We booked a drag brunch because why not while you are in NYC. We were there 15 mins early and the host sat us at the bar while they set up for the show. We got some non alcoholic mojitos to start the day. Once it was all set up the host brought us to our table. We got bingo cards and the show started. Jacklynn Hyde was very entertaining and the waiters were friendly and attentive. I order avocado toast which was decent. I would definitely come back just for drag bingo and a drink. read more

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I stopped by for a drink before heading to a Broadway show, and my experience was just okay. The atmosphere was fun and had a great vibe, making it a nice place to grab a pre-show cocktail. I ordered an espresso martini, which was well made, mildly sweet, and enjoyable. However, I didn't taste much alcohol in it. Unfortunately, the service left a lot to be desired. The bartender came across as unfriendly. I had considered ordering another drink, but I didn't feel particularly welcome. I also noticed that he brought water to the customers next to me but not to me until I specifically asked for it. Overall, the drinks and atmosphere were good, but the lack of welcoming service made the experience disappointing. read more

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I really wanted to love this spot, but the overall experience just felt off. It's clear that drag brunch is their main attraction, and unfortunately everything else feels like an afterthought. We visited around 6pm on a Saturday before a show. Even though we arrived early, we were quickly seated at a small cocktail table in the middle of a crowded room. We each ordered entrées - food was fine, typical bar fare, nothing to write home about. What stood out most was how rushed everything felt. We were in and out in about 20 minutes, which wasn't what we were hoping for at all. As a young couple looking to enjoy a few drinks and kick off a fun night before our show, the vibe just wasn't there. We felt more like we were being moved along than welcomed to stay - maybe we aren't their preferred clientele, who knows. I'm sure their brunch is great, but at the end of the day, this is a bar that happens to serve food - and the staff seemed fairly put out having to work. With so many options in Times Square, this isn't a place we'd return to. read more

This Dickens named bar nails the atmosphere, rich, cozy decor that feels straight out of the novel without slipping into gimmick territory. The drag show adds a lively, joyful twist that keeps the whole place buzzing. Service is excellent across the board, warm and attentive, and the prices are surprisingly great for how much fun you get out of the night. A standout spot with character, energy, and real value. read more

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Loved that they had happy hour at all the tables, not just the bar. Got the happy hour chicken tacos and Buffalo cauliflower. They were both tasty, but I actually ordered the cauliflower with the sweet chili. Was a little disappointed, but the flavor was pretty good. read more

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Okay drag bingo!!! Haven't laughed so much at one brunch (and that's a hard thing to beat!) She is an absolute peach keeping the show going and the drinks flowing! The food was some of the best brunch food I've had so don't sleep on it! Pro tip! This is great for groups, bring all the ppl read more

Never knew the dickens had so many rooms! Went for their martini bar and bottomless fries, this martini lounge is a little tight for big groups but I would still go back to enjoy their other martinis. Great music and nice staff! I made a little spill and they were super attentive and cleaned up the floor really fast. read more

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This spot has 3 floors, including a martini bar and a rooftop. They have happy hour deals, drag bingo certain days and times too. I came for dinner and to try their four new fall cocktails listed below: Olive-R Twist Ginger Twinsies Thyme to Rum Scrooges Revival These 4 drinks screamed autumn and were all balanced, not too strong, and paired with the food. The Fajita Bites and Cauliflower Bites were addicting and the Big Dickens Burger was juicy and meaty. You can't go wrong with fries either! I can eat that tender Braised Beef Short Rib over and over again too. It fell apart nicely and paired great with the mashed potatoes. Service was amazing. The wait staff are all super kind and the place is very LGBTQ friendly! read more

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Honestly this salad was great. So great that the girl sitting next to me tapped my shoulder to ask what I ordered. While the ritz flavor didn't come through, the other flavors combine and compliment each other so well. I added chicken which was thin and juicy. Plus HH till 7! Can't be beat! read more

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Yummy food and open late! We had a reservation for 10:15pm and sat in the dining area. I had booked this place because I heard they offer unique martinis and when you order a martini you get bottomless fries. However, that's only on the second floor. I didn't see anything when booking at the time of reservation that indicated there was a difference so we unfortunately didn't get to experience that. But the martinis we did have and small plates were delicious. Loved the vibe of the place. A queer bar hit the music was fantastic and our server was the best! It's right in Hells Kitchen near Times Square and open very late. read more

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After theater show, went for a nightcap. Conveniently located in midtown Manhattan. mixed crowd, modern chill leather seats, fancy drinks if you so want one. Roving servers is spotty, but once you get to the bartender, home run, they are sharp and attentive, communicate well for ordering drinks. Crowd is clicky, groupy, you name it not a sociable place to really meet people, you have to make effort to socialize, but if your on your phone and with others, it's hard to chit chat. Go there when they have specials only, that night we went to Taco Tuesday and Margs for $10. So that's the focus. read more

Had an exceptional time at The Dickens. Heard good things and was in close proximity. It was late so I only had beverages. Went with the margarita from the third floor bar. Very tasty and well balanced. Hung out on the second floor for a while before returning to the first floor for more. Vibes were great. Music was popping. The staff were very fun and you can tell people like working here. Can't wait to come back. read more

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The Dickens was such a fun find in Manhattan. The staff was amazing--super kind, welcoming, and genuinely funny, which made the whole experience even better. And honestly, who doesn't want fries with their martinis? The drinks were delicious and well made, and the vibe was impeccable. It's lively, fun, and has great music that really keeps the energy up. We had such a great time and will definitely be coming back every time we're in the city. read more

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This seems like a decent bar. We stopped here scouting for locations to meet a friend for conversation. Well, as a bar, there is going to be loud music so went elsewhere. But the music was a good mix. Kind of a dark and smoky ambience (even though there was no smoke). We did have one drink before leaving and bar service was fine. There is an upstairs with seating. We'd come back here for a drink or three. read more

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Came with some friends for drag bingo brunch and it was epic! The 90-minutes of bottomless brunch was delicious, with a very fast and attentive staff. I got to try a bunch of drinks and I think the one with gelato floating in the middle (mimosa) was favorite. Jacklynn Hyde was a great hostess with a lot of comedy to mix in between bingo calls and songs. After brunch, the rooftop opens up for even more daytime drinking. Pancakes: Pretty much a dessert with all the sweetness. Fluffy pancakes with ice cream on top and some cookie wafers. Home Fries: This was my choice for a side. Lots of flavor in the spices and the veggies mixed in. But the texture was a bit mushy for home fries. read more

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Cute ambiance for the holidays and a fun bar playing early 2000s music. Server was kind and efficient. We didn't have food just a holiday apple cider mule that was yummy but they had a different food options. read more

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Midnight to close happy hour. Can't beat a $12 espresso martini after a long day of work haha read more

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Overall rating: 4.6 Came here on a date for drag bingo. The show is sooo good. Extremely entertaining and wow, I've never seen so many bridal showers and birthdays! It was pretty funny that I chose this as a first date & highly recommend. The food was alright, nothing special. But the drinks were flowwinggg in the best way. I definitely recommend coming with a group of people and enjoy the performance. BRING ONES. TIP, TIP, TIP. Do not come on an empty stomach. Would have rather just to order an appetizer, then drinks. read more

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The vibes in here are severely off. No one in the building was smiling. Not the staff. Not the patrons. Only nice person was the manager. The bartenders would literally roll their eyes at you. You say thank you and they ignore you and walk off looking angry. Drinks are also crazy overpriced, even for New York. 2 stars goes to whoever designed the interior. It's really beautiful inside and out. Great rooftop patio (though it's rarely open) read more

Bottomless was 3 drinks... rip off. $90 for a burger and 3 drinks... go somewhere else proof that automatic gratuity of 20% does not motivate good service. Drag queen was GREAT! read more

BINGO BRUNCH WITH JACKLYNN HYDE One of the most entertaining drag queens in NYC and the food is pretty good as well. @jacklynn.hyde read more

Last night I check out the upstairs martini bar at The Dickens... this is a must try!! The martini bar is down the hallway to the left of the upstairs bar. They make a mean martini and the best part is that you get bottomless fries all night with the purchase of a martini! The fries were hot and salty and the perfect pair to my dirty martini. This is the ultimate girl dinner spot! We got a seat at the bar with no problem around 8PM on a Thursday. It definitely got more crowded later on after the broadway shows let out, but this would be a great post-theater spot if you can snag a seat! read more

The Dickens "Martini Experience " on the second (of four) floor was a pleasure. The Porn Star Martini delighted, although it was a bit embarrassing ordering 'out loud.' Alternatively, patrons can choose to build their martini. Since each martini order comes with complimentary bottomless frites, I enjoyed my snack alongside my 2nd martini featuring Prosecco, vanilla and peach liquor. For $19.95, patrons can add dinner. Either a half roast chicken or sliced skirt steak. I'll be back! read more

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Martini Lovers, This One's for You! Indulge in a martini experience like no other at The Dickens second floor, a stunning martini bar nestled in the heart of Hell's Kitchen! Order any specialty martini and enjoy bottomless fries--on the house! Want to elevate the experience? Add a sliced skirt steak or half roast chicken to your martini and fries for just $19.95. It's the perfect spot for a girls' night out before or after a Broadway show! So gather your crew, sip on handcrafted martinis, and let the night unfold. read more

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I owe this place a big thanks for helping me figure out what kind of martini I like! Multi-level bar that has a different vibe/special happening on every floor. Highly recommend going to the martini bar where they served you bottomless fries with your martinis! Between my friend & I, we had 6 martinis and 3 or 4 fries..what a time. Highly recommend a dry gin martini with an orange twist. Sit at the bar! The staff is super friendly. Will def be my future post-Broadway stop from now on! read more

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Seated immediately with a reservation. Plenty of bar seating available as well as a seating area. Upon entering they check all IDs even my 61 year old mother (lol). Our server Kevin was attentive, sassy, and very helpful. Has a local neighborhood bar vibes. Not very touristy just a few blocks from Times Square. Great spot to pop into before a show. Good for groups if you have a reservation. Great playlist- music isn't too loud, fully able to hear each other at your table. Acoustics are rough. Very loud. If you want it to be peaceful and quieter go earlier. Around 5:30 the place exploded and got incredibly loud. Menu is only QR code. Tons of great options. HH is throughout the whole restaurant. Margarita is pretty bad. It's prebatched mix tastes like the bottle stuff Bordeaux wine isn't bad. Nachos- good crispy crunchy chips. Guacamole is really fresh. Overall great flavor. Chicken sliders- very good. Hard to eat cause they're so big but the flavors pair so well together. Chicken is super crispy and great flavor on its own. Cowboy carter- good. Just a basic smoked old fashioned read more

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3 story bar with a rooftop. Wasn't able to go to the rooftop the day I went due to a private event but overall a great experience. Attentive staff, chill vibe and drinks were good. The drink prices are what you'd expect in the city read more

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The Dickens was a pretty good pre show spot. We were able to get seated without a reservation. I had a salad which isn't the most exciting of meals, granted. But, I do wish it had more chicken - $22 for a salad is already kinda crazy -- I also wish it was also a bit more dressed. They were a bit understaffed, so service was a tad slow. The restaurant itself is pretty nice with a nod to queer icons which I love. I'd try them again. read more

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We stopped in late and my friends didn't realize the 2nd floor was closed. Such a cordial place that they still were treated respectfully by the manager, Brian. We recommend The Dickens for the great service! read more

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Strong drinks, almost too strong for my taste but great value for the price. Bartender was quick and attentive. Dark and sensual and filled with board games in the Genie Lounge, this was a fun spot to socialize in. The spring rolls were good - the sauce was amazing. The sliders were one of the best I've had as well. Only thing I'd pass on personally were the chicken kebabs read more

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Came for the Martini bar before a show, and unfortunately that specific bar was closed. Instead we were seated at the main level and ordered a few cocktails, wine and nibbles. I have to say for a bar the food was excellent! I got the arugula salad and my dad got the steak frites. Our server was friendly and the atmosphere of this LGBTQ+ bar is sweet - Mrs.Doubtfire was playing on a couple small tvs nestled between Christmas Decorations. read more

I am updating my review, because although my first experience wasn't the best... I have come back to The Dickens thrice, and was proved that sometimes your first impression isn't always accurate. The reason why I came back was because the owner was really polite in his correspondence and THAT is how you get people back in the door. I think that they have fair prices for the quality of drink that you get, and it attracts a classy crowd of people. There has always been enough bartending staff. I really like the ambiance. It is actually a place I can go to and not feel like I'm in Hell's Kitchen. It's clean. It's elegant. The cocktail bar was absolutely amazing. I actually had such a really good blue cheese stuffed dirty martini here with unlimited fries. It might be one of the better ones I had. There's good music. It's a vibe. I was wrong in my initial review and first impression. read more

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First time at The Dickens. Loved the vibe! Our server was attentive and served a side of banter with our drinks.

Omg! I came here as a last minute plan. The vibes and atmosphere were so much fun! This nice short server took care of me and my friends. I think his name is Cesar. He was the coolest. I highly recommend this place. Make sure Cesar is the one taking care of you! read more

I recommend this place for great vibes and a great place for drinks. The food on the other ends was not so good, the fish tacos were tasteless and have no flavor, not even salt and pepper. The chipotle chicken wrap wasn't bad but it's because of the chipotle sauce that added flavor. The fries and flatbread were good and the grilled half chicken was edible. If you want good vibes and drinks and a side of great service from Daisy, go here. Don't go here for the food, because we were hungry and came in for the food and left disappointed. read more

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Went to the dickens today for the first time I was asked to show identification .. that's cool for me. The service was cool the drink was okay 20.00 for this mixed drink wasn't worth the money but okay. The decor of the place was very nice. The end read more

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This is a fun bar! We stopped in after seeing The Book of Mormon and we were in the mood for some drinks and food. We found some seats on the 2nd floor near the bar and had two really nice cocktails, a smoked old fashioned and a seasonal cocktail with rosemary, both of which were tasty. My wife had a southwest salad and she loved it and I had a chicken avocado wrap and I also really enjoyed my meal. Service was great and it's a really nice restaurant and bar! read more

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We made reservations for the martini bar and loved it! Such a girl dinner spot lol in the sense that each martini comes with bottomless fries so it's perfect to have some carbs with your drink. It was such a fun vibe and chill hangout spot with fun music! read more

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We popped in while bar-hopping for a girl's trip. The Martini Lounge was super vibey. The waiter was very friendly. Not only were the martinis delicious, but they came with an order of fries! Bonus!! read more

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Went here for last minute drinks after work. When I walked in I wasn't expecting much because they had a disco ball going and for some reason that screamed 22-23 year olds, but once we sat down I quickly realized that it only seemed that way because happy hour had just ended. Ordered the pear-fect sleep cocktail because I rarely get to have tequila drinks with egg white. It was AMAZING!! I never order the same drink twice in one night but had to do it with this one. So good!!! Made me forget about the disco ball almost immediately. We will be back! read more

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