"Spectacular stefan recommends the razors edge!"(3 Tips)
"Order one of Stephen's signature drinks: the Razor's Edge."(2 Tips)
"Order an aviation from Bryan."(3 Tips)
"It's a perfect NYC local chill spot."(5 Tips)
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Amazing manhattans and old fashions - all I've got to try, but I'm sure any cocktail here is just as wonderful. Love the vibe here as well, great place to chill alone or with a few friends.Upvote4Downvote
A wonderful cocktail lounge. I've been coming to Big Bar since I got to NYC in 1981. It's a miracle its still here!! Great vodka gimlets! Get them "up"!UpvoteDownvote
Lisa RamsaySeptember 23, 2016My new favorite place for a cocktail. Great for a date night or catch up w/a friendUpvote1Downvote
JordanJanuary 31, 2018This place gets street cred for remaining virtually unchanged since 1990 and should be protected by a historic preservation society. Sebastian is a master host and barman.UpvoteDownvote
André Lenox-SamourJanuary 19, 2020Good for dates. Hesitant to say so cuz I don’t wanna blow this place up. I won’t say anything more in fear of blowing... It’s so friggin cute here, kill me 😩UpvoteDownvote
Will ArnoneJune 5, 2016Bring cash. A one-of-kind bar. Magical! And Todd is a terrific bartender.UpvoteDownvote
Dax is the best, Thursday and Friday nights. He'll make you a custom cocktail if you ask nicely.Upvote1Downvote
Pavel LishinApril 7, 2013The music is good without being too loud, the light is good without being too bright, drinks are good without being too pricy - I think I found my new go-to bar.Upvote1Downvote- Shhhhh don't tell nyu students about this place. It's a perfect NYC local chill spot.Upvote2Downvote
- go here to meet your true love. I did - in 1994! No regrets. Dreams can come true, but if you're really lucky, it happens in the East Village.Upvote2Downvote
- Brian makes awesome ginger pear cocktails
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Annie BJanuary 18, 2013Nicole is the best bartender ever! And she's the bomb hairdresser too!UpvoteDownvote- Order one of Stephen's signature drinks: the Razor's Edge. Or order the best Manhattan in the city.Upvote1Downvote
- Stefan is the best bartender in the city. He's here on Tues, Fri, & Sat. Bryan is also a super cool guy. Great great bar.UpvoteDownvote
Cynthia MOctober 16, 2010Get a booth early and enjoy the music and ambiance! Great place for pre dinner drink!UpvoteDownvote
eric mortensenSeptember 7, 2010The beer on tap was totally flat last time I was there. Best to order something in a bottle. Read moreUpvoteDownvote
Stefan's cocktails, Arial's personality and Brian's music.UpvoteDownvote
KibbieAugust 25, 2013It's actually a very small bar. Cash only. Terrible wine but it has a good atmosphereUpvoteDownvote
Bre PettisJune 22, 2009The Manhattans here are really good. You can ask to get them in a manly glass to avoid spillage instead of the little martini glasses.Upvote5Downvote
- Ask for Ray; if he's there, ask him what he thinks of former President Clinton.UpvoteDownvote
$5 margaritas until 8pm every day =) bartender Paula is the bestUpvoteDownvote
Sometimes the bartender just leaves for 10+ minutes at a timeUpvote1Downvote
- Mike HudackAugust 24, 2009Order an aviation from Bryan. Compliment Bryan on how good he looks so close to his 40th birthday.UpvoteDownvote
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