Bonnie Vee

Photo of Bonnie Vee

Located in New York, New York

Address: 17 Stanton St, New York, NY 10002, United States

Phone: +1 917-639-3352

Rating: 4.1

Services

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Spirits
  • Wine
  • Seating
  • Toilets
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trending
  • Trendy
  • Groups
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Credit cards

Categories

  • Bar
  • Cocktail bar
  • Restaurant
  • Small plates restaurant

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Comments

  • Review 1 (2024-10-02 - Rating: 5)

    Hadnt been to NY in awhile and we decided to all meet at Bonnie Vee on a Saturday to get the night started ... . The place had a good crowd, not too young and not too old and enough to socialise and still get good bar service but not too much that you couldnt move. Sydney served us our food and cocktails and she is one of the reasons we would all go back! Overall great ambience, great food and the DJ was dropping some truth! The outside space is also a nice touch in NY! Would highly recommend it and will definitely add it to my list of regular spots...

  • Review 2 (2023-08-21 - Rating: 5)

    Good spot for a drink with a group. Plenty of indoor and outdoor space. The bar also has some board games out back that you can play with.

  • Review 3 (2021-12-13 - Rating: 4)

    Visited some friends in Brooklyn and we went on a short excursion. On the way we had some time to kill and our Hosts mentioned Bonnie Vee was a good place to stop in at. They mentioned the good food and good atmosphere. We were sat immediately in the back rm which was quaint & had enough seating for about 20 people. We were the 16th through 20th patrons in the space and although it was a little tight getting past us, no one complained or asked us to move. The food & drink menu was listed in a cool QR coded laminated paper on the table that I was not able to scan with my iPhone(no QR reader) but my Hosts had no problem. American comfort food is how they described the menu. We didnt do anything special for drinks, vodka soda & gin and tonics around the table.The vibe was good and even though you have to prove vaccination, the place was full of patrons.

  • Review 4 (2022-12-10 - Rating: 5)

    Fantastic cozy little bar in the lower East side. Had a great Holiday season round of drinks here!

  • Review 5 (2022-12-05 - Rating: 5)

    Would rate it 4.5 if I could. The beer selection is great (drank Other Halfs Green City), and the cocktails are well made. The pizza was only okay, but I went there mostly for a relaxed environment. Would definitely go there again.

  • Review 6 (2016-12-21 - Rating: 4)

    Had a great cocktail here, the Salt and Ash. Would definitely come back. Crowd can be loud though.

  • Review 7 (2019-05-05 - Rating: 5)

    Best place on the LES. Great cocktails, very reasonable prices, and delicious small plates. The atmosphere is always chill, laid back and the back patio is phenomenal during the warmer months. Jason the owner/bartender will make sure that your stay is memorable!

  • Review 8 (2022-05-27 - Rating: 4)

    I needed a spot to meet a friend of mine where we could talk politics. He said he would be in the Lower East Side so I scoured the map and found this place. I was hoping to grab a seat at a table in their rear area but they had it reserved for a large group. Further dampening my hopes was the fact that the area was covered following some rain. When uncovered and open to the air, I can see the area as being safer than an indoor table.Its all good though because I was granted permission to grab any table inside. I was surprised they were basically all available. Then again, it seemed like it was a really popular spot to meet and actually drink (standing) at the bar. There was a whole crowd amassed around the entire bar. I stood there patiently thinking I had to grab drinks myself but the hostess saw me and told me shed help me out at the table (I was so glad!).I ordered the Flawless Victory (Bourbon, Benedictine, Malbec, Lemon, Pineapple, Ginger, Honey, Absinthe) hoping it would give me luck in the ensuing debate. I followed that up with the Flight to Capri (Bourbon, Campari, Cinnamon Syrup, Lemon, Pineapple). Both cocktails were great! Meanwhile, my opponent arrived so late that we really didnt get deep into it. It didnt help that the bar got louder as the night progressed.We ended up leaving after my opponents companion fell to the floor (Drunk? High? Both? I dont know). Slip up notwithstanding, I told myself Id be back to the Bonnie Vee for more drinks, food and the outdoor/backyard experience. Hopefully the hostess Stephanie will still be there. She was stellar, calm and well accomodating.

  • Review 9 (2024-09-24 - Rating: 5)

    Awesome place, good snacks, best drinks, really nice bartenders. Really chill low light ambiance, and the patio is cute. 10/10 bar in LES

  • Review 10 (2014-01-30 - Rating: 4)

    I was there on a cold COLD Sunday evening and stopped in to watch the NFC final and had a beer. Great looking place. Very interesting crowd although small because of the weather. They had some good music on and offered to put the game sound on for me to which I declined becuase I liked the atmosphere a lot. I will be back. The guy that owns the bar was tending and seemed to be very serious about his place but with a good sense of humor.

  • Review 11 (2018-06-21 - Rating: 4)

    The older I get the more I appreciate a fine bar that serves quality drinks and has a chill vibe and ambiance - which is why I was ecstatic to come across Bonnie Vee in the LES. I came with a friend during happy hour on a Monday afternoon - they have quite a sizable outdoor patio in the back of the bar with various comfy couches perfect for small groups, which in Manhattan, can be a rarity. I had one of their frozen slushies; a spicy tequila concoction called The Jessica Rabbit ($10 during happy hour) which was absolutely delicious! They also appear to have happy hour specials on food as we saw delectable grilled cheeses and other small bites being brought to nearby tables. Ill definitely be coming back to this gem in the future! It would be perfect for a low-key hang or even a first date!

  • Review 12 (2020-12-07 - Rating: 5)

    I really liked this bar. They had Allagash White which is one of my favorite beers. I loved the interior. It definitely had a speakeasy feeling. The bartenders were nice. I enjoyed the music. I would definite recommend this bar.

  • Review 13 (2022-04-09 - Rating: 5)

    This place is amazing!! Every server, bartender, and bouncer we interacted with was so kind and wonderful and the food they have to offer is perfect bar fare. Love this spot!

  • Review 14 (2023-05-14 - Rating: 5)

    Have an event here.The music was fantastic. The back yard was adorable and the staff were so kind and supportive. 10/10

  • Review 15 (2017-12-15 - Rating: 4)

    One of the more crafty cocktail bars in the city, and a little tucked away so youll impress friends visiting. Wouldnt make this your only go-to with so many options in the area, but a reliable stop on a night out.

  • Review 16 (2017-01-03 - Rating: 4)

    Went here for a baby shower! Awesome! Loved the back area with the outside feel without being exposed to the elements. Definitely a gem. Food was ok.

  • Review 17 (2020-02-20 - Rating: 5)

    Really cute bar with a great happy hour. The service was quick and friendly! Fantastic spot to pop in before your dinner reso!

  • Review 18 (2023-05-09 - Rating: 5)

    Love the backyard area, great happy hour if you’re into martinis as well

  • Review 19 (2024-07-22 - Rating: 5)

    Excellent drinks, great service.

  • Review 20 (2022-05-22 - Rating: 5)

    Pretty chill bar, good cold AC on a hot day. Lots of standing area in the front room next to the bar.

  • Review 21 (2018-11-19 - Rating: 5)

    Great spot for cocktails and meeting up with friends. Less crowded than some of the other local spots

  • Review 22 (2019-04-28 - Rating: 5)

    Came here on Easter and had the best time! Cool lounge vibes and a great outdoor garden. TJ our bartender was spot on making us cocktails! He made me a delicious shaken Strawberry Daiquiri that was one of the highlights of the night!

  • Review 23 (2018-07-07 - Rating: 4)

    Good drinks, cool atmosphere. Nothing exciting but not a bad spot either.

  • Review 24 (2022-09-17 - Rating: 4)

    Amazing playlist and vibes. Mediocre drinks. Decent happy hour.

  • Review 25 (2016-10-03 - Rating: 4)

    Good drinks, great music. The space does get a bit crowded on the weekends.

  • Review 26 (2016-06-07 - Rating: 4)

    Nice outdoor seating if you can get a spot. Great salt and ash, good date spot.

  • Review 27 (2023-05-16 - Rating: 4)

    Good cocktails and beer selection. The patio is very nice, although its often busy with private events. Service was great, good classic rock playlist.

  • Review 28 (2017-06-07 - Rating: 4)

    Nice, chill spot to hang with friends, with both indoor and backyard seating

  • Review 29 (2019-06-26 - Rating: 5)

    Delicious cocktails and a great outdoor space.

  • Review 30 (2017-12-28 - Rating: 5)

    Nice place

  • Review 31 (2017-12-12 - Rating: 5)

    Gorgeous interior, fabulous drinks and a great staff

  • Review 32 (2015-07-12 - Rating: 4)

    Chill place, especially the backyard. Beer selection is pretty small.

  • Review 33 (2019-12-18 - Rating: 5)

    Bonnie Vee is a bar I will always love. They gave me the best 30th birthday party. I had never felt so loved in my life. This bar made sure I celebrated well.I will always remember this place for making sure I had fun!Their bartenders, Jason and Christine, made sure I had fun, and made sure I had the night of my life.There is no other bar to celebrate your birthday than at Bonnie Vee!

  • Review 34 (2018-11-03 - Rating: 5)

    Cool place with an outdoor patio. Carlos is an amazing mixologist and easy on the eyes. Try the Grill Cheese Sandwich. It is super gooey, tasty and cheesy. The slightly spicy pickle spear is a nice compliment to the sandwich. It cuts the richness of the sandwich. The cocktail list has something for everyone.

  • Review 35 (2021-08-26 - Rating: 5)

    Cool space, great cocktails. I had the Strawberry Girl cocktail and it was the perfect drink on a hot afternoon.Also had the pretzel which was like a pretzel loaf, served very hot.

  • Review 36 (2015-01-15 - Rating: 5)

    Came here on a Whiskey Passport and loved this place! I had never seen it before, even though I live near the area. The decor inside is really nice and chill, and the bartender was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about whiskeys. Bathrooms were very clean (always important), and I want to come back in warmer weather to check out their back patio.The mood lighting and interesting drinks make Bonnie Vee a great date place!

  • Review 37 (2019-12-25 - Rating: 5)

    Stopped in here for cocktails and some small bites after an event with clients in Soho. Was pleasantly surprised! Loved the Salt & Ash mezcal cocktail. We ordered the grilled cheese, meatballs, hummus, and bar nuts to share and were quite happy! Will definitely be back here for cocktails and small bites with friends.

  • Review 38 (2023-04-13 - Rating: 5)

    Great music, cheap beer!

  • Review 39 (2019-01-04 - Rating: 5)

    Quite possibly the best grilled cheese of my life! And the Jessica Rabbit cocktails are to die for. Cant wait to go back to NYC just for this place!!

  • Review 40 (2021-08-22 - Rating: 5)

    A cocktail bar gem in the Lower East Side - chill, unpretentious and has some delicious concoctions. The Flawless Victory was flawless as advertised - its got a kick to it from the ginger, so be prepared. And although I stuck to it for the night, I made a mental note to come back and try the Peachy Keen.They have happy hours! And some of the latest HHs Ive seen i.e. 5-8pm Mon-Fri. But you have to scan the food menu to get the HH drinks (odd, I know). The list is also somewhat limited with regards to drinks.Bathroom is in the basement where there is also a photo booth for when you get drunk enough to want to memorialize your night.

  • Review 41 (2019-08-02 - Rating: 4)

    The establishment is great especially the outdoor space. But the female server was incredibly rude and unpleasant. Really put a damper on what was a great evening.

  • Review 42 (2018-11-01 - Rating: 5)

    Had a good experience here. Bartenders were cool, drinks priced fairly, and the vibe pretty good overall. Gets quite crowded as the night goes on, and very noisy.

  • Review 43 (2021-04-18 - Rating: 5)

    Great (+ safe) outdoor seating and really great cocktails !!

  • Review 44 (2023-01-08 - Rating: 5)

    This place is cool af. i love it.

  • Review 45 (2019-10-30 - Rating: 5)

    Splendid place, very cozy and laid-back

  • Review 46 (2018-09-15 - Rating: 4)

    Imaginative cocktails and decent bar noshes in a room with a classic pub feel and a terrace out back.

  • Review 47 (2017-12-09 - Rating: 5)

    A rare place with nice drinks thats actually not jam-packed on a Friday night.

  • Review 48 (2022-06-04 - Rating: 5)

    Amazing service, great drinks, beautiful patio

  • Review 49 (2015-05-13 - Rating: 5)

    What a delightful place. We literally stumbled upon it walking around.

  • Review 50 (2016-10-14 - Rating: 4)

    Good late night spot in Les. Has a decent amount of space.

  • Review 51 (2014-07-21 - Rating: 4)

    We went on a saturday afternoon to the garden to just have a drink, they have Riesling (small glass) and big PIMS cocktails that are good. The garden is nice, but more of an outdoor area were smokers can drink, so if you do not enjoy cigarets avoid the garden and stay inside. The place is very classy and the music makes you have a good mood. The bartender is very nice and the service was fast.

  • Review 52 (2017-03-04 - Rating: 5)

    Great happy hour spot near SoHo. Drinks are typical but there is surprisingly good food, too.

  • Review 53 (2018-05-30 - Rating: 5)

    Good beer selection and nice happy hour!

  • Review 54 (2017-03-05 - Rating: 5)

    Excellent cocktails, beautiful crowd. Very popular so it can be uncomfortably crowded sometimes, and basically impossible find a seat.

  • Review 55 (2016-05-02 - Rating: 4)

    Nice bar, good atmosphere.

  • Review 56 (2017-03-21 - Rating: 4)

    I bit small and super crowded for my taste, but they do have a photo booth downstairs

  • Review 57 (2018-11-17 - Rating: 5)

    Great cocktails and snacks.

  • Review 58 (2016-06-23 - Rating: 5)

    Cocktails that get you nice and tight

  • Review 59 (2016-10-23 - Rating: 4)

    Good place for social gatherings/events

  • Review 60 (2016-07-08 - Rating: 4)

    Just a nice little bar.

  • Review 61 (2017-03-12 - Rating: 5)

    Amazing...Dj was awesome!

  • Review 62 (2016-06-25 - Rating: 4)

    Nice backyard

  • Review 63 (2017-07-23 - Rating: 5)

    Quick service, great backyard

  • Review 64 (2016-10-29 - Rating: 5)

    Just cool

  • Review 65 (2019-11-18 - Rating: 5)

    Awesome mixology selection

  • Review 66 (2018-07-27 - Rating: 4)

    I enjoyed the drinks.

  • Review 67 (2016-02-06 - Rating: 4)

    Great

  • Review 68 (2016-12-12 - Rating: 5)

    Great cocktails

  • Review 69 (2018-06-03 - Rating: 5)

    Bomb cocktails.

  • Review 70 (2018-02-25 - Rating: 5)

    Grilled cheese!

  • Review 71 (2017-05-19 - Rating: 5)

    Yummy times

  • Review 72 (2022-07-03 - Rating: 4)

    Nice bar with a courtyard to sit outside

  • Review 73 (2016-02-20 - Rating: 5)

    Woooooo

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