What an amazing spot .. I normally don't like to write reviews unless I feel very strongly about a…read moreplace. Food was out of this world!

Came to this establishment on Saturday night with some friends. We sat at the bar. There are only 3…read moretables in this place: one by the window that seats about 6 people that was occupied, and another in the back, and one off to the side, also both occupied. I asked the waiter if I could get the table by the window when they leave. He said no, it's reserved. I said, "Okay, how about the one in the back?" He replied, "That's also reserved." "Okay, how about the one to the side?" "Nope, that's also reserved, and by the way, this bar is also reserved, so we have about 40 minutes until we have to leave." I've never felt more uncomfortable in my life. We are definitely not wanted here We are here, quiet, enjoying ordering ourselves having cocktails and food. He just smiled.Wont be back there ever again

Thank goodness we FOUND paradise LOST. You ring the doorbell, and are buzzed in to be put on the…read morelist. For my group of 2, it was approximately a 25 minute wait on a Saturday at 7. We jumped over to the bar right beside and drank some girly drinks before getting the notification our table was ready. As with nearly every establishment in NYC, it is very close quarters in paradise lost. We stood at a table while waiting for seats at the bar to become available. Which, we didn't mind. I could see how this might be a little harder to get a seat for a bigger group if you aren't there before 6. It seemed that once a group got a big table, they camped out. The drinks were strong and creative. Friendly bartenders, good music, and yummy options for bar snacks. Also, the bathroom is a nice touch. Given the hell theming for the bar, the bathroom is a 180 and while using the Lou, you can listen to the bible being recited. Theres also a spooky surprise if you press the button in the bathroom. Speaking of the bathroom, it is at the bottom of some decently narrow stairs. So, try and stay sober enough for stairs or you may fall. Go to this bar. You will have fun.

Paradise Lost is a speakeasy tiki bar located on 2nd Ave in the East Village. A friend & I went…read morethere after having dinner at Spicy Moon a few blocks away. We wanted to have after-dinner cocktails in a chill space, so we searched on our phones & saw Paradise Lost address via Google. We proceeded to walk down & was unable to find the establishment due to their being no front sign. After walking back & forth a few times, we saw another group walking towards the door & they confirmed the place. We walked inside the front door pressed a "doorbell" & lo & behold we gained entry after the previous group went inside. Definitely an incognito entrance. Once inside that door there is someone to greet you, & take your information. There is a forest/ grass/ jungle-looking foyer/ hallway we walked down to get to the next door. Before we knew it, we were near the "Paradise Lost No Vacancy" neon sign w/ an arrow pointing towards the snake-shaped knob door. It gets opened & a supercool speakeasy awaits.... Paradise Lost has mixed style table / seating arrangements throughout the place. A bar seating section, booth-style seating area, lounge- style seating area, etc. We got there a little after 7pm, so the afterwork crowd was in full swing. Paradise Lost has interesting atmosphere. At times a Gothic / Medieval Vibe, meets place w/ shipwreck decor, meets eleganct /club vibe w/ beautiful ceiling lighting, etc. Music played in the background. Staff are friendly, energetic, & attentive. We were pleasantly overwhelmed w/ the vast selection of tiki cocktails that were on the menu. Paradise Lost also have an intimate selection of snacks/ food menu items. This included Popcorn, Tater Tots, Devilled Eggs Rangoon Dip, etc. We ordered some cocktails served in unique tiki mugs & a bucket of popcorn to munch on w/ our drinks. The popcorn is flavored w/ Sea Buckthorn & Browm Butter, which gave it an special flavor profile. Our cocktails were well-prepared & nice & strong. Paradise Lost has individual unisex bathroom stalls & a communal vanity & sink area. The bathroom stalls have spooky voices coming from a speaker as you use the bathroom. I was so humorously taken aback, it had me laughing when I came out...Definitely a different thing to experience in the bathroom - lol. Before we left we watched one of the bartenders do a cocktail "fire" presentation for some patrons in a booth seated area. Wow.... Paradise Lost accepts walk-ins only, no reservations. Paradise Lost accepts groups of 8 or less, unless you are requesting to book the space for a private event. Ages 21+ paradiselost.nyc @paradiselostnyc Paradise Lost is open everyday - 5pm-2am.

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.

Service was a little all over the place but I know it's their first opening week. Started with the…read morevalet sign outside the hotel but no valet agent outside. So I drove to the end of the hotel where there was a parking sign. It's not associated with the hotel and they charge $25 up to 3 hours. Cocktails are $22-25 range. Appetizers were about the same range. But you're paying for the killer view. It's thee best view of Manhattan I've ever seen. Seating is more geared towards parties of 4 and up. Not much seating for 2. Free coat check and unisex bathrooms are a plus.

View is cool. $20 get in. Ok got it not so many ppl. Acceptable. $18 for mojito or other cocktails…read more It's ok too. But please don't use cheap alcohol. Bottle of quality mojito is $~10. Don't get cheap if you wanna be "fancy". Especially when you charge high!!!

Bembe is one of those places. If you know, you know -- and…read moreif you don't, you should fix that immediately. Tuesday nights? Reggaeton goes crazy. The room is moving, the energy is right, and it feels like a real party instead of a playlist on shuffle. Friday nights with the live drums? Different level. That's when Bembe really shows its roots. The drums add this raw, authentic feel that turns the whole night into an experience instead of just a bar stop. Now let's talk drinks -- because this one deserves its own moment: The tequila with the lime dipped in coffee grounds is surprisingly delicious. I wasn't expecting it to work... but it absolutely does. Must-drink. Non-negotiable. This is a place to dance, drink, sweat a little, and leave feeling like you actually went somewhere. Bathroom Review (2 out of 4) Safety - Bouncer presence helps a lot. You feel secure moving back there. Accessibility - Easy enough to get to, no maze or weird hallway journey. Space - Bathrooms are small and tucked way in the back. Gets cramped fast. Privacy - Sinks are outside the bathrooms, which kills the privacy a bit when it's packed.

Where to start with Bembe... reimagined from years ago... not the Bembe that Dj Gringo cultivated…read morethrough the years but a new vibe with Reggae/dancehall, afrobeats and other themed nights. Music is always good, sometimes a couple decades back as they dig in the crates and nostalgic dancehall plays... the service is always attentive and the female bartenders are always friendly... my fave drinks are the passionfruit margarita or the rum punch either one will do you just right. The real vibe starts a little late for the weeknight events... so be prepared to lose some sleep before work... always a vibe.. always safe and a staple in the Williamsburg communityfor Caribbean.

I'm not usually in Bushwick, but came here to celebrate a friend's birthday which ended up being…read moresuch a great time! It's a fun neighborhood spot with dancing, a photobooth, food, and the best prices on drinks! Come before 9pm for their BOGO happy hour deal (you get a free drink card that you can use even after HH ends)! All the bartenders and employees are so friendly and efficient too. I love that it's a great space to dance but also not overbearing where you can't hear someone talk either. The food was also delicious and perfect after all the drinks you're having here. Our group loved the vibe so much that we're bringing everyone back for future events. It's worth the trek out here for the vibe and drinks --perfect for big parties!

Nice dance-friendly bar with a strong local vibe. Good drink list, friendly bar tender, and a very…read morediverse crowd here. There's a food menu and you can grab reasonable priced pizza. They've apparently been in the neighborhood a long time, so they're doing a lot of things right. Make sure to check out weekly DJ sets. Plenty of space to groove or just hang out with friends. There's a nice lounge in the back as well.

Rooftop 93 is such a hidden gem in the middle of Manhattan! The vibes are everything!!! dim…read morecandlelight, chic atmosphere, and those skyline views that make you stop mid conversation just to take it all in. At night, the city lights stretch out in every direction and it feels like the perfect NYC moment. We ordered the Bowery Margarita and it did not disappoint fresh, smooth, and perfectly balanced with that citrus kick. The presentation was gorgeous too, topped with a dried orange slice that felt just as Instagram-worthy as it was delicious. It's the kind of spot that works equally well for a date night, catching up with friends, or just sipping a drink while soaking in the view. Definitely one of those "only in New York" experiences. Pro tip: go in the evening when the city lights are just starting to glow you'll get the best of both the sunset and the night skyline.

Awesome view, great drinks, good service and and an overall really cool, laid back vibe! In an area…read moreof Chinatown that is stays pretty crowded, this felt like a hidden gem.

They have my vote! I will be back . Me and a date stumbled in here after a previous bar in the area…read more. It was more in the closing side but they let us in for a round of pool and drinks. Let's just say didn't expect the night to turn into the fun ,lit night it did but we loved the hospitality. And I won in Pool . Great for intimate dates or calm vibes around friends locally on a weekday. The venue is nice so I'm sure they are busy weekends

This is a fine, fine bar…read more Just a couple of blocks off the Lorimer, Graham, and Grand stations in Williamsburg, Haven's dark lights, sturdy floors, cheap drinks, and rockin' sound system make it a great spot to gather a group of friends for a night of dancing. I've been twice (film wrap party, friend's birthday) and can see myself coming back.