Bemelmans Bar
Hotel Bar and Cocktail Bar$$$$
Upper East Side, New York
This hotel bar is famous for their jazz music. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Love the artwork on the walls by Ludwig Bemelman!"(7 Tips)
"The Passion Royale was definitely my favorite!"(4 Tips)
"Drink martinis and classic cocktails while listening to live music"(5 Tips)
"Stop in, unwind, listen to some amazing live jazz."(4 Tips)
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Cynthia CollinsDecember 8, 2009Take a day off. Arrive here around 3:00. Meet Tommy. Order a drink. Any drink. Talk to Tommy. Read more
Mark MunroNovember 13, 2017Great tequila manhattan and piece sour. Steep prices, but definitely a spot with history.
Duncan MilneOctober 30, 2010If you win enough money from playing "spot the hooker" you'll be able to pay the cover charge
My favorite place to go when you want upscale atmosphere and lovely jazzy music. If you order a martini, you get a second one on the side!
Micki MaynardAugust 27, 2009Go after a black tie event. Marvel at Madeleine. Sip martinis. Is that Tony Bennett in the corner?
Michelle CMay 28, 2016Very expensive upscale establishment. Expect to pay $25 per mixed drink and $10+ for domestic beer. Unless you're wealthy, there are far better values out there.
Michael PerelmanOctober 21, 2009one of the great UPE bars with old school tunes, piano and cocktails- Madame VinoNovember 29, 2014Excelente lugar para tomarte un trago y descubrir la época dorada de New York. Todo un clásico. Elegante, cozy y perfecto para los amantes del jazz.
محمد السجاNovember 7, 2014Great atmosphere and the best sliders on earth! ذوق و فن و برقر مهبول و كورة سعودية .... خلها خليجيه و قولوا يالله يالله....
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Best remembered as creator of the classic Madeline books for children, Ludwig Bemelmans once joked he'd like his tombstone to read: "Tell Them It Was Wonderful." Well, it was, and still is, at Bemelmans Bar. Named in honor of the legendary artist, Bemelmans is a timeless New York watering hole.
Open until 1:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon, Sun
- Noon–Midnight
- Tue–Thu
- Noon–12:30 AM
- Fri–Sat
- Noon–1:00 AM
(212) 744-1600
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. MasterCard & American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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