The St Regis hotel has a very sophisticated vibe. In fact, the King Cole bar had not opened yet and it was 3 minutes until opening and they would not let us stand near the opening. Eventually we entered and they escorted us to a table setting with 4 chairs. Staff was kind but often standoffish. The place had just opened yet they seemed put off by our existence. Eventually a kind wait staff took our order and provided us with complimentary snacks. The drinks were tasty at their $30+ price point. read more

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Dropped in for a drink on our last night in The City. We were doing a Hotel Bar Hop. We'd already been at The Peninsula, Plaza, Mark and Ritz Carlton. She was sampling the Paper Plane and I was sampling the Old Fashioned. The space was energetic, line out the door, good vibe, and great drinks. Here we go: Just after we sat down, a guy walked in. No judgement, but wearing sandals, shorts, a beach shirt (4 buttons undone), beanie and scarf. Eclectic for 40 degrees. We thought it might be a spoof or a hotel resident. Definitely different. He sat at the bar. Engaged with his neighbors, all female. Initially, in what seemed harmless but later, too much. They all eventually caught on. He'd get up and walk the bar. Eventually, he sits on the floor next to my wife. She's seen all of this going on and isn't shy. So, she asks how his night is going. He says he's on eleven. She says on what. He says meth. The entire time this guy has been in the bar, bartenders were high fiving him - reason we thought he might be known. Apparently not. So my wife gets up and tells the team at the door what's going on. They stand at the entrance for 20 minutes before someone finally arrives and engages this guy to escort him out. Just weird. Maybe The City but I'm sure if you asked any woman at the bar, glad someone finally got him removed. read more

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We had a great time at the king Cole bar. It was very busy and it was a little confusing how to get a table. There seemed to be two lines to talk to a host. We opted to snag spots at the bar and part of our party stood which seemed to be no problem. The drinks were expensive but the vibes in the bar and the artwork were amazing! Shoutout to Frank, he was an attentive and friendly bartender. read more

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Tucked inside The St. Regis, the King Cole Bar is every bit as sophisticated as its reputation suggests. We stopped in for a martini. The complimentary nuts and little snack mix were a thoughtful touch that paired beautifully with our drinks. One round and we were off to the next bar. The ambiance is dark and hushed, like stepping into another era. It's the kind of place where conversation stays low, the lighting flatters everyone, and time seems to slow down a bit. The staff were cordial and attentive without being intrusive -- just the right balance of old-school hospitality and understated charm. If you appreciate a well-made cocktail in a setting that whispers luxury rather than shouts it, King Cole Bar is the perfect escape in the middle of Manhattan. Get there when they open because the small bar fills up quickly. read more

King Cole is located inside the St. Regis but open to everyone. The service here and specifically our server was really good. I ordered fries and the pita/hummus dish. Both were so good and the pita was so fresh. It also comes with dolma/grape leaves and olives. The fries came in a large portion as well. However the prices here are way too high even though it's in the st Regis. Not sure I'd come back for that reason alone. read more

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This is hands-down, my favorite bar for ambience, friendly bartenders, and I very much enjoyed my drinks as well. I make it a point to stop here on the first night of every New York trip that I take. read more

It used to be great and professional. Maria is nasty and unprofessional!! Won't recommend it read more

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Stunning bar to check out if you're in the area! They open at 4pm - get there early to reserve your spot!

Overpriced drink for something that tastes cheap and watered down. This place is beautiful and used to be great. Now the service is slow and the quality of the cocktails aren't up to par for the price read more

Great historic space with an old New York vibe. Good drink list and prompt, professional service. The prices are a bit high, even by New York standards, but otherwise solid read more

Classic New York old clubby bar- great ambiance. Seated right away on a Saturday evening. I went to King Cole Bar to see the Maxwell Parrish mural - stunning. I read it was valued at $12 million/wow/5 stars!I was at the Met earlier and after seeing this mural, quite the cultural day. Ordered a Cosmo and Aperol Spritz - $27 for each cocktail and they were big pours. Service was very slow -but was a great place for a good cocktail. read more

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There's no better experience than the St. Regis at Christmas. We went into the city to look at some decorations and to have dinner for our anniversary and after dinner, we went to the King Cole bar for a drink. Yes it's very expensive, but we went in knowing that. The bartenders that work there have been there for 30 to 40 years and it's just amazing to see how they work and how they interact with their customers. read more

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The ambiance was really great. I visited the place after watching The Devil Wears Prada, and it was such a cool experience read more

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I went to King Cole Bar with a friend before dinner nearby. The bar is in the St. Regis, and is very "Old New York." There is a famed Max Parrish mural behind the bar. The space is wide but small, with booth seating around the perimeter, a bar in the back, and some high top tables in the middle. We were seated promptly without a wait. The service was fair. We were given snacks immediately, which was nice. There was a long period where our server didn't return to our table, but continued to serve those around us -- this was a little annoying. The drinks here are, on their face, expensive. I got the Harry's Texas Bloody Mary ($27), and my friend got a martini ($28). The drinks, while expensive, are really really large and probably equal to at least 1.5, if not 2, drinks at an equivalent place, so the price wasn't that much of an issue. My experience at King Cole Bar was fine. It is a beautiful space, but is probably not the vibe I typically go for. I do think that if you're looking for this type of monied, Old New York style place, this isn't a bad spot to hit. read more

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Incredible. The Maxifield Parrish mural is what drew us in. It was the ambiance and service which kept us there. We were there during UN week, and the place was packed with dignitaries from around the world mixed with tourists such as us. While we're nervous about the crowd, we only waited a few minutes for the staff to clear a table of some slow, non-drinking patrons. Fantastic service, made us feel like regulars. The drinks were amazing - well mixed and creative. I will say, for us, only a couple drinks were in the budget, but it was worth the experience. Recommend checking out other parts of the Regis downstairs - really nice displays about the history of the property. read more

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If you're looking for the quintessential NYC bar to go to after work or for a power meeting (we still do those, right? No?), this is the place. Steeped in history, the birthplace of the Red Snapper (bloody mary) has a recently restored showpiece mural by Maxfield Parrish that also provides the name. Service was excellent, drinks refined and appropriately stiff, and the vibe is polished. There are other good bars to frequent but I like this one, especially if trying to impress someone with solid offerings that don't rely on smoke, infusions, or fancy add ons. ;-) read more

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A Manhattan classic. What's there to say? Swank, sophisticated, expensive but somewhat corporate-card touristy. The kind of place you "must" go once in your life. The setting and vibe is exciting, with that incredible priceless Old King Cole mural staring down at you. It's iconic New York--a hotel bar that's appeared in countless movies, conjuring up visions of Hollywood, hookers, martinis and stockings. But real New Yorkers don't typically frequent this place unless taking friends or family from out of town. The drinks are beautifully crafted and yes, expensive. Suggestion: go for one drink and nurse it for an hour and you'll get the whole experience. read more

Nestled in the sumptuous St. Regis, King Cole Bar is elegant, a perfect balance between intimate and inviting, with exceptional service and offering meticulously crafted libations. read more

Hadn't been in years and visited the bar last week. Had a wonderful time sitting at the bar with drinks and complimentary snacks.

Gorgeous hotel, and beautiful bar with great drinks and service. Dawson was so kind and accommodating to my friends and I. We had an amazing time. My only criticism would be that perhaps they should adhere a bit more to the dress code posted, as all the tourists in streetwear/sweatpants takes away from the ambience and vibe of this historically upscale establishment. read more

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This is a classy place to sit with a friend or two and enjoy a cocktail. The bar attracts a mix of colorful locals as well as hotel guests. If the inner bar with the mural is busy, you can sit in the Astor Court just outside, which opens up the seating options quite a bit. Although perhaps not quite as Insta-famous, the Astor Court area is very pretty and is quieter than the main bar, with a very upscale vibe. The cocktail list includes several specialty drinks, such as the Jazz Me Blues (recommended), or any old standard that you prefer. They also serve a full snack and dinner bar menu (ie popcorn or a burger and fries) if you want something more substantial. If you feel like having drinks and dessert, they make their own cookies and brownies in house. The ice cream sundae includes little chunks of brownie and is quite good! read more

This place is an establishment. Although it's small, it just gives it even more of a quaint and cozy feel. Their drinks are amazing - and they have a wide array of Bloody Mary's, which you can find at most St Regis bars. Everyone who works there is a class act too. It might also have some of the best people watching that New York offers. read more

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I wanted to like this place. I love hotel bars. And I love the St. Regis, but it just wasn't, as the youths like to say, giving, We arrived around 7:30 PM. The entrance to the bar is slightly past the hotel entrance on Fifth Avenue. You enter, go up some stairs circle around what appears like a dining room, and on the other side is the entrance to the bar. There was a bit of a wait, but not more than 10 minutes. We chose the seats by the door because everywhere else was full. My friend's chair kept getting buffeted by the door, but there wasn't much we could do about it. There was jazz playing but the bar is so incredibly loud, you can barely hear it. The clientele is unfortunately the midtown crowd, which was a huge drag, which makes sense given the location and price point, but utterly ruins the ambience of this bar. I order a glass of sparkling wine, which we got promptly and then our waiter disappeared for about an hour during which we were unable to flag anyone down. When we ordered another round, the food and drinks came promptly, but it was becoming a chore to find someone to order with. Next time I'd suggest sitting at the bar to avoid this issue. We stayed til closing. The clientele did not improve, but the crowd did thin out. I ordered the samosas, which were standard and delicious. read more

One of the classic NYC cocktail bars has reopened. It's not very large and causes people to wait on line until a spot opens up - a bit of a cattle call but worth it. Our old fashioned were strong and tasty. The bartender friendly. The decor and ambiance were what we needed that day. The dark interiors, mood lighting, the murals. Pricy drinks in classy atmosphere. read more

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This is, very likely, my last review ever. And how appropriate it's what is essentially my favorite place in New York, and my spirit animal bar. I'm typically trying to be helpful with my reviews, so the upshot is that I think you know what this bar is, and why it's so special. If you want to sit at the bar, try to be there by 4.30p, at least. By 5p it may be full. Come looking like someone sophisticated. They're a business casual "at very least" dress code, but there were locals and tourists in non-collared shirts, or people a bit disheveled from walking around the city, etc. Just carry yourself with a bit of class for a bar this special. Is it special because Salvador Dali loved it and made it his home (as well as a room at the St. Regis), and met Alejandro Jodorowsky in discussion of his failed "Dune" picture there? Or that Marilyn Monroe, or John Lennon frequented it? No. Well, yes. But... Is it the barkeeps, dignified, storied, classic, hilarious, friendly, and charming? YES.. but, also... It's about Maxfield Parrish, his Old King Cole mural... which is beautiful, glorious, restored, one of the most important works of art NOT in the Met, and rumored to be worth $100 Million in 2023 after the beautiful restoration... and the fact that it is, wholly, about a fart. It's the only mural in the world dedicated to a person passing gas, and it's a marvel to look at. I had to remain calm, with my martini and joy. It's a classic spot to meet classic friends for classic times and to acquaint with new classic people. We had wonderful chats with the barkeeps, with the customers, and the palpable sense of joy, belonging, calm, and community. It is something to savor, in a place that has lost the 21 Club, and other historic gems. If I were a NYer, this place would be my home, followed by Minetta's and Comedy Cellar. Make this your haunt. It's a world famous gem, and there's nothing more regal and absurdly delightful in the city, at least to me. Now... why am I retiring from reviewing? I am freeing my humanity and time... no more reviewing, no more answering surveys, rating phone calls, telling people how my experience was, telling people why I unsubbed, giving "a few seconds of my time" or rating whether something was helpful. We've been co-opted into being data points, and doing anything can be harmful.... doing nothing can free you and others. Because of this article, this is one of my last reviews ever. Online Ratings Are Broken: Companies aren't asking for your feedback. They're begging you for data. https://web.archive.org/web/20230826112044/https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2023/08/online-feedback-surveys-overload/675150/ read more

Such a classy atmosphere and the people are friendly at the same time! The woman at the door checked to see if there was room for my friend and I and luckily we were able to get in. The waiters are knowledgeable and so friendly. They also give you a little bowl of assorted nuts/crackers to munch on which were so tasty. I couldn't have just one haha. We ended up conversing with the gentleman that was sitting right next to us, everyone was super friendly and the patrons were no exception. We were a tad underdressed though so will definitely dress for the occasion next time! Cocktail dresses are recommended, or at least that's what I got out of the experience. read more

The original rhyme: "Good King Cole, And he call'd for his Bowle, And he call'd for Fidler's three; And there was Fiddle, Fiddle, And twice Fiddle, Fiddle, For 'twas my Lady's Birth-day, Therefore we keep Holy-day And come to be merry." And it IS my birthday here again (3/13) and IS a holy day--sabbath! Always a good time here at this classic bar. Great people watching, cool clientele, great conversation, wonderful location. We used our $50 per day voucher from our annual St Regis stay for a yummy nightcap. Grey goose cosmo, anyone? Yas kween! read more

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I am shocked to see that I last reviewed King Cole Bar in 2008! I was a lot younger, not to mention poorer, but having a taste for the finer things in life has always been in my DNA. The bar snacks may no longer contain macadamias (sad) and the crowd is much more robust (I cannot remember it ever being difficult to get seating here all those years ago but on my two recent visits, the place was packed), but it is a solid choice for a bougie hotel cocktail experience. Especially during the holiday season when it's all festive up in here (possibly the reason it's very crowded, too). They have an entire Bloody Mary menu, being that the St. Regis is allegedly where the Bloody Mary (née Red Snapper) was created. I went for the Italian version which is tasty but I'm not sure if I appreciated all the olive oil, which meant for a far too unctuous drinking experience. It's a 25 dollar Bloody Mary and while tasty, I've had better at divey bars in New Orleans. True story. That said, I absolutely love the experience of being in this bar, so it's worth it. Yes, you do sometimes pay for the experience and that is more than OK. read more

Awww! This restaurant left a huge impression in my heart! How sweet! My server is such a good man! I only ordered shrimp cocktail ( probably the most expensive shrimp cocktail I ever had $40 for 5pcs. ) and a glass of martini. Upon waiting, they served me three different kinds of bread ( it's so delicious). As soon as I took a sip of my martini, I didn't liked it. It tasted too salty than my liking so I asked him if he can fixed it! He quickly took care of it and brought me a new glass of martini. I was just sipping my martini and enjoying my shrimp cocktail when my stomach starts mumbling.... So, I asked for my bill not long after. But instead of giving me my bill, he brought me a new glass of martini which is $25 per glass and said it's on the house! Oh boy! My plan of just getting a little buzz ended up of myself getting a little more than just a buzz! Haha Luckily, I still manage to check out and went to the airport with all my luggages and not forgetting or leaving anything behind! But, his such a sweetheart. Caviar is $225 ---- oh pricey but soooo good! Can't never go wrong with caviar! ;) read more

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Room lives up to its reputation, this spot is a throwback to Manhattan at its heady best. Bartenders execute all of the classics with precision. read more

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In the city for the tree lighting and decided to dine here. We walked by and loved how nice it looked. We didn't have any reservations but they accommodated us anyway. We sat close to the bar area which was lively and decorated nice. We ordered a burgers, chicken strips and lobster rolls. Everything came out on time it was very delicious our waiter was very helpful and attentive. I would definitely come back here and possibly stay at the Saint Regis or experience the bar area which looks like it's very popular during the evening time. read more

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Loved everything about this bar - the ambiance, the service, the drinks and the food. Yes, you'd pay premium but worth it. I will definitely be back. read more

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The vibe is everything at this bar. Classy chic and just good old New York. If you want a bar seat or a table at the bar, get there early. It's worth getting there when they open just to sit inside. If you don't, you likely will have to wait in a line. Service is typically very on point and they are very attentive. While it's pricey, it is worth the bill for the experience read more

I heard so much about the bloody mary's here that I decided to try some but they were a huge disappointment. Each one was $27 which is a ridiculous price to pay for them. The drinks had almost no flavor to them, but at that price I wasn't going to waste any of it. There was also none of the usual garnishes that bloody mary's come with which is half of the fun of them. It also took us over 30 minutes to get out check while trying to get a workers attention, there were almost never any workers around and when you saw one walking by they wouldn't even glance anywhere around them. I honestly wouldn't be surprised if tons of people dine and ditch here because it would have been so easy to do it. read more

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We are staying at the St Regis and made sure we made a stop at this legendary bar. Well worth the price of cocktails - great atmosphere and service. read more

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Amazing bar experience. If you want to upscale your date night this is the place and it's open at 4pm not reservation but you will have to be there early because there's always a line and it's busy and gorgeous read more

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I have been here many times and get the same waiter, george. He is wonderful. . Howevrer, Tonight we got a rude and nasty hostess , Marisol. She would mot accommodate us with a table that was available inside the bar. I saw George and he was kind enough to make seating available for us. The hostess intervened and gave us a hard time , she did not like that he did this and made a big deal, she was rude and nasty. We were a party of 5. We left. I'll never go there again and Neither will my family and friends. read more

Beautiful atmosphere but $35 for a gin and tonic (really) and inattentive server. Not worth it sadly. Was a destination for us but not again. read more

This is a fantastic bar. The atmosphere is inviting, though some may find it "stuffy". The important stuff happens behind the bar. Cocktails are strong, as aptly made by seasoned bar tenders. Mike, one of the great ones, is especially good and extremely friendly. I can't speak to the food as I've only come for drinks, but have always left very satisified. read more

Are the drinks pricey? Is the place full of class and classy patrons? Is the service impeccable? Are the seats comfortable? Can you find a cheaper cocktail bar? YES. Worth it? YES We had some time before a reservation nearby, and decided to catch a cocktail before dinner. After we sat down I realized I had mistakenly thought we had 45 minutes, but in fact had 15 minutes before our dinner. Ooops. I asked the waiter to close us out, and get us the check, and they happily obliged without issue. The manager noticed and stopped by to ask why we were leaving so quickly. He was concerned that we hadn't received the level of service that one expects from that type of establishment. I reassured him it was only lack of time causing us to close out so quickly. Will I go back in in NYC? Maybe. With so many other places to enjoy it's not likely. If you haven't been before, head on over to see a beautiful piece of art and great service. read more

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