We are big fans of Murray’s Cheese Bar and prior to that Murray’s Cheese Shop. When Murray’s Cheese Bar opened, we couldn’t wait to give it a try. We’ve been there countless times and somehow missed doing a write-up! Murray’s … Continue reading →
Rye House has been open since late 2009 and we’ve been there countless times over the years. They opened at the time of the specialty liquor craze along with places like Madam Geneva or Mayahuel (gin and tequila, respectively). Rye … Continue reading →
Remember XR Bar on the NE corner of Houston and Sullivan? The newest iteration is Rogue and Cannon, opened by Johnny Swet and Larry Poston of Jimmy at the James Hotel. This dive bar is now a stylish looking pub … Continue reading →
The Headless Horseman seems like an impeccable restoration of an old building, but having been in the former space, this was all created. Recycled wood covers the ceilings and walls, exposed brick, faux crumbling doorways, metal chandeliers and gaslights create … Continue reading →
Milady’s Bar in Soho is a classic dive bar. It is a gem still standing in a gentrified and shopified neighborhood. The Red Bench, our former Sullivan Street stand-by dive bar has been closed down. It was a long time … Continue reading →
2013 Ranstead St. – Rittenhouse Square Cocktail Bar The Ranstead Room is part of the Starr Restaurant Group, whose reach includes Morimoto and Buddakhan right here in NYC. This little ‘hidden’ speakeasy is not such a secret. But it sort … Continue reading →
