Common Ground
New York, NY 10009
Phone: (212) 228-6231
- Cross Street:
- Between 12th Street and 13th Street
- Directions:
- L at 14th St
- Hours:
- Mon-Wed 4pm-2am, Thu-Fri 4pm-4am, Sat 12pm-4am, Sun 12pm-2am
Message from Common Ground
The East Village's newest great place to hang out
- Amazing Happy Hour Specials
- Trivia Night Every Wednesday
- Open-Mic Night Every Sunday
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Editorial Review for Common Ground – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
Were it not for the inherent modesty of the neighborhood, the crystal chandeliers, chocolate woods and shelves of leather-bound books might make this East Village bar seem high-falutin'. Instead, a warm, comfortable air permeates a room filled with low-maintenance, young professionals--think publishing, not banking--perched at the bar or at elevated tables along the wall, taking full advantage of a stash of classic board games like Connect Four. Quick to befriend the neighborhood, Common Ground is welcoming--though, retaining some class, not to rowdy bar-hopping revelers.
Hits: A semi-private rear lounge serves as a sanctuary from the weekend rush, and a space for larger groups to comfortably convene.
Misses: Don't expect a particularly memorable night out; it's just a simple, albeit charming, local spot to grab an impromptu drink or rally the troops before the main event.
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Insider Tips
Food ServedA tasteful menu of cheese plates, paninis and salads is served.
Save MoneyGet two-for-one paninis and appetizers 4pm to 8pm Monday through Friday; happy hour is limited to weekends between noon and 7pm.
The ExtrasWant to catch the game without subjecting yourself to a raucous sports bar? Two unobtrusive flat screens do the trick.
User Reviews for Common Ground
03/30/2008 Posted by ejcalvert
Common Ground has a really great happy hour with some delicious foods, and they have a pretty good beer selection. As long as you go when it's not crowded, you'll probably have a good time, especially if you're just looking to hang out with friends and play a game of Clue. But when it gets crowded, the place is a mess. The crowd is generally obnoxious, but not oppressively so. They have a jukebox, but if you play a song that the bartenders don't like, they'll skip it -- and if you ask why, like I did, and say that you paid for that sweet jam, they'll just scoff at you about how sub-par your taste in music is. Last time I was at the bar til closing time, the bartender was literally so drunk she was LAYING ON THE BAR. Ugh. Classy.
Pros: Good happy hour
Cons: Disrespectful staff
02/14/2008 Posted by phishyeel
First off: I do not work at Common Ground. I have lived in the neighborhood for a few years now and went here for the first time last night. I was very, very happy that I did. It was trivia night, which was a lot of fun. The crowd was perfect: people in their late 20s and early 30s. Not snooty, not too hipsterish, but definitely cool. People would smile and make a space for you if you wanted to squeeze by their chair to order a drink at the bar. The bartenders were efficient and friendly and the drinks were reasonably priced. The seating is comfortable and spacious; I didn't have to stand at all. The bar wasn't crowded, but it wasn't empty either - especially considering the crappy weather. It seems like there is a nice, accepting group of regulars. I like that and may just become one of them. And what's wrong with board games?!
Pros: Cheap & good drinks, good crowd, good service
Cons: Some trivia questions were impossible!
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