Sweetwater Social
(Now Closed)Cocktail Bar, Bar, and Lounge$$$$
Greenwich Village, New York
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Tons of seating, vaguely romantic but good for groups, foosball, shuffleboard, and tasty strong cocktails. Get Bouquet #2 (scotch), Sho'gun (mezcal), and Dirty Hipster (rye). Tues-fri 5-8pm happy hour
ᴡ YoungNovember 28, 2018I love this place. It has a speakeasy vibe but in the meantime you can dance, watch TV and play games! The crowd is beautiful and I like the shared cocktail big bowls. Perfect for a group and a date.
Karl With A "K"February 10, 2016Great place with solid happy hour specials. They also have a nice downstairs lounge in addition to the upstairs area. It's also close to the Bleecker Street subway station.
Ms HeleneMarch 8, 2014Expertly mixed cocktails - the Ivan Drago was the best! Good selection of gourmet bar snacks, friendly service, good music and a shuffleboard make for good times at this underground spot
New York PostSeptember 1, 2014The cocktail menu has been designed on a New York City subway map with each stop offering a cocktail reminiscent of the ’hood, including a gin-based “Day at the Races” for the Aqueduct stop. Read more
Adrienne SDecember 17, 2014Solid, low key cocktail bar complete with big screen TVs & foosball tables. Finally sports & good drinks together in one place.
CBS New YorkJune 15, 2015They're serving a special Whisky 'Buck' cocktail made with Seagrams, ginger syrup, honey, fresh lemon juice, and topped with crystallized ginger during NYC Cocktail Week (July 13th through the 17th). Read more
Victoria NatenzonMay 3, 2014My new "spot" especially since it's basically in the basement of my apt building. Cocktails + shuffleboard + foosball = good time. Fun date spot or just to hang with friends.
Love the shuffleboard and foosball (at no cost), surprisingly good food menu, and of course the drinks...though I think there is room for improvement in the beer/wine offerings.
Julie BiAugust 11, 2014Cool spot for a group with inventive cocktails - Wu-tea-ki is good and comes in a coffee mug. They also have foosball, shuffleboard, and a photobooth!
Ryan AmbsNovember 23, 2014Much better than its predecessor. It's almost a few bars within a bar with a gaming section, couch section and high top bar section. Something for everyone!- DoubleDeuceFebruary 20, 2016It's impossible to not feel transported out of the oddness of this section of Broadway when you make your way down the stairs to a much larger space than you might imagine. Great for small groups.
Eric FriedmanMarch 16, 2014Try the Ivan Drago - it's basically a dark and stormy but with a 80's iron curtain kick of ginger.
A mix between sports bar and speakeasy. Try the Wu-Tea-Kai or the Ivan Drago while playing some shuffleboard. They put sports on the TV, but no one really watches.
Tasting TableAugust 21, 2014The Greenwich Village bar has a playful cocktail list printed on a subway map with New York neighborhood-inspired drinks. Check it out. Read more
Fiona AdamsMarch 20, 2014Amazing cocktails! Really fun cool atmosphere. Great place to hangout with a group and play shuffleboard.
Amanda GianninotoFebruary 16, 2015Sports bar meets speak easy. Bartenders are very knowledgeable. Come later in the evening for some energy. Will definitely be back.
Andrew CMarch 21, 2017Strong, but expensive (as expected) drinks!!!! There are some fun games too - foosball, shuffleboard, etc
Jack GashiFebruary 12, 2015Great bar, even better when considering the area. Friendly staff, good food, nice drinks.
Alex RichardsJuly 30, 2015If you can sit on the sofas it's great. Enjoy the photo booth and good music.
Stacie S.February 26, 2015Delirium cocktail - sounds crazy but such a complex and layered experience
JoshMarch 16, 2014New place with space that has potential. To keep it simple, the worst bartender I have encountered in NY works here. Skip until they are more seasoned and figure out how to keep music playing.- CBS New YorkJune 12, 2015Sweetwater Social is participating in NYC Cocktail Week (July 13th through the 17th). Read more
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Sweetwater Social is a Manhattan subterranean lounge known for its sophisticated neighborhood themed cocktails and playful environment.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 5:00 PM–2:00 AM
(212) 253-0477
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Menus
Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Lovely atmosphere, great cocktails and really tasty food choices. We tried fried chicken, pork buns and Hokkaido ramen and everything was perfect! Also, very reasonable prices."
George Th - 8.7
"This amazing spot had a soft opening last night and it was stunning. The Blue Moon Cocktail was a winner as were the other mysterious drinks on the menu, created by the amazing mixologists on hand."
Sam Mattingly - 9.0
"If you like classic Italian cocktails, this place is HEAVEN. The terra negroni was simple and perfect- can't wait to return to try the clasico and bianco ones."
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- 8.4
"Awesome little place with a great vibe and menu. Had the roasted Brussel sprout salad with kimchi. So good"
Amanda - 7.2
"Try their Endless Summer cocktail. It tastes better w/cinnamon powder than w/the cinnamon stick. It's a very unique, strong and delicious drink...a little on the sweet side."
Helly K - 8.7
"Get the Kathleen Turner. Fries are also amazing"
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