(212) 243-9323
59 Grove St
New York,
NY
10014
40.733
-74.0038
Neighborhoods: West Village, Downtown
What People Are Saying About Marie's Crisis Inc
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The Scene – No one seems to know the origin of the curious name, but you might surmise that the forlorn nature of this little gay establishment was borne out of Marie's troubles, whatever they were. A dusty yellow glow illuminates dark panelled walls and small weathered tables. No need to replace the red formica that wraps around the piano bar with more fashionable materials--the owners and patrons of Marie's have more pressing concerns. – – The Draw – Friday nights bring sing-alongs geared toward broken hearts and lost dreams. Other nights, the bartender behind the…
04/30/08
History of Marie's Crisis
by CMKR99
From Bruce Kayton's "Radical Walking Tours on NYC": Marie Crisis Cafe commemorates the site where the eventually spurned American revoluntionary Thomas Paine, died in 1809. The current building went up in 1839 and is named for Mr. Paine's "Crisis Papers", which began with the famou line "These are the times that try men's souls."
03/24/07
Go Go Go! Marie's is a treasure!
by syberyenta
I returned to Marie's Crisis tonight to hear Dexter and the redoubtable Maggie. It was loud, it was gay, it was straight, it was everything it ever was. Terrifically entertaining without attitude. OK, everybody who sings there (meaning the patrons) isn't always completely on pitch, but who can control that? Go! You'll have a great time. If you don't, well, leave. The place will still be packed.
- Pros: them goold old broadway show tunes
- Cons: loud, crowded
02/23/07
Going straight -- Too Bad
by briansaun
This bar has been supported by the gay community for decades, but now it appears to be going straight. The last time I was there the bartender was straight-identified, and few of the customers were gay. I would suggest if gay patrons want a more gay ambiance to go with their music, they cross seventh avenue and go to The Monster, which also has a piano in the back. In any case, if you hate the very idea of standing around singing or listening to show tunes, this is definitely NOT the place for you.
- Pros: Pleasant enough if you're in the mood
- Cons: Doesn't seem to be that gay anymore
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Nightclubs, Gay & Lesbian Bars, Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs, Neighborhood Bars, Dive Bars
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