Corio

In Short – Named for legendary burlesque performer, Anne Corio, this Soho spot looks much like any cozy neighborhood bar at first glance. Up a flight of stairs, however, is a larger space that mixes retro speakeasy decor--ornate wallpaper, red-shaded lamps--with more clubby touches like a DJ booth and lounge seating. Patrons nibble on Mediterranean fare, including octopus salad, rack of lamb and thin-crust pizzas, while waiting for burlesque performances to happen on the raised stage.

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When to Go:: The burlesque shows happen Thursday through Saturday, 10:30pm-4am.
What to Drink:: The "Blood," "Sugar," "Sex" and "Magic" cocktails ($11 each) are inspired by the Red Hot Chili Peppers' album.

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ambiance	100.0% positive	“The burlesque show was great too, it was a fun twist on an ordinary lounge.” “would go back to Corio absolutely for the great food and creative cocktails, but even more so for the changing ambiance and element of surprise.” “The atmosphere was great and the service better.” “The crowd was fun- not too stuck up and not touristy.” “The atmosphere was very warm and comfortable.” “The atmosphere felt like we were in someones really cool mansion.” “excellent food, great music, world-famous dancers & upscale atmosphere with out the attitude=hurry up and checkout Corio!” “Great atmosphere.”
dessert	0.0% positive	“Seriously, I was still chewing my desert and the lights came on full blast.”
drinks	87.5% positive	“She acted like us being at the bar and wanting drinks was a big inconvenience.” “Food and drinks were great, though we only had some apps.” “If you want to go see some crappy show or band and have the management promote beer specials that don't apply to you and horrible service than this is for you.” “Highly entertaining, great drinks, great service” “The food was excellent, the show was hilarious, the service was friendly and the drinks were delicious AND strong.” “Our waitress was extremely nice and helpful, our food was delicious, and the unique drinks were yummy.” “really really loved the roasted candy beets, and the drink called "Magic" is a must!” “The staff was extremely nice and my dinner & drinks (try the zorrita) were a perfect addition to the show.” “The wait staff could not have been nicer and as soon as we were seated our appetizer tiers came which were a nice selection of tasty finger foods that were anything but ordinary bar food I had been expecting.” “First, I ordered one of the signature cocktails, and when the waitress/bartender brought it, she told me she didn't think it was a good drink, and she'd make me another if I didn't like it.” “If you like watered down, over-priced drinks, go to Corio.” “would go back to Corio absolutely for the great food and creative cocktails, but even more so for the changing ambiance and element of surprise.” “have come to Corio several times to both eat and drink and I had a great experience each time.” “If you want to attend a entertaining burlesque show, it will be worth your while, but make sure you eat and drink before you get there, otherwise you will be filled with regret” “With the comfy couches and the wine that kept a-flowin, my friends and I lingered way longer than most people should ever stay at a restaurant.” “The girl who was bar-tending downstairs before the show was terrible, serving us seemed to pain her.”
food quality	95.83000183105469% positive	“The food was fantastic, and not to mention the friendly and efficient service.” “Our dinner was amazing, who knew such wonderfully delicious foods could be served in a pre-fixe menu?” “everyone loved the thin crispy pizza and the steak, and my personal favorite, a real gem, were the bacon wrapped dates.” “would definitely recommend Corio for anyone who is looking to have a memorable night out with friends, great food and beverage service, and see an awesome show!” “was also pleasantly surprised that the food was sooo good.” “The Mediteranian food was so good and they made us our own menu.” “When I remarked to the Manager that my guestes did not enjoy the food, she was not accomadating.” “excellent food, great music, world-famous dancers & upscale atmosphere with out the attitude=hurry up and checkout Corio!” “And while the burlesque performances are awesome, the food DEFINITELY shines at this restaurant- My friends and I feasted on two "tiers" which had select items from the menu.” “would go back to Corio absolutely for the great food and creative cocktails, but even more so for the changing ambiance and element of surprise.” “We ordered our food at 7 - we got the tier, a sampler of 5 of their best appetizers.” “The food was excellent, the show was hilarious, the service was friendly and the drinks were delicious AND strong.” “Several people in our group ordered food and everything was outstanding.” “great food, friendly service, awesome show, unique experience” “The wait staff could not have been nicer and as soon as we were seated our appetizer tiers came which were a nice selection of tasty finger foods that were anything but ordinary bar food I had been expecting.” “The food was FANTASTIC!” “part of corio's menu is their tiers, which is basically a sampling of their featured dishes (delicious bruschetta and succulent popcorn shrimp) which is perfect for large parties.” “The popcorn shrimp were crispy and perfectly spiced; the bruschetta was refreshingly different(lime butter?” “The show was incredible, the performers were outrageous and the food was excellent.” “Our waitress was extremely nice and helpful, our food was delicious, and the unique drinks were yummy.” “steak and that was delicious as well!” “I'm bringing my boyfriend back in a few weeks, I'm sure he'll love it (what's not to love about talented and gorgeous women shakin' it alongside yummy dinner and me by his side egging him on to cheer?)” “The bartender Roland was great, very personable Upstairs was Hot, show & food were AWESOME!” “Be warned: Corio has a good show - but eat a burger before you go!”
menu variety	100.0% positive	“And while the burlesque performances are awesome, the food DEFINITELY shines at this restaurant- My friends and I feasted on two "tiers" which had select items from the menu.” “Our dinner was amazing, who knew such wonderfully delicious foods could be served in a pre-fixe menu?” “First off they have such a wonderful mediterranean menu.” “The wait staff could not have been nicer and as soon as we were seated our appetizer tiers came which were a nice selection of tasty finger foods that were anything but ordinary bar food I had been expecting.” “part of corio's menu is their tiers, which is basically a sampling of their featured dishes (delicious bruschetta and succulent popcorn shrimp) which is perfect for large parties.” “The Mediteranian food was so good and they made us our own menu.”
overall	100.0% positive	“Its a good place to go to dance.”
return potential	100.0% positive	“We'll be back for our next big event!” “would go back to Corio absolutely for the great food and creative cocktails, but even more so for the changing ambiance and element of surprise.”
service	76.1899995803833% positive	“First, I ordered one of the signature cocktails, and when the waitress/bartender brought it, she told me she didn't think it was a good drink, and she'd make me another if I didn't like it.” “Our waitress was extremely nice and helpful, our food was delicious, and the unique drinks were yummy.” “P.S. - If you are a management student , I highly recommend a visit here for some great examples of how NOT to manage a dinner club i.e., ignoring customers ,, disappearing wait staff, etc.” “The staff was extremely nice and my dinner & drinks (try the zorrita) were a perfect addition to the show.” “The wait staff could not have been nicer and as soon as we were seated our appetizer tiers came which were a nice selection of tasty finger foods that were anything but ordinary bar food I had been expecting.” “If you want to go see some crappy show or band and have the management promote beer specials that don't apply to you and horrible service than this is for you.” “Several people in our group ordered food and everything was outstanding.” “will say that these service issues did leave a bad taste in my mouth, especially since is not a cheap place.” “The atmosphere was great and the service better.” “The food was excellent, the show was hilarious, the service was friendly and the drinks were delicious AND strong.” “then after he said "no need to be rude about it" , she kept going screaming, "i own this block , you F%$^&kin idiot” “The waitress said that the chef likes to 'take his time' and apologized.” “great food, friendly service, awesome show, unique experience” “Went there Friday night for the Burlesque show hosted by Murray Hill with some friends and were met with terribly rude service!” “would definitely recommend Corio for anyone who is looking to have a memorable night out with friends, great food and beverage service, and see an awesome show!” “The food was fantastic, and not to mention the friendly and efficient service.” “As a native New Yorker, I cant believe such horrible service would come out of such a supposedly highly rated venue” “It is such a good space for 25 people.” “The bartender Roland was great, very personable Upstairs was Hot, show & food were AWESOME!” “With the comfy couches and the wine that kept a-flowin, my friends and I lingered way longer than most people should ever stay at a restaurant.” “Highly entertaining, great drinks, great service”
value	50.0% positive	“will say that these service issues did leave a bad taste in my mouth, especially since is not a cheap place.” “will spend my money elsewhere and do not recommend this venue.” “why we paid the big bucks!” “If you want to attend a entertaining burlesque show, it will be worth your while, but make sure you eat and drink before you get there, otherwise you will be filled with regret”

07/20/09

YOU NEED TO FIX MS "IT MY VENUE" 's ATTITUDE

by Greeneny

I have never been so humiliated in my life from the rudest and crudest Bar Maid who first gives me the high sign to proceed upstairs and then chases after me with two others and proceeds to threaten me demanding a "ticket" ... I was actually meeting up with people who were already sitting at a table watching the show.

If this idiot who later claimed "this is my venue" is the owner, this place will be gone very soon. If she's an employee, she should be fired immediately. If she's just promoting there, the owners would be wise to keep her far away. Even one of the others who seemed to be taking orders from her apologized to me when she was out of earshot. While I was waiting for my GF who had been sitting at the table to come join me outside - not wnting her to spend a nickel in this place - the Bar Maid continued her rant threatneing to call the police no less. I've been living in Soho for almost 30 years and seen plces come and go. I'm a native NYer and I can tell the difference between "attitude" and outrageous unacceptable behavior. If it wasn't as bad as I'm describing it here, I wouldn't waste my time warning anyone who has any idea to check out the Burlesque on Friday nights, what and who they may encounter. Hopefully, someone will read this and "Ms Its My Venue" ends up where she belongs ...

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Pros: NOTHING
Cons: Attitude

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06/02/09

RUDE , OBNOXIOUS OWNER

by drdkulla

i never write reviews , but this time i was compelled to. i was there on my birthday and the owner was sooooo rude and arrogant. someone made a nice comment to her , she snapped back in a nasty nasty way. then after he said "no need to be rude about it" , she kept going screaming, "i own this block , you F%$^&kin idiot". honestly , even if you do own the block (which you don't) who cares? if your going to be in the bar business you need to be nice to people. we were about to drop an easy $700 in bottle service , until that happened. don't be fooled by the cheesy burlesque show (which lasted 3 minutes) drinks are over priced and under poured. skip this place.

Pros: NONE
Cons: rude owner , doormen and over priced under poured drinks

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05/29/09

Don't bother

by dinnerfor6

If you want to go see some crappy show or band and have the management promote beer specials that don't apply to you and horrible service than this is for you.

Bud Lights for 3 dollars but every other beer they charge 8 bucks. No sense what so ever.....

And to top it off the place is dirty.

Pros: None
Cons: Too many to list

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10/24/08

bridge and tunnel

by foshiznit

If you are over the age of 25, i would not recommend this place... seems a bit seedy, and full of jerseyites...

Pros: none
Cons: expensive, seedy, low ceilings - gross

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10/24/08

Fantastic Show, Questionable service.

by TheWeez

I had friends visiting from out of town last weekend and decided to take them to Corio for "This Is Burlesque". The show was amazing, The entire cast is highly entertaining, all in all I would have to say this is hands down the best burlesque show in town. There were two buzz kills for me though, which is why I only gave 4 stars. The girl who was bar-tending downstairs before the show was terrible, serving us seemed to pain her. She acted like us being at the bar and wanting drinks was a big inconvenience. The second downer was that literally seconds after the show ended we were getting pushed out the door. Seriously, I was still chewing my desert and the lights came on full blast.

The show is great, the girls are all gorgeous and the host is out of control. I will say that these service issues did leave a bad taste in my mouth, especially since is not a cheap place.

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07/20/09

YOU NEED TO FIX MS "IT MY VENUE" 's ATTITUDE

by Greeneny

06/02/09

RUDE , OBNOXIOUS OWNER

by drdkulla

05/29/09

Don't bother

by dinnerfor6

10/24/08

bridge and tunnel

by foshiznit

10/24/08

Fantastic Show, Questionable service.

by TheWeez

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