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    Oscar Wilde

    3.8 (1.7k reviews)
    Closed 2:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
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    Kwasi D.

    Great music, lively atmosphere, and an impressive drink selection. Oscar Wilde has a unique, over-the-top vibe that makes it feel like more than just a bar. Definitely a fun experience and worth checking out while in NYC.

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    Sharon M.

    Came here for a friends birthday dinner. Great vibes -- the place was decked out in Alice in wonderland decor, and the DJ was amazing that night, playing early 2000s classics. Ordered the hanger steak medium rare, & it was pretty good.

    Genie M.

    Went for a friend's birthday! We caught happy hour and a Fifa match! Great vibes from the bar staff and the crowd! The guacamole/broccoli was refreshing! The beet salad with shrimp was perfect for a summer day! The prosecco was delicious! I heard the chicken wings were good! I enjoyed mushrooms with parmesan! Great spot! I would definitely return! Loved it!

    Raven R.

    What a gorgeous bar to celebrate the man, the myth, the legend. I had just reread The Picture of Dorian Gray with my book club so this was a fitting experience. The interior is beautiful, every corner is eye catching. They even have a screen that showcases his famous quotes. They have an extensive drink menu with themed cocktails. It was busy so things might get a bit delayed but the staff was nice. We ordered a bunch of cocktails. The Exile- This is a sweet and refreshing drink with raspberries, strawberries, vodka, and finished with greek mastiha mint. Secret Knock- This is a smoky drink with a bit of a bite. You get peach liqueur with cinnamon smoke, bitters, and yellowstone bourbon. Robbie's Reverie- This starts with violet gin, lemon, rhubarb, and tonic. Strong and citrusy. Devil's Kiss- You start with tempranillo, a little bit of strawberry apertif and orange liqueur, Finished with blackcurrant and brandy. Fruity with a kick. Great experience overall!

    Danielle J.

    Just the coolest! Unbelievable decor and atmosphere with essentially wall to wall bar space. Well crafted drinks and plates. Thoughtful service. A must see in NYC!

    Ashley B.

    This place visually draws you in and during the holiday season it just feels really special. With all that being said, be prepared for a packed restaurant, pricey drinks, and long lines. Again, if you're in that holiday spirit, it's definitely worth a visit but just be prepared for a lot of others looking to stop by too.

    Johana B.

    What an incredible surprise to find Oscar Wilder on our trip to NYC! We actually saw it on Yelp but it looked like a beautiful library theme restaurant. Come to find out, they change their decorations often & always have different themes. This was the Alice & Wonderland theme! We caught about 40 mins of Happy Hour, so it was nice to order their specialty Sangria cocktails (Hudson).. it was unlike any other sangria, it was fresh, fruity, and sparkling!! Perfect combo.. The grilled chicken dinner may sound boring.. but it was perfect! The chicken had a wonderful lemony grilled taste, super soft & the veggies as well.. Just writing this, makes me want it have it again. The Truffle Arancini were a perfect appetizer cooked crispy, sauce was fresh & mozzarella just right.. and of course how can you go wrong w/ truffle fries.. Not featured was also the Truffle Gnocchi which was also very good..

    Heather R.

    Happy hour is the way to go at Oscar Wilde without a doubt. The oysters were absolutely amazing very cream with a fresh taste along with drinks a dirty martini and ice coffee. The atmosphere was amazing the decor was very Oscar Wilde era with that poetic vibe

    Anne F.

    Oscar Wilde is a bit of a gimmick, I'd say, a hit among the themed-bars crowd and impressive to anyone not native to New York. I found the hodgepodge of old-timey decor to be a bit kitsch, but to each their own. I came with a group on a weeknight with no reservation. We were seated immediately on a high wood table. Although the bar wasn't busy (there were plenty of empty spaces, small groups scattered throughout the area), the service was quite slow. The server was inattentive and took a while to take our orders. We had to ask her for water three times, searching for her across the room in an attempt to catch her attention. She was a bit absent during the two-ish hours we were there. On the bright side, the drinks were fairly good. I ordered this strawberry vodka cocktail topped with whole mint. I'm wary of vodka for its harsh, unpleasant taste, but I found this drink to actually be very pleasant, tasing like a fruit smoothie you'd get from a local juicer. There was also a burgundy drink served on a wine glass that tasted like the holidays. I liked that one quite a bit. Overall, Oscar Wilde was an okay experience. It's certainly a bar for a certain type of crowd, and the service was lacking, but maybe we went on a bad night. Maybe if you're lucky, you'll be served better than we were.

    Ivo A.

    As someone who has spent my entire career in hospitality, I don't impress easily-but Oscar Wilde Bar exceeded every expectation. From the moment I walked in, I was captivated by the décor and ambiance. Every corner has been thoughtfully designed with incredible attention to detail, creating one of the most unique and immersive bar experiences I've ever had. The level of intention behind the design is truly second to none. The cocktails were outstanding-creative, beautifully balanced, and expertly crafted. Every drink felt purposeful and showcased real talent behind the bar. Despite the venue being absolutely packed, the service remained warm, personal, and genuinely attentive. Bartender Juan was exceptional, and manager Andrii led by example with true hospitality. I initially had a seat that wasn't ideal, and without me saying a single word, they noticed. As soon as a better seat became available, they proactively offered to move me. That simple gesture spoke volumes about their awareness and commitment to guest experience. It's easy to deliver great service when a room is half empty. It's much harder when every seat is full, and that's exactly when this team shined the brightest. Bravo to the entire Oscar Wilde Bar team, especially Juan and Andrii. Experiences like this remind me why genuine hospitality is an art. I can't wait to return.

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    Christine L.

    Met up with some friends for drinks for St. Patrick's day. Very festive & happening bar/restaurant. My friend made a reservation, and we got there earlier, but was called to sit quickly. The menu is a sign on a QR code on the table. Happy hour is 2-6 and just made it with minutes to spare. We wanted to order a pitcher of sangria but waitress told us they don't do pitchers. We all go single glasses instead. Drinks came out fast. They aren't overly strong. It was also a good portion. We also ordered buffalo cauliflower bites and hummus and naan. I didnt even get a chance to take a picture. Everything came out nice and hot. Very tasty, don't sleep on the food! There was also dancing and music. Can get pretty loud but all in good fun. Had a great time, try to go for happy hour!

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    Kathie H.

    The interior here is INSANE! So cool - it was Alice in Wonderland themed and the lights were moving. My eggs benedict was great. Service was good. Super lucky we went here after our other res fell through - my friends loved it!

    Desiree F.

    I stopped into this restaurant for lunch! When I arrived I parked on the street nearby. I walked into this magical Christmas bar with many people! I was sat and ordered with Sophia and she was great! I ordered: Mrs Claus' Mulled Wine Steak & Eggs Trial by Fire Wagyu Beef Sliders Organic Grilled Chicken Shepherd's Pie My favorite were the sliders! All in all a great experience!

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    Ask the Community - Oscar Wilde

    Does the entire party have to do afternoon tea? Can one person have afternoon tea and the other order from lunch or brunch menu?

    We all ordered from different menus.

    How do you get someone to answer the phone?

    Get a reputation for short calls.

    On which brunch day is the drag brunch Saturday or Sunday?

    Are kids allowed to go there? On Saturday night?

    Yes Kids are allowed here.

    What time is happy hour on weekdays? I can't find a menu or info about this anywhere

    What is the dress code and are walk-ins allowed?

    Casual dress code and walk ins are permitted but reservations are recommended because they get booked pretty often.

    Is this business kid-friendly?

    I would not bring kids here tbh

    Do they accept walk-ins for dinner for 2ppl during holiday season? If yes is it a table or bar seating?

    Yea they do! But bar seating and it's first come first serve. It does get pretty crowded so i would highly suggest making a reservation

    So I'm looking to come for dinner for Christmas Eve. Do you recommend dinner or just come for drinks after?

    It's a busy and noisy place - but great fun. If that works - have dinner!

    Can you make a reservation for drinks only or does it have to be a meal?

    You can just go in to get drinks at any of the bars

    Is this place kid friendly for brunch?

    I wouldn't bring kids here. It's really compact and loud

    Good for a toddler?

    Very crowded and noisy. Not sure if there is room for a stroller etc

    What kind of music do they play?

    How long will Christmas decorations be up?

    I have been trying to call for a week now just to check if me and my friend could walk in for some drinks and if the indoor is open cuz this place has been on my list and I haven't been able to reach to them?

    yes you can walk in. yes the inside is open

    Is this a place where you can dress up in like a dress and heels or is it mostly casual?

    I would say it is a healthy mix. I wouldn't go wearing sweats but you could definitely rock a dress and heels or jeans, a nice top and booties. It just depends on what you are there for!

    Can I do a walk in for 2 even though there aren't any spots available for reservation?

    absolutely - and there is ample seating at the BAR which also provides a full menu and service. Enjoy!

    When did you stop being a gay bar? When I started going I was told by staff it was a gay bar. Is this why you play loud 80s music? The bar is quite beautiful and is named after an openly gay man. Talk about irony...

    We are a bar open to all.

    Is there a certain time people under age of 21 can't enter? like some other restaurants.

    Should be fine. There was no door person checking IDS when I went. It has a bar but also a sizable dining area. If anything just call and ask.

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    Thyme Bar - Happy hour cocktails and drinks at Thyme Bar NYC in New York

    Thyme Bar

    4.1(353 reviews)
    0.2 miFlatiron
    $$

    Walked in on a Wednesday night around 8pm and my friend and I were seated almost immediately. We…read morewere pleasantly surprised by the new Aegean menu, which featured drinks inspired by countries by the Mediterranean Sea. It was my first time there but I was expecting the menu I saw online, not this new one. We tried 2 drinks: one inspired by Turkish figs and one inspired by lemons and the "Miracle Berry", which inverts your palate and turns sour into sweet! I really enjoyed both drinks. The figs one came with a sweet fig granola bite and the lemon one really did taste sweet after eating the "Miracle Berry"! I'd definitely come back to try their many other drinks.

    Wanted one more drink to end the night so stopped in late on a weeknight…read more The drinks were really quite good. I liked how they organized the menu by country/geography to facilitate an understanding of the flavor profiles. I got two of the date & fig-flavored smoked whisky drinks and it was a well made, balanced, and very good. Not cheap at some $25 or something, but middle of Manhattan with some creative ingredients means I guess it is what it is. Servers seemed a bit annoyed to have to deal with us shortly before close as I think they were hoping to usher people out and close down maybe a little early. One the one hand I get it, on the other hand you've got two paying customers on a slow night.

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    Thyme Bar - Pistachio - Reni Raki, Pistachio Orgeat, Rose Water, Black Lime, mint

    Pistachio - Reni Raki, Pistachio Orgeat, Rose Water, Black Lime, mint

    Thyme Bar - TZATZIKI POTATO CHIPS with CAVIAR

    TZATZIKI POTATO CHIPS with CAVIAR

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    Patent Pending - Bar area.

    Patent Pending

    4.2(436 reviews)
    0.0 miFlatiron
    $$$

    Stopped in here for after-work drinks with some friends and loved the vibe! This has been on my…read morelist to visit for a while now and I honestly didn't realize how closeby it is! Patent Pending is has such cool speakeasy vibes, think dimmed lighting and candles at each table in a very intimate space. Our plan was to get wine and a cheese board however, the kitchen was closed due to a family emergency. We could only order chips or bar nuts with our drinks. Disappointing but what can you do? We ordered both the chips and bar nuts to go along with our drinks. And instead of wine, I opted for a cocktail! They have a pretty extensive cocktail menu with all these crazy concoctions. I went for the Strange Magic which was citrusy and refreshing. I'll definitely be back to visit again and hopefully next time will get the cheese board :)

    One of my friends and I were looking to grab a drink before calling it a night. She had been to…read morePatent Pending before and had good things to say, and since it wasn't too far from us we decided to head over. Patent Pending is a speakeasy, located behind Patent Coffee. It was dark when we entered the coffee shop but an ajar door gave way to the bar. The decor is a homage to the works of Nikola Tesla, which can be seen in the subtle electric theme throughout the space and the naming of the cocktails. The space isn't too large - the bar and stools take up most of the space but they also have some booths/tables. The place looks great. The cocktail menu is very creative - I got one of their seasonal mixes that was actually two drinks in one. The main cocktail was meant to be sipped first and they provided a small glass of beer to be sipped after. The name escapes me but it was very good. Since we had cocktails at dinner, we only stayed for one round. Service was good, and overall I enjoyed my time at Patent Pending. I would definitely return to explore more of their menu.

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    Entry to Patent Pending

    Patent Pending - Strange Magic Cocktail (~$21)

    Strange Magic Cocktail (~$21)

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    Little Ned - the lil' ned wagyu katsu sando

    Little Ned

    4.7(55 reviews)
    0.1 miFlatiron

    I was looking for a spot in the area to meet a friend, and after a quick search settled on Little…read moreNed. As I walked in and saw just how swanky this place is I panicked - there was no way we could just walk in here without a reservation, right? But the hostess was, thankfully, so down to earth. I was straight up like hey I totally messed up and thought we could just walk in here, she was like you know what, let me see what we have. Lo and behold, she did have a table for us - as long as we were out in an hour and a half, which was just the right amount of time. Stepping into this place feels like you're in some secret, super special cocktail club. Decor is super high end, vibes are upscale AF. The cocktail menu is incredible -- and incredibly pricey, but truly worth it. I ordered the Valentino which was strong and sweet, really well made. They gave out a complimentary nut mix that was also delicious. Service was swift and gracious. If you're looking for a spot to impress a date, this is it.

    Come to Little Ned for fantastic cocktails in an intimate setting, you won't be disappointed…read more The space is gorgeous, with bar and table seating on the main floor, as well as some standing tables next to the bar if you can't find a seat right away. There's also seating on the second floor, perfect for couples or small groups. I tried two of their cocktails when I went. The first was the Eastern Julep, a delicious twist on a classic. The mint Moroccan tea gave the drink a cool, refreshing taste on every sip. I also tried the Silver Screen, the closest drink I could find to an old fashioned. It was interesting, there was definitely a hint of a buttery taste. Overall a really balanced bourbon drink. I walked in and found room at the standing tables. A bar seat eventually opened up but I was already on my second drink by then. Definitely make reservations if you're planning a visit!

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    Saturn

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    Yankee Hanky Panky

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    Dear Irving Gramercy - Bar

    Dear Irving Gramercy

    4.3(799 reviews)
    0.6 miGramercy, Union Square, Flatiron
    $$$

    Beautiful space with great staff and comfortable seats…read more Sunday night, party of 3.Had dinner nearby for a friend's birthday and she chose this for after-dinner drinks. There are three different themes of decor as you walk through, and the staff said it was themed after Midnight in Paris. Very comfortable and easy to have a conversation. We each ordered one drink: Zero Proof(n/a)- full sun Latin Matrix A glass of red wine (unfortunately I didn't note which she ordered.) The staff overheard we were celebrating a birthday and offered us each a complimentary drink after we had already closed out so that we could do a birthday cheers (since one person doesn't drink, one of the complimentary sparkling drinks was also non-alcoholic). I highly recommend!

    Date: Monday, March 2nd, 2026 Time: around 8pm…read moreParty of: 1 Accolades: No.26 North America's 50 Best Bars 2022 *Whiskey Business ($21) *Tax ($1.86) I had a little bit of time to kill before heading to dinner. Since it was right next to where I was leaving my friends, I decided to see if I could get a seat at the bar without a reservation. I checked in with the host and she said they had room. So no rezzie needed that night when solo. The bar area is very dark and intimate. I only had time for one drink and decided on the one above. It was nicely balanced. I'm a whisky girl, especially rye, so I enjoyed sipping on this. A nice stop on the way to diner. I was here years ago, but that experience is a little hazy. Glad I was able to revisit. REVIEW #4002

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    The Tusk Bar

    The Tusk Bar

    4.5(44 reviews)
    0.2 miFlatiron
    Full bar
    Romantic vibe

    We were passing the historic, beaux arts Evelyn Hotel and decided to take a look inside. We found a…read morevery cute bar inside, and decided to have a drink. Courtney & Lee, behind the bar, were so friendly & charming, and we ended up having a very nice conversation with them while enjoying Hugo Spritz cocktails. The colorful tiles added warmth to the space; the marble bar top was beautiful; the chandeliers harken back to the hotel's 1905 beginnings. It's an intimate space with great cocktails and wonderful, welcoming staff.

    Manhattan, NY (NoMad) - tucked inside the Evelyn Hotel, the dark and moody ambience of Tusk Bar…read morefeels clandestine and chic. The well-crafted cocktails present thoughtful riffs on the classics, inventive without being showy. While the dim lighting and intimate atmosphere practically beg for a secret rendezvous (there's an ostrich involved), I met up with a friend for the decidedly unscandalous purpose of doing our intention setting for the year over libations and nibbles. I opted for a pastel sour while my companion asked for a drink called The Last Word - it was no longer on the menu but they obligingly made it for us anyway. The menu consists of mostly small plates and is seafood forward, but we shared a petite dish of steak frites, tender and cooked perfectly medium rare. Our server was very sweet but service was slow on the night, and by the time we received our utensils the food was cold. However we were not rushed and were able to linger a bit to finish our conversation. For those who savor finely concocted cocktails paired with fresh raw bar offerings in a salon-like setting, this is the spot for you.

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    The Tusk Bar
    The Tusk Bar
    The Tusk Bar

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