B Flat
New York, NY 10013
Phone: (212) 219-2970
- Cross Street:
- Between Franklin Street and White Street
- Directions:
- 1 at Franklin St; A, C, E at Canal St
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 5pm-4am
Editorial Review for B Flat – by Lynn Suhrie
In Short
Owned and run by a pack of Angel's Share expats, this dark wood-paneled downstairs lounge bills itself as an "authentic bar." That means the straight-lined, Tokyo-style bar fronts a mesmerizing array of liquors, the deep, high-backed booths make good conversation spots, and each drink is carefully and lovingly crafted. Ask one of the masterful bartenders for a Groovy: shiso-infused vodka mixed with yuzu juice, garnished with a shiso leaf, and cooled with hand-chiseled ice chunks.
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Insider Tips
Food ServedStave off hunger pangs with the small plate menu, which includes deep-fried spring rolls stuffed with unagi, kabayaki, avocado, mozzarella, and shiso; and grilled Berkshire pork with enoki and Tokyo scallion miso garlic sauce.
The ExtrasThe very civilized "no standing" rule ensures that hordes of beer-swilling frat boys won't crowd the bar.
User Reviews for B Flat
02/10/2008 Posted by elicaskye
Hands down, the best-made cocktails in Tribeca. I came to this easy-to-miss underground spot on a recommendation from a manager/friend of mine at The Brandy Library (also excellent). Outstanding cocktails made with old world perfection. Just sit at the bar and gaze, as they literally craft your drink...reminiscent of care taken by the boys at the Waldorf and the Plaza (when it used to exist). Do not leave without trying the Misty. For scotch/whiskey lovers, I recommend an Ardbeg Single Malt. I was pleasantly surprised that B Flat serves Midleton Very Rare Irish Whiskey - hard to locate in the city, especially for the not-so-Irish.
Pros: Exceptional cocktails, underground, old-world charm, jazz ambiance
Cons: The phone number and address are public
11/30/2007 Posted by jsp424
i went there last night with friends and had the best time! the music and vibe is great. the staff is very attentive and friendly as well. we started out at the bar and had some great cocktails...then moved to a booth where we ordered some appetizers. i highly suggest starting the evening off with a bellini...their take on this champagne cocktail. b flat is a great place to be with friends for a fun evening.
