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Zanzibar

645 9th Ave
New York, NY 10036
Phone: (212) 957-9197
Fax: (212) 957-6946
Cross Street:
45th Street
Directions:
A, C, E at 42nd St
Hours:
Mon-Wed 5pm-1am, Thu 5pm-2am, Fri-Sat 5pm-4am

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Zanzibar

Sultry lounge serving exotic cocktails. Happy Hour drink specials.

  • VIP Lounge with Bottle Service
  • Signature Drinks-DJ-Fireplace
  • Voted Top 5 Best of Citysearch

Zanzibar turns up the heat in Hell's Kitchen with new signature drinks, a new menu and a new VIP Lounge.

Both the food menu and the cocktails rely on combinations of sweet and savory ingredients to create refreshing dishes and drinks that can be enjoyed while sitting at the translucent, curved bar in the Main Lounge or on overstuffed ottomans in the Fireplace, Garden, and Zebra Lounges. The new Safari Lounge, located on Zanzibar's lower level, features a full-service bar, Champagne cellar, hand-painted wall murals, candlelight, cozy dining banquettes and ottoman seating. The Safari Lounge is for bottle service and private parties only. The house DJ spins energetic music.

Zanzibar hosts happy hour every Monday through Saturday from 5-8 p.m., offering drink specials and complimentary hors d'oeuvres. Group discounts available.

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Editorial Review for Zanzibar – by Riva Froymovich

In Short
Inspirations are worldly in this midtown space. One lounge resembles a European ski lodge with a circular open-pit fireplace; another flaunts animal-print upholstery. But the front bar is all city, with a sidewalk view of busy 9th Avenue, elevated DJ booth and extended acrylic bar, serving mango mojitos and fruity vodka drinks infused on-site. The menu combines different cultures, like its namesake island. Middle Eastern pies, chorizos al vino and chicken fettuccine round out the offerings.

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The Extras

The space accommodates private parties, and has a video screen for movie showings, sporting events and music videos.

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During nice weather, a wall of windows is opened on the sidewalk.

User Reviews for Zanzibar

Citysearch (65), MenuPages (5 ), Judy's Book (3 ), All (73)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/01/2008 Posted by KalliTV

Had my 30th bday party here last week and my friends and I had a blast! The staff was so easy to work with in setting everything up. We ordered (way too much) food ahead of time and went with a bar tab. The food was great, and the drinks flowed freely without breaking the bank. I'm still not sure how none of us had been here before. Our waitress Maria was a sweetie and always available. We were in the fireplace room and the half we had was perfect for our group of 25. The DJ played fun music but was not intrusive, so you could have a conversation and still feel like you're at a party. The one snag: a friend was given a hard time at the door for wearing a tshirt, but when I went out to let them know he was with the party they let him in without issue (or greasing). Overall a fabulous place for a party- I will definitely have events here again in the future.

Pros: Everything

3 Star Rating: Average

05/01/2008 Posted by brownalex

I've passed Zanzibar everyday for a year without going in - but I'm glad to say I've finally succombed the compfy sofas and chilled out music nights. Seriously, the most friendly relaxed staff you will find and generally an all round non city type pub in town. Top marks.

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Mediterranean-inspired lounge and dining room caters to theatergoers and casual diners.  See the full editorial review.

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The Extras

The space accommodates private parties, and has a video screen for movie showings, sporting events and music videos.

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Bar/Club Information

Atmospheres

  • Singles
  • Happy Hour
  • Romantic
  • Clubs
  • Bars
  • Food Served
  • Neighborhood
  • After Hours
  • Specialty Cocktails

Hours

  • Mon-Wed 5pm-1am
  • Thu 5pm-2am
  • Fri-Sat 5pm-4am

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • American Express
  • MasterCard

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