Joe's Pub
(212) 539-8777
425 Lafayette St
New York,
NY
10003
40.729
-73.9922
Neighborhoods: Downtown, NoHo
What People Are Saying About Joe's Pub
The Editor
Kara Zuaro
Citysearch
The Scene
This cozy, Public Theater-owned venue proves that good things come in small packages. Though the floor is cramped, the soaring, chandelier-hung ceiling has enough height to dismiss the fears of claustrophobics. Seats cascade up from the stage to the tiers of tables and plush booths near the elevated bar, so the performance feels like a private show from any vantage point. Ticket prices are accordingly steep, and the varied roster draws a mature and artsy clientele to younger dancing crowds.
The Draw
With two shows per night, a regular week at Joe's Pub could easily include a Portuguese folk singer, a lesbian cabaret legend, and a hip-hop showcase. Showing up on the wrong night could easily put you out of your element, but you'll be hard-pressed to find a bland show on the bill. The only things to avoid are the dangerously sweet $14 house cocktails, like the raspberry cosmo or the huckleberry martini.
User Reviews
EmanuelaB
April 09, 2009
I found it very special because it's not a snob place, even if it's in the most fashionable city of the world. You can find famous actors and common people. Lovely!!!!!!!!
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Anonymous
January 07, 2009
Joe's Pub is an amazing little cabaret space located near NYU. Many of Broadway's finest performers have at one time or another performed their and playbill.com's beloved Seth Rudetsky often plays piano here.
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November 03, 2008
Joe's Pub is a cozy, intimate performance space in the Public Theatre. There isn't a bad seat in the place. There you will find established stars and up and coming artists. If you plan to attend a show there make sure you arrive on time. They usually have two or three shows a night and keep a tight schedule.
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Know Before You Go:
Seated guests (whether they requested a table or not) must abide by the two-drink minimum. If you're not drinking, order at least $12 of food from the light menu instead.
Look Good:
If you're interested in sitting, reserve a table in advance and get there promptly--shows start meticulously on time.
The Extras:
The classic menu ranges from light salads and pastas to $30 steaks.
Category:
Nightclubs, Cabarets, Bars & Pubs
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Bar & Club Type of Music:
Country, Folk & Bluegrass, Alternative Rock, World, Jazz, Blues, Funk, Soul & R&B, Rock & Pop, Hip-Hop & Rap, Latin
Bar & Club Special Features:
Smoking Permitted:
No
