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    Snafu

    3.7 (320 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    SNAFU ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Divey
    Casual
    Good for dancing

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    Ed U.

    And now a word about Snafu. Jamie W and I were killing our last hour in Midtown East. We just happened on this darkish watering hole which was empty in the middle of a weekday afternoon. Providing much needed life was Natalie, a great bartender and as warm and vivacious a personality as you can find in the wilds of Manhattan. She made us a pair of fine $12 Espresso Martinis (photo: https://yelp.to/DCC4Zv3JCL), while she regaled us with stories about her opinionated relatives. When we come back east the next time, we be here. COCKTAILS - 4 stars...she made a potent espresso martini with style AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...darkish but a chill vibe SERVICE - 4.5 stars...hope all the bartenders are like Natalie TOTAL - 4 stars...no snafu from what we could tell RELATED - Thirsty in NYC? Here's my collection of places I've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2YS9ELs

    Stephen D.

    An amazing gem near the Lexington Hotel--perfect for relaxing and having cocktails with friends while in town! The place is beautiful and cozy, and the staff are incredibly friendly. Definitely check this place out!

    Great service, If you're in Midtown East, Snafu Bar is a must! The atmosphere is always fun, and the bartenders are beautiful and super welcoming. It's easily one of my favorite spots for a guaranteed good time, highly recommend checking it out!

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    Stopped in here while in the city for a family event. Was exactly what I was looking for! Excellent vibe, good cocktails and fresh popcorn. Music selection was on point as well. If you're staying nearby and want a local place with low key vibes, check them out.

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    Jason M.

    A good place to be after work. The music bounces like fresh popcorn, the bartenders are fast to bring you another round when you are near empty. I wish AAA was that good when you run out of gas on the highway. Polina and Ulga took care of me tonight behind the bar. These amazing bartenders are fast, efficient, and provide service with a smile. I watched them serve the entire bar in minutes (that's pretty good). Mads is always zooming around around with a smile on her face bringing you round after round. She is diligent , hard working, and will have your next drink in your hand before you can say "uno mass". I recommend this spot to come for sports and drinks without breaking the bank.

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    Natt A.

    Great casual spot in midtown near grand central station! I came here on a Wednesday evening with a friend to have a couple post dinner drinks and they had good drink specials. We had a margarita ($12) and a glass of wine ($10) and they also provide complimentary popcorn when you arrive as well which was very nice. I enjoyed the vibe and the music and was a good spot to catch up with a friend where you don't have to spend too much $$$ in midtown (very spacious-bar area/lounge area/downstairs area).

    Pitcher of GUINESS , and a Dewars ginger ale! And also free popcorn!

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    Loved the music and vibes here. Best old fashioned in town. Staff were extremely friendly. I'll definitely be back.

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    FREE POPCORN. Good vibes and they have table service which is super nice. Great late happy hour too. Once again great popcorn.

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    Great dive bar type spot with comfy seating. Went it right at opening and was able to contribute to the dollar bills on the walls.

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    they have pong downstairs and the drinks come with free popcorn!! so fun & cute. upstairs was too hot

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    Ambience is great and there were a bunch of fun games to play for those who wanted to!

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    Perfect after party place nice and safe even for a ladies . Reasonable price for drinks love it

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    Is this bar still open?

    Yes. Open until 11pm everyday due the curfew.

    Do they have good music or a DJ?

    No DJ, Yes.. good music playing decent variety

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    Ok if you wanna ball on a budget and be in midtown come here! $9 for a freaking burger? Unheard of…read moreanywhere in the city unless you know a guy. The mozzarella sticks said 5 of them but we got four of them. They were good none the less. ::bathroom alert:: Very clean bathroom. I was very happy about this because I had just ate. There was tons of soap, it smelled nice in there. The beer and shot special under $10 in the city? Haven't seen that in awhile. The beers are super cheap here as well. They feel like old NY prices! Can't complain. They have four booths in the back maybe it was three. I did notice one of the hanging lights was from an 80s pizza hut joint. Letting you know now the paper towels for your face at the table felt like jail toliet paper, very rough. The bar doesn't have bar stools with backs! You either need to get one or two tables by their mini kitchen, very hot there not recommended for preimenopause or menopausal women or one of the booths. This is a great bar they played 60s music a lot. Heard some weird al too! Very random and fun place to be. The bartender was nice as well as security! Try the burger! Worth the $9!!

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    The Flatiron Room - NoMad

    4.3
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    1.1 mi
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    We were pleasantly surprised that we were seated near the stage since they were reportedly all…read morebooked when we made the reservation. Depending on how long guests stay sometimes those seats are available as a first come first served so we were lucky. Our server was great and she explained the menu. I opted for the chefs menu which did not disappoint. Every course was thoughtfully prepared and delicious. It was fun to try everything including their starter course of three items. The oyster miso was quite a stand out for me. All of the fish prepared was delicate and lovely. The Parker rolls were soft and a nice complement. My friend who is less adventurous with seafood opted for their shrimp tempera roll, which was as good as you could make a shrimp tempera roll. Well prepared as well as their charcuterie board which we could not finish after everything. It was a memorable night I won't forget with nice entertainment and great staff. My partner held my hand as we walked back to the hotel which never happens. Quite a night thank you!

    Went here for a casual get together with some colleagues when I was in NY. The Jazz vibes were…read morehonestly the reason to pick this place. It's a low key establishment from the outside but once you are in it feels a lot more trendy. The stage is right in the front and all the tables can get a good view of the stage. The music can be loud at times and the ambience is more on the dimly lit side but still a great spot. The service was great, and the drink selection was cool too. I would definitely pick from the selection of speciality cocktails. I got the smoked old fashioned (or similar) and that was potent, Smokey and delicious. We also got a few bites to eat. Other than the tuna tartare (didn't feel fresh) everything we got was nice - nigiri combo, kimchi fried rice, kings toast.... Nice drinks, nice atmosphere, good food and great service!!

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    3.8
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    Free WiFi

    Went there for my 21st! Loved the decorations, felt really fun and interesting. There was a DJ…read moreplaying music, only complaint is that the music didn't really fit the vibe but I appreciated it anyway. Server was a sweetheart, really relaxed and didn't seem stressed or overworked, she was able to talk and not sprint around the restaurant. Food was delicious, didn't LOVE the broccoli-avocado appetizer, it felt bland but it was still a nice refreshing starter. Ordered the truffle gnocchi, AMAZING! So cheesy but not overwhelming. My mom ordered the beet salad. Not usually a fan of beets but I really loved the sauce (balsamic) and it was actually very good. I ordered all 3 mocktails and didn't have a complaint about any. Not overly sweet but not "dirty". Bathrooms are down a few hallways, not too hard to find tho. Overall, loved it. Definitely felt more like a bar than a restaurant.

    As someone who has spent my entire career in hospitality, I don't impress easily-but Oscar Wilde…read moreBar exceeded every expectation. From the moment I walked in, I was captivated by the décor and ambiance. Every corner has been thoughtfully designed with incredible attention to detail, creating one of the most unique and immersive bar experiences I've ever had. The level of intention behind the design is truly second to none. The cocktails were outstanding-creative, beautifully balanced, and expertly crafted. Every drink felt purposeful and showcased real talent behind the bar. Despite the venue being absolutely packed, the service remained warm, personal, and genuinely attentive. Bartender Juan was exceptional, and manager Andrii led by example with true hospitality. I initially had a seat that wasn't ideal, and without me saying a single word, they noticed. As soon as a better seat became available, they proactively offered to move me. That simple gesture spoke volumes about their awareness and commitment to guest experience. It's easy to deliver great service when a room is half empty. It's much harder when every seat is full, and that's exactly when this team shined the brightest. Bravo to the entire Oscar Wilde Bar team, especially Juan and Andrii. Experiences like this remind me why genuine hospitality is an art. I can't wait to return.

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    Blue Bar

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    3.4
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    I came here one night for a Happy Hour and was pleased to find out relaxing and posh this place…read morewas. From the outside, it did look pretty trippy and cool but once you entered it was probably 10x better! The drinks are decently priced for a swanky Manhattan venue and the place was filled with guys in suits. The service was a bit slow but it was pretty busy and they looked like they were understaffed. Overall, I did enjoy the place and would come here again for another Happy Hour!

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    We had scored an awesome street parking spot and there was no way we were giving that up, so hubs…read moremade sure wherever we ate was within this area. We reserved for a quick bite at Redeye Grill before catching Dog Day Afternoon on Broadway, but as soon as we walked up, some bouncer told us they were closed for a private wedding reception. We were dazed and confused because how was I able to reserve online? But the real plot twist was that it ended up being the best thing that happened. We actually stumbled into Tanner Smith's thinking it'd be the typical, boring bar-food spot. Nope. They first sat us at a hi-top by the door, but that wasn't our vibe, so we grabbed seats at the bar instead. Best decision. Our bartender, Josiah, was absolutely killing it. My cocktail had passion fruit, so of course I asked my usual question: "But is it real passion fruit?" He just nodded in agreement and that told me everything I needed to know. That drink was legit and had nice strength. The food was great too. My fish tacos were packed with fresh fish, the guacamole and salsa were chunky and full of flavor and hubs enjoyed his pastrami sandwich. I have no clue when we'll be back in Midtown, but one thing's for sure- we're sitting with Josiah again.

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