(212) 226-8844
51 E Houston St
New York,
NY
10012
40.7247
-73.9945
Neighborhoods: Downtown, NoLita
What People Are Saying About Milano's Bar
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
Though dim and slightly off-putting at first, the relaxed take-it-as-it-comes atmosphere is ultimately comfortable. Plant yourself at the long narrow bar--if there's room--and review the walls, plastered with photos of past drinking days. The half dozen tables at back sit near a jukebox offering a mix of pop, country, oldies and Irish favorites. Five premium beers plus cider on tap please patrons who range from solitary loners, to after-work partiers, to a younger crowd of strays who wander in from the block's other watering holes.
12/08/08
One of the greats
by GaryNargi at Citysearch
One of the great old bars still standing in the Bowery area. Not as many winos at the bar as in the past, but still some gritty local characters. Friendly and although not as old as McSorleys or some other establishments still a refreshing taste of the old NYC.
- Pros: atmosphere atmosphere atmosphere
- Cons: gets a bit crowded
07/13/07
Friendliest atmospheric bar
by girlartist at Citysearch
My first stop in the Big Apple to show my art portfolio to the galleries.....they headed me in the right direction and sent me off feeling very supported! Like a family! I love you guys!
Excellent bloody mary mix...hand made by the Queen of the Bartenders!
01/02/06
Meet the wonderful Jackie
by dkemp at Citysearch
Great bar but don't mess with Jackie. She is nice but takes no rubbish from anyone and has an attitude of 'You should be glad I am serving you at all' and dealing with the types in Milano's that is the best approach to take. Good people, met g-friend there, a Martha Stewart lookalike. Size of bar makes intimacy compulsory and that is a good thing.
The Details on Milano's Bar
When to Go:
An 8am opening ensures those coming off the night shift and those who can barely face the day an equal shot of some Dutch courage.
The Extras:
When it's time to move on to more of a party bar, stake out a couch at Botanica, two doors down.
Know Before You Go:
Milano's doesn't take credit cards and there's no ATM on the premises--head to the deli on the corner if you need cash.
Smoking Permitted:
No
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