This place did not disappoint... My fiancé and I had friends in town from Maui and we all decided to have a few drinks here after lunch. Cocktail and wine selection were better than I expected. Ambiance was classy and while there isn't a dress code, the majority of the crowd was dressed up. Very old New York and I loved it. I was definitely impressed with the live jazz, as it reminded me of when I could actually hear it when visiting Bemelman's (WAY back in the day), but I digress. The bartenders were extremely funny and talkative, which I enjoy immensely as per usual. Plan to return. read more

Cool vibe, and interesting cocktails. However, the prices are just too insane to come back to.

Staff is very attentive Bar snacks and drinks are a "good price" for Manhattan The cheese plate is probably the best value, but I really enjoyed the deviled eggs, only comes with 3, but very tasty. Really digging the live music and casual lounge atmosphere, will come back read more

Great music, great service. The height of the bar stool relative to the bar is very annoying. I felt like a 6yo. Also, $37 for a martini? How is this acceptable? I felt taken advantage of tbh. read more

I always love trying out new places and I'm very happy I tried here. This place has very chill vibes which I like. The staff is very attentive. It's not very pricey, which is a good thing. Their drinks hit the mark. The staff were very attentive. The vibes were cool. Definitely 5 stars. read more

I've been here a couple of times and always had good experiences, but I think the place has gone down recently. The ambiance remains old school, classic New York with wonderful live music. However, it just doesn't operate like a well oiled machine anymore. We came on a weeknight with a few other folks. We asked to order the chicken tikka and the waiter promptly mentioned that they were out. How are you out of chicken? Additionally, the food menu is so small now that it leaves a lot to be desired - hardly any decent options. Drinks at the Pierre have always been a premium, but you could taste the quality and they felt worth it. I ordered a Memento Mori (mezcal based cocktail) and it was soooo spicy that it was undrinkable. Did the bartender check this? Or worse, is this how they always make this? I couldn't find a bartender so we just drank and left and went to the King Cole at the St. Regis. read more

This is a hard review to write. I have visited the lounge on more than one occasion. The bar and wait staff is consistently top notch, and that still remains true. I really wonder who is managing this place now. Whoever they are, (and I say that because I never see any managers in TwoE) they are doing a grave disservice to the customers and staff. The new food and cocktail menus are awful. I was there not long after implementation and it was clear the team was not given the tools they need to make the cocktails. What kind of luxury hotel runs out of coup and martini glasses? The drinks are overly complex and pretentious as hell. Give me a Gin Gin any day of the week and I'll come back! The best part of TwoE has been the Indian options on the menu. I always liked how The Pierre celebrated that they are an Indian company. Now the food is just plain boring. I paid $35 for guacamole and chips. It was the blandest guacamole I've ever had, and the 8-10 chips on the plate were stale and flavorless as well. My friend ordered a shrimp cocktail (why is that even on the menu? How uninventive), but it was't even available. Why aren't you asking your most precious resource, the team on the floor and behind the bar at TwoE what the customers like? The new menu seems like it was created by some high end consulting firm who has no idea who comes to the lounge. I know this is a long and personal review, but I always enjoyed visiting TwoE on my trips to NYC, and now you've taken that away from me. I hope you consider my words because I have met many wonderful people over the years in The Pierre, and I am not the only one who feels this way. read more

Sever Food poisoning after dining here. Both my friend and I got really sick after our visit to two E Bar/lounge. Ordered a couple of drinks, cheese platter (cheese, chips and olives) and sliders. I've never been this sick in my entire life. So disappointed! read more

Came here for traditional afternoon tea with a group of 4 and was very pleased! Service was very attentive, each person got their own choice of tea, and there were plenty of options for sweet and tart treats. The decor is very classic, and has an estate like feel to it. My one complaint is that some of the food options were not particularly flavorful, although very visually appealing. For example - cucumber sandwiches are a favorite for me when it comes to afternoon tea, and this one had almost no taste other than that of the bread. Additionally, some of the sweets just tasted like straight sugar and had no complex flavor to them. Certainly is a great place for a fancy afternoon tea, although a little disappointed with a handful of the finger foods I would return. read more

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My boyfriend and I came for the Royal Tea Service after buying a voucher on Groupon. On Groupon, it is $99 for Afternoon Tea for two and $125 for Royal Tea for two - only difference is two glasses of champagne. (You'll still pay tax + tip at the end) Definitely get the Groupon because regularly it is $148 and $178 for the Afternoon and Royal Tea for two respectively. We were able to get same day reservations within 2 hours of calling. The tea service came with two pots of teas and everything on the food menu each. We ordered the Pierre and Rotunda blends which were both good. I love rose teas personally so the Rotunda blend was right up my alley. Food-wise, we thought the scones were the best but the sandwiches were a bit dry. There was definitely plenty of food even for two people who hadn't eaten lunch. Ultimately, giving 4 stars because the service was a bit scarce. It was rather difficult to flag down a waiter for anything. Would still recommend coming and trying this place out for tea service. read more

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We came here for afternoon tea a few weeks ago and had a lovely time. The staff was professional and service was good. We did the traditional afternoon tea service for two people. I picked the "Garden of Dreams" and my boyfriend picked the "Sencha Superior" tea. I recommend both of these tea choices. Our afternoon tea consisted three tiers of small bites: -Tier one included: The mini sandwiches (e.g. mini lobster rolls, cucumber sandwiches, egg salad sandwiches, salmon lox sandwiches, and curried chicken tart) -Tier two included: Scones with butter and jams on the side, and assorted cookies. -Tier three included: Fruit tarts, macaroons, and other mini pastries. We were stuffed at the end and had a little bit of food leftover. The food was good and the experience was kinda pricey. We used the Groupon and we were able to save some money. Overall, not bad and give this place a try. read more

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Came here with 3 other ladies for afternoon tea service (themed with Downton Abbey) and it was excellent! Great service and our tea and tea set was brought out quite quickly. We dilly dallied for quite some time, just enjoying ourselves and never felt rushed - we were probably there for close to 3 hours! The tea service is normally $65 but we had a groupon, which made it so much more of a bargain. I had the Margaret's Hope tea, which is great if you are a fan of black teas, and I loved the scones. The only real thing I can criticize is that I mistakenly thought each of the scones was a different flavor, so I excitedly bit into the 2nd one only to be disappointed that it was the same as the first... but that's because I clearly can't read! We were stuffed at the end, which is kind of amazing to me because we had so much time to sit and digest. Definitely stop by if you want to have a leisurely afternoon tea! read more

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The short: afternoon tea was such a fun Sunday afternoon activity-- the tea, champagne and food were delicious & the ambience is so cute! The longer: we purchased a Groupon (TBT), because we'd heard amazing things about the afternoon tea at the Pierre. It didn't disappoint. We started with champagne at the bar. The bartender gave us some yummy bar snacks (olives, cheddar crackers & popcorn). When we moved to get seated, the bar and tables started to fill up. The service was great throughout, though. We got a comfy table for 2 and ordered tea and the afternoon tea food tower. My tea was AMAZING. It was a house-made rotunda blend of black and green tea. Seriously.. better than tea I had in London. The food on the towers was good- but I didn't love a couple of things. The salmon was a little fishy & some of the pastries were too dense... but the SCONES. Holy shiz. So good. The cookies, fruit tarts, scones & mini chicken salad sandwiches were all so, so yummy. I highly recommend this as a fun & different activity to do in NYC. I love afternoon tea and London.. and was excited to get to do it here!! read more

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Pro tip: Come here during the winter holiday season and snag the seat right by the large Christmas tree! It's so Instagrammable! Also, we specifically chose to visit during the live jazz hours (Thursday - Saturday from 6:30pm - 9:30pm). One liner: Instagram-worthy atmosphere and decor but pricey drinks that are neither strong nor mind-blowing. I came here for evening cocktails with 2 other friends. I liked that I was able to make a reservation ahead of time, even for drinks. The drinks are on the pricey end of the spectrum, and even though there were house-special cocktails in addition to the standard cocktails, none of the cocktails wow'ed me. The cheese platter we ordered was generous and I was delighted that it came with brie. There were also snacks that seemed to be complimentary with drink orders (seasoned popcorn, biscotti, and olives). The decor is decadent and I loved the quiet jazzy piano in the background. It was the perfect volume so that we could enjoy the music but also hear each other while we spoke. The service was great- timely, respectful, and not too bothersome. I will definitely come back for evening jazz & cocktails again if I'm entertaining visiting guests, since the atmosphere was awesome but drinks were pricey. And I also really want to return for the afternoon tea, which everyone seems to be raving about! read more

The place is beautiful. Decorated pretty ornately, it exudes grandeur. We had reservations and our table was ready to go as we arrived. We were a few mins late bc of the train but the hostess was very accommodating. Our server explained the tea process and we ordered our teas. We tried one black tea with cardamom and another fruity one with mangos and strawberries. Very nice and refreshing. The pastries and snacks arrived shortly after. They were presented beautifully. The server asked us about any allergies and was able to accommodate all our needs. The mini lobster roll was the best along with the almond cookies dipped with powdered sugar. The mini Curry chicken quiche was good as well. Took pictures of all the treats. The bathroom was very clean and well maintained. The server was great as well and refilled our tea as often as we asked. There is a bar in the restaurant which serves great drinks to go along with your experience. read more

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My oh my! What a fabulous treat! Came here with an almost expiring Groupon that I had purchased months ago for a High Noon Tea Party. Invited a couple of my friends to join for an afternoon of la-di-da, pinky up, sofisticated fun! This bar is located within the Pierre Hotel across from Central Park East. EVERYONE SHOULD DO THIS! What a fabulous time we had just chatting and enjoying our petit fours! Very cozy lounge with a live pianist performing, wonderful and attentive waiters, beautiful experience. Will def do this again! read more

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Great deal for afternoon tea with Groupon. The traditional tea service is $65 each and comes with cranberry scones, sandwiches, 1 pot of tea and pastries. The Groupon was $95 for 2! Favorites included the St James and Traditional chai, the creamy curry chicken mini tart, the chocolate layered pastry and almond cookie. The cranberry scones were warm and delicious but I would have liked some variety. They came with clotted cream, jam and a tart lemon curd. Overall a very enjoyable experience in a beautiful hotel. read more

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One of my favorite hotel bars in the city, Two E Bar never disappoints! The most friendly and hospitable staff in NY that always has me coming back! Cocktails are delicious and the live music after 6PM is a dream (no cover unlike some other popular hotel bars close by). Intimate and private atmosphere always makes me feel right at home. I'll be back and you should too! read more

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Beautiful ambiance, excellent service and yummy cocktails, it was a great experience overall

Called to see if I needed to make a reservation for a Monday afternoon. Chris at the bar mentioned that weekends it gets very busy and we should be fine. If you want to have an afternoon Tea experience, definitely try out Two E Bar/Lounge. Have been to the Pierre Hotel long time ago in the past and things have certainly changed. The Pierre is a beautiful hotel right across from the entrance to Central Park. Much need break for my mom who has been taking care of my sick dad for the past 6 months and this was a treat for her. Get nicely dressed up and have some time to ourselves as well as a break from it all. This was just perfect. Thomas was our server and provided great service- Walked us through the whole process of Royal Tea Service. Gave us good suggestions when it came to selecting our pot of tea. We went for The Pierre Blend and The Lapsang Souchong (Smoky Flavor) The three tier tea stand came out with Tea Sandwiches on the top. The Pumpernickel bread was a bit salty- Salmon was good. My favorite was the Spiced Chicken Tartlet Miniature dates & Babaganoush Crepe was creamy Middle tier had the scones and buttered cookies. Like using both the Lemon Curd and Devonshire Cream. Bottom tier had pastries-blueberry & raspberry tarts, macaroons, and chocolate madelines just to name a few. It was a hidden oasis for the time spent here. We were not rushed and Thomas came back to check up on us to see if we need more hot water. It is a level of sophistication that you definitely need to experience. Felt like we were in the grey room/parlor. read more

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Oh New York, you have me at hello every time. Especially Manhattan and 5th Avenue. There is always so much to see and do, as well as enjoy. Speaking of relaxing. Whenever you find yourself in Up town, say 61st & 5th Avenue, the Pierre Hotel and it's beautiful famous tea room is a perfect spot to rest your feet and dine on their amazing treats. Just a stone's throw from Central Park, this tea room extraordinaire is perfectly received. My visit in late November of 2016, was a great time to enjoy this hotel and this area. New York city was decked out in incredibly festive holiday spirit from sparkling lights to decorative Christmas trees and ribbons galore. It's such a wonderful joyous time to visit truly. Like a well traveled gal, I love luxury, but never want to waste my money. Luckily Groupon offers a deal for around $120 for a tea afternoon during high peak holiday hours, that covers two guests. Regular prices are typical $75 per person, plus tax & tip darlings. Walking through this super luxe 5 star hotel is such a treat in itself. With expensive furniture and exquisite designs, you know it's going to be an experience to remember. I called two weeks prior to my visit and made reservations, which are a must. Walkins probably won't find an open table. So take a few minutes and plan ahead. My Yelp friend and I arrived a few minutes prior to our reservation time, but we're promptly sat at a quiet table next to a gorgeous fireplace with holiday trimmings on and around the mantle. Our server took out tea order and within minutes had our food and drink out soon after. Sipping leisurely was so nice. Talking with my friend, delightful. Eating the Pierre' s house made sandwiches and dessert to die for. I wasn't starving when we went, but was hungry all the same. So I had my dessert treats wrapped up to go. I tipped 25%, and left with a happy experience. We were a little rushed for our time there. Hence 4 star rating versus 5. The hotel booked a last minute engagement party that condensed the amount of time we were allowed. So, not a big deal, but kinda unfortunate since I don't live in the area. But do come here for a visit and be pampered all the same. read more

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We had a wonderful time celebrating our same birthdays with afternoon tea. Everything was fresh and delicious! The service was great. We have no complaints. Even though the sandwiches and pastries were on the smaller side, we both stuffed! We will definitely be back! read more

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I had a lovely drink here with a friend on a Saturday night. There was live piano and we could still hear each other. Service was excellent and food and drink were great. I plan on returning. read more

This is one of the best teas I have been to. I am very impressed with excellence of each item. Each element of the recipes were a stand out. They make everything in house, which is quite a feat. The flavors had a very well thought out progression from the seafood to the veg to the curry chicken on the savory tier. The scones were generously portioned, which was just fine with me. Those were the freshest scones I have had since pastry school! They reminded me of an incredibly light shortbread, with a little bit of pillowy texture inside and melt in your mouth crunch on the outside. Served with lemon curd, raspberry jam, and whipped butter. All well done. The bottom tier had excellent tarts, a mini muffin (might be my favorite), pavlova, and a macaron. The service was impeccable and the tea selection was plenty. I had the tropical fruit medley and was very happy with my selection. My husband had chai tea and it was truly a chai tea! read more

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It's Christmastime in the city when I come here for afternoon tea. It had been a consistently lovely and festive experience in years past, but this year was a disappointment. Pros: - Decor. A Christmas tree and decorations give some warmth to the elegant lounge area. - Food. I always leave with a goody bag of pastries that we just couldn't fit after endless looseleaf tea, sandwiches, and impeccable scones. The Devonshire cream is delicious, but note that it's not the same as clotted cream, which I personally prefer. - They are very accommodating of my shellfish allergy by offering duplicates of the allergy-free tea sandwiches. Cons: In years past I would have given 5 stars, but we had a few issues this year that knocked off two stars: - Our waiter had trouble understanding what we were asking for due to a bit of a language barrier. This resulted in an incorrect sandwich order regarding my allergy, which could have been dangerous. - It took about 45 minutes after we finished our tea and meal for us to get the check. This wasn't a nice situation of "not being rushed," but was an issue that our waiter went MIA. No water, no tea refill, no check. - Despite making a reservation months ago in preparation for the busy holiday season, we were seated at a table way in the back, wedged between the kitchen and the bar, which felt as if it were halfway behind the bar. Staff kept walking by, brushing against our chairs and I had to duck out of the way more than once. It just felt cheap and took away from the experience. Overall, while the tea and scones are some of the best, I think we will plan on Christmas afternoon tea elsewhere next year. read more

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I purchased the traditional tea service for two on Groupon which was definitely worth it even though it's still pricey. I believe Yelp also offers 20% off if you were to check in here instead. The hotel itself has a beautiful lobby and after getting a little lost and finally finding the lounge, it was inviting and the seats were super comfy. You each get to choose your own tea. I got The Des Lords that was on the light side that went well with all the sandwiches and pastries because it wasn't overpowering. It was a bit bitter and spicer that I had wished for. Perhaps, something sweet could be better. The other tea we got, Garden of Dreams was sweet, flowery and pure. I won't bore you with each item that's on each tier but I will say the assortment was lovely and delicious. I didn't feel rushed to leave by staff even though I was there for 2+ hours. They were still attentive by stopping by every so often to refill our tea pots with hot water but wasn't overbearing. When they brought our check they even included a cute card with the chef's recipe for cranberry scones! I would definitely come back here and it's a nice way to spend a free afternoon to get away from the busy bustling streets of the city for a bit :) read more

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Overall experience is 3.5 stars Food: 2 stars, 1.5 stars added for service and ambience, and scones I was super excited to come here with my friend for afternoon tea, and I enjoyed my experience but the food here isn't the best and needs a lot of work. My favorite tea sandwiches were the portobello, brie, and red pepper wraps, the spicy chicken tart, and lobster rolls. The spicy chicken tart isn't spicy at all but I enjoyed the filling, but there was a egg yolky taste to the tart. The lobster rolls were oaky and the portobello brie was by far the best. The other finger sandwiches were below average, the bread was super dry and difficult to eat. I understand that they have to pre make it in order to keep up with the orders, but the bread tastes like it's been out for days. My favorite food item on the menu were their scones, they are delicious! They are warm and hard and crunchy on the outside and soft and buttery on the inside. It comes with three spreads devonshire cream, blueberry jam, and lemon curd. My favorite with the scones was the devonshire cream, it doesn't have a strong flavor but it pairs really well with the buttery scones. My friend really loved the lemon curd, it's tangy and sweet, she smothered her scones with it! I took a small bite of each dessert but one of the desserts really stood out for me besides the blueberry tartlet. The blueberries were super fresh and sweet, but the dessert itself wasn't too sweet. They have a semi wide selection of tea, I got to the tropical blend and it was very light and fruity. It's one of the mellower teas on the menu, and it smells really nice. My friend got the rotunda blend which leaves a nice minty after taste. The ambience of the place was very nice, it wasn't very loud and it has a calming atmosphere. It's a nice place to relax and catch up with friends. The service was quick, and the waiters come around to refill your teapots with hot water. read more

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Two E Bar/Lounge offers an excellent afternoon tea service. I had the pleasure of coming here last week with a Groupon for Traditional Afternoon Tea service with my friend, and have only great things to say about this place. We were promptly attended to by the hostess upon entering, and seated immediately. Our waiter greeted us with a friendly smile, and brought out our tea within 2 minutes of us ordering! My friend had ordered a tropical tea, which she really enjoyed. It was lightly sweetened, not the overpowering sugary nature of most fruity teas. I ordered the English Breakfast tea, which reportedly has a high caffeine content in the description. It was very flavorful, and did a great job at keeping me awake until the wee hours of the morning. As for the food, we received a three tiered selection of finger sandwiches, scones, and pastries- all of which were really quite delicious with the exception of a couple. I wasn't a huge fan of the pumpernickel salmon sandwich (too salty for my taste). I much preferred the rich coffee flavor of the coffee macaron, the refreshing cucumber tea sandwich, and the veggie wrap. For $46.50 per person with Groupon, this is an experience you should definitely try! I plan to come back soon, with champagne in mind- think Royal Afternoon Tea! read more

Great spot for relaxing conversation! Enjoyed some light appetizers and few cocktails on a Saturday afternoon, right as they opened. Need advance reservations for a table but we were able to sit at bar without difficulty. Mazi and Jonathan gave us 5-star outstanding service!!Highly recommend a visit here. read more

Try the tea set. We got the one with the champagne. The waiter was very friendly and patient with us as we took a while to choose our teas. He refilled them promptly and the savories and sweets were aplenty. I love tea rooms for long conversations and enjoying good food and this place did not disappoint. Some of the savories were a bit stale and dry, but overall everything was good. In particular, the chicken curry tartine and the opera cake were my favorites. read more

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Overall it was an OK experience. My friend and I got the royal tea service. Champagne was yummy. Tea was yummy. However everything else was mediocre and somewhat stale. read more

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this afternoon tea. This is warm and welcoming spot on a cool fall afternoon. The room is very spacious and beautifully decorated. The marble is absolutely gorgeous! A perfect way to relax after museums and lot of walking. The service is simply perfect. We had all tea and my family had champagne. If I had a drink, I would have had to take a nap under the table. We had three kinds of tea. My favorite is the apple with tiny flower petals. Perfect. We all seemed to enjoy the tea we each ordered but it was fun to taste each tea. All were unique and delicious. The tiny savory sandwiches are superb and flawless. My favorite is the tiny curried chicken. This is so surprising because I hate curry and I hate chicken. The scones with jam, cream and lemon curd are delicious, tender and just spectacular!!! Okay, the best part...Really really best part... The tiny little gem desserts!! Perfect. Tiny blueberry and raspberry tarts, lemon merengue pies (teeny tiny), macaroons, Madeleine's, tiny shiny opera cakes and assorted cookies. There is such a huge selection that we got to bring a box home. Everything perfect and flawless. I would visit again in a heartbeat. Thank you for the perfect afternoon! read more

Great deal if you have a Groupon/Living Social voucher. The sconces are my absolute fav! read more

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This was our first time. We had such a great time!! I really loved the pastries. Should be shared between friends, the atmosphere and the service were on point. Thanks Mr Thomas read more

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Probably the best value for afternoon tea in NYC. I had no problems making a reservation the day before. The finger sandwiches, desserts, and tea are all fantastic, and you can get a groupon or the traditional afternoon tea service for about $50 each. The service was also great and the entire room is beautiful -- a more modern design on a regal room. Would definitely recommend for the afternoon tea! read more

The tea set here is delicious. Their scones are crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. The best part is they give you the recipe to their scones at the end of the meal, hooray! I came here when the Christmas decorations were up and loved the environment and atmosphere. It's a great place to catch up with friends. The only place they were lacking in was in the service. Our server was inattentive and didn't seem to know what he was doing. he messed up on our teas in the beginning and messed up again on our check. At the end, another server corrected everything. Everything and everyone else was lovely. read more

Got a Groupon for a Traditional Afternoon Tea Service for two, so that's obviously what I ordered upon arriving at Two E Bar. This came with a tier of sandwiches, a tier of scones and cookies, a tier of general desserts, as well as two pots of tea. We went with The Pierre and Tropical. The Pierre wasn't as interesting for me as the description made it sound (I was interested because there were peppercorns), but I did find that the tea got spicier the more it was steeped. The Tropical tea was delicious and everything I wanted from a fruity tea--usually fruity teas are too tart for me. The sandwiches came in tiny, bite-sized packages. Some of the breads seemed a little dried out, which was a bit disappointing. The most flavorful, in my opinion, were the spiced chicken tartlet and the smoked salmon on rye, making them my favorites. Moving onto the second layer, the scones were deliciously flaky and came nice and hot. They also came with lemon curd, cream, and raspberry jam. The cookies paled to the scones in comparison, but were fun to dip into the tea. Desserts were yummy in general. I didn't like the strawberry macaron, because the flavor was way too strong, but the coffee one was strong in a better way. The financier and opera cake was also a tinge too sweet for me. I really enjoyed the fruit tarts and the pavlova though. Overall it was a fun experience. I do think it's a little overpriced, even with the Groupon, but that's probably also because paid for doubled the portions. SOOO MUCH FOOD. I was extremely stuffed and had to take some of the desserts to go. Would consider going back to split one afternoon tea portion with a friend. read more

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A friend and I stopped by the Two E Bar for the Afternoon Tea Service, and I was quite surprised to see negative reviews until I realized that they were mostly written by customers who had used a Groupon, and their primary complaint is the cost-value proposition. Nothing against the beauty of the Groupon, but if you're going to an Afternoon Tea Service, yes you are paying for the tea and treats, but it's called a Service for a reason. Tea and treats in my kitchen would run me under ten bucks (maybe not including the caviar), but it's the service and the experience that you pay for. My friend and I arrived at the Two E Bar about 30 minutes before the afternoon tea began, but the waiter seated us without a reservation and took our order of the Traditional Tea Service straight away so that he could serve us promptly at 3pm. We decided to order drinks while we waited, and our waiter brought us white cosmos and a tray of mixed olives, dark kettle chips, and pieces of parmiggiano. That tray of snacks perfectly curbed our appetite before the tea was served. I read that some other yelpers had purchased two separate tea services for each person, but I don't think that is at all necessary. My friend and I couldn't even finish the three trays on one tower. The savory treats on the top tray were tasty, but as a vegetarian there weren't many that I could eat. This is of course not the fault of the bar because the menu listed the sandwiches included, and my omnivorous friend quite enjoyed them. The scones were delicious, and one other reviewer had mentioned that they were hard, but that was not the case for us. The lemon curd was the perfect complement to the scones, and we actually finished the little pot on the tray. The final tier of cookies and pastries was delicious. The pastries themselves were not spectacular, but the variety was nice and we couldn't even finish them because we were so full. We ordered the lemon herbal tea, which our waiter refilled for us several times. The experience was lovely, but I have to say that the atmosphere is a little odd. It's a combination of a tea room and an upscale hotel bar, and there are no windows so the lighting is somewhat industrial. The seating was very nice, however, with cozy pillows on the couches around the room, and our waiter was awesome. I'll have to try other Afternoon Tea Services in Manhattan to provide a point of comparison, but until then I would definitely recommend the service at the Two E Bar to a friend. read more

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2.5 stars. Perhaps I had really high expectations for afternoon tea based on the rave reviews here and its prominence on "best of NYC" lists, but our visit fell flat. I was happy to find a Groupon, as I love afternoon tea and the service here is normally $55 a person. As soon as we sat down, the first thing our server asked us was to see our Groupon, which was a little bit unsettling as we didn't even mention we had one. I'm all for getting it out of the way, but it felt a little as if whether we had a Groupon would set the tone for the rest of our visit. As for the tea service itself: Savories: A good selection, but they didn't taste very fresh. The bread seemed stale, as if they had been sitting out all day rather than freshly prepared. Scones: Definitely our favorite course of the three. Crumbly and sweet, with good lemon curd, jam, and clotted cream. Sweets: Very heavy on sweets (like most afternoon teas), and just ok. The macarons were my favorite, although one of ours looked like it had been dropped at some point and was a bit shattered. Ambiance: The Lounge is basically underground, so it's a bit dark without natural light. It also got a bit loud as the afternoon wore on. Service: Alas, this was probably the worst part of our experience. Although our server was pleasant, it was incredibly difficult to wave him down. While both our server and the hostess checked in on us at the beginning of the meal, no one stopped to check in or refill our water glasses for most of the tea. Getting the check took a very long time, and we eventually had to ask the hostess to bring it over. Although we definitely took our time during tea, closing out was like pulling teeth. Unfortunately we didn't feel very well taken care of, which is usually a highlight of afternoon tea. I'm not sure if it was just an off day, but we left a little dissatisfied. I'm glad we used the Groupon to try it out, because I don't think our experience would have been worth the full price of the normal afternoon tea. read more

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This bar just opened on June 1 and is inside the old-world sophisticato hotel, "The Pierre." I was a bit intimidated going there tonight because I knew it was a classy place but having found out about the event last minute, went in jean shorts and flip-flops. And not those fancy flip-flops either - my regular black Reef ones. Naturally, I was expecting sub-par treatment based on what I was wearing, but surprisingly, I was treated very well by all the hotel staffers as well as the staff members at the bar. The bartender and the waitress were very nice about helping me pick out a cocktail and some appetizers. I had the White Lady cocktail as an alternative to my regular gin and tonic. It was really good! The appetizers and the cocktails are out of my price range, so this place will not be a regular, but the place is quiet, fun, and yet intimate enough so that it's a good place to catch up with friends. It's also tastefully decorated, just enough to keep it interesting, but not overdone as to be distracting. read more