Employees Only
Speakeasy and Cocktail Bar$$$$
West Village, New York
The beef tartare at Employees Only is a can't miss
"Try the West Side or the Ginger Smash with the Bone Marrow Poppers."(37 Tips)"Don't miss the bone marrow poppers or the bacon-wrapped lamb chops."(16 Tips)
"Love the steak tartar and presentation is impressive."(37 Tips)
"Great cocktails, try the Amelia"(11 Tips)
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AntonyJanuary 29, 2024Very loud music and standing up for drink; I would not class this as a speakeasy. It might be a nice bar but don't go if you want quiet intimate drinks.
Natalie VFebruary 21, 2017was super crowded so didn't feel much like a Speakeasy. Can't remember the exact cocktails we got but they were just okay, not worth the $16 imho.
Melissa StruettSeptember 23, 2010Employees only is a trendy hot spot. Make sure you stop and have your Tarot Cards read before you try one of their signature cocktails. I think they coined the phrase "Mixologist"
Will CharczukDecember 28, 2024Imagine a chef tasted In & Out and created a burger that improved on that.
Once good but since Robert, Ray left and were replaced by a bouncer who preferred non POC guests, no longer an equitable place to get a great drink. Save your money.
Lucas FeijóSeptember 14, 2017Went for the drinks, came back twice for the extremely high quality cuisine.
Kathryn DJuly 26, 2017Mentally prepare to handle a crowd. Ginger smash is worth wearing heels to get.
Great bartenders! It can get pretty packed so get there close to 6pm when it opens to score a spot at the bar. The 'Amelía' is delicious Read more
Some of the coolest bartenders around. Ask them to think up a cocktail for you based on your liquor of preference -- you'll be pleasantly surprised.
Food & WineApril 20, 2011This bartender-owned supper club was originally intended to be a late-night gathering spot for fellow bar and restaurant workers.
tuesdays with Rob and Bratislava bartending, Tom Collins or a Manhattan and Steak Tartare are the best!
Laura SmithSeptember 29, 2024They were unprofessional/rude/ and physical. They forcefully grabbed me and threw me out because “I had to leave bc I didn’t order” The fact the bouncers grabbed me and dragged me was uncalled for.
Jesse SchneiderMay 1, 2013Order a "Don't tell babo" and the rainbow trout. You won't be disappointed.
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Closed until 6:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 6:00 PM–4:00 AM
(212) 242-3021
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
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No
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- 8.8
"Incredible place with real speakeasy vibe (it looks like a bagel place from the street) and amazing cocktails. Pricy but it's NYC. Burlesque show twice a week."
Zsuzsanna Miklósi - 8.8
"This place is amazing! So many good drinks. Come early or expect a long wait."
Matthew Pires - 9.2
"Love the vibes here. There can be a long wait, but if you arrive before 9pm, it’s quite easy to get a spot. Crimson fix and Magic hour if you like gin-based. Sherry colada is an amazing tiki drink."
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- 8.9
"Super hip little speakeasy with legit cocktails (bartenders know what they're doing). though has been discovered in the last year and can have a line to get in."
Meg Farmer - 8.5
"Cocktails excellent! Come here early to grab a table! Otherwise it gets super crowded after 8ish."
Kosha Shah - 8.5
"Great dumplings and dim sum. Love the crispy beef. Husband likes the pastrami spring roll - a bit dense and dry for me!"
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