Flute Midtown
New York, NY 10019-5500
Phone: (212) 265-5169
- Cross Street:
- Between Broadway and Seventh Avenue
- Directions:
- 1 at 50th St; B, D; E at 7th Ave
- Hours:
- Sun-Wed 5pm-2am, Thu 5pm-3am, Fri-Sat 5pm-4am
Editorial Review for Flute Midtown – by Ilana Simons
The Scene
This old speakeasy still has the original winding alcoves and the trap door where the bootleggers used to quickly dump their liquor. Now the alluring bar is stocked with the antithesis of throw-away booze: 100 types of champagne, 10 available by the glass.
The Draw
The place is still charged with the energy of criminal diva Texas Guinan, who used to hold court here with her seances and parties in the '20s. Present owner Herve Rousseau--who opened the bar in 1997 with Francois Fourrier--is also a romantic character; he earned his fame as a college student in France by hosting weekend parties on his boat on the Seine. His menu ranges from high-end foie gras and spring rolls to French chocolates and cigars. Crystal flutes from Baccarat and other treasures fill the walls, but even in the lap of luxury, the staff is down-home friendly.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasMove from a multitude of champagnes to a vast array of vodkas at the Russian Vodka Room.
Know Before You GoFind more midtown nightlife destinations.
User Reviews for Flute Midtown
04/12/2008 Posted by sweetsara75
Flute is so cozy it's one of my favorite lounges. There are so many little romantic corners that it's a great date spot. They also have some bigger spaces for groups- I had my birthday party there and we all had a great time. I love the Antoinette cocktail it's so yummy! and the tomato parmesean tart is delicious. They even serve strawberries and cream as a dessert and what goes better with champagne than that?!
Pros: Great cocktails and delicious appetizers
Cons: A little small so make a reservation
03/09/2008 Posted by maggie718
My boyfriend took me there last saturday and we had a really nice expereince. The cocktails were amazing, and the service was fantastic. Our waiter was very nice and recommended one of the best drinks I've had. The music was great! This is definatly a fun place to go. I'll definatly be coming back. The only cons are it was hard to get a table and they need to turn the lights up a little.
