Such a smooth and sexy vibe type bar. It's a place you can take business partners to and have a brandy or just relax after a long day. Lives the coat check and the intimacy of the seats and tables. While my boyfriend had the brandy I enjoyed my chamomile tea- so yes they cater to all audiences I have plans to come back and try some more items. Thanks again. read more

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This is a crazy cool place. It feels like a spot for a special occasion. The staff is so incredibly knowledgeable. I love scotch and was really able to push the boundaries of what I'd usually order to try new kinds. I think that's pretty cool. The food there was also very tasty. And the ambience is probably one of the best parts. On a cold winter's night, we were sat next to the fireplace. In a large space we somehow still felt intimacy. read more

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I went here while I was in New York. It's located in the Finance District in a nice area. Lot of drink options and the menu is basically a book. The dim lights and nice jazz music made for a great atmosphere and ambiance. I was here in the early evening so I got the post work rush. Would definitely recommend and would back. Great place to take a date or meet someone for a drink. read more

Ugh, how the mighty have fallen. This place used to be trendy, mildly pretentious but with the goods to back it up, and inventive. Now, it's just another Tribeca locale trying too hard and doing nothing incentive. Aesthetically is still beautiful, that's not changed. The service is terrible. It wasn't even busy and the bartender just wasn't on it. The drinks were fine, heavy handed on the Campari for my Negroni. Average experience is a generous description. read more

Brandy Library - Mezcal Negroni - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Popped in for a properly made Hendrick's martini shaken (hard) with a twist. Just in the mood, y'know? My order was heard & delivered in less than 5. Quiet. Pure. Pro. The ambience is leather & woods and aged bottles all round. I sipped & enjoyed (of course wishing there were a couple more sips for $25.05 but hey..it's Brandy Library and there ain't no happy hour here!) I enjoyed my 2 complimentary gougères, paid the tab & rolled out. Mission accomplished. read more

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It's a great lounge for a night out. They have amazing whiskey selection, the bartenders are very knowledgeable and you can ask them any questions that you might possibly have. I tried old fashioned - and it was by far the best old fashioned I have ever tried. It was perfectly balanced. I also tried their penicillin which was good but a little too smokey for my taste. We ordered couple of appetizers that included selection of cheese and spread with sourdough bread. I enjoyed the spread that had selection of hummus and babaghanoush. The cheese plate was interesting but didn't really pair well with the drinks I ordered. We came in on a Friday night and had to sit at the bar as they had a lot of reservations, so if you want to sit at a table, definitely make a reservation beforehand. Overall, a very pleasant experience! read more

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Walking in it's like a library to spirits! Rich leather chairs, nice lights that set the mood w a yellow ish hue and you look around the walls and all you see is floor to ceiling spirits. They hand you this tome nay Bible that looks like it has a sample of every spirit type ever made but not to fear; the staff is super knowledgeable and can guide you through what you want. They let you taste before buying so fear not of you don't like it they'll simply say lock another one. Whiskeys, brandys, tequilas oh my . Go and enjoy then come back again and try some more read more

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I love the Brandy Library! This is officially my favorite bar in NYC bc it's so classy and the drinks are absolutely delicious. The bar reminded me of a museum with bottles upon bottles of spirits on display. The service we received from the bartenders was top notch. I had the Magic Carpet first and it was literally the most perfect cocktail for me. It consisted of singani, elderflower, and champagne. I had to stop and pace myself to not drink it so fast. Then, the bartenders recommended my second cocktail and it was a creamy lavender one that I really liked too. They also gave us complimentary crème brûlée and raspberry pana cotta. Both desserts were delicious! I highly recommend this place and can't wait to come back! read more

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LOVE LOVE LOVE sitting at the bar here. The staff is extremely friendly and the drinks are solid. Great vibe all around, Tribeca hot spot in my opinion especially for date night! read more

I emailed the team at Brandy Library for a holiday gift certificate and Shawn helped me out. He was prompt responding to my emails and had it in the mail quickly. We made a reservation for Saturday night and had a very good time. Our waiter was extremely knowledgeable about the extensive liquor selection and took our preferences into consideration when making suggestions. The ones he suggested varied in price point, which was much appreciated because our goal was to try new ones that we liked enough to buy a bottle of later, and it would have been disappointing to fall in love with one that is rare and/or extremely expensive. So communicate to your waiter what you like and dislike and watch them work their craft! I was feeling a cocktail so I ordered the Acapulco Gold spiked with rum. It was delicious! I would describe it as a creamy, boozy tropical shake. The only constructive criticism I have is that it took 20-25 minutes for us to flag our waiter down when we were ready for the check because he disappeared for a little while. I would definitely return but consider sitting at the bar next time where the staff is most present. read more

Very vibey. Felt like I was in some mafia man's living room -- like I was trespassing into the secret lives of these men. Definitely a great place if you like brandy. They have an insaneee collection. And the service was so great, friendly and attentive. They will teach you things if you're new to brandy and they are so knowledgable. read more

Came here after dinner to celebrate a friend's birthday. Walked in on a Tuesday night around 10pm without a reservation. There were seats at the bar and tables available. The menu is extensive. We got two cocktails: The Musket and Tijuana No and enjoyed both. Told the bartender it was my friend's birthday and he gave us two free glasses of champagne, which was so kind of him. The interior is also beautiful and got a great vibe. Highly recommend! read more

Brandy Library - The Musket (left) and Tijuana No (right) - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Hands down, if you like whisky, scotch, brandy, please visit here. Obviously, needless to say, things are expensive, but great things cost money! What can you do! This line of liquor is extremely personal so there is nothing I can recommend. I did try their musket and Negroni before starting with some Dalmore 15. Also tried their sherries Malt tasting flight. Had their cheese breads and they threw in some just like that. Thank god they have nibbles! Overall, service is good. They keep refreshing your distilled water if you offer the flights. We keep going back for the whole experience and will continue to do it read more

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The overall ambiance was excellent with a mighty drink selection and amazing service!

Brandy Library is a swanky brandy, whiskey and scotch bar and lounge with amazing ambiance. The library shelves are filled with bottles which seem to actually be the stock used in serving you, which I think is pretty cool. They have food as well but food/drink prices are definitely geared towards sponsored corporate events. They taste good though and certainly worth shelling out for, for a great experience. There is a cigar lounge downstairs too, which I will definitely visit next time. read more

Brandy Library - Japanese Whiskey Flight II - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Loved this establishment. Lovely service and excellent drinks. The short ribs were good but I'd pass on sushi and other bites. Really it's about the drinks. We got a flight of whiskey (6) and a cocktail and both were great. The flight came with a card that explained each one (i.e. fruity, smokey, oaky, etc.). Ambiance is perfect for either a date, hangout with a small group of friends or colleagues. read more

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Had a WONDERFUL time at the Brandy Library this past Saturday. We had reservations for four and were early , yet seated right away. The vibe is cozy, classy and very New York. I really like that the age is 25 and over to enter as lately I've noticed people taking toddlers to bars which I am not a fan of. We ordered different drinks, wine, martinis, a spritz and brandy. All were delish. Food for the evening was the lamb puffs, sushi and the sliders. All superb. Service was top notch. It was a fab experience all around. I popped downstairs to see the party room which was really cool. Don't miss this Tribeca spot! read more

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Brandy Library has the appearance of a stately gentleman's library but with books replaced by fine whiskey bottles. And while BL features some food, it's predominantly an upscale liquor and cocktail bar. Tony and I visited BL tonight for the first time--a stopover on our way to dinner. We were pleased with everything from the small bites we ordered to the drinks to the service! And the fancy, old school interior helped amplify the charm. If you are intimidated by places like this you are not alone, it can be overwhelming to see a menu with hundreds of difference spirits. Luckily, the bartender was really friendly and super knowledgeable about the vast collection of liquors they carry.... and she was eager to make recommendations and talk to us about their collection. This was great since we were looking to expand our whiskey horizons and try some new spirits. We definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a gathering with a few friends or a date night pre-dinner cocktail. Oh, and I can't wrap up this review without a shout out to the chef for this amazing steak tartare - so yummy!!! read more

RACISM ON THE ROCKS - We came to the Brandy Library for my bachelor party expecting to have a great time and spend money. We were greeted by a man who was incredibly rude, patronizing, and disrespectful. What should have been a great time divulged into pain, discomfort, and a perpetuation of racist hatred that plagues our country to this day. The manager, who's name we later found out is Shawn, started our conversation by accusing us of violating a reservation policy despite not citing anything specific and being ultimately being proved inaccurate. We were the only people of color in the space and it was very clear that we were being singled out. He intentionally split our party so that we would, in his own words, "leave quickly, its a psychological move". He rushed us to our seats and told our waiter to "watch out for us". I sat in the back with a few of my groomsmen and did my best to enjoy the incredible selection of whiskey. As we were sitting and talking, a manager came over to us and asked us to quiet down even though we were speaking at the same volume as our white neighbors. The wait staff was impeccable, Liam was incredibly knowledgeable and kind. Alexandra was very sweet and I appreciated her advocacy for our party. The whiskey was incredible as well. As we left, One of my groomsman attempted to kindly speak to Shawn and shake his hand in a last ditch effort to show kindness to a man who has treated us so poorly. Shawn looked my groomsman up and down, scoffed, and walked away. I hope the Brandy Library takes note of this and works to make their establishment a place where all types of people are welcome. A place where we are not judged based on the color of our skin, but based on the content of our character. read more

Upfront, my review has nothing to do with the exquisite drink selection provided here. My review has to do with the way in which my party was spoken to when we walked into the space for our reservation. Primarily we took great offense with the immediate tone of condescension we were met with when speaking with Shawn, the general manager. He made an immediate assumption that our group would be too loud or animated for the space when he commented saying "Your group is too large to sit together, you have to be split up BUT you can't move back and forth to chat with each other." As a group of men in mostly our 30's the comment was weirdly juvenile and inappropriate. Shawn's attitude made our group feel unwelcome in this space purely because we didn't seem to fit the expected culture. In layman's terms because we were a group of black & brown men, Shawn was clearly upset and uncomfortable with our presence in the space. His attitude and demeanor was completely different with the white patrons that entered. He managed to make extra accommodations & even polite smiles with them, something that seemed unavailable to our group. Despite his attitude, we chose we would stay and enjoy our time as we had planned. Shawn's racism would not be rewarded with our absence but instead would be further frustrated by our presence. We would have dismissed his remarks because our focus was to enjoy ourselves but Shawn was bold enough to continue to make comments that shocked and surprised us. When asked by his staff to allow us to sit together so they could accommodate another large group Shawn refused saying about our group "Don't worry, we'll have the space soon. They won't be here long, that's why I split them up. It's a physiological move." He said this with a smile on his face and a smug chuckle. Meanwhile the other portion of our group was told "we don't do that here" when they laughed together at a joke while enjoying their drinks together. Shawn picked a specific waiter to attend to our groups, the servers appears visible disturbed and confused by his behavior. Unfortunately, we did end up leaving to find a better space for us to celebrate and drink together but we could not move on without make sure people know this: Shawn Rhynehart is a disgustingly rude, disrespectful pig who perpetuates racist ideals. A racist like him has no place managing such a beautiful space meant to be enjoyed by all. read more

The drinks: Delightful! They have so many different kinds of flights and so many of them tasted great. I tend to prefer cocktails and they have such a lovely menu of them. The drinks are PRICEY, so be ready (like $23-$30) but honestly, when you're in the mood to really indulge, SO worth it. My recs: Lavender 16 and Pods-de-vie. The vibe: A beautiful space! The brandy bottles on the wall were so cool and created a wonderful light color throughout the space. Large leather chairs make it very cozy. The patrons lean more old white men in large groups, so very different than a typical cocktail bar. But the space is wide enough that I didn't feel suffocated by them. Our group was young and louder and I didn't feel out of place at all. The service: So great. Our server Yuki was absolutely wonderful and knew everything about the menu. I asked for a specific style of cocktail and she immediately know what to recommend (so spot on). She was also able to describe all the different flights and answered any questions we had. Would 100% come back. read more

Amazing time again at the Library! Wasn't busy at all and we were doted on. The manager spoke with me a few times. He was jealous we has reservations at Babbo. We will be back! read more

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Love the ambiance in here. Very sleek and sexy.. super nice staff. I didn't know what to order and the waiter brought out a brandy citrus drink that was really good. They also have shortbread cookies that are delicious! read more

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Cool vibes. Great if you're really into brandy, whiskey or rum. They have so many options available! I went with their cocktails which were exceptional. Service was amazing as well. read more

Brandy Library - Magic carpet, the musket - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Awesome atmosphere of a bar. The decor is walls and walls of different whiskey which is so cool. We were seated downstairs which was cozy, yet spacious. We ordered the puffs with cheese to snack on and guac bites. I definitely enjoyed the guac bites, it was creamy on the inside and crispy on the outside. The puffs were bland and flavorless to me. The alcohol collection is so overwhelming but the bartender helped me choose. I ended up ordering a Japanese whiskey to sip which was smooth. As we were leaving, the hostess gave us little boxes of sugar cookies which was a nice touch. read more

Brandy Library - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Nice interior and well-made drinks don't totally make up for lackluster service. Friday night me and a friend decide to head here and get a few drinks. No reservations. Host offers us seats at the bar although there appeared to be tables inside and outside. Whatever, we accept and sit at the bar. Mistake. Because there's only one bartender and one barback and they're not interested in helping us. They prioritized other parties. We order food and drinks. Oysters come with no silverware and no napkins. Cannot get their attention to bring us silverware. Pork buns never arrive, so we flag the bartender down to ask what happened. He says he was confused and never put the order in. Puts it in. We wait. We want another round. Bartender nowhere to be found. Finally get to put in another drink order. We wait. They come, we drink. We want the check. At a supposedly fine establishment such as this we expect more prompt and attentive service - regardless if we sit at the bar or at a table. Drinks were good, but very expensive. Sidecar properly made. Armagnac with hazelnut syrup was delicious. We never saw the drinks being made. Not sure if this guy was even the bartender, he kept going from place to place. Overall pretty disappointing experience this time, especially since I've been here a few other times in the past (maybe 7-10 years ago, though) and had better times. read more

I've been here a few times and I love the ambiance. It's an actual library with books on alcohol. I typically get the cheese plate which has 4 cheeses and bread. The last time, I visited on a Saturday night and they were very busy. It was hard to get the waiter's attention. They definitely need more staff. It's a great place to chill out and just talk with friends. I would say the only thing I dislike is that the bathroom is so small. read more

Brandy Library - Pinot Boir Blanc - New American Near Me - New York, New York

This is one of my favorite spots in TriBeca!! Have been here for intimate holiday parties (nice private space in the basement) or for some cocktails/wine/whiskey before dinner. It's definitely a nicer and fancier establishment but what is not in TriBeca? Ambiance is beautiful and the staff are great. Last time we were here we popped in before walking over to Wolfgang's. Def recommend it for a drink or too prior to dinner or for a night cap! read more

Great place to lounge and enjoy whisky and a cigar. The decor is classy, yet comfortable and they have one of the widest arrays of whiskey I've seen to date! Our whiskey sommelier was friendly, personable and extremely knowledgeable guiding us to new flavors and profiles we hadn't experienced before. I also loved the selection of flights to choose from and enjoyed indulging in some of my favorites that were included in the "Smoked Out" flight. I purchased a cigar for the road and plan to enjoy with a bottle of one of my new discoveries from the Brandy Library. read more

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Great food, great drinks, great service. The people there were very knowledgeable about the liquor, and the vibe was very mellow. Definitely a must visit. read more

Very cool ambiance, and exactly what it says it is - a brandy library. Rolled in here on a random Thurs afternoon for a place to relax, read, and have some bourbon. Wasn't disappointed. Atmosphere was jazzy and classy. Needed a bit of aeration because it's a bit stuffy. Drinks are pricey but it comes with the (Tribeca) territory. Bottoms up!! read more

Brandy Library was such a cute, yet sophisticated, and charming surprise! After hearing multiple positive reviews from friends, a friend and I decided to check it out and certainly were not disappointed. I loved how extensive the menu was, particularly the various cocktail options. I ordered the Lavender cocktail (on the 'Reserve Cocktails' menu) and fell in love. Perfect blend of lavender, cream and tequila- the mezcal was also quite pleasant and went perfectly with the lavender cream. The interior design is gorgeous...next time I visit I will have to upload photos, it goes perfectly with the atmosphere of Brandy Library as well. Staff is all very friendly and attentive, however, wait time for drinks can be quite long sometimes. read more

Brandy Library - Lavender Cocktail - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Visited one night about two weekends ago. This place has been on my list to visit for some time. I've heard some great things about it from people and now I know why! We arrived, were greeted, sat at the bar and I looove how our bartender is female. She was so awesome. Much love to her, her expertise, and service. Brandy Library looks like a library of alcohol. They have those wooden ladders the employees step up on to grab bottles kind of like how you see in libraries where they have those ladders for librarians and people to climb up and get books. Very cozy, chill environment. The drinks are amazing and worth the $$$. Very classy. read more

Brandy Library - Santa Maria - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Loved this place! We stopped for a quick drink before dinner. The server was very helpful, and the host was warm. The space is beautiful inside! We felt spoiled by the ambiance. I had a delicious mocktail, the Jamaican Rhapsody. It was complex and delicious without being too sweet. My partner's champaign was divine. It was crisp with notes of apple. Since it was a Monday, the place wasn't too busy at 7pm. We'll be back and will try the food next time. This is in a great spot in the Tribeca neighborhood just a hop from the subway and near several attractions. read more

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First time visiting and now a big fan of this place! The atmosphere is upscale, specifically for discerning tastes and palates. The staff are knowledgeable about whiskey and scotch - more than most of the bartenders I have met. I came with a friend who's new to the whiskey game and the staff took the time to explain various scotches (providing samples before a glass) to my buddy. The extensive list of whiskeys is impressive, and the prices are similar to what I have seen at other places. They have some good food options although not a big list. Reservations are strongly recommended. Truly a higher-class experience for the connoisseur. read more

Brandy Library - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Came here to celebrate my first week on a new job. Such a dope and cool concept for whiskey and brandy lovers. Literal bookcases of the all the whiskey and brandy in the world. They have a small food menu mainly just bites. I had the sushi which was pretty good and the sliders. They also have these bread thingys that have cheese in them and they were also really good! I def will be back. read more

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This has been on my list to check out for quite some time and I finally made it. It is a very cool and fun space with very comfortable seating in couches/chairs around the bar. Every inch of wall space is decorated with their vast whiskey collection. The ability to try some rare and tough to find spirits is definitely one of the most appealing aspects of this place. Went with a group of 5 and we were able to sit and talk comfortably. Amazing cocktails especially the old fashioned. I will definitely have to return. Highly recommend. read more

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Really enjoyed tasting a few whisky flights, the ambience is everything and they have so many options (17 pages of different whiskies to try). I made a reservation here for Friday night, but they also have outdoor seating now since the pandemic so even during peak after work hours, it never felt too crowded. Would come back here again in a heart beat. read more

Brandy Library - New American Near Me - New York, New York

This place is classy as its name, "Brandy Library," is incredibly apt in regards to the decor. The walls are lined with bookshelves stacked with quality liquors. The ambience is dim with table/lounge seating as well as bar seating. It's definitely a great place to grab a drink, munch on some bar foods, chill and have conversations. They have a wide selection of quality drinks. I got the sangria. It has an unique flavor that you can't really find anywhere else, and I would say it's the best sangria I ever had. Highly recommended and will definitely be back again. P.S.: The entrance is kind of hidden. It is located right next to Room at N Moore Street, away from Varick Street. There's another entrance by Varick Street with the same exact address but that's to the apartment and not to the Brandy Library. read more

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Cozy and sophisticated place for scotch. Did not have any of the food, but look forward to returning soon!