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    Raines Law Room

    4.3 (1.7k reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Classy
    Good for groups

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    Tiffany V.

    Truly phenomenal and inventive cocktails in an intimate cozy setting! Love the rotating menu and attentive service here! A great spot after work, date night, or girls night! Came on a saturday night around 9pm, and luckily we were able to walk in with no resy with no wait !

    Jake B.

    Really cool speakeasy. The environment is really cool, with spread out couches separated by curtains. The staff were kind and efficient. Great place to hang out and have good conversation. It's pricey, but for a good reason. The drinks are wonderful, and the whole experience is worthwhile.

    Nina C.

    Cute speakeasy in Chelsea with some wild wallpaper, both in the main room and in the bathroom (remember to look at the wall for surprises!!). The vibe was nice and cozy, service was friendly, and drinks were delicious. We had a reservation and was seated immediately.

    Espresso martini
    Clara S.

    This is still one of my top go-to places for cocktails in the city. And the vibe-- it's to die for!!

    Rosa Y.

    This place is very New York and I absolutely loved it. Great intimate environment. The rooms are beautiful and classy. Drinks were delicious. Servers were very attentive.

    Pamela P.

    Great place to get a drink and an intimate conversation. Their drinks are well served and they offer a creative menu, our favorite cocktail was called full of gold. small bites are also available but we didn't try them in this occasion. We came in with no reservation last Saturday night and the hostess was a lovely person who was able to accommodate us within just a couple of minutes, first at the bar and about 30 minutes later we were assigned a table. It was our first time in this bar and I will be encouraging people to try it as it was totally worth it. I would suggest is best to make a reservation in advance because it gets busy.

    Dani V.

    Absolutely love this place, definitely still has that speakeasy vibe. The drinks are top notch. You can tell the bartenders really know what they're doing. I've never had a bad cocktail here. It's also super chill, great music, comfortable seating. Music is not too loud so you can still have a decent conversation with your friends. Definitely recommend.

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    Penni S.

    We were in town on a Mother/Daughter trip and wanted to go to a Speakeasy. Our first experience did not disappoint. The charming discreet entrance was exactly what we hoped for. Inside was a dark & intimate setting with couches and tables. We enjoyed the outdoor patio. The blankets were a nice touch. The drinks were well executed and delicious. Definitely would say this is a classy place that was a highlight of our NYC experience.

    Forum S.

    I loved this speakeasy cocktail spot. I've been to so many places and rarely do I walk out thinking that the drinks are worth it. Raines drinks were definitely worth it. I also loved how nicely decorated the patio area was. It's so different than the inside - brightly lit and airy. They also give you blankets when you sit out there so you won't be cold. Service was fast and they checked in on us quite often. I love the concept of ringing a doorbell to get in. Inside it feels very dark and intimate, a perfect spot for a romantic date night. The patio area feels like a spot for friends to grab drinks.

    Alex Z.

    this location is a bit different than their uptown location, it's more low key and simple. we didnt have reservation but it was easy to walk in without too long of the wait, i was told a 30mins wait but was able to get in in 15mins. There's a large selection of cocktail that looks very interesting, i tried two different cocktails but still didnt find the perfect one for me. Our service was odd, there are multiple waiters, I was not sure which one actually was our waiter and was hard to get their attention, feel like they are also kinda rushing us.

    Taylor Z.

    The lounge is so comfy and intimate. All the drinks were so tasty and interesting. Some of my favorite was the peanut butter whisky one and lychee. If you can get a res, must visit.

    Becca G.

    Not cheap, but worth coming back (for like a fourth time!) to try to get in. Lovely staff and a very good cocktail in a very cool setting.

    Lychee drink
    Brooke B.

    I did appreciate that this bar had a unique theme around "Raines Law." The lychee drink I had was good but super sweet - which I guess would be expected. It's a dark, moody speakeasy that I can see as a good date night spot but there are also a couple couches for seatings of larger groups. The drinks took a while to get to us. Take a close look at the wallpaper in the bathroom for a fun surprise!

    "sweater weather" bourbon cocktail

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    Ask the Community - Raines Law Room

    Can you smoke cigars there?

    No, unfortunately we are a non smoking facility.

    Do they play music?

    Music was on but low if memory serves me right. There wasn’t live music when we were there and I’m not sure where the person would have room to perform. This is very a intimate, upscale, and our favorite speakeasy in NYC.

    Do you have to be fully vaccinated?

    They didn't ask or check for vaccination cards when I was there in November 2022

    Is the outdoor garden area heated?

    The garden patio is heated by propane and our sidewalk patio is heated by inferred heaters.

    Are they hosting the 60s themed tiki pop-up at this location or at The William location?

    Hi Sarah, Thank you for your interest in Exotica VIII.… 

    Is this place good for music and dancing?

    It's more of a sit down with a classy ambiance. There's no dancing.

    How do make a reservation from Yelp? I don't even see a phone number listed anywhere.?

    I did it through their website which uses Resy. Very easy. You can do it up to 2 weeks out. Definitely recommend a reservation to get in.

    Do I need a reservation?

    Thursday -Sunday evenings, I would say yes. But on any other day, no. I went in on a Thursday around 5:30pm and was seated immediately.

    How would this place be for a solo woman over 40?

    You don't have to be seated on the lounge couches. You can request to stay by the bar with the bartender and groups waiting for seating. You can people watch, enjoy cocktails, and make conversation with the people there!

    Is this place good for large groups?

    No, but it's great for an intimate group of 4-6. It gets packed, so try to get on the list early and be prepared to wait.

    What is the weekly schedule for live music?

    No live music here

    Is this place good for dancing?

    no

    Where do I book a reservation? Don't see a place on yelp. I try to book on the Raines site hitting the "Reserve" box and it redirects to yelp.com where there is nowhere to…

    You may make a reservation on their website. Reservations are only accepted on Sunday, Monday, & Tuesday.

    Can anyone tell me if there is a dress code, ie no hats (not referring to baseball hat), is casual ok?

    Doesn't appear to be a dress code. I'm in jeans and a hoodie.

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    Review Highlights - Raines Law Room

    To get in you have to first go through a very unassuming door, walk down 10 steps and ring the doorbell.

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    Valerie

    Valerie

    4.3(1.4k reviews)
    1.4 miMidtown West
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    My wife and I took our kids (10 and 16 year old boys) to this place on our last evening in NYC. We…read morewere looking for a place that had a nice ambiance and good food. Ambiance: This place has a nice ambiance, definitely very "New York" -- dark (you can't see how dirty the floor is) and loud music (maybe too loud). We sat upstairs (we had a reservation) and of all the people on the top there was a party of 4 (us), a party of 8 (all dudes celebrating something) and the rest of the tables were on a DATE - which I thought was funny. Service: We were served by Ann-Marie who was so delightful. She was kind, super nice, and took the time to speak to us (which is basically how we figured out she wasn't a native New York City person). She gave us good food suggestions and we were very happy with our selection. Food: Here is what we ordered * Steak Frites: My two boys got the steak frites and I have to say the steak was awesome! I had a bite of each of theirs and they each ordered it differently (one Medium Rare/Medium and one Medium) and they both were prepared PERFECTLY. The fries were overflowing. * Caeser Salad with Salmon: My wife got the salad with Salmon (they only have a few salad options) and she enjoyed it. * Prawn and Crab Risotto: I got this and I have to say it was VERY bland. I wouldn't get this if you are looking for taste. I had to put salt and pepper on it to make it have any semblance of taste. Value/Price: I would say this is not over priced but it is not cheap either...bill is attached. I would recommend it to folks who are looking for a good place to either go out on a date or a family type meal.

    Came here for brunch and had a decent time. The place wasn't too busy, likely due to the crappy…read moreweather, so we were able to sit there for a while after our meal concluded. Service was good. We had the fried chicken Benedict and the crab cake Benedict. I was a bit confused when I saw that each Benedict dish only had one poached egg - shouldn't it always be two? I guess that's shrinkflation (plus inflation) for you. That bent said, the crab cake was actually really big and filling. The side of potatoes were really delicious. Would I come back for brunch again? Very unlikely. But, it does seem like a pretty "safe choice" if you need a last minute reservation for a group.

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    Paradise Lost

    4.4(172 reviews)
    0.9 miEast Village

    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.

    The vibe is cute, and the ambiance is cute, but everything is overpriced, although most tiki bars…read moreare. I don't know if I've ever had such a bad pina colada in my life at a tiki bar. I mean, I've had bad pina coladas at dive bars, but I expected more from this place. I would say it was very strong, though, so you know what? That's a good thing to be very strong for that price I'm paying. The spam musubi was also a rip-off. You see two here, but each one costs its own $10, so save your money. Eat somewhere else. Eat a pizza across the street.

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    Osamil Upstairs - Ambiance / vibe

    Osamil Upstairs

    4.3(145 reviews)
    0.7 miKoreatown, Midtown West

    A beautiful tastefully done Speak Easy on the upper level of a bar in Koreatown. You can get their…read morethrough an elevator or better still take the century old staircase! They have an amazing selection of mixed drinks and other types of alcohol. We got a cheese martini, a mezcal drink and a non alcoholic citrusy drink that tasted awesome! The drinks are priced at a premium (~$25 each) but the favors are worth it! Give it a try!

    Recommended to us by the folks from Atomix, we were excited to visit Osamil Upstairs for a drink…read morebefore dinner. It was on a weekday, the day of NBA Finals Game 3 when everyone else were at bars & lounges getting ready for the game to start. This afforded us a beautiful and tranquil experience at Osamil Upstairs. Hidden behind a locked door inside Osamil, it's a spot you have to seek out to get in. After we shared we were going to Osamil Upstairs, the hostess from Osamil promptly unlocked the unmarked door for us to head upstairs to Osamil Upstairs. Had other customers not come out as we were walking up the stairs, we might have passed the entrance to Osamil Upstairs and continued upward! Much like what you might expect of a speakeasy, it's well-hidden, and the interior just blows the mind. It's elegant, beautiful, and comfortable. The drinks were good. My cheese in the trap was smokey (as promised!) and alcohol forward. My hubby had the Jung cocktail and it had the most magical, delicious combination of flavors! We also ordered a foie gras with toast appetizer as a pre-dinner snack; it was OK. All in all, a really pleasant experience and we'd return if we were in the area again!

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    Rosevale Cocktail Room

    4.5(84 reviews)
    1.6 miTheater District, Midtown West, Hell's Kitchen
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    Rosevale Cocktail Room is the perfect spot for a date night! It's super cozy and I love their jazz…read morenights. They also have great cocktails and food. The atmosphere makes me feel like I'm no longer in NYC. We had a really great night here. The staff was also very accommodating, knowledgable, and welcoming. I highly recommend checking it out!

    First time visit to New York! First restaurant as soon as we landed, checked into hotel and got…read moreready for our first night out! And oh & did my hubby do so well on choosing this place! We needed a place close to our Broadway show "Social Club" From welcoming, to ambiance, to service and to of course the food! My husband had indicated it was our birthdays so they provided a cute birthday card and made sure to wish us Happy Birthday when we checked in. Due to some unforseen circumstances (on our part being First time visitors not understanding NY traffic) we were short on time and they were still able to accommodate us! We were looking forward to do one their prix fix menus but had to cut our time shorter. We had the shrimp cocktail, would recommend and also really loved the serving coupe it came in! Fried artichokes that were mid at best and saved by the sauce it comes with. To save time we split the steak frites, I would recommend, though bot as tender as I normally like, I appreciate the serving and flavorful bites. The drinks are amazing and we love how they're all accompanied by a story! I had the heir to empire and our lovely waitress asked for my favorite color and when the drink arrives, it came with a little coaster in purple! And it was strong without it being overwhelming. For the remaining of dinner, I had a red wine and it was a perfect choice for the meal. Our trip to New York was too short because we wished we had been able to go back and check out their live performances. The vibe if the place was moody and inviting and we wished we could have gone back! We loved the Broadway homage throughout without being tacky.

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    How happy hour ought to be... mini tinis and oysters to pair!…read more Bar tenders having fun, folks from all walks of life celebrating, smiling, sharing. A diverse space that is as much a spot for business as it is for the Party as the DJ stand indicates. Oh, and gold. Gold everywhere. Super fun spot that still maintains super crisp, clean program. Clean, rooted and martini driven. No bonobos here, just well manicured martinis that are built for the pallet, not the instagram grid(but, hey, they're pretty damn photogenic, too)

    I went to Bar Bonobo to celebrate my birthday. The ambiance is undoubtedly gorgeous, swanky, and…read morehip. Very vibey for a GNO or date night. My only two gripes with the spot were - they didn't acknowledge my birthday, even with a happy birthday from my server or the hostess. I am not sure why Resy prompted me to indicate the occasion if it wouldn't even be acknowledged or looked at. It obviously feels good to feel celebrated, so they dropped the ball in this regard. The second issue is it got sickeningly loud inside. This was a sunday night, and I ended up having to shout just to be heard by the girl right next to me. Everything else was good! Though there wasn't a dish that just blew my mind, everything was consistently really good and enjoyable. I recommended ordering a handful of dishes and sharing with a group. The cornstar martini was fun (and the popcorn was great!), the vodka pasta, caesar salad, and truff fries were enjoyable as well. The cute matchboxes were a cherry on top as we were leaving! I would come back for more of a going out event instead of a sit down dinner, but it's a cool spot!

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