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Apothèke

Apothèke

Cocktail Bar and Speakeasy$$$$
Chinatown, New York
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    This cocktail bar is famous for their hidden spots. It's one of the most popular in the city!
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    Becca B.
    "live jazz from BK and try the Sitting Buddha"(12 Tips)
    Irena C.
    "If you are in the mood for a great tasting drink try a Dr. Ruth."(10 Tips)
    Meg F.
    "Delicious cocktails and great live jazz music on Monday nights."(17 Tips)
    What's Up New York
    "The aphrodisiac drinks are amazing!"(10 Tips)
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  • Marissa W.
    Marissa WindowJuly 8, 2011
    Don't let the outside fool you, this place is a complete gem & the drinks are pure heaven. Note: There is a $30 minimum for cards & most drinks go for $15, so bringing cash is ideal.
  • Men's Health Mag
    Men's Health MagAugust 3, 2014
    This erstwhile opium den serves "prescriptions" rather than drinks, and concocts them with apothecary tools. Depending on how your date's going, you'll either want an "aphrodisiac" or a "painkiller." Read more
  • omar
    omarDecember 21, 2012
    Stay on menu. Or with something they previously had on menu. I strayed with an idea of my own and the execution was not great. But the on menu stuff, which they practice and perfect, is very well done
  • Jole P.heart icon on user image
    Jole PAugust 18, 2019
    Really cool interior and interesting cocktails!! Fun dancey vibes at night as well
  • Marc A.heart icon on user image
    Marc AafjesMarch 3, 2015
    Great atmosphere, interesting live music, and amazing cocktails! Try any of them, they're all good.
  • Josephine S.
    Josephine SonMarch 27, 2015
    Oldie but goodie. Sexy vibe and amazing cocktails. Haven't been in a while, I've missed this place!
  • Lauren B.heart icon on user image
    Lauren BastianNovember 22, 2015
    Was not allowed in because I had on sneakers (even though my boyfriend with Tom's was fine). Later, the bouncer wasn't by the door and I was able to get in. Glad I did be cause it was a great time!
  • Katerina A.
    Katerina AthanasiouMarch 5, 2016
    Loved the cocktails , Dr Ruth is a must! Also amaazing atmosphere. Hidden gem in china town
  • Al L.heart icon on user image
    Al LoNovember 22, 2016
    Amazing craft cocktails and live music. You'll feel like you're in a different hemisphere.
  • Chet M.heart icon on user image
    Chet ManciniDecember 7, 2014
    Insanely great cocktails in a unique setting. Beware dress code: No sneakers. Street looks creepy outside but fabulous inside.
  • TenantKing.com
    TenantKing.comAugust 6, 2014
    If you're a fan of original cocktails, this is the place for you with it's extensive list of drinks to choose from.
  • Christine A.
    Christine AdamissionDecember 7, 2014
    Such unique drinks. The gin one, Eden something, is fantastic, so many flavors and depth.
  • Saima S.
    Saima SirajApril 12, 2016
    The most imaginative mixed drinks around the local area! Such a cool, insider sort of spot.. http://goo.gl/uJbkHR
  • Sinan O.heart icon on user image
    Sinan OncelerSeptember 11, 2015
    A secret chemistry lab like bar with different cocktails. Tokyo drift is my favorite one.
  • Benheart icon on user image
    BenMarch 5, 2015
    Get an excellent cocktail, maybe something with scotch and see where things go. Always a good spot post 10:30
  • Elizabeth Jill T.heart icon on user image
    Elizabeth Jill TamayoOctober 28, 2015
    Awesome cocktails! Thank God the bar tender from the Tequila Bar right next door hooked us up!
  • Olivier S.heart icon on user image
    Olivier S.May 7, 2016
    Great cocktail place in an unexpected location.
  • Aaron J.
    Aaron JonesMay 16, 2015
    The environment is attractive and the menu is filled with innovative drink descriptions. The issue with Apotheke is in the execution. Manhattan has a lot of bars that do it better for less $$$.
  • Alice M.
    Alice MolinariJanuary 7, 2013
    Absolutely fantastic drinks & atmosphere. A bit expensive but definitely worth it. Not a single bad cocktail!
  • Nidhi K.heart icon on user image
    Nidhi KayJune 8, 2019
    Great drinks cool ambience really good music love this speakeasy
  • emma t.heart icon on user image
    emma tangorenAugust 21, 2013
    pick your poison-- errr, prescription-- and enjoy. great spot in chinatown
  • Jasonheart icon on user image
    JasonJanuary 31, 2015
    Didn't love my drink, but awesome atmosphere and specialty cocktail selection, on a neat little street in Chinatown.
  • Kendall S.
    Kendall SmithJune 8, 2012
    After the Fall and Chilean Sun are the best... But try all the others too, they actually put extreme effort into making your drinks--#best.
  • Genco Orkun G.heart icon on user image
    Genco Orkun GencJuly 3, 2015
    The recent sign on the brown door says chemist. Kings Landing is pretty much like an Old Fashioned yet it blew my mind.
  • Luke
    LukeMarch 15, 2015
    The speakeasy lives! Mandatory coat check is a good call because this place is usually packed
  • Jackson I.heart icon on user image
    Jackson IsaacsonOctober 22, 2016
    Incredible cocktails, great weeknight vibe with occasional live music.
  • Michelle C.
    Michelle CoudonJune 21, 2012
    Try the perfectly frothy Peg Flip #cocktail on Prohibition Wed. It's the bee's knees! http://michellec.tv
  • Sam W.heart icon on user image
    Sam WinnickFebruary 17, 2015
    Awesome and fun mixology bar/lounge just a little random as far as location goes.
  • Eleanett P.heart icon on user image
    Eleanett PérezJune 12, 2016
    amazing place and delicious and creative drinks! Highly recommend it!
  • Jimmy L.heart icon on user image
    Jimmy LuOctober 23, 2018
    Good vibe and great, strong drinks! Buzzed af right now
  • Kim P.
    Kim PhamNovember 5, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Order an indulgent cocktail, cozy up on one of the couches, and fall in love with the music + ambiance.
  • Katie B.heart icon on user image
    Katie BurrAugust 22, 2014
    The dolce vita is amazing but it is $18 so come prepared to spend more, but the cocktails are unbelievable!
  • Lucy H.heart icon on user image
    Lucy H.October 26, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Live music can be loud, so not ideal for conversation. Amazing cocktails though!
  • Graham L.heart icon on user image
    Graham LindnerJanuary 6, 2016
    Great cocktails and atmosphere. Shady alley approach makes for a great date surprise.
  • Duygu T.
    Duygu TunaFebruary 28, 2016
    Bloody awesome !! One of the shocking places that I've enjoyed in NYC !
  • Elysia B.heart icon on user image
    Elysia BandongApril 18, 2016
    Great date spit off the beaten path in Chinatown. Best micheladas I ever had!
  • David HOHME H.
    David HOHME HeyermanSeptember 13, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Some of the best drinks in the city and if u happen to be here on a Monday or Friday... You're most likely listening to my music :) -@hohme
  • drew t.heart icon on user image
    drew tarvinJune 8, 2015
    Incredibly knowledgeable mixologists willing to share how they decide on what to mix.
  • Antoine M.heart icon on user image
    Antoine MoreauOctober 2, 2017
    Hidden gem in Chinatown, delicious cocktails, nice vibe and lively crowd
  • Derek T. K.heart icon on user image
    Derek T. KuSeptember 15, 2015
    Awesome jazz music on Wednesdays.
  • Alissa L.heart icon on user image
    Alissa LudanskaaApril 29, 2016
    Loved the place and how u get there; didn't hit quite the spot with the cocktails
  • Anna O.heart icon on user image
    Anna OhareNovember 25, 2014
    No excess bags allowed, check them in and order an amazing drink, but skip the ones with kale as a main ingredient!
  • Monica S.heart icon on user image
    Monica StangleApril 15, 2016
    Amazing!!! A must try for anyone.
  • Gary T.
    Gary TorielloJuly 25, 2015
    Look for the "Chemist" sign for the entrance to this speakeasy.
  • Kevin G.heart icon on user image
    Kevin GrantSeptember 29, 2018
    Pricey, but all the bartenders all wear lab coats. Could be the right trade off depending on your night
  • Patrick K.heart icon on user image
    Patrick KanaleyMay 31, 2015
    Among the best cocktails I've had. These guys are talented mixologists.
  • Tim d.
    Tim de GierSeptember 23, 2012
    Chique yet happy. Go here on monday-night and have a cocktail while listening to their great live jazz.
  • Katharine H.
    Katharine HardisonJuly 7, 2013
    Great speakeasy-feel cocktail lounge. You'll get a great drink from lab-coat clad mixologists.
  • David M.heart icon on user image
    David MatheyOctober 3, 2018
    The best speakeasy bar! Cocktails and live music
  • Jade B.
    Jade Bailey-AssamSeptember 4, 2012
    Excellent ambiance and cocktails. Try the Bees Knees
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