Great for cocktails and great for people watching, I highly recommend getting a seat that faces out onto the street at the bar to people watch. read more

Came here one night to grab drinks with some friends for a nice, intimate, relaxing evening. Really liked the vibe. It's a cocktail den on the corner of 1st Avenue and St Marks, and there's a genuinely sweet story behind the name: the owner named it after his grandfather Sonny, remembering how his grandmother used to call up the stairs to say goodnight to him while he worked late shifts behind the family bar downstairs. That kind of warmth comes through in the room itself, exposed brick, family photos on the walls, a reclaimed wood bar. It's definitely a date spot or a double date spot. Quiet conversations, real connections, at least as far as the space allows for that on a busy East Village night. Drinks were good, service was good too. They've also got a solid raw bar and oyster program I didn't get to properly dig into. Would love to come back and check out the food, and see how the place feels during the day, since showing up at night made me feel like a bit of a vampire the whole time, in the best way. read more

Great place to catch up with friends, enjoy the oyster plate happy hour special and have a drink. The atmosphere is lovely, and the house cocktails have a great twist to them. Definitely try the sunny orchard margarita! read more

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Went here for some quick drinks on a random Saturday Thought the drinks were good and I got the orange wine when I went. Only downside is that I wish this menu had more options for small bites to eat since we went at 3 pm. Only options were more of entrees Service was nice and staff made sure to check on us a lot. Another thing to keep in mind is that the music was a bit loud in here so if that's something you don't like I'd be aware! read more

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Located in East Village, this bar offers bites as well as a variety of seafood. My friend was craving oysters, so we had to check out their HH! The interior of the restaurant is spacious, there's lots of outdoor seating, and they have nice and elaborate decor. The staff here is so easy to talk to and fun! We got their oysters and they were given with a cocktail sauce and vinegar. My friend LOVED them. They were fresh and they also had oysters from different places/variety. Would recommend if you wanted a drink or to check out their raw bar! read more

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On a busy street of acclaimed restaurants and bars it appears goodnight sonny remains a staple. Throughout my trip, every bartender mentioned goodnight sonny as the place to go for some good eats and post shift drink. I love the space, a bit rustic, a bit modern, and every bit real. The bartender was wonderful. They were a little busy, but he still took some time to chat with me which was great. A simple 50/50 martini was my go to. It was cold, refreshing and everything you could ask for. The interior is vibey. Great for your first, or 50th date. Solid for a little group of friends as well. Perched on a corner primed for people watching. read more

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Amazing oysters! Love their cocktails. The outdoor seating is great too. Servers have been friendly too. read more

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Popped in for a quick couple of drinks before watching my friends get incensed that Wicked lost so many golden globes. The Sunny Orchard Margarita was legitimately one of the best margaritas I've ever had. The Fix was unusual with the Kaffir lime doing work. Very cool. The bartender could not have been faster or more courteous. The music and lighting was just right. I only wish I tried the grilled fish sandwich. I'll be back! read more

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Still a favorite of mine. The drinks are great, and again, the bartenders will make you anything you want. Kim is one of my favorite bartenders, though they are all super cool and chill and kind. And best of all, their kitchen is open late. I got into New York after midnight this last time and hadn't eaten all day. I tried a couple regular places and the kitchen in each place was closed. So Goodnight Sonny saved me! Not only with their wonderful cocktails, but with a delicious BLT and chips, as well as some chips and sour cream and onion dip. Perfect late night food. Thank you for saving the day again, Sonny! And Kim! read more

If you have a meet up to chat and need something without too many frills, this is it. Service is friendly, drinks are great. Didn't have food. read more

Shittiest service from bartenders in this city. Man in the hat with light beard especially. How many times do you have to acknowledge and then do nothing, even after taking an order? Giving purposeful avoidance on some "let me creep on some females instead" shit. Nah.... read more

Solid happy hour, solid drinks, sometimes I can get a bit busy and not have seating but generally always a good time. The service is fairly fast, not always friendly, but I love the vibe here so I usually have a good time regardless! read more

We stopped by on a Wednesday evening before heading to dinner, to grab some cocktails. They were busy, but not packed so we were able to get a table and sit for around an hour. We ordered one round of cocktails. I had the pretty in pink, which was sweet. Pretty good, sugary taste, not too alcohol forward which is what my wife was looking for (we shared). Quite pricey but seems to be expected in Manhattan. The bar had a really nice vibe, not too loud, but lively. Nice lighting and clean. Service was fast and attentive. read more

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Goodnight Sonny is a terrific bar on the lower east side. Nothing fancy, but a legit bar with really good cocktails. The bartenders are very good. The vibe is terrific too. read more

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My friend and I came here around 12:30 AM on a Wednesday since they were one of bars open later than 1 and just got two cocktails : Sorry miss Jackson(definitely on the sweeter side but no too sweet where I didn't want to finish it) and champagne papi (very light) ! I've seen this place packed before on a Friday so it was nice to get in without being crowded. Drinks were good and I'd come back to try more! read more

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Wow , amazing Happy Hour spot right on the corner of 1st Avenue and St Mark's Place in the East Village. Went at 5.30pm on a Tuesday and was really easy to just sit at the bar. My friend and I only came for oysters and a cocktail each. From the $12 HH cocktail menu I got the Daiquiri . That was delicious. Get one. My friend got the HH Old Fashioned and that packed a punch . My friend said they were serious cocktails ! Truth . The dozen East Coast oysters was $18 . Comes with mignonette sauce which I would skip . Just use the lemon or cocktail sauce. Oysters were pretty good and a few were quite big and meaty . Nice place to stop by. Chill vibe and the bartender is cool . read more

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Goodnight Sonny was one of my favorite bars to chill at during my visit to New York. Amazing cocktails and very unique flavors! Good ambience and friendly service! :D + Almost Lover [6/5!!] --------------------- A deliciously sweet and airy drink! Reasonably strong for the price. I really enjoyed the egg white. Reminded me of apple cider! I would definitely recommend this one. + Swipe Right [6/5] ------------------ I enjoyed the egg white in this so much that I ordered another egg white cocktail right after. It's very tangy and you can actually taste a little bit of the Szechuan peppercorn-- I actually wish it was a bit stronger! It's a super unique cocktail. read more

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Don't rub shoulders with the waitress with glasses, she is so mean! Very disrespectful, everything else was fine.

The VIBES: Music, Food, drinks, ambiance and Staff are all LITTTTTTT!!!! You must go there - every chance you get!! read more

Lovely, great environment on a Tuesday night. The French dip sandwich was TO DIE FOR.

Cute little spot to grab some drinks & a bite to eat. We had wonderful service from amanda and lacey - they're so funny & welcoming!! definitely will be coming back read more

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Amanda the bartender was incredible. She took care of us and made us feel welcome. Not to mention the drinks she was serving up were top notch. read more

Looking for a new place to go to for Happy Hour? You can get dozen oysters for $18 (however there are three selections, but you can't go wrong with either) I had four of each selection for the first dozen before my friend and I just picked the one oyster we enjoyed the most. I only ordered oysters during the happy hour for a quick bite. Didn't try the other stuff on the menu, maybe I'll come try things off their menu. read more

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We came in for cocktails on a Thursday night. They were fairly busy, but we managed to snag two seats at the bar. We ordered the hierarchy of gifts and social butterfly. They were both great! The bartenders were friendly and able to give great suggestions. A great place to stop in for a drink! read more

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Yesterday was my second time at Goodnight Sonny and I absolutely love this bar. My friend and I arrived around 2:30 PM on a Sunday and the place wasn't busy at all. We decided to sit at the bar and the bartender gave us menus right away. The decor was eclectic but trendy - exposed brick, wooden countertops, and lots of framed paintings/prints of everyone from Elvis to Steve Jobs. I ordered the Sorry, Ms. Jackson (on the heavier side but delicious and well balanced) and my friend got the Agave Blues (smoky, boozy, difficult to drink quickly). I also ended up trying the Social Butterfly, which was lighter and very refreshing. Overall, fantastic drinks with a very pleasant ambiance! I love that they switch up their cocktail menu, too. Will return! read more

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This is a great spot if you want a cocktail and/or a light bite. As far as food, I recommend the market fish sandwich. It tastes like a fish version of a pastrami sandwich, it is delicious. They do offer a HH M-F 4-6, which I appreciate. I always love a deal! They have great date night vibes with a moody, soft candle lit atmosphere. This place feels both cozy and airy with the windows. Their cocktails are super yummy and worth the price point. Refreshing and deliciously crafted. I have absolutely no complaints. 5/5 read more

Great location and ambiance. Trendy crowd. Friendly bartender. I'd try the oysters next time. My only complaint was that my friend was charged $6 plus tax for soda water from the fountain- I understand it not being completely free but that's a little bit excessive considering she was sitting at the bar. read more

Always a classic spot to grab a drink with friends or some food. I've been here several times and their cocktails hit the spot every time- specifically the aperol spritz. Their oyster happy hour is a no brainer. There are about 4 tables outside which are usually filled on a beautiful day however there is also a covering for unexpected rain. At night this bar typically gets more packed but it is a great spot to hit any time they are open read more

Drinks were great. Good selection of specialty cocktails. Bartenders are very friendly.

Was so excited to come here for happy hour drinks since it's been hyped up to me for a while, but unfortunately was pretty underwhelmed. Drinks weren't anything special, and the service was slow and not friendly. Won't be returning. read more

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Solid spot to grab drinks before hopping around to another bar in EV on a Friday night. I only got a club soda but would return to try their cocktails. My friend really enjoyed her cocktail. The music was good and I'd want to come back to try their food too! read more

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Overall: Quiet ambience for a quick drink Menu: Extensive selection of drinks with bartenders that can do magic read more

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I went here with the team after work and really enjoyed my time here. I particularly liked the Block Island Style Crab Dip. This came with a side of lemon and crackers. It was super light, savory, and filling. This restaurant had good, fast service. I only wish they had more seating options for bigger groups. I group of ~10 had to combine a few tables for seating and even that was a little too cozy. Something to keep in mind if you have a bigger group. read more

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Hey you guyyyyyssssss!!! You do not want to miss this spot! It's giving.... The shrimp cocktail is so fresh. The oysters all I can say is WOW! Angel was our bartender and co-owner and he is a top notch mixologist! He dropped a dime that they are now going to be open till 4 AM, with the kitchen open till 3:30 AM. WHAT!!!! The music is it!! Don't miss out, run in and check this place out-you will not be disappointed!!! read more

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Fantastic oysters, good happy hour, my margarita was awesome as well. I usually just get an oyster shooter and tequila and tonic but I'm really glad I tried the Marg. This place is a classic for me, will be returning. read more

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From the moment I approached Good Night Sonny sitting on the corner of 1st Avenue and East 8th Street, I knew that it would be a charming place. Perfect for a date, catching up with friends or dinner, Good Night Sonny sets the right mood. I expected it to be a lot more crowded considering it was a Thursday night. Of note, the music was quite loud and I had to speak above it which was frustrating at times. We were able to grab a table and as I admired the cute atmosphere complete with ceramic floor tiling, we looked over the menu for food and drink options. Unfortunately, we missed out on the HH specials--ending at 7 p.m. As far as drinks, I began with the Aperol Spritz (perfect on a hot evening and possibly my go to summer time drink) and ended with a crisp Rose. Their menu is diverse with some carefully crafted and unique cocktails. As far as food, since I had eaten, we shared a small plate: Boquerones Tartine which was marinated white anchovies on toasted pumpernickel, crème fraiche, lemon zest & pickled onion, This was SO delicious and a perfect snack to accompany our drinks. I'm eager to return to try their HH oysters or other items on the menu. In addition, I want to experience their brunch. I really like Good Night Sonny and plan on returning soon. Definitely recommend. read more

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One of my favorite oyster places! It's normally pretty busy so I suggest getting a reservation ahead of times. Oysters are always fresh and delicious. The drinks are also tasty and strong LOL. A little on the pricier side but well worth it. read more

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A small bar with a nice ambiance. I was able to get a seat at the bar which looks really nice with the lights on the back wall. I ordered the to die dreaming in Kentucky ($15). It has vanilla in it so it was more sweet than anything but still very good. If you're not looking for a strong drink that doesn't take like it this is a good one to get. They have a good happy hour but I wasn't able to stop by for it. That's something I'd definitely want to try if I ever came here again. read more

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I really enjoy this place. I've been here multiple times for just drinks after a night of dancing and this review is for when I came for happy hour. This place gets crowded so definitely get there early! The drinks are food and the food are also high quality. The happy hour Oysters were the highlight and I don't even like oysters! Lol. The mussels were also delicious. Only downside is that the space between tables is very small and there's really no room for personal stuff other than placing them on the ground. read more

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Great late night city haunt for oysters! I ordered a ham plate and oysters with 1 drink. Everything tasted fresh and had a great variety. My only complaint was that tables were small and since the place was crowded I felt like there wasn't enough space to properly eat or enjoy the food without constantly bumping into someone or vice versa. But it's hard to find many places still selling fresh oysters after 10pm so I will definitely be back! read more

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