Nurse Bettie
A friendly little neighborhood bar with a preference for cocktails and pin-ups.
(646) 257-4288
106 Norfolk St
(at Between Delancey Street and Rivington Street)
New York,
NY
10002
40.7187
-73.9871
Neighborhoods: Downtown, Lower East Side
What People Are Saying About Nurse Bettie
The Owner
Nurse Bettie
Owner
Nurse Bettie is a petite space paying big tribute to the 1950's Americana pin up legends including the infamous Bettie Paige. Nurse Bettie is a bar with aspirations of becoming a neighborhood staple and destination for non- LES'ers. The idea is simple: insanely inexpensive drinks, beautifully done decor, welcoming, vibrant ambiance and good ol' rock and roll. Nurse Bettie is a place of inclusion rather than exclusion. They welcome everyone who wants to have a genuinely good time without the frigidity of your average NYC nightclub, while retaining the cool that it takes to pave your own route in this industry. Nurse Bettie is a sexy, legit dive with an organic feel and a melting pot crowd. You will find everyone from your local celebrity musicians to the Upper East Side banking girl who wants to let her hair down. Nurse Bettie will be nursing all her patrons one drink at a time.
The Editor
Katie Heffernan
Citysearch
In Short
There's an inkling of an old-time peep show in the tinted windows' cut-out keyholes and portraits of 1950s pin-ups provocatively posed. Filling out the rest of the tiny room is a laid-back neighborhood vibe--the punky bartenders hail mostly from CBGBs and at any given moment at least a handful of the patrons are their friends. Order a vodka tonic, and the bartender may turn it around on you, proposing a dash of blueberry or one of their inventive martinis.
User Reviews
dwntwnmixup
May 17, 2007
I really want to be selfish and not give Nurse Bettie all the props it deserves (want to keep this gem my own little secret--once you go, you'll know why). I've been to NB a few times now, and it's always goooood times. The atmposhere is hot ala Bettie Page style pin-ups, the bartenders are not only funny but they're also way cool, and the drink prices are right on. I work in an industry that allows me to sample some of the best, new hot spots, and many times I'm left feeling blah about the experience-pretentious doorman, overpriced & watered down drinks, and a space filled with way too many pretty people. Nurse Bettie breaks the mold. It's destined to be the new LES hotspot.
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crysclausen
April 24, 2007
Super cool, trendy, 50s pin-up style bar with excellent specialty martinis. My favorite is the Bazooka Bettie, their bubblegum martini. Service is very attentive & friendly... definitely worth checking out! And don't forget to check out the bathroom! :)
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spoks
March 27, 2007
Bartender, bouncer and owners have been friendly both times my friends and i have gone here. The decor and entire feel of this small bar is sultry. drinks are on key. the dirty martini and specialty drinks are tasteful. I like this place because it doesnt get too packed to the point where it is elbow to elbow. The burlesque show was very entertaining. must go again!
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Happy Hour:
Thurs, Fri, and Sat, Late Night Happy Hour. 3am-4am 9 beers in bottles including Asahi, Sierra Nevada.
Specialty Cocktails:
The martini menu is still being finalized. In the mean time, try flavors like pear-ginger, bubblegum or the experiment du jour ($9).
On the Menu:
Both beers on tap are Brooklyn brews. There are also five by the bottle (including Newcastle), and a few options for wine drinkers.
The Extras:
Contact the bar about birthday parties beforehand--they'll set you up with a little discount and a hand-stamp system.
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Neighborhood Bars
Payment Methods:
Bar & Pub Special Features:
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Minimum Age:
21
Message from Nurse Bettie
- Specialty Cocktails
- Private Parties & Events
- Renown Happy Hours
Nurse Bettie is a petite space paying big tribute to the 1950's Americana pin up legends including the infamous Bettie Paige. Nurse Bettie is a bar with aspirations of becoming a neighborhood staple and destination for non- LES'ers. The idea is simple: insanely inexpensive drinks, beautifully done decor, welcoming, vibrant ambiance and good ol' rock and roll. Nurse Bettie is a place of inclusion rather than exclusion. They welcome everyone who wants to have a genuinely good time without the frigidity of your average NYC nightclub, while retaining the cool that it takes to pave your own route in this industry. Nurse Bettie is a sexy, legit dive with an organic feel and a melting pot crowd. You will find everyone from your local celebrity musicians to the Upper East Side banking girl who wants to let her hair down. Nurse Bettie will be nursing all her patrons one drink at a time.
