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    The Binc

    4.4 (121 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    Vibe
    Jon K.

    The Binc has the potential of a great local neighborhood cocktail bar that also serves solid food. I love the intimate vibe and upscale environment Binc offers when you're looking for more than an ale house. I've come here a few times for happy hours (Mon-Thurs) where I normally enjoy a glass of wine or a Fahrenheit 451 cocktail (their take on a spicy margarita). Though in general I love the concept of this place, there have been a few times where the vibe just... flopped. On the weekends, I've seen the bartenders get entirely overwhelmed and start to lash out the patrons and I've seen guests get impatient and walk out. They sometimes get too busy for their own good, especially on the weekends, where you may sit and wait and be ignored for a while before the bartender gets to you. All that to say, some of the crafty cocktails seem to be a lot of effort for little delight to the tastebuds. Ordering grandma's salty tomatoes was on me. I normally like my spiked tomato drinks, but this kind of tasted like bottom of the kitchen sink water. Or the very end of a Bloody Mary where it gets really melty and watery and you're not sure that the flavors are working for you anymore. The big dill cocktail was more up my alley, but still not enough of a star to come back for. I'll stick to weekday happy hours for a glass of wine and a side of fries here in the future.

    Southwest Aurora and The Oldest Fable.
    Cindy Z.

    While walking around the neighborhood, we stopped by here for some drinks after dinner. The interior was dim-lit with a romantic atmosphere as many others were coupled up here as well. I liked that the AC was strong in here since it was a hot day out. We got our water right away, but ordering our drinks took awhile. After waiting 10 minutes and not getting any attention, we ended up ordering our drinks at the bar. As we were waiting for the drinks, a waiter finally came by and asked for our drink order --thanks for nothing. I ended up getting the Southwest Aurora ($18) and the boyfriend got the Oldest Fable ($18). Mine was too tart and his was too bitter. We ended up leaving after one drink since it wasn't in our favor. I also noticed the starters were almost as expensive as the entrees, so food was one the pricey side as well. Although a nice vibe for a romantic night, the service, price, and drinks did not appeal to me otherwise.

    Steak frites
    Nicole B.

    I know most people probably come here for the drinks, but the food was actually delicious. The peppercorn sauce on the steak frites was BEYOND. Would definitely come back for it. The Caesar broccolini was not what I expected, could probably use more sauce but it wasn't bad. The bar is very dimly lit and gets crowded so would recommend going on the earlier side to secure a seat since they don't take reservations and it is relatively small. Overall, nice neighborhood spot!

    Grilled Chicken Sandwich
    Em B.

    My friend and I loved The Binc! Intimate setting, beautiful decor, great service and amazing food. Highly recommended for a small group. Sriracha Wings: 5/5 Grilled Chicken Breast Sandwich: 5/5 ambiance: 5/5 drinks: 5/5 food: 5/5 service: 5/5 The Binc: 5/5

    Katey G.

    A perfect spot to grab some weekday cocktails! I've been to Bevacco a few times, but I'd never visited The Binc which is their cocktail bar attached. We went on a Saturday afternoon and sat outside around 5pm. We ordered a side of fries which were huge, crispy, and delicious. Basically everything you could ask for when ordering fries with cocktails. I got a delicious fruity cocktail over ice with strawberry purée and mint. I wish I could remember the name! It was very refreshing and something I'd definitely enjoy having again. Will make sure to come back fro happy hour!

    Gordon's breakfast
    Diego D.

    Came here for a drink with a friend during happy hour (Monday-Thursday 5-7PM) on a rainy afternoon. They have cocktails for $12. We sat down by the tabletop bar by the window despite some areas were leaking due to the rain. The cocktails are okay, tried the FIGURE OF SPEECH (a decent rye cocktail) and the GORDON'S BREAKFAST, which I actually liked more (it was a bit spicy as it had cholula hot sauce but still good) . I'd like to come back and try the food but the staff is a bit pushy ESPAÑOL Vine aquí con un amigo para una bebida durante la happy hour (Lunes-Jueves 5-7PM) en una tarde lluviosa. Tienen cocteles por $12. Nos sentamos en la mesa alta de la ventana aunque algunas zonas estaban goteando por la lluvia. Los cócteles están bien, probé el FIGURE OF SPEECH (coctel decente de rye) y el GORDON'S BREAKFAST, que me gustó más (estaba un poco picante por la salsa cholula pero aún así estaba rico). Me gustaría ir otro día a probar la comida pero el personal es un poco insistente

    Shaylja S.

    A cute little spot to grab some cocktails. We came here after visiting the Brooklyn Bridge and it was a hidden gem. The inside was a cool old-school type vibe. It was nice and air-conditioned with a pretty open bar. The bathrooms had old-classic like doors. It was a really different type of ambiance. We got a few drinks that were really crisp and refreshing. It was a nice place to relax, have a high quality cocktail and enjoy company. The price-point wasn't bad either! I'd definitely visit this place again when in Brooklyn!

    Shishito peppers
    Lucy L.

    Came here on an anniversary date and made it just the tail end of happy hour. It was perfect. For the main we ordered shishito peppers, a grilled chicken sandwich, short rib flatbread, siracha wings, and a plate of fries. Everything was delicious and a portion was so reasonable. The service was lovely and the space was dark and perfect for the occasion. I highly recommend this little neighborhood bar.

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    Cozy dim-lit spot that fills up quickly, they've got a great happy hour with fun drinks. The service was great, the food could be better.

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    Excellent! And, yes! We have vegan options.

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    lovely bartenders, sexy vibes with dim lights, open late (by neighborhood standards) - super solid date night spot!

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    the service and drinks at the binc were amazing. val and liam were so amazing , they single-handedly made my experience fantastic.

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    Definitely open as of Dec 2024. Delicious drinks and food. Great ambiance. Great music at a good volume. Would definitely go back!

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    Valerie

    4.3(1.4k reviews)
    4.0 miMidtown West
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    My wife and I took our kids (10 and 16 year old boys) to this place on our last evening in NYC. We…read morewere looking for a place that had a nice ambiance and good food. Ambiance: This place has a nice ambiance, definitely very "New York" -- dark (you can't see how dirty the floor is) and loud music (maybe too loud). We sat upstairs (we had a reservation) and of all the people on the top there was a party of 4 (us), a party of 8 (all dudes celebrating something) and the rest of the tables were on a DATE - which I thought was funny. Service: We were served by Ann-Marie who was so delightful. She was kind, super nice, and took the time to speak to us (which is basically how we figured out she wasn't a native New York City person). She gave us good food suggestions and we were very happy with our selection. Food: Here is what we ordered * Steak Frites: My two boys got the steak frites and I have to say the steak was awesome! I had a bite of each of theirs and they each ordered it differently (one Medium Rare/Medium and one Medium) and they both were prepared PERFECTLY. The fries were overflowing. * Caeser Salad with Salmon: My wife got the salad with Salmon (they only have a few salad options) and she enjoyed it. * Prawn and Crab Risotto: I got this and I have to say it was VERY bland. I wouldn't get this if you are looking for taste. I had to put salt and pepper on it to make it have any semblance of taste. Value/Price: I would say this is not over priced but it is not cheap either...bill is attached. I would recommend it to folks who are looking for a good place to either go out on a date or a family type meal.

    Amazing ambiance! We visited for a birthday dinner and were seated in a cozy, intimate corner,…read moreenhanced by the restaurant's beautifully dimmed lighting. Our server was fantastic--friendly, helpful, and highly efficient. The cocktail menu leans heavily into gin, but they are happy to mix up whatever you like. I ordered a margarita and it was excellent! For dinner, I went with the steak frites. It was absolutely delicious, and the portion was so generous that I actually had to push myself to finish it. While it's on the pricier side and maybe not an everyday dining spot, it's a phenomenal choice if you're looking for a guaranteed great experience for a special night out!

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    Dear Irving on Broadway

    4.5(40 reviews)
    4.5 miMidtown West

    Had an awesome time at Dear Irving. We recently celebrated a friend's birthday here. We were…read morekindly greeted when we entered and directed to the elevator leading to the event space. DI reserved an area between the bar and patio for the event. Enough room for our party to gather and not impede on other patrons. I found all of the staff to be very professional and attentive while very busy. The menu has a variety of small bite options, which was shared amongst the group. Everyone seemed to enjoy them, suggesting one another to try this or that. The bartenders/ mixologists were on their A game. The drink menu is pretty extensive and from what I could see, our party choices ranged from wines to whisky's and several options between. The rooftop/patio was an extension of the comfortable but trendy decor. Great space for an evening, date or friend gathering. Dear Irving... well done. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

    I was here for an event, so didn't order entrees/mains. We did have some appetizers and finger…read morefood, which wasn't the tastiest...the best thing there were probably the lobster rolls and sliders. The drinks were very delicious, though! The bartenders were nice and made the drinks very quickly. There was one who was consistently friendly, as opposed to the blonde lady there. I'd go back again on a date night because the interior had major sexy vibes.

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    Sunken Harbor Club - Shallows drinks

    Sunken Harbor Club

    4.5(117 reviews)
    0.6 miDowntown Brooklyn
    $$$

    I've been trying to go to Sunken Harbor for over a year now. I don't know how it's possible but…read moredespite being local it always seems to have a private event whenever we have plans to go. The stars finally aligned this winter and I had the opportunity to try it out. The vibes are perfect. Fog and bubbles, sea noises and all of the art go together seemlessly. Drinks were great. We had three and left suitably sloshed for the night with no aftereffects. We didn't have too many bites but the food was very good for a bar. I'm excited to go back and I hope we have just as much luck getting in next time.

    This is a "speakeasy" above Gage and Tollner. An undersea Tiki style adventure with a sexy mermaid…read moreheading up the bar. Nautical theme throughout with weathered leather, ropes, fish. Cocktails are made with various types of rum and ingredients like grapefruit, maraschino, wormwood amaro, falernum, thyme, Assam tea, spiced lime, allspice, coconut, cucumber, nutmeg, sour orange. All the drinks keep with the tropical, fruity taste with a hint of spice. They are also broken up into categories (dry land = no alcohol, shallows = average amount of alcohol, and abyss (larger amounts of alcohol). The abyss section has some cocktails that are limited to two per customer. They have some bar bites like fried green tomatoes, shrimp toast, broiled oysters, ricotta, dumplings, sliders. I had the French fries with kimchi ranch, which were underwhelming. Bartenders were cool and kept the drinks coming. I got in immediately without an issue or a wait, but it was right after a snowstorm. I've seen some people struggle to get in or have a long wait.

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    Dear Strangers - Such a nice cute bar!

    Dear Strangers

    4.3(29 reviews)
    2.3 miGreenwich Village

    Met up with friends here for dinner before a show near Washington square. It wasn't super crowded…read morewhen we arrived around 6pm (maybe due to the extreme cold that day) but started filling up gradually. I loved the ambiance and decor, very cozy. As for food, there were some true hits but most of the food was good but basic. The highlights for me were the wild mushrooms & rice cakes as well as the Caesar salad - loved the use of nori in the salad and would definitely come back for the mushrooms. The chicken cutlet and chicken dumplings were fine but I probably wouldn't order them again. The wait staff weren't super attentive nor super warm, but they were efficient when we asked for water refills, etc. There was ample standing room at the bar while we waited for our friends, but the table/booth that we sat at was super narrow, I was knocking knees with my friend all night and generally felt squished.

    Dear Strangers? Yes, they certainly treat you like one! This place is not good. They seemed…read moreunprepared to handle restaurant week. There weren't enough servers to handle the crowd and that was reflective in our dinner service. Despite being checked in on 0 times and having to flag them down for water, to order, and to get our check, their attitude wasn't warm or accommodating at all. It even came off like we were bothering our server when asking for basic things. The food was subpar. Didn't try the drinks. Maybe that's the savior? -Tuna tartare acceptable; nothing to write home about -Chicken dumplings tasted like chicken but had no bite to it. Weird and served on paper that resembled a crumpled receipt or used tissue. -Chicken cutlet was warm and soggy. No truffle flavor as advertised on the menu. Some creativity points for the accompanying foam dip but it didn't work. -Beef short rib was tasty but the single potato that come with it felt insulting and cheap. Really? One potato? -Pecan pie dessert and sorbet were really good. Sad way to finish, only enjoying the final course. Ambiance was good. Floors were super slippery because they were tiled on a snowy day. They should warn their guests about that. Lots of work to be done here and I will not be around to see it through!

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    Steight - Ichigo Ichie

    Steight

    4.6(44 reviews)
    1.3 miLower East Side

    Very cute speakeasy hidden behind an empty hair salon. The decor was very fun, and I couldn't quite…read moretell what the theme was. It's a very small space, so it may be a bit of a wait for a seat. We came around 8:45 PM, and got a spot at the bar after about 20 minutes. We tried the yuzu contact and the ma-chet baker, and the ma-chet baker was definitely our favorite. It tasted just like a matcha latte, and I liked the bits of gen maicha in it. It wasn't very strong however. The yuzu contact was also very light and citrusy.

    yuzu highball mt highball…read more- highball was nice, basic, and refreshing; nothing much to note about but ive definitely had better - i liked the yuzu a bit more because the mt highball was a bit too alcoholic hojicha colada - hojicha is their seasonal menu and it also is my favorite! The tea was strong and fragrant - it is on the sweeter side, a bit like dessert, so i had to pair it with water, but it was still yummy and would recommend yuzu contact - this was alright! Typical yuzu but ive had better ones - personally feel like the yuzu can be brighter and a bit sweeter rating: 4/5 - the drinks were all good but nothing particularly stood out except for the hojicha colada - the vibe and the music really brought up my rating though! It was such a cute, cozy, intimate spot for dates - small speakeasy with only a few seats, similar to bars in japan; it's one of those japanese listening bars and i love it - there was light jazz in the background, not too loud that i had to shout - the mood was perfect; I couldn't stop staring at the interior decor and immerse myself in this little cozy corner - service was super quick, nothing much to note IG: @nom.noms.only

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    Apotheke

    3.8(1.6k reviews)
    1.1 miChinatown, Civic Center
    $$$

    Had a really good time at this bar. From the outside, it…read moredoesn't look much, but once you step in, you get to soak in the amazingly lit bar. The drinks were also pretty good and fairly priced! Really enjoyed my cucumber chili oil drink, it was savory and unique. Seating was limited though but our party managed to snag one once another party left. definitely a first come first serve concept.

    Apotheke was one of my first experiences with a hidden speakeasy a number of years ago, and it…read morestill remains the OG in my vast encyclopedia of experiences. :) Strolling down Chinatown's busy and gritty Doyers Street, looking for any sign of Apotheke is a fond memory, then finally figuring out where it was, and entering through the mysterious and otherworldly threshold resulted a transformative experience that made me feel like I time traveled. Mood lighting, comfortable seating, great drinks in a cozy and Victorian-inspired space are the perfect blend of unique and. I always felt like I was part of something special the few times enjoyed creative, delicious, and strong libations from the pros at the bar. While it has always been pricey, I do feel like the excellent service ambiance, and drink quality warrant this, but may prevent more folks from becoming regulars so to speak. I love the clever and compact bathroom design, too. IYKYK Long live Apotheke!

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