(212) 226-5545
25 N Moore St
New York,
NY
10013
40.72
-74.0073
Neighborhoods: Downtown, Tribeca
What People Are Saying About Brandy Library Lounge
The Editor
Erin Behan
Citysearch
The Scene – A hushed, reverent air fills this wood-paneled space, with murmurs of sweet nothings and hedge funds gently breaking the silence. Comfy chairs drawn around low tables, a faux fireplace and a "library" of brandies, scotches, rums and wines lining the walls--all work together to recall a gentleman's study. The bar, topped with glimmering tiles, offers the best vantage point for sampling the voluminous leather-bound menu, broken out by hors d'oeuvres, specialty cocktails, liquors and even a short cigar menu for smoking on the terrace. – – The Draw – The…
11/14/09
bizarre staff and management
by RSI
management and staff awkwardly try to impose their warped sense of sophistication on their clientele....
we got comments that we were being too loud (we were not), that our group (of 9) was too big for the table (which was perhaps a tight squeeze, but sufficiently large), that it was against policy to split the party into two (despite the bar being nearly empty). staff constantly hovering around us. just a bizarre preoccupation with their clientele.
all of this while we endured overly studied pours of bourbon, precisely measured (waiter would stoop down so he could view the level of liquid in the glass at eye level)... slow service and assured comments like, "it is worth the wait". Felt like saying "I'm not looking for a ridiculously special vodka soda here - save the pomp and circumstance because it's annoying"
by way of context, was with a group of ivy league professionals, well dressed, well behaved and, with the possible exception of myself, very sophisticated...
- Pros: good selection of bourbon, scotch, etc.
- Cons: bizarre staff awkwardly impose faux-sophistication
11/14/09
TERRIBLE MANAGEMENT
by RRK
Very unexpected, but terrible management. Unaccomodating, inflexible, not tolerant of groups over 6 or people who are having a "fun time". Trys to portray exclusive, but fails. Would not go back, much better spots in the city.
10/24/09
terrible service, terrible attitude
by vignesh
Over pretentious.. none of them are remotely nice. They treated us like they didnt want us to be there, and ushered us like school kids ..NEVER EVER GOING BACK THERE
- Pros: the drinks
- Cons: everything else
The Details on Brandy Library Lounge
Look Good:
The warm dates, wrapped in ham and topped with a sprig of mint, melt in the mouth and offer a nice counterpoint to a well-aged brandy.
The Extras:
Those looking to learn more about spirits should call about the Library's tasting and seminar series. For the well-versed, the bar offers storage for personal bottles, which can be enjoyed for a corkage fee.
When to Go:
Every Monday night, pianist Joel Forester entertains with improvisational jazz.
Category:
Smoking Permitted:
On the patio
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