(212) 488-6600
37 W 17th St
New York,
NY
10009
40.7388
-73.994
Neighborhoods: Flatiron District, Midtown
Last updated 11.15.09
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Lounges
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Bar & Club Special Features:
What People Are Saying About Retreat Lounge
Featured Review
Contributor
Contributor
In Short – Like a secret clearing in an enchanted forest, this sleek lounge pairs simultaneously design-y and natural elements. Tree stumps have been fashioned into side tables, the antler chandeliers are coated in bright red paint, and the custom DJ booth was built to resemble a treehouse. Its well-heeled, R&B-loving crowd, however, wouldn't be caught dead camping out. A seasonal cocktail list with ingredients such as Elder flower and plum puree completes the urban-outdoorsy vibe. – – –
Editor's Tips
- The Extras:
- Retreat is also available for private events. Call for more information.
- Where to Sit:
- Snag space on one of the rich banquettes and watch the nightlife go by. Tables require bottle service.
| ambiance | 100.0% positive |
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|---|---|---|
| drinks | 96.30000114440918% positive |
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| menu variety | 100.0% positive |
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| overall | 91.66999816894531% positive |
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| service | 57.91999816894531% positive |
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| value | 55.56000232696533% positive |
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| wait time | 75.0% positive |
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rat hole
by marcosan at Citysearch
Most likely the grimiest bar/ club I have ever been too. Left after few minutes of getting inside the tiny overcrowded and mainly underage room.
Retreat is the worst venue ever
by MAHOGANY at Citysearch
I was supposed to have a birthday party here and I got there and the door was locked!! I had emails of me and Pete confirming my event and they did nothing to accommodate me. they pulled a no show on a Saturday night! my guests were disappointed and it was the worst and most embarrassing night of my life. I will never step foot in this place again or encourage ANYONE to go here and spend a dime. they are tacky, unprofessional and unethical! never again!!! DO NOT GO HERE!!!!
Avoid!
by cc101 at Citysearch
Wow. I heard such good things about this place. Never again. Watered down overpriced drinks. I like crowds but the space it too crammed. Staff is rude. Music barely ok. Do yourself a favor and find another club.
Retreat is certainly a treat!
by arielle winters at Citysearch
Retreat is the best! I go here all the time and the bouncers are always nice to me. I always have AccessGotham set me up a list, which is a definite plus. My friends and I always do a big walk in of 15 to 20 people.
Retreat is a bit smaller than some of the other venues out there, but everything is top notch. The bartenders mix delicious drinks and are friendly and aren't so damn focused on tips. If there's one spot I always have fun at it's Retreat.
A HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE!
by Mo773 at Citysearch
RETREAT was one of the most horrible places that I have ever been too. The bouncers were the ONLY good thing going on at that location. The drinks sucked, the ambience sucked, the bathroom is located down the longest flight of stairs, obviously awaitng a fall to the bottom. The bartender did not know how to work the crowd and obviously did NOT know when to spot a drunk ass person until they are passed out on the bathroom floor throwing up! Thank God I found a parking spot on the street and got into this jungle for free because I would have been quite upset if I had spent another dime there. It is small, dark , and the bottles were OVER PRICED. The DJ was horrible, not allowing each song to play but 5 seconds before switching it to another one...my night was ruined completely.
DONT GO THERE! IT NOT WORTH A PENNY OF YOUR MONEY! THERE ARE BETTER VENUES YOU CAN ATTEND!
The Details on Retreat Lounge
Place Categories:
- great hot music
- great place
- rude door staff
- very friendly wait staff
- great crowd
- great fun drinks
- great decor
- great dj
- really bad service
- rude people
- best friends bday party
- comfortable lounge
- very bad experience
- bad music
- recommend retreat
- pricey drinks
- rude bouncer
- nice bartender
- worst terrible music sound system
- good space
- best energy
- discustingly rude manager
- great very chill
- great cant
- super friendly doorman

