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    Slate NY

    2.8 (1.2k reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Kaivona P.

    Usually at these places, the food is questionable. The wings here were actually delicious . I asked for lemon pepper , for some reason I think I got the sweet and sour . Either way, I liked it enough to not even question it or ask for something different . The drink was strong and really good. I got a spot at the bar, watches a bit of the game and then went over to the other side for a game night. I've been here a few times for events , first time getting food and I would order again and see what else is good

    Sliders
    Tameeka B.

    Any other fellow native New Yorkers used to hang out at Slate back in the day? Well now you can again! I stopped by Slate to check out their new game / Sports Simulators! These simulators have about 30 games, including baseball, hockey, soccer, football, and dodgeball. I had a blast playing virtual soccer, it was kinda hard to get goals especially with a few glasses of wine in. It felt so real, like I was actually on the field! On top of the awesome gaming, the food was on point. I liked the spicy tuna bites, sliders, and their guacamole are definitely a must try. Slate has turned into the perfect hang with a group of friends when you don't want to do the same ole thing of just going out and having a few drinks.

    Shana T.

    A friend recommended this place, so I finally checked it out on Saturday -- and I'm glad I did! Got there a little early to catch some of the games, which was a great call. The vibe was chill at first, perfect for easing into the night. We had a few drinks (all solid), plus some apps to keep us going -- nothing fancy, but definitely hit the spot. This place is a great pick whether you're on a date or just out for a low-key night with friends. Things really started to heat up after midnight. The dance floor got busy, and by 1 AM, it was *packed*. The energy was high, the music was on point, and the crowd was having a blast. Overall, had a great time and would 100% go back. Come for the chill vibes, stay for the party.

    Pre holiday party
    Trevor B.

    I had a great time having my birthday event at Slate. Thank you to sam and the entire Slate family on October 16th, 2025.

    Timia W.

    I came here on a Monday night to hang out with my girlfriends and had such a fun time! I didn't eat anything, we just stuck to playing games, and we didn't stop until they shut the music off and politely asked us to leave lol. When you first enter, you can either take the stairs down to the fun or you can slide there. We opted for the slide to satisfy our inner children. When you get down there, there are couches, bar stools, and a few different pockets for game play. There was bowling in one corner, arcade games in another, and in between there are lots of table games like giant uno and jenga. The arcade games and bowling did cost money. I believe there's a minimum of $5 you have to spend. It was fun time! The music was cool, not too loud either. The bouncer at the front was helpful and nice. I would definitely come back!

    Brandon (infamous multi-season guest du jour) and Paris, both from Below Deck Season 11
    Amanda G.

    I came here for an unofficial Bravo watch party, for Below Deck. It was pretty cool. The vibe of the venue is fun. Of course, I went down the slide at least once. The food was good and drinks were great. The staff was attentive. We had a dedicated space and watch am episode of the show, took pics with some of the Bravolebs, and had a little Q&A sesh. It was super fun. Afterwards, I stayed back and played some games. It was a great night. I would definitely be back. Note: Definitely watch the parking signs, as they are confusing, and your car will get towed!

    Chicken Wings Confit Nachos
    Sita P.

    Typical college bar, young crowd, good music, large space. Games available - arcade, jenga, connect 4, UNO. Bar food, large portions, good prices. Nachos & wings were good, fry sampler is huge. Empanadas were soaked in oil. Terrible drinks, waitstaff is clueless. Specialty cocktails were super sweet, more ice than drink. No cakes allowed, $75 to purchase a cake from them, $50 for bday sign.

    Korean Crispy Cauliflower BOMB
    A'Yanna E.

    Now that I know I'm Yelp Elite, updating my review with a pic of their best, my fave, dish! The Korean cauliflower is so bomb dot com. One of the hostesses was terrible - I've always had no issues with the staff & experience here. She was a first. I appreciate how the other staff treated me afterwards. Keep the cauliflower on the menu! :) Go, enjoy - the slide is back in use!

    Duane G.

    This was my second time at Slate, and I find it to be a generally fun place to be in; as a "barcade" kind of establishment, it is meant to blend a few concepts together: good drinks, good games, and a nice "club-like" experience rolled into one. In my experience here, it is solid at one, good at another, and could use some work on another still. Game-wise, I have no complaints (well, perhaps one: I couldn't find the air hockey table I played at last time); they have a pretty good selection that can be played solo or with/against others, making for a potentially great group experience. The "club-like" experience is--at the right times--what you get sometimes on the top level and sometimes at the bottom one. Pretty solid overall on this front--nothing to write home about. The drinks, however, are where they fall short. Being there as a group of five, we got multiple drinks and tequila shots to have with each other, but found them to be generally lackluster. The shots specifically felt like drinking thimbles of water, which I don't even really expect of lower quality tequila; this, in my mind, points to them watering the drinks down--definitely different from my experience the first time. Overall, it was a fun experience like the previous one (if it was out of ten, I would say seven), but it seemed like a few things were missing on the grounds of quality, especially for a place for which you need to buy an entry ticket.

    Crispy chicken and biscuits
    Jamila C.

    I have only been to Slate for private events on the main floor, but it is always a good time. There is a bar and a large open dance floor with couches that are spaced throughout. We paid a ticket price at the door which allowed access to the event. We ordered appetizers and mixed drinks through our server but could also be ordered at the bar. The crispy chicken and biscuits were absolutely delicious. I questioned if I was just extremely hungry but quickly decided that it was indeed the food. It had a sweet tasting coleslaw topping that I oddly embraced since I am usually not a fan of coleslaw. The pickles and honey butter were a perfect add on. We also ordered the beef short rib birria tacos -served with much needed consommé. The house-made tortillas complimented the short ribs well. I look forward to returning to experience what the downstairs environment has to offer.

    Arcade games
    Bea R.

    Okay, hear me out... This is a nightlife spot gearing more towards 21-25 year olds. For sure. But you know what? Regardless of your age, sometimes you just wanna have fun and let loose... So we decided to check out Slate around 1AM on a weekend. There are a lot of negative reviews here regarding the security and dress codes. Thankfully, we didn't have any problems. There wasn't a long line. I showed them my ID and they did a quick bag check. Just for reference, I was wearing flare pants, a tank top, and Nike Air Force sneakers. Not necessarily "club attire", but they didn't have a problem with it. They were respectful and prompt. However, it's kinda ridiculous that they have a $20 cover charge. Slate has two levels with a slide connecting the two floors. There's a full bar serving food and cocktails, arcade-style games, a bowling alley, pool tables, lounge seating, a dance floor, and a stage. We only came for music and dancing, so we passed on the games. We ordered two margaritas at $18 each and they were good as hell. Cheers to a heavy handed bartender. The DJ held it down! He played a mix of dancehall, afro beats, hip-hop, pop, etc. A variety of popular music today and some throwbacks from the 90's and early 2000's. The crowd was loving it and so was I. The energy was great! It was a bit crowded on the dance floor, but not to the point where I couldn't comfortably dance. Overall, this is a fun spot for a girls night out or a date. They have bottle service and can host private events as well. Good vibes, good music, good entertainment, good drinks.

    Slide
    Susan M.

    Cute spot I like the concept. There's a little bit for everyone. It happened to be there a night the Knick's were playing so the game was blasting. Afterwards it was music. Music is louddddd I could barely hear anyone trying to tell me anything. There's space if people want to dance. The slide is a cute touch in my opinion. I like that coat check was electronic and free. Safety wise I felt safe. Bouncers and securities were paying attention and attentive. I didn't try the food so I can't comment on that. I tried their version of a Piña colada I unfortunately forgot the name of it. It was good. It wasn't strong I had 2.

    Louise D.

    I'm not too sure how I feel about this place. The first drink was spilled, but I had to pay for it. I'm not the one who spilled it. The $14 fries, tots, and waffle fries were a nice touch. Do not get that one drink called chilling with my hombres it tastes like a campfire. It's definitely not worth the spilled $14 drink. The vibes I was getting from this spot were pretty chill. Something was going on downstairs, but I was too underdressed to want to check it out. The bouncers weren't d-bags, so that was a plus. Definitely get that waterman Margherita it's really worth the money. ::Bathroom Alert:: Short people like me felt comfortable in the bathroom. I'm not sure how others would feel. The bathroom was clean. There are lots of paper towels and soap. I probably will not come back here because that spilled drink should have been free. Gosh, was it gross. I also came in sneakers and regular jeans on a Tuesday before 10pm if that helps.

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    Decent club , vibes depend on the night and who is dj for that night also , need to come for the foods another day

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    Ask the Community - Slate NY

    How much was spent on average?

    I'd say $100-150. Drinks were watered down so didn't get that many.

    Is there a entry fee?

    Yeah usually $20

    18+or 21 and up?

    21+

    Is there hookah?

    No there's not

    Are Thursdays crowded too?

    Are they open to public or only for events?

    They're open to public!

    Do you require proof of vaccination?

    Yes

    Do you guys only accept people of age 21 and up or can any age get in?

    21+ only sure U can bride the bouncer but who knows

    Will they let me in wearing adidas superstars (sneakers)?

    As long as you're in dressier clothes, sneakers are fine!

    Is it 18+?

    It's 21 and older

    Is it 21+ to enter the venue? just for dancing!! can i be 20trs old?

    Hi yes we are 21+!

    Is the age requirement 18+ or 21+?

    21+!

    Is there entrance fee to get in?

    No!

    Is it 18+?

    Yes. They check ID so you have to be 21+!

    What ages are allowed?

    21 and up

    Do they have hookah?

    No, they do not.

    Is there a cover charge for this saturday night?

    Nope! No cover on weekends!

    How much to get in?

    No cover

    Place for teenagers?

    Not at all, strictly 21+

    Is it 18+?

    21+

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    Review Highlights - Slate NY

    The downstairs is huge and has all sort of entertaining: long bar, pool tables, ping pong, private rooms and so on.

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    Came for Brunch on a Sunday . Great food (try the shrimp &…read moreGrits- different but really good). Live music is fabulous (Danny Lipsitz) and the drinks are perfect. Of all the places to go In New York, Glad we stopped here . The attentive service (Bar and Restaurant) made the experience even better. Great job Valerie's !!

    Came here for a slightly early dinner after a Broadway show with a party of 4 on a Sunday evening…read more We had a reservation, but it didn't seem like we would have needed one, but I suppose better safe than sorry. The ambiance feels straight of the golden age, which is an aesthetic I'm certainly a sucker for. Even their robust cocktail menu fits the bill and is one of the prettiest menus I've ever had the joy of perusing. Staff was able to sit us a little bit ahead of our reservation which was also much appreciated. Wait staff was also very helpful and attentive, I don't think I've ever had my water glass so topped off! Starting off with cocktails, this place is a gin bar through and through and you'd be making a mistake if you didn't try one of their many options. I went with the 10,000 words, which you simply just give a spirit of your choice (I picked gin of course) and whether you antes) wanted your drink shaken or stirred and the bartender does the rest, so a bit of a surprise! I wound up with their version of The Last Word which was delightfully citrusy but I was hoping I'd wind up with something a little more adventurous app things considered. My girlfriend got the blackberry G&T, which was not only very pleasing to look at but delicious to boot. For food, we started with splitting some zucchini blossoms and beef cheek bao buns (both come in portions of 3). Both were tasty, but I love a good bao bun and these were so light and pillowy, I could have just went for an order of those for my main course. For the entree I went for the roasted half chicken, perhaps the most unassuming choice on the menu but this was maybe the best roast chicken I've ever had. Prepared perfectly, cooked to perfection, excellent portion size, and the kicker of it all was the stunning gravy that I was tempted to lick my plate for. Chicken is very easy to screw up, and they nailed it on all fronts here. My girlfriend went for the Valerie Signature burger with white cheddar and this thing did not mess around! A very rich patty, cooked to her temperature of choice served alongside some garlic truffle fries that made an American classic feel just a little more elevated. Our experience was delightful and I'd love to comeback here again, especially to check out more of the cocktail menu and soak in more of that golden age aura the place gives.

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    Had reservations for 2 on a Saturday afternoon and the place was packed. We got there about three…read moreminutes late, but they seated us within 5 minutes in a booth. It was our first time eating at a Friedman's location. It had a nice diner feel to it, with a mix of booths and tables. The brunch menu has a variety of breakfast items, salads, sandwiches and burgers, starters, and entrees (fish tacos, grain bowl, fried chicken). I like that several of the items are naturally gluten free, and some can be made gluten free by request. We decided to go with three breakfast items from the brunch menu: I got the shakshuka, my sister got the Nova Benny, and we got the lemon ricotta pancakes to share. All 3 dishes were great. The shashuka came with grilled ciabatta, perfect for dipping into the sunny side eggs and tomato sauce. My sister loved that the poached eggs and smoked salmon of the Nova Benny came on top of a crispy potato latke. The pancakes were fluffy and the lemon ricotta and lemon zest elevated their flavor. Our server was friendly and attentive, and he asked us if we had any allergies when he took our order. He came by several times to check on us and refill water. I would return to Friedman's when I'm in the Herald Square area, or check out one of their other locations in the city.

    Love the look of Friedman's. Nice dining room that they pack in comfortably. Came for an early…read morebreakfast and the dining room filled so fast that I was happy we got there early before the rush. I got myself delicious sunny side up eggs with the pastrami hash. I was impressed by the chunks of pastrami throughout. Very hearty and very delicious! My husband indulged in the Nova Benedict. They packed on the lox. He didn't even finish but found it amazingly delicious. Service was okay. Nothing too spectacular. I almost felt an inconvenience to the server but we didn't have a fussy order nor was it busy (we ordered before the rush). Maybe she was preparing for the rush. Lol either way, it wouldn't stop me from returning.

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    This is a great place for italian food. It has an upscale feel and friendly staff. The white lamb…read moretheme is recurring in the decor. We got their garganelli, tagliatelle, and ravioli pastas. For dessert, the iconic tiramisu. Garganelli- This has a nice, arugula pesto sauce that has a rich garlicky finish. It's enhanced with roasted mushrooms and sharp pecorino. Tagliatelle- You get a rich pork and beef bolognese. The house made pasta is cooked to perfection. Pretty satisfying! Ravioli- This is a light, seasonal dish with pumpkin, brown butter, and sage. The sauce complements the sweet pumpkin and the brown butter adds a nuttiness. Tiramisu- This dessert was too cute to eat! It was decorated with a meek looking model of their namesake lamb. Nobody wanted to ruin its face so we slowly ate this from the outside in. The espresso it strong, complemented by the creamy marscapone layers. Textures and flavors were perfectly balanced. Great experience overall!

    We were a party of nine looking to have one last (memorable) meal before visiting relatives from…read moreEurope were headed back across the pond and we decided The White Sheep (thank you, Duolingo!) across from Bryant Park was the place to go. From the outside it didn't look like much but after passing through the two sets of glass doors... It's packed. And lively. And (really) loud. And it was only a Tuesday night?! (How are all of these people living so high on the hog, without a care in the world?!) We were escorted off to a little tucked-away enclave near the back, but the restaurant was just too boisterous and we had to shout just to talk to people at the other end of the table. We got our menus and there was a bit of 'sticker shock' on my part, I can't lie. "We're in NYC, what did you expect?" - the Mrs. whispered when she saw my eyes go wide. But $38 for chicken parm? (Which is what I went with after seeing it had its own little "parm-fection" hype on the menu.) And $36 for the Branzino (which consisted of one fillet on a small bed of wilted spinach)? Our table dabbled all over the place and for the most part everyone really enjoyed their meals. The food they're knocking out is legit, for sure. But the bill came out to over $60 a person (including the tip, but we didn't have apps or dessert and half of us just had water), which hurts when you're a cheap-o like myself. Our waitress was awesome (and she didn't even seem fazed when I tried to rattle her that we were going to split the check onto nine different credit cards... but we only used one). And Bryant Park (right across the street) was the perfect nightcap on a lovely spring evening.

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