Popped in for a quick Tuesday happy hour. Cute little happy hour menu. Spacious and decent sized bar. Outside seating also available. Big windows too from the front, nice for a good look out. Bartender was timely and checked in. Gets really busy by around 5:30pm. read more

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SO GOOD! The dip for the fries were amazing, they were perfectly constructed and salted. The empanadas were in the top 5 I've ever had. Perfect crust. I'd love to come back and sit outside again. Very fast and nice service. read more

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I ordered for pickup. I will say that when I arrived the bartenders were very nice and accommodating. One went out of her way to hunt down some utensils for me, which I was pretty surprised they didnt have. But that definitely gets a couple stars. Ambiance seemed pretty nice but I didn't eat there. The food however...omg that was bad. I cannot figure out how this place has so many amazing reviews. We ordered the arugula and quinoa salad, which was completely bland and lifeless. I also got the wagyu burger with gruyere and fries. I have had chuck burgers that were better than this. I'm not expecting A5 or anything but this was just inedible. It was chewy and I ate less than half of it before giving it up as a bad job. The fries tasted old, like they were stale, but we ate all of them just because we were starving. I am extremely disappointed. I paid $66 bucks for this meal and a cocktail. I would have paid $20 and that's just because the cocktail was pretty good. So again, kudos to the bartenders. Definitely do not recommend for anything other than drinks. read more

If you need a good first date spot..... COME HERE. legit had one of the best first dates here. Like I'm in love. Ambiance is 10/10. Kara was a great server. It's dark and honestly so romantic. And perfect seating. I might literally come here for every first date. If I have another read more

Ordered some street type tacos and found them to be very good. They had lots of beer options. It was a little dark and hard to see but most people enjoy a dark bar. read more

CHECK YOUR BILL!!! This place has a rich history of charging you for things you didn't order. BEWARE!!

Your classic neighborhood bar elevated by excellent service and attentiveness that add to an enjoyable vibe, underlined by an extensive tap selection that makes this spot a go-to for any hangout, but will note that the flavor of happy hour food options are quite average. read more

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Me and some friends randomly chose this place to meet up and we were not expecting such a cool, candlelit vibe. The charcuterie platter and specialty cocktails were perfect for catching up and the bartender was very friendly. Absolutely recommend this bar! read more

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We sat at a table at the back and my friend and I ordered hummus with pita chips, fish tacos, and French onion soup. The food was good. The bar was extremely dark, and we could not read the bill. The music was blaring above my head. Please lower the volume of music and turn on the lights. Ted's is not a brothel. read more

great service. i tried the sunburnt rita which wasn't my favorite but i will definitely go back to try something different. limited outdoor seating but very cute dark vibe inside read more

Excellent food and service were in contract to the loud music that drowned out conversation. A table of young women nearby said they also had difficulty chatting. Guests are there for food and conversation, not a concert. Turn it down! read more

I like Ted's Corner Tavern. Well, -ish. We went there on before catching a movie. Granted, the draw of going was their happy hour oyster special. But, it looked like an awesome place and had all the fixings to make it on to the short list of our go-to's for movie date night. Unfortunately, it didn't quite hit the mark. I was a bit put off that their website touts their oysters, almost making them sound like they are a connoisseur of what is undoubtedly my obsession. So, I was very excited. They claim to "locally sourced the waters of British Columbia, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Virginia ... hand selected and intensely groomed, providing optimal body, pillow-like softness and clean flavor." So, one would expect as least two choices. No, just the one. And, when I inquired about the oysters, I was pretty much told it's usually the same, which would be fine, had they not had a separate page on their site devoted to oysters, and made it sound like they'd have a wide selection on the lines of Crave or Cull & Pistol. I was very annoyed by that. We still would have come if they had been more honest. I wouldn't have had such a high expectation. That said, the oysters they had were very good, mostly because of the chef's unique way of serving them with a slice jalapenos on top and both lime and blood orange segments on the side. They were delicious; dare I say, yummy. That little extra jalapeno oomph was a pleasant surprise, and mellowed my annoyance a little. Well, until the rest of the meal arrived. But I'll get to that moment. Before we go down the reasons we were less than happy, let's first talk about the things that TCT really shined with .. We got there early, around 5 p.m., before the happy hour crowd. We were the only ones there when we arrived. (The place was packed when we were done and on our way out 45 minutes/an hour later.) So, we really got to have a good look at the decor. The place itself is absolutely adorable. Charming. Quaint. It's extremely welcoming. I absolutely love the irreverent humor that went into putting up photos of Teds of all kinds from Roosevelt to Knight to Bundy. That's my kind of off-kilter humor that shows a place not taking it all so seriously, and I mean that with the highest compliment. And the service was stellar. The bartender was our hostess with the mostess at the start. Then our waitress arrived and picked up. Both were delightful, attentive and very friendly. Flawless, in fact. The problem is that the appetizers we ordered beyond the oysters really fell flat, and that's being kind. We had the spicy cauliflower. They were neither spicy, nor cooked very well. And, I LOVE cauliflower. That's my other obsession, behind oysters. The truffle flatbread tasted like something you'd buy in the frozen section and make in the microwave. Actually, that's being a little bit kind. It was like the poor man's flatbread, from your college days, where you'd buy rolls for a $0.50 at the market and try to make it yourself for under $1 and pretend it's gourmet. We couldn't even eat it. And it's almost deceiving to call whatever was on top "mushrooms" "cheese" or "truffle oil." Really, I'd expect this at some tiny hole in the wall in Queens. That really crushed the meal. We just paid and left. I would go back for the oysters, but, I doubt my husband would. And, really, when I start to think back to the appetizers, there's nothing special enough about the oysters to make a return trip worth it ... even if it's just a few blocks from the movie theater. read more

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Great spot for a nice intimate mediterranean dinner and great choice of cocktails and wines . Highly recommend !

Had a great time at Ted's, although it was a short visit . Bartender was amazing , drinks flowed nicely, and we had the beef empanadas , very tasty. Would come back and recommend as a quick easy spot. read more

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Ted's is one of those classy-looking, but not over the top type of after work bars where you can easily chill with coworkers. The bar isn't huge, but it's a good size. The dim lighting was a nice touch, but don't let that fool you as it's probably not the best place to bring a date because of the loud music. Happy Hour was from 4-7pm, so we had plenty of time to drink away, but there were only a few drinks offered on the Happy Hour menu. In addition, a few food items were also offered on the HH menu. The regular drinks menu was long, as expected, and there were plenty of cocktails and beers (tap and bottle) to choose from. For food, we didn't get much beyond just bar food. We ordered the Baked Pretzel, Taverna Bratwurst, Crispy Zucchini Chips, Fries and a Charcuterie and Cheese Board. The Baked Pretzel and Taverna Bratwurst were what you'd expect, so nothing bad there. The chips were absolutely addictive, so beware. The fries were also really good, with some feta cheese sprinkled on top. The Charcuterie and Cheese Board was also solid, but not your typical bar food. The bar was pretty full when we came in during a Friday happy hour and stayed that way until we left at 7:30pm. The spot was great though and somewhere worth visiting if you're looking for a drink in the area. read more

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Stopped in to get a quick drink. I really like the vibe of this place and would return. The bartender was super friendly. I had the smoke and mirrors which was good. My neighbors had some food that looked good and they seemed like they have been there before which is a good sign. I'll stop in again if I am in the neighborhood. read more

Welcoming Greek spot with plenty of seating options and friendly atmosphere. They have a great happy hour with $5 wines and reduced price appetizers. I had their house red and it was great. The food was just ok, though. Halloumi cheese: although the flavor was fine, the cheese wasn't warm. Roasted rosemary lamb: the meat wasn't warm either; plus it was kind of lonely... would have tasted better if complemented by more flavors. Dips and warmed pita: tasty, but small portions. Zucchini chips: pretty good, although half chips were soggy. Overall, it's a nice place to hang out with a group of friends, with a killer house red wine. The food could have been prepared with better care, more ingredients in the pita sandwiches and in bigger portions. Happy hour was a good deal, but I'm not sure I'd order food again here. read more

We just moved here and popped in for Friday happy hour -- what an exceptional place. We are so thankful especially for the service provided by Jeff. Rebecca and David. I believe this is our new spot every Friday (and maybe once during the week. Five enthusiastic stars. Wish I could give more. read more

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Nice, low-lit ambiance and great service! While clearly aesthetic, the drinks are just OK though. You could certainly find a better espresso martini elsewhere. read more

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Stopped in 7pm on a Sat. It wasn't very crowded and I sat down at the bar. Waited about 7 mins and there were two bartenders fussing behind the bar. Neither of them even looked at me or acknowledged me. I got up and walked out and went down the street to the Flying Cock where I was treated like a valued customer. Nuff said. read more

Friendly neighborhood pub with classic and house cocktails as well as draft pours . The 2 bartenders were very friendly and attentive and generously poured wine carafes as well as our cocktail orders . We happily lingered at the bar and didn't have problems with noise levels as often is the case in other places. Drinks were spot on read more

Ted's is my go-to bar in Murray Hill. Great variety of beers and liquor as well as friendly bartenders. My favorite drink is the Rekorderlig cider which they have by the bottle. Also, it has a great ambiance. Perfect for a date or catching up with friends. Highly recommend. read more

Teds corner is a test for date night or group of friends. The ambiance is such a mood with the low lighting. We ordered dirty martinis and they were fantastic. The food was also good too. We got hummus and the chicken pita wraps with a side salad read more

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I really enjoyed the few hours spent here. There's a lot of Ted's hanging on the walls and the staff took the time to describe each and every Ted. Fun place. Mediterranean bites, lots of beers and perfectly prepared cocktails. I have to mention the staff...unbelievably professional and you can tell they like working there. See you soon Ted... read more

I was reading some of the reviews about Ted's but I have the opposite view. The oysters were unique because they had sliced jalapeños on them served with both lime and blood orange segments. We have never had them like that before. And they were delicious. Now the spicy cauliflower was not spicy at all. We also ordered the truffle flatbread. I could of really skipped both. The flatbread tasted like it came from a box. The mushrooms were eh. A tiny bit of truffle oil on top of the mushroom and cheese flatbread. Definitely not worth it. The service was excellent. The bartender was very nice. The only issue I have is that after we got our entree's no one came by to ask us how it was. Beside that they were very good. Final thought is that if you want good oysters pop in. If you want food you might want to try somewhere else. read more

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Cute bar for drinks and tapas. I went here after work with a coworker. We ordered a few glasses of wine each, fries, and the 4 dips with pita. Food is good overall. They serve a complimentary chickpea appetizer. Can never go wrong with fries! The pita with the dips could be better, it comes warm but quickly becomes room-temperatured pita and just isn't as The dips were more than enough for 2 people, definitely not enough pita for the amount that they give though. We asked for more pita, it was $2. For the amount of dip we had, it would be nice if the extra pita was free but that's ok. Service was pleasant, our waitress kept up with water refills and politely asked if we wanted more wine every time! Dark and cozy ambiance, I would definitely come here again. read more

Had a late weeknight dinner to celebrate my friend's birthday. Very nice ambience and good service; we ordered about a half dozen appetizers and a large salad and they were all delicious. I enjoyed my martini and my friend had a nice glass of wine. I would definitely returned! read more

Good selection of beer. Missing a decent happy hour. No food to speak of. No cocktails. Last's only half an hour (happy HOUR?).

I had really high expectations for here, but Ted's didn't live up to the hype. Everything was fine; nothing was bad, nothing was great. We decided to split the charcuterie board, 4 dips, zucchini chips, and the chicken pita sandwich. The charcuterie board had a pretty uneven assortment- too much meat, not even cheese. The dips were good, but none of them were outstanding. The zucchini chips were our favorite, however a lot of them were soggy. The pita sandwich was good, but once again lacked flavor. Maybe we ordered the wrong things. I would be open to coming again and ordering something different because the place was very cute. read more

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It doesn't get any better than this bar if you live in the neighborhood and are starving for a late night bite. My husband had pork tacos which he declared as the best in the world and I really had excellent, excellent Aperol spritz. The ambience, the service and the quality of F&B I swear by! read more

I had a wonderful time here on Friday. I started my meal with the "Breakfast in Bed" cocktail. I enjoyed eating the pappardelle pasta, pretzel, and French fries! The service was friendly and the outdoor heaters were very effective. I look forward to returning! read more

One of the better spots I've been to in the neighborhood. Plenty of seating at the bar and a few tables spread throughout the place. Over 20+ beers on tap as well as a bunch bottles and cans. A variety of mixed drinks. Prices are pretty good and they have food as well. The place was quiet for a Friday night and had a good vibe. The bartender was attentive and provided great service. I will be back. read more

Great beer place in Murray Hill. Very nice ambiance. Ok Bar food. Beer selection alone is worth the visit. Great service.

Such a great place! Nice and quaint, low key and relaxing spot. Food was good but atmosphere was great. Highly recommend for a nice night out. read more

I honestly don't even want to write this review because Ted's feels like a neighborhood secret and I don't want to have to share. I have never been here (even in pre-Covid times) when it's been overly crowded or loud. The food is great, the place is cozy and intimate, the drinks are great and the prices are awesome. They recently re-opened after being closed temporarily for safety reasons during COVID and have built this beautiful outdoor patio. Freshly stained wood floors, beautiful benches / tables, plants, and a plastic sheeting over the new pergola that provides a surprising amount of warmth. They also have had indoor seating, but the outdoor option is still viable even now as we approach December. Just wear layers! The food is Mediterranean-inspired but there is something for everyone. Flatbreads, sliders, mac & cheese, dips/spreads, fresh pretzels, pasta, salad, fish, grilled octopus?! All of the Mediterranean fare I've tried has been phenomenal. The only thing I didn't care for was the one time I strayed from the tried and true and sampled the mac & cheese - just a bit bland. But please don't go to Ted's for just mac & cheese. Go for their specialty flatbreads and wraps, great happy hour deals, and wide selection of craft beers. They continuously swap out what's on tap and always have a very wide selection to choose from. My boyfriend and I love going here on Thursday/Friday nights for a few beers and a snack. Or, we often say we'll just get snacks but end up ordering the lamb gyro on pita or sliders. read more

Avoid this place if you can. They are very short staffed. We had to wait for more than 40 minutes for just two pita sandwiches and eventually had to leave with no food. The waiters were so rude and did not apology at all. When we politely told them we could not wait longer and have to leave, they just said "it's fine" with such a negative attitude and without any slightest apology. read more

Ted's is like sneaky good. So I walk by Ted's all the time and I had no idea it was there, maybe because the sign is so small, but I wish I noticed it sooner. I had the best time there with my friend. We had the onion confit flatbread... OH MY SO GOOD. I recommend this to everyone and their extended family. Their Spanakopita was really good, there were like sesame seeds on it and a little side salad.. it was yummy. Oh and we also split the truffle mac and cheese.... which honestly mmmmm I didn't want to finish because then I wouldn't be eating it anymore. Anyways. I totally recommend eating here. The vibe is really nice. They played a lot of classic rock and I caught myself singing out loud several times ( l was very embarrassed). But the decor is cool, there's like art deco lights above the bar, an assortment of different types of photographs on the walls, and the lighting is very dim. My one complaint was that my waiter took a long time to give us the check and then to give us the change but we were having fun so it didn't bother us. Also, our waiter was the nicest person, and gave great recommendations. read more

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Oysters that changes from region, is always a nice surprise. good food and service, cocktails and beer selection on point.

Wow just wow. Dan the man is such a great bartender! His knowledge of beer is through the roof. Also the way he works the crowd at the bar is so fluid, it makes me question myself as a bartender. Seriously such an amazing time! Definitely made the stress from my day dissipate. I'm in awe. read more

Who doesn't like Teds? In Murray Hill/Kips bay - you really can't find a bar that isn't overcrowded with people chugging beers and yelling. This is just what the area needed. It's casual, quaint, and very good for either hanging with friends or a date. Beer: They have a crazy amount of beer on tap and the bartender is amazing. Happy hour is also really good here. I can't remember the exact deals, but I believe it ends at 7:30 and it's monday through friday. Food: I have tried the flatbread here, my friends had the happy hour oysters (they loved it) and I had the sliders here. The food is pretty good, nothing amazing but definitely good to nosh on when you are drinking. Oh wait, the cheese/meat plate is a must get if you are at the bar or come by and not too hungry. Really quick service and there's no tvs so it's more intimate. highly recommend. read more