Evelyn Drinkery
(Now Closed)Cocktail Bar$$$$
Alphabet City, New York
The experts at Time Out New York and Serious Eats recommend this place
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CITY GRITAugust 9, 2014We've spent many a night trying to pick the best drinks on the list. After a lot of painstaking research we landed on the Yardbird, MoF*#king Way, and Madeleine’s Rose as our favorites!
Amanda AméliaJanuary 5, 2014One of the quaintest, artsy, with and old but modern twist to the décor lounge/ "drinkery" I've been to yet...with the most fabulously named variety of drinks! The drink menu is simply dynamite! 🍸
Time Out New YorkApril 11, 2013Like a boozy remake of Weird Science, a trio of cocktail geeks have forged their own fantasy babe from scratch. Drink this: Evelyn Rose—gin, hibiscus tea, rose water, Lillet syrup and lemon. Read more
Raphael LangenscheidtAugust 10, 2015Great cocktails, good vibe, and usually easy enough to get a seat in for groups. The Mo F&@*ing way is delicious. The cocktail menu is slightly offensive to some people, apparently.
Julia MontiOctober 20, 2015Delicious cocktails, good for casual drinks or a first date. A little on the pricier side, but it's a good vibe and a great place to start the night.
HeenaJuly 26, 2014My favorite mixology bar in alphabet city! Love the mean green mule and love potion #171. Definitely get the mule! <3 <3
TribecaApril 7, 2014In honor of the Tribeca Film Festival, try the "Blossoming New Year", a delicate, herbal mixture of BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® East Gin, crème de violette, elderflower cordial, lavender bitter and lemon.
Has gotten better (and somehow less crowded?) over time. Any of the phosphates or cocktails should do the trick, but if you're feeling picky the bartenders will make you anything your heart desires.
Try the Phosphates, sure. But, if you're a real cocktail die-hard, you have to try their riffs on the classics at the end of the menu!
All the cocktails are awesome. If I had to choose I'd pick the yardbird or back in the saddle! Check out the candle wax mini mural in their restroom.
Chelsea RenaudAugust 30, 2015Unpretentious bar with excellent cocktails. This one’s more date-y, with drippy candles and plenty of seating to set the mood.
Cameron GidariJuly 9, 2016Great cocktail bar. They have a rotating cocktail of the week, make sure to ask the bartender about it and for their recommendation.
Serious EatsFebruary 6, 2013With equally strong wine, beer, and cocktail menus, this is a place to please every drinker.
The New York Daily NewsSeptember 24, 2013For a Garson Means Boy ($7 small, $11 large) Christian Sanders combines chamomile-infused gin with apple cider, Drambuie, a Scotch-based liqueur, cinnamon syrup and bitters. Read more
They habitually change their drink menu so cocktails I've previously recommended are no longer available. My current fav is The Laidback.
BonMay 4, 2013Tall and short humans can swivel the bar stools to achieve height & eye contact equality. Oh and the baron's revenge is delish. Salty coffee nuggets!
Julius TarngJune 7, 2015Walked by this place tons of time - looks real sus. But actually super dope tracks and a beer and shot selection~~
Amanda AlbergoFebruary 7, 2013Great little find! Cozy ambience and less crowded than some other bars growing super popular on the street.
Get the supertide! 50% of sales go to helping the LES rebuild after Sandy. Also, you want to coffee and tequila shot. Ask Christian.
Ashley RoseOctober 19, 2015Good spot for cocktails if you don't like it crowded and want to actually hear your companion. Stick to the Wayland or Mace if you like a more crowded ambience.
Zane is amazing. Attentive and makes awesome cocktails, try the sorrel punch or the pineapple daiquiri
Andrew LitvakMarch 4, 2015Good custom and classic cocktails, and generally less crowded than Summit down the street.
Alexis BendjouiaDecember 5, 2015Get the Mo F*cking Way. Good cozy casual bar. Music was okay, but good east village spot.
Kelly AhearnNovember 22, 2013Sunday night bartender: tell him to make you that Absinthe drink Maison Premier makes, you will order 2
Philip BJanuary 3, 2013Brilliant interiors, cocktails and music. The owner, Christian, is a great dude. Highly recommendable.
Awesome new spot, amazing cocktails at great prices. A new favorite!
Sarah NelsonMarch 20, 2013Hoping the crowds will stay away from this neighborhood gem. Try the Vivian & Ward or the Mo Fuckin Way.
emma tangorenDecember 30, 2012try the senor buck- delicious drink with help from ninth street espresso, mmm.
Great place // very chill // great drinks... Start with a Yardbird.
Previously a strange, but interesting dive bar. Now stripped, and completely redone into another cocktail bar to further popularize the ave.
CBS New YorkJune 11, 2015They're serving taquitos during NYC Cocktail Week (July 13th through the 17th). Read more
Emily Rose DolanNovember 17, 2013The bartenders are alchemists. Fantastic cocktails and long drinks.
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A “Drinkery” is a place to enjoy potables. “Evelyn” is a nod to our ancestry, our industry and our neighborhood. We hope to see you soon.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 6:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Fri–Sat
- 6:00 PM–4:00 AM
- Sun
- 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"If you are looking for a place with a great outdoor view, come here. Really cozy and comfortable atmosphere in the bar, small, but intimate. Great selection of drinks. The pity that they open so late"
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"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."
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"Im a fan of the music, its a chill spot, and the Charmaine's Star cocktail is amazing if you like cucumber. Solid spot with friends but it definitely gets crowded so get there early!"
Candace Chang - 9.2
"I'm a huge fan. You will feel at home hanging out here, or will get a great deal on stuff to go. Also, fabulous cheese, man's greatest food."
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