Hadn't been here in over 15 years, since the area has changed so much I didn't even know it was still around. Needless to say it's a little gem in the middle of LIC. The bar itself is very nice and accommodating, good ambience, extremely friendly bartenders and hostess as well as the Mexican barback who was so nice. The drink itself was delicious and strong. Def a nice place to bring a date. read more

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I didn't get the full experience here. We walked in before 10pm on a Friday. The place was so packed. There was live music upstairs, sounded fun. I ended up just using the bathroom while I waited. Then we just gave up and left. I feel like this bar could be great if I stayed to be seated. Would I come back? Yes. Their cocktails looked amazing. read more

I wrote what I thought was a fair review on google and I got a long response from the business attacking me and calling me names like sloppy cuz I pointed out they don't have utensils for their very limited menu It's pricey and pretentious The vibes are off From the min you walk in they try to control where you stand before you even enter the bar never mind they won't even let you sit at a table The bartender forgot my n/a drink and put all her attention on this man next to me They ran out of veg hot dogs. Only other veg option is grilled cheese My issues was how rude they are and then when they see reviews about how poor your experience is they make a point to antagonize you and call you names. Bizarre. They don't know how to do business. I would never return read more

Dutch Kills is one of my fav speakeasy, cocktail bars in the city. Their cocktails have been consistently delicious since 2016. I love how dimly lit the bar is, it's cozy and intimate and is definitely a great spot for date night. I've enjoyed all of the food collabs they've done throughout the years. Dutch Kills is always on the top of my list when I am in the mood for great cocktails and top notch bites. read more

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We came on a saturday night and were able to get a table for 4 without resys. They have nice cocktail menu but my fave was let the bartender decide. They asked me a few questions and they made me a cocktail that was perfect for what I was craving that night. read more

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A cool little hidden spot with speakeasy vibes. When you walk in there are old wooden booths mounted to the walls. If you walk all the way to the back you will be greeted by a long bar with some stool seating. Recently I stopped in with some coworkers for happy hour drinks before dinner at Red Sorghum. Will definitely be back! read more

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It's a little too dark for a quick Saturday night snack but it works. Bathrooms are lit well with public school knobs and there is a desi snack supply with affordable $5 chat patti snack mix. I had their non alcoholic hot coco and it was this tasty not sweet mix of some kind of cinnamon minty chocolate syrup, very soothing and made in house. My other friends also enjoyed their drinks! read more

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A cute speakeasy with amazing drinks! Love the moody vibe and vintage decor. They also offer small bites. We ordered the Hazy Memory and Second Fiddle. Both delicious! read more

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My friend and I came here right when they opened on a weeknight. They have a few tables outside, which is nice, but we decided to sit inside. When you first walk in, it's very dimly lit with plush booths on either side and then the space opens up to the bar which lets in a lot more light. We decided to sit at the bar and we were delighted that they had a jukebox machine. The bartender was super friendly and walked us through the menu, as it was our first time here. We ordered the quick fix and the ladybug and both were wonderful. I'd definitely come back here again! read more

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Great service, cozy environment, interesting cocktails, what more can one want? Also best of all, opened till late in the area so def a great idea to stop by. read more

Dutch Kills - Drinks - Lounges Near Me - Long Island City, New York

Great vibes and amazing drinks! Dutch Kills is one of my go-to cocktail bars in the neighborhood. The space has two floors and is much bigger than it looks from the outside. Also super easy to walk in and get a table without a wait, even on weekend nights. read more

Dutch Kills - Drinks - Lounges Near Me - Long Island City, New York

Where else to end the evening with a night cap then at Dutch Kills. Parking is atrocious no matter what you do here so you're best off just walking from wherever you are. Even if it's from Flushing (half kidding). Dutch Kills is one of those places where you feel like everyone knows your name. But you can't just get a beer here. The cocktails are where it's at. And with an ever revolving menu of fun and unique cocktails, you're sure to find something you like. I was boring on my most recent visit and asked for my usual old fashioned. It was exactly what I needed to end the evening and made to perfection. Going to keep a look out at their calendar as their music lineup looks dope. They have live bands and DJs featured throughout the month. This is such an awesome spot for LIC to have. You just gotta look for that door, go through and you'll see what I'm taking about. read more

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I came here with a friend on a Wednesday night for drinks. We arrived around 8pm and waited about 5 minutes for a table to open up. I had the bartender's choice and asked for a non-alcoholic drink, and received a delicious drink made of pineapple juice and ginger. It was a wonderful balance of spicy and sweet. The ambiance was very cool; there are quite a few wooden booths lining the walls when you first enter. It made me feel a bit like I was in a saloon! read more

I visited Dutch Kills for some evening cocktails during my trip to NY and had a great experience! The low light atmosphere this place gives off great vibes with a full bar to make pretty much any cocktail you could ask for. Dutch Kills makes a mean Old Fashioned that went down so easy. If I ever find myself back in this part of the city for travel, I'd definitely be back! read more

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I'd passed this place a million times thinking it was a dive bar, but it's actually adorable inside- dimly lit and vintage- and the cocktails are excellent. I highly recommend the summit and the bear trap. I also enjoyed the pochteca (which was like a spirited hot chocolate). read more

Came here to meet someone. Space was cozy, the service was fantastic and the drinks were excellent. Shoutouts to Andrew for being a great host as well! read more

Came out to support a friends band and had a blast! This place puts out some serious mixed drinks that are made perfectly. Dutch kills is a great place. It's furnished nicely, dimly lit, styled appropriately, and not too loud. The staff here are truly artisans in drink making. A perfect date not spot. Try them out! read more

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Overall, I had a pleasant experience, though it started a bit rough. It was my first time there and the ground floor bar was full. The bartender said there was room upstairs, so I asked the host/server where the stairs were. He responded pretty rudely, barely looking at me and saying, "you see that sign that says upstairs? Yeah there." For context, it was dark and I don't see well in a low light environment. It honestly almost made me leave. Thankfully, I decided to give it a chance. I went upstairs with my girlfriend. The bartender up there completely turned the experience around. She was very friendly, made us some delicious cocktails, and even checked in to make sure we were enjoying them. So while the service downstairs wasn't great, the bartender upstairs made the visit worthwhile. read more

If you're looking for a great cocktail in LIC, you'll want to check out Dutch Kills. The atmosphere is moody and dark with just the right tone. I had two cocktails, both of which were excellent. Exactly what you'd hope for from a serious cocktail bar. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area and craving something well made. read more

Noel thank u 4 a great time & customer service. U r amazing. The food was good according to my man. I didn't eat. Im fuck up writing this review, the vibe is cool & dope. Yah gain a customer read more

Came here on a Saturday evening. Cocktails are very good. My favorite was the Mai Tai (not in the menu). Pretty chill and laid back atmosphere. The service could have been better, but I think there was only one waitress for the entirety of the upstairs. read more

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Came here after dinner for a nightcap with 2 of my friends and were seated quickly at a booth on a Tuesday. Service was quick for the drink orders and continued to check in including refilling water. Drinks were also superb. Love that the drinks vary based on the season as there were quite a few hot drinks this winter. read more

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Back in the day this was one of the first places in the neighborhood to gentrify and get a drink after working evenings for arts non profits. Laid back atmosphere and a sceney mix of people make this place interesting and lively. read more

I freaking love this place so much. The drinks are always on point. The atmosphere is so dimly lit and intimate. I absolutely love this place,... such a vibe. read more

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RATING: 7.6/10 PRO TIP: Go upstairs for a chiller, quieter vibe. Stay downstairs where the music is for a more lively vibe. For the liveliest vibe, keep walking and sit by the bar where most people seemed to crowd around. Unassuming outside, lots of space inside. Great place to get a drink without much fuss or a wait. There's a lot to choose from given their menu with organized details of their drinks, which is cutely assembled in the form of a booklet reminiscent of a comic book. It's dimly lit and a nice intimate vibe but also lively especially by the bar. The drinks are better than you might think, and are quite interesting too. Lots of options so you'll find something you enjoy. Def a good place to add to your list for a casual drink near LIC. FINAL CATEGORY: GREAT (terrible / bad / ok / good / GREAT / excellent) read more

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From the outside it appears like a hole in the wall dive bar BUT it's completely the opposite. Beautiful interior and upbeat music with quite an assortment or fine wine, liquors and cocktails makes this a unique bar gem in LIC. read more

Came in late night for a nightcap. It was a week night and thriving. I ordered a whiskey and the ice and presentation were amazing. The drink itself was a perfect blend of sweet and bitter. The service was not fast but for a busy night, I thought it was super. Staff was friendly. I didn't get to visit long at the place, but would love to visit in the future and it had great dark decor and vibes. read more

The drinks are always on point. The staff is nice. The ambiance is perfect for covert conversations up front, paling around in a smallish group in the back. The best cocktail bar in LIC, one of the best in the city (and this lady loves a good cocktail). read more

Haven't been here in ages and it still rocks. Speakeasy type bar with a very unique and interesting menu. I would describe it as a bartender's bar. Don't be afraid to ask for recs on what to drink based on your taste preferences. Most cocktails are $17. Happy imbibing! read more

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Owners are rude and the cocktails are not worth the $20 they charge for it. Go somewhere better (like Dead Rabbit) if you want a good cocktail or somewhere with nicer owners (like The Huntress) if you want something in LIC read more

I've been to Dutch Kills a number of times and recently went to Debbie's, the music venue upstairs. Service here is good. The drinks are made with extreme care, so they take quite a while. There is no real food here, and they don't seem to allow BYOF anymore, so eat before you come. The drinks both upstairs and downstairs are great. I recently had the Basquiat, which was a well-balanced citrus drink, and a dirty gin martini, which was made excellently. Dutch Kills makes excellent drinks and is a staple of the neighborhood - highly recommend. read more

Friend took us out to this speakeasy bar near his apartment and i gotta say, it's the exact vibe i was looking for on a Friday night! Bartender was helpful and crafted every cocktail we ordered with perfection. Would definitely come back here again to try their other drinks if i'm in the area :) read more

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Dutch Kills is a go to cocktail bar for me. They have a great Moscow mule and I tried the Army Navy which was also good. They have HH from 5-7pm. Cute cozy booths good for a date. Upstairs is Debbie's that is the same menu but a little different vibe and live music. The service is quick and friendly. read more

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Gives off a speakeasy vibe without actually being one. The old fashioned is classic, strong & top notch.

One of the best cocktail bars in NYC! After all these years, Dutch Kills never disappoints. Their happy hour is still one of my favorites - $14 house cocktails, none of which are slouches. From a drink standpoint, I can always count on its creativity, precision, variety, and deliciousness. Some of the best quality ice you'll see at a bar too! There are private booths closest to the entrance, and then a beautiful bar in the back with a good number of seats along the counter. There's some nice natural light during daylight hours in the bar area, although the front stays pretty dimly lit and intimate. This has to be one of my all time faves, and deserves to be on every New Yorker's cocktail bar hit list. read more

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Can get quite busy as it's the only speakeasy in LIC with solid cocktails and vibes. They have happy hour specials if you go early right when they open. Seasonal drinks on the menu. Very dark so takes some adjusting to the eyes. read more

Dutch Kills has been bringing me to LIC before there was anything else to do in the area. Nowadays, LIC Is is a microcosm of activity including bars, museums, and great food! Even with all these new additions, Dutch kills still is one of my main haunts in the area. The outside is very understated, resembling a speakeasy of sorts. Inside is just dark enough to be casual and chic, but at the same time, intimate. There are booths as well as an actual bar area towards the back, which turned out to be absolutely perfect. As the night went on, and the drinks kept pouring, I felt like I was in my own world with the very notable exception: when the waitress (who was friendly and was very atentative), come over and ask us if we're ready for another round... which of course, we always were! I tried several several different drinks. while my companion went with some kind of punch that she was having (delish!) I did grow beyond tipsy so I don't remember all the names of the drinks I had but... I do remember having a Dark and Frosty which is a frozen version of a Dark and Stormy, which was absolutely delicious, and I also seem to remember ordering the Pisco punch, which is also beyond delicious and refreshing. I've never had a bad drink in this location, to be quite honest, so if you are stumped on what to order,don't be afraid to ask your bartender or waitress for recommendations. If you're looking for a quiet night conversation with just a few friends, or maybe even a more rowdy time at the bar with top-notch cocktails that even contain prtfect ice (you will see!) This is your destination without a doubt! read more

Dutch Kills - Lounges Near Me - Long Island City, New York

Feels like a secretive place. The ambiance is very intimate and nice dim light. Love the setting. The drinks? Drinks are amazinggggggg. My bf brags about the drinks here and he was not wrong. This place does not disappoint. The staff was also very nice and engaging. read more

Dutch Kills - Princess peach - Lounges Near Me - Long Island City, New York

Where do I start? This place is a cocktail science lab. I was amazed and stayed until my body say, "NO MASS"! I tried 5-6 different cocktails and ended the night with a classic Old Fashion, which was perfect. They are masters of mixology, and joy to enjoy! Oh, and the javelina was one of my treats (pic attached). Great service. Nice looking old school bar....again, drinks of the masters. read more

Dutch Kills - Javelina - Lounges Near Me - Long Island City, New York

Dutch Kills' Spring 2022 menu slaps as always. The Acapulco Heat is incredible, and I loved the frozen grasshopper as well. Before I forget and Spruce goose were also hits among our party. Plus, they have potato chips and sour cream and onion dip now! Will be back for the frozen blue Hawaii. read more

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