Ampersand

Photo of Ampersand

Located in New York, New York

Address: 294 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10010, United States

Phone: +1 212-477-8100

Rating: 4.5

Services

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery
  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great wine list
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Spirits
  • Wine
  • Seating
  • Toilets
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy
  • Groups
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Categories

  • Bar
  • Cocktail bar
  • New American restaurant
  • Wine bar

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Comments

  • Review 1 (2024-12-31 - Rating: 5)

    Theyve got good cocktails and I love the vibe. Its small and cozy, the server was very nice.Good place to go grab couple drinks to spend a short night.

  • Review 2 (2024-11-22 - Rating: 5)

    Ampersand is such a fun experience. We return every time we are in the city. All of the staff are wonderful and Evan and Justin took excellent care of us this time! The atmosphere is truly enjoyable, the service excellent, and the offerings (drinks and food) delicious. We look forward to returning soon!

  • Review 3 (2024-02-06 - Rating: 4)

    Nice little bar in Gramercy. I visited on a Monday night and it was pretty crowded. The White Negroni was on point, although there were not many innovative drinks. Ill probably try it another time.

  • Review 4 (2023-09-01 - Rating: 4)

    A steady fourThis establishment is good, however, there are several points on which the owners may wish to improve.For starters, the continued use of QR codes.It may horrify the owners of this bar to learn that, despite what you read on CNN, the Covid pandemic is, in fact, over.As such, nothing less than paper menus will do.And I don’t want to hear any carping about the environment from people who live in a city where the paper straw is practically legend.Second, the ceiling.I understand that Celia in the flat above loves a good bath, but the dangerously warped ceilings she has produced pose a real danger to customers.I would recommend a quick repair job, before the rafters fall on some unsuspecting guest - resulting in legal action and, eventually, the closure of this establishment.Someone may also want to potter around and replace the QR codes, several of which are faded and frayed - making them now impossible to use (a photo of one such code I attach).Overall, a lovely bar and I look forward to my next visit. Shame, however, about the oversight of the little details that can really make a place shine.

  • Review 5 (2024-10-26 - Rating: 5)

    Great place for late night cocktails! The drinks are yummy and the staff are super fun and friendly.

  • Review 6 (2024-10-27 - Rating: 5)

    Solid spot with over the friendliest staff and cozy atmosphere. Great for meeting mates for drinks.

  • Review 7 (2022-08-14 - Rating: 5)

    Nice cocktails! Good amount of seating - both high tops and low tables. Good selection of reasonably priced drinks, so there will be something for everyone if you come with a group.

  • Review 8 (2022-07-29 - Rating: 5)

    We stopped by for a drink before going out to dinner. This was a great find! The drinks were delicious, the staff was friendly and knowledgable, and the atmosphere was awesome. Highly recommend. Best of all, the prices werent bad at all!

  • Review 9 (2024-09-27 - Rating: 4)

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  • Review 10 (2023-10-23 - Rating: 5)

    We stopped in here for drinks before our dinner reservation. The place was very busy on a Friday night (to be expected), and we were immediately greeted by our waiter. They were attentive and kind, and had a warm demeanor about them that is hard to come by in this city. The drinks were incredible and although we didn’t eat here the aromas coming off of others people tables wish we had stuck around for dinner. P.S. can we talk about the pricing?! 😍

  • Review 11 (2019-03-10 - Rating: 5)

    DOPE SPOT!! Great Happy Hour and Super Friendly Staff. DE-LICIOUS TEquila dRiNKssss.🍹🤪We got the pork tacos and mushroom tacos. YUUUUUM.🌮

  • Review 12 (2018-03-20 - Rating: 5)

    Perfect for low-key after work drink or weeknight first date. Good cocktails and bites, very friendly staff, and great atmosphere. Bartender Mariah ensured me that area bros stick to the nearby pubs.

  • Review 13 (2024-02-16 - Rating: 5)

    Ampersand is one of those rare places where you walk in and the door closes and the rest of the city kind of disappears. It’s so intimate, it’s a jazzy crowd with a deep bench of experts behind the Bar and on staff. Julian is a master of his craft and takes care of his customers- new and returning. I asked for hot sauce and he made sure to get me the one with less sugar that would compliment my tacos better- obviously I ordered a second round. Really just a hidden gem and I make sure to stop bye every time I’m in the East 20s. Good date spot, good spot to bring visiting friends who was to feel like locals, just a good, good spot.

  • Review 14 (2021-06-17 - Rating: 5)

    They know how to make a drink. They know the power of 1970s music. They know the importance of soft lighting. Excellent all around.

  • Review 15 (2018-03-19 - Rating: 5)

    Great ambiance. food was excellent. Went on St. Patricks day and the place was packed.

  • Review 16 (2023-07-15 - Rating: 5)

    I met a friend for drinks at &. I got a spicy cocktail there, and it was to die for. Probably one of the best ones I’ve had in the whole city. I could not recommend it more for an intimate date with a friend or with a romantic partner.

  • Review 17 (2024-08-27 - Rating: 4)

    Delicious cocktails and a fantastic warm-industrial aesthetic.

  • Review 18 (2019-03-22 - Rating: 5)

    One of my favorite bars in NYC. The location has a surprising amount of seating for such a small bar. The staff are all great. They have a good beer and wine list as well as a great cocktail menu. Its the perfect neighborhood bar for meeting a few friends. They also have a good happy hour menu and surprisingly good food.

  • Review 19 (2024-06-11 - Rating: 4)

    Cool vibes, great bartenders and delicious drinks. Be prepared to pay.

  • Review 20 (2019-04-27 - Rating: 5)

    Small bar with great seating for groups serves really tasty typical bar food. Lamb burger is great but the traditional burger is amazing. Guacamole is really excellent. Great music not too loud, and the crowd is light. Good spot for drinks and a conversation. Really like this place for dinner!

  • Review 21 (2017-11-20 - Rating: 4)

    Cocktails are lovely and when I went there at 6pm on a rainy Saturday night it was not packed but had a decent crowd. Got a table no problem. Ambience is lovely for a cold winters day with low yellow light. The cocktails were well made and reasonably priced.

  • Review 22 (2017-07-15 - Rating: 4)

    This review is for drinks/late-night only. Ive yet to try the food (although I want to!). They have a very diverse cocktail menu and something for everyone. Not to mention, they are yummy! We walked in with a group late on Saturday night and easily found a place to sit. It was a fun crowd but we could also easily have a conversation without shouting over others. Have gone back since and will continue to go back! Hidden gem on 3rd!

  • Review 23 (2019-03-21 - Rating: 5)

    Great burger. Owners are really cool but the service is not stellar when they get packed (understandable). The drinks are always good and thats what matters most. I dont hang out in the Union Square area a lot but at least I have a go to bar now.

  • Review 24 (2024-10-06 - Rating: 5)

    We stumbled upon this place by accident and instantly felt at home. So much so that we went back after our show. We were welcomed and treated like regulars.

  • Review 25 (2022-02-11 - Rating: 5)

    Lovely drinks, lovely service, lovely atmosphere! I think the photos on Google are a little unflattering, this place is VERY cozy (in a good way). I will 100% be back... I have to try everything on the cocktail list!

  • Review 26 (2022-08-31 - Rating: 5)

    Really nice bar, gets busy and you can’t reserve so you may be waiting for a table. I have not tried the food but all the cocktails are great and their are moktails for someone who does not want booze

  • Review 27 (2024-05-23 - Rating: 5)

    The poblano sour is spectacular! Calm place with lots of different seating options.

  • Review 28 (2023-03-08 - Rating: 4)

    Only had 1 drink here but seemed decent enough. Friendly staff. Drinks felt a bit on the pricey side but that might just be New York prices.

  • Review 29 (2022-05-22 - Rating: 4)

    Great vibe, and solid drinks. Good place for a date night.

  • Review 30 (2017-12-08 - Rating: 5)

    Best and absolute favorite bar in the city. Great food. Incredible cocktails. Best bartenders!! A little hard to find due to no sign, but we like it that way!

  • Review 31 (2016-06-06 - Rating: 5)

    This cocktail bar is easy to walk by in the midst of 23rd Streets busy intersection with 3rd Avenue. The whiskey/bourbon collection is impressive and the small space is cozy, yet not cramped. Tables in the back are perfect for larger groups, and be sure to order the potato chips which come nacho-style, piled high and with tangy blue cheese. The service is fast and reliable, too!

  • Review 32 (2022-11-11 - Rating: 5)

    Unbeatable drinks, food and speed of service! Julien worked the bar with pristine efficiency and spectacular attention to detail - come here if you want an absolutely delightful experience & vibe!

  • Review 33 (2022-02-17 - Rating: 5)

    A unique spot for a drink and some good food! Really enjoyed the atmosphere and the many drink options on the menu. Food menu isn’t massive, but what they do have was very delicious

  • Review 34 (2024-11-17 - Rating: 5)

    Bartender was too firty. 69/10

  • Review 35 (2023-09-13 - Rating: 5)

    Went at like 8 on a sunday and it was a good level of busy. we stayed until like 11 and it was a lot more quiet by then. great date spot. the menu won’t give you decision fatigue but has options for everyone. fave drink was def the buzz word. reasonable prices (15/16)

  • Review 36 (2024-09-30 - Rating: 5)

    Lovely bartending produces an exquisite vibe and equally impressive cocktails. My personal fav? The passion fruit pisco sour. Whattt?! GO.

  • Review 37 (2022-12-18 - Rating: 4)

    My single most favorite cocktail in nyc (the Dr jones.) this place is special to me but the hinge daters have found this place and are slowly taking over…. Might need to find somewhere else soon 😵‍💫

  • Review 38 (2019-05-16 - Rating: 4)

    Stumbled into this place late at night, after the first place we went to dinner was closed. From what I remember (ha) the ambiance was lovely and service quick. I thought the wine was just fine but my date thought it too sweet.

  • Review 39 (2021-10-21 - Rating: 5)

    Really cool cocktail bar in NYC. Lots of exposed brick and soft lightning. A wide variety of excellent cocktails. Great place to hang out!

  • Review 40 (2018-07-18 - Rating: 5)

    Came here with my friend for drinks and dinner. I got the old fashioned and we split the white bean dip, mushroom tacos, and veggie burger. Everything was delish!! And I loved the old fashioned also. I only wish we showed up a little earlier for the happy hour!

  • Review 41 (2020-02-25 - Rating: 5)

    Super chill cocktail bar with solid drinks. Gets a bit crowded during peak hours, but tbh that’s to be expected in NYC. I’d recommend to either come early or super late if you’re coming on a Friday or Saturday to avoid a wait :)

  • Review 42 (2022-09-17 - Rating: 5)

    Their cocktails are great! They had a nice variety and the music was just at the right volume that I didn’t feel like I was yelling to talk to someone.

  • Review 43 (2017-06-29 - Rating: 5)

    An unbeatable cocktail bar since the day it opened, Ampersand has added a touch of (unpretentious) class to the neighborhood. Great staff, awesome light food options, and an always impressive arsenal of cocktails and drinks, Im yet to have anything less than a stellar experience in here.

  • Review 44 (2016-09-27 - Rating: 5)

    Went for brunch-- I had the corned beef hash, and it was amazing! They used chunks of actual meat and it was super tender. I tried a bit of the Avocado toast from a friend, and that was just as good. Definitely have to go back and try the other dishes.

  • Review 45 (2016-10-21 - Rating: 5)

    Great cocktails and great vibes for enjoying that perfect drink.

  • Review 46 (2019-05-08 - Rating: 5)

    4.5 rounding to 5. Boutique craft cocktail first and foremost. Not sure if they have food, just got drinks. Boutique cocktail menu, but all seem to be high quality. Limited beer and wine, but again, focus here is on mixology. Mixologists are skilled and can adapt and make suggestions based on your particular preference. Atmosphere is warm industrial with mild classic speakeasy /early 20th century accents.

  • Review 47 (2023-09-19 - Rating: 5)

    Just passing by this a attractive American’s style Vibes Bar ~

  • Review 48 (2024-08-02 - Rating: 5)

    Lovely little date nook tucked away in Murray hill-ish area

  • Review 49 (2022-07-04 - Rating: 5)

    Have been here more times than I can count. The bartenders know what they are doing (best penicillin in the city). Servers can be hit or miss and quite slow during busy times.

  • Review 50 (2016-05-15 - Rating: 5)

    The cocktails are creatively delicious, and the bartenders are super friendly. If you are ever in Gramercy park area, this tavern is the place to be. Local craft beers and hand crafted cocktails make Ampersand a must have!

  • Review 51 (2019-06-09 - Rating: 5)

    What an amazing bar! I have the bar tenders my spirit of choice and preferred flavor profile and they made magic happen. Amazing amazing drinks!!! Cant wait to go back

  • Review 52 (2024-07-01 - Rating: 5)

    I feel this is a classic NYC bar. The drinks are always top notch h. The bartenders are extremely friendly, and vibes are perfect!

  • Review 53 (2024-06-11 - Rating: 4)

    A good place for a late night bite and drink... cauliflower bites, and all the tacos were good. Price was OK, too.Probable the thing I loved the most was the service since it was unexpected to see someone so attentive and smiling at that time of the night.

  • Review 54 (2023-05-22 - Rating: 4)

    Great drinks. Good for a first date or a group. Lots of options to choose from too!

  • Review 55 (2018-05-22 - Rating: 5)

    Great cocktails with an easy going vibe that makes getting a drink on a Tuesday afternoon worth it. Ive been a couple of times and each times has been great. The bartenders and friendly and quick. Dont know what youre in the mood for? Let them create a cocktail for you and it wont disappoint. Easy going, quality cocktails with a vintage feel, definitely one my go-to bars in the city.

  • Review 56 (2021-05-17 - Rating: 5)

    Quality cocktails and great service!Temp check at the door and keeps everything very clean!Great to have bar service back in the city!!

  • Review 57 (2018-09-22 - Rating: 5)

    Julian is a cocktail maestro! Im sure I annoyed him but he makes the best spicy cocktails on request. The pork tacos are super amazing!

  • Review 58 (2018-06-12 - Rating: 5)

    Mariah is the best bartender ever! The cocktails are tasty and theres a very chill vibe. I cant wait to comback for food.

  • Review 59 (2019-06-18 - Rating: 4)

    Cute place that has more space than might meet the eye. Extensive creative cocktail list is a plus but overall not too much that makes this memorable.

  • Review 60 (2017-02-03 - Rating: 5)

    The staff are the best, really friendly. Cocktails are superb, food is great and the atmosphere is perfect. Also no screens for distractions!

  • Review 61 (2019-10-09 - Rating: 5)

    The place has great relaxed vibe and the cocktails are awesome. The staff is super nice. Overall great experience!

  • Review 62 (2019-10-05 - Rating: 4)

    Nice ambience, friendly bartenders, good drinks. Got a little loud but it seemed that I was mostly because a party of some kind filled the space up

  • Review 63 (2024-07-06 - Rating: 5)

    Mark and Julian keep you hydrated in an open bar with great mixed cocktails.

  • Review 64 (2021-12-03 - Rating: 5)

    Good cocktails at reasonable prices. Great atmosphere and our bartender was friendly and funny!

  • Review 65 (2023-02-06 - Rating: 4)

    Great atmosphere but did not have any beer as the taps were not working

  • Review 66 (2024-04-26 - Rating: 5)

    I came here for a few drinks on a Monday night. Wasnt that crowded around 7pm, but it got busier later on. Cocktails were creative and tasted good. Recommend if you want a nice place that isnt too loud. Great place, would return.

  • Review 67 (2017-02-13 - Rating: 4)

    Great cocktails. Pretty good food, although a bit pricey. Hip spot, also great for a date.

  • Review 68 (2023-08-13 - Rating: 5)

    Cheap cocktails in a pretty vibey venue.

  • Review 69 (2023-02-05 - Rating: 4)

    Drinks were awesome! Service was awesome! Only had one bathroom which was not awesome.

  • Review 70 (2024-12-30 - Rating: 5)

    Made a great last word.

  • Review 71 (2019-02-20 - Rating: 5)

    Good vibes here! Bartender was attentive and personal! Great service! Ill definitely make this place a regular.

  • Review 72 (2023-01-25 - Rating: 4)

    Good cocktails and mocktsils, pretty busy at 5pm on a Tuesday night!

  • Review 73 (2018-10-21 - Rating: 4)

    They have a solid list of happy hour cocktails available and the chips and guac we ordered was very fresh.

  • Review 74 (2021-10-23 - Rating: 4)

    Decent drinks and good bar snacks.

  • Review 75 (2017-09-12 - Rating: 5)

    Our bartender Moria was amazing and made the most delicious drinks. Food was great as well! The night ended with my boyfriend proposing and a shot on the bartender! Great experience!

  • Review 76 (2023-02-25 - Rating: 4)

    Great bar that opens late. Nice ambiance for a group setting!

  • Review 77 (2019-11-24 - Rating: 4)

    Excellent cocktails, they should have a higher end appetizer selection to match quality of the drinks

  • Review 78 (2017-07-18 - Rating: 4)

    Very busy but manages to retain intimate and relaxed vibe. Did not sample the food, but selection of drinks and service was great.

  • Review 79 (2021-12-12 - Rating: 4)

    Cozy cocktail bar near Madison Square. Drinks were good, the shrimp tacos were ok

  • Review 80 (2022-04-12 - Rating: 5)

    While the menu is not too extensive, everything from the food to the drinks were great!

  • Review 81 (2019-10-06 - Rating: 4)

    Smooth vibes and a catchy aesthetic make this a solid setting for a quiet bar night with friends. Affordable and pleasant!

  • Review 82 (2022-08-29 - Rating: 5)

    Great bar with a fantastic environment. Music and drinks were on point.

  • Review 83 (2021-10-06 - Rating: 5)

    Cocktail recommendation: “The one with the Cucumber” or “Flamingo”

  • Review 84 (2017-08-07 - Rating: 4)

    Nice place with solid cocktails and beers, but avoid during rush times because its not great when its packed.

  • Review 85 (2021-05-27 - Rating: 5)

    Really great cocktail spot! Drinks are delicious and service is good.

  • Review 86 (2022-01-02 - Rating: 5)

    We stopped in for late night cocktails during our trip to NYC, and we fell in love with Ampersand! The atmosphere was so cozy, and the drinks were absolutely delicious.

  • Review 87 (2024-01-24 - Rating: 5)

    Comfy cocktail bar. Plenty of space and perfect for a date or meeting with friends. The bartenders were extremely skilled and we enjoyed a range of different cocktails.

  • Review 88 (2019-06-30 - Rating: 5)

    Great atmosphere and service. The cocktails were great.

  • Review 89 (2018-08-21 - Rating: 5)

    This place is the awesome. Great atmosphere and knowledgeable bartenders. Julian and Mariah are rockstar!

  • Review 90 (2019-05-17 - Rating: 4)

    Not bad, but the cocktails arent anything to write home about. Still a good neighborhood spot.

  • Review 91 (2023-12-05 - Rating: 5)

    Really enjoyed the two cocktails here- which were each unique in their own right. It was moderately full on a Monday evening. Atmosphere was conducive to conversation. Will be back!

  • Review 92 (2017-09-18 - Rating: 5)

    Great cocktails and super nice staff, albeit at the quiet hour of 3 am! Really enjoyed being there.

  • Review 93 (2024-03-22 - Rating: 5)

    Nice mocktail! I wasnt sure what to get but the bartender suggested a gingery mocktail and it was delicious!

  • Review 94 (2022-05-30 - Rating: 5)

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  • Review 95 (2023-11-09 - Rating: 5)

    Been coming here for 8 years , day it opened. By far the most consistent quality cocktails in Chelsea (just) ..or city IMHO. Julian and now Coffee ( new guy who I hung with tonight) are true mixologists. Having just returned frombtoo many European cities to mention (exception of London) an DC, Baltimore, Raleigh, etc tour. This place makes me as happy as my basement, and that is another story.

  • Review 96 (2019-11-15 - Rating: 5)

    Nice craft cocktails.

  • Review 97 (2019-09-22 - Rating: 5)

    Decent cocktails and good service.

  • Review 98 (2019-09-01 - Rating: 5)

    Tucked away, hidden gem. Great cocktails and laid back atmosphere. Look for the Ampersand sign ;-)

  • Review 99 (2018-01-28 - Rating: 5)

    Lovely cocktails and lovely upbeat relaxed atmosphere.

  • Review 100 (2016-09-15 - Rating: 4)

    Grabbed some drinks and some tacos before a concert. Pretty good tacos although a bit pricy.

  • Review 101 (2018-07-14 - Rating: 5)

    Great place to meet before you go to the comedy club around the corner. Perfect negroni.

  • Review 102 (2022-05-18 - Rating: 5)

    Great cocktails!

  • Review 103 (2023-10-12 - Rating: 5)

    The staff is incredible, the atmosphere is perfect, and the cocktails are perfect. It’s the little gem you’ve been looking for.

  • Review 104 (2023-09-30 - Rating: 5)

    Great historical bar. And good happy hour specials. Cheers we will be back!

  • Review 105 (2024-04-14 - Rating: 5)

    My go to weekend bar place.

  • Review 106 (2023-12-19 - Rating: 5)

    Went for drinks very solid fair price

  • Review 107 (2023-07-13 - Rating: 5)

    Perfectly lit space to tuck into for an excellent cocktail. We wanted a dimly lit, moody space to kick off our visit to Manhattan - this place nailed it. The classic gin martini and the black Manhattan were primo.

  • Review 108 (2023-11-26 - Rating: 5)

    Great drinks and atmosphere

  • Review 109 (2023-08-18 - Rating: 5)

    Nice spot for a fun drink with friends. Good cocktails, enjoyed all the whiskey drinks and well priced for nyc, cosy atmosphere.

  • Review 110 (2016-08-24 - Rating: 5)

    Best local bar and restaurant in the area. Love it.

  • Review 111 (2023-08-08 - Rating: 4)

    Great ambiance to hang out and chill. Friday night was bumpin’ with 90’s hits!

  • Review 112 (2021-05-29 - Rating: 5)

    Lively bar with great service. Martini was good

  • Review 113 (2023-07-07 - Rating: 5)

    Its a fairly quiet bar for its size with solid cocktails and attentive staff.

  • Review 114 (2022-07-30 - Rating: 5)

    This place is fantastic! My bestie and I were in NYC for an end of summer trip and found this place by accident on our way back to the hotel. The atmosphere is very chill and inviting. The staff is awesome. I loved talking with our bartender and just enjoying some beautifully crafted drinks. Definitely check it out.

  • Review 115 (2021-11-01 - Rating: 5)

    A+ cocktails and service

  • Review 116 (2022-12-12 - Rating: 5)

    Clean with good decor. Good selections of drinks, plus some decent food on the menu. Only wish there was more than one bathroom.

  • Review 117 (2023-03-07 - Rating: 4)

    Really good vibe and a great place if you were to go on a date, although we just went as a group of friends and had a great time. Quality cocktails at a reasonable price point.

  • Review 118 (2023-04-04 - Rating: 5)

    Small but cool vibe....Also nice for an intimate date setting just to chat over a drink.

  • Review 119 (2018-07-30 - Rating: 5)

    Dimly lit spot, open late and great cocktails.

  • Review 120 (2023-08-09 - Rating: 5)

    Great spot to grab a drink and small bite

  • Review 121 (2023-03-03 - Rating: 5)

    Especially lovely place. If you’re looking for a snack, the Buffalo Cauliflower is especially good.

  • Review 122 (2022-07-11 - Rating: 5)

    Cute little spot around the corner from our hotel. Great cocktails and atmosphere. I enjoyed the one with cucumber

  • Review 123 (2022-10-08 - Rating: 5)

    The vibes are great and the cocktails are inventive. I havent been able to recreate the black negroni at home, so I will be returning!

  • Review 124 (2023-01-16 - Rating: 5)

    Really delicious cocktails, i’ve gone back a few times now and it never disappoints.

  • Review 125 (2021-10-23 - Rating: 4)

    This place is fine. Good staff that can deal with large groups. Even when a person or two in the group is annoying. Had an Old Fashioned, was exemplary. The peeps that ate enjoyed the food. Recommended.

  • Review 126 (2022-09-09 - Rating: 5)

    Good drinks, well-priced, good vibes and a friendly staff. They dont serve watered down drinks here and Im thankful for that haha

  • Review 127 (2022-07-10 - Rating: 5)

    Moved into the area recently (abt 2 mos of this writing) and found this spot. Extremely good cocktail menu. Known for that. A buddy in hospitality also told me about it so many in the industry also seem to hang out there.Expect appropriate prices as well to go along with the high end cocktails. (As it should be!) Great service. Staff had been there for a while. Definitely has a date type feel to it. Not a happy hour type place.Food is also REALLY good. Definitely a plus. Highly recommended.

  • Review 128 (2022-03-29 - Rating: 5)

    The cocktails were all very good and the staff was super friendly. Reasonably priced for manhattan everything was like 14 dollars. Looking forward to coming back

  • Review 129 (2021-07-29 - Rating: 5)

    Very cute. Friendly staff. Price is democracy

  • Review 130 (2022-09-10 - Rating: 5)

    Went back after a long interlude... and has not lost its stride after all these years.The cocktails still beat the vast majority of any place in NYC.

  • Review 131 (2022-04-27 - Rating: 4)

    Drinks were cute. Had a good time sending off my co worker at her HHTry the gold rush if you go, you wont regret it

  • Review 132 (2018-07-31 - Rating: 5)

    Ampersand is a nice cocktail bar with some creative cocktails and excellent food. The bar has friendly bartenders, the ambience is intimate but not so much that youd feel its a date place only. It definitely isnt.There are so many cocktails to choose from. I am sure youll find one you like. The food was expertly prepared. You dont normally rave about shoestring fries, but these fries were cooked so crispy that it took on potato chip qualities while also still being a fry. So damn good! All and all this is a great place, one worth visiting and a great experience!

  • Review 133 (2018-11-19 - Rating: 4)

    Great vibe, good location. Staff was friendly and attentive

  • Review 134 (2021-08-07 - Rating: 5)

    Really, really great selection of cocktails. Lots of creative flavor combinations, something to please everyone. It’s got a great vibe inside, old brick, sometimes a little formal but not always.

  • Review 135 (2019-03-14 - Rating: 5)

    Cool bar, doing mixology like everybody else....

  • Review 136 (2022-09-24 - Rating: 5)

    Cute, vibey and wasn’t too busy which was nice.Lots of paintings and pictures of birds on the walls

  • Review 137 (2021-04-14 - Rating: 4)

    The fish tacos were so good I love the crunchy batter and the pineapple relish topping was on point. Guacamole dip with the perfect crunchy chips, yum. Service was good I like the outdoor seating

  • Review 138 (2022-03-16 - Rating: 5)

    Cute vibe. Drinks were decent but low key weird. With checking out

  • Review 139 (2016-07-02 - Rating: 4)

    This is our company bar and they make us feel at home.

  • Review 140 (2017-04-03 - Rating: 4)

    Nice easy going bar with friendly staff.

  • Review 141 (2018-06-19 - Rating: 5)

    Do you want a cool cocktail in a dark, hip, quiet space? Are you wondering where to take a first date for a casual drink and maybe an appetizer? This place is perfect as far as my experiences have gone. The prices may be a little steeper than some other places in the area, but its in the quality of the drinks that that concern goes away. I havent had better cocktails in the area that is this accessible and this well priced. (They even make the completely transparent ice cubes for the rocks drinks, a very cool effect)

  • Review 142 (2018-03-20 - Rating: 5)

    The craft cocktails are fantastic some even including house made ingredients. The atmosphere was also great with cozy seating at small tables or around the bar. The chips and guacamole was also delicious. I highly recommend this for a cute date spot or catching up with friends.

  • Review 143 (2018-08-20 - Rating: 5)

    Has a pretty good Moscow mule. Try it!

  • Review 144 (2017-12-11 - Rating: 4)

    Intimate and cozy bar. Great for dates. Good cocktails and friendly service. Happy hours ends at 7pm but just a dollar off regular drink prices.

  • Review 145 (2022-09-29 - Rating: 4)

    Decent prices but a little slow when busy.

  • Review 146 (2020-01-07 - Rating: 5)

    Very chill bar. Cool cats only.

  • Review 147 (2017-07-30 - Rating: 5)

    Yam and Brandon are the best. Just tell them things you like or are interested in trying and theyll figure something out thats amazing. Yam is especially gifted in balloon shopping if you are celebrating something

  • Review 148 (2022-10-20 - Rating: 5)

    Nice spot, friendly team and worth a visit!

  • Review 149 (2022-11-16 - Rating: 4)

    Nice place. Typical NYC expensive drinks

  • Review 150 (2022-06-14 - Rating: 5)

    Fun drink selection, dont be afraid to try.

  • Review 151 (2016-07-16 - Rating: 5)

    Amazing cocktails. Friendly bartender

  • Review 152 (2021-10-09 - Rating: 5)

    Visiting for weekend and had a great time. Great service and the drinks were awesome.

  • Review 153 (2018-01-21 - Rating: 5)

    This bar is right next to our hotel so we figured we go grab a few cocktails. Although very packed the bartenders noticed us and got us menus right away. The cocktails were wonderful, perfectly crafted. We loved the atmosphere and the liveliness of the Bar. We will be back.

  • Review 154 (2016-09-09 - Rating: 5)

    The burger-burger was delicious as well as the Ill have another which is similar to a mint Julep but with extra fruit. Bells two-hearted ale on draft was a pleasant surprise. Bartender was friendly and the atmosphere is laid back and easy to hold a conversation without having music blaring. Overall a great find!

  • Review 155 (2023-07-15 - Rating: 5)

    Just .... the best

  • Review 156 (2018-05-19 - Rating: 5)

    One of my favorite bars in the area. Super chill, good lighting, great food, lots of space and seats. And oh man, the food is awesome!! The drinks get the job done, too, haha.

  • Review 157 (2022-11-12 - Rating: 5)

    Very good cocktail bar for a date

  • Review 158 (2016-08-10 - Rating: 5)

    Creative cocktails and a really nice atmosphere. The bartenders are friendly and will make you whatever you ask for. Excellent date spot or place to just chill at the bar by yourself.

  • Review 159 (2017-01-31 - Rating: 5)

    Dope bartender! Super relaxed vibe, a great intimate place with a decent selection of drinks. One of my favorite low-key spots around the city.

  • Review 160 (2018-08-14 - Rating: 5)

    Sweet place. Great for a date in which you want to have a conversation and actually be heard. Staff isnt over bearing and allows you to chill.

  • Review 161 (2020-02-16 - Rating: 5)

    Great service and cocktail selection. Perfect spot for a drink after dinner, as the bar menu is small. Small tables at the front with bigger group accomodations near the back of the bar.

  • Review 162 (2020-03-08 - Rating: 4)

    Awesome cocktails. Great vibe. Get a seat all the way inside if you want it to be slightly quieter. I

  • Review 163 (2015-10-25 - Rating: 5)

    Friendly, personable bartenders. On point cocktail creations and very tasty and flavorful food. Definitely would recommend

  • Review 164 (2018-12-16 - Rating: 5)

    Fun, loud, intimate atmosphere. Great for small groups.If you like booze forward cocktails, Id highly reccomend trying the Private Eyes!

  • Review 165 (2019-08-30 - Rating: 5)

    Best dark & stormy Ive ever had

  • Review 166 (2017-12-03 - Rating: 5)

    An excellent, but well known bar in Grammercy Park. A great place to go with a small group of friends to have a sit and a conversation. Drink places are good and the staff are friendly. A go to when I go out with friends for a chill night of drinking and chat.

  • Review 167 (2019-06-25 - Rating: 4)

    Ampersand bar had a nice atmosphere, plenty of young people and good music. Drinks are reasonable and very quickly maid, and the bartenders are quite attentive. It was however very hot even in April with very little air, or air conditioning to be found.

  • Review 168 (2015-10-10 - Rating: 5)

    Great, handmade drinks and fish tacos.

  • Review 169 (2021-05-03 - Rating: 5)

    Good vibes and delicious drinks. Very pleasant space

  • Review 170 (2021-03-31 - Rating: 4)

    Great atmosphere, fast and friendly service. Felt like pre-Covid! While still being safe and socially distanced of course

  • Review 171 (2018-11-11 - Rating: 5)

    Great atmosphere with great staff. A standout bar for the neighborhood thats different then the usual sports bars you see walking down 3rd ave

  • Review 172 (2019-01-20 - Rating: 5)

    OMG this is the place to be on a Saturday evening, I had beer last night but the cocktails looked so delicious, my date had the white bean dip and mushroom tacos , I ordered the lamb burger and was not disappointed, service was on point! Will definitely come back to try some cocktails

  • Review 173 (2017-12-20 - Rating: 5)

    Best bar in the Gramercy area. Its a small spot with plenty of seating. Great cocktails and live music on Wednesdays.

  • Review 174 (2021-02-23 - Rating: 5)

    Great atmosphere and incredibly friendly staff!

  • Review 175 (2019-04-08 - Rating: 5)

    Best shishito peppers! We all had cocktails and were very please. The atmosphere is splendid and you can have a conversation in a group setting at the table. Loved the esthetic of the spot!

  • Review 176 (2022-03-29 - Rating: 5)

    Relaxed vibe good service and great music

  • Review 177 (2018-08-11 - Rating: 5)

    Great bartenders. Casual atmosphere. Interesting crowd.

  • Review 178 (2022-02-26 - Rating: 5)

    Nice cocktail bar!! Great drinks

  • Review 179 (2020-09-28 - Rating: 5)

    Drink the Oaxaca Old Fashioned. Then drink it again. Then drink it again. Then drinnkks iitss againnn. Then...............Its never not been a good night.

  • Review 180 (2020-03-09 - Rating: 4)

    Stay were really nice.Good selection of tangs also.

  • Review 181 (2018-10-15 - Rating: 4)

    Cute, kind of steam punky bar. Good enough happy hour specials for the area

  • Review 182 (2020-02-21 - Rating: 4)

    Great date spot. You can humm, sing, dance on the table and no one would know.

  • Review 183 (2019-05-11 - Rating: 5)

    Good place to grab drinks after work. Great cocktails, and friendly staff.

  • Review 184 (2018-02-24 - Rating: 4)

    Great drinks. Expensive food. But awesome bar

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