Elysian Cafe

The Brass Monkey gets the job done but its just an average nyc bar. The "rooftop view" is nothing…read moreto write home about as its so low and eclipsed by taller buildings and trees. The drinks are pricey and the clientele seemed to mostly be large groups of men (no shade). My bf and I were looking for a cute rooftop bar to end our friday night and there's surprisingly not a lot of options that are open late in Chelsea

Went to Brass Monkey on a weeknight for a happy hour event, and it was a great choice for a group…read more The back room is quite large, with a small upstairs overlook, and could easily fit over 100 people. There is also a dedicated bar and bartenders, which made things very efficient. For our event, the space was completely open, though there are tables and chairs available if preferred. The room is mostly wood, so it can be a bit loud since there is not much to absorb sound, but overall it worked very well for a large group. I had not been to Brass Monkey in over a decade and was pleasantly surprised that the prices had barely gone up. Beer and cider were $8, and cocktails were $11. The rest of the bar has plenty of space, including an outdoor patio in the warmer months, and the bar food is good. I have also watched World Cup matches here before, which are always fun and energetic. I would definitely recommend Brass Monkey for group happy hours as well as for watching sports.

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The Top of the Standard

3.9(523 reviews)

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During our adventures in the Meatpacking district my friend insisted we pay a visit to The Top of…read moreThe Standard for the amazing view. We got there shortly after they opened (4 pm), so it wasn't busy. On your way to the rooftop you'll pass through a nightclub, which reminded me of a discotheque reminiscent of Studio 54. According to my friend, it doesn't get hopping until later and good times are had. There is a jacuzzi inside, so I can only imagine the wild antics that occur. I would have absolutely been a regular here back in the day. The Rooftop is spacious with plenty of places to chill & relax. I ordered a Cucumber Limonade $16 (Vodka, Cucumber, Lime, & Elderflower). It was crisp & refreshing. Perfect for this beautiful sunny day. My friend was right. The view was stunning - with sweeping views of the city and the harbor. It was so nice to be so high up above the bustling city without a care in the world.

Stopped by with some friends and unfortunately didn't get to eat or drink there because of an issue…read morewith alcohol service. One person in our group may have seemed a little off, and because of that, the staff refused to serve any of us alcohol. We get that they have policies to follow, but it felt a bit unfair to penalize the entire group--especially since the rest of us weren't drinking or acting out of line. To make things more confusing, they came back later and said we could order alcohol after all, but by that point, the mood was already off and we decided to leave. The place didn't seem bad overall, but that experience definitely left a sour taste. Maybe we just caught them on a weird night. Wouldn't recommend especially being in the wine country.

1.2 mi•Meatpacking District, West Village

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Common Ground

3.1(228 reviews)

Came here one weekend night to have some drinks and the place was packed and pretty cool. Nice…read morevibes, genuinely spacious for the neighborhood, with 20-foot ceilings and a skylight that opens the whole room up, string lights overhead, vintage wine barrels doing double duty as tables. Sits right on Gansevoort Street, a couple minutes from the Whitney and the start of the High Line, so it works as either a first stop or a last one depending on how the night's going. Great location, centrally located to everything else within walking distance, which is really the whole appeal of drinking in the Meatpacking District in the first place. Apparently it's pulled a fair number of famous faces through the door over the years too, though I obviously wasn't running into any of them on my visit. Nothing else to note. Definitely worth a visit.

[2026/07/26] too many white people, people were shoving and generally just really rude, the drinks…read morewere weak as fuhhh, THE DJ SUUUCKED the song choices were so whiplash inducing and the transitions were just BAD... im giving 2 stars for the memory of my cuzzo's magic squishy orb that saved a girl from conversation with a guy she was not feeling!

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The Tippler

3.9(718 reviews)

Great after hours spot. Stopped in after dinner. Cool vibe no that it's all the way in the…read morebasement. It's fun making your way down. The bartenders were all friendly and all around chill time.

Came here on a Thursday night and it was pretty empty which I don't mind at all. Ordered drinks and…read moreit was served right away, they were tasty and strong (on the average price range for drinks ~$15-$16 each). They do have events here so i was just here during a slow day I guess. It's a downstairs bar but they have plenty of seating. The vibes are what you would expect at a normal pub/bar.

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Le Bain

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Le Bain is one of the few NYC spots that still carries real name recognition--even outside the…read morecity. If you know, you know. Getting in isn't guaranteed. Dress well, the door is up to the doorman. The crowd can feel a little "here for the outfit," but with the right group it's still a good time. Drinks are expensive (cucumber lemonade is solid), and on weeknights the crepe spot upstairs is pretty much your only food option. Tables are available but come with a minimum. The hot tub is the main thing. People say don't get in...do what you want. Once one person's in, more follow. Paradisco on Sundays--get there early and eat before, bar service can be hit or miss. Tuesdays (On Top) is more late night, club kids/celebs, and doesn't really get going till around midnight.

Amazing spot with amazing views. The interior and 360 view did not disappoint. The vibes and music…read morewere great. My only complaint is that I ordered two vodka redbulls for me and my boyfriend and paid $80 plus tip. Now I know the city is pricey, but this seems to be getting out of hand. I thought for sure the bartender was just trying to overcharge me but the breakdown fully showed everything. Regardless, we had a great time and enjoyed our drinks.

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The Biergarten at The Standard, High Line

3.3(934 reviews)

Been several times and this time was there watching the Brasil Norway World Cup game. Communal…read moretable were easy to grab and seat . They were doing tickets for beer and food as well as full bar à la carte. The space is big and wide open communal. Being meat packing / Standard hotel this is no budget friendly menu. Each ticket was $13 and mixed drinks can easily run 20something. I asked for Rose's with tequila. Bartender clearly had no idea what it was lol

Came here for a massive private event, we booked out the entire biergarten for it, which gives you…read morea sense of the scale this place can actually handle. The Standard Biergarten sits tucked right under the trestles of the High Line, attached to The Standard hotel, the building that famously straddles the elevated park itself like a bent-open version of the UN building. It's designed to feel like a real German beer hall dropped into the middle of the Meatpacking District: long picnic tables, communal bench seating, steins of German beer on tap, the full Oktoberfest package running twelve months a year. Here's where it fell apart for a group our size: the food came out way too slow, and there just wasn't enough of it circulating for a party that large. By the end we were acting like vultures, or those seagulls from that one animated movie, every plate that hit the table got swarmed on sight. Drinks, on the other hand, were good and came out fast, so at least nobody was thirsty while they waited on food that wasn't coming. Genuine credit where it's due: the amount of open space and seating here is rare for this city, and for a group our size, that space was the whole reason the event worked logistically at all. Ok time overall. Great venue for a big private event on paper, just make sure whoever's running your food service can actually keep pace with the headcount, because ours couldn't.

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Hudson Bar and Books

3.5(192 reviews)

1.3 mi•West Village

Hudson bar has that very chill laid-back vibe to it. Staff are dressed to match Hotel like…read moreexperience. There's an extensive drinks and in-house cigar menu. Some folks generally just come in to have a drink. While others habitually linger smoking, and drinking for hours. Unhurried vibe as I've never seen it full. There is a charge to bring your own cigar. Drinks are also at Hotel price level.

This place has been here for what seems like forever. Used to come here frequently and totally…read moreforgot about it over time as I continued to go to other places in the city. I stumbled upon it recently again, and as is the case with most lounges, things have relatively stayed the same: long bar with lots of seating, but a super narrow place that doubles up with seating, so you can get pretty cramped in here at peak hours. Still, it's a good place to lounge and chill, kick back with a good cigar, and enjoy a decent selection of bourbons. Good service at overall. Must say that their selection of cigars is not the best, as is often the case with lounges with no humidor.

1.1 mi•Meatpacking District, Chelsea

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NBetween

4.3(103 reviews)

3.5/5!! Every time I…read morethink a drink has potential, that little hint of shampoo and hand sanitizer sneaks through at the very end. Still, such a cute, aesthetic, groovy spot with nice music. I know it's a listening bar, but it'd be fun if people got up to dance a little instead of just sitting Also, Viewer Discretion Advised is definitely on the sweeter side though, and is a good option if you don't like drinks with a super strong alcohol taste

This place is easy to miss because it's tucked inside a marketplace next to the restaurant. We…read morealmost walked past it. The cocktails were expensive, but every drink felt intentional, and the experience itself was memorable. We ended up staying longer than planned. Diego made all our drinks. Really delicate and clean flavors. Distinctive for each cocktail. Lots of variation to choose from. He was awesome! Karaage was yummy and crunchy with juicy chicken interior. Steak was not enough lol...we ate it too fast but medium rare was chef's kiss. Kind of kicking myself for not ordering the matcha crème brûlée, but next time we need to try the maki place next door, too.

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Bar Bonobo

4.3(91 reviews)

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How happy hour ought to be... mini tinis and oysters to pair!…read more Bar tenders having fun, folks from all walks of life celebrating, smiling, sharing. A diverse space that is as much a spot for business as it is for the Party as the DJ stand indicates. Oh, and gold. Gold everywhere. Super fun spot that still maintains super crisp, clean program. Clean, rooted and martini driven. No bonobos here, just well manicured martinis that are built for the pallet, not the instagram grid(but, hey, they're pretty damn photogenic, too)

Not bad for a pit stop for drink and bite. Burger was kinda…read moredry unfortunately. Space gets way too loud and hard to talk.

1.1 mi•Meatpacking District, West Village, Chelsea

Back Bar area

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Puttery

3.9(96 reviews)

Not a bad place, in fact I did get to play on both of the different courses. I must say I…read moredefinitely liked one way more than the other one. They did offer some Happy Hour drink specials. The beer I had was pretty good and staff was friendly here. I would actually come back to this upscale golf course to play both of the different courses again actually.

A total of 4 of us came here on one of the most bitter winter days this year as we needed an indoor…read moreinteractive activity. We thought mini golf was interactive, everyone had the same chance to play and it's simple enough without exerting too much energy (unlike an escape room or the dancing tiles which I also came across in my research). Great place for friends, families, dates of all ages. We checked in on the ground floor (also have a coat check here) and were told they have a cabin themed course on the 2nd floor and a museum themed course on the 3rd floor, but there was a party going on. They also told us about the rooftop lounge, which is covered with plastic and they have heaters blasting the space. We went with the cabin themed. Although I don't think they completely blocked the 3rd floor with the party, we just didn't want to have to compete with others and wanted a quiet experience. They have stairs or an elevator. Once we got to the 2nd floor, we were the only ones there and were explained how the digital scoring works. We inputted our names, and our scoreboard would follow us from board to board in sequence after we all punched in our scores. The max was 6 putts per course to help keep things moving (we definitely played more than 6 on some courses lol). The courses did progressively get more challenging as you moved on. The decor was beautiful. Fairy lights lined the space with murals or a ski lodge/mountains around with a polar bear and a ski mobile. Many cute photo ops. On the last course, once you made it, the game swallowed your ball, I guess to help prevent you from trying to play the course again. I wish there was more than 9 courses though. It was fun enough but maybe having a few more would have helped fill the time more. Time flew by and we had lots of laughs. Would be excited to come back to try the museum course next time.

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Katarina M.

2 years ago

I have had mixed experiences at this establishment, but unfortunately, my most recent visit this evening (02/08) was particularly disappointing. While I typically do not mind being seated in the middle of the dining room, our table placement made for an uncomfortable experience, as waitstaff and other patrons frequently bumped into us. Additionally, there was minimal space to place my handbag and our coats. When I politely inquired whether any accommodations could be made--especially since two available booth tables for two remained unoccupied--I was met with an unhelpful and dismissive response from our server. Beyond the seating issue, the service itself left much to be desired. Our server was noticeably less attentive to us compared to other tables, barely checking in, neglecting to offer us drinks or appetizers, and taking nearly 30 minutes to bring our check. Meanwhile, we observed her engaging with and accommodating other guests in a much more courteous and efficient manner. This discrepancy in service made our experience feel particularly frustrating and unwelcoming. To make matters worse, I felt uncomfortable and rushed throughout the meal, as the host was constantly hovering near our table, creating an unsettling dining experience. Instead of enjoying our meal at a relaxed pace, we felt pressured to finish quickly. Overall, while I have had bittersweet experiences here in the past, this visit stood out due to the lack of hospitality and professionalism. Given these concerns, I am hesitant to return. read more

Sydney B.

3 years ago

I've always passed this place while out and about and I always saw a crowd outside, so I figured it'd be a great place to visit. When I finally got some free time to visit for brunch I was kind of disappointed with the place. The interior of the place - to the customer eye was beautifully maintained to the historic original. However, in peeking in the backrooms, the place looked a bit dirty. Food was off...we ordered the Eggs Florentine and Cinnamon-Amaretto French Toast. There was a lack of seasoning for the eggs and the bread on the french toast came quite hard. Lastly, the service paralleled being in France to me - and that fully may be what the restaurant is hoping to achieve! Waitress wasn't friendly, had to flag her down a lot, and overall just seemed like she wanted to go home. I've had similar experiences while in Paris so maybe they're really trying to get into character here? Overall, not sure if I'd be back? Maybe for the fries which is really affecting this rating here because they were actually fantastic. read more

Louis P.

224

5 years ago

This was our third time at Elysian Cafe. Quite a disappointing experience as a result of manager Chris' unprofessional and I'll-mannered behavior. We wanted to get some clarification regarding the parking validation at Little Man's Parking Structure, where they tell you parking is free with validation from Elysian but at the Cafe they actually charge you. Chris simply rolled his eyes and walked away, yes he turn his back and walked away, in the middle of our exchange. We were sincerely confused as to what might have caused the attitude and reaction - still unclear. In summary, our customer experience was down-hill after that. Chris clearly handle the simple exchange in a very poor manner. Sad that that his actions reflects poorly on the legacy, and hard work of founders, of the Elysian Cafe. Not a good approach, Chris. His mediocre example then follows down the line to those employees under his supervision. read more

Andrew G.

15 years ago

After I left Hoboken the one place I missed was Elysian Cafe. I loved their mussel and clam dishes, their awesome brunch, and their amazing atmosphere. I even enjoyed their waiters who I got to know very well. However, when I moved back this past March I was severely disappointed. Their menu had not changed, but their waiters personalities became grouchy at best, and their food was suddenly terrible. I could be more disappointed. This was my absolute favorite restaurant in Hoboken, and now I won't go near it. read more

Alex D.

2 years ago

I have been a regular at this restaurant, but after today's experience, I won't be returning. Despite having a reservation, we were seated at a cramped table near the kitchen, in a high-traffic area, even though several better tables were available. The service was slow and dismissive, adding to an overall unwelcoming atmosphere. The only redeeming factor was the food, which was decent that why I give 2 stars. Unfortunately, the lack of hospitality and good service making this my last visit. read more

Emile D.

10 years ago

- I've only been here for drinks, but I really like this place. It's a nice, quiet spot with definitely an older clientele - not that I'm complaining. They have a really decent cocktail list, and affordable prices. The bartender was very friendly, and helped us to figure out exactly what we wanted. They also had a really nice wine list, with a wide range of options in different price ranges. After reading all of the reviews, I'm so excited to check this place out for dinner. read more

A J.

107

13 years ago

Tried it again because we were in the area and my husband wanted to try it. I got the fish tacos which the waitress said was one of the most popular items. My husband got a burger. Fish tacos had no flavor whatsoever and the fried fish in the tacos was soggy. My husband ordered a medium-rare burger which came out well done. This is cooking 101: salt and pepper seasoning at the very minimum and cooking a burger to the correct temperature. read more

Christine S.

Elite 17

144

11 years ago

What a cute place. If you want a quaint little café for a quiet weekend brunch or lunch and want to feel a little like you're in Europe, this is your place. Besides the fact that the food is great, the atmosphere is so cute. I felt like I stepped back in time for a couple hours. Service was attentive and friendly- even when it was super busy we didnt wait more than 5 minutes for a table. I recommend the Elysian café! read more

Kerry M.

13 years ago

I loved everything about Elysian! The setting is so welcoming and well done. I noticed the restaurant so many times before actually going and wanted to go just because of how it looks on the outside. My friends and I could not decide what to choose on the menu because everything sounded delicious so we had to order a bunch of different things and share. I will definitely be coming back! read more

Leslie M.

10 years ago

If you are willing to spend a lot for brunch this place is good. Food is tasty. Eggs perfectly poached! Omelets good. Pancakes were just blah. I was disappointed with the frequency of coffee refills. I had to keep getting waiters attention to get some coffee. And a 6 oz small fresh squeezed orange juice is five dollars. It's just ridiculously expensive. read more

Tamara M.

12 years ago

Delicious food, great atmosphere, outside seating right on an adorable corner on Washington St. Highly recommend for a great brunch. Decent prices. Omlettes are scrumptious and the steel cut oats are ammazing esp during chiller months. We came here every Saturday that we looked at apartments in Hoboken before moving here, and loved every time! read more

Danila S.

8 years ago

The food there is really good, it's relatively cheap and delicious. The food is kinda fat there and u get full after a few bites, but u can always take to go and u will stay satisfied. The receipt for two is going to be around 30$ which is absolutely fine for that kind of food. I would recommend going there! read more

Laura F.

14 years ago

I went for Happy Hour with my friend when my parents were visiting. We wanted a table so we could all chat, but sadly happy hour specials were only at the bar so we had to pay full price at the table. Other than that the experience was fine. We only had drinks so I cant comment on the food. read more

Tristan G.

236

8 years ago

One of the most incredible dinners I've had. The crabcakes and octopus is unlike anything you've ever had. Pork belly was wow as well. The manager/chef is very talented and an absolute star. The interior is gorgeous as is the front yard with seating. Excellent experience all around read more

John C.

116

8 years ago

Excellent food, prices not bad either. A family of 4 would probably spend more in a fast food, is McDonald's, Popeye's, restaurant and not get quality like here. The rotisserie chicken was delicious, along with vegetables, corn muffins, stuffings, meatloaf etc. Fast service read more

Jey I.

12 years ago

Excellent cuisine and great atmosphere for a bar or dinner scene. Best to make reservations because of its popularity. Can be very, very noisy, so don't expect to have a soul-searching conversation. The food is excellent and creatively prepared. Great for my date. read more

Lynne C.

223

8 years ago

The restaurant has a great menu with barfood items, sandwiches, salads and more elaborate main courses. Prices are reasonable for the food that is consistently excellent. Service is always attentive. Great winelist. We are always happy after having dinner here! read more

avasmom a.

16 years ago

I went here for the the first time last week with a girlfriend for lunch. We sat at the bar and we had a great time. The bartender was super friendly and very helpful in deciding what to have. My sandwich was great, I will definitly be back. read more

Natalie C.

10 years ago

Good food. We especially like the pulled pork and fish and chips. My husband likes the steak sandwich. Friendly, reasonable and consistently good. read more

danielle d.

238

17 years ago

never been here to eat but i did come here at night for the bar and lounge.. mad corny yuppies!!!!! i cant deal with it!

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3.5

(187 reviews)

My first time dining at Sirenetta because I have been a bit salty about a restaurant taking over…read moreMaxwells space. But in this economy, I go where the happy hours are, and Sirenetta's has a pretty nice HH menu. We went on a Tuesday (they have different HH specials depending on the day you go) and ordered: - $1 oysters - I would skip these as they are the only oysters I've eaten and not liked the flavor of -Whipped Ricotta Dip - This was okay, served with 2 pieces of bread when 3 or 4 would have been better -Shrimp Frites - this was fine -Kale Caesar Salad - mind blowing, possibly the best kale salad I've had - Olive Oil Martini - Full price and worth it I liked the martini and salad so much I'll be back to try more of the regular menu on a Thursday night when the martini's are $10. Service was also great and we were very comfortable sitting outside with our dog.

The food was delicious and the service outstanding! I liked that the menu was on the smaller side…read moreas it was not overwhelming but so many good choices. This place is a gem.

Belo Bar & Kitchen

4.1

(171 reviews)

This is based off of two visits, around a year apart…read more Food: The second time I came, I'd come about 45 minutes before happy hour stopped- and they'd run out of oysters! The bartender was very sweet and apologetic. The mozzarella sticks were delicious, and they actually give you a great amount of sauce for them! The wings, I wish they were crispy and spicier, but the chicken was good quality and juicy. Service: It's definitely a bar spot with its regulars, so I felt they were focused on catching up on life and photos rather than any new patrons. As someone who spent a lot of time in nightlife & in customer service, i definitely get it-- but raising my hand to order and being walked by multiple times gets a little frustrating; especially when you're kind of feeling rushed with a specific menu and a time frame. Ambiance: They had tvs with things one, there weren't captions on all of them, but they had music going. The music wasn't super loud, so it's a great spot to come catch up with people or even have a date, then walk along the water. 4.5/5, I'd most certainly go again and again! I hope they have oysters next time, because before they were delicious

I have been to every high end restaurant in Boston and this espresso martini tops them all. Only…read moremade by Macie. I'm sure the the bartenders are just as good but Macie knows ball. - Snox

Light Horse Tavern

3.7

(851 reviews)

Great neighborhood spot for a bev or the food is pretty good if you need something to eat. Staff is…read morealways friendly and they have outdoor dining.

We came here for a brunch that started at 10:30 AM at ended at 1:30 PM. There was a fixed menu, and…read moreon it was a burrata salad, they did not have any, while those things happen it is the way they handled the situation. They did not bother to let us know until after we had placed our orders. The service was incredibly slow, and on top of it when the food finally arrived, it was cold. Overall it was a poor experience and it upsets me my friends had to pay for such a disappointing experience. The loft where they set the tables was nice enough. All in all, my suggestion is you pass on this place, there are plenty of fantastic spots around.

Dino & Harry’s Steakhouse

3.5

(447 reviews)