A Must-Visit NYC Gem: Incredible Music, Food, and Energy! If you want the ultimate New York City night out, Prohibition is the place to be! We had an absolute blast from the moment we stepped inside. The whole experience--from the warm welcome at the door to the high-energy live music--was 10/10. The Food Experience: Truly Next Level The food here isn't just "bar snacks"--it's a full-on culinary experience. We tried several dishes and honestly, every single one was a hit: * Grandma's Sunday Sauce: This was the star of the show. It's pure comfort in a bowl and tastes like it's been simmering for days. * The Bacon: You can't go wrong here. It's perfectly prepared, smoky, and dangerously addictive. * The Burrata: So fresh and creamy--the perfect way to start the meal. * Crispy Shrimp: These had the perfect crunch and were packed with flavor. The Vibes & Service The host set the tone right away with a great welcome, and the service throughout the night was seamless. It's rare to find a spot that balances a sophisticated "speakeasy" atmosphere with such friendly, attentive staff. And of course, the music! The live band was electric and kept the energy high all night long. The "Roaring 20s" vibe is so well-done--it feels intimate but exciting at the same time. Final Verdict I would definitely suggest Prohibition to everyone! Whether you're a local or just visiting the city, this is the spot for great food, amazing service, and a vibe you won't find anywhere else. We'll definitely be back for more! read more

I have resided on the UWS for over 38+ years, and have a love relationship with Prohibition fine dining & Jazz venue since 2003. A soulful music haven, paying homage to the 1920's flavor; with impromptu melody goodness. During one of my frequent hangout appearances, Chaka Khan graced her presence, shut the house down & blew the roof off the building. The delectable food, savory flavors and my favorites are: Tuna Poke Crisps, Lollipop Lamb Chops, Crackling Pork Shank, Wild Mushroom Gnocchi, and "Pro" Pie for Two. There insanely delicious flavored cocktails are: The Bootlegger Old Fashioned and Frozen Cosmo; not watered down. Trust me, their electrify, high energetic toxicating vibe is suitable for all who are curious, daring and want pure fun from a live bang or gut wrenching melodically sound from his, her or their voices, puts a spell all over you; and I LOVED IT The staff, deserve an open blank check or countless gratuity for keeping their attention on you, so you want for nothing. Just enjoy the food, cocktails and the live band; so you can drift into the atmosphere and feel it wrap around you lovingly. Oh, I highly recommend Prohibition, just because...treat yourself, don't cheat yourself. read more

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Live music was great! Really talented band and singer, great vibe, nice scene. Perfect espresso martinis. Lots of bites to share like tuna tartar, perfect crunch and a tickle of spice :) read more

Great food, great service, great live music. Would definitely recommend. Try to get a reservation because this place gets packed! read more

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Prohibition is an awesome bar, restaurant and live music venue. They open at 4:30pm and start serving food at 5pm. They have an awesome happy hour with $12 cocktails and $8 wine. I had the tom cat tonic and it was amazing!!! I did the restaurant week menu which was $45 for 3 courses - I chose the heirloom carrots, gnocchi and chocolate cake. It was a solid, good meal. The bar snacks sounded good too and are only $10 during happy hour. Service was spectacular, very attentive and friendly. The restaurant is pretty large and has a speakeasy bar in the back. The bathroom situation is not ideal - located down a flight of stairs past an open kitchen, but what can you do? Live music begins at 7pm and runs for most of the evening. Truly underrated hip spot in a neighborhood that lacks a bit of edge at times. read more

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We came to this place to have a get together with friends. The ambiance was incredible! Very chic and low lighting was perfect for a Saturday night. They had live music which was also so much fun! We sang along and enjoyed our drinks and food. My husband got the braised pork shank and I got the grandmas sauce pasta dish. DELICIOUS!! We had the lamb and burratta with truffle fries to share- also to die for. We ended the night with some espresso martinis for a sweet ending. Amazing food, great service and entertainment. Definitely will come back! Ask for Ty! Best server!! read more

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Another exceptional visit to Prohibition. Great food, outstanding cocktails. Great vibes with a live singer. read more

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It's all about the vibes. Went here for drinks ONLY, and musical performance. Before you come in, there's already a $20 fee for entrance. The musical group or band changes every weekend or every night I think. But for that night, it was a band singing all the great tunes of 90s and early aughts. It was great. We had two glasses of Chardonnay each, service was nice and quick. Will come back and check out the food next time! read more

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We hosted a private event here for a group of abouttwelve people, and I cannot say enough good things about the experience. From planning through execution, everything was smooth and thoughtful. The service was excellent, the food and drinks were fantastic, and the overall atmosphere was exactly what we were looking for. The live music was the perfect addition and really elevated the entire evening. If you are looking for a place to host a private gathering, or simply want a memorable night out with great service and ambiance, this is an excellent choice. We will absolutely be returning. read more

Was never a big fan of this place , it's ALWAYS overcrowded , overpriced and I feel like there aren't enough exist in case of emergency when the place is packed . Just not a fan read more

We came here for a family dinner on a Saturday night and the service was superb! Parker is just the best! They had a wonderful manager named David -- he rocks! As far as food, I had the best fish and chips I've had in my 59 years. The music was great, and they even brought us a sweet treat from the kitchen. 10/10 would recommend! read more

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We originally booked the Baylander for our son's 1st birthday, but due to inclement weather, we had to move our party over to Prohibition. From booking our party a couple months ago, up until the very last moments of our event, all of the staff that we communicated with and worked with were extremely helpful, friendly, and flexible and they truly made our son's first birthday an event to remember forever! For the price point, I think it's money well spent. Because the food was delicious, and all of our guests commented that they enjoyed the food and drinks. We hired our own outside entertainment, and we were also allowed to bring in outside catering, strictly for a whole lechon carving and a custom cake, so I thought that was nice of the establishment to allow us to do that. They also had A/V equipment available that allowed us to loop a slideshow that I had made. They handled our cake cutting and even helped us clean up at the end of the event. If I had another special occasion to have a party, I would work with this group again! read more

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My wife and I recently held our wedding reception at Prohibition, and we couldn't be happier. We originally planned to host at The Baylander, but due to inclement weather, we had to make a last-minute pivot less than a week before the big day. Mike, Kayly, and the entire staff did a fantastic job navigating the transition. They handled the logistics seamlessly, allowing us to actually enjoy our night. The venue accommodated our 160 guests perfectly--a group ranging from 6 months to 80 years old. Everyone felt comfortable, and we've received so much positive feedback from guests about what a great time they had. We are incredibly grateful to the team and highly recommend them. Let the music play on! read more

I have had our staff holiday party here twice. Both times the space accommodated well over 120 people easily. We did passed hors d'oeuvres and cocktails. They offer multiple menu options, depending on your budget and set up preference. The staff is super accommodating and I love their cool outfits with suspenders, which match the cool space and decor. There are plenty of bathrooms for the number of people we had in the space and two full bars so didn't feel crowded. There is a stage for entertainment and they let us bring in our own DJ, but also offered to help provide us with entertainment if needed. The space in front of the stage was cleared of tables so that people could dance, and dance they did!! Michael the owner was very kind and allowed us to reschedule not once but twice without penalty and was very understanding. He checked in throughout the party to make sure everyone was good and even followed up afterwards. Food is delicious. drinks were great and plentiful and the venue was cost friendly. They also offered coat check, since we had the party during the winter months, which I find most places cannot accommodate and so then you end up with a sea of coats everywhere. Necessary! All and all great space. Great staff. Great price. Great location. Clean space. Great food. And my team had a great time. We will be back. Thank you Prohibition Team , From the Mount Sinai Breast Cancer Team. read more

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Good food, good cocktails , great music! My friends had a wonderful time! Looking forward to going back.

We had a great time at prohibition! The live music was great, the drinks were delicious and the staff on top of everything, even though it was very busy. Highly recommend! read more

Enjoyed our time here. Had some drinks and food. Food is surprisingly good. The pretzel was lovely. The fries were delicious and addicting. Sliders were also solid. Bartenders were quick and attentive. I saw the speakeasy in the back but didnt go in. Good spot overall. read more

Prohibition is by far one of my all time favorite places to be. Either for a quick happy hour after work or for a private event I am never disappointed. Drinks on point, food always delicious and the staff is absolutely amazing, attentive and welcoming. The vibes is so chill and relaxed I'll always be a loyal patron. read more

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We came during happy hour only to leave upset that we didn't get a happy hour menu. The egg roll starter was super tiny and $15. Then the burrata was $20 and only came with two pieces of bread. We got charged another $5 for extra toasted bread. I can see why this place is called prohibition. I plan to live up to its name and not come back. I should've skipped going there to begin with. There are way too many other places around with true happy hours. read more

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Went here for the music on Saturday. Great band. Very crowded, but that's because it's a fun place with a good band and fun vibe. We sat at bar seats for first half hour and ordered our wine and beer. Just before band starts, they move the bar seats. So ok, we stand for the rest. Fun music made all worthwhile! read more

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After finding Prohibition online (and never having been there!) I had my birthday party there last weekend and just could not have been happier with the room, staff, food, drinks, ambience...EVERYTHING. From my first call with Michael, every interaction was warm, friendly, and professional. Kayly was so helpful! We had an open bar and passed apps in the back room with 50 guests in attendance. The price was reasonable and per item, not per head, a real find in NYC! Contract terms were fair. The drinks were delicious and Jess didn't limit us to the menu. The crab cakes and mac & cheese pops were particularly well-received. I was permitted to bring in my own dessert with only a very reasonable fee attached and we had full access to the sound system and microphone. While I can't speak to a main dining room experience, I can tell you that, if you're looking for a party venue, you won't find a better one in Manhattan. Thank you to Michael and his team for a night I'll never forget. All the stars. read more

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Great local spot for drinks! Sat in the heated outdoor area to grab a quick drink before dinner and it was excellent! Service was attentive and kind and the cosmopolitan & Martini were both excellent! We will be back! read more

I went there with a large group of 9 on Saturday night to see the band Twisted Charm. The band was amazing and we had excellent service. We originally had a table for 6 and the management went out of their way to accommodate 3 extra people. We had great service and a wonderful experience! read more

Such a fun place to hang out with friends! The manager, David, was over the top helpful and welcoming. They were extremely busy last night and stepped in and made us feel like old friends. Music and atmosphere were great for a fun night out read more

10/10 this is my absolute favorite place. We come here every week for happy hour and everyone has become my friends. Recommendations: giggle water and frozen cosmo!!! The ambiance is so cozy in the winter and the perfect summer happy hour! Truly my favorite read more

Last night I had another fantastic evening at Prohibition. It's a must-visit spot for a night out on the Upper West Side. The ambiance is warm and lively, the food is consistently great, and it's one of the only places with a live band playing music adults can really enjoy. Service is always friendly and the vibe is just right. Solid 10 out of 10 stars from me -- highly recommend. read more

Had the good fortune of celebrating their 30 yr anniversary. Great drink specials and fun live music. Good cozy lighting and friendly bartenders. Great crowd! Had a great time! read more

Live music almost every night, great service, pretty decent food and good happy hour ! Good to go out with friends and have a fun night out

Staff is amazing at accommodating special requests and go above and beyond. We went here last year for our daughter's 2 year bday because they have live music. We had such a great experience, we did it again this year for her third. Another exceptional experience, our daughter had a blast, and felt so special all night long! Such a gem on the UWS. read more

We recently hosted our engagement party at Prohibition, and I cannot say enough good things about the entire experience! From the start, the manager and staff were so accommodating and helped with every detail to ensure the event went off without a hitch. The food was absolutely outstanding--our guests are still raving about it! Every dish was delicious and perfectly presented. The staff at Prohibition went above and beyond, offering impeccable service with a personal touch that made us feel like we were the only ones there. Their attention to detail and seamless execution truly made the event stress-free and memorable for us. We are so grateful to everyone at Prohibition for making our special day even more amazing. Highly recommend this venue for any special occasion! read more

Arrived to set up an old school Alum event. Manager was brilliant - most helpful . Bartender on point and hugely accommodating....all evening. Natalie arrived to see if all was well - super helpful again. The food was on time and perfect for the occcasion. Great place for an Alum event - we set up flags, Swag and banners...all without an issue. Could not make a higher recommendation. Thank you. read more

Everything from the super attentive service, delicious food and awesome live band was A++ . Which made for an unforgettable night out with my wife and our friends on Valentines day! It was our first time and we'll definitely be back! read more

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Came here on a Saturday night for the bar part so can't comment on the food. There's a $10 cover charge that you can pay by card. They had live music with a band. There are hooks under the bar you can hang your coat. Nice for a casual night out. Nice vibes, definitely an older crowd for sure though. read more

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Great food. Great service. Workers are totally about making your experience great. Fine pricing. Great everything.

Found this place on Yelp and came here for drinks with the boys. Had an amazing time. The bartender Jess was very welcoming and friendly. She made really good recommendations and great cocktails. The speakeasy in the back is the place to be! read more

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Grade school girlfriends came from 3 different states to celebrate our 64th birthdays at Prohibition. The hostess was amazed at our longevity as friends and promptly seated us at a high top while the live music played. The drinks were specially crafted and the food was plentiful and delicious. We were offered dessert but because life is so uncertain, we ate our dessert before we came!! We left happy and walked home. Not long after, I received a call that I had forgotten my cool, new, one of a kind blue jean purse by the hostess/ manager Miranda. We went back and retrieved the purse and talked more about the fact that we were lifelong friends celebrating at Prohibition. Thanks for a wonderful experience and an honest fun staff! read more

We hosted a private event for about 50 people at Prohibition and could not be more pleased. The staff, particularly Kayly, were professional, responsive and a pleasure to work with. Many of our guests commented on the quality of the food and the service. All-in-all it was a top-notch experience. Highly recommended. read more

Service here is amazing! David is very personable and Gracie at the front welcomed my friends and I! Made the experience here very enjoyable! Such a great night at Prohibition! read more

Vibe was hopping. we had back room for birthday. Noah, Heidi, and bar tender were fun and took care of everything. Food and drinks were fantastic! read more

Another birthday at Prohibition--another wonderful celebration! From food to drinks to most welcoming staff and, of course, live music it was magical(as always). If you have never been there, go as soon as you can. I drive almost 3 hours to be there, and it's always worth it!" read more