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    Death Ave

    3.8 (699 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    DEATH AVE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Intimate
    Good for groups

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    Advertised lunch menu that wasn't honored
    Shelly S.

    I have had this establishment in my yelp NYC collection as a restaurant to try since Covid--it's been a long time. And what's funny is that I live right around the corner from it and pass it all the time, but have never really felt rushed to get here. It just so happens that today I had a day off and time to lollygag around my neighborhood. I had a light breakfast and decided to come here for lunch. I will say that my server, Antonio, was warm and fun to engage with--he offered A+ service. Upon ordering, I noticed that the menus differed from what was given to me vs. what I saw online, which honestly encouraged me to come in. I asked Antonio to consult with management to honor the pricing on the lunch menu that's advertised online, however management refused and said that it's an old menu. I was offered a cocktail, which I declined because I don't drink. I am not accustomed to an establishment not honoring what they advertise to a consumer/patron. So that was a turn off, but because this place was on my list, and along with the lunch menu that brought me in, I decided to stay. When I walked in, I shared with the server that my back was hurting me, and asked for a seat that was lower to the ground; most of the seating up front are barstools. I was told that the barstools were all that was available at this time. I accepted that as such because that's what was told to me and until I went to the bathroom and saw a ton of dining area seats. I even saw a table with three people were sitting and dining. It's quite possible that the person who greeted me did not hear me, but I don't think it's likely, and so it feels a bit ableist that I asked for an accommodation because of acute body pain and was told that there was nothing available to accommodate that. I decided to wait until happy hour (4 PM) to order pulled pork sliders, and truffle fries. It was tasty. The fries were a little too salty though, but I enjoyed my meal, and its portion wasn't not too much or too little. I do not think I will be back & It's not based on the food. It's more so based on the treatment, and I think that they can do better. Signed, Your Hudson Yards neighbor

    Christopher R.

    Death Avenue? More like Death to My Wallet--great food, but my bank account needed CPR afterward! Death Avenue has a great vibe, and the food and drinks definitely deliver on quality and taste. The menu offers a nice variety, and everything we ordered was well-prepared and flavorful. The cocktails, in particular, were a highlight--unique and expertly crafted. That said, the prices were surprisingly steep for what you get. While the experience was enjoyable overall, it's hard to ignore the cost when compared to similar spots in the area. If you're looking to splurge a bit, it's worth checking out, but keep the price tag in mind when planning your visit.

    Paloma Ale
    Tyler S.

    Came here for dinner after seeing the Vessel. The food was tasty, but the prices were higher than I would be willing to pay for what we had. My favorite of the three dishes we had was the souvlaki. The place itself has a very dark ambiance. We sat at a high top table and the stools were a bit wobbly. The service was great, except they ran the wrong bill but quickly fixed it.

    Patio
    Adina S.

    I stopped by Death Ave for some drinks with a friend. It was a really nice day out, so we were able to sit in the back/courtyard area, which wasn't actually fully set up yet, but was a cool area nevertheless. The staff was really accommodating, making sure to check on us in the outdoor area. Not going to lie, I'd prefer to go to a happy hour spot, since paying upwards of $20 for a drink feels like quite the ripoff, but I still had an enjoyable time. I didn't get the chance to try any food, but the drinks drinks were pretty standard. I'd recommend coming by when the courtyard area is in full swing!

    Hunter S.

    I stopped off here as a matter of convenience--it was right down the street from the McKittrick Hotel, where I was going for another stab at the soon-to-close "Sleep No More." This restaurant is mostly Greek, maybe Greek fusion. They have a whole section of smash burgers (feta zest, Swiss mushroom, American bacon, cheddar pepper), as well as sandwiches like baby back rib-wich and fried chicken. They also have lamb chops, skirt steak skewers, moussaka, pasta Santorini, and a section of "ocean bites," or halibut skewers, eight-hour octopus, calamari, and coconut shrimp. I chose the Hellenic BBQ from the entree section. This dish is pricier, 52 dollars, and is served with either steak, lamb chops, halibut, or jumbo shrimp. It is accompanied by grilled zucchini and cauliflower and Greek fries. I chose the steak, medium. While a little fatty, the flavors were AWESOME! I don't know what kind of seasoning they used, but it was delicious and unusual. The cauliflower and zucchini were grilled perfectly. And while I am not a shoestring fry fan, these were seasoned well and were REAL Greek fries. They were more than just fries with feta thrown on top. The food: excellent. The drinks weren't the best I've ever had. The basil gimlet was a little sweet. The mastiha mint was essentially a mojito, but not bad. The Prosecco crush was pretty good. I am not regretful I had these drinks, but come here for the food and atmosphere, save the drinks as an afterthought. Service was impeccable. I was sat in a quiet, sexy little space with faded wood and pretty blue curtains. I had a view of the outside courtyard, in which others were enjoying their drinks and conversation. My server was soft-spoken, attentive, and lovely. I wish I knew his name, but it's not on my receipt. He was working on 4/15/24 and I was cashed out at 6:23 PM. He also provided me with a complimentary desert, vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, and some type of small chocolate cake, almost like a fig cake. It was a much appreciated gesture, above and beyond! I don't go to mid-town/Chelsea often, but if I ever find myself back in the area, I wouldn't hesitate to come here. Great mood, great service, a vibe, a mood.

    Samantha R.

    I wasn't expecting this bar to have the caliber of cocktails that they do. I understood this place to be a brewery and was surprised to see many beers from other locations. I assumed they were have more brews of their own highlighted. Regardless, the cocktails were fantastic. Well made with a lot of intentionality. A great choice on a hot day to relax and get a break from the rain and heat outside. The drinks were delicious and worth the stop if you're in the area.

    Julie T.

    Came in for a drink and was totally"wowed" by this place. Gorge interiors, awesome service and beautifully decorated. HH M-F so we will be back!

    Sama C.

    This Greek influenced bar is easily a place you will be back for more! The house made pita chips were light and not hard like most pita chips are made. Soft enough to scoop from their house-made appetizers and not leave you with a chipped tooth haha. I was not thrilled with their Fried Pickle Chips. I think they tried too hard here. The batter was thick yet tasty. It held the pickle chip and its flavor well, but the chip was a thicker cut. This is no good. A thicker chip will hold the pickle juices and it will not fry well and get crispy. Therefore, when you take a bite, the hot juices will burn your mouth. The highlight for me was their Lamb Chops... sooooo good!!! Mouth watering, cut just right, meaty, flavorful, juicy. I am craving some right now. They were so good that I didn't even feel the need to dip them into the chimichuri sauce it came with.

    Private booth
    Weiting H.

    I stopped in for dinner on a Thursday night around 9pm and it wasn't too busy to be able to get a table for 2. We got one of these cute private booths in the corner and it was adorable. Our food and drinks were really good. The Zucchini Shrimp Fresca was so light and refreshing with just the right amount of flavor in the sauce. Highly recommend for a date night!

    Chicken souvlaki tacos
    Elayne W.

    Came here for drinks and dinner with coworkers on a Thursday and we had no trouble making a reservation. The place is a bit dark and the layout a little odd but a nice place where you can have conversations and actually hear each other. They have happy hour drinks and food until 6:30. We ordered the Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, pork sliders and truffle fries from the happy hour menu. I would recommend all of them except the truffle fries since they weren't anything special and a bit soggy. For entrees we ordered the souvlaki chicken tacos, cod tacos and steak tacos. There's 3 per order and they're pretty filling. I personally liked the chicken tacos the best because the chicken was tender, well seasoned and there was a large portion of them. Overall, we had a good experience here! Our waitress was attentive but not overbearing. We stayed almost 3 hours and were appreciative of not being rushed.

    Outdoor garden area
    Vanessa M.

    I had been here two years before for brunch and thoroughly enjoyed myself, so when I was invited for happy hour I was more than excited. Food / Drink (5/5) - good selection of wines and spirits, have not really tried their cocktails. Even the bar food was fairly well curated - we had a set of beef and chicken tacos. The chicken was really well marinated and the pear puree topping on top of the steak tacos was unusual and refreshing. Other than that, the calamari and coconut breaded shrimp were all very well done, plus the different sauces!! So great - there was a pesto-like one, a barbecue one that was a little more tangy, and one final one that was reminiscent of gochujang. Brunch, back when i came here, was also a similar selection of interestingly plated and designed dishes. Expect to discover something new / unexpected here! Ambiance (7/5) - we managed to get space at the back patio, which was a nice sanctuary rimmed with fairy lights, wood bar tables and seating. If you looked up, you saw the winking skyscrapers and the high line. It was a very beautiful place for an evening. Service (4/5) - taking a point off because service was slower than I remembered at the happy hour, but the staff were extremely friendly and helpful, and I didn't remember this being a problem last time I was here. Could've easily been due to an off day. Pricing (4/5) - Definitely on the higher side here but would say that this is fair for the experience and quality. All in all, I had a great experience here. Definitely a good place to bring people for drinks, and also a great first date spot!

    Jen F.

    Love the vibes at Death Ave, it felt almost medieval! The food was also so yummy. I recommend the mezze platter and eggplant tacos. But most of all, I recommend the sangria- it was delicious! It's not the biggest restaurant so I recommend coming with a small group (4 or less) for a nice dinner. The outdoor area looked very nice as well.

    Levi W.

    Good drinks with a unique spin on Greek food. FOOD: I got the steak souvlaki minis (aka. Greek tacos), came with fries. Food was decent, although a bit messy. Taste-wise was decent, nothing too amazing but a tad pricey for what you get. DRINKS: Had the Fig Julep and Death Ave Tea. Fig Julep was absolutely delicious--highlight of the night for me. Think an old fashioned but with a hint of sweet fig. The Death Ave Tea was refreshing, but a bit light; very easy to drink. VIBE: Came in on a Sunday night, place was quite empty but I enjoyed the vibe overall. Staff was friendly and service was great. SCORE: 3/5 - Enjoyed the food and loved the drinks, would come back if I were in the area.

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    Great, relaxing bar off the high line. Beers are delicious and brewed in the basement. Maria took great care of our mid-day tastings.

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    Excellent food. Excellent service. Our sever had great recommendations. Food was fresh

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