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692 10th Ave (Between 48th Street and 49th Street)
New York, NY 10019 40.7632 -73.9928

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Neighborhoods: Clinton, Midtown

PERDITIONNYC.COM

Hours:

Daily 12pm-4am

Last updated 4.16.09

Category:

Bars & Pubs, Lounges

Payment Methods:

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Bar & Pub Special Features:

Happy Hour

Bar & Club Special Features:

After Work

What People Are Saying About Perdition

Featured Review

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Spacious brick-wall lounge featuring DJs and live jazz offers 16 draft beers, plus bottled beers and specialty cocktails.

Editor's Tips

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Come in for happy hour and enjoy drink specials Monday through Friday from 5pm to 8pm.
ambiance
98.33000183105469% positive
  1. It's got such a great atmosphere, very classy without the stuffiness.
  2. Great atmosphere and tasty drinks
  3. great bartenders, owners and atmosphere.
  4. the only way i can describe this place really is: a cross between a really nice cocktail lounge with such a laid back and down to earth atmosphere, so none of that snottiness that you get with lounges.
  5. The atmosphere is pleasant and service is good, unfortunatley i came in on a slow Friday rite after work.
  6. The atmosphere is cool, stylish, laid back, and in no way ordinary.
  7. Cool decor, accommodating staff, friendly patrons, what more could you want?
  8. Brilliant music, really great service, amazing atmosphere.
  9. It's perfect: you can relax, have fun, listen to some music and have some of the best drinks in town.
  10. Great atmosphere with a friendly and very professional staff.
  11. Hidden in the rear is a cozy lounge with banquets available for private parties at no extra charge.
  12. Wether you are in the mood to belly up to the bar by yourself or hang out with friends in their rear cozy alcove, it's a guarantee that someone will strike up a conversation with you.
  13. The ambience is wonderful with a deep ocean blue color flooding the space and a restored brick wall spanning the length of the bar.
  14. great cocktail and beer bar that has the feel of a homely bar yet the looks, feel and atmosphere of a cosy upscale lounge.
  15. Just like the bartenders, the patrons are good fun !
  16. It has such a nice atmosphere.
  17. Great location.
  18. am a professional Interior Designer with a great appreciation for space and decor.
  19. perfect place for "celebs" as i've seen them to hang out and be comfortable.
  20. from the cozy loungy tables to the gorgeous bar, you feel comfortable anywhere you hang in this place.
drinks
94.7599983215332% positive
  1. the drinks were fantastic, the music trendy and the crowd pleasureable.
  2. i'm very surprised that they are as cheap and relaxed accompanied with good drinks.
  3. lived all the way downtown on the east side and I still feel it is worth the trip to frequent this awesome bar!
  4. Anyways, for good bar with good booze, good music, a great staff and down-to-earth friendly regulars, I highly recommend it.
  5. Wether you are in the mood to belly up to the bar by yourself or hang out with friends in their rear cozy alcove, it's a guarantee that someone will strike up a conversation with you.
  6. The prices are more than reasonable, especially for those of us that don't want to pay $15-20 a drink, just to be in a trendy spot.
  7. Always an interesting selection on tap, and the use of a Kilkenny Tap System keeps the beer cold and fresh.
  8. Their drinks were great for guys and gals because they have tasty cocktails and a large selection of foreign draft beers!
  9. They also make great drinks!
  10. from the cozy loungy tables to the gorgeous bar, you feel comfortable anywhere you hang in this place.
  11. It's perfect: you can relax, have fun, listen to some music and have some of the best drinks in town.
  12. this is a great place to have a drink with a friend.
  13. most likely the friendly bar staff and owners, if not the other patrons (usually both).
  14. Best bar.
  15. Their drinks are so creative and yummy as well as their food menu.
  16. They have a superb list of specialty martinis concocted by their master mixologis 'Jenny ' and a dam good sellection of beer on tap.
  17. Great atmosphere and tasty drinks
  18. The ambience is wonderful with a deep ocean blue color flooding the space and a restored brick wall spanning the length of the bar.
  19. the service was friendly and the drinks were good.
  20. Planning for a surprise b-day party for my fiance, I dragged my feet in trying to find a place that fit the perfect criteria of a nice upscale loungy, not too crowded or loud space for a private party with inexpensive drinks and nice beer selection.
  21. It's great in there all the beer is fresh and let me tell you the cocktails are great also.
  22. My friends and I have finally found the perfect bar!
  23. great beer and cocktails.
  24. The drinks were great & the staff were friendly.
  25. great cocktail and beer bar that has the feel of a homely bar yet the looks, feel and atmosphere of a cosy upscale lounge.
  26. enjoyed the cocktails as well.
  27. And I cannot say enough about the specialty drinks, but I highly recommend the Irish Black Russian.
  28. This is a great bar in a neighborhood that could really use one.
  29. Perdition had such a great vibe it's no wonder why all types like to frequent the bar.
  30. If you want to be descreet or just have a great choice of beer and cocktails this place is pretty damn decent!
  31. best draft beer in the universe and great food to go along with the beer!
  32. If you're tired of stale beer, head to Perdition for the best tasting-- and coldest-- draft in the city.
  33. We took over the cute little back lounge space and enjoyed numerous drinks specials all night long.
  34. Great bar to party in, excellent cocktail menu and the staff are hot :-) What more could a girl ask for.
  35. It's got plenty of room, great service and the best drinks.
food quality
92.8600025177002% positive
  1. Their drinks were great for guys and gals because they have tasty cocktails and a large selection of foreign draft beers!
  2. It's great in there all the beer is fresh and let me tell you the cocktails are great also.
  3. Great food, great service and the best looking bartender I have seen in a long time!
  4. Always an interesting selection on tap, and the use of a Kilkenny Tap System keeps the beer cold and fresh.
  5. best draft beer in the universe and great food to go along with the beer!
  6. Great atmosphere and tasty drinks
  7. Their drinks are so creative and yummy as well as their food menu.
menu variety
83.33000183105469% positive
  1. Their drinks were great for guys and gals because they have tasty cocktails and a large selection of foreign draft beers!
  2. Their drinks are so creative and yummy as well as their food menu.
  3. Always an interesting selection on tap, and the use of a Kilkenny Tap System keeps the beer cold and fresh.
  4. Great bar to party in, excellent cocktail menu and the staff are hot :-) What more could a girl ask for.
  5. Planning for a surprise b-day party for my fiance, I dragged my feet in trying to find a place that fit the perfect criteria of a nice upscale loungy, not too crowded or loud space for a private party with inexpensive drinks and nice beer selection.
overall
100.0% positive
  1. Great vibe, great place to go if you're looking to chill out
  2. If you want to be descreet or just have a great choice of beer and cocktails this place is pretty damn decent!
  3. this is a great place to have a drink with a friend.
  4. It's a great place to throw a party!
  5. The best place in Hell's Kitchen
  6. Perdition is a great place.
service
98.40999603271484% positive
  1. Anyways, for good bar with good booze, good music, a great staff and down-to-earth friendly regulars, I highly recommend it.
  2. there i met jessica, the beautiful blonde general manager and we immediately bonded.
  3. The drinks were great & the staff were friendly.
  4. Brilliant music, really great service, amazing atmosphere.
  5. the owners and staff are great, they make you feel sooo welcome.
  6. Conversation is friendly.
  7. Great food, great service and the best looking bartender I have seen in a long time!
  8. The atmosphere is pleasant and service is good, unfortunatley i came in on a slow Friday rite after work.
  9. It seems to have a great staff, very low key and accommodating.
  10. The crowd is always friendly and the staff is always warm and VERY accommodating.
  11. most likely the friendly bar staff and owners, if not the other patrons (usually both).
  12. Cool decor, accommodating staff, friendly patrons, what more could you want?
  13. The whole staff, Jenny, Jeff, Scottie, Jess and Sean (who I've known for twenty plus years and at least half a dozen bars) are very friendly and talented bartenders and hosts.
  14. The owners and staff are friendly, cool and down to earth.
  15. great bartenders, owners and atmosphere.
  16. The overall energy is great, and I think that has a lot do with the staff.
  17. Great atmosphere with a friendly and very professional staff.
  18. It's got plenty of room, great service and the best drinks.
  19. the service was friendly and the drinks were good.
  20. Just like the bartenders, the patrons are good fun !
  21. Great bar to party in, excellent cocktail menu and the staff are hot :-) What more could a girl ask for.
value
93.33000183105469% positive
  1. live downtown and I think this place is definetley worth the trip up, it's got such a great vibe.
  2. lived all the way downtown on the east side and I still feel it is worth the trip to frequent this awesome bar!
  3. The prices are more than reasonable, especially for those of us that don't want to pay $15-20 a drink, just to be in a trendy spot.
  4. i'm very surprised that they are as cheap and relaxed accompanied with good drinks.
  5. Planning for a surprise b-day party for my fiance, I dragged my feet in trying to find a place that fit the perfect criteria of a nice upscale loungy, not too crowded or loud space for a private party with inexpensive drinks and nice beer selection.
wait time
88.88999938964844% positive
  1. The atmosphere is pleasant and service is good, unfortunatley i came in on a slow Friday rite after work.
  2. We took over the cute little back lounge space and enjoyed numerous drinks specials all night long.
  3. Great food, great service and the best looking bartender I have seen in a long time!
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/29/09

low key, no pretensions, nice and dark

by akr72

This is a low key, off-the-beaten path, no pretensions Hell's Kitchen bar. It seems to have a great staff, very low key and accommodating. I live a block away and this place always fits the bill when i don't want to stress myself "going out", I just want to sit in a dark bar with a drink and catch up with a few friends, and actually hear what they're saying. It's one of the few places where you have a really good chance of getting a barstool, even if you roll in at 11. If you've had a long day and just want to sit down, there are sofas all around. It's not divey, but it is pretty dark, which I find really relaxing. The only thing I'm not keen on is that there are four TVs (silent sound though)d, but do understand the business reasons for having sports on.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

11/25/08

Great atmosphere and tasty drinks

by wisebrain

The back room is perfect for a party. The music is great. I enjoyed the cocktails as well. It's far from the subway though.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/24/08

You gotta luv this place!

by bryy777

Wether you are in the mood to belly up to the bar by yourself or hang out with friends in their rear cozy alcove, it's a guarantee that someone will strike up a conversation with you...most likely the friendly bar staff and owners, if not the other patrons (usually both). They have a superb list of specialty martinis concocted by their master mixologis 'Jenny ' and a dam good sellection of beer on tap....I'm talking real beer! one of these days I will be able to walk out of this bar without bouncing off the side of the walls.....whom I kidding! Anyways, for good bar with good booze, good music, a great staff and down-to-earth friendly regulars, I highly recommend it. Great place to hang, to bring a date (you can actually hear yourself talk) or just watch a game.

  • Pros: both thumbs way up! All four thumbs way up when I'm bouncing off the walls!
  • Cons: Waking up the next day:))
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/24/08

GREAT Lounge-y Pub!

by EvanJill

We have been going here since it opened and have NEVER been disappointed! The crowd is always friendly and the staff is always warm and VERY accommodating. It's a great place to throw a party!! New Year's Eve is always a BLAST here! I highly recommend this place...it's worth checkin' out!!

  • Pros: Ambience, Service, Drinks
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/23/08

chillin'

by WhoseYourMomma

Great vibe, great place to go if you're looking to chill out . It's perfect: you can relax, have fun, listen to some music and have some of the best drinks in town. Highly recommend it if you're looking for a nice night on the town, my friends and I always feel right at home when we go.

The Details on Perdition

Place Categories:

  • great place
  • great drinks
  • friendly professional staff
  • great atmosphere
  • great bar
  • great draft beer
  • great service
  • great owners
  • brilliant music
  • really nice cocktail lounge
  • not nice space
  • great vibe
  • recommend highly
  • great back room
  • great food
  • loved perdition
  • best pint
  • cozy loungy tables
  • good booze
  • impressed thouroughly
  • overwhelming power
  • enjoyed numerous drinks specials
  • great cocktails
  • stale beer
  • always friendly crowd
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