Sugar Bar
Caribbean Restaurant and Lounge$$$$
Upper West Side, New York
"Great celebrity sighting as well especially on Thursday night."(4 Tips)
"Awsome restaurant! Thursday nights are incredible, go here for a great time,..."(3 Tips)
"Nick Ashford comes through and speaks to everybody."(2 Tips)
"Nice chill vibe, cabana decor, friendly service and live music."(4 Tips)
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- Have fun at the Sugar Bar! That's what the main purpose of the place is. It's the only place in NYC where u'll meet great people with a great heart and that are just genuinely abt having a gr8t time.
Jahi AsadJanuary 6, 2017Very cool experience. I flew in from Florida with one goal in mind... to play with a group of talented and fun musicians. Thanks to Tony and the Sugar Bar crew....mission complete 🤙🏾
Hunter HarrisJuly 20, 2014Super nice staff but be aware. Not only is there a $10 cover + $20 minimum when there's live music (your entrée goes towards the $20 if you're having dinner there), there is an automatic 18% gratuity.
MetroFocusJanuary 25, 2012Gospel icon Vy Higginsen says Sugar Bar is her favorite spot in NYC. A small venue packed with a menu full of flavor & an occasional celebrity sighting. Read more about it on MetroFocus. Read more- Love this place. Great food, music and crowd. It's owned by legendary singers Ashford & Simpson. Great celebrity sighting as well especially on Thursday night.
Jas BrownAugust 12, 2011Thursday nights are the best!! Open mic is amazing, almost everybody can sing and celebrity sightings aren't rare! Try the strawberry butter on the cornbread :-)
Zachary CohenMarch 8, 2014Arrive early before the show to avoid the cover charge. Catfish appetizer is good. Tip (18%) is included in the bill.
Terese GeneccoJanuary 13, 2012See the Shaynee Rainbolt Quartet here at Sugar Bar tonight! January 13th at 8 & 9:30pm! Don't be afraid of a little Friday the 13th! Come out and enjoy some live and swingin' jazz in NYC!- Awsome restaurant! Thursday nights are incredible, go here for a great time, great music, and fun celebrity sightings! Make sure to order the mac and cheese!
- Check out the Paul Peress all star band! They are an amazing jazz band. Lots of great energy and awesome tunes. The crab stuffed shrimp is delicious.
- Terese GeneccoSeptember 1, 2010The Shaynee Rainbolt Quartet plays here twice this month: Sept 1st and 22nd. Excellent local hang and Rainbolt is fantastic. Smooth & silky jazz with the city's finest musicians.
Angeln9nerNovember 23, 2014All day fare now: coffee day side, Caribbean food, and full bar night side
Food is fantastic and reasonably priced & great spot to meet legendary celebrities especially on the Thursday open Mic night- Try the regular or strawberry margarita made by Erick. The best bartender EVER!
- Willie BigsJuly 30, 2011Love this place. Nick Ashford comes through and speaks to everybody. He's the coolest.
Tina AlexanderFebruary 27, 2012Fun choice for something different on the UWS. Music every night and good drinks. Food was not bad but nothing exceptional.
Suzanne BowersSeptember 22, 2011Good food & drinks, cozy atmosphere, great music. Wish I could get here more often. Miss you Nick!- Daniel M.January 10, 2010Nice chill vibe, cabana decor, friendly service and live music. I could make this my regular spot.
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Deveter LaneJuly 14, 2010Tuesday Nights this summer stop by for the Blues open mic with The Back Alley Players
Bk BornAugust 23, 2011R.I.P Nick Ashford condolences to Valerie & Family!!!!! gone to glory but never forgotten......
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(212) 579-0222
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