So glad my schedule worked out that I had an appointment right across the street from The Bar Room--what a perfect find. I stopped in during happy hour and was immediately impressed. From 3-6pm they offer $1.50 Virginia oysters, and they were super briny and incredibly fresh, which is an absolute steal. To go with that, we ordered $5 Yuenglings on tap. The food was outstanding across the board: * Pulled Pork Nachos with cheddar, pickled jalapeño, and lime crema ($14) -- loaded, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. * Bar Room Fries with parmesan, herbs, and white truffle oil ($10) -- crispy, aromatic, and dangerously addictive. * Deviled Eggs with dijon, kewpie mayo, and chives ($10) -- rich, creamy, and done just right. Every single item we ordered was a hit. On top of the great food and drinks, Kiera took exceptional care of us--friendly, attentive, and genuinely made the experience even better. Fantastic happy hour, delicious food, great service, and an ideal Midtown location. I'll absolutely be back next time I'm in the area. read more

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This is a great find in Midtown/Upper East: * Antique-looking space with character, in a good way (classic style in the decor) * Good food and a huge drink menu * Friendly and professional staff I'll be back! read more

A stunning space with a quality Happy Hour. $5 Bud and Bud Light, $2 Oysters. That's all you need. Clientele was professional and the staff is friendly and fast. Lovely bar and dining room. Excited to try more food offerings the next time around. read more

The Bar Room - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Really good burger with a seeded bun. I got it with fries and asked for honey mustard which it tastes like they make themselves (was good). Cozy pub decorated cute for the holidays. Was able to get a bar seat on a Saturday around 5 pm with no issue. read more

The Bar Room - Inside - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Such a great spot. We went to The Frick museum and I found this place. Lunch was divine and our waitress was lovely. Hubbs got the burger and I got the veggie wrap. All delish. We had the tacos for apps, very good. Drinks were delish too. Love the vibes as well. read more

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Love the happy hour every day till 6. Margarita $12, so refreshing, wines $19/glass. There's nice selection of snacks from HH menu, including fries $10 and $1.59 oysters. The place inside is so pretty! Love the peacock wall paper. Location a great, close to Central Park. read more

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We went to the Diane Arbus exhibit at the Park Avenue Armory. Afterward we looked for a casual place to eat and settled on this place. Very lively and really loud. They sat us in the main dining area which was nice. I ordered the burger with truffle fries which was good. Solid! My partner ordered the fish and chips also good. And another person in our party ordered the Lobster Cobb. And the last person ordered blackened chicken sandwich. Moderately priced for food. I had a glass of Sancerre. The others had martinis. Service was great! Overall a good experience but too noisy! read more

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5 Star Experience! Absolutely LOVE this place! The GM, Richie, and his staff were incredibly friendly, attentive for the private event and made the whole experience feel welcoming from start to finish. The ambience really sets it apart too: warm lighting, and stunning decor, and a relaxed but lively vibe that's perfect for both casual hangouts and special occasions. You can tell a lot of care goes into every detail here. Can't wait to come back! read more

Awesome food and drinks!! Definitely would recommend and go back!! Highly recommend! Try the rice balls! read more

It's a low key bar. The drinks were alright. Nothing out of the ordinary. My biggest issue with this place is they added extra tip to my already 20%. Ridiculous! How is this not illegal!? read more

We went in for a drink at the bar. The atmosphere was pretty, but the drinks were mediocre at best and the service was horrible. Our bartender had an attitude problem and was rude. So much that she slid my husband's drink to him instead of putting it down in front of him. read more

We have been here twice and have not been disappointed. We always go before a show around the block and the staff is always pleasant and accommodating. The food is fresh and cooked too perfection. Order the fries a little well-done and they are perfectly crisp. The oysters are as fresh as ever. The crispy chicken sandwich was delicious, burgers are perfect, and the chicken paillard was yummy. It may not be the perfect place for a quiet date because it does get a little loud but not so bad that you can't hear the person at your table. read more

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Food is good but the servers and hostess have no idea what hospitality is. I think they need proper training. I was watching them when I was having my dinner. They have no idea how to set up tables or put food down or serve drinks properly . read more

I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience here was so egregious that I felt compelled to warn others. From the moment we walked in, the staff's attitude was dismissive and rude. We were ignored for several minutes, despite clearly waiting to be seated. Once acknowledged, the host was abrupt and visibly annoyed -- as if our presence was an inconvenience rather than a paying customer. The level of rudeness was unprofessional and uncalled for. Throughout the meal, our server displayed the same dismissive behavior: rolling eyes, curt responses, and a complete lack of basic courtesy. Simple requests (water refills, menu questions) were met with impatience and sighs, not the attentive service one expects -- especially at this price point. There was no apology or attempt to rectify the situation; just irritation and attitude. We left feeling frustrated and disrespected. This is not what "service" should look like under any circumstances. You can find better food and far better service elsewhere in the city. Save your time and money -- there are plenty of places that actually value their customers. read more

The rudest red head at the front door, we did not stay. Half the tables were empty and two bar tables were also empty, yet she claimed they were all reserved. Having worked in the business for many years, there are multiple ways she could have handled in better. Do yourself a favor and go to T Bar Across the street were they smile and make delicious drinks and food, without the attitude read more

The Bar Room checked all the boxes for us. The combination of comfort food done exquisitely, a down to earth atmosphere and stellar service will keep us coming back. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect person to wait on us. Nicole, you were absolutely wonderful and we thank you for your terrific recommendations and your kindness! You really made our experience lovely today. read more

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The Bar Room is an amazing experience from start to finish, and it is very easy to see why it is such a popular spot! Come for the cocktails (our highlights were the Jalisco espresso martini and Infante - everything on the massive selection of beverages is incredible), and stay for the food, ambiance, and service. Every bite we had was marvelous and all of the staff are super nice! I recommend this place really highly and will be coming back very soon! All of the staff were incredible and really made the experience much more enjoyable!! Thank you so much! read more

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Delicious food, cool place. We ate in the dining room, the bar was packed. It's very loud and lively, creative menu and super tasty appetizers and bites. Our server was attentive and friendly, and she made some great recommendations. read more

Great food in a really cool bar atmosphere. Natural light is plentiful in the dining with a skylight and awesome artwork on the walls. Attentive service as well. read more

Bao buns were unbelievable. Service was outstanding, good vibe and cool spot all around.

The Bar Room is a popular spot to visit. It seems low-key from the outside, but once you enter, the environment is stunning. I enjoy bringing visitors here as it has an uncomplicated menu and great drinks. Now, onto the service. The team here is very attentive. It can get quite busy for happy hour. They always seem to come at the right time in the conversation to remove plates, bring drinks, and give you your order. I have booked small tables for 2-4 guests and big tables for 10 guests. If you are looking to book a huge table here, give them a call. You will get a quicker response than emailing their staff. Favorite dishes: Fries, Chips & Guac, and Burger. Drinks: Rose, Blood Orange Marg -- their drinks are so good. My team loves coming here as they make great mocktails. The food is so good that I forget to take photos. Great sign! read more

This is the burger that I wrote Please burn- very very well done AND I clicked the "well done" option. What a waste. Fortunately am with a large group so they know better also. read more

The Bar Room - New American Near Me - New York, New York

I would give this 4.5 stars. It was perfect for a family group when we were looking for a late but substantial meal in NYC last night. Our server Justin was absolutely fantastic and the cocktail menu was great. Kind of thought about photos a little too late in the game. this has a French bistro vibe. Puffy red leather booths, dim lighting, big bar out front, restaurant in the back. prices extremely reasonable a great choice for us for late night, dining, and something on the menu for everyone. Highlights were the deviled eggs and the pulled pork nachos. Also ordered tacos, bistro burger, corn risotto. All really good. Would definitely go back. read more

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I hosted a 35th birthday party for my wife at the Bar Room in their second floor area. The service was five star, led by the event manager Elena Maddy who went out of her way to make every requested accommodation whether food, music or decorating related. The food was terrific -- particularly the pigs in blanket, crispy rice and maple chicken tenders. The specialty cocktails -- which were personalized per our request along with beautifully designed birthday cocktail menus -- were delicious. My wife could not have been happier with how the party went. I would highly recommend to anyone throwing a party of any sort. The space was perfect for 50 people. read more

Espresso martinis were not as coffee fwd as I would've expected for a place with an espresso martini subcategory but not bad. read more

The Bar Room - Pictured Irish espresso martini, mocha espresso martini, penicillin, margarita and skinny old fashioned. - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Came here for a group dinner. Was able to make a last minute Friday night reservation for a group of 7. Place has a nice speakeasy type of ambience. Elevated. Drinks were well made. Food was surprisingly tasty. Surprised this place wasn't busier on a Friday night, but I'd definitely come back. read more

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Extremely mediocre. Oh, where do I even start? The nachos were flavorless and toppings did not taste fresh. At least it was a large portion, but for ~$25, it's to be expected. The burger was pretty decent but the bun was quite soggy even at the moment the burger was served to us (as if it had been sitting on a plate in the back for a while). The fries that came with the burger did not have enough salt, and the ketchup they gave was insufficient for the amount of fries. The ambiance was good if you like dark mood lighting. But if you prefer to enjoy your dinner in a brightly lit place - this restaurant is not for you. read more

The Bar Room - Pork Nachos and Bar Room Fries - New American Near Me - New York, New York

It hourly enjoyed this elegant ambiance when meeting a friend for a work related lunch on Friday. The happy hour drink and food menu starts early at 3:00 PM! Great prices. Good food. Attentive and friendly staff. And all the cute decorative feels. This is a must go to restaurant and bar! Highly recommend. read more

The Bar Room - Cute ambiance - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Nice food, good service and cozy atmosphere. In a decent area near popular shopping areas! read more

The brussels sprouts were AMAZING. the bartenders are on point and eager to serve. Jonathan will take care of you behind the bar Unfortunately the chicken paillard was drenched in balsamic glaze which killed it for me. Love the ambiance. Would recommend this place for appetizers and a drink. read more

The Bar Room - Crispy brussel sprouts - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Always a required visit when in the city. Stumbled in one afternoon, per chance, no I had not a prior adult beverage! Just admiring the architecture on the side streets and found myself transported to another place and time Cheers to surprises! read more

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Siobhan is the warmest and most welcoming host with a shining personality, she made our evening incredible and unforgettable! "Beet it" is the best drink in the world read more

Came for a private event so that's what this review is gonna be based off of. They separated the back area of the dining room with a curtain so the noise from the rest of the dining room and bar still permeates the private area. The drinks were well made and service was great. The menu was balanced and had a lot of great options. The appetizers I actually liked more than the entrees but everything was solid. Would come back ! read more

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We were going to go to a nearby restaurant, but they didn't have any space so we ended up at the Bar Room. We were able to walk in and be seated and they had plenty of seating. The dining area in the back has great lighting and ambiance, but the food was only okay. I would go back if I am in the area but I wouldn't go out of my way to come back. read more

The Bar Room - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Really nice bar - walked in with a pretty large group on Friday night and thankfully got a table fairly quickly. The servers were nice and drinks were also really good. They have a decent selection of espresso martinis too and loads of cocktails to choose from. The ambience was really nice - dimly lit and cozy. read more

We stopped in for brunch on a Sunday before the theater. Although the brunch menu was not huge, there were enough choices so that everyone can find something. I started off with a cup of tea. They had a nice selection. I ordered the wild mushroom omelette. It contained aged cheddar and the combination was great. Rather than toast, the accompaniment was salad. It was really good with a lite refreshing dressing. I wish that hey had put a bit more salad on the plate. The seating is in the back room. Although there aren't too many tables, when it got filled up, it was quite noisy. It was bright and airy in the back room. They had a large skylight to brighten the place during the day. Our waitress was very nice and the service was very good. When in New York, we will stop by again. read more

The food was delicious but the service and accommodations were lacking! We came in on a Sunday, it was low traffic, the hostess was helpful and sweet seating us while we waited for our party. The server we were assigned unfortunately must have been having an off day, he wasn't very kind or courteous and acted inconvenienced when we asked questions. It was difficult to get his attention when we were looking to order additional dishes. The food was delightful and I enjoyed everything we ordered! One thing that worried me is there was no soap in the bathroom... I'm hoping the kitchen staff doesn't use the same bathroom... read more

Really nice place to go for drinks or dinner... bar in front with a few high top tables, and a lovely full dining room in back. Service was great, food good, and prices reasonable -- especially for the UES! I would definitely go back. read more

Love coming here for happy hour, but the crowd can definitely be a mixed bag. It's a popular after work spot and can get packed quickly at the bar area. Slightly overpriced but makes sense because of its location. The staff is super friendly and attentive. read more

The Bar Room - Happy hour menu and mini martini - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Absolutely LOVE this place! Amazing place to stop by for both food and drinks! Cocktails are great, food is delicious and the staff is always so welcoming. Thank you Melanie and Juhi for the great service! You will definitely see us again soon! read more