Blue Owl Cocktail Room
An East Village bar gilds itself for the nocturnal cocktail crowd.
(212) 505-2583
196 2nd Ave
(at 12th Street)
New York,
NY
10003
40.731136
-73.985823
Neighborhoods: East Village, Downtown
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The Owner
Blue Owl Cocktail Room
Owner
New York City's Best Parties and Cocktails Blue Owl Cocktail Room is the rare bird that features both New York City's Best Cocktails and Best Parties. Our sexy, plush design and Nightly DJs ensure that you feel the Owl's smooth, easy party vibe from the moment you walk in the door. Come try our new Spring '09 Specialty Cocktail Menu!
Blue Owl has been voted winner of "Best Cocktails" for two consecutive years by CityGuide, and also hosts the "Best Party in NYC" , in addition to being hailed as a "Top Wednesday Night Hotspot" by BlackBook Magazine. Blue Owl is about a whole lot of love! A love of good people, good cocktails and good times, and welcomes reservations for private and semi-private parties of 10 to 120.
The Editor
Katie Heffernan
Citysearch
A staircase descent delivers neighborhood night owls into a golden-lit, cave-like cocktail den. Amber spotlights flare against rough stone walls and reflect upon the low bronzed ceilings and copper-plated bar for a sexy, Old World aura. On weekends, the well-dressed clientele might slosh around specialty martinis while eking out elbowroom or positioning for the pick-up, but weekdays allow for civil conversation on embellished pressed-tin banquets and cushy suede chairs, seemingly configured for intimate chats.
User Reviews
GroovyChik
April 20, 2009
This place is awesome! The vibe is cool, laid-back and just the right amount of hip and chic. The drinks are incredible - probably the most creative and esoteric coctail menu around. the mixologists are genius!!! Try the Ellison... The back private party room is super cool - it even has a double sided mirror so you can see out into the lounge. Highly recommend it for private parties or just having a few with some friends. Comfy seating and some nice private areas as well.
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lilyflower326
April 08, 2009
I have been to Blue Owl before...but not since the summer. On Monday they had this amazing party to launch their new cocktail menu. Well everything was just as i expected and more! The crowd was upscale, attractive, and def an after work crowd. The cocktails are just terrific. They are very inventive and not something that you can find anywhere else. I have also been here on a date and it was a perfect atmosphere for that as well. This is really a great place to relax (that is not pretentious) and have a few amazing drinks!
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jessag314
April 08, 2009
I went here with my friend and was quite impressed. It is a hidden hot spot. You go down the stairs and are pleasantly surprised. The bartenders and cocktail waitresses are very friendly and attentive. When I was there a Dj was spinning good music and i tried exotic drinks that are the Blue Owls own creations. I had a delish martini made with cucumbers, it was so refreshing. Perfect for the summer. Then I tried a rasberry infused cocktail which was just as delish. I definitely recommend this place for a private party, happy hour, date spot where you can order specialty cocktails and martinis, after work spot. It is great for everything!!! Plus I met the owner which was an added bonus. He is super nice and really cares about his customers :)
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Save Money:
From 5pm to 8pm every day, all specialty cocktails (usually $12) and well drinks are just $5; on Wednesday, happy hour runs 'til midnight.
On the Menu:
Classically inspired cocktails include a martini named for Roosevelt and a scotch mixture for the Scottish poet Bobby Burns. Cheeses, smoked meats and olives make up the hors d'oeuvres options.
The Extras:
A long, skinny room fits small private parties--with a speakeasy-style separate entrance and secret password--and can accommodate a different soundtrack from the live nightly DJ in the main room.
Save Money:
From 5pm to 8pm on weekdays, select specialty cocktails and all well drinks are just $6; on Wednesday, the "Hump" party runs 'til 3am with assorted drink specials until midnight.
On the Menu:
Classically inspired cocktails include a martini named for father of Prohibition Andrew Volstead, and a gin mixture that honors Ralph Ellison (author of "The Invisible Man"). Cheeses, smoked meats and olives make up a nice assortment of hors d'oeuvres.
The Extras:
A long, skinny room fits small private parties--with a speakeasy-style separate entrance--and can accommodate a different soundtrack from the live nightly DJ in the main room.
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Singles Bars, Lounges
Payment Methods:
Bar & Pub Special Features:
Martinis, Drink Specials, Happy Hour, Bar Menu
Bar & Club Special Features:
DJ, After Hours, Romantic Nightlife, Specialty Cocktails, Date Spot
Minimum Age:
21
Message from Blue Owl Cocktail Room
- Unbelievable Cocktails
- East Village's Hottest Lounge
- Amazing Happy Hour Specials
New York City's Best Parties and Cocktails Blue Owl Cocktail Room is the rare bird that features both New York City's Best Cocktails and Best Parties. Our sexy, plush design and Nightly DJs ensure that you feel the Owl's smooth, easy party vibe from the moment you walk in the door. Come try our new Spring '09 Specialty Cocktail Menu!
Blue Owl has been voted winner of "Best Cocktails" for two consecutive years by CityGuide, and also hosts the "Best Party in NYC" , in addition to being hailed as a "Top Wednesday Night Hotspot" by BlackBook Magazine. Blue Owl is about a whole lot of love! A love of good people, good cocktails and good times, and welcomes reservations for private and semi-private parties of 10 to 120.
