Milk and Honey
Notlisted
Lower East Side
New York,
NY
10002
40.7142
-74.0064
Neighborhoods: Civic Center, Downtown
What People Are Saying About Milk and Honey
The Editor
Erin Behan
Citysearch
Once buzzed through the unmarked door of this "tailor shop," the lucky few enter a sanctum of hushed reverence. The dimly lit space, which feels trapped in time, has several deep, cozy banquettes and a small bar. A single waiter gently whisks drinks on a candle-lit platter to and from the bar. The only sounds are the murmur of voices and the shaking of cocktails. It's not about being famous, and patrons range wildly in age, dress and social status. The drinks, guided by owner and cocktail celebrity Sasha Petraske's impeccable taste, are renowned for their inventiveness and nuance. There's no drink list; guests can ask for a specific concoction or make general requests about flavors and liquors and wait for the creative returns.
User Reviews
Sheckysnightlife
April 10, 2009
I came to Milk and Honey with a group of 3 clients looking for a place to shoot a 20’s themed fashion ad I figured that Milk and Honey would be the perfect location with the speak easy reputation it has. But…… when the first impression you have of the place is a rude hostess it changes the evening for everyone. The Short Haired (brown bob with bangs) waitress was so rude to our entire table, by rolling eyes and glaring. Originally I brushed it off as a attitude problem and approached her about space for the shoot. She answered me with a rude tone the returned to her blackberry. With the reputation that Milk & Honey has I was sad to see them have such an ignorant employee. The drink are fabulous but when the person that serves you is uncouth it always leave a bad taste in your mouth.
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Tonyap29
March 23, 2009
I miss this place! Wonderful and reminds me of places outside of the US... brings back great memories and there should be more places like this (some uptown please) throughout the city.
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dwntwnpainter
November 30, 2008
"The number is no longer unlisted - as Sasha has published it on his website" Boomski - which website did Sasha publish the number on?
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Know Before You Go:
The list of rules is posted in the bathroom and includes a ban on men wearing hats indoors, and a request that gentlemen not approach ladies with whom they didn't arrive. Ladies can request an introduction from the bartender if they so desire.
Fun Fact:
In years past, would-be guests had to work their connections to find the bar's unlisted (and constantly changing) phone number and address, then call no more than a day in advance for a reservation. In 2009, after a temporary shuttering, the number was made available (though reservations are still required).
The Extras:
If you like Milk and Honey, try Sasha Petraske's more recent foray into the art absinthe-based cocktails at Chinatown spot White Star.
