I came here with 2 of my girlfriends on a monday night to catchup for drinks and bites…read more You wouldn't expect the bar to look as nice as it did when you walk outside but once we got in we loved the way the bar was set up with the bartender in the middle and the customers all along the bar surrounding them. It felt more cozy than having individual spaced out tables. We tried the following foods: Fried potatoes 9/10 these were very flavourful. I'd recommend getting these. Chorizo 8/10 Fennel salad 10/10 this was delicious, I would go back even just for this Grilled octopus 9/10 I'm not one that loves octopus but this tasted great Charcuterie plate 11/10 I loved this cheese platter. I don't remember what the other cheeses and meats were but I especially liked the blue cheese. I tried the Sciaccerellu (Corsican wine) as I had recently come back from a trip to Corse (the French island) and i thought this paired very well with the cheeses and bite we were having. Overall I would recommend making a visit to Lelabar on a random weeknight to feel that local NYC experience.

Dropped by about 45 mins before an 9pm show at Cherry Lane Theater a few blocks away because other…read morerestaurants were full and I uncharacteristically did not plan ahead. Luckily there were plenty of bar seats available and the kitchen was relatively speedy. The vibe was cozy on this wintry night and perfect for a wine bar dinner. We got some some west coast oysters which were fresh and full of amazing, briny flavor and paired beautifully with the Gruner we got. Also enjoyed their patatas bravas and grilled shrimp with garlic and chili oil. It came with bread and actually had me sated enough to hold me over until after the show. I understand why this spot has been here for so long-- it's a reliable standby, a true neighborhood restaurant that isn't overly trendy and is hospitality forward.

Definitely one of my new favorite bars in NYC. Incredibly creative cocktails, and much more…read more"vibe-based" than traditional cocktail bars, where there's a list of ingredients. They have a very special type of service staff here, who work with you to find the right drink for you. Was a very unique experience, and I was really happy with the drinks we had. Looking forward to returning!

Bateman's is a cozy bar tucked away off of 2nd Ave. There is bar seating and a handful of small…read moretables. We shared cheese plate (delicious) and I had a Purple Rain spritz, which was refreshing and light. My friend had the pink pony club which is a take on an espresso martini. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, offering suggestions when asked. There's many interesting drink options here and I will definitely come back to try another! Two small bathrooms in the back. The sound level in the bar was average and not too loud.

What a cute speakeasy tucked away in the Lounge area of Fouquet Hotel. I came in December during…read moreLoewe sponsorship. There were curated Loewe cocktail drinks on the menu. Alec was our bartender for the night. Every drink made was delicious and strong. Only con is there were a few overpriced drinks at $44 a glass. Excellent service! I highly recommend coming for the drinks before dinner or after an event.

Fouquet's Hotel in Tribeca is a bit of Paris in New York. They take inspiration from the 1930's…read morewith an Art Deco vibe. Brass, velvet and soft lighting sets the elevated tone from the moment you walk into the hidden lobby entrance. There are a number of restaurants and bars, but Titsou Bar is their speakeasy which we loved. It's named after the hotel founder, Lucien Barriere, who's daughter nicknamed him Titsou. It's a warm and elegant space modeled after their speakeasy in Paris at Hotel Barriere Fouquet's. Art Deco lamps light up the bar where the bartenders serve up delicious creations and classics. It's an absolutely beautiful room. The menu is extensive. I tried the Cigare (photo 2). It's a complex recipe combining rum and a smokey scotch (Islay) alongside Cynar (Amaro), Licor 43, Angostura bitters and a rinse of Absinthe. They garnished it with a cinnamon stick to finish off the flavor explosion. I would definitely have it again. Photo 7 is Espresso Azul which is their elevated version of an Espresso Martini. They use a high quality tequila (Ciase Azul Reposado) instead of vodka along with coffee liqueur, Demerara syrup, mole bitters, espresso and finished with the fanfare of bubble smoke. It's quite a show and was very tasty. The people watching at Titsou Bar was fantastic as New York's elite come to enjoy some serious Parisian quality. You can't go wrong having cocktails or a meal at any of the options at Fouquet's. Check them out next time you're in NYC. Salute. @thejohnnycocktail #newyork #cooljoints #cocktailphotography Cigare Zacapa 23 Rum Laphroig Scotch Licor 43 Cynar Absinthe Angostura Bitters Cinnamon Stick

We celebrated my cousin's 30th birthday at Jac's on Bond, and his wife rented the private room in…read morethe back for the party. For a group event, it worked out really well. The private space felt separate enough from the main restaurant to allow everyone to relax, mingle, and enjoy the celebration without feeling cramped. The staff did a great job taking care of our group, and service throughout the evening was friendly and attentive. The catered food was also well done. There was a nice variety of options for the group, and the cheese board was particularly impressive--beautifully presented and a great centerpiece for guests to snack on while socializing. The only downside for me came when it was time to leave. The main restaurant and bar area were absolutely packed, and making our way through the crowds was a bit overwhelming. That's more a reflection of how popular the place is on a Saturday night than anything else, but it did reinforce that it's probably not somewhere I'd choose to visit during peak hours for a regular night out. That said, for a private event, the space was excellent. Between the dedicated room, the food, and the attentive service, they did a great job hosting the celebration, and I'd definitely recommend it for a special occasion.

Oh Jac, this is my love letter to you…read more I love: - your martinis - your night vibes - your music choice - and everyone here is so nice For going out with friends it on a date, this is the place to stop by! Pro tip! If you're looking to sit, you have to have a res. If not, stop by early since they close at midnight

This place was on my to visit list for a friend and was one of the few places I was able to get a…read morereservation. The day arrived and we were seated quickly at the time of our reservations. We had two rounds consisting of: Shiso Nice, Downtown Lassi, Soft Launch and speciality OF. Everything was delicious, unique, balanced and very much a delight. The staff was helpful with their recommendations, tending to the table, etc. The kitchen was closed so I have nothing additional to add there. It was a very lovely time and an enjoyable space. Highly recommend!

Analogue is a really cool space with a laid-back but intentional vibe--definitely feels curated…read morewithout trying too hard. The room itself is stylish and comfortable, making it an easy place to settle in for a drink or two. The bourbon selection is where things really shine. There are some genuinely interesting pours on the menu, including a few dusties you don't see every day, which is always a treat for whiskey nerds. Staff seemed knowledgeable and happy to talk through options, which adds to the experience. That said, pours are priced very much in line with NYC expectations--not shocking for the city, but something to be aware of if you're planning to explore the higher-end bottles. You're paying for access and atmosphere as much as what's in the glass. Overall, a great stop for bourbon lovers looking for something a little different, especially if you appreciate rare bottles and a cool setting. Just go in knowing it's a splurge-worthy spot rather than an everyday pour.

They have quite a robust wine list! Nice atmosphere. I didn't love the patio seating options (very…read moremuch on the sidewalk), but it was much more comfortable sitting inside at the bar. The wine was great and we had an attentive server who was able to help guide us through the wine choices. Would return!

Olivia H. is clearly a paid reviewer because my experience here a few days ago felt like a literal…read moresitcom. First off, the front door is mounted on flimsy plastic hinges, so every time someone opens it, it swings open violently and knocks the vase off the nearby table. The service was somehow even worse. When I was there on Tuesday, May 19th from 8-10 PM, there was exactly ONE bartender working the entire place -- both inside and outside -- and she was unbelievably inattentive. My date and I sat at the bar for TWENTY MINUTES before she even acknowledged us or asked if we wanted drinks. I literally had to call out "Excuse me" just to order a $25 quarter-filled glass of wine. Embarrassing all around. And when we were ready to leave and wanted the check, the female bartender working on Tuesday May 19th from 8-10 PM was busy standing in the corner chatting with someone instead of helping customers. I haven't seen someone move this slowly or care this little since the DMV. TO MANAGEMENT - this was absolutely horrible, embarrassing, and unprofessional service. Clean up your act, and hire a second or even a third bartender.

Another impromptu stop on my quest to explore as many cocktail bars in town as possible…read more When you step into the Swan Room, which is adjacent to the Nine Orchard Hotel, it's like stepping back in time. Heavy, dark wood, warm stone, hidden banquets, thick rich carpet. I had: Island monk: Planteray Sealander rum, Yellow Chartreuse, pandan, guava, lemon Five citrus margarita: Lalo tequila, bergamot, satsuma mandarin, blood orange oleo, lime, citron salt Le Jardin: Citadelle Jardin gin, aquavit, carrot, dill, lemon Negroni Messicana: Yola mezcal, Xila, St. Agrestis 'Inferno', Giardino Rosso And had to soak all that up with the ham and cheese croquettes. A little steep at 22 dollars, but hot, gooey, and tasty. Made with prosciutto cotto, gruyère, romesco, guindilla peppers. So that being said, with all those ingredients, maybe 22 dollars wasn't so bad! The drinks were all delicious and very different from one another. Complex, interesting, creative. Service started off a little cool and reserved, but warmed up over time. This might make it into my regular rotation.

While the place was beautiful, our experience was less than ideal…read more We were sat at a booth enjoying our drinks until a large group showed up and sat at the booths on the left and right side of us. They were getting up continuously talking to each other and had no regard for our experience. Not sure why the staff didn't think about this before seating us. Also it took forever to get our check which made our experience even worse. We couldn't get out of there fast enough.

This is a great French/Italian restaurant masquerading as a wine bar. I'm honestly puzzled why they…read morebother with wine at all: it didn't seem that great to me. I went at 7pm on a Saturday night. The ambiance started out as a trendy wine bar: dimly lit, well-dressed guests, chatter all around. By the time we left, the music had been switched to EDM and was cranked all the way up: it felt as if they were starting to become more of a nightclub, to be honest! The wine was alright: our servers seemed quite overworked and weren't very interested in helping me choose out a good wine for me to try, which was a bit disappointing. The food, however, was amazing: I got the raclette flatbread and the homemade meatballs, and I was shocked that everything was delicious! I don't expect wine bars to have food, much less good food.

The ambiance and service were great! They recommended a good wine to pair with our food and were…read morevery attentive. The food was not great but definitely not bad. I would go back just for the service alone though! I did also notice that it was dog friendly which was a plus for me.