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4.3 (98 reviews)
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Cindy W.

The cocktail menu sounded better than how the cocktail tasted. The atmosphere was very energetic with the decor that reminded me of an izakaya in Japan. Although we didn't have a reservation, the host was happy to find a table for the four of us. However, the server was not the friendliest. When we asked to return a drink because it didn't taste good, she made us feel like we were being unreasonable. Now onto the drink, for someone that frequents cocktail bars and speakeasies, I wasn't able to visualize what the cocktail would be based on the listed ingredients. And none of the drinks came out as expected and definitely not a bar that I would return to again.

J S.

Great bar located in Chelsea market. Drinks are really good. Didn't get to try any of the food but the vibes were great. They had a really friendly staff, great bartenders & an even better sound system.

Constance L.

Cute bar with a lot of character and yummy cocktails! I got their take on an espresso martini ("cafe cafe"), which I found much smoother and easier to drink than a standard martini. Prices are a bit steep (all cocktails I saw were $20+), but mine was delicious and I'd definitely come back to try more of their concoctions. Docking a star bc their seating in the center of the bar was comically uncomfortable. My entire group made comments about the thin wooden railing they used as a bench LOL. Maybe designed to get customers out as fast as possible? Our feet also couldn't reach the ground and there were no bag/coat hooks, so we were all playing footsie getting a foothold on the metal bar beneath the table and balancing our belongings in our laps.

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Will N.

Cocktails done right! Morning Glory tasted purely like dessert that all sweet-tooth lovers like me must get. Very creamy and delightful. The Unruly Pear V3 was not so much my taste but I can appreciate its craft and unique mix. Mainly giving 5 stars for the ambiance and interior. This place feels just as cool as you see it online. Had a very intimate feel but everyone definitely was dinf their own thing. Sound system was really great as well.

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Holly C.

Came here on a Wednesday night around 8pm after attending an event nearby. It's a cute little quirky Japanese bar and it was surprisingly busy for a Wednesday night. My friend and I were offered to sit at one of their high top table or the bar. The seating at those high top tables did not look comfortable so we opted for the bar as they have bar stools that we can sit on. We ordered their gyudon, tots and maitake skewers. The gyudon was decent. The beef had a good balance of sweet, salty and umami flavor. The beef was tender and the egg yolk added a touch of creaminess when mixed together. The tots were perfectly fried, crunchy and nicely seasoned. The maitake skewers however, came a little cold and undercooked. The sauce was also a little salty and overpowering. Overall, it is a good options for an after dinner drink and snack in the area. The only thing is the restaurant has a DJ and music was very loud. It's very hard to chat and I found myself constantly yelling over the music so it's not a place you can relax.

Arvid Y.

***4.5 Stars*** Cool Japanese bar in Chelsea market. My wife and I finished an omakase dinner at Noz 17 and I wanted to check out another spot for a drink / snack before calling it a night. Pretty low key and informal. Not fancy whatsoever. Focused drink and food menu. Forgot what drinks I ordered, but they were good. For food we shared the Karaage and Addictive Cabbage. Food was good! I would return!

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Michelle L.

We walked in on a Tuesday night for happy hour. I tried the Saturday Spritz, Last Dance, kushiyaki, tots, and karaage. Sadly they didn't have the mentaiko mac, which sounded interesting. The cocktails were good and had nice garnishes. The karaage and tots were tasty and crunchy. Out of all the kushiyaki, the chicken and corn were my favorites. There's one bathroom but the large public restroom is also available. There were little bag hooks.

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Maxwell L.

Food/drinks: We ordered 2 of their Asian-inspired cocktails, the Unruly Pear, a fruity and smoky concoction, and the Viewer Discretion Advised, a fun light affair. Both were solid drinks and go down smoothly. We also ordered some small bites, the karage and the mentaiko mac. Both the food offerings were delicious! The karage was freshly fried, tender, and juicy. Relatively traditional but executed well. The star of the night was the mentaiko mac. The pasta dish was so savory, cheesy, and creamy. I would definitely come back solely for the mac n cheese. Service: The bartender was chill and social, great person to chit chat with. Ambiance: Vibes were king. Just as the name suggests, the bar was tucked away between restaurants at Chelsea market. I love the speakeasy hidden vibes and reminded me of venturing through the cramped Tokyo alleys finding hidden gems here and there. The ambiance was intimate and cozy in a nostalgic but foreign way. The low glow of the red lights really helped to set the scene. What an awesome little secret.

Nina V.

Wow what a vibe! I stumbled into NYC on a Saturday and had no plans for dinner/night vibes. My group of 5 wandered into NBetween at Chelsea market around 8pm and luckily snagged a spot. Inside has great music and ambiance is a bit dark but still nice. Menu has many delicious sounding drinks. I got the seasonal mango chili salad and wow was it hot! It paired well with the savory food we ordered. We ordered the addictive cabbage (table's fave), eggplant (pass), tater tots (recommend) and the mentai Mac and cheese. I personally liked it for the crumbly and charred bits. The waiters were all super nice, and even the bouncer as well! I could tell they run a great establishment.

Peter P.

Checked out The N Between in NYC and honestly, the vibe here is on point. The lighting is super aesthetic, and one of the coolest parts is they play and mix actual records--it gives the place a unique, chill energy that's perfect for winding down with a couple drinks. We stopped by during happy hour and were told there'd be a wait--ended up being about 40 minutes, which wasn't too bad. Once seated, we ordered the Unruly Pear, which was light, crisp, and had a nice subtle pear flavor--kind of like a highball but elevated. I also tried the Café Café, which is like a Japanese espresso martini--super smooth, with the Haku vodka and Japanese coffee giving it a rich, bold flavor. Food-wise, we shared the flatiron steak (tender and flavorful), the zucchini (surprisingly one of the best table dishes), and the mentaiko mac (just okay--not bad, just not super standout). The only downside is that the lighting made it tough to get good food pics, but it really adds to the whole moody, relaxed vibe. If you can, try to grab seats at the bar--it's fun to watch the bartenders make drinks, and you get the full experience of their attention to detail.

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Andrea T.

This visit is from July of this year. NBetween is a cozy, eclectic, steampunk-esque bar next to/behind the Peruvian/Japanese hand roll restaurant within Chelsea Market. We came here at the end of the night because most of Chelsea Market restaurants were closed, and I'm so glad we did. The food was delicious, the drinks were great, and the vibe was calm but fun. Ambiance: It gave Blade Runner vibes, with low lighting/neon lights, old Japanese electronics, and retro knickknacks artfully displayed along the walls. The dinnerware is vintage (I believe) china from the early 1900s! Some of the plates are Noritake china, which ties into the Japanese theme. Food: We ordered the Addictive Cabbage, Salmon-don, Chicken Thigh Skewers, and Steak Skewers. The chicken and steak were tender, perfectly cooked, and well balanced despite their minimal seasoning. The Addictive Cabbage was exactly that - a mound of cabbage tossed in an incredibly addictive, deeply umami seasoning. We couldn't stop shoveling it into our mouths. I've never tasted anything like it before. Drinks: We had a Sapporo and the Quiet Love. Quiet Love is one of their non-alcoholic offerings. I tend to prefer creative drinks that aren't overly sweet, and this one was perfect. It tasted like what I imagine a sencha fruit would taste like, with a floral sakura aftertaste. Service: We had a bit of trouble flagging down our waitress, but that feels pretty typical for a bar. Bar food is usually sub-par for me, but I think about this meal often. I plan on returning soon.

Lydia Y.

Tucked inside Chelsea Market, N'Between is all about the vibes. Dark, cool, with shifting neon lights, def a spot you come for the scene just as much as the drinks. And for the records, though with the noise level, you're not really hearing much That said, I go to bars for the bar food, and this place delivers. The addictive cabbage lives up to its name, light, packed with umami, and dangerously easy to eat Also got the mentaiko mac, which was rich and creamy but could've used more mentaiko flavor. Skewers were solid, though nothing mind-blowing. Drinks were yummy and not spirit-forward Only complain were the seats. They're so thin you're basically just... standing. mentaiko mac $19 chicken meatball skewer $7 chicken thigh skewer $7 addictive cabbage $8* viewer discretion advised $20* morning glory $21 첼시 마켓 안에 숨겨진 바! 여긴 분위기가 다 한다. 네온사인과 힙한 무드가 약간 을지로 바이브?? 레코드 바이긴 한데 솔직히 주변 소음 때문에 제대로 들리진 않음. 우린 바에 가면 바 푸드가 제일 중요한데 그 부분은 확실히 만족스러웠다 ‍ 양배추 디쉬가 이름값 제대로 함. 가볍지만 감칠맛이 꽉 차 있어서 계속 손이 간다. 명 맥앤 치즈는 꾸덕하고 크리미했지만 명란 맛이 부족했고, 꼬치는 무난하게 괜찮았음. 칵테일도 굳! 아쉽던건 의자가 너무 불편해서 오래 있늘곳은 못됨.

Brianna W.

Loved loved loved this place. The vibes were amazing and the staff was so nice, friendly, and helpful. We got the Peach Episode and Time After Time drinks, plus the gyudon and calamari. Everything was delicious, and the drinks were especially good. Cute atmosphere and a perfect spot for a night out.

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