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    The Red Lion

    3.5 (449 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 4:00 AM (Next day)

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    THE RED LION ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Casual
    Live music
    Outdoor seating

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    Ed U.

    This is The Red Lion? Oh I see, this isn't the same as The Lion where an unknown singer named Barbra Streisand burst into public view for the first time over six decades ago. You can turn your gaydar off now. However, like The Lion in days of yore, this is indeed a live music venue and has been for quite some time. Jamie W and I were just trying to avoid the heat, so here we were. It was past noon, and the live music didn't start until 1PM. The space felt like a vintage tavern with a lot of dark wood wainscoting panels. We ordered a couple of their signature cocktails. Jamie went with the $14 Strange Brew, a caffeine-fueled mix of Jameson cold brew whiskey, Bailey's, and iced coffee (Photo 8). I ordered the $14 Start Me Up, a tart version of a Pimm's Cup mixed with lemon juice, berries, and mint (Photo 9). Neither drink had the potency we were hoping to find. Mine was particularly watery, and frankly we weren't sure if the bartender was trying to encourage a second round from us. We did manage to feel peckish and ordered the $9 Deviled Eggs which they well overstuffed with mayo, Dijon, and curry powder (Photo 10). We got served just as a talented young girl took the stage with her guitar in front of only a handful of people (Photo 6). Good luck, sweetie. DRINKS / FOOD - 3 stars...not as potent as we were hoping...the eggs were overdressed AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...a true Village tavern of an earlier era...still as a tomb early in the day SERVICE - 2.5 stars...kinda transactional TOTAL - 3 stars...go for the live music RELATED - Thirsty in NYC? Here's my collection of bars and restaurants l've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2YS9ELS

    Sheila P.

    Picking my kid up from school we walked past this restaurant and saw an outside sign that said " 50 cent wings." They had me at 50 cents!! I went inside and asked the host if she was allowed to come inside with me, she said " yes! From 2pm-9pm she's welcome." We went home got ready and headed right back out. When we got there she said " you can sit anywhere." For a person handling everything at the time and I mean bartending, waitressing and being the host, she did amazing! She did explain to us that although the wings were 50 Cents the minimum u can get is 5 or 6. We ordered Bbq wings, mozzarella sticks, french fries, and regular wings. Everything tasted delicious and cooked to perfection. We came out this place looking like we ate a whale lol. They have juice, soda, and water for beverages, as well as alcoholic drinks. If you're ever interested in going, I suggest looking up what dates they have live events because that stage screams " LIVE MUSIC EVENTS."

    Came and listened to a band, had a great time. Good crowd.
    Nicole P.

    Did not have food, had a few craft beers. The music was mostly covers when we were there. They did have some kids running around and it was later in the evening so that was strange for a bar.

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    Tiffany H.

    I haven't been in this area for a while. Drinks ok, service is friendly n courteous. The live band was great.

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    I'd follow Katie Fynn anywhere so naturally I am obsessed with Red Lion!! The best of the best!! coolest bartender around.

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    This is a go-to stop if you're visiting NYC!!! Go see Katie at the bar she's the best!!! No one opens a better bud light

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    Whole place is amazing but Katie is a shining beacon of hope in this world. I couldn't imagine the red lion without her

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    Katie is a rockstar. came here for the sips, left here with a heart of joy thanks to the team at Red Lion. Cheers.

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    excellent experience, my waitresses were Maria and Diana, they are amazing, wings are very good!

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    My friends and I came for brunch last weekend and were sorely disappointed. We were seated right…read moreaway, and all decided to get the afternoon tea. Unfortunately, our server only heard that 5 of us wanted afternoon tea, and one of the tiers of food was smaller than the others. We also had to pay extra for additional tea, which we were fine with, but service was severely lacking throughout. Our server didn't check up on us, and seemed to want us to leave quickly after dropping off the check. We would have been happy to pay the $65 each for afternoon tea, but it wasn't worth it and frankly, I was agitated by the whole ordeal by the time I left. We were also disappointed by the food items (as they were lacking) and nothing about this was like other experiences we had with other afternoon teas. I can't in good faith recommend this place, nor do I see myself coming back after the atrocious service we experienced.

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