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    Yuca Bar

    4.0 (2.3k reviews)
    Open 2:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    YUCA BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
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    Loud
    Good for groups

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    Maria R.

    I went for lunch during the week and was sat immediately i wanted to try the lychee mocktail but they said the lychee was frozen its funny because it was during happy hour so you could get a cocktail for 9 but my no alcohol cause 11 not great. The squid was over cooked but the sauces were good and the taco had way too much sauce it made it really messy and soggy.

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    Chandler R.

    This spot was popping and it was completely worth it! Our sever was Angela and she was phenomenal. So sweet and attentive. All of the staff in the restaurant was so kind and everyone would check on us. We did the Espresso sauce wings, the Cubano sandwich, and carne asada tacos. Everything was so tasty!! They have daily happy hour for 9 dollar margaritas. This place is awesome.

    Ana was amazing

    Ana was amazing attentive and knowledgeable love her 10 out of 10 would always come back

    Baja Style Fish Tacos (2pcs)
    Quin S.

    I think I was here years ago, and it looks like it's been remodeled with an updated menu since then. This is a great spot. The decor is colorful and festive. The bartenders are social, attentive, and skilled at making drinks. It was hard to choose because everything looked so good. I came with a birthday group, and the staff made sure we had great seating. The windows opened to the outside, so we could still hear the music from inside. I would definitely come back, but with so many places in this area, I'll have to plan to hit a few more while I'm around. I do have to take away one star because the slaw on my fish tacos was overwhelming. Honestly, they would be better without it. Shout out again to the bartenders. They are the stars of this place!

    Margarita
    Amy L.

    Strong, delicious drinks with yummy yuca fries? I'm in! Plus available outdoor seating with great people watching! Yuca Bar is perfect place to grab an adult beverage and a quick bite to eat before a concert. Staff was attentive and friendly. Menu could use more vegetarian options. I tried to order plain (cheese) quesadillas but was told they only had meat quesadillas. As a vegetarian who can't eat raw veggies, I was left with the veggie burger as my only option. Happily, the veggie burger was really good! But honestly, if I go back, I'd just get the fantastic yuca fries and coconut margaritas.

    Djudma C.

    Cute and cozy spot. Our server Valeria was very patient and courteous. We came in already a little tipsy and she didn't seem too annoyed by our giddiness. The food was good but the portion sizes could've been bigger. The price was really great, they were having an extended happy hour which they do on Sundays and mondays. We also got free margaritas for joining their rewards program.

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    Alex P.

    I visited Yuca Bar after attending an event at a nearby art gallery and decided to grab dinner with a family member. We arrived shortly after 9:30PM to a lively atmosphere with plenty of patrons eating and drinking. Security checked our IDs, and we were welcomed with a smile. We were politely informed that the kitchen would be closing soon because the space transitions into a lounge/club later at night. We ordered a shared meal and drinks, everything was very good. The restaurant was playing Latin music that paired well with the food, which felt like a mix of Mexican, Colombian and other latin/fushion options. The tables are on the smaller side, and the space is set up fairly tightly for dining. Around 10:30, a DJ began setting up as the staff cleared tables to make room for the lounge setup. We were given a heads-up to close our tab, but they welcomed us to stay if we wanted. We hung around for a bit and eventually left around midnight as a younger crowd began arriving to party. There was a line forming outside. The DJ was playing a fun mix of Latin music, overall, a cool vibe. It's been a while since I have been in this part of Manhattan, and so much has changed, but the energy of Alphabet City definitely has not. Its still a unique mix of culture, art, and diversity, with just a touch of sketchiness as you walk through the streets of Lower Manhattan. Theres a lot to do and plenty to see if you are interested in exploring a neighborhood that has so much to offer. If you haven not been, you should definitely check out this part of Manhattan. I might go back again soon.

    Regular Margarita  $7 happy Hour
    Susan R.

    Came here with a friend on a beautiful September afternoon. Sat inside and got some Happy Hour drinks . I think the frozen or regular Margarita was $7 and $2 extra for flavor. I got a coconut frozen Margarita with tajin which made it a bit spicy. My friend enjoyed his regular Margarita. The best drink was the frozen Caipirinha with lime and mint . Wow ! That is delicious. Also had guacamole and chips with 3 different colors of chips . Pretty tasty and came with Pico de Gallo too. Staff are extremely friendly and cool . This is a lively place with a great Latin soundtrack. Probably good for Birthday parties too. I was here at 3pm on a Friday and Happy Hour was in effect (even at tables. )

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    Millie C.

    We made a last minute stop for dinner here an early Sunday evening. I panicked because we didn't have a reservation, luckily we were seated right away. We started with their garden salad which was phenomenal. I still dream about it. I'm upset that it's the only thing I didn't take a picture of and truly regret it to this day. The service was good and food was really delicious. My husband liked his sangria. My frozen mango margarita could have been a little stronger. Otherwise, it was a truly great evening. The restaurant is so welcoming and cozy. Would return again and again. This was our third time there. The last time was about six years ago.

    Outdoor dining area
    Miguel H.

    Yuca Bar has great food, great service, and it is a wonderful place to people watch. The atmosphere at this restaurant is totally a vibe. I highly recommend this restaurant for both its food and drinks. Now go visit this wonderful establishment and enjoy!

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    Ana was 10/10'best server ever and would come back and just for Ana! Vibes were great soft from ones amazing

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    Arya was amazing, very attentive and friendly. I've been here several times the service is always amazing and food is delicious

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    Good atmosphere, good food, good music, and good drinks. always a good time at the bar with Samuel.

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    Love this bar. Stopped in with a friend for drinks. Definitely ask for Samuel if you want good cocktails and some laughs. Super fun

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    Good beef n vegetarian burgers! Delicious fries too! Just very very loud. Hard to have conversions.

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    Great drinks and affordable! Nice location & a good pregame spot. Happy hour until 8pm every day.

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    Food and service was excellent. We came for happy hour on Sunday and did not leave disappointed. Pablo was excellent! Highly recommend.

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    What time do they open up dancing on Saturdays?

    For the bottomless mimosas during brunch, is there a time seating limit?

    Yes, I agree. My friends and I have stayed there for quite some time after our meal and just talking. Granted, they weren't super busy, but still very friendly.

    Is happy hour just at the bar?

    Tables and bar !!

    Is this a good place for a large group? Say 15 people?

    Hi! It might be a tight squeeze, the place is not really small but not huge either. It could work, but be prepared to not be able to sit in one long row. I would call and ask since they don't take reservations.

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    Valerie

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    4.3(1.4k reviews)
    2.1 miMidtown West
    $$

    My wife and I took our kids (10 and 16 year old boys) to this place on our last evening in NYC. We…read morewere looking for a place that had a nice ambiance and good food. Ambiance: This place has a nice ambiance, definitely very "New York" -- dark (you can't see how dirty the floor is) and loud music (maybe too loud). We sat upstairs (we had a reservation) and of all the people on the top there was a party of 4 (us), a party of 8 (all dudes celebrating something) and the rest of the tables were on a DATE - which I thought was funny. Service: We were served by Ann-Marie who was so delightful. She was kind, super nice, and took the time to speak to us (which is basically how we figured out she wasn't a native New York City person). She gave us good food suggestions and we were very happy with our selection. Food: Here is what we ordered * Steak Frites: My two boys got the steak frites and I have to say the steak was awesome! I had a bite of each of theirs and they each ordered it differently (one Medium Rare/Medium and one Medium) and they both were prepared PERFECTLY. The fries were overflowing. * Caeser Salad with Salmon: My wife got the salad with Salmon (they only have a few salad options) and she enjoyed it. * Prawn and Crab Risotto: I got this and I have to say it was VERY bland. I wouldn't get this if you are looking for taste. I had to put salt and pepper on it to make it have any semblance of taste. Value/Price: I would say this is not over priced but it is not cheap either...bill is attached. I would recommend it to folks who are looking for a good place to either go out on a date or a family type meal.

    Amazing ambiance! We visited for a birthday dinner and were seated in a cozy, intimate corner,…read moreenhanced by the restaurant's beautifully dimmed lighting. Our server was fantastic--friendly, helpful, and highly efficient. The cocktail menu leans heavily into gin, but they are happy to mix up whatever you like. I ordered a margarita and it was excellent! For dinner, I went with the steak frites. It was absolutely delicious, and the portion was so generous that I actually had to push myself to finish it. While it's on the pricier side and maybe not an everyday dining spot, it's a phenomenal choice if you're looking for a guaranteed great experience for a special night out!

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    4.5(40 reviews)
    2.6 miMidtown West

    Had an awesome time at Dear Irving. We recently celebrated a friend's birthday here. We were…read morekindly greeted when we entered and directed to the elevator leading to the event space. DI reserved an area between the bar and patio for the event. Enough room for our party to gather and not impede on other patrons. I found all of the staff to be very professional and attentive while very busy. The menu has a variety of small bite options, which was shared amongst the group. Everyone seemed to enjoy them, suggesting one another to try this or that. The bartenders/ mixologists were on their A game. The drink menu is pretty extensive and from what I could see, our party choices ranged from wines to whisky's and several options between. The rooftop/patio was an extension of the comfortable but trendy decor. Great space for an evening, date or friend gathering. Dear Irving... well done. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

    I was here for an event, so didn't order entrees/mains. We did have some appetizers and finger…read morefood, which wasn't the tastiest...the best thing there were probably the lobster rolls and sliders. The drinks were very delicious, though! The bartenders were nice and made the drinks very quickly. There was one who was consistently friendly, as opposed to the blonde lady there. I'd go back again on a date night because the interior had major sexy vibes.

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    I've been trying to go to Sunken Harbor for over a year now. I don't know how it's possible but…read moredespite being local it always seems to have a private event whenever we have plans to go. The stars finally aligned this winter and I had the opportunity to try it out. The vibes are perfect. Fog and bubbles, sea noises and all of the art go together seemlessly. Drinks were great. We had three and left suitably sloshed for the night with no aftereffects. We didn't have too many bites but the food was very good for a bar. I'm excited to go back and I hope we have just as much luck getting in next time.

    This is a "speakeasy" above Gage and Tollner. An undersea Tiki style adventure with a sexy mermaid…read moreheading up the bar. Nautical theme throughout with weathered leather, ropes, fish. Cocktails are made with various types of rum and ingredients like grapefruit, maraschino, wormwood amaro, falernum, thyme, Assam tea, spiced lime, allspice, coconut, cucumber, nutmeg, sour orange. All the drinks keep with the tropical, fruity taste with a hint of spice. They are also broken up into categories (dry land = no alcohol, shallows = average amount of alcohol, and abyss (larger amounts of alcohol). The abyss section has some cocktails that are limited to two per customer. They have some bar bites like fried green tomatoes, shrimp toast, broiled oysters, ricotta, dumplings, sliders. I had the French fries with kimchi ranch, which were underwhelming. Bartenders were cool and kept the drinks coming. I got in immediately without an issue or a wait, but it was right after a snowstorm. I've seen some people struggle to get in or have a long wait.

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    Dear Strangers

    4.3(29 reviews)
    1.0 miGreenwich Village

    Met up with friends here for dinner before a show near Washington square. It wasn't super crowded…read morewhen we arrived around 6pm (maybe due to the extreme cold that day) but started filling up gradually. I loved the ambiance and decor, very cozy. As for food, there were some true hits but most of the food was good but basic. The highlights for me were the wild mushrooms & rice cakes as well as the Caesar salad - loved the use of nori in the salad and would definitely come back for the mushrooms. The chicken cutlet and chicken dumplings were fine but I probably wouldn't order them again. The wait staff weren't super attentive nor super warm, but they were efficient when we asked for water refills, etc. There was ample standing room at the bar while we waited for our friends, but the table/booth that we sat at was super narrow, I was knocking knees with my friend all night and generally felt squished.

    Dear Strangers? Yes, they certainly treat you like one! This place is not good. They seemed…read moreunprepared to handle restaurant week. There weren't enough servers to handle the crowd and that was reflective in our dinner service. Despite being checked in on 0 times and having to flag them down for water, to order, and to get our check, their attitude wasn't warm or accommodating at all. It even came off like we were bothering our server when asking for basic things. The food was subpar. Didn't try the drinks. Maybe that's the savior? -Tuna tartare acceptable; nothing to write home about -Chicken dumplings tasted like chicken but had no bite to it. Weird and served on paper that resembled a crumpled receipt or used tissue. -Chicken cutlet was warm and soggy. No truffle flavor as advertised on the menu. Some creativity points for the accompanying foam dip but it didn't work. -Beef short rib was tasty but the single potato that come with it felt insulting and cheap. Really? One potato? -Pecan pie dessert and sorbet were really good. Sad way to finish, only enjoying the final course. Ambiance was good. Floors were super slippery because they were tiled on a snowy day. They should warn their guests about that. Lots of work to be done here and I will not be around to see it through!

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    Steight

    4.6(44 reviews)
    0.7 miLower East Side

    yuzu highball mt highball…read more- highball was nice, basic, and refreshing; nothing much to note about but ive definitely had better - i liked the yuzu a bit more because the mt highball was a bit too alcoholic hojicha colada - hojicha is their seasonal menu and it also is my favorite! The tea was strong and fragrant - it is on the sweeter side, a bit like dessert, so i had to pair it with water, but it was still yummy and would recommend yuzu contact - this was alright! Typical yuzu but ive had better ones - personally feel like the yuzu can be brighter and a bit sweeter rating: 4/5 - the drinks were all good but nothing particularly stood out except for the hojicha colada - the vibe and the music really brought up my rating though! It was such a cute, cozy, intimate spot for dates - small speakeasy with only a few seats, similar to bars in japan; it's one of those japanese listening bars and i love it - there was light jazz in the background, not too loud that i had to shout - the mood was perfect; I couldn't stop staring at the interior decor and immerse myself in this little cozy corner - service was super quick, nothing much to note IG: @nom.noms.only

    Very cute speakeasy hidden behind an empty hair salon. The decor was very fun, and I couldn't quite…read moretell what the theme was. It's a very small space, so it may be a bit of a wait for a seat. We came around 8:45 PM, and got a spot at the bar after about 20 minutes. We tried the yuzu contact and the ma-chet baker, and the ma-chet baker was definitely our favorite. It tasted just like a matcha latte, and I liked the bits of gen maicha in it. It wasn't very strong however. The yuzu contact was also very light and citrusy.

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    3.8(1.6k reviews)
    1.1 miChinatown, Civic Center
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    Had a really good time at this bar. From the outside, it…read moredoesn't look much, but once you step in, you get to soak in the amazingly lit bar. The drinks were also pretty good and fairly priced! Really enjoyed my cucumber chili oil drink, it was savory and unique. Seating was limited though but our party managed to snag one once another party left. definitely a first come first serve concept.

    Apotheke was one of my first experiences with a hidden speakeasy a number of years ago, and it…read morestill remains the OG in my vast encyclopedia of experiences. :) Strolling down Chinatown's busy and gritty Doyers Street, looking for any sign of Apotheke is a fond memory, then finally figuring out where it was, and entering through the mysterious and otherworldly threshold resulted a transformative experience that made me feel like I time traveled. Mood lighting, comfortable seating, great drinks in a cozy and Victorian-inspired space are the perfect blend of unique and. I always felt like I was part of something special the few times enjoyed creative, delicious, and strong libations from the pros at the bar. While it has always been pricey, I do feel like the excellent service ambiance, and drink quality warrant this, but may prevent more folks from becoming regulars so to speak. I love the clever and compact bathroom design, too. IYKYK Long live Apotheke!

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