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67 Orange Street
- Nearest Transit:
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Cathedral Pkwy (110 St) (A, B, C)
116 St (A, B, C)
Central Park North (110 St) (2, 3)
- Hours:
Mon-Tue, Sun 6 pm - 12 am
Wed-Thu 6 pm - 2 am
Fri-Sat 6 pm - 4 am
- Parking:
- Street
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Good for Groups:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Music:
- Background
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Wed, Thu
- Happy Hour:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Ambience:
- Trendy, Intimate
- Has TV:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
62 reviews for 67 Orange Street
Review Highlights
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"They have chicken and red velvet waffles on the menu." In 3 reviews -
"We will be back to this cozy, inviting find in Harlem." In 14 reviews -
"The drink menu was very well thought out." In 6 reviews
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62 reviews in English
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Review from Megan C.
Manhattan, NY
4/3/2012 1 Check-in Here
I feel like this place is very much like walking into a Stanley Kubrik film. Weird but awesome in a weird way.
Awesome drinks. Truly amazing mixologist behind the bar making unique concoctions that will thrill and surprise.
Open late...Yay! Seriously, Harlem. Get it together. This can't be the only place open past 2 in the neighborhood. Hopefully 67 Orange will inspire others.
I haven't gone here for food, but when I do, I'll be sure to update. Deal? Deal. -
Review from Logan M.
Brooklyn, NY
5/13/2012
This bar's name refers to the old address of Almack's Dance Hall, a fixture of Harlem nightlife in the mid-nineteenth century, owned by Pete Williams, one of NYC's first black bar proprietors. "67 owner Karl Franz Williams set about an ambitious task in opening this bar 3 1/2 years ago, now-namely, to bring the high-brow cocktail bar so ubiquitous in downtown Manhattan to uptown. For the most part, Karl has succeeded-the food and drinks were mostly solid, although the interior design and general upkeep could benefit from greater attention to detail.
This diminutive two-floor bar feels cramped due to a restrictive seating arrangement. High tables work for couples but didn't accommodate our party of three at all, and the bar itself feels like something from Playmobil-so we moved downstairs. This was probably a mistake, as the downstairs seating area was ill-equipped to take patrons. A couple tables were skirted by dingy backless couches, one of which had sunken in past the point of functionality. Toiletries and other storage items were poorly concealed by curtains, and the room felt dilapidated in general-the mirror's glass was dusty and smudged all over, and some of the light bulbs hanging from the low ceiling were out. After placing our food order-Brussels sprouts ($8.50), deviled eggs three ways ($8) and the house's "Juicy Lucy Sliders," made with beef courtesy of Pat Lafreida ($14, 2 pc.), we were told the chef had "stepped out" and would be back soon. Hmmm... Our drinks came while we waited, and they were decent. My Winter Whiskey Sour ($15), made with Woodford Reserve, lemon juice, simple syrup, sugar, cream, an egg white and angostura bitters, should have had more body considering the ingredients, and was simply screaming for the addition of ginger for some backbone. Doug's Johnny Appleseed, mad with rye, bourbon, Amaretto, Tequila, all-spice dram, apple cider and nutmeg, had an amazing smoky nose of maple syrup, but could have packed more of a punch considering the five different liquors contained in the drink. Our guest's Aviation, made from Plymouth gin, maraschino liqueur, lemon juice, Creme de Violette and "cherry"(?), was sweet, potent and delicious, if not perfectly balanced. I know, I'm being picky... We've just been drinking so many g*ddamn delicious cocktails these days, and the competition downtown is stiff, especially at these price points. Doug's second cocktail, Emancipation Again, made with cucumber vodka, lime, citronage, agave, ginger, cilantro & vinegar, was easily the best of the pack, and was something that could stand up to the likes of the downtown haute creations of Trummer or Petraske. Yes, I'm biased because I'm simply obsessed with cilantro and any cocktail containing that heavenly green vegetable, but this drink kicked ass, and packed a nice natural zip to it.
When the food finally arrived, it was delicious. The Brussels sprouts were crispy, flaky and deep-friend, reminiscent of Tien Ho's sprouts at David Chang's Ma Peche, and the sliders-which unfortunately came as a duo, not a trio, albeit coupled with amazing onion rings-were delicious, on par with those at The Vault at Pfaff's and just shy of the supreme sliders at Death & Co. Speaking of Death & Co., Williams was clearly heavily inspired by that bar's menu, from the scope and variety of drinks down to the formatting and fonts... Perhaps Kaplan and DeRossi are doing some consulting work on the side? That's just my conjecture, but if not, they should be. While 67 Orange isn't an experience on par with the bastions of downtown Manhattan, solid food and cocktails can be had here, and the neighborhood knows it-by the time we left the tiny bar was pretty much packed, mostly with couples of an ethnically diverse makeup. Likely the crowds are drawn in part by the professional air and charming personality of barman Garrett, who made us feel welcome and implored us to come back. With a design overhaul and a nice wipe-down, 67 Orange could be something truly special. Until then we'll stay downtown for the haute cocktail experience, but 67 should be a top destination if you're in the area.
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Review from Douglas P.
Manhattan, NY
4/30/2012
Just about everything could be cheaper at 67 OS, considering it is in Harlem and the place needs some carpenter's attention (the couch downstairs was broken). However, the drinks and food match the quality of downtown bars.
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Review from Alyssa M.
2/6/2012 1 Check-in Here
As others have said, I'm absolutely thrilled that you don't have to travel downtown anymore to find cool speakeasy type of bar.
I love how small and intimate this place is and the decor seems very fitting-sexy, yet relaxed and non-pretentious.
It took some time for me and my friend to decide on our drink orders because of the vast amount of menu items. Luckily the bartender was able to help us narrow it down a bit.
I ordered some cocktail with rum, tripple sec, vodka, and fresh watermelon puree-it was nice and refreshing. The friend ordered some gin cocktail with fresh raspberry puree-muddled and strained on the spot-nice!
The bartender was friendly too and definitely had that old school/speakeasy/bartender in Harlem vibe, but the conversation got a little weird at one point. The music was on point too (great R&B playlist in the background).
I really appreciate a nice handcrafted cocktail as I consider myself a mixologist in training and realize that making a drink can be a work of art. While the cocktails were good, I can't quite give it that 4+ star rating yet-I can't put my finger on it, but something is missing. I'll need to come back at a busier time and try the food to get a complete picture of this place.Listed in: Harlem Baby!
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Review from vina t.
Brooklyn, NY
Updated - 4/10/2012 1 Check-in Here
The owner got in touch to let us know that the bartender understands that he could've handled the situation better and offered to make it up to us. Giving it an extra star for reaching out and trying to make things right!
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3/31/2012
i really wanted to like this place! the exterior/decor was inviting and intriguing, the menu had a… Read more »
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Review from Kevin D.
Manhattan, NY
4/18/2012
A great place to have in the neighborhood, and great drinks, too. I love the ambience when I look at the bar, but kind of hate it when I try to look across the table and its shrouded in shadows. A good place to go generally, and a great place to go if you don't want to see your date's face too clearly.
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Review from Ryan M.
12/23/2011 1 Check-in Here
Wildly disappointing. From an owner that claims to want to compete with the cities best bars, this falls WELL short. I WANTED to like this place. I would love if there were more places uptown that truly compete with downtown. And for 13 dollars a drink, I expect nothing less. Unfortunately, the drinks are subpar for the price point. They couldn't even make a decent Manhattan, which is a massive fail for a bar aiming to be the premiere lounge uptown. Many of the drink specs are just.... off.
While admittedly, this is still one of the better places for a cocktail uptown, that's not saying much, and mainly due to a near complete lack of competition. If Mr. Williams wants to compete with downtown, they best step up their game on better bartenders, menu development, ice program... pretty much all fronts really.
Otherwise, lower your damn prices and stop pretending you're something your're not. -
Review from Sahara W.
Manhattan, NY
3/13/2012
The food is great, and the service is too. The only thing is that the place is so small that it's difficult to go there by yourself, but if you go there with friends, you can barely dance or hang around the bar. The food is pretty good, but it's uncomfortable to sit at the tables by the bar because they are so close together, and it's claustrophobic to eat downstairs in the basement, which is even smaller. The drinks are good, but a bit pricey. This place is cool for an after dinner drink with a loved one, but not for a real night on the town with the girls.
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Review from Daniela B.
Denver, CO
2/19/2012
Great speakeasy vibe. Dark ambiance, great bar decor and killer cocktails. The vodka cilantro cucumber drink was absolutely fabulous. Nice space, friendly staff and not too crowded
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Review from Kathleen R.
Brooklyn, NY
2/20/2012 3 photos
Okay so the outside kinda looks like shit!!! If you weren't really looking for it you would never really find it! It has cheap deep red curtains hanging from the ceiling. The resturant itself is about the size of my living room. It has bar seating and about 3 tables. It is one of the those 'I have to get my phone out to see the menu" places. I am not going to lie I was a tad bit tipsy when I came there, so I was just excited to eat! Now thinking about it I probuly wouldn't waste my money. The service was okay. The waitress seemed to take awhile to bring up some small talk. I guess the owner made up for that by getting us drinks.
The unique thing about it is that they have paintings up all around the place and you can buy anyone that tickles your fancy! The food was great at the time cause I was starved but was it worth the $$$? Naw I dont think so. I have had a better overall experience at other places! -
Review from David P.
Westchester / LAX, Los Angeles, CA
3/8/2012
Food network was right this bar is truly a gem.....mixologist sure know what their doing in there....small and quaint very intimate setting. Staff makes you feel like you walked into your own bar...the drinks are just great....find your flavor and you will be back...
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Review from makin m.
New York, NY
3/30/2012
Nice vibe. Great cocktail menu. Interesting snack menu. Friendly service. The basement seating is a bit uncomfortable but not terrible. Upstairs is crowded which is good or bad depending on your mood. I'll be back.
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Review from Dusty N.
Manhattan, NY
3/20/2012
Arrived around 10:30 on a Sat. night, we were graciously shown to 2 seats at the bar (even wiped the stools before seating us). We live nearby and hadn't stayed in the past because of lack of seats.
This review is completely based on the lazy, unimaginative bartender that night.
First cocktail ordered off their list contained raspberries. I was told no, can't make that raspberries are out of season.
2nd drink ordered off their menu contained grapes. No, can't make that grapes are out of season. I offered to run home and get some out of my refrigerator.
Settled for a another off their menu.
A professional would have created a cocktail for me. A semi-professional might have said, I forgot to order the fruit for a Sat. night. This guy decided to lie to me, as if I'll believe his story when this fruit is selling in every market, even the green cart on the corner of 116th St. has both of these fruits.
I might stop in here again if I saw a different bartender behind the bar. The 2 other employees there were very friendly. -
Review from Chandy S.
7/22/2011 1 Check-in Here
See...my review might be a little skewed because I'm in love with this place.
I love that it has no definitive sinage outside so that upon first visit you may walk past it a couple of times before you realize where it is.
I love the downstairs seating area. Intimate and cozy for 2 people (if you get there early enough to snag it), but also quite comfortable and spacious enough for a group of friends.
I love the elevated booths on the main level. I love the bartenders that are super friendly, mix a great drink, and are pretty easy on the eyes.
I love the sophisticated yet laidback atmosphere. I can come here in a sundress and flip flops, or after a fancity night out dressed to kill and feel equally at ease.
I love the creative and quite delicious menu. The lobster mac and cheese is rich and filling, and I can't wait to try the red velvet waffles.
Okay, so it's a bit on the wee side and the drinks are in the $13-$15 range. Two very minor tradeoffs in my opinion. -
Review from Angela B.
Manhattan, NY
7/19/2011
I went to this spot for the first time the other day, and I liked the atmosphere and refreshments. I enjoyed the hummus with chopped tomatoes and seasoned pita. In terms of drinks, I was really glad I chose the Brazilian Jig. The pineapple juice and chunks of ginger added great flavor to the cachaça. The Ben Down also got rave reviews from a bunch of people in my group.
Besides our elevated booth, there were are a few other seats at the bar, two next to the staircase, and a couple more by the entrance and windows. The venue is intimate, with colorful Harlem-themed art and a diverse books about Harlem displayed on the brick walls.
The service was ok; the bar seemed understaffed for a few hours so the sole waiter was doing his best. Maybe they don't expect many people in the early evening. Also, a few of the appetizers --falafel, guac for the sexy nachos--were unavailable at the time.
I loved the 70s r&b, 80s hip-hop, and 90s dance music that played throughout the night. It started out at a good volume. You could chat and laugh with friends across the table, or nod your head while reciting Slick Rick's "Children's Story." But the music was turned up a little too high when more people started coming in around 9pm. It's a small place, after all, so the big nightclub volume didn't match the narrow bar space.
I had a good time, and I'd like to check this place out again soon. -
Review from Chad T.
2/16/2011
67 Orange Street is a solid cocktail establishment, especially if you find yourself (cue Bobby Womack) up across 110th street. You're not going to find lots of super innovative drinks D&C style, but if stocking green chartreuse is any kind of measure of a bar (it is), these guys definitely serve up some mean traditionals. The Last Word was perfect.
There are some really great food options as well. The deviled eggs 3 ways are quite tasty, and if you want something more substantial go for the chicken and red-velvet-waffles. Yes, you read that correctly. They take red velvet cake batter and make waffles out of it. Then throw on some apple butter, and top it off with chicken. A nice variation on the traditional Harlem soul food.Listed in: Best places to drink in NYC
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Review from Elizabeth D.
New York, NY
7/14/2011
Not sure how anyone could give this place less than 4 stars. This place is great and not just because it has nothing to be compared to in Harlem.
The cocktails are solid, albeit a little on the small side for the price. But you come here to indulge in a finely crafted libation, not to get sloshed. The ambiance is great and feels like a true neighborhood bar. The owner is sweet and engages with all of the patrons. My friend and I shared the Spicy Pop (popcorn) and Sexy nachos (wouldn't say they're sexy, but they were tasty). I had the Emancipation and she had the Wild Hibiscus, both of which are their standout drinks.
The only reason this place doesn't get the full 5 stars is because it's just too small! We were lucky to snag seats early in the day but by 8pm it was standing room only. -
Review from Michael F.
Manhattan, NY
4/25/2011
At this point, I've pretty much become a regular here. At the same time, it's not like the regular watering holes I usually find myself. It's a cocktail bar, and not some place you come to drink rum and cokes all night long. These are seasonally designed cocktails, and so far, everything I've had has been very good. I like the atmosphere a lot, but I worry this place may get to popular and become unmanageable. There's not a lot of space in there. But it seems the later we get there, the better for us.
I haven't tried the food yet, really. We did have some homemade potato chips that, at the time, were the perfect snack. Honestly, I'm can't pin down why I like this place so much, could be the bartenders, could be the drinks or the atmosphere. But when you live up in Harlem, places like this are not plentiful, so I guess it's only natural to cling to it. -
Review from Lanie F.
New York, NY
1/25/2011
They have an impressive cocktail menu, and I have never had an average cocktail here. They always taste amazing.
It has been a while since I've been back, it needs to be revisited soon.
It's a dangerous place, because you will want to try everything and you will leave drunk and broke. Go with a group and do samplers, your friends will love it. -
Review from Michael W.
New York, NY
2/4/2011 7 Check-ins Here
Now this review is a long time coming. I enjoyed some of the bartenders from last summer. There was a young lady who was into Fashion Design and Jewelry who was the bomb! The other who was a budding actress....not so much...I came back tonight and there were two male bartenders, and a house of people that I did not know. Plus I was drunk.
Doused a Moscow Mule, talked a phenomenal mess of "nothing". Met some people, including a "friend."
Yea, that is an aiight spot. -
Review from Annie H.
Manhattan, NY
11/3/2010
Alright, so I love the concept. Let's start with that. And I WANT to love the bar. However, I really think the owner is banking on the fact that everyone in the neighborhood WANTS to love a new business like this. Even though many reviewers complain about the high drink prices, I think offering up 'less than adequate' because you know you CAN (because options are slim) is an even worse crime.
So, we have been here twice. The first time they were missing many ingredients so we kept having to change our drink order, but our final choices were great. The food had hits and misses. (ex. Deviled eggs=hit, onion petals= miss) The bartenders were nice. The place was not at all crowded. (Mind you, that last one is in the minus category. A dark, cozy bar should have customers!)
It had all the characteristics of someplace we would definitely give another chance. After reading about the owner and then seeing the bar in person, we thought he was probably still fine tuning everything. We gave him (and the bar) the benefit of the doubt.
Three months later, we returned.
Some stools at the bar are broken already. The curtains are tied open, letting in garish, mood-ruining light. Instead of being packed with laid back customers sipping hand crafted cocktails, there is only one other group of women in there. They are singing and dancing to the uptempo playlist, requesting songs to be repeated, as the bartender obliges. Let me say, I would love to party with these girls - friendly and fun, but this doesn't seem like the right vibe overall.
Our drinks come. They don't have apricot simple syrup (can't think of a decent excuse why, with how 'simple' it is to create simple syrup) so he adds peach juice instead. Actually....delicious. My husband's? Not so much. If you warn that it is 'very Rosemary-y!' we should be able to taste some rosemary! We order calamari and the oyster poboy. Poboy and accompanying popcorn (even burnt) was delicious. Calamari was good and would have been great...had it been hot instead of on it's way to downright cold.
Two more drinks. This time my husband's is amazing and mine is...ehhh. He drinks them both.
Honestly, I still would give this place another shot after the above description. But then there's this:
So, my drink took a really long time to come. Like, after our food and way after my husband's drink. Granted, a few more people had come in at this point so the single bartender was a little overwhelmed. But here's the kicker. Guess who else came in at this point? The owner. And with only about 7 guests in there and an overwhelmed bartender, guess what he did? Made himself a drink, ordered some food and sat down at a table.
He didn't say hello to customers. He didn't replenish missing cocktail ingredients. He didn't help out the bartender and make and/or deliver some cocktails.
I have seen two types of restaurant/bar owners:
The type who stay inspired and humble and who passionately treat their place like their baby. Bussing a table if it needs it. Chatting with customers. Trying to figure out how he/she can do better and grow.
OR, the one who gets caught up in feeling special and uses the place as somewhere they can come to show off on a date.
I had hoped this owner was the former, but last night he seemed like the latter.
It is a big deal for us to go out. It takes organization, paying a babysitter, staying up late (two babies at home. We are exhausted.) When we DO go out, we want to support a local business, even if it still had some flaws, but if the owner himself is complacent and doesn't care how empty the place is or about the service and cocktail choices people AREN'T getting, then why should I care?
(ps. I understand that with so many ingredients they might be out of some sometimes. However, they have been out of a LOT both times. And silly ones, too. Really? You couldn't have bought a little container of strawberries from a street vendor today? That was too hard? AND if the place was packed every night, it would then make financial sense to have all ingredients on hand...so work on getting and KEEPING customers!) -
Review from Lauren L.
4/29/2011
Where to begin ... I found 67 Orange Street through the Harlem Park to Park offer, which is offering retail/dining pre fixe menus. I highly suggest you check it out and take advantage of a few of these offerings, as it ends May 15th.
After reviewing the pre fixe menu online I was sold. I needed to check this place out. When I called to make a reservation, also to find out if the menu I was interested in was being offered, the kid who answered the phone didn't have much info and kept yelling back and forth to an employee asking the questions I needed answers to. This bothered me a little but fine. In order to make a reservation at this place you must email them. Great, did that got the reservation for the date and time I wanted.
The establishment has no strong signage so don't get put off it you can't find it. Also from the outside, with the way they have those curtains hanging, you may question what your getting yourself into. Whenever we walked in to this teeny tiny place I was shocked, no need really for a reservation at all.
Atmosphere: set up like a speak easy type place, great vibe, good decor (they could fix the curtains though!) and the music was on point.
Food: We did the pre fixe menu that is being offered right now but everything on that is on the regular menu. Apps: Harlem Shakes, what might be the most delicious french fries I've had in a while. I'm not sure whether it was the paprika or the truffle salt and oil but wow, I highly recommend them. We also have the deviled eggs, which was also pretty damn delicious.
Entree: I had the tofu sliders and my friend had the beef sliders. The tofu was REALLY good, I always like to see how places are going to prepare there tofu so whenever I saw this on the menu I got all excited. It was amazing. I was told that the beef burgers were also just as delicious.
Cocktail: BEN DOWN: Appleton Estate Reserve Rum, Canton Ginger Liqueur, Mint, Lemon & Ginger. Get it! I promise you won't be disappointed.
Overall the food was amazing. I would go back for that. I feel like they have a little work to do in the service area but that's fine that can be overlooked because the food and drinks were hands down great.
I was scoping out the rest of the food they had and I thought for what was being offered it was a little pricey but I'm sure totally worth it. They have chicken and red velvet waffles on the menu. I don't really eat much chicken anymore, but for some red velvet waffles I might have to go back and take part in that. If you have the chance to go especially while their running this menu I would say give it a shot, its only $20!! -
Review from Christine L.
Manhattan, NY
12/28/2010
The ambiance at 67 Orange St...nice. The extensive drink menu at 67 Orange St... nice. The bartender at 67 Orange St... nice. The expensive drinks in small a$$ glasses.. NOT SO NICE! =(
I ordered this chocolate cocktail at 67 Orange St... it was so gross. I'm sure there are better drinks on their very extensive... and.. expensive drink menu. Not sure what possessed me to order that mess.
The spot is on the small side but it's a nice down feel. The music is pretty good as well. In addition to drinks I've had several appetizers here which I think are priced pretty well. The mac & cheese (pretty good but could use some more seasoning)... the hummus and "grilled" pita (not so great.. the grilled pita was straight up burnt but this could be a one off case, I kinda doubt it tho)... the buffalo burger (it was not bad but I'm not a huge fan of buffalo meat... my friend loves buffalo and enjoyed this burger).Listed in: Oh Harlem.. how I love Thee!
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Review from Jess L.
9/17/2010 1 Check-in Here
My friends and I stumbled into this place after being squashed out of Bier. The vibe at 67 is a lot more chill and speakeasy. To be honest, it has one of the best cocktail lists I've seen in the city. With that said, though, the size of the drinks all very much vary. The Hemingway Daiquiri was tiny, but my Moscow Mule was extremely large, three times in volume, I'd say.
The décor is simple, and it's small enough to feel cozy but big enough to feel like you can enjoy your time with your friends. The tall booths on the right side are a little awkward. It's as if the chair isn't deep enough, and there seems to be some wasted space in the corner, where no one can sit.
The Harlem Shakes - fries - were quite excellent. A bit crispy, not too oily, and nicely seasoned. Overall, the price on all the bar snacks - upscale bar snacks - are really great, especially considering the high price of drinks.
I'll definitely be back when I'm in the mood to drop some change on drinks. It gives a reason to skip out on the more well known spots south of 14th Street. -
Review from Loren H.
Brooklyn, NY
1/18/2011
I've only been here once and I was already "nice" so take my review with a grain of salt licked off a lemon slice and chased with tequila.
Anyway I ordered a Granny Smith martini and it was incredible, filling and combined complex flavors that border on biochemistry. I had to sip it slow to enjoy the "party is in my mouth and everyone's invited".
I had a sip of my friends drinks which were also lovely, but this one took the cake. The drink menu was very well thought out. Providing an informative back-story on the drinks and the spirits used. I didn't have food, I didn't even know they served food but the drink menu is enough to get me to come back. Gone are the days of $10 cocktails anywhere uptown that's close to Central Park, but this was worth the price ($13 if you're wondering).
My only complaint is how incredibly small the space is, there's seating downstairs, but it's probably for private parties. But that's not their fault. It ends up being a great place to go if you want a solo nightcap but still want to feel part of the crowd. -
Review from Kemi A.
3/7/2009
I'm sorry but this is the saddest excuse of an attempt to create a lounge outta of somebody's shoe closet. You need to lube up with some K-Y jelly cause the space here is TIGHTER than a virgin.
WOW is all I can say. First it's two floors of closet space. You literally walk in and have this URGE to keep walking with the HOPE that there's more...NOPE. But wait, you see stairs leading to a basement. You quickly go for the stairs, you peep over the rails and you see a another small space but wait, there's a curtain...maybe there's more...uhmmm...NOPE it's just the coat rack...LMAO. I sat downstairs and i saw a few people do this all night...only to return upstairs and inhale the the Carbon dioxide someone standing real close by just exhaled.
PLUS..ok first your space is tighter than fresh ass, then you wanna charge an ARM and a LEG for drinks. MIND YOU, this place is suppose to be "speakeasy" style so they don't have all the drinks you would typically order at a bar. I wanted a Malibu( cause I bowdown to all things malibu) only to be told by the waitress that they don't have "typical" bar stuff because of the whole speakeasy thang thang.
this place is a fire hazard, I'm sure if the inspector came by and saw all those people in a tight ass place with only one door out, some type of violation ticket would be given.
I was annoyed!!!
I would warn against this place but again, cover yourself in K-Y jelly makes maneuvering your way around way easier, plus the price of the drinks is like taking it raw up the ass...K-Y will help with that as well.
Smooches :) -
Review from Susie R.
New York, NY
9/4/2011
Very cute bar, excellent cocktails, super-friendly bartender.
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Review from Stephanie B.
New York, NY
2/3/2009
I was so excited to see a bar come into the neighborhood- a real bar! Not a restaurant bar, a student bar, or a weird cafe/bar (ahem, Cafe Amrita).
The drinks were great, the bartender was knowledgeable, the atmosphere was cozy. But the spell was rather violently shattered when the bill came. Woah, mama! $12 for a vodka and soda? I know they've got to make the rent and all, but damn.Listed in: My Neighborhood
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Review from Food C.
Los Angeles, CA
3/26/2012
came here for a few drinks. never been here before. it was really nice. very small. music was good. bartender was great. made great strong drinks that did not hit you until a while later. dark vibe inside. very sexy. after a few drinks and the music and the vibe here, you may try and get it in with whomever you came with. lol.
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Review from Arthur J.
New York, NY
9/26/2010
Great list of mixed drinks a mixologist somewhere is smiling because everyone in the place that night could not stop raving about their choice of libation ;)
Speakesyest location across 100th Street.
I will find my way uptown again to 67 Orange very soon. -
Review from Aaron M.
New York, NY
1/12/2009
Two new joints recently opened on Frederick Douglass Blvd., just across the street from one another. Atomic Wings and 67 Orange Street. If that doesn't perfectly encapsulate the gentrification of Harlem, I don't know what does.
I haven't tried the wings yet, but I did go to 67 Orange Street, and I have mixed feelings. It's definitely cute, all dark and moody interior, and the bartender was super friendly and made some really nice cocktails. But $13 each? You realize we're still in Harlem, right? It's nice to have an upscale option in the neighborhood, but I can't afford to make it a regular destination. -
Review from Traci L.
Bronx, NY
7/29/2009 1 photo
Yikes, why all the haters?
I was here on a Monday night for a friend's birthday. We had a party of eight people. It was cute and cozy, the staff was delightful, and everyone in our group enjoyed their cocktails. No one was disappointed. Big smiles all around. The drink menu had a good selection of clever offerings.
My boyfriend and I sampled the bar food, and loved it as well. Portions weren't big enough to qualify for dinner, but we savored every bite.
Yes it was expensive, but I'd be back. I don't drink often, so it doesn't hurt my budget to pay $8 or $12 for a cocktail. -
Review from Vindu G.
Brooklyn, NY
9/18/2010
It was early on a Saturday evening. We stopped by here for drinks and dinner. It's a small spot, fairly quiet, but with an intimate vibe.
The owner, Karl Franz, was lounging at a high-top table waiting for customers and immediately offered us "the best seat in the house."
The cocktails, mixed personally by Karl Franz, were exquisite. My girlfriend had the Emancipation (cucumber, vodka, cilantro, citronge, lime juice). I started with the NY Sazerac (a whiskey cocktail with rye, cognac and absinthe) and then went on to a Brown Derby (bourbon, grapefruit juice and honey syrup). All were well mixed and strong, with great subtlety of flavors. Sure, they are $13, but they are worth every penny. (To the Yelpers who have complained about the prices: you are still in Manhattan, and these are better than most drinks you're going to get downtown).
The shrimp salad with delicately dressed greens was the best I have ever had in the city of New York (and I am a salad eater). We split that (although I kinda wanted to eat it myself) and then shared the lobster macaroni and cheese. That was a bit bland for my taste -- the cheese overwhelmed the lobster flavor, but she liked it. Extra-nice touch: the dishes were served by the chef himself.
For dessert, we had the chocolate cake, which was drowning in chocolatey goodness -- very intense and rich. What's not to like?
We will be back to this cozy, inviting find in Harlem. The neighborhood badly needed a great speakeasy like this: a warm vibe, great music, fabulous cocktails and bar food that is not an afterthought. -
Review from Lance W.
New York, NY
5/22/2009
I love the idea and the concept of this bar but they prices are high. My friends and I decided that if 67 Orange created a nice happy hour or even gave you a bigger glass for drinks than it would be worth the cost. But I love the fact that I can stay close to home and enjoy a nice atmosphere!!!!
Oh the servers are the best!!!!Comment from Karl W. of 67 Orange Street 6/2/2009
We hear you Lance! We recently added TWO happy hours.… More » -
Review from M. S.
New York, NY
1/21/2010
67 Orange street is a wonderful bar. I have to disagree with other yelpers about the quality of Orange's drinks compared to other downtown establishments. The cocktails at 67 Orange street are, in my opinion, much better than many downtown speakeasies. For example: I recently went to Pegu Club after hearing rave reviews of their cocktail list. Yeah, it was Ok, but many of the drinks did little to amaze me in the originality department and a were much too sweet. 67 Orange street's cocktails are in exactly the same price range as Pegu's, but much more well balanced and carefully conceived. You can tell just from reading their extensive cocktail list that they are passionate about mixing. Their aviator is the best I've tried in New York. I don't mind dropping 13 dollars on one of these works of art.
Asa, the bartender is ridiculously handsome, knowledgeable and caring about cocktails, and extremely professional. He goes out of his way to make every customer feel comfortable and informed about the drinks he mixes. He always seems calm and at home behind the bar, and does not posses a snobby, elitist attitude that many "mixologists" do.
My only gripe is that the space is quite small. It seems especially busy and crowded on Wednesdays. I try to go during less busy hours, and manage to be quite comfortable at the bar. -
Review from Shanda S.
5/3/2010
This place is a mixed bag for me: the drinks are good, the snacks are tasty, the space is cute, the crowd is right, and it's clearly a great addition to the neighborhood.
On the other hand: the space is really small, the service is up and down, the hours of operation are discretionary, and addition of ventilation would be appreciated.
That being said, it's my local and I love it. I can't even remember what this stretch of Harlem was without it. Long live it. -
Review from Jaky J.
New York, NY
7/11/2011 3 Check-ins Here
67 Orange is, in my opinion, one of the best lounges in Harlem. The drinks (and the menu) are well thought out and isn't just your run of the mill drinks. The ingredients work amazingly together and the bartenders are always willing to give you a taste of something new. The drink menu itself always has you searching to try something new. The food is great. I urge anyone to try the the Lucy Juicy sliders and the spicy popcorn. They also have red-velvet waffles that is fast becoming a famous delicacy in Harlem. It also has a very relaxed lounge atmosphere with little distractions. The place is designed to have good conversations with new folks and old friends. The bartenders are skilled at their craft and at the same time have great conversations with the patrons. This is a great social atmosphere and a bit of a getaway from the other "noisy" places in Harlem.
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Review from R R.
New York, NY
6/15/2009
A great breath of fresh air for a neighborhood that doesn't have any classy bars within walking distance... the selection of beer and booze isn't phenomenal by any means, but it's certainly the best in the neighborhood.
Since the neighborhood isn't the greatest, I understand that you've gotta keep your prices a little higher so that you won't have people coming in to buy a beer with the change from their dixie cup.... but 57 Orange Street takes it over the top. I don't think you can buy a drink for less than $12 here. The owner seems to be confused. He thinks he opened his bar in meatpacking, not 113th street. Someone needs to tell him that he missed it by about 100 blocks.
Also, I've been frustrated by the place more than once because they're closed Mondays and Tuesdays--which in my opinion will keep this from being a "neighborhood joint."Comment from Karl W. of 67 Orange Street 6/20/2009
Hey, We hear you RR. We are now open SEVEN days a week.… More » -
Review from Toya F.
Manhattan, NY
2/24/2011
So supposedly there's historical significance with this bar. Don't know if that's the case or a marketing ploy. They have these mixologist type drinks as well that are just okayyy....So the concept is great but it misses the mark in my opinion. The place is super tight. The prices for the drinks don't fit the community. They don't have a happy hour. I'm in no rush to go back.
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Review from Michael M.
New York, NY
5/20/2009
I've been known to splurge on liquor... but I won't be doing it at this place unless they lower their prices.
Otherwise, nice venue, diverse crowd and ultra friendly bartenders.
