Came in on a Friday evening and it was pretty quiet. The interior of Split Eights is simple but classy. I would not say that it has very strong theming, though. We came in on a Friday evening and it was pretty quiet inside. After we were sat down upstairs, it took a long time for our waitress to come to take our order. We got the Butterscotch flip, Getaway driver, and Big trouble. These drinks were not it. Although the prices are okay($19 each), they definitely need some improvement. All three had very strong flavors that were not balanced with the rest of the drink. After we finished our drinks, we waited an especially long time for the waitress to come back, check on us, and give us our bill. It was especially frustrating because we were the only ones in the bar at this point and we could hear them chatting downstairs. Overall, both service and the drinks need improvement. Can't really recommend Split Eights over other cocktail bars around. read more

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Brought a friend here who was visiting from out of town. She was looking for a true NY cocktail experience, and I immediately knew this would give her that upscale NYC cocktail bar vibe while still being a bit more "low key." Our cocktails were delicious, music was on point, service didn't feel rushed at all. I was feeling adventurous and asked for a boozy gin-based cocktail.. loved it! My friend really enjoyed her drink as well. At $19 per cocktail, it's not the cheapest in the area, but also not the priciest either. Would absolutely recommend Split Eights to anyone looking for craft cocktails in the area. read more

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Great little place to have some cocktails. There aren't a lot to choose from which I love because it cuts down on the stress of what to order. I got the butterscotch flip and the cock n bull special, both excellently made. Our server was great. She was knowledgeable and gave good recommendations. They also have beer and wine. If you're looking for some food look elsewhere theres only three tiny items on the menu. read more

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Drink was pretty good. I had the whiskey drink with the curry. It was flavorful and spicy. However, I felt like the texture was a bit strange. Maybe it was the curry powder? Service was kind of weird. The people weren't rude but were sort of aloof and not friendly. Service took a while for our drinks to come out as well even though it wasn't crazy busy. read more

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Love this cozy spot. I've not been here during daytime yet but few times at night for cocktails. I used to love their nori/soy cocktail that's no longer on the menu, wish they could bring it back! Bartenders are fun, chatty, friendly, making the experience more fun read more

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I don't associate anything cool with FiDi, but this cocktail bar is as cool as any spot you'd find in the East Village, with expertly made drinks, sleek decor, and partnerships with trendy businesses like Morgenstern's and Momofuku. While a place like this could probably command a full crowd and waitlists in another neighborhood, probably due to its location its quite easy to breeze on in, even as a large group. We had drinks made with pebble ice, drinks with egg whites, egg yolks, and even vadouvan curry. 3 out of 4 of our drinks were excellent, with one dud, but I'll take that ratio-- especially since the vibes were on point. My only regret is not trying one of their cocktail ice cream treats that is part of their Morgenstern's collab. Split Eights is also a coffee shop by day, so if their wifi is strong this would be a great place to post up for work on a Friday afternoon and transition easily to happy hour. read more

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Came here for a nightcap. Nice, clean space and friendly staff. I had wine, but I think my hubs had cocktails? We also shared olives. It was a nice ending to our evening! read more

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I honestly never leave reviews. And I will only leave a review if it's a bad one. My friends and I were treated like actual garbage while were here. The server was extremely rude to my friend, my other friends went into the bathroom all three of them together, no issue. about an hour later I went into the bathroom with 2 of my friends and one of the bartenders came knocking on the door, we're all girls, there's usually no issue at places like this and she wouldn't stop knocking till we came out. I just don't understand why we're treated so differently than the other patrons at this bar. I will never be coming back. I had such an awful experience, lt also took about 20 minutes to wait for each drink that was ordered but when I ordered the tab, it came in .5 seconds. I wish I didn't tip. read more

Average cocktails and ambience. Everything we tried felt flat. Geared towards the wall street crowd

We loved this place! So cute and cozy with warm lighting. The cocktails are fantastic at night. We had a yummy drink with their homemade butterscotch. We sat at the bar and service was fast and polite. read more

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A hidden gem I love!! Such good vibes, lovely staff, and good drinks! Trendy but not packed, not terribly loud, perfect for a date. Drinks are a little more expensive but hey it's New York. read more

I grabbed a few drinks at Split Eights with a few coworkers on a Thursday afternoon. We were a party of 5, but only 3 of us were there to grab the table. They sat is in the corner booth in the back and then very nicely moved us upstairs when our party turned into 6. For my first drink, I had an Espresso Martini. It's not on the evening drinks menu, but they do have espresso prepared for it. You can also order drinks that are not on the menu - if they have the ingredients, they're happy to make it for you. All drinks are $18. The Espresso Martini was very good and I actually really want to come back during the day to have a cup of coffee. For my second drink, I had a Whiskey Sour. I know, I'm got a cocktail place, I should try one of their signature cocktails, but I just couldn't make up my mind so I just went with something I knew. It was fab. By the end of the night, we were only 3. They brought over a small parting drink, which was so nice of them. Honestly, service here is phenomenal and we were so well taken care of. Everyone was so nice, and so lovely. I'm so glad there's a great spot in the area for drinks that isn't an old Revolutionary War bar filled with finance bros. read more

I had previously patronized this bar on a solo trip to NY from Chicago. This trip, I brought my team in for a happy hour. When we entered we were told that the policy was that groups of six or more would have to purchase a minimum of two cocktails. That's the policy and I can respect their policy, however, my team members raised the point that they did not want to have two drinks as we are on a work trip. Makes sense. It was 6pm on a Tuesday. The bar was completely empty. Not one patron. Just us. The bartender allowed us to leave. I'm also a bar owner in Chicago (which is why I gave 3stars - not trying to hurt anyone's business). I'd feel a way if one of my employees allowed 11 paying customers to leave when we did not have business at any point. At $16/cocktail, the 11 cocktails might have paid the bartenders hourly for the entire night. I'd also be concerned about the bartenders reasoning ability as they also allowed a tip to walk out the door. Perhaps there is some rationale for the policy in this situation that I don't see but it didn't make sense for me. We left and went to another bar on principle and ended up still spending the same amount of money as we would have if we had purchased two drinks per person here. read more

Ambiance is good, however, service was a bit disappointing. Wait time to get someone and for the drinks to come took a while.

Great drinks, terrible service. Servers were completely stand-offish. When asked questions, responded curtly. Glasses were dirty

My nephew took my friend and I for a drink to his favorite bar Split Eights for a late night drink. We visited on Wednesday, 10/4/23. It was a quiet dimly lit place where it is easy to socialize after work or if you are just visiting in town like us. The service is fast, the drinks also hit the spot. I enjoyed the Creole Daquiri composed of aged rum, mezcal, lime, chorizo, and pomegranate. It was smooth to the taste. My nephew ordered the Tompkins Square that incorporated rye, kirsch, Maurin Quina, Benedictine, and allspice. I tried it and it had a smokiness to it. Overall, we enjoyed our late night spirits at Split Eights. It is a great bar to visit if you are ever in the area. read more

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Absolutely amazing cocktails at this little spot in FiDi. They have an ever-changing menu of delightfully unique cocktails with exotic ingredients. Bartenders are friendly and skillful, they are quick with bringing water although they can get a bit overworked when it's full. Their espresso martini was delightful, as expected from a coffee and cocktail bar. The indoor seating space is relatively comfortable even though the space is small. read more

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Cozy laid back cocktails place. Not crowded at all when I went. Dim and intimate, but also ok for groups. Neighborhood bar vibe. Delicious drinks - not too strong. Lots that I wanted to try from the menu. A bit under the radar which is always a good thing in a bar according to me. Coffee place during the day. Like Kobrick. read more

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Food: ordered two cocktails here with a group of my girl friends and we all enjoyed our cocktails! The flavors were all fairly unique and the garnishment was very detailed. I had the Clover Club (gin and egg whites are my favorite) along with ZZs iced coffee. I thoroughly enjoyed my drinks and would definitely come back here again if I'm around the area. Cost: the cocktails were all $16 each isn't the most wallet friendly but still fairly decent for the city. Environment: the inside was very cozy feeling. The place also seemed to have an upstairs however I have not gone up to check, I would just see the waitress bring up drinks. Service: sat along the bar with my friends and the bartender was very attentive. Also all the staff here worked very well together- our empty glasses would be cleared promptly and the nice team work between them was noticed. Uniqueness: Found this place on a whim and I'm glad I did! Originally chose this place because the establishment offered coffee but once I arrived I realized they did coffee in the mornings and cocktails in the evening. Can't wait to come back here to try their coffee too! read more

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fidi cocktail bar. has nice upstairs space that could b used for private events. decor looks like a coffee bar upgrade. clean. boring. service/staff v responsive/nice. cocktails big trouble and lonely bird were loaded w ice and had an ice cream size scoop of ice on the top ( straw to access liquid) w a mint leaf as decor with v little actual beverage. overall place was a big miss. read more

Fantastic cocktail bar! Came across this hidden gem on our last NYC visit. We had the upstairs to ourselves and it made for a great intimate setting. The drinks were excellent and on par with some of the best cocktail bars in NYC. The only thing to note is that they do not have a kitchen so there is no real food menu. But come for the drinks! read more

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Loved this spot for cocktails with friends. The Lonely bird was very good and loved the pebbled ice. The other cocktails were also quite good. There was one that had Thai chili and it was a great spice. read more

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Was looking for bars in the area and ended up coming here late on a Thursday night. The bar had a wonderful and cozy atmosphere; two floors with seats/tables and a bar area. The bartenders were very attentive and easy to make conversation with. In terms of the drinks, there's a nice list of unique cocktail blends. You also have the option of having the bartender make a drink for you after you give them your preferences. I went with the bartender's choice and Michael made a wonderful rum based drink. Great bar for a date night or with friends if you want a nice and upscale atmosphere without breaking your wallet. (Drinks are around the standard NY price) I look forward to coming back here soon! read more

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Split Eights definitely surprised me. In an area where most don't expect cool cocktail bars, Split Eights clearly reigns supreme. I came in as a party of two at about 7:30 on a Friday and luckily didn't have to wait for a few spots at the bar. We tried four drinks, all were great, but the Butterscotch Flip, in particular, was my favorite. In a world saturated in espresso martinis, we finally have a unique alternative that actually rivals even the best of the best in tastiness. Highly recommend this one. The bartenders, too, were cool - chatting it up with regulars while they created their concoctions and definitely giving more friendly vibes than a lot of the bartenders in trendier neighborhoods. Finally, this spot is a coffee shop during the day, too, so I'm excited to pop in if I ever find myself in this area during sunlight hours. With both day and night covered under just one roof, this is definitely a gem and a spot I'm hoping to visit more frequently soon. read more

We popped in the other night & it's a cozy space with great tasting cocktails & friendly staff! The female bartender definitely knew what she was doing, the butterscotch drink was so unique, indulgent,& stole the show. I can't wait to try the rest of their menu! read more

A nice spot that a date took me on not that long ago. Cocktails were innovative and quite fun. I like that this space offers both cocktails in the evening and coffee during the day. It's also conveniently close to the subway. It feels quite empty in here and new? I say that in the sense of I feel like they have an identity but are flying under the radar. Interesting. A cool spot to check out. 4/5 read more

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Superb cocktails and great atmosphere - strong recommend for this place. Knowledgeable and friendly. read more

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A colleague suggested this place after grabbing beers on Stone Street and I'm so happy he put us on to it. They do coffee in the AM and cocktails in the PM. I think I've walked by this place a couple of times and didn't even notice, it's very discrete and you wouldn't know by just the outside that they have such beautiful and tasty cocktails inside. Highly recommend! I've been raving about it since and definitely plan on returning. read more

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Been to Split Eight a few times now (both for coffee as well as cocktails), and have always had a pleasant experience. The bartenders are knowledgeable and the cocktails and coffee are delicious! Highly recommend the espresso martini there as well as tuxedo no 2 read more

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Arrived around midnight with a crew of 7 lovely gays, only to be told: "ciao bello ", that we were not welcome inside without a $32 minimum PER PERSON. More than happy to move on to more welcoming establishments. Good luck to Split Eights and their apparently homophobic vibes! read more

Came here for coffee during lunch time with a coworker. Ambience is great. Met the owner. Very friendly and super sweet. The coffee was good and the drinks are made well. Had a fun lunch. Highly recommend trying here for drinks or just coffee. The atmosphere has a intimate feeling. The decoration is very cute and woody. read more

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As a coffee bar by day and a cocktail bar by night, this is a cool spot in an area that is generally not known for cool spots! It wasn't crowded at all at 9pm on a Friday, so we had our choice of seating at the bar or a table. The place has a low-lit, elegant but casual ambiance. The cocktail menu is innovative and unique, which suggests that the bartenders know what they are doing! For this reason, I placed my trust in them and ordered the bartender's choice. They will ask you a few questions about your tastes, such as what kind of liquor you like and if there is anything you don't like. Feel free to give them as much or as little guidance! I asked for a refreshing, layered cocktail that was not spirit-forward. I ended up being very happy with both of my bartender's choice cocktails! read more

5++++ Stars. We hosted a 10 person surprise birthday party at Split Eights and they went so far above and beyond to make it a special evening. The owners and staff are so kind and helpful- something that isn't always the case in NYC and I really appreciate it when you come across businesses like this one. And on top of all that, they have a beautiful cozy-modern aesthetic and the very best espresso martini in Manhattan. read more

This is a delicious cocktail bar in the financial district. Despite their tantalizing menu, I always end up just ordering an old fashioned which is always exquisitely made. This is a great place to catch up with friends, as it is never too loud and has a cozy feel. They also have an ice cream sandwich menu that pairs with their cocktails which is a nice treat. Split Eights is definitely a hidden gem in the Financial District, and it pains me to share it with others! read more

Boy do I try to find a great lounge but this isn't it. We were greeted nicely at the entrance given a choice between a banquette or sit at the bar we chose the bar.. had very tiny poors and they were a cup of stirs in front of me so I took one later to be scolded by the bartender saying I can't grab a stir for sanitary reasons. Although he had no problem grabbing out of the same cup. Then insult after injury we decided to move from the bar to the banquet that we were offered earlier only for the woman to come over and say they needed it for a bigger party at 11:30 at night when obviously no one else is walking into the place. I don't think we could've been insulted anymore if they tried. Maybe they should stick to a coffee shop. read more

The waiter/server was rude and questioned my tip once I paid. We noticed several people left once they entered and were left waiting because the waiter didn't come back to seat them. He basically was about to tell us to leave but we were already up and leaving. The drinks were not great. read more

Nice cocktail selection. Enjoyed the Big Trouble and the Spa 88 Gibson. The former was fine but I didn't appreciate the heaping amount of mini ice balls. Reminds me of drinks at resorts where there's very little actual booze. Spa 88 was better presentation wise. Did not appreciate the bearded bartender dropping loud F bombs along with his buddies who came in for drinks. read more

Nice vibe but the drinks are not great. Menu sounded really fun, I love an after dinner coffee drink. But they were not good. Too bad. read more

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Another hidden gem. My friend found this place when we were looking for somewhere to pop in before a movie that was relatively close by. Coffee shop by day, cocktail lounge at night. Cozy, intimate, a low murmur of conversation- no one is posturing here, and the air is relaxed. Short counter, well organized and immaculate, with curated nook accent beyond that lend to the feel that a close a friend's invited you into a corner of their apartment turned suave wet bar. Service is swift, warm, but not cloying. Haven't been on a weekend as yet to know if the vibe remains the same, but this is a good midweek stop in for a solid cocktail. read more

I cannot express how much I LOVE this place. My boyfriend and I were visiting the city, and just happened to stop by. We ended up loving it so much we stopped by an additional 2 times during our 3 day stay in NY. The service was top notch, and the cocktails were both delicious and complex. We will be coming again during our next trip to NYC. read more