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I don't know how my boyfriend and I found this place right after Rockefeller Center, but I'm so glad we did! Everyone was nice here. They had the football game on too which was a plus! I could see us definitely coming back here if we were in the area. Drinks were affordable and it was a great place to stay out of the snow for a few too. It was cozy and super chill! read more

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Cindy Z.

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This was such a lively bar that has a dive feel, but not grungy and dirty. Our group came by for some drinks after dinner and to watch the game, which was perfect. It was such a busy night with only two bartenders, but they were working quick. I like all the drink deals they had with shots for $8 and cocktails for $12 --great prices for Manhattan. We ended up with two rounds of shots: Casamigos and Green Tea shots. Then we had a few cocktails to enjoy while we watched the game. There's a private lounge area with a TV upstairs, which felt like VIP. This would be such a great spot for big groups. When I was closing out my tab, I noticed I was charged an extra drink. When I told the bartender, she was apologetic and remedied the situation right away despite how busy she was, so appreciate that. read more

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Came to Whiskey Trader before a birthday dinner in Midtown for just beers and some surprise shots! Loved how they decorated it for Halloween (I'm a sucker for any establishment that decorates for Halloween in New York FYI). The shot specials were interesting. I think it was like $9 for a shot of Casamigos and $9 for a whiskey pickle back. Seeing as my friend had never had a pickle back before, we decided to do that and he loved it. The waitress was great. Honestly, can't think of anything else! Fun bar. read more

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We came in for happy hour on a Friday and this place had a really nice atmosphere. There was plenty of comfy seating and I loved the holiday decor. Service was fast and friendly read more

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Peter P.

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It's a bar with a good happy hour and nice bartenders! What more could you ask for in midtown?

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Really liked the ambiance, service and drinks. Very hospitable atmosphere and the people were really friendly. Everyone was cheery and friendly! We also enjoyed and celebrated the next future democrat congressman for NYC - District 12 ! Really great place to have fun and also they have a separate lounge to have a group gathering for special events. read more

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Great spot! Bartender is on it and they are open 11am-4am Solid pickle juice and great atmosphere read more

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Man caves do exist outside your basement. Good drinks, good service, big TVs, amazing vibes (music), free popcorn, and a large selection of whisky and beer. The bartenders here are friendly and fun. Natalia is one of my favorite bartenders. She is attentive, witty, and fun to talk to. She will make you feel welcome and treat you like the way you want to be treated after a long day, with respect. Mads is always zooming around around with a smile on her face bringing you round after round. She is diligent , hard working, and will have your next drink in your hand before you can say "uno mass". This place is always a perfect go to spot to unwind after a long day in the office without breaking the bank. I would highly recommend to all of my bros out there. Ladies, just because there are a lot more men in this establishment should not scare you off. The patrons here are always respectful. I highly recommend this spot. read more

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Chand R.

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Poor ambience and wait staff was lacking in service. The drinks were poorly mixed and made. I would not reccomend coming here for a good time. Dicey and dicey and dirty bathrooms read more

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Jackie S.

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Been here a few times. It's a standard dive bar, they have beer pong downstairs. Free popcorn when you order drinks. Service is friendly. read more

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Nunnya B.

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We sat at the end by the door for a few hours. It was great. We went there specifically because they serve Bud Light. The more beer I drank the less annoying the music was which worked for me. Actually the music wasn't all bad. Camila is a great bartender. read more

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Tuesday 5:30pm My interpretation of Cheers . It's my work neighborhood bar, a place to stop by for a drink or two pre / post dinner with colleagues . Think from dusk til dawn in midtown Manhattan. Reasonable no frills bar full of midtown work people. It's no mixology bar, rather if beer is your drink of choice , this is the place to be . Fun place ! Popcorn is definitely one of the reasons why one would come back . read more

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Kerry P.

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Great service and very friendly bartenders. The atmosphere is awesome. If you miss home come to this place home away from home.

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Alexis G.

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Cheap and strong- tasty. Definitely a dive bar. 12 margarita & 8$ casamigos shots. My bf got the Moscow mule with tequila which was also strong. I recommend this over a 25$ cocktail. They also have a nice lounge area and some beer pong. read more

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A pretty solid dive bar to go to. Whether you're here to catch a game, catch up with friends, or just looking for a spot to hang out at after work. It's a long room rather than a wide room with several staircases. It's a bit dark, but it gets packed. No complaints. read more

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Deepika M.

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Well, they meant business with their margarita for sure! Just last week, I went to a 'better looking' looking bar in midtown east that served super watered down cocktails. So a couple of sips into this one and I knew they meant business. I asked them to make it with mezcal instead of tequila. Sure they didn't serve it in a margarita, but taste wise, alcohol wise, they delivered on point! read more

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Jonah M.

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This is a neat little bar we stumbled upon after walking around the MOMA and needed a little relaxation and pick me up! I had the expression Martini which was pretty to good- not the best I have ever had but the price was not to bad! You can sit at the bar or take a seat. read more

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Jess B.

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Good vibes, nasty drinks. I need to add more characters and I don't have anything else to say

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Jessalyn S.

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A frequent go-to bar for myself and my friends over the years. They have good drink deals and great happy hours. It's a personal favorite bar since they have pickle back shots. The usual happy hour is house wine, prosecco, and some cocktails like a peril spritz, espresso martinis. I usually stick with the shots and prosecco but the cocktails are hit or miss depending on how busy it is. Most recent we went and got the upstairs lounge which was spacious and and service was timely and came by every 20 or so minutes. They have beer pong tables set up in the back. The bathrooms are pretty clean for bar standards. The servers are always nice. The general crowd is young adults coming from corporate/finance jobs near by. You'll see lots of guys in suits just chatting or watching sports. read more

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Jessica J.

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Went there at 2AM in the morning and had a Negroni. It was incredible! Just know that they don't serve food, just popcorn.

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I bet this bar was great like 3-5 years ago and then they just gave up and jacked up the prices on everything. I love a good whiskey. I had time to kill last week waiting for a friend and yelped 'cheap bars' from where I was supposed to meet her. This popped up and I'm like 'cheap and whiskey - sold' if it's anything like the Whiskey Ward on the LE side then I'm going to be very happy in mere seconds. Oh, but wait. It's nothing like that place. It's been overthrown by the bros of Midtown. Tonight you'll be pleasantly surprised to find out that the only deal on happy hour is Budweiser. Other happy hour options - $9 wine (WAIT, this is happy Hour and not real hour prices?!), $7 shots (I'm not 21, pass), $11 Moscow Mules and Aperol Spritzes. Again, I came to a whiskey bar - not going to spend money on the price of an actual cocktail during happy hour in a crap bar where I literally have to fight folks to get to the bar to place an order. I caved and got a ridiculously expensive glass of wine. Awkwardly downed it while I fiddled with my phone wedged in between a number of couples at side tables that actually require waitress service. They don't serve food here so I don't get the point of all of that other than making more money off of your already over-priced beverages. There's free popcorn but I couldn't find it because there were too many people here. I don't get the appeal. Unless you work across the street and your boss is paying for all of your disgusting Sutter Homes and Buds and you love the sensation of feeling claustrophobic. Is anything in Midtown good anymore? Pass, do not collect $200 just keep going. read more

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Jennifer P.

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Friends and I were looking for a late night drink in the city. We stumbled upon whiskey trader and we could not have been more content. The drinks were great! The music was amazing! They played a little bit of everything for everyone. I loved that they brought us fresh popcorn. If we didn't need to catch the train we would have stayed but definitely recommending this bar! read more

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Athena L.

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This is a place you drink beer or whiskey straight after work, not if you're looking for craft cocktails. When my friends and I first entered this bar, we were impressed by how unexpectedly big it was inside. There are lot of different seating arrangements, and a spacious area with couches at the back. Glasses from previous customers hadn't been taken off some of the tables yet, but I gave this place a pass because there was only guy working at the bar and he was busy the entire time! There was no one in the couch area, so we decided to sit there. Unfortunately, this is where things went downhill. I saw part of a pizza box moving under the couch along the wall, and then I realized it was a RAT! My friends and I quickly moved to another table to finish our drinks. I let the bartender know, and I felt bad for him - he said he would inform the manager, but I understood that this was only one of a multitude of things he had to handle on a busy Sat afternoon. I will say, a part of me wishes that we could have been offered our drinks on the house or something because yo, seeing a live rat in action is pretty nasty, but I'm also OK with not drinking here ever again. As we left, a fellow patron (? unclear) used a broomstick to pull the rat we saw...it had gotten stuck to a trap and was trying to escape. Then he put it in the trash can. I'm assuming they took the trash out, but who knows? I know that just about every establishment in NYC has to deal with rats, but damn...none of how that was handled sat well with me, so I feel compelled to write this review. read more

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Taylor M.

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Great happy hour, $12 espresso martinis and convenient if walking around Midtown. Grab a table in back den if possible. read more

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Howie M.

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I have been coming here for drinks ever since I started my new job down the block. I can say for a little dive bar, it sure gets the job done. They always got some drink specials and its always a good time here. I would say this is the perfect spot for a team happy hour if you work in the area. I love the waiters/waitresses here. They are all super friendly and attentive. They make sure every customer is taken care of on time no matter how busy the bar may be. I have always enjoyed this aspect of the bar hence its high rating. I always get a pickle-back shot and some beer here. The pickle-backs are cheap and the beer here doesn't taste like it is watered down. If you order other drinks they pour a decent amount of alcohol as well. I would say if you're around Midtown West this is your place to go. Can't ever go wrong here. read more

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Lenore N.

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No food but they let us bring some in. Nice wait staff. Good liquor selection. Why does the music need to be so loud? I guess you're not supposed to be able to chat here. Just drink. read more

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Rachel S.

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Lots of space, seating, and tvs for sports. We enjoyed sitting in the back lounge area. It was pretty empty for a Saturday during March Madness. It's a casual, dark bar but needs a little love in the design aspect. read more

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Brady H.

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Great space that is also relatively lowkey. Really enjoyed my time here. Great service too.

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Paul M.

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Was great food I enjoyed eat at this restaurant we had a large group they accommodated us

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Super cute pub I can't complain! What I really love is that they take at least one persons name and phone number at the door and that way they can track an outbreak if it ever were to happen. Prices are pretty decent too, music is modern, and the seating is pretty spread out so overall very good experience! read more

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Tonya S.

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My coworkers and I decided to stop into have a few shots of fireballs. It's a nice spot to chill and they play really good music and the ambiance is chilled and you get complimentary popcorn. Their fireball shots were good served them chilled. Each fireball shot was $6.00 each. And Patron shots $9.00. Its a nice spot that gets crowded quick so when your in the midtown/ Broadway check it out. My Yelp family I'll check in on my next foodie adventure. Oh read more

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Craig M.

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Absolutely a shit hole. Unless you're a European. Have fun. Terrible service an the Most awful bartenders read more

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I'm here with Steph and she's the best!!! Great vibes, kool people and the atmosphere!!! I love it all !!! Haven't been here in a while and I feel welcomed!! read more

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David T.

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Here tonight and my boy TG is the man!!! Attentive & on point !!! He was the first bartender I met a week ago that made me wanna come back!!! Check the homie!!! Him and my girl Stephanie 2 great bartenders!!!! Signed me... read more

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Cam A.

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1) great atmosphere, delicious drinks, prime time prices 2) great servers that are consummate professionals, specifically Gina- she's just the best! read more

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Irina O.

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Always an amazing times here. High quality cocktails, huge selection of high end spirits, freshest beers on top at any time! Such of GEM in a heart of midtown!!! read more

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While searching for a place to celebrate my Bday I stumbled upon this cool little spot. Finding a safe and clean venue where all my friends can meet is a challenge these days but the whiskey trader delivered. cool staff, great variety of music and beautiful bartenders made for a fun evening. The manager there (Irina) is very knowledgeable about Whiskey, wine and other spirits. I'll definitely be coming back read more

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Cheska M.

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Advertises a fun, game-filled atmosphere so I went their for my birthday. Felt like I made a mistake - it was a big space and the music was average. There were no game areas, just a sad-looking beer pong table near the restrooms. We were going on a $300+ tab in their lounge area but they couldn't dim the lights over there for us, which was weird. Shots were decently priced - but that's barely a redeeming factor. read more

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71 W 55th St
New York, NY 10019
Midtown West
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(212) 582-2223
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http://whiskeytradernyc.com

Hours

What time does Whiskey Trader open?

Whiskey Trader opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Whiskey Trader close?

Whiskey Trader closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday and Sunday.Whiskey Trader closes at 3:00 AM (Next day) on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Tue, Sun 11:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)Wed-Sat 11:00 AM - 3:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does Whiskey Trader take Bitcoin?

No, Whiskey Trader does not take Bitcoin.

Does Whiskey Trader take credit cards?

Yes, Whiskey Trader takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Whiskey Trader have a happy hour?

Yes, Whiskey Trader has a happy hour.

Does Whiskey Trader serve alcohol?

Yes, Whiskey Trader serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Whiskey Trader allow dogs?

Yes, Whiskey Trader allows dogs.

Does Whiskey Trader have TVs?

Yes, Whiskey Trader has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Whiskey Trader have bike parking?

Yes, Whiskey Trader has bike parking.

Does Whiskey Trader have outdoor seating?

Yes, Whiskey Trader has outdoor seating options.

Does Whiskey Trader have parking?

Yes, Whiskey Trader has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Whiskey Trader wheelchair accessible?

No, Whiskey Trader is not wheelchair accessible.

Does Whiskey Trader allow outdoor smoking?

No, Whiskey Trader does not allow outdoor smoking.

Does Whiskey Trader have free WiFi?

Yes, Whiskey Trader has free WiFi.

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“Good drinks, good service, big TVs, amazing vibes (music), free popcorn, and a large selection of whisky and beer.”

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I came here for drinks and sat at the bar. I liked how there was live music playing but it wasn't…read moreoverbearing and loud. I was still able to listen and talk. I got the Saigon squeeze, which was a make your own cocktail. Essentially they had all the ingredients and you assemble your drink one ingredient at a time. It was a refreshing drink!

Live jazz and blues

Shells & Bones: Escargot with bone marrow flan!

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Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wilde Seen legendary Oscar Wilde treasures such as the…read moreIrish Writers Wall, a 1840s French fireplace, and New York City's longest bar ever seen before at 118.5 feet. Awesome selection of menu, and drink best with a group gathering. Absolutely great vibe and easy-going, fun atmosphere. An amazing, impressive, elaborately designed, Victorian-Style bistro with a long marble bar for cocktails and American bites. An option weekend tea times, 11.00 pm-3.00 pm. Attention: present services are acceptable.

Stumbled in here almost by accident and my first piece of advice is do not enter if you're on…read moregummies and it's Alice in Wonderland season as the decor will blow your mind as firmly as the graphics at a Dead show in the Sphere. Victorian decor with periodic thematic overlays. Longest bar in NYC. Quite a trip to visit this place. Service was good, initial seating was not -- they passed a bunch of desireable tables and tried to jam us next to the restrooms in a tight space with uncomfortable chairs. That set a negative tone at the outset. After that, service was great. Drinks were good. Happy hour nibbles were good not great. I'd bring a tourist here for fun. I'm not sure I'd come back myself.

0.8 mi•Hell's Kitchen, Midtown West

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On The Rocks

3.8(311 reviews)

Went here some time ago have to say one of the worst bar experiences I've ever had. The bartender…read morewas so rude and condescending it was insane. Vibes were definitely off in that place it was pretty silent no ambiance whatsoever

Came her with a friend and were a bit intimidated since it's a whisky bar and neither of us know…read moreanything about whisky. However, the bartender was so friendly and basically asked us what is our drink of choice and why. I said gin and that I like the floral notes. Next thing I know I'm tasting a Japanese whisky that had floral notes and went down smoothly. My friend was equally impressed and loved his manhattan. They make 5 cocktails (old fashioned, manhattan, and a couple others). It is a bit pricier than other bars starting at $25 per glass but I was impressed with the service and quality.

Eagle Rare 17 and William Larue Weller

Japanese for the night.

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Blue Bar

3.4(194 reviews)

0.5 mi•Midtown West

I came here one night for a Happy Hour and was pleased to find out relaxing and posh this place…read morewas. From the outside, it did look pretty trippy and cool but once you entered it was probably 10x better! The drinks are decently priced for a swanky Manhattan venue and the place was filled with guys in suits. The service was a bit slow but it was pretty busy and they looked like they were understaffed. Overall, I did enjoy the place and would come here again for another Happy Hour!

(This review is concerning the Round Table restaurant section of the Algonquin- part of the issue…read moreis it's really not clear where the Blue Bar ends and the Round Table begins! It's all the Algonquin, so..) It's a rough realization to learn that one more former New York institution has slightly fallen from grace. The Algonquin is storied and imposing, with a history that should demand respect- at least, it used to be. Now, it's another cool building in midtown that you could easily walk right by. I visited tonight for a quick dinner before a show; nothing extensive. The food was ultimately fine (overpriced) but the service was poor. From the two people sitting at the front desk who didn't bother to pause their conversation to direct us when we walked in, to the server who walked over and literally said "Hi. What do you want?" when we sat (ourselves, by the way) to the gentleman by the door who never looked up from his phone as we left, my overall impression is a burnt out and disinterested staff who has absolutely no interest in even pretending to care about an atmosphere of hospitality. My partner's burger was good, well cooked; my turkey sandwich looked like something that had been purchased from a suburban deli and cut into triangles. (I was unimpressed that for $32, they couldn't even spare the expense of a nice ciabatta and instead stuck with WonderBread style Country White.) The French fries were good, and there were plenty. I will credit the fact that once we moved sections to escape a noisy table neighbor, a second waiter attended to us who was much kinder. I was, however, slightly bemused when I asked for a side of mayo and got handed an all-but-empty Hellman's squeeze bottle. Overall- confusing is the word. If you're a New Yorker fan, stop by for a cocktail and fries- but be prepared to seat yourself.

0.7 mi•Midtown West, Hell's Kitchen, Theater District

Turkey club

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Hamburger

Hold Fast Kitchen & Spirits

4.7(695 reviews)

What a spot! Great drinks, great food, great bartender named Jason, and chill atmosphere..read more

Stopped in and ordered two Endless Summer drinks and wow, so good! Light, refreshing, and perfect…read moreif you're looking for something easy to sip on. Our server did great with the rec. Great vibe overall and a fun spot to grab a drink while exploring Hell's Kitchen.

Slow Cooked Pork Taco

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Tuscan Negroni

Tanner Smiths

4.3(2.4k reviews)

0.2 mi•Midtown West

Prior to going to a Saturday afternoon matinee, a group of us were looking for a good brunch spot…read more I had Tanner Smiths bookmarked, so we stopped in. What a cool place! It definitely has the vibe of a speakeasy, especially with the jazz band playing. We went with the brunch special which is $35 for bottomless drinks with the purchase of an entree. It pays off if you're having more than 2 drinks and we made sure we did! Bloody Mary's were excellent! The food here was outstanding. I had the 3 Eggs Any Style and my wife had the Breakfast Flatbread. Those dishes as well as our friends were well made and delicious. If you're headed to a play or just in the area, I'd recommend stopping here to eat, drink or both!

We came here based on a friend's recommendation and had high expectations, but the experience was…read morevery disappointing. We're three young women in the service industry and still felt completely unwelcome--the hostess told us to find our own seating even though the sign said see hostess. The bartender was rude and uninterested, standing 5 min+ at the bar without even being acknowledged. Another staff member was dismissive when closing us out and rolled her eyes when asked to take cash. The overall vibe felt like we weren't wanted, even though it was only around 11 PM. The DJ was underwhelming and the bathroom was vile. The most pleasant part was the below average $20 drinks. For an expensive, well-known spot, this was a very poor experience. Couldn't pay me to return.