I've been to Harry's the restaurant before, so when some coworkers decided on Harry's Side Bar, I…read morethought, hey why not. Well, I'll tell you why not. First of all, happy hour is from 4-5pm and then again from 10-11pm. Just say you don't want to do a happy hour and be done with it. What are these hours?? Second, the cocktails here are pricey. I know, we're in FiDi. But still. Some of them were near $24 for a drink. I'm used to spending on nice cocktails, but they weren't even good cocktails. The Jalisco Storm tasted straight up medicinal and I didn't even want to finish it. Service was basically also non-existent after our drinks were dropped off. We really wanted to order some snacks but couldn't find a single person until it was time for 2nd round of drinks, then someone came around. The polenta fries were not that good. I will say that the baked pimento cheese dip was really good. The onion dip was just fine, as was the spinach and artichoke dip. I would not recommend Harry's Side Bar as a good drink spot in the area. I can give you the names of half a dozen better bars in the area with better drinks and better service.

Harry's Sidebar was a vibe. It is right in the heart of Stone Street, a little cobbled area, and…read morethey had a great array of appetizers and wines. The oysters were fresh and the meatballs ware very good. Service was decent. Loved the location and it door area.

I'm a pretty regular here, or at least I was for a solid stretch. Came through for everything: big…read moreevents, small hangouts, plain old catching up with friends over beers. The location does a lot of the work, sitting right below NYU on Thompson Street in the middle of insane foot traffic, which makes it an easy, obvious pick whenever a group needs somewhere to land. That location is exactly why my crew kept coming back specifically. The Malt House runs private event and group packages built around per-person minimums, and with a captive NYU crowd a few blocks away, hitting those minimums was never really in question for us. We knew people would show up, the staff knew we'd bring a crowd, and over time that turned into a real relationship. The entire team got to know us, and we started getting genuinely good discounts and promos out of it, the kind of thing that only happens once a bar actually recognizes your face. Even after whatever arrangement or connection originally brought us there ended, I kept coming back on my own, mostly for old times' sake at that point. The place backs up the relationship with a legitimately deep beer list, dozens of rotating drafts plus a long bottle and can selection, along with whiskey flights if you want to go a different direction. The food menu holds its own too, built around solid American tavern fare, wings, sliders, a well-regarded burger, plus a weekend bottomless brunch that draws its own crowd separate from the nightlife scene. I usually posted up outside when the weather allowed it and moved inside when it didn't, and either way the vibe stayed consistent: exposed brick, long wood bar, the kind of worn-in comfort that doesn't try too hard. If you're just looking to hang out with friends without a big production, it's a genuinely decent spot with good food, good drinks, and pricing that's fair for the neighborhood. Opened back in 2012 and still going strong more than a decade later, which says something in a city this unforgiving to bars. Not the flashiest spot in the Village, but it's earned its spot as a reliable go-to, and clearly not just for me.

Pros: Roomy space…read more Friendly staff Daily drink specials Large menu variety Pros: Lackluster food

Drink: Hot Toddy and coffee; Lagavulin 16 Food: Octopus…read more 4 rating: Would recommend as a solid choice for drinks when in the area. The octopus was very chewy, and the flavor was pretty single note: char. The hot toddy could have used a stronger whiskey. I wasn't asked what type of whiskey I preferred, so I'm assuming it's the house blend. I did order the Lagavulin 16 neat. They also had a very good selection of other Islay Scotches. The bar has a very stylish decor. Lots of low earthy lighting. The staff wear ties. Leather seats for the barstools, with embroidery on the backrests. Very stylish. They had a pretty good mix of 60s to 80s music mix DJ'd. Then the piano player showed. Even more classy. The service is friendly, but a bit absent minded. They had to warm up my octopus, which might have been the reason for the "chew". Octopus is unforgiving with temperatures and timing. I asked for a menu to order dessert, but the waiter never checked back to see if I wanted anything. On the upside that saved me a bit of coin on carrot cake. I did come back up for a chat with my date after the show at Django (5 stars: separate review). I ordered a coffee which actually came pretty promptly, and again with a smile.

I came here for Jazz brunch and it was such a wonderful scene. The restaurant is located in a hotel…read morelobby so there is a lot of open space. We were seated in comfy chairs facing the Jazz players. Beyond that, everything else was okay. Our server was very prompt at first but then disappeared for a long time. I ordered hot sauce on the side and toast with my meal and I had to flag someone else, who pointed out she wasn't my waiter but my friend and I couldn't even find our waiter. The food was good, but mainly due to the service, I don't think I would go back.

I went for Sunday Jazz Brunch just to see this stunning room and courtyard of the hotel…read more Breathtaking. Definitely make a point of trying to stop in for brunch or a drink sometime, well worth it. Treat yourself.

We came here after hearing so many great things, and from the moment we walked through the doors, I…read moreunderstood the appeal. Jazz music playing at just the right volume. The ambiance? A solid 100! Classy, smooth, intimate, and relaxing. It almost feels like you've stepped into a scene from a 1950s movie. Whoever designed this space understood the assignment! We had reservations, arrived on time, and were seated in a fantastic, comfortable spot. Our server greeted us promptly. Actually, a little TOO promptly! We'd barely been seated for a minute before being asked what we wanted. My wife was still figuring things out, but I immediately went for the espresso martini. Espresso Martini: Outstanding! Absolutely loved it. Onion Dip: So freaking good! One of the highlights of our meal. Brioche French Toast: Delicious! But honestly, overpriced for the portion size. Side of Bacon ($9): Here's where things started going downhill. The bacon wasn't hot, wasn't crispy, and tasted rubbery and old. It honestly seemed like it had been sitting around for quite some time. For $9, I expect fresh, hot, crispy bacon. This was far from it. Then came the disappearing act. Does anyone else notice how sometimes, once your server delivers the food, they practically vanish? We started looking for ours, and he was nowhere to be found. Now, let's talk about my biggest disappointment: The $37 Burger. Let me explain something. I'm a burger connoisseur. Burgers are MY THING! I ordered mine medium. What arrived was somewhere between medium-well and well-done. Completely overcooked. And the flavor? Almost nonexistent. It tasted like someone took eight ounces of ground beef, rolled it into a ball, cooked it, and called it a day. Barely any seasoning, barely any character. I even wondered whether they were using an especially lean cut of beef because it lacked that richness you expect from a great burger. Eventually, after tracking down another employee to find our server, he returned and took both the burger and the bacon back. To their credit, the replacement burger came out about five minutes later and was cooked correctly this time. A proper medium. But here's the problem: Even cooked correctly, the flavor still didn't deliver. The first burger was a 1/10. The replacement brought it up to maybe a 5/10. Better? Absolutely. Worth $37? Not even close. Now, those little rosemary potatoes served alongside it? PHENOMENAL! Seriously delicious. But let's be clear, I'm not paying $37 for potatoes! I ate the burger because I was hungry, but if you're someone who genuinely loves a great burger, I'd recommend ordering something else. Back to the service. Our server never brought out the replacement bacon. He forgot. He also never brought me a fresh set of utensils. Forgot those, too. I wouldn't call the service terrible, but it was average at best, especially for an establishment charging these prices. A manager or host did come over and apologize for the burger situation, which I appreciated. However, considering the overcooked burger, poor-quality bacon, missing replacement, and inconsistent attention, I do think some gesture of goodwill, such as removing an item from the bill, would have been appropriate. Here's the strange part. Despite everything I've just written, I would actually come back! Why? Because the ambiance is THAT good. My wife and I genuinely enjoyed our time together. The atmosphere, music, and overall setting made for a memorable experience, and not everything we ordered was disappointing. But a beautiful restaurant with premium prices needs to deliver more than beautiful surroundings. If you're charging $37 for a burger and $9 for a side of bacon, the quality, flavor, preparation, and service should reflect those prices. Unfortunately, they didn't. I'll give this place another chance and explore other menu options, but this first visit left me feeling that the atmosphere was far more impressive than the food. 3 out of 5 stars. The ambiance earns its praise. The food and service have some catching up to do.

Great sports bar Huge Knick fan contingent for the playoffs…read morePrices on par with Manhattan Service was very good at the bar Plenty of TVs Decorated nicely

Lamest spring rolls ever. Adequate beer selection. Lousy lame corporate music. So-So staff not…read morevery attentive. It's a weird space.

Our return visit…read more Service was okay, even friendly, until things started going wrong -- at which point I felt like the vibe was off. Burger ($25) and 'Krabby' burger ($26) were tasty, but the food took forever to come out. The burger at 33 Hotel across the street is the same price -- use that information however you want. We weren't offered any bar snacks or something to tide us over until the food got there. Food got there, eventually, and the fries were cold. Inedible. I was a little surprised -- seemed like an amateur mistake. Both of our plates had cold fries. It's really irritating when your food is not the right temperature -- both for food safety reasons but also just general enjoyment. They don't have iced tea! I've never been to a restaurant in this country that didn't serve iced tea. The soda water ($5) was not chilled -- Canada Dry straight out of the can. Draft beer ($12) was nice and cold. Not offered dessert menu or told about them -- as I said, the energy took a downward turn when we let them know the fries were ice cold. Kind of weird and baffling. Definitely an off night for them.

Non pretentious but warm cocktail bar in the Southport. Friendly bar tender who made some good…read morerecommendations and made me a solid bourbon cocktail with a wine float called The Rachel. And their weekday Happy hour deals of $10 cocktails can't be beat. Go now!!'

After dinner at Maison Passerelle, we stopped by Red Room for a glass of champagne and were…read moreimmediately drawn in by the ambiance. The space feels incredibly curated, with warm golden lighting, rich wood tones, and beautifully displayed glassware and decorative pieces. This bar has a sophisticated personality while still feeling intimate and inviting. It has that perfect "after dinner champagne" energy. Elegant, relaxed, and effortlessly chic without trying too hard. A great spot if you appreciate aesthetics just as much as the drinks.

After getting facials at Silver Mirror Facial Bar, my friend and I decided to have dinner. We made…read morereservations at Red Room Bar. We arrived and waited to be seated. (In this time, we used the restroom - which was not as clean as it should have been) The restaurant was dimly lit, for ambiance I guess. The seating was peculiar. Didn't seem to be enough space between tables. My friend uses a cane, we needed to be able to rest the cane where she could grab it should she need it, but not be in the way of other diners. The waitress gave us our menu and allowed us to peruse the menu. There wasn't much food to consider, mostly drinks. We ordered: Lost Time -- Michter's Bourbon, Calvados, Cinnamon, Pecan, Maple, Angostura Pink Juice -- Watermelon, Strawberry, Coconut Water The Situationship -- Passionfruit, Coconut Water, Muri Passing Clouds Roasted Squash and Sweet Potato -- Grilled Grape, Cashew Hummus, Hazelnut Pomme Frites -- House Cut Fries, Remoulade, Creole Ketchup Crispy Chicken Sandwich -- Pikliz Slaw, Remoulade, House Brioche Roll Red Room Bar Waygu Smash Burger -- House Brioche Roll, Cheddar, Special Sauce Salted Caramel Ice Cream Bar -- Chocolate Dipped The drinks: Lost Time was good and strong. Pink Juice was nonalcoholic and was not tasty in my opinion. I wouldn't order it again. My friend said her drink The Situationship was delicious. If we ever return, I'll have to try it. The food was ok. I thoroughly enjoyed the Roasted Squash and Sweet Potato as well as the Crispy Chicken Sandwich. The Burger was a different story simply because of the sauce, it was super spicy. We told the waitress my mouth was burning from the spice and it took forever for me to receive a simple glass of ice water. PLEASE DON'T BOTHER with the Salted Caramel Ice Cream Bar!! $12 for a Magnum Ice Cream Bar! You can go to the local supermarket and get at least 10 for that price. I had a good time with my friend, but we're not sure if we'd return. Maybe to get our food to go?!?

Chill neighborhood spot with a laid back and relaxed vibe. I haven't tried the food but I saw a few…read morepeople eating and they looked satisfied. Very reasonably priced drinks, beers, wine. Easy place to hang out and catch up at. Gentleman at the bar was kind enough to switch seats so I can sit next to my friend. Bartender was friendly and attentive, I appreciate the good service.

Such a tasty burger and fries!! The workers were super nice and it was pretty chill for a Friday…read morenight. Fries were perfection.