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OMG LOVEEEE it here. Was looking for a place for post dinner on the E side and found Keys and Heels. Such a vibe wow!!! Place was absolutely packed and everyone was having a great time. Without a reservation it is standing room only but with their playlist it was better to stand/dance!! Drinks were on point and delish! Absolutely will be returning!
Very cute speakeasy style bar with classic tasty but $20 cocktails. The daddy issues cocktail was a standout, as well as their espresso martini and paper plane. Definitely a good place to visit with friends or for a date. Service can be fast or slow depending on how busy the venue is at the time.
This bar is hidden behind a locksmith shop (hence the name Key and Heels). Made a reservation for my friend's bday outing and we were quickly seated by a friendly hostess. It is very very lively inside- not quite a traditional speakeasy but a fun vibe. Loud music and lots of people chatting by the bar. I got the spicy lychee martini- kinda a weird flavor combination, not sure if it worked IMO. Drinks also took a bit to come out and it was hard to get our server's attention. Glad I stopped by but probably won't be back.
This is a cute bar in the UES that's located by a locksmith shop (but still not too difficult to find). The interior is cute and cozy, and got busy pretty quickly! I ordered the Dealer's Choice (virgin mojito). I appreciated that the price of a mocktail was much more reasonable compared to other places! Drinks came out reasonably quickly and didn't feel pressured to leave. It's a little on the smaller side, and I heard they even have magic shows some nights which could be fun! Not a bad experience, but nothing in particular stood out either.
Love key & heels! UES has a notoriously sleepy reputation but key and heels completely goes against that. Great music, great space, and great drinks!
My boyfriend and I went to try out this spot. It was so fun to walk in through the door. We got sat at a nice spot in the corner. They quickly brought us water w/ ice and a small cute chip bowl. They were the perfect chip. It was nice that they weren't served with salsa. Sometimes I think I don't need it. I quickly realized I messed up and didn't look at the menu before coming. We should have ate before. The two snack we ordered were not very good... On the other hand... drinks. The cocktails were delicious. I loved my spicy drink. We had 3 drinks each and I was feelin it! After the bar we grabbed pizza because we didn't eat! Some of the review photos have nice pretty sandwhichs but the one we got wasn't great.
such a cute speakeasy in the UES!! Depends what day you go but usually very packed and open late. Super cute decor and bartenders are great at recommending a drink. The daddy issues drink (pornstar martinis) were delicious. A cute place for drinks on a whim:
Love coming here with my girlfriends! We usually get espresso martinis and they are great. I've recently been obsessed with pornstar martinis, and the daddy issues is very similar! Loved it! Typically we go without a reservation, but standing at the bar is fine, and it doesn't get busy until 9/10pm, so make sure you go early if you don't have a reservation.
Fun speakeasy ! I have walked by this place dozens of times and not realized it was there. 5/5 for ambiance and service Drinks were well done. I agree with some other reviews that you should probably eat somewhere else. We got pretzel bites and mini tacos, which were fine but nothing special.
Oh my gosh, what a stellar experience! From the front that looks like a shoe repair/key shop to the BEAUTIFUL speakeasy inside, I was truly impressed. Everyone was so nice, especially Amara who made some killer recommendations! We loved the Pretty Little Psycho and the High Society, although everything was delicious. We came up from Nashville and this is definitely a place we'll make a point to come back to!
Is it a locksmith, is it a shoe repair, is it a speakeasy? Yes, yes, and yes. I read about this and had to see for myself. What a great idea... a Cocktail bar located directly behind a locksmith. There's a covered entrance with a hostess. Reservations are highly recommended if youre going later in the evening. They open at 6 Wednesday through Saturday and close around 2. I went with a friend. We did not have reservations, but it was early ( just after 6) and we were able to sit at the bar. I will say, by the time we left at seven it was starting to get crowded. The inside is pretty cool with an intimate, upscale vibe. I loved the atmosphere and the inside decor, the art work was great. Live DJ spinning some good music made for a fun time. Cocktails are creative and fun, they go along with the speakeasy theme. I do think they are a bit pricey, but its NY and i definitely think this a unique concept, so im sure ill stop in next time I'm on the east side .
I was initially really excited to check out Keys and Heels but it didn't quite meet my expectations. My party of 3 only had a wait a short while before being let in. When asked about the tables, the inside staff said we had to speak to the host outside. We tried to talk to him but he said there was no waitlist to be added on. We ended up just hanging out in the back which was kinda disorganized itself while watching two empty tables the entire time we were there. People didn't really move out of the way after ordering so it was a little frustrating logistically. After managed to make our way to the bar, I got the Moroccan Hourglass. It was very herbaceous with the mint-infused liqueur and minty tea. The rose syrup made it on the sweeter side, but I liked it that way. The concentrated flavors were amplified by the fact that it didn't include any ice, so it was a little too strong for my friends. It came with two pretty yummy frozen grapes. The High Society was very cucumber forward and not too sweet. Decor wise it definitely gave off speakeasy vibes. The bar is disguised as a locksmith/shoe repair shop with a simple neon sign/light. You enter the door that says its "closed." Music was alright but not consistently my vibe. I think logistically it was frustrating and confusing so I didn't have the best time here.
5 months ago
We came for the magic show and I had so much fun! My roommate and I succeeded in the ticket drop odds, at roughly 75$ it was nice to have a drink with the show. Only my second magic show and I will say I don't know how they do any of their magic, but I enjoyed every second of it! It was fun, engaging, and active. They split the audience into three different groups and had three magicians that rotated from each group then finished up with a couple whole group magic tricks. It was fun to see different styles with different focused. I definitely would recommend this for the vibes and a good fun night. We are at uva next door beforehand since they only have chips for service on show nights. read more
Always a good time at Keys & Heels. It was a booming Thursday and Marcus did his thing behind the bar. Music was good, a little dancing going on, active patrons, I keep going for that very reason! read more
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If you're looking for a speakeasy vibe spot for some amazing cocktails, this is the place to be in upper east side. We tried half their menu and were left super impressed. The service is great. They'll accommodate your requests read more
OMG LOVEEEE it here. Was looking for a place for post dinner on the E side and found Keys and Heels. Such a vibe wow!!! Place was absolutely packed and everyone was having a great time. Without a reservation it is standing room only but with their playlist it was better to stand/dance!! Drinks were on point and delish! Absolutely will be returning! read more
2 months ago
Very cute speakeasy style bar with classic tasty but $20 cocktails. The daddy issues cocktail was a standout, as well as their espresso martini and paper plane. Definitely a good place to visit with friends or for a date. Service can be fast or slow depending on how busy the venue is at the time. read more
1 year ago
This bar is hidden behind a locksmith shop (hence the name Key and Heels). Made a reservation for my friend's bday outing and we were quickly seated by a friendly hostess. It is very very lively inside- not quite a traditional speakeasy but a fun vibe. Loud music and lots of people chatting by the bar. I got the spicy lychee martini- kinda a weird flavor combination, not sure if it worked IMO. Drinks also took a bit to come out and it was hard to get our server's attention. Glad I stopped by but probably won't be back. read more
1 year ago
This is a cute bar in the UES that's located by a locksmith shop (but still not too difficult to find). The interior is cute and cozy, and got busy pretty quickly! I ordered the Dealer's Choice (virgin mojito). I appreciated that the price of a mocktail was much more reasonable compared to other places! Drinks came out reasonably quickly and didn't feel pressured to leave. It's a little on the smaller side, and I heard they even have magic shows some nights which could be fun! Not a bad experience, but nothing in particular stood out either. read more
1 year ago
Love key & heels! UES has a notoriously sleepy reputation but key and heels completely goes against that. Great music, great space, and great drinks! read more
2 years ago
My boyfriend and I went to try out this spot. It was so fun to walk in through the door. We got sat at a nice spot in the corner. They quickly brought us water w/ ice and a small cute chip bowl. They were the perfect chip. It was nice that they weren't served with salsa. Sometimes I think I don't need it. I quickly realized I messed up and didn't look at the menu before coming. We should have ate before. The two snack we ordered were not very good... On the other hand... drinks. The cocktails were delicious. I loved my spicy drink. We had 3 drinks each and I was feelin it! After the bar we grabbed pizza because we didn't eat! Some of the review photos have nice pretty sandwhichs but the one we got wasn't great. read more
such a cute speakeasy in the UES!! Depends what day you go but usually very packed and open late. Super cute decor and bartenders are great at recommending a drink. The daddy issues drink (pornstar martinis) were delicious. A cute place for drinks on a whim: read more
1 year ago
Love coming here with my girlfriends! We usually get espresso martinis and they are great. I've recently been obsessed with pornstar martinis, and the daddy issues is very similar! Loved it! Typically we go without a reservation, but standing at the bar is fine, and it doesn't get busy until 9/10pm, so make sure you go early if you don't have a reservation. read more
4 months ago
Fun speakeasy ! I have walked by this place dozens of times and not realized it was there. 5/5 for ambiance and service Drinks were well done. I agree with some other reviews that you should probably eat somewhere else. We got pretzel bites and mini tacos, which were fine but nothing special. read more
11 months ago
Oh my gosh, what a stellar experience! From the front that looks like a shoe repair/key shop to the BEAUTIFUL speakeasy inside, I was truly impressed. Everyone was so nice, especially Amara who made some killer recommendations! We loved the Pretty Little Psycho and the High Society, although everything was delicious. We came up from Nashville and this is definitely a place we'll make a point to come back to! read more
Is it a locksmith, is it a shoe repair, is it a speakeasy? Yes, yes, and yes. I read about this and had to see for myself. What a great idea... a Cocktail bar located directly behind a locksmith. There's a covered entrance with a hostess. Reservations are highly recommended if youre going later in the evening. They open at 6 Wednesday through Saturday and close around 2. I went with a friend. We did not have reservations, but it was early ( just after 6) and we were able to sit at the bar. I will say, by the time we left at seven it was starting to get crowded. The inside is pretty cool with an intimate, upscale vibe. I loved the atmosphere and the inside decor, the art work was great. Live DJ spinning some good music made for a fun time. Cocktails are creative and fun, they go along with the speakeasy theme. I do think they are a bit pricey, but its NY and i definitely think this a unique concept, so im sure ill stop in next time I'm on the east side . read more
I was initially really excited to check out Keys and Heels but it didn't quite meet my expectations. My party of 3 only had a wait a short while before being let in. When asked about the tables, the inside staff said we had to speak to the host outside. We tried to talk to him but he said there was no waitlist to be added on. We ended up just hanging out in the back which was kinda disorganized itself while watching two empty tables the entire time we were there. People didn't really move out of the way after ordering so it was a little frustrating logistically. After managed to make our way to the bar, I got the Moroccan Hourglass. It was very herbaceous with the mint-infused liqueur and minty tea. The rose syrup made it on the sweeter side, but I liked it that way. The concentrated flavors were amplified by the fact that it didn't include any ice, so it was a little too strong for my friends. It came with two pretty yummy frozen grapes. The High Society was very cucumber forward and not too sweet. Decor wise it definitely gave off speakeasy vibes. The bar is disguised as a locksmith/shoe repair shop with a simple neon sign/light. You enter the door that says its "closed." Music was alright but not consistently my vibe. I think logistically it was frustrating and confusing so I didn't have the best time here. read more
We were super excited to check this place out after seeing all these cool videos on tik tok but unfortunately the experience felt a bit underwhelming. We had reservations for this place on a Thursday night at 8 pm. Upon arriving we were greeted by a very friendly host and were seated right away. We ordered their version of an Aperol spritz which is a very simple drink yet they messed it up. It came in a very cool format where you basically do a DIY spritz concoction but it tasted average and wasn't anything special for the price. Ambience was great and loved the music and vibes but wasn't anything special in my opinion. read more
4 years ago
The drinks are pretty solid, but I'm not sure that they were with the price tag. The vibes are pretty good. I like the disco ball that turns on after a certain point in the night. The outside cabana is actually just a shed that is on the street and is a more intimate setting that has less loud music so that you might be able to enjoy your conversational bit more but you won't get that experience of being in the speakeasy itself. The drinks themselves were solid and try to get their versions of margaritas as these were the most popular ones. Also, the service was top-notch, and the woman outside was extremely helpful and our waitress was very accommodating - answered all of our questions, and very generous. read more
We were excited to try Keys & Heels as there aren't many speakeasy type places in UES. The concept is cool and it's pretty easy to find the location - you won't get lost trying to find a "secret" entrance. The inside vibe is cool but the tables are slightly close to one another. There's probably only 1-1.5 feet between our table and the one next to us. After 10pm, the place does get crowded and loses its "speakeasy" vibe. People are allowed to stand near the bar area and it feels very crowded, especially as you try to walk to the bathroom. Drinks were pretty good though you should ask the waitress for recommendations. a lot of the drinks are Key and Heels own spin on standard cocktails, so you may/may not like their version. Our waitress was really great and attentive read more
This was my first speak easy experience and I was very excited. The place was easy to find and we had reservations. The ambience inside is pretty cool but like any other bar, just slightly upscale. Also, the place is pretty small and congested. The seats are quite uncomfortable. The drinks were fun though. Right from their names to some innovativeness in the way it is served. Slightly overpriced. Not a lot of food options. Probably wouldn't go back. read more
I came here without a reservation on a Saturday night. My friend and I only had to wait 5 minutes. The place is smaller than I thought but I love the vibes! There's a disco ball. It was standing room only, but we saw a couple leave so we immediately took their table.! I got the Keys Spritz Bomb and it was okay. I like spritzes but this was not my favorite. read more
4 years ago
Such a fun find on the UES! Keys & Heels is one of the new offerings in a part of the city that lacked interesting bars focusing on experience. This bar, hidden behind the guise of a repair shop, transports you into an intriguing world filled with funky dance music, a disco ball, and cocktails served out of chemistry vessels. I ordered the bar's version of an aperol spritz which involved me learning how to pour my drink in stages (so fun!) All the people in the bar looked like they were having a fun time and I definitely was to. Will be back soon! read more
Drinks were ok but served on a tiny kids' size glass, so in my opinion overpriced for size and the overall experience. Since the place is extremely small is not a very pleasant experience unless you have a table, but in order to have a table you need to make a reservation, not sure why they have so many tables if they don't offer a proper food menu, so the dynamics are just weird. On a positive note the DJ was playing great music (uncle Mike) I was just frustrated because we didn't have enough space to dance. The decor is beautiful, they did a great interior design job. We were really uncomfortable only had one drink each (2 people) paid about $50 with tip and left. read more
Just opened, brand new speakeasy with great drinks and music right in the middle of the upper east side! Highly recommend if you are looking for something easy going, but fun at the same time. We went on busy Friday night at 8pm, was told it would be a 15 min wait without reservation and they were right. They were very easy going and nice. No issues whatsoever at the door. Only if you want food, then recommend making a reservation. Otherwise, if you are looking for an after dinner drink, then this is your spot! Even got to meet a Fox five idol! Once you get in, it's a small venue so I can understand that they need to do crowd control. The drinks were speakeasy and very good! Got the Barefoot & Topless, light citrus flavored drink. Perfect for an after dinner digestivo! Go before word get around and lines get around the corner!! read more
3 years ago
Omg loved it. I was visiting NYC wandering into places with friends and this was a hit! They have a great list of crafted cocktails. I loved the one I got so much I had to get it twice. Will definitely be back if I'm in the area. read more
3 years ago
Back in the hood and had to come in for my fave cocktail of theirs called 'Pretty Little Psycho'. Be warned - it's not a spicy margarita but a SPICY margarita! :) read more
3 years ago
My boyfriend and I went to try out this spot. It was so fun to walk in through the door. We got sat at a nice spot in the corner. They quickly brought us water w/ ice and a small cute chip bowl. They were the perfect chip. It was nice that they weren't served with salsa. Sometimes I think I don't need it. I quickly realized I messed up and didn't look at the menu before coming. We should have ate before. The two snacks we ordered were not good... On the other hand... drinks. The cocktails were delicious. I loved my spicy drink. We had 3 drinks each and I was feelin it! After the bar we grabbed pizza because we didn't eat! Some of the review photos have pretty nice sandwhichs but the one we got wasn't great. read more
Overall rating 4.3, average is valid. This is not a speakeasy.. I feel like in order to be a speakeasy, you actually have to have a "front" (see PDT, bathtub gin, back room, garrett, etc). This is a bar with a key-making window. There is a bouncer & a hostess outside. Drinks were good. I got the barefoot & topless which was very light / borderline tasted like water. Not pictured, I also got the Good Night Negroni which was more my speed. Arrived around 7 on a Thursday & was able to "walk in" by 7:30. Reasonably crowded, but mostly women. I could come here again if I was in the area, but won't be seeking out or recommending. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Keys & Heels hit the mark for vibes and decor! I came here with a couple friends early Friday evening with reservations. If you walk in there is standing at the bar and a very small section to sit, but don't have high expectations to get a seat without a reservation. There seems to be a time limit on tables due to reservations, but unclear how long one can reserve a table. I estimated an hour and a half. Their cocktails are creative and tasty. Service was excellent. If you don't like your drink, no worries, you can order another one at no charge. If you are looking for a change of pace in your regular bar rotation, I recommend checking out Keys & Heels. Overall good vibes, atmosphere, and drinks. I plan to return for a second visit (maybe more)! read more
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1488 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10075
Upper East Side, Yorkville
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