Jazz, murals, and $28 martinis in a bar that hasn't changed since 1947.
Why go
Yes, a martini here costs $28. But you're paying for an experience that hasn't changed in seventy years, and honestly it's worth it once. The crowd skews older and well-dressed, which is part of the charm. Slip in on a Tuesday and you might get a booth. This is the bar you bring someone to when you want to impress them without trying too hard.
Pro Tip
Go on a Tuesday or Wednesday — no cover for the jazz, and you can actually get a seat. Dress smart casual at minimum.
Best Time
Tuesday or Wednesday evening, 7-9pm
Getting There
🚇 6 to 77th St, walk one block west to Madison Ave
Bonus stop nearby
While you're in Upper East Side
The Met is a 10-minute walk south. Or just stroll Madison Ave and window-shop.
Vibe and price
What locals are saying
“Wore a blazer on a Tuesday night, had the whole banquette to myself. Felt like 1955 in the best way.”
— Marcus, Harlem