Flatiron Lounge

In Short – The speakeasy charm of this art-deco hideaway appeals to those seeking a high-class getaway apart from the hustle of nearby Union Square. The shiny red booths and velvet bar stools work in tandem with the jazz music to create a swing-era atmosphere where suits and well-dressed women can congregate over specialty cocktails. Each beverage, like the Juniper Breeze, carefully infused with elderflower cordial, is mixed with the finest ingredients and the greatest of care. This is the place to go when you want to imbibe in style with high-quality quaffs. – – Hits: The…

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What to Drink:: The classic sidecar comes mixed with Hennessy, Cointreau and fresh-squeezed lemon juice. It's served in a glass rimmed with super-fine sugar for a refreshing treat.
When to Go:: Mondays and Tuesdays are slow, so if quiet cocktailing is your thing, consider hitting the bar early in the week.
What to Drink:: Try the "Flight of the Day," a trio of themed cocktails served in small martini glasses.
When to Go:: Mondays and Tuesdays are relatively slow, so if quiet cocktailing is more your speed, consider hitting the bar early in the week.
Know Before You Go:: It's a good idea to reserve a table in advance if you plan to show up with a larger party during primetime hours.

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ambiance	100.0% positive	“The decor and lighting is great.” “Great atmosphere, friendly bartenders, comfortable chairs, cool layout.” “The place itself has a nice vibe decor and it's a little on the smaller side the what i had invisioned but this just makes it more intimate!” “Great drinks, cool atmosphere.” “The music is good and the ambiance is even better.” “The atmosphere is great and the service is the best part - everyone who works there is nice and friendly.” “Cool decor.” “Nice, warm atmosphere.”
drinks	92.30999946594238% positive	“Really great drinks!” “like the bar, the drinks where good, the bouncer was really cool and friendly, but with all that I wont be returning anytime soon after the whole tab thing.” “The drinks were amazing.” “Good service, friendly bartenders, nice drink menu.” “The drinks were awesome, everyone tried something new and the waitresses and manager took such great care of my guests.” “the drinks are an expensive pop and they do have a lot of variety but they all probably have some BS mix in them.” “Go early in the week to enjoy the cocktails and get a good table.” “thought this bar was immune, based on previous pleasant experiences there.” “They have a great list of special drinks that are not cheap, but are served in a big glass, so it's worth it.” “great place - good drinks” “Great drinks, cool atmosphere.” “It gets packed on the weekends, but the drinks are still great.” “loved the flight to Mexico, three perfectly balanced tequilla cocktails.” “The drinks are great and the service is always with a smile.” “The drinks prices are expensive but worth it.” “From the girl and the bouncer at the door to the waitress, the drinks and the rest rooms - everything was excellent.” “The bartender was busy but he took the time to suggest some cocktails.” “Excellent cocktails” “I'd say check out this place if your meeting up with people or need a nice place to catch a quite drink with someone.” “The cocktails are phenomenal, super creative, and just top notch.” “This place may make the best cocktails that I have ever had.” “Yes the drinks are expensive, but really no more than anywhere else in Manhattan!” “First, the guy at the door was so friendly, second the waitresses were so cute, third the place is beautiful and last but not least the drinks were amazing.” “If you're a gin fan, ask for a Twentieth Century, it's a fabulous drink.” “The cocktails at the Flatiron Lounge are the best I've ever had!” “Sometimes young, sometimes old, occassionally BBQ (Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens) I cant get these delightful drinks anywhere else in Manhattan.”
food quality	100.0% positive	“Drinks were very tasty.” “We follwed the bartenders suggestions and I had a Beijing Peach (best cocktail on the menu), My boyfriend had a Sorello and the Mint Jules which were also delicious.”
menu variety	66.66999816894531% positive	“the drinks are an expensive pop and they do have a lot of variety but they all probably have some BS mix in them.” “We follwed the bartenders suggestions and I had a Beijing Peach (best cocktail on the menu), My boyfriend had a Sorello and the Mint Jules which were also delicious.” “Good service, friendly bartenders, nice drink menu.”
overall	100.0% positive	“great place” “It's a great place for a date is you can manage to get there early enough to get a seat (as they are limited) or else expect to stand in a crowded room as it gets later in the eve.” “great place - good drinks” “I'd say check out this place if your meeting up with people or need a nice place to catch a quite drink with someone.”
service	94.44000244140625% positive	“From the girl and the bouncer at the door to the waitress, the drinks and the rest rooms - everything was excellent.” “The drinks are great and the service is always with a smile.” “The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and willing to educate anyone who is willing to try something new.” “Many of the tables were reserved but the friendly waitress found a table for us within five minutes of arriving.” “Sometimes cheesy, middle-aged white guys in Hawaiian shirts, other times it's wall-to-wall beautiful people.” “If not just for the delectable libations, the fabulous Art Deco vibe, the super on-top-of-it staff and the most friendly security in the business, then go for the blazing star of the show, bartender Phil Ward, a true Dale Degroff in the making.” “The atmosphere is great and the service is the best part - everyone who works there is nice and friendly.” “like the bar, the drinks where good, the bouncer was really cool and friendly, but with all that I wont be returning anytime soon after the whole tab thing.” “First, the guy at the door was so friendly, second the waitresses were so cute, third the place is beautiful and last but not least the drinks were amazing.” “I'd say check out this place if your meeting up with people or need a nice place to catch a quite drink with someone.” “We follwed the bartenders suggestions and I had a Beijing Peach (best cocktail on the menu), My boyfriend had a Sorello and the Mint Jules which were also delicious.” “The bartender was busy but he took the time to suggest some cocktails.” “The drinks were awesome, everyone tried something new and the waitresses and manager took such great care of my guests.” “Good service, friendly bartenders, nice drink menu.” “And for a 'high end' place the service was surprisingly nice and not snotty.” “And the service was perfect.” “Great atmosphere, friendly bartenders, comfortable chairs, cool layout.” “asked the waitress about it who agreed that it was a ridiculous charge, and sent the manager over.”
value	66.66999816894531% positive	“Yes the drinks are expensive, but really no more than anywhere else in Manhattan!” “They have a great list of special drinks that are not cheap, but are served in a big glass, so it's worth it.” “Drinks are good - average price for the city.” “The entire night was a huge success.” “The drinks prices are expensive but worth it.” “the drinks are an expensive pop and they do have a lot of variety but they all probably have some BS mix in them.”
wait time	100.0% positive	“Many of the tables were reserved but the friendly waitress found a table for us within five minutes of arriving.” “It was a very last minute decision and yet they managed a pretty big party throughout the evening.”

10/12/10

I will never go back!!

by sv05

We went to Flatiron Lounge for wine last night and ordered a bottle between three of us (1 1/2 glasses each). We ordered a second bottle and after about fifteen minutes, the staff turned on all the lights and turned the music off and just started staring at us. The bartender was really rude.

I get that they wanted to go home, but then don't sell us the second bottle. That was so rude and tacky that I will never go back there. There are so many great bars in NYC, I would rather spend my money somewhere where you get good service.

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02/19/09

Best old-fashioned in NYC

by kinopravda

Seriously. If you're a gin fan, ask for a Twentieth Century, it's a fabulous drink. I'm a loyal bourbon drinker and have tasted many an old-fashioned in NYC; this is the best. Avoid on weekends, it's far too crowded, but as an after-work destination, it's ace.

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08/08/08

Best place in NYC so far...

by gnobbo2000

We went to Flatiron Lounge without knowing much about the place and we were amazed about the service and the drinks - PERFECT! From the girl and the bouncer at the door to the waitress, the drinks and the rest rooms - everything was excellent. A re-visit next time we come to NYC is a must!!!

Pros: Great service and drinks
Cons: None that we can think of

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04/16/08

the unfortunate manager...

by jrcapobianco

I have been a loyal customer of Flatiron since it opened- I've entertained clients there and even hosted a large party there. On a recent visit I was in with a group of 5 coworkers after work. We stayed until 10.30- with a bar tab of over $250. When I went to pay the bill I noticed that they charged $4 for a glass of club soda. I asked the waitress about it who agreed that it was a ridiculous charge, and sent the manager over. The manager immediately became defensive, stating that it was normal for New York, that I was wrong and that she refused to take it off. I found myself arguing over the stupid charge, and eventually (more to end the discussion), gave up and asked her to run my card. She refused and told me that it was my waitress?s job.

It is an unfortunate trend in New York to treat good, paying customers awfully. I thought this bar was immune, based on previous pleasant experiences there. I am more then happy to pay $15 for a martini, as long as it comes with a little service and not a $4 glass of carbonated tap water with a lot of attitude! I will NOT be back.

Pros: Great atmosphere, design
Cons: Nasty, nasty manager

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12/22/07

Really great drinks!

by dashriprock42

We went and had one their flights. It was very tasty. The drinks are made with a lot of flair and fun. Cool decor. Yes the drinks are expensive, but really no more than anywhere else in Manhattan!!

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10/12/10

I will never go back!!

by sv05

02/19/09

Best old-fashioned in NYC

by kinopravda

08/08/08

Best place in NYC so far...

by gnobbo2000

04/16/08

the unfortunate manager...

by jrcapobianco

12/22/07

Really great drinks!

by dashriprock42

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