A great spot for a pre-show bite and cocktails. My friend and I shared the Deviled Eggs and the Shitake and Brie Focaccia. A nearby guest graciously shared a slice of the Butternut Squash Crostini and the Cornmeal Biscuits. Everything was tasty and fresh, but the Deviled Eggs were my favorite. The staff is accommodating and friendly, too. read more

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When you walk in, it immediately gives off that low-key neighborhood bar vibe. The space is small and gets busy, but luckily, we were able to walk in and snag a table. The staff was friendly, and the service was great throughout the night. The food and drinks were delicious, and the cozy atmosphere made it an easy place to settle in and hang out for a while. Definitely a spot worth checking out on the UWS. read more

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The Owl's Tail is the epitome of an UWS cocktail bar. It's perfect for couples, families, friends that want to grab a pretty decent cocktail on a nice cute street while on a date or just to hang out. It's not going to blow your socks off like PDT or Angel's Share, and it's unlikely you'll hook up with a rando while at the Owl's Tail. As a matter of fact it is more likely that you'll be at the Owl's tail at 4pm on a Saturday and see someone from your kid's school. Service is great, vibes are awesome, it's a really solid place to go. Go, grab a cocktail, hang with friends, have a bite to eat. It's enjoyable and fun! read more

Cute little cocktail bar! Nothing too fancy, which can be nice. Service was slow to start but picked up and servers were all nice and helpful. Definitely a classic UWS date spot with yummy, decently priced drinks. read more

Can be busy - across the street from the Beacon Theatre We stopped in for a drink before seeing a show at the Beacon. The room was crowded, but the hostess found a spot for us. The cocktail was better than anything available inside the theater. We will return. read more

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Well-made cocktails and fun vibes! This place is popular and not huge, so sometimes it can be a little hard to get a table. However, it is worth stopping back another time if they are too busy because you'll enjoy it. They have a wide varieties of cocktails on their list, from simple to tiki to something different. read more

I stopped in here just before a comedy show with my boyfriend and had a wonderful, brief time here. I let the hostess know we only had 20 minutes to down a drink and she made it a point to alert our server and the bartenders, who graciously rushed our orders. Despite the fact they wasted no time in getting our drinks out, the quality of the cocktails and service was still there! My boyfriend enjoyed a beer, while I had the Owl's Gone Fizzing, a craft cocktail with egg white, cava, lavender, giffard elderflower, lemon and junipero gin. Even though it was quite fizzy, it went down easily. I then quickly used their facilities (no wait, even though the place was packed) which were clean, and we headed out to the show. Inside there's a variety of seating and the lighting is quite dim, adding to the ambiance. It can get loud here. I'd absolutely return! read more

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Really cute vibes with great cocktails on the stronger side, delicious appetizers, and good service. I came here with a friend and got the gimlet and mai tai, and a plate of the cornmeal biscuits. The drinks were really great and the cornmeal biscuits took thirty minutes but were so worth it. They were soft on the inside with a drizzle of honey that made it perfect. Definitely would come back again! read more

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This bar is pretty small, highly recommend reservations! Even on a pouring rainy night, the place was packed. I walked in solo and sat at the bar - grabbed a spot without a reservation but it was early. I think they have happy hour but I didn't see a menu and wasn't told about the specials. I had the foreplay drink, cheese plate and deviled eggs. Everything was very good! Prices are standard for a cocktail bar. Staff was all very nice and attentive. They have one bathroom and it's pretty big. Overall a nice UWS bar to check out. read more

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This is a lively neighbourhood bar. Locals are happt to chat. Big parties are welcome to celebrate. Great location. Many beers on tap. read more

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Everything there is fantastic the food, the service the atmosphere totally love going there read more

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The Owl's Tail far exceeded our expectations. Great vibe, an amazing service staff and cocktail geniuses that served delicious drinks. It quickly became our go-to spot during our stay at the Arthouse Hotel. We will be visiting again during our next trip to NYC. Thanks Connor, Jack, Collin and the rest of the service team for ensuring the 5-Star experience. read more

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I love this place for a cocktail. It's a small place and it does get busy so if you can make a reservation, I would recommend it. It's very cozy inside, and also outside in the summer months. My only complaint is that the wine/beer offerings are not as great as the cocktails. I had the happy hour cab franc and it was not good. I also had a Guinness which was lukewarm. I did have the deviled eggs which come in classic and truffle and I love them! read more

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A friend and I meet up 1x a month for HH because her adulting life and mine are all over the place. However, ya gotta find the time for ya friends. It was her turn to pick where and she choose this spot. Great for me b/c it was walking distance from work. HH I had the deviled eggs...the tuffle which were tasty. I was nervous about it but it was yummy. For my drink I had the corpse reviver #2...aka the one with gin. Our waiter was awesome with helping her figure out what to get. This spot is going on my list for chill spots after work. read more

This restaurant ruined my daughter's birthday. I don't know what happened in the hostess day but we got there and she was so rude! We asked for seating but were happy to stand- she was mad that we didn't want bar seats where we couldn't talk to each other. The I asked for a dessert - that I would pay for- for my daughter's 22 bday- and we never got it. The hostess said it was because she didn't have a candle??? We left and she was beyond rude!!! Idk- the worst nigjt ever with the worst staff- we will never go back read more

Stopped in by myself hoping to sit at the bar. They were, unfortunately for me, closing the bar for a private event so I was encouraged to find a seat outside. They have an adorable little "outside restaurant" ( what are those things called that sprouted up during COVID?) but I sat right outside it. I tried two cocktails: Fall Into Me (so delicious) and the I Chai'd (also yum). For my dinner I ordered the deviled eggs and the shrimp dumplings. I love deviled eggs but this dish had two traditional and two truffle, which were AMAZING. The dumplings were perfect. It was a little chilly outside so I ordered a hot toddy (bourbon) for dessert. I had one male server why was super friendly and attentive, and answered all of my menu questions. Halfway through my meal I guess there was a shift change and I had a new server, who was equally friendly and attentive! I'll be back for sure next time I'm in this area of the city. read more

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What a cute place. We stumbled upon the owls tail and it seemed our vibe and snagged one of the last available tables on a Tuesday night for 4. We all each had one drink and all thoroughly enjoyed. I had the fall sour which was a bit sweet but well balanced with a perfect egg white. They let us sit and chat for awhile which was really nice. Our waiter was amazing and totally on point . Our only reason why we wouldn't give this place a 5 star is because the restaurant felt like a refrigerator . The A/C was set to 66 and we were right under it I asked if it could be toned down at all and they said no so we definitely all were quite cold, my friends luckily had jackets to put on but I didn't . read more

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It was a very cold Saturday night and we were looking for a place to grab drinks before a late dinner reservation. The hostess was very nice and was able to squeeze our group of five in, without a reservation. We're so glad that worked out because everything we drank was phenomenal. "Owl's Gone Fishing," "She's a scorpio," "Dracarys," "Sweater Weather," A Warm Hug," "The Freshmaker" and then some delicious dealer's choice shots that went down very easily. Cool vibes, great drinks, make sure you stop by if you're near! read more

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I LOVED IT HERE! I loved the vibe and the ambience, it's a perfect place to chill and have a nice drink. We came here after eating burgers, so didn't get any food, but it sounded good so I was tempted. Our server was super nice and friendly. He was also very understanding of my husband not ordering anything since he doesn't drink. No pressure at all. My drink was the heatwave, which had a bit of a kick to it thanks to habenero. It was delicious and really warmed me right up. We sat in a corner booth and we just felt so cozy and comfortable. They also offered outdoor seating which looked nice as well. I will Def come back here the next time I visit New York. It had a great New York vibe in my opinion. read more

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This place is rigid. Uptight. The people working here are snobby for all the wrong reasons. This place is really not a good vibe. It's all stiff and serious. Why are the people who work there so tense ? Why are they treating this place like the most exclusive night club in NYC ? It's so "up its own ass". Maybe that vibe works for people on first dates ??? I dunno. ‍ read more

I love this little gem of a bar. It fills up quickly so get there early or try to snag one of the limited reservations the have open. They have small bites. The meatballs are a favorite. They have specialty cocktails that change seasonally but also a permanent classics menu. They make a wonderful Aviation. read more

Went with the beau on a cheeky date night before dinner. He had the Sweater Weather and I had the Pandoras Box. We were both lit before dinner despite ordering the $9 curried nuts lol. Had no problem getting seats at the bar which is a tight fit but oh well. Seriously though the drinks are well crafted and if you can't find something to suit you on the menu they will make you something special. It's a nice little neighborhood cocktail bar that isn't trying extra hard to be something it's not. read more

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Espresso Martini - 3/5 Good coffee flavor, OK foam that wasn't super smooth. Not a super smooth Espresso Martini in general. 3 beans. Not a bad Espresso Martini to order. Guinness version Espresso Martini - 1.5/5 Contains walnut for those with nut allergies. Guinness overpowers the espresso flavor. read more

Truly great drinks and small bites. Been here many times. They are usually fairly busy but wait staff always manage to stay attentive to all. They have a good variety on their menu for whatever type of drink you're craving (spirit forward to sip at or a light refreshing drink). I recommend the biscuits if still on the food menu. Great spot for a date on a slow night, but can be semi-loud when busy. Still an intimate setting but definitely "loud". read more

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I visited the Owl's Tail recently and had a really great experience. The waiter was really friendly, had great suggestions, and checked in on us frequently. We got some of their happy hour drinks (Rondo Spritz and Owltumnal Daiquiri) as well as the spiced pumpkin affogato- spiked of course! The drinks were on the not so sweet side which means they were perfect! They were pleasantly strong and beautifully garnished. There was indoor and outdoor seating. We got a table outside which was still nice and warm since they had heaters set up. It was busy in a good way. read more

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Cute place. Lively. Nice vibe. Excellent waiter. Here's the bad: It was just my mom and I, 4:00 pm on a Saturday . She ordered a chardonnay and I ordered a Mai tai. I get that one is more complicated and takes longer to make.... but hers came immediately and mine was going on almost 20 minutes later. She was waiting for me to get mine to "cheers" but I finally "cheers'd" her with my water glass lol. Meatballs were the worst I've ever had. They were in a nice beefy/wine broth which I liked but the meatballs themselves were sawdust. I was thinking "sawdust" as I ate but didn't say it aloud and my mom tried one and said "those are like sawdust" lol. Literally like someone balled up a 93% lean burger patty and boiled it in broth. No fat. No egg/breadcrumbs or anything to make it soft or moist. They really need to revisit this recipe! Shrimp dumplings were tasty tasty but needed to be cut with a fork and knife with effort because they were so "al dente". Aka. Hard. Also the two apps which were all we ordered took almost 30 minutes Mai tai was great when it arrived. Wine was great. Waiter was SO nice and attentive. Hostess and other waitstaff also super nice. They need to tweak their serving timing and make the chef and wait staff try those two apps for feedback! read more

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Small space but great food and drinks! The staff were friendly and very helpful. I highly recommend making reservations though as space is limited. The meatballs and deviled eggs are a must! read more

I've been to the owl's tail several times. They are probably one of the best cocktail bars on the upper west side. Whenever someone wants a good drink, this is the place that I suggest. I usually get a pisco sour. They have lots of really fun holiday drinks and they change the menu frequently. Their outdoor dining is cute, and inside is very cozy. Great date spot. The bartenders are always providing great service and recommendations. read more

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Stopped in on a whim before going to the show at the Beacon Theatre. Not a dinner spot. Our problem was getting someone to take an order. I kept calling for someone but I would get the I'll be right with you nod three different times. Was starting to feel ignored on purpose. If If I would have walked out without paying the drink tab I'm sure I would have been noticed then. What we ordered tasted good, and they have a well stocked bar. Needless to say I won't go back. read more

UWS neighborhood gem! Amazing craft cocktails, nice wine selection, and yummy bites. The meatballs are scrumptious and the deviled eggs are perfect for sharing, but you won't want to! It's a warm and cozy vibe - it's easy to go in as a single and either people-watch from the rail or chat with fellow patrons at the bar. The servers are fun and friendly and will have you coming back! read more

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This is the perfect date spot/catch up with friends spot. I came here with my friend before the comedy show next door and was please with everything. The interior is smallish but adequate and has a good amount of seatings indoors and outdoors. The menu has a large selection of drinks options and some appetizer bites to eat. We chose to get the meat and cheese board which came with some bread. Everything was delicious! read more

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Great drinks. Great service. Great vibes. Wish I still lived in Manhattan. The owltumnal daiquiri is perfect.

The staff were super nice and the Last Word was a great cocktail. However, watch your things as someone stole my jacket at happy hour. Wrote to the bar but sadly did not get any response. Prob won't return for that reason only. read more

Great cocktails. Mixed drinks are the highlight. Chill vibes, and great location for after show drinks read more

Oh I just love this place! When I went, there was construction on the building above it so the scaffolding scares the bar, keep your eyes open. This must also be why I didn't know about it because I'm always exploring the upper West side and I've been to just about every bar there except this one. I went on a weekday and all the tables were taken! Great vibe, even when packed it wasn't too loud. Amazing place for a date with a great selection of cocktails. And I bet it will be even better in the summer since they have outdoor seating. If you can, make a reservation but I do not have one and I was able to sit in 15 minutes. In summary, grab your man and go here for a drink read more

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The Owl's Tail is a cute little bar! We had to wait a bit for a seat at a high table, but we were happy to get a spot. The service took a while. However, it was worth the wait. The cocktails were tasty and fun! They had a lot to choose from. I really liked the Lorenzo. My friend enjoyed an espresso martini. We had a great time catching up in this cozy bar. We stayed until they were closing up around midnight. I would come back! read more

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Cozy cocktail bar. Friendly staff. Clever cocktails and terrific food when you want a little something!

Very cute date spot or quick drinks. I had a drink there after attending a play so not sure how the food is but the bartenders are the best! It is a pretty small place, but it does have outdoor seating. read more

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Ambiance looked lovely but was packed, so walk ins wouldn't be recommended. Told no Happy Hour on Fridays.

Small space, but very beautifully decorated. Love the mural on the wall. Appreciate the bar seating. Get there early! We only got seats at the bar, because we arrive right when they unlocked the door. Drinks were made super fast. Which I was grateful for, we had dinner reservations down the street. Bartender did not seem thrilled about being there tonight, so I'm hopeful the interactions are better our next visit. One of the fun things about visiting bars all over the world for us is the people, stories and interactions. Drink was strong! Love it! We got the espresso martini and the winters sour. Which my understanding is they rotate drink each season. We will be back without a doubt! read more