west side many times...The Peking duck was just amazing, perfectly cooked and the most lean and tastiest duck I have ever had and easily best in the US!

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    We ended up at Decoy's Bar late on a Friday night after not being able to get a table at Dante, and it turned out to be a great find. The space was quiet with a charming vibe, and it felt like the perfect place to unwind. Service was excellent and attentive without hovering. What I loved most is that we could actually catch up with friends without shouting over blaring music, which is rare in the city. Definitely a solid late-night spot if you want good drinks and conversation.

    Hannah H.

    IF I HAD TO CHOOSE A LAST MEAL, this would be it. Decoy sits beneath RedFarm and is a hidden gem. You have to make reservations but trust me it's worth a stop when you're in NYC. It's a cozy small restaurant with a long bar and communal table in the center. When you make reservations you'll want to tell them you want the Peking duck so they can do the prep work in advance. Once you arrive you'll get to choose a few appetizers. I got the shrimp and corn dumplings which I may have inhaled in two bites and the foie gras which sat in phyllo dough and had a delicious strawberry purée on top. They also give you fried fish skins which are super salty and briney and delicious! When the duck comes out, it's a true treat! It's an entire Peking duck, three sauces, homemade scallion pancakes, and various toppings. When I tell you the amount of flavor in everything is ONE OF A KIND. Everytime I'm in NYC, I come and have this meal and it will always be my choice if I had to choose a last meal!

    Peking duck
    Stephan M.

    Not only is this a NYC staple in my mind but it's also one of the best restaurants I've ever eaten at! I could list a million reasons to eat here but at the end of the day the only reason you need is the Peking Duck!! When you make reservations here you will want to reserve a Peking Duck for you're table(or 2 if you're me) because it's absolutely amazing! It is served in the traditional way sliced very thing with the crispy skin piled on top! Whether you're visiting NYC or are a local, this is a must!

    Peking Duck
    Jacob K.

    Decoy is a standout if you're after top notch Peking duck. Their old menu no longer exists and they've combined menus with their sister restaurant right above it, RedFarm. So now you can still get the Peking duck but the menu options around the duck are now from the red farm menu. The Peking duck, which you generally have to reserve in advance, was excellent as always. One of the best you'll find in NYC. We got an order of dumplings to start which were very good as well as a fried rice which was also great. Everything is always good here but come for the duck.

    Kerri O.

    Finally made a trip to Decoy and I love this restaurant sooo much!! I came with my friends and we did the $80 per person peking duck pre fixe menu. For $80 per person we got a whole duck, three appetizers, whole seabass, fried rice and some house made pickles etc. im very picky with my peking duck and I prefer thin pancakes over buns so im super happy that they serve the duck with thin pancakes. The skin was perfectly crunchy with the right amount of meat on it. The seabass was boneless which was a huge plus!! They also serve us this duck broth which was just a flavor explosion in my mouth! I hope to go back there again soon as I cannot stop thinking about the food!!

    Fish skin
    Elsa C.

    Heard they have awesome Peking duck! Make sure you book in advance. They only offer certain amount of pecking duck each day. It was $79.95 per person. For the group of 1-5 will share 1 duck. And depend on how many person, you will get different amount of plates 2 of us got to choose 2 small plate, and 1 from rice or sides. Plus a whole duck. First they serve complimentary fried fish skin with pickles. That was delicious. 1. Foie gras strawberry tart: this plate was cute! foie gras was amazing, but I felt strawberry was bit too much, and strong. 2 oxtail dumpling: I wasn't expect the taste was so different than I thought . It was not like traditional dumpling at all. More like beef stew inside. I really like it! 3. Peking duck: AMAZING!! Crispy skin, not fat, not oily at all. And the meat was juicy and tender. Everything combine so well with the pancake. 4. Crab scallops fried rice: simple but wonderful. Whole meal was pricey, but totally worth it. Portion was big, and service with high quality of food!

    Fruit after dinner
    Frank T.

    This restaurant knows what it does well, and sticks to it. A very special place for a discovery. We were a party of six, which wasn't easy to accommodate. Rezies were made weeks in advance. There is only one long communal table with some tuck away nooks by the bar. It's in the West Village so the location helped set the decor expectations. It's cramped, busy, but oh so worth it. For virgins, like me, it's helpful to understand the menu. You get 4/3/2/1/1. Four starters, three mains, two ducks, one veg and one rice. All at price fix of $80pp. Service was "ok" on availability but super knowledgeable. We had two people with food allergies which they handled perfectly. On to what I remember we ordered on Tuesday... started with the Kobe and kimchi, moon-something shrimp, incredible dumpling with a great presentation, shoshito peppers stuffed with shrimp. For our mains we did the sea bass, bone-in strip, and angry lobster (requires supplements). I was angry that the lobster had too much truffle oil in the garnish. Everything was great in the mains department. But we are all here for the duck. The duck, duck.... goose? Super crunchy skin, succulent meat, and the hoisin, wraps (both lettuce and rice) were incredible.

    Peking Duck
    Scott L.

    Came here after hearing good things about their Peking duck. If you want to try their Peking duck, you need to call ahead and ask to reserve one with your reservation. I got to try the Peking duck and the also the chicken and mushroom dumplings to start. The dumplings were really good; a lot of umami from the chicken and mushroom filling. The Peking duck was also very good. The skin and crispy and the ratio of fat and lean meat was on point. The Peking duck comes with 10 thin wrappers and 3 different sauces to use. It also comes with shots of duck consomme which was interesting and unique. Overall a pretty pleasant experience. I would recommend coming to Decoy with a party of 3-4 and trying their Peking duck along with some of the other appetizers. The seating is a little awkward; there is one giant table in the middle to seat most of the guests so it can be difficult to arrange for parties of certain sizes. The duck is really good though.

    Peking Duck
    Cheng C.

    I'm giving a mediocre score for the taste. The service was actually great. Everything is way too salty, therefore masking any taste of the food. Food were also served in strange orders, for example Peking duck soup is always served after the duck, it's supposed to be light and fresh, with tofu and cabbage in it, should be a white broth. So it's like a break from the greasy and savory duck wraps. It helps adjust the tasting paces, which is important for any nice dinner. But here it's a shot of over salty soup before the duck, shadows the taste of duck, just adds more burden to the tasting experience. I'm not against creativity with food but it should either taste better or be healthier, unfortunately all the adaptations are against these two simple criteria. Fancier? Maybe, I have reservations for that as well.

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    Is it possible to order the Peking duck as a single diner eating alone? Would they accept a reservation for one person?

    if you're paying i don't see why not

    Can I order a half Peking Duck?

    No you cannot, but it makes for delicious leftovers!

    Is there outdoor dining available?

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    Hi, does the restaurant do take outs if I want to take out the duck? Thanks!

    Call them

    I am going to NY for a work trip and would really like to try this place. Would this restaurant allow single-person dining? Would I still be able to order the duck? Also, are walk-ins available or do I need to make a reservation?

    It's a toss up. You might get a table. Plan for 2nd choice.

    So is there a set price for getting one duck or is it based on the number of people eating? For example, if two people were eating one duck would it be $79.95 or $159.9?

    Jasmine, the set price is $79 per person. Each person will get approximately half a duck. If it is two people, the total is $159 for one whole duck. You will select two appetizers AND either fried rice or side.

    So , i'm going to bring my family there , and it will be 6 peoples , we need to order the $75 per person or we can order just like 2 duck for the table and then share... because my family don't eat too much, thank u?

    If you want Duck you have to do the set menu.

    For 2 people dining at a 5pm reservation, is it likely that the whole dining experience can be done in 2 hours? Will be catching a show and would like to get to the theatre by 7:30pm.

    We had a similar schedule when we visited back in July. It's doable, but I really recommend you be able to take your time at dinner. Especially if you're having the Peking Duck. You'll want to take your time with that.

    Does the amount of food you get depend on the number of people in your group? For example will a party of 2 receive the same amount of wrappers and same size duck as a party of 5?…

    The amount of food is based on your party size. My party got 2 ducks and a few mains whereas a party of 4 would likely have one duck

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    Came here for a slightly early dinner after a Broadway show with a party of 4 on a Sunday evening…read more We had a reservation, but it didn't seem like we would have needed one, but I suppose better safe than sorry. The ambiance feels straight of the golden age, which is an aesthetic I'm certainly a sucker for. Even their robust cocktail menu fits the bill and is one of the prettiest menus I've ever had the joy of perusing. Staff was able to sit us a little bit ahead of our reservation which was also much appreciated. Wait staff was also very helpful and attentive, I don't think I've ever had my water glass so topped off! Starting off with cocktails, this place is a gin bar through and through and you'd be making a mistake if you didn't try one of their many options. I went with the 10,000 words, which you simply just give a spirit of your choice (I picked gin of course) and whether you antes) wanted your drink shaken or stirred and the bartender does the rest, so a bit of a surprise! I wound up with their version of The Last Word which was delightfully citrusy but I was hoping I'd wind up with something a little more adventurous app things considered. My girlfriend got the blackberry G&T, which was not only very pleasing to look at but delicious to boot. For food, we started with splitting some zucchini blossoms and beef cheek bao buns (both come in portions of 3). Both were tasty, but I love a good bao bun and these were so light and pillowy, I could have just went for an order of those for my main course. For the entree I went for the roasted half chicken, perhaps the most unassuming choice on the menu but this was maybe the best roast chicken I've ever had. Prepared perfectly, cooked to perfection, excellent portion size, and the kicker of it all was the stunning gravy that I was tempted to lick my plate for. Chicken is very easy to screw up, and they nailed it on all fronts here. My girlfriend went for the Valerie Signature burger with white cheddar and this thing did not mess around! A very rich patty, cooked to her temperature of choice served alongside some garlic truffle fries that made an American classic feel just a little more elevated. Our experience was delightful and I'd love to comeback here again, especially to check out more of the cocktail menu and soak in more of that golden age aura the place gives.

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    $$

    Have I found a new favorite bar?! I've heard nothing but good things about this place, and it still…read moreexceeded my expectations. The vibe is super chill, fun, and welcoming. The concept is simple: tell the bartenders what type of liquor and flavors you enjoy, and they create a custom cocktail just for you. I think it helps to go in with a few ideas, but if you give them some creative freedom, they can really surprise you. I honestly cannot remember all the ingredients in my drinks, but I do remember loving every sip. Such a unique spot and a fun experience. Definitely small inside so you may have to wait awhile. I only wish I lived closer!

    Attaboy has my heart and soul, especially after crafting, curating and creating my dream drink that…read morewill live forever in the memory of my taste buds unable to be erased from my brain's footprints. Our friends raved about this place and we of course were excited (and a bit skeptical at first) to try it. The concept: no menu + no lights + a few questions = the ultimate cocktail experience. The speakeasy vibe and the dark ambiance really makes this place feel even more exclusive. With just a few tables and the bar setting, you're in for an experience you won't forget (unless you answer the wrong questions and really end up with a drink you don't like HA). This wasn't my case. Of course I described my two favorite things: Negroni + mezcal. The obvious answer would be a mezcal Negroni, but that's not why one comes to a place like Attaboy. Our amazing curator came by to ask us all a few questions, write down a few words in the napkins, and mix up the perfect drink that our master bartender crafts, curates and creates. My drink came as I couldn't possibly imagine. It looked like a Negroni smelled like Oaxaca, with all the smoke simmering up and preparing my sensory experience, leading to the best first sip. Ladies and gentleman, I introduce you to The Devil's Backbone. A perfectly balanced drink I'll never forget, one that is sipped slowly and enjoyed thoroughly. It's sexy, it's smoky it's sipped. Attaboy gave the best mixology experience and we can't wait to be back. Pro tip: be sure to be as vocal as possible, even with ice, so you don't end up with a tiki drink if that's not your vibe.

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    Small space but good vibes
    Small space but good vibes
    Paper plane
    Paper plane
    Interior bar seat

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    Interior bar seat
    The Press Room

    The Press Room

    4.7
    (15 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    I usually go to Alamo Drafthouse in Brooklyn to watch movies but I got an invitation to a Soirée…read morehere for the movie, Wicked. I didn't know what to expect but I loved the Broadway show and I'm always down for immersive events. So I arrived at the Press Room and saw that there was a bar with a couple of tables surrounding it. It seems to be where the kitchen is for all the wonderful food that Alamo provides during the in-dining movie experience. I had to approach the bartender to find out where exactly this party was and he instructed me to look beyond the large curtain to the side just as if I were searching for the Wizard of Oz. As I tugged myself behind the curtain, I walked into a decent-sized room and with balloons and the words, "Welcome to Emerald City" in the front of the room with a DJ playing today's hits and of course, songs from the Wizard Broadway show. At first, I thought this was going to be a dance party but soon realized that it was going to be a craft party instead. There was a station for making your own broom, one to make a friendship bracelet, and another one for letter writing along with sealed wax to use on the envelope with different stamps. I sipped away an Old-Fashioned in my souvenir Wicked cup while singing along to the Wicked soundtrack and making a friendship bracelet for my daughter. This experience was relaxing and joyful so now I know my type of party consists of a craft night. Close to the end of the night, I participated in a Wicked costume contest. I lost but nevertheless, I had a good time. Ended the night with an order of burger before heading home to show off my creations. I can't wait to check out their other events and come here again!

    It's an enjoyable bar. It's slightly hidden away inside of an office building two flights down via…read morethe escalator next to the Alamo Drafthouse. Nice selection of alcohol, friendly bartenders and attentive service. Since it was tucked away it wasn't as crowded and I was able to spend an hour catching up with my friend and it wasn't overly crowded or loud.

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    Menu 8/17/23
    Menu 8/17/23
    Menu 8/17/23
    Menu 8/17/23
    The Press Room

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    Apotheke

    Apotheke

    3.8
    (1.6k reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$$

    Apotheke was one of my first experiences with a hidden speakeasy a number of years ago, and it…read morestill remains the OG in my vast encyclopedia of experiences. :) Strolling down Chinatown's busy and gritty Doyers Street, looking for any sign of Apotheke is a fond memory, then finally figuring out where it was, and entering through the mysterious and otherworldly threshold resulted a transformative experience that made me feel like I time traveled. Mood lighting, comfortable seating, great drinks in a cozy and Victorian-inspired space are the perfect blend of unique and. I always felt like I was part of something special the few times enjoyed creative, delicious, and strong libations from the pros at the bar. While it has always been pricey, I do feel like the excellent service ambiance, and drink quality warrant this, but may prevent more folks from becoming regulars so to speak. I love the clever and compact bathroom design, too. IYKYK Long live Apotheke!

    Fifteen years later and Apotheke is still one of my favorites!…read more You will walk past this hidden speakeasy several times before finding it. I could tell you to look for the blue beaker sign that says "Chemist" but the better tell is the random guy sitting on a stool outside. He'll be the only person on the street, so no worries about missing him! The menu has changed over the years, but the quality has not. The bartenders are social and personable. And the prices are in line for the area. My bestie and I loved the vibe. One of the best speakeasies she's had the pleasure of experiencing. Don't miss out on this place!

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    The bar
    The bar
    Live Band
    Live Band
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    Beautiful bar

    Decoy - chinese - Updated June 2026

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