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    Maiden Lane

    4.0 (102 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Bars
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago
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    MAIDEN LANE ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Sardines & Octopus
    Jeny K.

    Stumbled upon this cute bar while waiting for a friend in the area. They have a large selection of tinned/canned seafood. The bartender was very helpful and guided us in the right direction of picking the best tinned meal! I got the spicy octopus and sardines

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    Josiah C.

    Why is the sun always shining and the weather always perfect when I end up at Maiden Lane? Could be a coincidence. Could be witchcraft. The tinned fish and salty drinks create the perfect city-coastal escape. The tanned California transplants working out inside Tompkins will also make you feel as though you're at a beach. Just beware the occasional villager passing by who makes eye contact with you as you drool over your martini and fish.

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    Ruwan J.

    neighborhood bar on avenue b serving up food (like highly underrated tinned seafood!), booze, and a relaxed vibe. good amount of seating both inside and outside. friendly service. cheap beer options like $5 Narragansett's cans. day drinkers rejoice! CHEERS

    Yuliia K.

    Hands down the best Bloody Mary's I've had in NYC!! And you can order one any day any time which is rare . Delicious food , best pickles , friendly atmosphere! One of the best neighborhood bars !!

    Ryna D.

    Wish I discovered this spot sooner.. Had a solo lunch here on a weekday some time back. I ordered the open sandwich with white fish salad and smoked salmon. It was delicious and I loved the addition of fried capers and pickled onions. I also ordered a spritz and particularly enjoyed their version using Contratto. I must go back and check out their offerings from the tinned selection as I find the whole concept fascinating.

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    Liz S.

    Maiden Lane is a bar specializing in tinned seafood in Alphabet City. I'm no fan of the can, but my boyfriend is, so we stopped in for a nightcap and a bite after dinner on a Friday night in May. We sat outside for a little bit, but they close outdoor seating at 11 pm (good neighbors), so we were mostly inside. The illustrations of cans on the wall are cool, and the music is good. It gets quite loud and busy during late night, and it was just a bit cramped for me. They offer classic cocktails like negronis and dark and strormies at below market price for this neighborhood ($10-12). The focus is more on wine and beer here. Surprisingly, there weren't many ciders or fortified options, which I associate with tinned seafood, but I was able to get Maeloc, a Spanish-style cider ($7). We had the tuna belly ($30 according to the website, don't think we paid that though). It's served with crusty bread, parsley, butter, and salt. You can make some nice bites with this. Although the tuna belly is rich and flavorful, I think there was just no getting around that kind of preserved fishy taste for me, and I'm not a convert to the can. I think it's just a little raucous during weekend late night to snack here, as we were wedged into a corner and people were pretty rowdy. I would use this place for a brunch or late afternoon hang outside for food, or just a drink at night.

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    BOMB BLOODY MARY!!!! Will update once I try more, but had to share this VERY important knowledge with the world!

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    Truly, on Jesus Christ's name the worst drink I've ever had. Terrible place, terrible vibes, terrible service.

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    Worst staff ever. So rude. Calling my friends derogatory words. Can't believe the staff here, absolutely horrible. Never come here.

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