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90 W Houston St
New York, NY 10012 40.727 -74.0002

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Neighborhoods: SoHo, Downtown

Last updated 4.13.10

Category:

Bars & Pubs , Nightclubs , Bars & Clubs , Taverns , Lounges

Payment Methods:

Cash

Bar & Club Type of Music:

Latin , Jazz

Bar & Club Special Features:

Live Music , Romantic Nightlife

What People Are Saying About Zinc Bar

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The Scene – Nestled in an easy-to-miss nook on Houston Street, Zinc Bar ushers guests through plush red velvet curtains to a cramped yet cozy front room that throbs with the band's every beat. Should it be romance you're looking for, the back room is an airy oasis where the music is muted and speaking above a whisper is akin to blasphemy. – – The Draw – Patrons span a range of ages--and many of them are regulars, drawn to the rhythms of an eclectic assortment of standard jazz (Mondays, featuring the Zinc House Jazz Band) and Latin and Brazilian jazz (Samba Sundays).…

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Know Before You Go:
No matter what, you'll pay a $5 cover and required to order one drink. Those seated at tables in the live music room must order two.
ambiance
77.77999877929688% positive
  1. We got seats and have a great view of the gorgeous Mariani singing Bossa Nova.
  2. The staff is attentive and friendly, and the vibe is fun.
  3. The atmosphere is nice and cozy with a slightly cramped feel if your neighbors are rude.
  4. The downside is the seating is a bit cramped and not all that comfortable, and the drinks are a bit pricey.
  5. The back room where we were seated is cozy, but you are no way exposed to the live entertainment.
  6. Although the space is much larger (including better bathroom facilities which were much needed), it now longer has the same cool atmosphere.
drinks
50.0% positive
  1. went on a date to this place, so my friend he looked this great bar online and the music should be great since the advertised ethno Jazz.
  2. The server is always nice and the fact that she can remember everyones drink is amazing to me.
  3. never mind that the pushy waitress kept bugging us because there was a minimum of TWO drinks!
  4. The downside is the seating is a bit cramped and not all that comfortable, and the drinks are a bit pricey.
  5. do NOT recommend this bar.
  6. My date and I were there 45 minutes, the entertainment was poor, the drinks mediocre, and I felt the staff will try to weasle every penny they can.
overall
100.0% positive
  1. For people who love good music, this is a great place.
  2. probably the best place in nyc to enjoy brazilian song (and a little bit of dance).
service
74.07000064849854% positive
  1. Awesome jazz - close and friendly
  2. never mind that the pushy waitress kept bugging us because there was a minimum of TWO drinks!
  3. Drinks are not too bad, although the waitress told me my champagne was $6, then proceeded to charge me $10.
  4. The server is always nice and the fact that she can remember everyones drink is amazing to me.
  5. The atmosphere is nice and cozy with a slightly cramped feel if your neighbors are rude.
  6. My date and I were there 45 minutes, the entertainment was poor, the drinks mediocre, and I felt the staff will try to weasle every penny they can.
  7. best of all was the attentive service.
  8. The staff is attentive and friendly, and the vibe is fun.
  9. For people who love good music, this is a great place.
value
0.0% positive
  1. The downside is the seating is a bit cramped and not all that comfortable, and the drinks are a bit pricey.
wait time
0.0% positive
  1. My date and I were there 45 minutes, the entertainment was poor, the drinks mediocre, and I felt the staff will try to weasle every penny they can.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/10/10

It has moved to Third street and it is even better!

by majorjazzfan at Citysearch

The vibe is thick with history; they say this was one of Billie Holliday's spots and you can definitely feel it in the walls. There is an eclectic music program with a big dose of Samba-Jazz. The more I go the more I feel at home and love it.

  • Pros: Its a part of what makes New York special.
  • Cons: Hard to grab a table.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/11/09

World class music

by dougtree at Citysearch

Love the new space, even though I miss the intimacy from the old one -it's great to see bands now with 6-12 pieces, which they never could have fit in the old space. Been there a few nights now and have been amazed at the quality of music each and every time. The staff is attentive and friendly, and the vibe is fun. Definitely recommend a visit. On west 3rd street now.

  • Pros: Great music friendly staff
  • Cons: Difficult to find
2 Star Rating: Below Average

04/28/09

Not the same......

by midgemini at Citysearch

When I heard that the Zinc Bar had moved, I was concerned that the change in locale might spoil it's great vibe. Unfortunately it was far worse than I could have imagined. Although the space is much larger (including better bathroom facilities which were much needed), it now longer has the same cool atmosphere. Admittedly, I was there on a Monday, a slower night, but it had the air of the sort of jazz club that the tourist bus might pull up too. Most of the clientele were elderly and the two acts were just plain bad.....a first in my years as a patron. How sad. It might still be worth it for a notable act, but not for hanging out.

  • Pros: better bathrooms, very good waitress
  • Cons: cheezy vibe
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/05/09

Best music club in NY!!!!

by jazzbirdnyc at Citysearch

Hey did any one know that Zinc Bar is in a new location? They're now on West 3rd Street. The music, the vibe, the space is even better than ever!!!!!

  • Pros: Great music for just dollars
  • Cons: None
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

12/10/07

cosy dive where u will thrive

by stylealberini at Citysearch

had a great time at zinc bar. the music was great. probably the best place in nyc to enjoy brazilian song (and a little bit of dance). though the band could have benefitted from a little bit more organisation, talent was there. best of all was the attentive service. cocktail waitress and bar tender made one feel welcome and comfortable and added to the excitement. i would highly recommend this place whether u like brazilian music or not. it is fun and relaxing to hang out with friends or even alone

The Details on Zinc Bar

Place Categories:

  • great good music
  • great place
  • like jazz
  • nice atmosphere
  • mediocre drinks
  • outstanding jazz band
  • attentive staff
  • great view
  • attentive service
  • rude neighbors
  • always nice server
  • great ther peformance
  • best nights
  • recommend definitely
  • poor entertainment
  • recommended highly
  • recommend not
  • best music club
  • cozy back room
  • enjoy brazilian song
  • terrible experience
  • pushy waitress
  • fun vibe
  • great bar online
  • great new york spot
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