A secret door, an underground 80s-themed speakeasy, and a brunch where you can actually sing…read morealong?! This spot is definitely not your typical brunch experience. Behind the secret entrance is a hidden dining room with live music, sing-along moments, cocktails, and brunch favorites. And the best part? $30 bottomless cocktails with an entrée! Saturdays & Sundays | 1-5 PM Sing-along brunch | 1:30-3:30 PM Would you know the passcode? Follow me @foodie.elite on IG, Tiktok, and RedNote for more great finds!

If you love great cocktails, this hidden speakeasy is an absolute must-visit! From entering with a…read moresecret passcode to the very last sip, the entire experience is incredible. It has easily earned a spot as one of my favorite bars of all time. The underground space flawlessly captures a raw, seedy, 1980s rock 'n' roll vibe, with eclectic decor that extends beautifully to the themed menus and custom glassware. Sitting at the bar was a highlight--the bartenders were fantastic, clearly proud of their craft, and they even humorously indulged my game of trying to guess the ingredients of each drink they mixed. The cocktail lineup is phenomenal. A few absolute highlights: the Purple Rain with its purple ice and peppercorn, the flambéed Dirty Dancing, a brilliant espresso martini riff called Flick The Bean, and Pure Temptation--which has glassware you just have to see for yourself. Don't miss this place if you're in NYC!

"There's a bar in the subway and it's amazing!…read more When we were trying to find a cool spot to go after our Broadway play, I looked towards the Infatuation app and we were close to this Bar. When we put the directions in, we could not find this location, which is funny because I looked and it said it was in the subway, literally. Such a fun spot, excellent cocktails and extremely nice bartenders! A great spot to go after a show. You can order pizza nearby and bring it into the bar if you get hungry! Cheers.

It's quite amazing how New York City has these cool spots like this located in a subway station. We…read moregrabbed pizza next-door and then hopped on over to nothing really matters and they accommodated us right away even though we were a seven person party. Both waitresses were super accommodating and making sure that our glasses were always full and we really really loved the espresso martinis with their beautiful design. Also shout out to the DJ. They were playing the best throwback songs.

Dear Irving on Hudson is giving full Sex and the City vibes and I am here for it. Located on the…read more40th floor the views alone are worth the visit but everything about this place just works together beautifully. Sexy, intimate and the perfect date night spot in the city. The menu is tapas style which I loved because it gave us the chance to try a little bit of everything. The truffle fries were incredible, the goat cheese croquettes were great and the mini sliders were absolutely bomb. Yes the tables are small but they make it work and honestly it adds to the intimate charm of the space. If you are looking for a rooftop experience in New York that feels elevated, romantic and unforgettable, Dear Irving delivers. Cannot wait to go back.

Beautiful rooftop bar on the west side. It's dark and cozy inside; invites intimate conversation…read more The cocktail selection is great, a wide range of tart and tangy to sweet and smooth. The service at Dear Irving is top notch, they are reliable and quick. They understand the difference between providing privacy and providing assistance. Great date night spot.

I had researched speakeasies in Midtown West of Manhattan before we traveled there to celebrate our…read morefifth wedding anniversary. From our initial trip last year, I had marked a place called Bar 369 Miroku located in Hell's Kitchen. Being that we didn't make our way to the spot on our trip last year, and were staying in Hell's Kitchen this time around, I wanted us to check out. The only challenge was actually finding it. If you're seeking out this gorgeous speakeasy. You aren't going to find it through some darkened alleyway or non-marked door of a building outside. No. You need to check the website and read between the lines of it being located within a sushi bar on West 46th Street. I could tell you the name, but what fun would that be? Figure that part out. But once you figure out how to access, the staff at said-sushi bar will direct you to the back of the restaurant to wheee you will see a sign for the bar and a stairwell to take you up to the second floor. Once you reach and look around, it looks at first you have reached a dead end between the emergency exit you see and a door that looks locked. There is a black curtain in the darkened hallway you need to notice and peer through. And alas, you will discover the bar that is Bar 369 Miroku. Once you have been checked for ID, and your party number, you are escorted into the small, darkly-lit enclave with plush decor, a bit of a Rolling Stones theme with its large poster hung in the back and artwork perched next to the bar shelving. It's an intimate and relaxed energy that makes it perfect to enjoy one of the Japanese-inspired cocktails on an evening after dinner. The hideaway offers a creative mix of craft cocktail options such as the Ichitaki Spritz (a variation of the Aperol spritz with sake in it), which was quite delightful that I enjoyed immensely within the dark lounge surroundings. If we were here more often, I would have taken advantage of their Japanese whisky selection that looked on point. There is a delectable charm to their curation and craftsmanship of their cocktails, combined with the luscious ambience that makes for a great hangout spot to get away and relax for the night. Bar 369 Miroku hits the mark regarding the speakeasy experience you would think to have when describing one, outside of not needing a password. The bar combines dark, stylish elegance with modern Japanese mixology magic to create an environment nestled deep away from the busy Manhattan streets outside.

Awesome upstairs speakeasy behind an Asian restaurant…read more Went after dinner for a few cocktails. Was a last minute thing so did not have an RSVP, but luckily there was an open table. Ordered a few various drinks - all very good and balanced. A pretty intimate vibe also, which is appreciated. Would come back!

Disregard any reviews under 5 stars. This was the best dining experience of my life. Service was…read moreimpeccable, in particular Ramon our busser and Pablo our server. The manager Brendan Connaire came over to our table and made us feel like royalty. The decor is truly stunning and the same goes for their sister properties Lolita and Madame George. Not to mention the food, which was to die for. Cannot recommend the braised short rib enough. This is a must try.

Go for the live band! Wowed by the prosciutto eggs benedict…read moreand the ricotta toast Ambiance was art deco, grand, hotel lobby, brunch Menu - we got the steak and eggs, prosciutto eggs benedict, ricotta toast, conplimentary biscuits

This warm, classy place is fabulous -- a plush Jazz bar with great sound, good food and top name…read moremusicians. I could go every week to see the Mingus Big Band on Mondays and the Arturo O'Farrell Afro-Latin Big Band on Tuesdays!!! Just perfect.

SUCH a cute little bar! Came out to "investigate" yesterday around "Happy Hour" time (note: there…read morewas no actual happy hour here) around 5-6pm on a Friday. It IS a small bar, but there were only about 4-5 folks here already, engrossed in a conversation at the bar that anyone could join. I quietly took a seat at one of the 3 tables on the plush high-top bench and the lone, friendly bartendress was immediately attentive (I was greeted the moment I stepped through the door!). Now, there's no ACTUAL liquor here, ONLY the beer and wine on the small menu, so don't try asking her to whip you up something not on the menu. Luckily for me, there was a fruity sangria special, so I opted for that, served with a decorative shark adornment and a metal straw, and was immediately given a little bucket of popcorn to accompany it. Now, this is part of the reason why I wanted to check this place out. Fresh popcorn is my weakness. Bars that give free snacks with drinks are top tier in my book. You could probably lure me into the back of a white van with a signature red and white filled popcorn bucket. So I sat, and I sipped, and I munched, and I listened to the conversation from the others, and the bartendress, god bless her, would check on my bucket and refill it any time it got low. Now I'm really a mixed drink girly, but the vibes were SO cool here that I would most definitely come back. :D Also note, there's cool little padded seating by the window that I noticed that would be great for people-watching outside.

This is the perfect place for post show drinks. It's cozy (but beware it can get crowded), with an…read moreexcellent classic cocktail selection, many of which are rum based. I went on a Friday and they had live jazz playing. Bartenders were great with making sure I got a drink order in despite how crowded it became. Will return the next time I see a show on Broadway.

We came for drinks and music. Place is pretty dark. Bartender was cordial but not very friendly…read more Didn't love that they charged 20% service charge automatically

Pretty cool place. Met a group of friends here for drinks and posted up all the way in the back…read morecorner, which turned out to be the right move, quiet enough to actually chit chat without shouting. It's a proper locals' bar tucked onto Restaurant Row, co-owned by two Hell's Kitchen guys who met years ago at the old Joshua Tree bar down the block before opening this place together. They stripped the space back to bare brick and built out an industrial, eclectic room, complete with a staircase that famously goes nowhere, so don't waste your night looking for wherever it's supposed to lead. Service was fast and friendly, and the drink selection was genuinely good, real house cocktails, not just the standard bar-menu suspects. Only knock is it's very dim inside, fits the vibe but makes it tough if you're trying to actually read a menu. Overall had a great time. Good starting point for a night out, or just as easily a solid place to land and close one out, either direction works.

Stopped in and ordered two Endless Summer drinks and wow, so good! Light, refreshing, and perfect…read moreif you're looking for something easy to sip on. Our server did great with the rec. Great vibe overall and a fun spot to grab a drink while exploring Hell's Kitchen.

Stopped by before seeing a play to get a quick bite and test out their happy hour. The place is…read morelowkey and cute, tiki inspired decor of course and lots of pretty lights. Lots of seating available besides the bar, looks like it is good for groups. Sat at the bar and service was attentive and friendly. The hurricane was my favorite out of the 2 drinks I had. The wings were delicious, definitely get those and the cigars were good too nice and crispy and loved the smoky sauce that came with it.

Just a few blocks from the Theater District and with a 5-8p Happy Hour, Friki Tiki makes sense for…read moreBroadway pregaming with or without your friends there. The $10 frozen paloma was fruity and icy, while the $10 zombie was tropical and tasty. A great soundtrack was piped through all evening, and the bar staff is friendly with each other and having a great time. At 5:30p on a Friday there were already 3 groups in there.

Stopped by Dutch Fred after seeing a show in the area. We asked for a table outside and we were…read moreable to sit and enjoy the New York scenery. We decided on the Wagyu sliders, Honey Sriracha Wings and Parmesan Truffle Fries. So glad we did bc all of our choices were fantastic. The sliders were served on a pretzel bun and the Wagyu melted in your mouth. The wings were perfectly cooked. They were smokey with the perfect amount of heat. The fries were just okay. They could have been cooked better or served "fresh." Overall we enjoyed our time at Dutch Fred's and would return after another show.

There's a new happy meal deal here and for a starting price of $27, you get a martini, choice of…read moresalad or sliders, and fries! It's a great meal portion for a quick pick-me-up in the Theater District. For one Freddie's Happy Meal combo, I got the, Kale Caesar Salad, Truffle Fries, and Pornstar Martini. You can upgrade your fries and martini for $2 more each. In the other Freddie's Happy Meal, I went with the Sliders, Sweet Potato Fries, and House Vodka Martini! I liked the salad a lot. It had a really good amount of dressing. I also tried their Dry Rub Wings and yummy Brisket Croquettes which reminded me of hush puppies. The wings were overcooked and tough unfortunately. To end the meal, I got their refreshing Hibis-Kiss and Pom Pom Fresca mocktails.