If you go here, you're only going for the atmosphere and people--which to be fair, are great…read morereasons to visit; however, if you want a great cocktail and to be treated with dignity, then this might not be the place for you. Their drinks aren't that interesting after the second sip, but I imagine their service has to be better when they're not busy (which is likely almost NEVER). If I could ever make it in at 3PM on a Tuesday to get a drink, I'd probably have a much different experience worth a return.

Such a chill spot to have a drink and snack while being outside on a nice day. We came by for some…read moredrinks and I had the Meadowsweet ($17), which was a delicious matcha cocktail. Too bad it's seasonal because I really liked this one. Also tried my friend's Perro y Gato ($17) and Belle Hotel Spritz ($17). Great spot to have a drink, light bites, and people watch on the corner of Berry and 9th.

The Greek fries are a MUST! Waiter was impressed we put down 2 orders. The drinks were all so…read moredelicious while being strong. I love an artisanal, creative cocktail and it's great to know they're resourceful with the ingredients. The vibe is dope, mellow and comfortable even when there were a lot of people in the space. All of the staff were super attentive, kind, and just all around great. Would 10/10 come back.

at night you walk all the way to the back great space great…read moreservice vinyl spinning great speakers affordable and yummy drinks

I'm such a big fan of this spot. I wish they had more than one bathroom but they do supply…read moreself-serve water, have an incredible playlist and serve delicious cocktails. My favorite was a tropical frozen one!

The pros: no cover, dancing downstairs The cons: long lines…read moreto get in, be prepared to be surrounded by 20 year olds in a packed basement with no crowd control l'll take my millennial self back when I decompress...

I absolutely love the vibe here. Upstairs is a bar, with string lights and disco balls. It's laid…read moreback but still has a fun, lively feel. You can bring outside food and the cocktails a fantastic. Downstairs is a proper dance floor that usually opens at 11. You can effortlessly switch between hanging out upstairs and living it up in the basement which I love. If you can early enough you can even skip the cover charge!

You can choose from two main vibes at Cafe Balearica. Upstairs, you have a spacious, somewhat…read morerelaxed bar and lounge area. The music is at a low enough volume that you can hear your conversations, it doesn't get too crowded so you can spread out, even if you're in a large group. Downstairs, it's a lot tighter, with a DJ, dance floor, lounge seating area, and a much more packed and busy atmosphere on the weekends. I like ping ponging between both vibes when I'm with friends. Admittedly I've found the music both times to be too experimental for me. Confessing that makes me feel like an old person shaking my fist or at least shaking my head, misunderstanding what makes the youth tick. But I had no trouble twirling around the dance floor to this weird experimental music after throwing back a few tequila sodas upstairs. A few times while here my friends have split up into the group that wants to go downstairs to dance and the group that wants to stay upstairs and chill. It's relatively easy to navigate between both vibes, which I enjoy about this spot very much.

Overall rating: 4.7…read more I am obsessed with this place, but you have to come in with low expectations. A night out dancing with friends will do just fine. There's a $10 cover after a certain time which is most places for dancing. Drinks are delicious as well. Definitely helps if you're tall.

Such a cute spot, had the pistachio espresso martini & have been dreaming about it since! The…read moreservice was welcoming & speedy.

We stopped in for a drink before our reservation at The Four Horsemen since it was raining, and…read morethis place is conveniently right next door. It turned out to be the perfect choice to start our evening. We began with pickleback shots, and the house-made pickle juice was a highlight. I had a Tecate, while my wife ordered a martini that she said was excellent. The bartender was kind and attentive, and the relaxed atmosphere made it even better. The bill was very affordable. This spot is definitely our new go-to before heading to The Four Horsemen.

Great bar and the bouncer Jason was so friendly and inviting. Will literally come back just to say…read morehi to him

Came here on a quiet weeknight by a total mistake!…read more We came to grab some drinks at the rooftop bar and catch the sunset and gorgeous views. When we saw "Water Tower" on the elevator we decided to press it. SO GLAD WE DID. We landed at the Water Tower and walked into a fairly empty space decorated with art all the way to the ceiling, filled with natural light coming in and the views of the skyline were out of this world. We had to try their drinks of course to enjoy with the incredible view. Though the drinks are $21 and served in a plastic cup that evening, I was NOT expecting my drink to be this insanely delicious. I ordered the inferno Paloma which they infuse themselves with- and it was true perfection. By the way, each bar has their own menu which is pretty awesome and makes it even more fun. Also, Axel is the most incredible bartender and we absolutely loved his creations. Later that night we ordered a custom mandarin margarita, with a spicy twist, and WOW. He's truly talented and absolutely made us some awesome drinks that we can't stop talking about. Sunset with a view and a spicy mezcal drink? Yes and YES. We had this place all to ourselves and can't wait to be back. Friday nights they have DJ nights and you can also book the Water Tower for your own private events which is pretty cool!

Chill bar, cool view, NYC rooftop drink price. I was here when it wasn't that busy, so nice to get…read morea seat. Tips is included automatically in your bill, and i appreciate they're not asking for more tips when you pay.

5 star solely on their drinks and hospitality. This spot is a bit off the main path of Bedford Ave…read morebut its definitely worth the few minutes walk over. All cocktails are made to perfection with the best music playlist especially if you're gen X. No doubt I will be back to try more cocktails and some of their small plates. Highly recommend with easy street parking.

Stopped by Bee's Knees Honey & Lounge recently and had a really enjoyable time overall. The vibe is…read morecozy and a little upscale without feeling pretentious--great spot to relax with a drink and some shareable plates. To drink, we ordered a hot toddy and a mulled wine. Both were perfect for a chilly night and nicely spiced. The hot toddy especially hit the spot. For food, we tried a few things. The Sweet Potato Beignets with hot honey & parmesan were definitely interesting--sweet, savory, and a bit unexpected. Not my favorite item of the night, but still worth trying if you like unique flavor combos. The BK Sliders (3 pc) were solid: thick applewood smoked bacon, American cheese, Russian dressing, and pickle on mini brioche buns. Simple, satisfying, and nicely done. The real standout though was the Calamari with shichimi pepper, jalapeño, lime zest, and herbal dipping sauce--absolutely amazing. Crispy, flavorful, and the seasoning had just the right kick. Easily the best dish we ordered. Service was friendly and the atmosphere made it easy to linger. Overall a great experience, and I'd definitely come back--especially for that calamari and another hot toddy.

As a Caribbean girl at heart, I couldn't come to New York without getting my fix at Kokomo. And…read moretrust and believe, they did not disappoint! The food was absolutely spectacular, full of bold, authentic flavor in every bite. The ambiance was vibrant, warm, and full of energy, all perfect for a lively night out with friends. Since we went on the weekend, the restaurant's DJ was playing all the best Afrobeat and Caribbean music throughout dinner! The service was above 10/10. Plus, our waiter had amazing energy, was attentive the entire time, and made sure we felt well taken care of from start to finish. Truly an unforgettable experience! I HIGHLY recommend this spot and I already can't wait to come back!

I will start by saying I love the ambiance of Kokomo. Staff here is always friendly and music is…read morealways great during service and after hours. Food took entirely too long to come out. 40 minutes for an appetizer is crazy... Once they arrived, they were all tasty. I wish I took photos of the food. We ordered the curry crab gyoza which was so flavorful and the ackee and saltfish shumai. The oxtail flatbread is very large and lots of meat. They don't skimp out. Biang biang Rasta noodles is served with oyster mushrooms (so good) and peppers. I added shrimp to mine. Very tasty and filling. But keep in mind that the noodles are not penne and they are I think fettuccine They must do better on their serving time. The restaurant was crowded. But it would be nice to have the expectation set that there will be a long wait.

The premier no-frills drinking institution with a stellar location and several chill and friendly…read morebartenders The venue makes great use of the space, has several bar tables that let you hang with your group or get to know the group next to you

Jessica was the entire energy that we needed for Christmas, the best bartender I've had the…read morepleasure of having