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    Gotham Lounge

    3.6 (52 reviews)

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    Classy
    Good for groups

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    Darrin J.

    My wife and I love Afternoon Tea and we were so excited to try it out at Gotham Lounge especially with the elevated menu. Sadly we were disappointed because it was too elevated especially the sandwiches which we're unfamiliar flavors/textures with pate, foie gras, etc. The caviar was fishy and briny. Deserts are great though. Service was very good as well.

    Annie G.

    Reservations for afternoon tea aren't necessary, but don't hurt. Gets pretty busy around 4pm on Saturdays. The dishware was by far the cutest part of the experience. Plus nice plush chairs and couches, which aren't the best for eating, but make for a much more relaxed feel for afternoon tea than perhaps other spots. The spread was decent for $80++. We were definitely full afterwards. They make sure to serve one of everything per person in your party, plus a decadent piece from La Madison du Chocolat for a closer. I just wish there were more savory, such as tea sandwiches. Teas were great! Exactly as described on the menu. Chocolate - A Bai mu dan - A- Lapsang souchong - A-

    Savory roast beef, freshest lobster, yummy egg salad, cloud like salmon mousse
    Mary G.

    Afternoon Tea at the Gotham Lounge is exactly what you want - a beautiful not-to-big room, comfy seating, exquisite Wedgwood china, savory and sweet bites of highest quality, amazing assortment of teas (try Garden of Dreams), and perfect service - formal yet warm. Not inexpensive yet worth every penny. Best I've ever had and really, you will be so happy!

    Holiday afternoon tea
    Zarina I.

    Small place, but very fancy . I could say this place is overpriced. For 2 people they will charge you $300.00 including tips . For this kind of money they should give more food . But it's great experience. You need to try once.

    Nice bar snacks , fantastic cocktails !
    Ellie O.

    Yea , we really liked this lounge . Gorgeous. Service is delightful & gracious forward hospitality. The complimentary snacks were perfect, unfortunately we were not hungry , snacks work w libations , we did nibble a bit & so yummy . Rosemary almonds , variety of wonderful olives & nice blocks of cheese . What's not to like about that . I had a Don Julio hand-shaken margarita , oh man , it was so tasty . I mean really , really refreshing & delicious , companion had a spec lychee cocktail , also Delicious. This hotel has two bars , I think the other is rooftop . We usually have a drink upstairs at The Plaza , but all three Lounges / bars were so busy , we decided to try this beautiful hotels bar. I do recommend it . Also , most people in this room were enjoying tea . And it looked so cool and colorful . All the tea pots were different patterns , looked a lot like a Sofia Coppola movie ( Marie Antoinette) The tables all looked editorial . Like magazine shots . We normally would of been all bummed to not partake in afternoon tea , but no appetite and all about the cocktail . If up town , and feel like Afternoon tea , or cocktails and snacks , check out Gotham !! Def worth it .

    John O.

    Although this bar does not quite have the nostalgia like the King Cole or Oakroom, this bar is very pleasant. The best thing about this place is that the bartenders are very friendly and eager to help you out in every way. The serve some of the best drinks. Yes, it is expensive, but you don't come to a place like this looking for Happy Hour specials! Oh, and their snack tray is amazing! Trio of olives, mixed nuts and cheese curds. Very yummy and if you like to really munch, go ahead, they will give you more! My favorite drink here is the Side Car. I really love the way they present it here. Luckily, all of my favorite "must try bars" are all within a few blocks of each other.

    Keylime Martini
    Manda Bear B.

    ************* REVIEW 201 **************** 1 of the best address on 5th Avenue, the Peninsula! & every thing located inside this hotel, the Gotham Bar. On your right, second floor, this bar has the best Keylime Martini in town. Served with a snack the moment you sit down, nuts, olives, & cheese, so yummy. Plenty of room between tables & did I mention the afternoon high tea? Blackberry sconces, apricot jam, & mini sandwich that fill you up so quickly! I love the bartenders here, they are the best & extremely polite. 1 of the reason why I love staying here!

    High tea with my girls
    Yan H.

    The afternoon tea is just okay, the dessert here is not very special and the cake was too sweet.

    Creme Fraiche Cheesecake
    S J.

    The service here is flawless and it is a small and relaxed venue. I actually prefer this over Salon de Ning on the rooftop as the service and food quality is better here. They also offer afternoon tea service - if I recall there are two versions, with the difference being champagne. Between the Peninsula, the London, and the Four Seasons, I think afternoon tea service here is the best. We have also had drinks, desserts, and food here multiple times and I have to say that the food is "ok", nothing spectacular. The drinks and dessert however are great - the cheesecake here is absolutely superb. We've come to know the staff here well and they really hook you up and take care of you.

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    Stopped for a pre dinner drink. Super pricey, even for NYC, but it was a fun spot for a drink.

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    “We normally would of been all bummed to not partake in afternoon tea , but no appetite and all about the cocktail .”

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    Thank goodness we FOUND paradise LOST. You ring the doorbell, and are buzzed in to be put on the…read morelist. For my group of 2, it was approximately a 25 minute wait on a Saturday at 7. We jumped over to the bar right beside and drank some girly drinks before getting the notification our table was ready. As with nearly every establishment in NYC, it is very close quarters in paradise lost. We stood at a table while waiting for seats at the bar to become available. Which, we didn't mind. I could see how this might be a little harder to get a seat for a bigger group if you aren't there before 6. It seemed that once a group got a big table, they camped out. The drinks were strong and creative. Friendly bartenders, good music, and yummy options for bar snacks. Also, the bathroom is a nice touch. Given the hell theming for the bar, the bathroom is a 180 and while using the Lou, you can listen to the bible being recited. Theres also a spooky surprise if you press the button in the bathroom. Speaking of the bathroom, it is at the bottom of some decently narrow stairs. So, try and stay sober enough for stairs or you may fall. Go to this bar. You will have fun.

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    When you enter Osamil, the hostess will take you to a door near the bar that has a coded entry…read more It'll look like youre going up some random stairs until the lights slowly get dimmer and you reach the top with a red door. As soon as you open the door youre greeted with your party's name and brought to your seats. We opted to sit at the bar but there are tables to the left of the bar and a large sitting room to the left. The staff is very attentive and you will interact with them more than the bartender. We started off by ordering the Welcome Drink which is a bit if an aperitif and "gets your palette" so to speak. It was light, fruity, and a nice way to start the night. My first drink was the Adulting and they present it with a spritz if irange blossom. It is definitely a sipping drink due to the 14yr Balvenie. My second drink, Omija, was a lighter drink comparatively. The clarified yogurt gave it a bit of sweetness most Yakult drinkers are familiar with. My partner had both the 5th Ave and Iced Latte. Fair warning on the latte as the oat milk topping has a bit of a jelly consistency. It wasnt unpleasant but was a bit if a surprise when we went for an initial sip. Overall the Upstairs gives a very pampered and sophisticated feel that coordinates with the dining downstairs.

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