Every time I venture here, I leave w/ my limbs hurting and happy. Super dope spot that's a little snug but you will find enough room to shake ya groove thing. ALWAYS make a reservation. As I said it's a snug spot. Definitely make reservs if you want a table. After a certain age I realized I may need a seat. LOL. If you like old school hip-hop, R&B, salsa, soul, funk...This is your spot. You may see me there. read more

Record Room - Candy Rain on the rocks - Speakeasies Near Me - Long Island City, New York

The Record Room is EVERYTHING you see on social media and more. My experience exceeded my expectations. The ambiance nice, cozy, and intimate The drinks are worth every penny The music was not too loud and I went on a night (Thursday) that I knew alllll the music and could sing along And service was on point. Two things you should know before going. The first they are a stickler on punctuality. You need to be on time for your reservation if not you will lose it. In addition they will send you about 5 reminders leading up to your visit. The last one being 30 minutes before your arrival. In addtion you only have 90 minutes at a table . And when the 90 minutes over.... its over, however you are welcome to stand. The second thing, this is not a let's get lit hookah kind of spot. Very GROWN and mature. You sing along with the people next to you ...you vibe. This is great for a person who wants a nice lounge vibe, great drinks, great music, and mellow crowd. It goes without saying....I WILL BE BACK!!!!! read more

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Such a classy venue Grown and Sexy VYBES. The sound system is amazing !!! It's the perfect listening room, they have 1000s of Vynls. The space is a nice medium size, not too big it can still be intimate. They have a gorgeous bar and excellent cocktail program. We tried the Strawberry Fields and Espresso Martini and both were DELICIOUS. Quality is They close around 1-2 am so it's the perfect early night for those 25-35 Service was immaculate and fast, they do have small plates- French fries and chicken sliders etc. they do bottle service as well. This would make a nice date spot on a weekday and a good place to go dancing with the girls. Definitely dress up when coming here because you will want pictures :) I'll 100% be back and I 100% recommend to everyone read more

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Great drinks, great atmosphere, great music. It's pretty loud inside so not conducive for any extended conversations, but great for just enjoying the vibes with girlfriends or a date! Staff are also friendly and frequently clear tables. Especially love the location here right on the LIC waterfront. Perfect for a stroll and view of Manhattan sparkling in the distance after a fun evening :) read more

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I had high hopes for this place, which purported to be a vinyl listening bar with amazing handcraft cocktails. But unless you go for a specific event, if you go on a regular night you'll just find yourself at any ol bar with music playing from the speakers. It's fun that the place is hidden behind a coffee shop and the seating area does feel like you're in someone's fancy living room, but it didn't feel conducive for community building, with each group sequestered in their own space. I am relatively easy to appease when it comes to cocktails, but I will say I was wholly unimpressed by my drinks here. I got the Beware of the Boys with tequila, mango, tea, and the Hotel Nacional with rum, pineapple, apricot, and citrus and both hit one, flat note. $17 is not terribly expensive though, but they would have to redo their drink program for me to recommend. R&B nights on Tuesdays are hard to get into but is a fun vibe with a fashionable crowd. read more

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RACHET!! Came here for my girlfriends bday and one of the wall panels fell on my girls head. The manger was unapologetic didn't even offer a water . We were coming in & getting a table . Even the owner Jeff was unhelpful. If your looking for a drinks / vibes go to Mira Mediterranean & Hookah Lounge. read more

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I had such a great experience at Record Room in Long Island City. The vibe is exactly what you'd hope for -- stylish but still laid-back, with early 2000's music that keeps the energy just right. The staff was warm and attentive without being overbearing, and the drinks were on point. I had the Barbie Tingz and stuck with it the entire night. It felt like one of those places you can go for a fun night out with friends but also feel comfortable just hanging back and soaking it all in. Definitely one of my new favorites in LIC. read more

Record Room - Speakeasies Near Me - Long Island City, New York

Loved the ambiance. Upon entry there a whole show cause of vinyl covers of the greats. Through a dim-lit passage way you enter the main room. Wall covered in more photos of greats. The ambiance is hip ans lively, a Dj spinning, music is great and it's all good vibes. There's a bar area and a main floor with seats, comfy couches etc. The service is good, timely, bar staff is pleasant. The red light radiating from the sign adds a certain je nais sais quoi to the whole ambiance. I especially showed up to see my friend spinning on Vinyl. Good times. read more

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The record room is a great place to go to on a week night or weekend. I would deff go if you like old school R&B. The drinks were great and the DJ was playing classics. Deff would recommend, make sure to have a reservation! read more

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A nice Queens gem!! This speakeasy will easily become a favorite. The DJ keeps the jams flowing and the drinks are amazing. If you're in Queens - be sure to make a reservation or you'll be standing! read more

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Interesting and Intimate spot. I lived for the DJ playing all the 90's bops with some of today's hits. He kept my friends dancing all night long. The bartenders made some fabulous drinks. The bathroom was kept clean as they have an attendant and we didn't have to worry about our coats (they have a coat check) The decor was cool I would go here again. I love that it wasn't overly packed like some of the other spots. It was perfect to me. read more

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I've been a loyal customer of Record Room since it opened and have spent countless nights there supporting the business, which is why my experience last night was so disappointing. I made a reservation through the Record Room event website for Suede Tuesdays. If reservations do not provide any level of entry access for this event, it's unclear why customers are able to make them in the first place. As someone who has attended many times, this was the first time I was denied entry despite having a confirmed reservation. When I spoke with the manager, Jeff, he explained that reservations are for Record Room but that entry to the event itself is first come, first served. He stated that this information is listed in the event details, but I was unable to find that language. The process feels misleading and creates expectations that a reservation holds value when, in practice, it may not. What made the experience even more frustrating was being told to wait an unspecified amount of time for potential availability, despite watching multiple people leave the venue. I also wasn't seeking a table reservation--only entry, as there are standing-room reservation options available through the website. I've always appreciated Record Room and have recommended it to friends for years. However, this experience left me feeling like loyal customers are no longer valued. I understand the desire to create a popular and sought-after atmosphere, but transparency and customer service should remain priorities. Unfortunately, last night's experience fell far short of that standard. read more

This was such a unique experience coming from Cali! I heard the food is amazing but They had a limited menu. I got the chicken sandwich and it was SO GOOD. The vibes were amazing. They only spin records here and the music was nostalgic and sooooo fun!! They played all kinds of music and the people who throw this event are soooo kind and fun. The DJs were amazing!! Dj Mustafa and another DJ were spinning and it was AMAZING!! read more

Record Room - Speakeasies Near Me - Long Island City, New York

Very few places get the hype that this place does and the lives up to it. I'm here to tell you to believe in it. Came on a Saturday night around 930pm. It was still early in the night but it was packed. There are limited walk in spaces and so getting on the VIP list or booking a reservation and booking it wayyyy in advance. Aside from it being great vibes and energy. Dope music. And just all love. What makes this place dope is that it feels like you're having a jam session at home with the homies. Everything and everyone is just living their best life. Chilling. Grooving. And sipping on strong drinks. Their drink menu is more artisan cocktails and so what you won't find on the menu is your staples (although they do exist). Which means you can be open to new adventures and twists to your drinks. Kitchen closes at 10pm. Food menu is limited but includes truffle fries, sliders, calamari and skewers. I had the sliders for 18 dollars and it was pretty good. Was happy with the flavor. Won't fill you up if you eat like I eat but it was nice to get additional things in my stomach with how heavy I thought the pour was. The wifi password was: notaspeakeasy but I couldn't get connected to it. Inside didn't have great cell service so be prepared to be disconnected from society for a while. Because it was packed, dancing wasn't the easiest but you make it work. I ended up drinking half my drink each time to make sure that when I get bumped, it wouldn't go spilling. There is a coat check available and it's free of charge. read more

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This is a speakeasy in Long Island City in Queens. Tuesdays is a must visit where DJ only plays R &B music and have the crowd singing their hearts out reminiscing about their past loved ones. We had Dis Love Guava Island Dance Yourself Clean So Fresh and So Clean Ring the Alarm On and On MOCKTAIL with tequila Record Room vibes were on point--DJ spinning classics, truffle fries thick and tasty, but some cocktails came with a twist thanks to our server suggested but we should've kept for the original.The 'So Fresh and So Clean' was refreshing with cucumber, but the 'Guava Island' tequila switch was unexpected, keep it as mezcal. Chicken skewers needed a flavor boost, but we dipped them in sauce. Perfect for a girls' night or date, just make sure to snag a reservation--90-minute seating goes fast as the night gets packed. You can even grab a vinyl on your way out for purchase! read more

Record Room - Speakeasies Near Me - Long Island City, New York

Super Dope speakeasy like lounge. I almost hate writing the review because everyone will find out about it and blow it up even more than it is. But it has a few couches a few high tops than space for 2 steppin and shaken em off. Reservations required because it gets packed but service is great and drinks even better. They it gets packed it is part of the vibe. They spin vinyl and great beats. Dope LIC spot. read more

I was here for the first time the other night for a friend's birthday celebration. The entire room was packed by 8:30 pm and continued to get crowded as the night went on. The music played is 100% nostalgic from hip hop and r&b. I love that the songs are played in it's entirety. We were seated for our reservation after about 10 minutes. The seating is very limited and where we were, I was sitting on a stool chair in the passageway of people going back and forth from section to section. I kept on getting bumped and knocked into which was quite frustrating. Although the wifi password was provided, the service was still very spotty. I had the beef sliders and truffle fries out of the 4 food item options. They both were pretty good and it was nice and hot. I had about 2/3 glasses of the Rose wine and my friend ordered a bottle of Presseco. Alcohol for the most part isn't an issue here. However, someone at our party requested a Long Island Iced tea and he was told that they didn't make that drink. I was also hoping to get the " Beware of Boys" drink but unfortunately it wasn't available. The establishment physically holds your card on file. It was my card that was held so I was anxious that thet would either misplace my card or ultimately forget to return it like what happened with my friend. I rather them just swipe your card to open a tab as opposed to having to take your card. The bathroom line gets long and tends to move relatively slow. I was relieved that the manager took some people including myself across the street at their sister restaurant to use the restroom there. All in all, this a trendy place that you try out once or twice. Great vibes overall but I just feel like there are tons of other places and activities that's more worth your time and money. read more

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Great music, great ambience, amazing location, good looking millennial and xennial crowd, and amazing drinks!

Went on a Sunday and it was a vibe!!! Make sure you have a resy because it gets full by 9:45! Had such a fun night. Can't wait to go back! read more

It was an amazing experience and good vibes. Will definitely be back!! Ambience was great, DJ little bites

Saw this place on TikTok a few months back and knew I wanted to come and see what it was about... Loved it because it's a speakeasy.... Though I didn't get the chance to open the door and go behind the wall since the door was already open. It was still a pleasant surprise on the other side. The place was giving house party vibes, inside of a big living room. I loved it. The drink menu is different. You have to be open to trying specialty cocktails to want to try someone from the drink menu. Other than that the place is full of vibes and good energy. read more

Record Room - Speakeasies Near Me - Long Island City, New York

I'd rate Record Room four and a half stars. Third listening room that I've been to after Honeycomb HiFi in North Slope and Eavesdrop in Greenpoint. Similar to the others, the atmosphere is more relaxed than a typical space with a DJ as the focus is on high quality acoustics and vinyls. One of the notable differences here is more of a night life inclusive atmosphere. There is a speakeasy style entrance with a bouncer and a host. There is more open space here which I suspect is suited for dancing. We came on a Wednesday night around 7, so it wasn't quote peak dancing time. Playlist was great and we found ourselves booping often. I was inclined to dance but my wife was interested in being the first folks dancing on a Wednesday night. Acoustics were solid around the venue with the bar being the only spot that was suboptimal. Drinks wise, they had a handful of solid whiskey picks. They had some house cocktails and mock tails. There were a few beers but I don't recall if they were on tap or craft. I had a mezcal margarita which was superb. They also served us a complimentary espresso martini which was great too. Food wise, we just had the French fries, but I'd skip on those. Biggest calm was the seating. We arrived before 7 and they could only seat us at the bar. They were other seats which remained vacant the entire night which were in better listening spots. I wouldn't have mind if the sound at the bar was as good as elsewhere in the venue but that was not the case. Service at the bar was excellent. Quick and friendly. There was a gender neutral restroom with a couple private stalls and a couple exterior sinks. They had vinyls for sale too. read more

The Vibes were good but could be better. I miss the days when everyone was dancing and not on their phones the whole time. I do think they need to monitor how many people are in there more closely because it's small. Yes you want a good turn out but if you cant move whats the point ? The music was great! Especially the 10pm DJ. But if I went back i would def prefer a table as standing room was getting old quick. People bumping into you and it was just hot AF whenever it was crowded. Overall 8.5/10 check it out if you're trying to have a nice little vibe but I suggest a reservation. read more

Record Room - Legends - Speakeasies Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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Briefly put- a vibe. This place is the place to be in NYC! Parking in the area is absolutely horrible but the joy comes once inside. It's like a record room/studio from back in the day. The djs are not that great with transition songs but all the songs played were a vibe. The drinks were delicious and the food was good. They don't have a lot of food options but it's enough to coat your stomach if you're drinking. The crowd is young. But I appreciate that they knew music from my era (late 90s- early 2000s). read more

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Straight fire! Absolutely loved this place. We got here assuming we would not need reservations but not were we wrong! We were able to put our names on a waitlist and eventually got in after waiting about 20 minutes or so outside. I got the Guava Island drink which is kind of like a Mezcal Margarita and it was delicious. I downed it pretty quickly. Hefty $20 price tag but it was great tasting. Side note, they offer bottle service with seating and a table for $350 (might be worth it if you have 5+ people). Now let's get to the reason why I gave this place 5 stars. The MUSIC! Omg. The DJ was rocking that night! Old school reggae, 2010's and early 2000's hip hop. It was such a vibe and he played and catered to the crowd! The crowd was all on the same vibe except for some young Gen Z'ers who clearly didn't know the old school dances and some of the tunes but tried to play it off like they did. (You know who you are) I would 100% come back here. The exclusivity of it was a turn off at first upon arrival but everything worked out. The vibe and ambiance is chill and I love the dim lighting and chillness of the atmosphere. The music was amazing, very much my speed! Will for sure be coming back here in the future. read more

Record Room - Speakeasies Near Me - Long Island City, New York

The Record Room is such a vibe!! if you're looking to visit soon, you better make a reservation on the Resy app! I visited on a Saturday with my boyfriend as we were celebrating our anniversary. Trying to get a reservation on the weekend is difficult, but my tip would be to put your notifications on so you can be notified if any openings are available. Now when I say the reservations go quick, THEY GO QUICK. I had my notifications on for over a week and was able to reserve a table for 6 PM the day before. I would've loved a later reservation, but we were just excited that we got one in the first place. If you can't get a reservation, they also accept walk-ins so the earlier you arrive, there is more of a chance that you will be seated. If you arrive late without a reservation, you may be turned away at the door, so it is best to plan ahead. Table reservations are for 90 minutes. Once your time is up, you can hang out by the bar. The Record Room is everything I thought it would be and more! You walk through the café and the host will walk you to your table. The menu has a couple of tasty drinks, along with cocktails and small bites. For our first drink, I ordered Can't Get Enough and my boyfriend ordered the Espresso Martini. Second round, Passion Whine and Guava Island. Third round, Dis Love and an Old Fashioned. Now, this is just us, but we like our drinks to have a little burn in them so you know there is alcohol. We could've added a teeny bit more alcohol but the drinks were tasty. Our favorite were the Dis Love and Old Fashioned because it was straight to the point. If you like drinks with less of a punch, I would definitely recommend the Espresso Martini, Passion Whine and Can't Get Enough. Now the vibes... THE VIBES! The DJ's play all the R&B, afrobeats, hip hop records. To see everyone come together and vibe at a place like this made me feel at home. We need this in NJ for sure! Here's some more deets... if you have a party of four or more, it's a private/guest list only events, or if your bill is over $100 they will add an automatic gratuity of 20%. Our bill came out to $120 for 6 drinks. If you don't plan on keeping your jacket on the entire night, they have a complementary coat check located within the café at check-in. And if you're looking for the dress code it's cute and casual. I highly suggest the spot for date night, a night out with friends, or a celebration! read more

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Record room was amazing. DJ Snips and DJ Junior Key had the place going crazy with the energy they brought. Amazing sets, it was hard to leave at a decent time because the music just kept getting better. The bar staff was speedy even though they were busy. The staff was nice. My suggestion is to get there early if you don't have a reservation because they don't let people in once filled to capacity. read more

Record Room - Speakeasies Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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Went back two more times twice on a Saturday and once on a Sunday.. I really do like the record room! It's been such a good time every visit. Love the loungey feel! the food is limited but actually really tasty and the drinks are decent. I do wish they expand the bar a tad bit more (I like baileys in my espresso martinis lol and they don't have it there) otherwise music is always good and the experience has been great each time. Wonderful spot for the late 20's-30 plus crowd because it's an adult vibe. Will recommend this spot and will come back read more

Record Room - Speakeasies Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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Fun speakeasy experience! I've been to a few speakeasies in nyc and some are blatantly a bar in the back, but this one was fun and truly unassuming from the storefront. I sincerely thought I was lost and couldn't find the entrance! Swanky vibes for music-lovers. My only gripe was the music was a bit too loud. I was catching up with a friend here and we had to speak at a high volume for each other to hear. The service was good, and the couches were comfy! My friend's drink was very strong (Guava Island), and mine was not strong enough (Can't get enough), but they were still good drinks overall. If you're a music lover and want to get some new songs for your playlist and jam out, this is the spot. read more

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I absolutely loved Record Room. If you see a cafe RR in the front it's the right place, you enter thru an empty cafe RR. Such good vibes, the music was on point (they played 2000's music when the dj got there. Before the dj got there it was a little older but it was good. The dj solely uses vinyl & there's records for sale too. It looks like a big living room lounge, I made a reservation & the reservation is for 90 min on the lounge seats then you can move to the bar. I went on a Wednesday evening so they luckily didn't enforce the 90 min for us which was a plus. We were definitely vibing. The drinks were super delicious. I had 2 Mancanitas, and my friend had Hail Mary & 2 beers. Hail Mary was strong but really good. We also had the chicken skewers & they were really good the calamari was banging too. I really enjoyed myself & would absolutely go back. 10/10 recommend. read more

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Record Room is a VIBEEEEE. Check-in looks like a cafe and it seems like they had coat check if you wanted. We came in on a Wednesday as walk-ins and they were able to accommodate us. They have some vinyls for sale ranging from $5-15 from what I saw. Seating is couches and little stools. I would say this place is better for date nights or small groups of friends (maybe 4 people ish). The room glows red which gives a nice moody ambiance, but it isn't too too dark to where I need my flashlight to read the menu. We tried the Manzanita 75 and Hotel Nacional and both were DELICIOUS. From all the trendy spots I've visited, I've developed a slight fear of "creative" cocktails because they're usually disgusting. My experience at Record Room was the opposite. The food is limited (only four items on the menu) but a plus is that the kitchen is open until 10pm. The calamari was pretty standard--good but it's hard to mess up calamari. Their sliders were AMAZING. I'm usually not the biggest fan of burgers but the patties in the sliders were super juicy and tender. Literally had juices oozing out of them when I took a bite. Highly recommend. Definitely would come back to try other drinks and the skewers (sadly they weren't available when we visited). read more

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Such a cute spot! I recommend making a reservation before arriving, since this place is super popular. Upon walking in to find the place, I must say I got lost. You see, the entrance is through a coffee shop, since it is a speakeasy, so I kept walking back and forth and going where is this spot? Tears of joy. Lol. Alas, my friend had a birthday, and we wanted it to be memorable, so a short wait on the rainiest day of the year! We walked in and had a table at 8 PM. Good things come to those who wait! The verdict: It was a fun experience! They have a cozy atmosphere, and there's a DJ dropping some beats. There are soft sofas, some stools, and random chairs to sit and relax to a chill vibe. It is a comfy feel mixed with a party ambience. I recently went with a bunch of teacher friends and had a blast! read more

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I came here for drinks with a friend on a Saturday evening. We didn't make a reservation, came in as a walk-in, which we were lucky to get seated! The decor of the place gives a good nostalgic speakeasy styled feel, while also looking relatively modern and sleek. Drinks were delicious! I got their rendition of the espresso martini which I loved. I forgot what my friend had but I believe it had guava in it. She also really enjoyed it. There was a live DJ who was playing more disco/chill jams. I would say it was a bit louder to have a decent conversation, but not overly bearing. Overall great vibes and drinks, would come back again! read more

Record Room - Speakeasies Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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Always a great time at record room, would highly recommend this place for a night out! Just make sure to get a reservation.

I finally snagged a reservation to come to the iconic speakeasy and it didn't disappoint. People actually dance and while it picks up around 9pm there was still a vibe (grown and sexy) that circulated the room from the start. I came pretty early at 6pm and was more than willing to stick around until 10pm. Thats how nice the vibes are. We ordered the pomme fries and hot chicken sandwich. The fries were amazing coated with parmesan cheese/garlic/parsley and was mixture of sweet and regular potatoes. The sauce that came with it was on the tangy side. The sandwich had a char-like flavor or taste but was crispy nonetheless. Dont be deterred cause it wasn't terrible. It was soft, juicy and came with pickles/mayo. The food menu also consist of pickles and hush puppies. Though I did miss the calamari. The drinks were AMAZING. The People Say mocktail had a spicy taste, passion was citrusy and barbie tingz was light and pretty. The cocktails were just right esp when it came to the liqueur quantity. Vibes were A++ read more

Record Room - Barbie tingz - Speakeasies Near Me - Long Island City, New York

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If you're looking for an absolute vibe with great music, this is the place for you! Every time I've been here, I've had an amazing time. Record Room feels like stepping into a 90s/early 2000s club--it's giving grown and sexy with its dim lighting and walls lined with vinyl records. The atmosphere is unmatched. A word of advice: make a reservation. Without one, you'll likely be waiting at least an hour to get in. The space is small, but that's part of its charm. It creates a very intimate experience, so planning ahead is definitely worth it. As for the food, it didn't blow me away, but the drinks were solid! Overall, this is the perfect spot to grab a drink and enjoy the vibe. If you're all about the music, the ambiance, and a good time, you'll absolutely love it here! read more

Record Room - Speakeasies Near Me - Long Island City, New York

I came in on a Sunday night around 8pm, and while tables were all filled or reserved, we were able to snag seats at the bar. It's a bit loud due to the music but not roaring like many bars. I forget the name of my drink but I got something with St Germain spiced pear liquor, which was good and on the slightly sweet, fruity side. We also ordered the parmesan truffle fries but thought it was just alright without much truffle flavoring. Small portion for the price but I did appreciate that it was hot and more like potato chunks rather than skinny fries. read more

Great vibe with ambient lighting, cozy couches, and a DJ. Service was good. Drinks were nice too. Updated menu is attached in pictures below! read more

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This place was a VIBE. So much so you can hear it bumping from the street. If you find yourself looking at a cafe, you're in the right place. At the cafe's counter a host will greet you. We lucked out by getting a spot just by dropping in, but I think next time I'll ensure a seat with a reservation. You then walk through a slightly dimmed hallway lined with vinyls covered on the walls. I was livingggggg! Lounge couches low to the ground with tables were placed throughout a purplish/pinkish neon lit room. One bar is toward the back left while the DJ (that we heard from the street was live mixing in the back). I had the "summer brown derby" and it was delightful. Bourbon can sometimes be heavy, but it was balanced with the strawberry and salted honey. So good. It was a bit loud but definitely an awesome place to go with a group. Like is said, it's a vibeee.... read more

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- the bomb on a Tuesday night! - the DJ plays all the hits - make that resey I think an early (7pm) resey is better than later, but you gotta get in how you fit in, at this place - reseys open two weeks in advance - they are serious about that 90 minute limit - drink are great - food menu not that extensive or great tasting - the waitresses are great in the beginning, before the place starts to get full after that, service starts to wane read more