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    The High Note

    4.0 (37 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Madison D.

    Went for happy hour & had a great time. Food menu is small but delicious. Good for watching sports with friends

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    Terrence Y.

    Stopped by for a private event for my daughter and the cast of Ainadamer that performed at the Met Opera. It's a fun little spot with a classic old bar and a separate event room. The bartenders were super friendly and helpful even though the place was packed. While we had already eaten, we got some wings and fries, which went perfectly with our cocktails and beers. In fact, the wings were some of the best we've ever had.

    Crinckle cut fries
    Samantha R.

    The High Note is located on 15th and around the corner from Irving Plaza. I arrived just before the happy hour dinner Rush. I was able to grab a seat immediately. When you said they give you a menu however, you have to order at the bar. I was waiting for a friend to meet me for an event we were going to, so I ordered a drink, a burger, no bun and a side of fries the bartender recommended. I order the happiest meal to save a couple dollars for my drink. I ordered the blue Capri Sun no simple syrup. It was absolutely amazing. The fries were crinkle, cut and crispy and the burger was delicious and the secret sauce was so good. I ordered my drink, a blue capri sun hi my friend got the Matcha Peno and loved it. The atmosphere was urban vibes meets college dive bar. I honestly loved the music vibes. So many great selections on the play list.

    Matchapeno, French 75
    Yuna C.

    Surprisingly lots of space with three booth tables, some bar seating, and a whole another section in the back with live music! Definitely leans to a younger crowd but was just happy to find a spot with AC and comfortable seating! I enjoyed the Matchapeno - which leaned more spicy/jalapeño forward than matcha, but the drink got sweeter towards the end. A bit bummed that we ordered fries but never got them served to our table even after sitting for 30 minutes.

    Espresso martini and matcha drink
    Nicole S.

    Classic bar vibes with an 80s feel. Cool wallpaper and art work. Drinks are tasty. Good spot to grab a drink before or after dinner

    Bar area
    Melkys V.

    I don't see what this place doesn't have more positive reviews. Stopped here after dinner for a quick drink - the ambience was nice, music was ok, bartenders were very sweet! If there were more seats we would've stayed longer, but it was a Friday night so that's expected. It was also very affordable compared to other bars around the area. I would definitely come back for drinks.

    Cherrilyn B.

    I'm not sure why the reviews are so low. Minus the smell sometimes, this place is great. Really solid cheap happy hour ($8 wells, or $3 off cocktails). Chicken wings hit the spot. The matcha margarita was also good. Plus the bartenders were super nice and attentive. And the wait staff were on top of it- constantly clearing tables. You serve yourself water and order at the bar. Also seat yourself. I'm definitely returning.

    Divya V.

    I can see why this place does not have great reviews. My friend and I walked into this place for quick drinks as we enjoyed the vibe initially and they were playing Taylor Swift throwback songs. My friend got an espresso martini and I got a gin based cocktail to get started. The drinks were too sweet and had very little alcohol. The place had younger crowd and good music however it was just like any other bar. There was nothing outstanding or unique about this place! We pretty much left in like 30 mins! You can skip as there are better places around the block.

    John C.

    Stopped in here for a couple beers before a show at irving plaza. Beer on tap was warm, but was tolerable. The atmosphere was relaxing, dusky, and not too overcrowded on the night we went.

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    Food was prepared well service was good and bartender was friendly. I would definitely come back again.

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    Best bar and staff in the area. Great tunes, great people, immaculate vibes. When you're there... you're family.

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    Great service, great ambience. Good place for creatives to work in the daytime or have a drink at night.

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    Such a great vibe here and the drinks were amazing! Perfect place to grab a drink and hangout with friends after work!

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    Cute vibe, dark wood and leather, great cocktails & good music. I came on a Tuesday and every table had people. Recommend.

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    This place is so fun. Such a great place to come with your friends when you want to have a good time. Would highly recommend

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    I had a matcha margarita which was delicious, then the espresso martini which was one of the bests I've ever had.

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