Blue Owl
- Neighborhood: East Village
- 196 Second Ave.
- New York, NY 10003
- 212-505-2583
A cocktail lounge of the highest order, this warm, golden-lit grotto is very likely on par with one's vision of a speakeasy—which is essentially what they've modeled themselves after. Rough stone and exposed brick walls add a bucolic appeal, as do the bronze ceiling and copper-topped bar. Veteran chief mixologist Charles Hardwick’s concoctions dutifully hark back to Prohibition both with their monikers and their ingredients, and are heavy on gin, Rye and vermouth. While vodka is served, it's clearly not in Hardwick's vocabulary when it comes to crafting authentic, complex cocktails. One of the standout features linking Blue Owl to legitimate speakeasies is the secluded cocktail room for events. Hidden by a 2-way mirror, the space is only accessible through a private entrance, unique password for guests and is signified by a single blue light.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Between 12th and 13th Sts.
- Public Transportation:
- L to First Ave.
The Basics
- Hours:
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Sun.-Mon., 5 p.m.-2 a.m.
Tue.-Sat., 5 p.m.-4 a.m.
- Dress Code:
- Casual Chic
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar. Gin martinis
- Bar Style:
- Martini
- Audience:
- 21+
Features
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Bar Scene and Upscale
- Features:
- Happy Hour. Featuring a changing roster of nightly events and specials.
- Average Drink Price:
- $12
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Mastercard, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
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"~Happy Hour Hotspot~"
LadyLike from Upper East Side - August 3, 2007
I am very excited to be the first to review this fantastic *relatively* new edition to the East Village. classing up the neighborhood, Blue Owl...
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Calendar of Events
Blue Owl
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It's a Wonderful Wednesday
5/21/2008 - 5:00 PM -
It's a Wonderful Wednesday
5/28/2008 - 5:00 PM -
It's a Wonderful Wednesday
6/04/2008 - 5:00 PM
