William Barnacle Tavern
(Now Closed)Speakeasy and Cocktail Bar$$$$
East Village, New York
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Fouad ElAmirFebruary 27, 2017Absinthe here is properly done. Amazing idea for 1st/ early in the game date. Quite different + impressive. Discover impressive drinks like this at Hooch.co. Get your 1st mo. for $1 w code "fromfouad"
Stephanie P.May 11, 2013This is an awesome Irish Whiskey/Absinthe bar with a rich speakeasy history. They play soft Gaelic ballads and only carry Irish beers. The creeps also look (and smell!) really solid!
Giovanni D'PalmaMay 29, 2016This place does absinthe right. If you are looking for some or want to try it, come here. The bartender was so very helpful
MNovember 7, 2016Hot buttered cider with some whiskey is amazing. Great spot for some drinks and conversations. I love coming here on dates.
Steve MorrowMarch 23, 2013Monday nights come for good music Tuesday nights open mic for performers awesome museum upstairs can't go wrong here good people good drinks good times
Zack SheppardApril 25, 2014They're very proud of their "authentic absinthe" and their selection is indeed good. What you should really come for, though, is the live Irish music on Monday nights.
Ruby AnayaJanuary 19, 2016Bar/museum/theater/creperie - I recommend getting a hot buttered cider with whiskey and a butter + sugar crepe. Also butter.- DoubleDeuceJuly 18, 2015For me, this place is creepy in that way that you feel out of place and welcomed at the same time.
Michael GillmanMarch 10, 2013Ask nicely, and the owner will give you a tour of the prohibition tunnels in the basement... and a really cool lesson in neighborhood history.
Vanessa VergaraFebruary 15, 2014Order a cup of hot buttered cider with rum whisky or absinthe to keep you warm in winter ;) #SpeakeasyNYC
Martin JonassonMay 27, 2019An old speakeasy that serves absinthe like old times. Combine your visit with the Gangster museum above.
The New YorkerMarch 10, 2014“Unlike other bars on the block, this one is devoid of televisions and brand swag. It feels both experimental and trapped in time.” Read more
Jason BrewJuly 8, 2016Fun little spot to grab a drink before a show at Theater 80. They specialize in Absinthe
CompassJuly 24, 2013It’s one of the oldest speakeasies in the city. The dapper-dressed owner is known to regale customers with tales of the Prohibition Era and Irish mythology.
Meagan KirkpatrickFebruary 11, 2012Fantastic little place with a great history. Go when it's quiet & the owner will tell you all about it.
Best absinthe selection in the neighborhood, if not in all of manhattan.
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- Mon–Thu
- 6:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Fri
- 6:00 PM–4:00 AM
- Sat
- 1:00 PM–4:00 AM
- Sun
- 1:00 PM–2:00 AM
(212) 388-0388
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Yes
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
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Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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