(212) 505-2583
196 2nd Ave
(12th Street)
New York,
NY
10003
40.731136
-73.985823
Neighborhoods: Downtown, East Village
Blue Owl
What People Are Saying About Blue Owl Cocktail Room
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.
04/20/09
Best Coctails in NYC!
by GroovyChik
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.
- Pros: drinks menu, food, atmosphere
- Cons: none...
04/08/09
Great Cocktail Den
by lilyflower326
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!
- Pros: amazing cocktails
- Cons: did walk past it at first!
04/08/09
Chic Cocktail lounge
by jessag314
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 :)
The Details on Blue Owl Cocktail Room
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.
Category:
Minimum Age:
21
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