They are just as despicable as they've always been. Charging people for drinks that they didn't…read moreorder. The bartender's exact words were "Your friend should learn how to order a drink". Just because you are too inept to distinguish one order from another doesn't mean others should suffer from your stupidity. If one person orders and then another person orders, why would you assume those two people are on the same tab? And then make the second person pay for a strangers drinks without even an apology? Ritz was closed for taking advantage of innocent people and they should have stayed closed. Also, don't pay attention to these paid 5 star reviews. They are obviously paid to heighten Ritz' star rating. You've been warned!!!

I remember way back when The Ritz first opened. It was the coolest, hippest bar in Hells Kitchen…read more It expanded upstairs. The vibe was fun and we were there several nights every week and especially weekends. RuPaul's Drag Race ruled at least one night a week. The Ritz is not ritzy anymore, and in need of a facelift. The front bar is the only area serving during happy hour, and later during some weeknights. We still managed to have a good time last week as "tourists" but The Ritz is no longer The Place to be. We hope for a shot of botox so it can be true to its neon sign again: F*cking Gorgeous.

Fun, intimate bar. I went to trivia hosted by the amazing drag queen Elle and had a blast.read more

Cute little bar with great specialty drinks. They have a small patio and music videos playing…read morethroughout.

Dear reader, although it pains me to say it, I have to give this rather dilapidated bar five stars…read more Why? You ask, with a look of horror on your face. Well... because at this place people actually TALK to each other. I stumbled into here after a fancy evening on the Lower East Side and quickly met a number of gentlemen from all walks of life. Really fantastic stuff, it's these sorts of meets that hold society together. So, although this place had a crumbling ceiling, a toilet in desperate need of renovation and a forest of mold erupting on its shutters, I am afraid I have to give it a five. Well done the Boiler Room! Although it would be nice if, next time, you accepted a $100 bill NB: Drinks are very cheap here! Being only $18 for three rum and cokes - a bargain!

I would give a 0 star if it was possible. I went evening yesterday and the bartender was denying…read moreservice and shaming this group of people, for another group's lack of tipping. Despite the place being very nice, the hostility of the employee ruined the vibe, and left the whole atmosphere undoubtedly awkward, even for those not involved. That employee needs to be reprimanded for their unprofessionalism.

Yall refelted and fixed the pool table! Good job! Thank you! It means a lot to us gay pool players.read more

This place has really went down the drain. It used to be good when you had staff like Yancey and…read moreTony, but now, not so much! The bartenders don't really acknowledge you unless you're white. Also, why is it that both locations smell like a toilet that has over flooded with shit as soon as you walk in? HK is even worst with the customer service. It doesn't take much to make someone feel welcomed. Horrible service. I hope both of their locations get shut down soon.

Lovely bar with TV s couches and piano players. Very friendly staff and a lovely older gentleman to…read morewelcome you at the doors. Very social bar and weekends are the best (Fri,Sat) it gets really crowded in the evening and late night. A place to go during weekends for sure and build friendships

Bar is chill. Wish the bar was more active on social media and hosted events that is able to…read morecongregate more people for a specific night instead of guessing if people will be at the bar or not.

I always have a good time at Pieces. So much joy culture and history packed into this tiny bar…read more They always have drag shows, parties and events. They don't serve food I wish they did but drinks are strong and cheap. The main server there I think his name is Cris? He's Greek and so adorable!!So attentive :) I've been 5+ times and always have a great experience

Andrade has been part of our Bleecker block for years. He is passionate about his craft - always…read moregets done on time and as promised- and makes everything old look like new. If you just look at the caliber of footwear people trust him with you know what a master he is. So yes. I recommend this business. And its owner.

The prices & the level of convo with others on the one hand; the new MAGA-leaning general manager…read morewho assumes all the female customers are straight and has a hard time with trans folk, you decide

The perfect bar for a neighborhood wind-down. We stopped thru here on w whim and loved our Vodka…read moreSodas here on repeat. The staff is kind and the lighting perfectly well dimmed for that hole-in-the-wall vibe. Enjoy going Nowhere.

I have been fortunate enough to visit this iconic and legendary bar on numerous trips to NYC…read more The importance of this establishment in the history of LGBTQ rights cannot be ignored, forgotten, or passed over. It is an absolute must-visit place. Great neighborhood bar packed with history, good drinks, awesome people (patrons and employees alike), and great convesation.

Tucked into Greenwich Village, this isn't just a neighborhood bar; it is the absolute, undisputed…read morebirthplace of the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. In June 1969, the patrons here decided they were completely done being pushed around, stood up against a police raid, and sparked the riots that changed the world forever. It's a National Historic Landmark, sure, but at its heart, it's still a gritty, unapologetic, no-frills New York tavern. You don't walk into this place for the upholstery; you walk in to soak up the ghost stories of a revolution through the soles of your shoes. The interior is an unpretentious blend of classic dive bar aesthetics and a literal museum. The walls are covered in historic photographs, pride flags, and memorabilia detailing the 1969 uprising. It's a room that doesn't need fancy lighting because the legacy itself provides the electricity. The drinks here are beautifully, yet fiercely ordinary. We're talking honest well drinks, cold drafts, and standard-issue cocktails poured with a heavy, generous hand by a staff that has seen it all. There are no pretenses and no snobbery. You toast to the icons who paved the way, and appreciate the fact that you're drinking in a room that helped secure the freedom to do exactly that. What makes this spot an absolute must-visit isn't just the history books--it's the fact that it remains an active, beating heart for the community. Cheers!