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    Thyme Bar

    4.1 (353 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    THYME BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Intimate
    Classy
    Upscale
    Moderate noise

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    Ami P.

    Waste of time. No pun intended. Cute but not worth the hype or wait. And the bubbles drink was not bubbly. Definitely too sweet. Zero service. Bartender was too cool for school. Will not be back.

    Chips and caviar, squirrel on the beach
    Jinny C.

    Uneventful experience at Thyme Bar. Came for happy hour and we thought the drinks were just ok. Maybe we had higher expectations from what we've heard about the unique cocktails here, but it just seemed quite standard for upscale bars. As for food, we just snacked on the pickle platter and chips with caviar. Both good but also hard to be bad. The place is small and can feel cramped if you're here with a group.

    Thomas C.

    Thyme used to be a fun, charming spot that I genuinely enjoyed visiting and bringing out-of-town friends to. I was warmly greeted by the gentleman at the door (5 service there), which set a great first impression. However, as soon as I walked downstairs, it felt like the space had lost its speakeasy vibe. I was seated right near the stairs and could feel cold air from outside every time the door opened, which made the experience uncomfortable. I was also surprised to see how much the cocktail menu had been reduced. When I asked about it, the response was that "the place changed a lot." That's fair -- places evolve -- but instead of highlighting the improvements or new strengths, the explanation focused negatively on what the bar used to be. As someone who really enjoyed the former version, that wasn't reassuring. Unfortunately, the drinks themselves didn't make up for it. One of the two cocktails was simply not good. No one came back to check on the drinks, and when I asked for the check after about 20 minutes, there was no acknowledgment that I had barely touched mine or any inquiry about my experience. Overall, a place I once enjoyed and recommended now feels more like a standard dive bar where " Mixologist " were replaced by bartender and were fun cool looking and tasty drinks were replaced by " less complex cocktail ", lacking the warmth and attention to detail that once made it special.

    Espresso martini
    Luna D.

    It is a hidden speakeasy bar with a dark, cozy vibe. You're taken downstairs to a small space with a few tables and bar stools around the bar. I think their menu changes often, which is nice. I ordered a drink without mentioning how sweet I wanted it, so I was a bit nervous but as soon as I took a sip, I said "perfectoo." It was so well-balanced and just right for me. We ordered a second round, and you could really tell they put a lot of love and thought into the drinks and the little details. The bartender was really friendly and even shared some stories behind the drink names. It was a unique and lovely experience.

    Heather M.

    Beautiful Speakeasy! One of my top favorites in NYC! To start, the ambiance is beyond gorgeous, romantic and sexy. It's a hidden gem that I found walking in the area. You'll be led downstairs in a small area that takes you to the bar. The space is nice, not too loud and others enjoying the one of a kind vibe! I've visited twice within the past few weeks and the bartender staff are incredible, good with recommendations and great at what they do! Cocktails are pricey but it's to be expected with the amount of time and creativity put into each crafted cocktail. The music is right, fitting the scene of the gem in the basement and the culture and vibe.

    Carrie M.

    This place has been on my must hit list for a while, as I'd always heard they had very daring and creative cocktails. Maybe a little too much for my palette, because when we arrived nothing immediately spoke to me in the menu. It could be what they were serving up at this particular time. The flavors of our drinks were very... robust. Also for being an artisanal cocktail destination, they weren't able to do much for my boyfriend who doesn't drink. This can be hot or miss when we go out, but in my experience bartenders at these types of places are usually happy to accommodate. Very dark and intimate space, which was nice. The music was quite loud for a small space which was a slight drawback to an intimate spot.

    Love and Duality
    Nicole M.

    Came in here for a nightcap - it's been on my list for quite some time as their drinks look so fancy! The service was great - our server was very witty and friendly. We got there too late to eat but had a few drinks -- it was pricey! But worth it for the experience. My favorite was the Agrabah which is the magic genie vessel and was a very good rum cocktail. The salt burn was great as well!

    Toyin D.

    My friend and I had been wanting to come here for about 3 years now to try and do one of the tasting experiences. Our schedules finally lined up and we made our way to Thyme Bar on a weeknight. I believe the tasting menu themes changed and this time it was movie themed. I'd note, this is a small venue at the bottom of Chanson and it's a cozy space. It's perfect for a small, intimate group, but would err on the side of caution for parties of more than 4-5 people. I won't go into too much detail about the tasting experience as I personally think it will take away from it, but I and my friend personally thought it was worth every cent. The service was top notch - my glass never ran dry, they assisted with taking photos, and timed the presentation of each course perfectly. By dessert I felt that I had eaten more than enough food for the evening. Give yourself about 2 hours to truly enjoy every course. We had a fantastic waiter who went through what was in every course in great detail. So if you're reading this and if you're wondering if you should go, this is your sign.

    Celine C.

    I had Thyme Bar bookmarked since it was a rec from another bartender. My friend and I got there early so no issues with getting a table at the small speakeasy. The drinks were just okay in my opinion. I got the Guilty Pleasure as last resort bc the ones I wanted were crossed off the menu or crafted to serve 4-6 people. The Guilty Pleasure tasted like an extremely boozy and herbally White Russian. Not my favorite. I do appreciate the bartender who's super passionate in mixology. He's great and fun to watch from our table.

    Example of menu page
    Lauren M.

    I had high expectations for Thyme but my experience fell flat. Thyme Bar is located below the Chanson coffee shop. There is no elevator and the staircase is required to enter. The host tonight was doing the work of 3 people - he was the host, clearing plates and also pouring water. Because of this, we waited a bit to get seated. The host has to go up and down the stairs to seat everyone, in addition to the other activities he was doing. We had a reservation which I recommend because the space is pretty tiny. There is one bathroom available. We sat at the bar, and were served promptly. The most disappointing aspects of this experience were the menu choices. The food options are very limiting, especially if you're a vegetarian. There was mostly seafood based food. We shared house tots and the sunchoke- the only two veggie options available. They were pretty good. The sunchoke had cherry on it which was overpowering. 3 seasonal desserts - we had the chocolate mousse with cherries. The mousse part was ok but overpowered by the tart cherries again. The menu currently online does not match what is being offered in person. I had a drink similar to a White Russian. It was ok but didn't stand out. Overall, I thought the food and drink options were lackluster here. I didn't feel excited by the menu. The graphic design of the menu is busy and kind of distracting to look at. The food section is located in the middle of the menu and that was a bit confusing. Service was good though and the bartenders were happy to offer recommendations. I would consider coming back if the menu was better, but since they don't update the website, it would be hard to know.

    Cocktails
    Clara S.

    Great vibe and good service! But the cocktails were so-so. - Agrabah: 9/10 (loved the magic lamp-esque presentation and the cocktail tasted balanced and good.) - Love & duality: 5/10 (way too woody four our taste.)

    Espresso Martini
    Jacqueline G.

    Great drink. Nice place for a date night. Small but intimate. You don't have to shout over the music. Service was great.

    Sushi
    Tansy W.

    Absolutely love this place! Great speakeasy with very unique, instagram-worthy cocktails. Follow the carpet to enter inside. Came as a party of 2 with no reservation on a Wednesday summer night around 8pm and were able to get seated right away. If you want to do the tasting menu (two cocktails and some combo of savory items and dessert), you have to book at least one day in advance on resy. They don't let you do it as a walk-in (though everything on the tasting menu you can still order a la carte). For drinks, my favorite cocktail of the night was definitely the mojito - a tasty watermelon mint drink that hangs from the ceiling (see photos). They were out of at least two different drinks that night, including the Manhattan, which my friend really wanted so was a little disappointing. For food, we got the oysters and sushi. The oysters were very good and I loved the mignonette it came with. I didn't love the sushi, which was some unique play on sushi with crispy rice and fruit. I didn't even taste the fish. 10/10 recommend.

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    Ask the Community - Thyme Bar

    Can you call ahead to get on the waitlist or do you have to get on it in person?

    How long does the cocktail tasting last? If I'm booking a dinner reservation after, I want to plan timing for my experience at Thyme.

    About 90 minutes, maybe a little less

    Do they accommodate those who don't drink? Mocktails?

    Hi, I was wondering if the tasting menu can accommodate vegetarians? (I eat dairy and eggs)

    I do believe that they can accommodate you you just need to ask I had the same issue when we were there I hope this helps.

    I will be joining on 8/13 with a group of 7 ladies. One of them in is 20 years old and doesn't drink but is the sister of the bride. Is she able to join us if she does not drink? She is in the Air Force and is traveling from CA to visit her sister.

    Dear Brittany, The largest party size that we could accommodate is 6 people per party. On the other hand, We do have customize virgin cocktails and food items available for… 

    Is there a happy hour? What does it entail?

    Dear Adory, Unfortunately, we are not offering any happy hours at the moment. We are accepting… 

    Is each ticket for one person?

    Dear James C. Yes indeed, each tickets are for one person.… 

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