The Roost
(Now Closed)Bar and Coffee Shop$$$$
Alphabet City, New York
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Adrian PhillipsJanuary 30, 2016Walk through the coffee shop to get to the bar in the back. Solid selection of craft brews on tap. If you're ordering cans or bottles be sure to have a second choice ready, as they were out of stuff.
only opened recently and/or discovered late in my Manhattan tenure, but this place is awesome. great espresso served in a little jar, quiet on the weekend mornings, laid back staff... do it.
Past that double door on the left, there’s a stunning room full of dark woods, plush leather sofas and a roaring fake fireplace. In this room, you might notice some people holding pint glasses
Cozy bar behind a coffee shop with an awesome whiskey and beer selection. Friendly service too. Great for dates and hanging with friends! There's bar and couch seating.
Jess NaldoFebruary 1, 2017Just my all around go-to spot for coffee and some chill laptop time, esp on the weekends. Back bar opens by the early afternoon including the tv's - perfect for basketball/football game days! 😍- Why did I wait so long to come through here. Can't imagine a better Tuesday night vibe. Perfect date or drink spot, warm woods and just enough ironwork to keep it bold. A coffee shop too!
Nico AntonioJuly 23, 2021I've walked by this place 3 times confused at how it has an +8 rating for bars. Looked like a regular coffee shop conveniently with a drink menu. Realized today the bar is in back. 10/10 solid spot.
In the morning, go for a great cup of coffee. At night go for the solid beer list. No matter when you go, the folks who work here are awesome. Oh, and stroller friendly!
Ashley RoseJuly 19, 2015One of the coolest spaces on the block. Brooklyn Roasting Cold Brew 👍🏿. Can't wait to come back for a cocktail tonight
Ryan AmbsNovember 23, 2014Walk in the door, walk past the coffee shop that is closing, walk past the room with couches, squint your eyes in the dark and behold! The bar! Good atmosphere generally. Questionable DJing generally.
Arika SongApril 23, 2018in my top 3 of best soy lattes in the city (pro tip: the biscottis are bomb af but you have to dip them in coffee, otherwise u will lose an actual tooth).
Nathan GammieMay 29, 2016Great beer selection and full bar, plus coffee. This place has it all and with a great atmosphere for working or chilling.
Ben MackeyNovember 25, 2018Omg. The Morning Mai Tai. One of the most flavourful, balanced, delightful cocktails I’ve ever had.
Valerie SDecember 30, 2017Check out the cozy, brick-walled bar in the back. Great casual spot for groups.
John ShrimpMarch 17, 2018The Roost is a bar that happens to also a be a coffee shop in the daytime. So feel free to work here during the day then bring a date at night.
Raphael LangenscheidtJuly 10, 2015All day favorite. Relaxed coffee shop by day, cool bar in the back at night. Good drinks, medium music. Good vibe.
Ms HeleneAugust 9, 2014Coffee spot by day but dark low-key bar at night with craft beer and spirits set to music by Band of Horses, Grizzly Bear, Strokes etc.
Leah SchallerApril 19, 2015Mullet. Business in the front (coffee shop), party in the back (loungey bar). Cute spot for a drink with your main man/woman
ThrillistJune 21, 2014Celebrating #BDOYL with us? If you're in search of a second wind, sip on an Espresso Old Fashioned and bite into an Insomnia cookie!
- Percy McFarlaneFebruary 6, 2017Very quirky bar and small. You probably end up sharing a table with someone else. Also very busy and so therefore cocktails take a while to come!
Michael Wiederhold JrMarch 7, 2014Great vibes once you walk through the door. Wait a week or two so the paint and wood Polish can dry. Beer list is dope wine list needs work.
Humayun RashidMarch 23, 2014Woah! This place is a blend of hipster sanctum/ co working space/ lofty vibes/ awesome beer. Def a new chill spot in ABC!
Elise SunJuly 24, 2016Awesome music here, good cocktails, and tons of space to hang with your friends. What else could you want!?
Big projection screen and tvs - perfect for football season! The coffee bar has great coffee as well for a pick me up
Rewan PartiMarch 8, 2015A beautiful bar hidden behind a coffee shop! Great music, cocktails and beers!
Vaidehi KAugust 29, 2015Coffee is great and they have nice cozy seating in the space between the coffee shop and bar.
- Ryan KulpApril 9, 2015Notice something shiny on the walls? That's local art! Go on exhibit at
Gabriel HayesJune 6, 2015Very good draft beer selection. Particularly enjoyed the Riverhorse Oatmeal Milk Stout
I adore this place during the day! Good coffee, quiet, and full of light. Wifi has been out for the last few weeks =(
Come in on Tuesday or Wednesday for a perfect neighborhood atmosphere without the crowds.
Madeline McDavidApril 10, 2016Chill place to work during the daytime, whether you're looking for alcohol or a caffeine fix.
CBS New YorkJune 12, 2015They're serving a special selection of local craft beers on tap during NYC Cocktail Week (July 13th through the 17th). Read more
Make sure to check out the beer menu; 16 taps and most are really good, local beers
Lara SchenckAugust 26, 2014Jackpot. Outlets are only on the back, but they're there! Lots of seating too.
My favorite place. Tends to be quieter and more spacious than other bars.
Jorge BrakeAugust 19, 2014Great bartenders and beer selection. Coffee in the front, booze in the back. Dig it.
- Robert GillingsJune 16, 2017Great friendly people, excellent coffee and great selection of craft brews.
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The Roost is an East Village Coffee, Espresso, Craft Beer and Brown Spirits Bar.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon
- Midnight–1:30 AM
- 7:00 AM–Midnight
- Tue–Fri
- Midnight–2:00 AM
- 7:00 AM–Midnight
- Sat–Sun
- Midnight–3:30 AM
- 7:00 AM–Midnight
(646) 918-6700
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Yes
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"A party and awesome atmosphere from the minute I walked in to the minute I left. The DJ is great and mixes up the music. The drinks were pricey but delicious. Can't wait to come back here!"
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