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    The Hamilton

    4.6 (131 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    THE HAMILTON ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Intimate
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Tuna tartare
    Cyrus A.

    Open for outdoor dining as of August 2020. The Hamilton is a great restaurant in Morningside Heights! There's a straightforward menu with a reasonable number of options for starters and main courses. Portions were good for sharing if you're not especially ravenous. The tuna tartare was delicious, I definitely recommend it. The cocktail menu had some interesting concoctions - I had a vodka drink with pomegranate, which was good but STRONG. Maybe that's why the food orders come with such large portions. All in all a good spot with reasonable prices, and great service.

    a glass of whiskey next to a bottle
    Mony K.

    Good scotch, good service. Large selection of whiskey and scotch, was able to try out a new scotch that I haven't had before. Chill and old school vibes.

    Bee's knees and the bramble
    Stefany V.

    This is the kind of bar I'd expect to find in Washington DC- cleverly themed with Alexander Hamilton references without being tacky or gimmicky. It's got an unfussy, comfortable dive-bar feel but with a dash of hipster flair and a touch of intimacy that makes it a good date night pick. They also have a food menu, so this could be your all-in-one date destination, too. Went by on a weekday and they were staffed by a single sweet lady who managed to keep up with all patrons and keep a smile on her face. The drinks were tasty and fairly priced at $12/each. The Bee's Knees lived up to it's name while the Perfect Storm and Blackberry Bramble(?) were also good bets. Don't be fooled by the fresh garnishes and well-balanced flavors though, the alcohol content will still knock you on your ass.

    Chuck C.

    This is a solid little cocktail bar. So I am a big fan of all things Scottish; golf, a pension for higher education, modern medicine...hills to get engaged upon. But my favorite thing about my heritage is our whisky (put an "e' in there and you'll be cut..as in -1 star). The Hamilton is the sister bar of The Caledonian*, and let me assure you, this place knows how to make a solid drink. The penicillin I had (scotch, lemon juice, ginger and a float of more whisky), was 100% on point, as was my fiance's bramble (gin-based, as per usual). Really the only downside is that they didn't have a scotch egg or any food really when we stopped by due to point of sale issues, but hey you can't win them all. ___________ *aka the people of Scotland during the Roman times - suck it, Hadrian

    Sad Moscow mule
    Tim C.

    Not sure what's up with 5 star reviews here. Came here with my cousin, his girlfriend and my sister. I go out pretty often in LA since all my friends are from the nightlife scene. I can surely say I know the difference between a good drink and a bad one. I ordered Moscow Mule for $14 and I don't think I saw it on the menu. If I order Moscow Mule usually it's served in a copper mug, I see fresh ginger and fresh mint leaf. The alcohol is strong but light enough. And usually the taste of spicy ginger and lime is in the drink as well. At The Hamiltonit was served in a very sad glass and a straw. Almost no taste of ginger and no alcohol at all. I complained and the server told me they just mix Ginger Beer and Vodka. And to solve that problem she just added more Ginger Beer to it. Great now there is no Vodka in my drink and all I taste is a lemonade kind of drink. SO SAD! And $14? Yes the drinks of the others were not strong either. Overall a place that I would not recommend. There may be only me who gives it 1 star rating and people are still convinced by the good reviews of others. But if you wanna have a great time.... NYC has so many amazing bars to offer.

    House Rules
    Mardory V.

    It was a definite good time. We both terrified and entertained our mixologist, Dave. He, in turn, gave us mind blowing, tasty drinks. The old fashioned was divine. Beware the strength of the sazerac. They also offer beer and wine. Everyone was happy. Ordered the chicken liver pate that also came with a side of bacon jam and crusty, delicious bread; two pickled carrots were part of the presentation. Paté is made in-house and was smooth with a hint of sweet. Yum. (I heard and smelled good things about the steak sandwiches --next on my list). Laid back atmosphere, great for a quick stop or a longer stay. The restrooms are tiny but efficient. Happy hour is a must. Crowd is mixed but interesting. Worth the visit--and a repeat.

    Liver was great
    Yaran S.

    I still remember when the old pace was closed and Hamilton was under construction, I was kinda sad and worried since I visited the old place a lot. But it turned out to be better. I like the vibe with fewer people than before. We tried chicken liver and scotch egg. Both were unique and unforgettable. Drinks were very good as well. I miss those days living in UWS.

    Rachel Z.

    Very cute whisky bar. We came around 11:30 pm on a Saturday, it wasn't too packed. The bartender was very friendly. We ordered Nikka Taketsuru neat, Macallan 12 neat, old fashioned, and a penicillin. The old fashioned and penicillin were a bit on the sweet side. Especially, the penicillin, I couldn't taste the scotch from it at all. But other than that, the whiskey were really good. It's a perfect spot to hang out with friends or go on a date. If you are a whiskey lover, then this is the place. It has a wide variety of whiskey.

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    Fantastic service and whiskey selection. Our go-to place for a quiet night with friends who appreciate great drinks.

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    Love this neighborhood place. If you're a bourbon lover, you must try the Penicillin. It is the best drink ever!!

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    Stopped in for a cocktail and decided while in Manhattan get a Manhattan. Must say, best Manhattan, if there was only a cherry.

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