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    Ed's Elbow Room

    4.5 (18 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 11:30 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    a bar with a lot of stools
    Kristen H.

    LOVED this little neighborhood watering hole. Walking back to our friends we were looking for a spot to stop for a drink and the owner was kind enough to let us in a little befoRe they actually opened. Good beer selection although nothing on draftt Cider, mead, kombucha and wine We tried the nuts!! Yum!! And sampled their popcorn with rosemary and salt! Super friendly bar tender, games to play... definitely go again!!

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    Sherry J.

    - Cute little bar on the UES - Seemed like every one who was there except us were waiting to get into the restaurant next door - Lovely bartender - Quiet, quaint, clean - Free popcorn and refills! The only recommendation is to add a couple of cocktails to the menu. That would really make this place top notch.

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    1 year ago

    Great space great wine great trivia great atmosphere with two Ed's in the bar making it love up to it's name

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    Heidi G.

    Thank you Jason. We are thrilled you enjoyed!

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    Heidi G.

    Chrissy thanks so much. We can’t wait for you to visit again!

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    Heidi G.

    Rachel, we can’t thank you enough!! See you soon cheers!!

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    8 years ago

    Yep- good neighborhood spot. Cozy with great beer and wine list, beautiful interiors and inviting staff

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    7 years ago

    Love this place!!!! So cute, great beers and free rosemary popcorn. Owner is very kind and knowledgeable. Great vibes!

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    “The bar is tiny and cozy and the bartender was so super nice and down to earth.”

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