Park Bar
(212) 367-9085
15 E 15th St
New York,
NY
10003
40.7367
-73.9926
Neighborhoods: Midtown, Flatiron District
What People Are Saying About Park Bar
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The Scene
Paris Hilton wannabes, take note: This is not the Park Bar that boasts an outdoor Jacuzzi and beefy bouncers and was made famous by rap videos. This Park Bar is the opposite of all that. The throng of smokers congregating on the quiet street provides the only noticeable clue to its existence. Wood--and lots of it--decorates the bar's main room. Walnut panels line the entire space, and an oversized oak bar runs almost the length of the place. Stools and mahogany tables dot the right side.
The Draw
Those seeking solace in the form of a well-poured pint of Boddington's (the bar attracts a significant British crowd) or a sizeable glass of wine pack the joint. The music, usually classic rock or acid jazz, plays softly in the background, without overwhelming conversations. The young, relaxed crowd shuns head-to-toe Christian Dior outfits in favor of jeans and T-shirts.
User Reviews
melny
June 24, 2009
Love this bar usually, but on a recent visit, the music was unacceptably loud!! Even after telling our waitress, who was suffering as well, nothing changed. Come on people - take a hint. Great place to catch a drink in Union Sq. Love the open windows and the music itself was great. But when you're screaming to talk and jaw hurts after 1 story because it is so loud, it is too much. We stopped in the midst of a few discussions to laugh at how unbelievably loud the music was. We left after a drink only because it was so uncomfortable. Would have stayed much longer. When your patrons are telling you it is humoursly loud, take a hint and make them more comfortable. This was not at all a question of taste of certain patrons. You could see people leaning over to just talk and there were a lot of 'WHAT?' going back and forth. This isn't a club. Please fix this so we can come back!
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smoothie
June 25, 2008
Turns out you CAN meet your future spouse in a bar. Completely random Friday night, good drinks, great conversation, flattering lighting and 3 years later we're married.
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Anonymous
June 10, 2008
The Park Bar isn't bad at all - tiny and if you don't get there relatively early, good luck finding a seat. Bartenders are very friendly and seem to remember us when we go in. Not bad at all.
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Save Time:
If you want a table, or to claim the coveted bench that lines the front of the bar, get there early. The bar is usually packed by 9pm.
Save Money:
Get to know the bartender. A generous guy, he regularly tops off drinks of regular customers.
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Brew Pubs, Neighborhood Bars, Singles Bars, Taverns
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Bar & Club Special Features:
Smoking Permitted:
No
