Groove

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Located in New York, New York

Address: 125 MacDougal St, New York, NY 10012, United States

Phone: +1 212-254-9393

Rating: 4.3

Services

  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Dancing
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Spirits
  • Wine
  • Seating
  • Bar on site
  • Restaurant
  • Toilets
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy
  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Paid street parking
  • Parking

Categories

  • Live music bar
  • Bar
  • Italian restaurant
  • Live music venue
  • Pizza restaurant
  • Restaurant

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Comments

  • Review 1 (2024-12-14 - Rating: 5)

    This is a really cool venue with live 🎶 music. We happened in while waiting for a show at Blue Note and were blown away by Harlem Gospel Travelers. Definitely a little tight seating like many places in thee Village.

  • Review 2 (2024-12-31 - Rating: 5)

    Cozy, LIVE muszac spot! Great energy, good bartender. and even a better vibe. Soooo glad I went to see Aaron Marcellus & The Marcellus Collective “ElectricGroove Soul”, as recommended by a dear brother/friend.

  • Review 3 (2024-11-16 - Rating: 5)

    Fabulous little music venue in the Village. We very much enjoyed Wayne Tucker & The Bad Mothas. The food was great too. I had Margherita pizza and my wife had salmon and fries. Great deals during happy hour. Friendly service. On another night we also enjoyed the Irish singer Grainne Duffy and her band. And Shayna Blass was great too.

  • Review 4 (2024-12-26 - Rating: 5)

    Have been to Groove a bunch of times to see Hannah Ray Teal. Never less than a great experience...food really good. Drinks, and sweet servers. Nice friendly atmosphere and Hannah Ray and her band are always entertaining and top notch. Her growing list of original songs is amazing...see her in this intimate setting while you still can!Had a chance to see Autumn Jones. soul-singer extraordinaire, and had the same great experience at Groove, as always. Autumn expectedly packed the house with her beautiful tunes, and Grooves great staff was more than ready! No problem getting seated, good food and drinks and a just cool, friendly party vibe. All in the heart of the village, go see a great show at Groove and enjoy your best life!

  • Review 5 (2024-08-26 - Rating: 5)

    Cute spot near a very cozy neighborhood park! We stopped by for a few drinks and enjoyed a live performance!The staff is very friendly and happy hour deals are pretty reasonable!🤩🙌🏼

  • Review 6 (2023-09-04 - Rating: 4)

    Nice atmosphere! Had issues with having enough space to celebrate a birthday party but once resolved we had a great time. Would come again. Make sure you catch the Black Soul Experience!

  • Review 7 (2023-09-15 - Rating: 5)

    AMY WINEHOUSE TRIBUTE NIGHT!?! EASY CALL! Happy 40th queen.Came here STRAIGHT from my 4th ever vocal lesson in which I was attempting to sing Youre Beautiful by James Blunt. Turns out, thats a really tough song to sing ahahahaha but lowkey I was finding my rhythm by the end of the session, dont sleep.We arrived after paying $27 each for premium seats and were sat 2 tables away from the stage. The Amy Winehouse tribute singer was fantastic, but the real star of the show was Kiki who was doing it ALL. She was on the keys, saxophone, and flute and had the crowd eating out of the palm of her hand on some of those sax solos ahahaha. THE FANS ARE RESTLESS FOR MORE KIKI!Its a 2 item minimum, so we got some Mezcal Mules and 2 batches of french fries... 2 batches because my big homie said the first batch was too well done and he wanted them to be softer. What an interesting fella.Overall, a great place to come and be inspired by some live music on Macdougal street. I mf LOVE Macdougal street, and will write some type of ode to it at some point, but today is not that day.THANK YOU GROOVE AND WHEN YOURE READY TO HAVE AN RHCP TRIBUTE NIGHT ME AND MY BAND ARE READY TO SELL THAT THANG OUT!IG @jnov_Tiktok @jnov__

  • Review 8 (2024-03-29 - Rating: 5)

    I only caught the tail end of the act, but this place was such a blast.The ambience, lighting, and atmosphere were so intimate and made for a memorable experience I rarely have in the city.

  • Review 9 (2024-07-14 - Rating: 4)

    Cant remember if I visited 20 years ago when I used to hang out in the village. It is small and seating is confusing. If you not eating dinner, you cant sit down??? We ending up ordering small sides and drinks. Waitress was very energetic. The singer was amazing singing Toni, Janet and Mary.

  • Review 10 (2024-10-12 - Rating: 4)

    The music was perfect 👌Our waiter was perfect 👌The food and service 👌After the concert, we finished drinking a beer, but the other waiter asked us to get out “right now” despite we asked to wait one minute. It was a little bit rude)

  • Review 11 (2023-09-19 - Rating: 4)

    Great space and drinks! The mango martini was excellent, really enjoyed it!It was good to see a love bar charge by 1 drink per person instead of a cover fee. Lots of places we went to kept trying to charge 20-50 per person for fees so that was weird but again as tourists it’s fine I guess. We accidentally stumbled here and 100% recommend for those that want to experience NYC is a new way.We got to listen to funk rock which was cool!

  • Review 12 (2023-03-26 - Rating: 5)

    Husband and I had an amazing time at the Groove Thursday night. Loved the live music. The atmosphere was lively and fun, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The drinks were great and reasonably priced, and the music was excellent. I would highly recommend this bar to anyone looking for a great night out!

  • Review 13 (2023-07-26 - Rating: 5)

    This place was GROOVEY!!!! The music and energy in that place were AMAZING!!! And the food was okay. But youre there for the music and to jam, not dine like youre at a five-star Restaurant. Cant wait to go back!

  • Review 14 (2024-12-28 - Rating: 5)

    Live music, good vibe, serves alcoholFree entrance

  • Review 15 (2021-04-23 - Rating: 5)

    The love music here is awesome!! The band Coffee & Biscuits had the vibe right. The lead singer was so entertaining & fun. The drinks & fries were great but I wasnt as impressed with the other food options.Go for the live music & drinks!

  • Review 16 (2024-02-12 - Rating: 5)

    This is an awesome place to listen to live music every night. I visited on a Friday night and we were able to get in without a reservation. Had a great time listening to some R&B music, enjoying some delicious truffle Parmesan French fries and classic cocktails. It does get really packed, though - be prepared to either share a table or be brushing shoulders with the person next to you.

  • Review 17 (2024-05-28 - Rating: 5)

    This is one of the best live music venues in NYC without the frill but with everything you need to have a great night. The staff was awesome but the Manager Dawn made our night. Will be back for sure!!

  • Review 18 (2021-06-21 - Rating: 5)

    This place is a gem. The whole vibe and atmosphere is amazing as soon as you work in. The staff is friendly and attentive. The food was great and delicious, as were the drinks. The loved the live performance. I would definitely recommend coming here to anyone.

  • Review 19 (2023-01-25 - Rating: 5)

    Very nice venue for live music! I went to the Tuesday night set with Troy Weeks and had a great time! Great food, great service, and great vibes.

  • Review 20 (2022-08-24 - Rating: 5)

    Happy hour everyday baby! They have live music too which is always a plus. Forgot to take photos of the food and drinks. But it was an evening well spent!

  • Review 21 (2024-05-03 - Rating: 4)

    Had a great time! Service and food were surprisingly good. The music was so good. The only downside was the tables were to close together. Next time Id take the cheapest seats that have room to dance.

  • Review 22 (2024-04-06 - Rating: 5)

    Its a small venue so everyone is sitting very closely together but the drinks were good and to be fair I only ordered fries which were REALLY good fresh hot and crispy. The staff are smiling and have pleasant energy.

  • Review 23 (2023-10-04 - Rating: 5)

    Great music. Highly recommend the cheesecake. It really does taste better in New York! Friendly and helpful staff. Good service. Negroni was goot

  • Review 24 (2023-03-04 - Rating: 5)

    Great place with live music! It’s best to get tickets online (free tickets) to be seated at the table.

  • Review 25 (2024-09-16 - Rating: 5)

    Great singer, good audiences, fantastic mood lol !!! dont need any more words

  • Review 26 (2024-03-05 - Rating: 5)

    I always enjoy the music at Groove. Quite a few drinks are pricey, but theres no cover, so thats nice. Bring some cash to tip whoever is playing, and definitely check it out. I like to start my evening off with Groove and then hit up other venues later at night.

  • Review 27 (2021-06-28 - Rating: 4)

    This is where my Fathers Day started. My son manages here; this was a gift from him(lord knows his mother and I needed a date night. Thx son!) The Groove and Cafe Wha? are owned by the same people, which makes for a great combo. The sidewalk seating reminded us of St. Martin, one of my favorite islands, and the food was superb! There was also great live entertainment, which rounded out the experience perfectly! A short walk down the block to the Cafe for the James Brown review made for a night of dinner and entertainment I thought were long gone. Heres a taste of what they offer...

  • Review 28 (2022-05-05 - Rating: 5)

    This place was SO fun!! The live band was energetic, the crowd was dancing / having dinner, and it was just good vibes overall (On a Wednesday, too!)

  • Review 29 (2021-08-19 - Rating: 5)

    Loved this place ! Attended the band on Wednesday night, where a band call NYTempo played beautifully !! The vibes were amazing, people were singing along and dancing, it was an amazing night ! Staff were very nice and helpful as well! 👍🏻 Made our night !

  • Review 30 (2024-12-19 - Rating: 4)

    Great place for local music. Dip trio - fantastic!

  • Review 31 (2024-01-11 - Rating: 5)

    What a vibe !!!! Love coming to this place when in town. Came during the holidays and as always, had a great time. Had a reservation for our group which is strongly suggested but youll be able to get by if youre 1-2 people. Its cozy and very intimate. Enjoyed great bar service and well crafted chocolate martinis. Thank you ( Dan or Ben) security kept tabs on its guests and assisted with seating at tables. Ill be back! Really enjoyed the vibe until a young couple came and vaped at the bar blowing massive clouds- this isnt the scene for that.

  • Review 32 (2017-02-10 - Rating: 4)

    I would recommend sticking to beer and shots, maybe some super basic cocktails. The bar program isnt groundbreaking, but the music is usually great. Dim, comfortable and casual atmosphere.

  • Review 33 (2024-08-30 - Rating: 5)

    Cool! Nice location, great music, very kind waitress. Approved!!!

  • Review 34 (2017-07-09 - Rating: 5)

    Small is beautiful in NYC. Just down the street from the Blue Note is the Groove Club, a dynamic little space for spending time with friends and listening to cool music. Not so cool that it doesnt get hot, come early and get ready for some moves.

  • Review 35 (2023-10-19 - Rating: 4)

    Reasonably priced drinks and the band was GREAT! Theres a 3 drink per person minimum for sitting at a table, but everyone in my group loved the band so it was a total non-issue.

  • Review 36 (2023-08-22 - Rating: 5)

    My friends and I had a blast! Good old school music, great vibes!!! The live band was amazing! Hits after hit was being played! We had a great night and I would definitely recommend!

  • Review 37 (2024-11-16 - Rating: 5)

    I love the vibe. The music is always the best, and there are really good happy hour options. Its an iconic spot, and Im never disappointed.

  • Review 38 (2022-11-01 - Rating: 5)

    Amaizing spot with live music, kind staff will welcome you, good drinks, beers and food, you will enjoy!

  • Review 39 (2024-01-20 - Rating: 5)

    Lets just go to the village and find some jazz and dinner. Wow, what a woman, from Kentucky. So lucky to find @Joslyn & The Sweet Comprassion

  • Review 40 (2024-01-05 - Rating: 5)

    Love the fact its always some type of live music going on. I like to hit the bar rather than sit myself. Bartenders always take care of me and the staff is great.

  • Review 41 (2023-08-19 - Rating: 4)

    It was a fun night out with some live music.The band was killing it, and all people were having fun.My only grasp was that i couldnt tell the difference between a bottled beer and a draught one.Ended up ordering a bottled one as they were listed in the same area in the menu

  • Review 42 (2023-06-30 - Rating: 5)

    Chris is a ROCK STAR! & wasnt even on the stage. He was our waiter! TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY NATIONAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION was in town for their Regional Convention & had a blast! GREAT MUSIC!!!! REALLY ENJOYED OURSELVES. Great for multiple generations.

  • Review 43 (2024-11-03 - Rating: 5)

    Such a fun time and the wings are great! If you’re looking for free live music go on a weekday. This has become a favorite very quickly.

  • Review 44 (2023-12-16 - Rating: 5)

    Food was good we had wings, quesadilla, and pretzel bites, drinks were also good we went for happy hour. I would say get there around 4 pm for happy hour because it gets crowded

  • Review 45 (2023-08-04 - Rating: 5)

    Really enjoyed myself. Live music, vibes, the food was really good!!Went on a Thursday night. Definitely going back.Seen 2 bands for free!! Youre Able to make a donation tho.Its midsize and tight for a big guy but worth it

  • Review 46 (2024-12-16 - Rating: 5)

    Great place to eat and hear music. I had a burger there and a steak to go.

  • Review 47 (2022-12-31 - Rating: 5)

    Went on Thursday. Good food, great music, singer Daria Jones. Will definitely return. If there is a band or performance, theres probably a $10 cover, which I think they only take a cc, but check before you go.

  • Review 48 (2023-06-19 - Rating: 5)

    My band had a great time playing The Groove in NYC. People were so nice, amazing vibes and good food and drinks. Cant go wrong here.

  • Review 49 (2022-02-27 - Rating: 5)

    The Kyle Lacy band was the bomb! The big e was amazing and even though the standing room only felt like a mosh pit, we still loved it. No cover but a two drink minimum worked better than a $25 cover charge too. The crowd was super friendly and the drinks were good.

  • Review 50 (2024-09-07 - Rating: 5)

    Came in absolutely drenched from a sudden monsoon and don came right over with a roll of paper towels for us to use to dry off. super kind and attentive!!! also the hot toddies here are lovely :)

  • Review 51 (2023-08-13 - Rating: 4)

    Nice atmosphere. We entered without knowing there was going to be a show. Bartenders were nice, the show didn’t ruined the atmosphere and the band played very good

  • Review 52 (2023-02-22 - Rating: 5)

    AMAZING! We didn’t plan on going to groove we actually we going to comedy cellar but we had some time to spare and we walked by and heard the band playing and when I tell you it literally stopped us in our tracks, they were unbelievable! 1 drink min per person isn’t too bad drinks are about 9-14$

  • Review 53 (2022-05-05 - Rating: 5)

    Love the spot. Very cozy but dont like the fact when there is a ticketed event they dont have happy hour??? Doesnt make sense. You make more with happy hourt. Small glasses for drinks that are 15 bucks a pop. But overall love the spot.

  • Review 54 (2022-02-21 - Rating: 5)

    I cant believe I spent so many years in NYC and never heard about Groove. My first experience was with Ricky Stein on set and it was almost magical. The food was great and the drinks were just the kind youd want while listening to some awesome live music. 10/10 would visit and recommend. they offer live music 7 nights a week, who says no to that?!

  • Review 55 (2024-11-18 - Rating: 5)

    Absolute amazing live music - free entrance and great service / drinks

  • Review 56 (2019-09-24 - Rating: 5)

    My husband and I popped in here on the last day of our visit and we loved it.Really good vibe and the staff were professional and attentive. Ashley was serving us and she was wonderful.My husband said his mojito was the best hes had!Will definitely visit again on our next trip.

  • Review 57 (2017-05-06 - Rating: 5)

    Passing by one night w SO and the manager happened to be outside and greeted us in. What a great decision that was. Great talent, reasonable drink prices, and the fries were sooo good! We stayed all night and had a great time. As others mentioned, it is a small space and things get crowded and LOUD! All in a good way.

  • Review 58 (2023-03-04 - Rating: 4)

    Nice place but they pack you in like rats. The music was awesome and the location is perfectly situated but we only stayed a few minutes due to the overcrowding and congestion that made it impossible for my wife and I to get comfortable. We were literally at the door and couldnt move.

  • Review 59 (2022-10-31 - Rating: 5)

    Great lives music with food and drinks. FYI, for anyone that is an Old Fashion drinker, there was an upcharge on any particular Whiskey/Bourbon for the drink. They use a well alcohol and I was informed it is not good.

  • Review 60 (2022-12-03 - Rating: 5)

    Has a Fabulous evening with friends. Great intimate venue. Emilie Surtess was simply amazing and sang favorites from Billie, Etta and Ninas collections. Well worth the time.

  • Review 61 (2020-11-09 - Rating: 5)

    My friend and I came here last night, we just wanted some drinks. We tried the frozen peach bellini & it was super tasty. We also ordered pretzel bites but we forgot to actually eat them. The place was nice, they had a live band performing & overall it was a good experience:)

  • Review 62 (2019-11-18 - Rating: 5)

    Stopped by before going to Comedy Cellar and it was great if youre into live music and want to grab a quick drink.

  • Review 63 (2021-12-06 - Rating: 4)

    Pre-pancetta, this place had a bomb happy hour with a great selection of food and drinks that would satisfy any twenty-something. However, for the prices, the cocktails are lacking a bit (Although not terrible/not reminding you of over-poured gin and tonics in plastic cups...)...Yet, the staff is very friendly and you can catch great Jazz performances or watch the Super Bowl here without breaking the bank! Very convenient to get to as well. A tight venue once its packed but never a bad time. Go. Impress your friends.Bonus... Some of thee freshest mozzarella sticks Ive ever had *stares in puzzlement*

  • Review 64 (2023-11-25 - Rating: 5)

    That place made my days during my Chicago trip. I wish to have that cafe in New York.So delicious, so enjoyable 🙏Im even ok sometimes to travel to Chicago for that cafe 🚀

  • Review 65 (2022-12-25 - Rating: 4)

    Cool venue in the heart of the Village with perfect stage and bar. Food items were okay.

  • Review 66 (2022-10-27 - Rating: 5)

    Great place for live music, good food and atmosphere.

  • Review 67 (2019-10-24 - Rating: 5)

    This place was pretty awesome, I must say. Went on a triple date with my bf, my dad his gf nd my aunt and her bf. We ended up here by accident for brunch. But it worked out perfect. The place was empty. We arrived around 2 pm. Someone sweet helped up immediately. They had a $15 special, with tons of different meals to go with a beer or wine. I heard they usually have a live band but that must be a little later in the night. The drinks were nice. I had a chardonnay and that was the first time, it was a little dry but good. I would definitely recommend thia to a clique of friends or for a birthday celebration.

  • Review 68 (2022-12-24 - Rating: 5)

    Amazing place. Just stumbled in here but the vibes were immaculate - amazing R&B singers and such a soulful band. Feels like something you can only readily see in New York.

  • Review 69 (2021-05-18 - Rating: 5)

    My boyfriend and I really went to Groove Lounge on May 16, 2021 my boyfriend and I really enjoyed ourselves. Music was great, the host was excellent, and professional, drinks was great. My boyfriend and I will definitely go there again. Thank you for your service.

  • Review 70 (2023-04-27 - Rating: 5)

    Absolutely amazing... someone took me here Christmas day 22 & omg I loved it, the vibes and the live band Black Soul wow, I cant wait to see them perform again! Its a 2 item min for a table and as crowded as it was we still got a table... the food was pretty good

  • Review 71 (2018-01-14 - Rating: 4)

    Slightly pricey. The staff are super nice. Man bun the manager was there while I went but I’m guessing someone gave him a chill pill because he was well behaved. The live music was a very nice touch.

  • Review 72 (2022-05-08 - Rating: 5)

    We went on a Saturday around 6pm. Street parking after 6 is free so that was a bonus! The place is small but quaint enough as it got busier closer to 7. Food and drinks were delicious. I had the chicken Alfredo and mango martini. The do include 20% gratuity in the check. Drinks were about $14-16 on average. Bill for 2 entrees and 4 drinks was about $150. Classic new York prices! The 2 bands they had were very nice as well. Only 2 single bathrooms down the narrow stairs. Our servers were friendly and attentive as well. The card you at the door.

  • Review 73 (2021-11-18 - Rating: 4)

    The atmosphere was a really cool vibe! We went on a Tuesday & Xa Xa was performing... DOPE ARTIST W/AN AMAZING VOICE!!!! The drink menu was very limited, but we made the best of it.

  • Review 74 (2023-12-27 - Rating: 4)

    The drink I had was good with coffee pretty tasty.. The band NLT was great!

  • Review 75 (2024-01-07 - Rating: 5)

    I enjoyed performing here. Mike the manager, the sound person, the servers and the audience were all great. Their burger and fries were excellent and this is definitely a place to return to even just for the food. The meat was perfectly warm and had a very nice slight char to it, the lettuce and tomato were cool and crisp and the roll was beautifully fresh and soft. Their fries were fresh and had a nice lightness and crispness to them.Amazingly enough the interior seems practically the same as the time when this club was called Visiones. It seemed even tighter leaving the club than what it was like back in the 90s when I last performed here but this is often the case in a good amount of NYC clubs. Once the room fills up with customers at the tables it gets right in there. The soundman was helpful though in passing me my equipment.The crowd it draws seemed relaxed and there was nothing pretentious about the vibe here. I look forward to returning here in the future.

  • Review 76 (2018-07-18 - Rating: 5)

    Amazing Atmosphere! Great live music. House band #musiqislife #NYscene #LAnights great sounds.

  • Review 77 (2024-08-19 - Rating: 4)

    Great environment and music, 10/10The bar has a two drink per person requirement and it was $60 for 2 Guinnesses and 2 tequila shots which is on the higher end and why I gave 4 stars.But the environment slaps.

  • Review 78 (2024-07-07 - Rating: 5)

    Was able to catch a great performance by BLACK SOUL BAND! Food and drinks are very good and priced well. I would definitely come back again.

  • Review 79 (2024-01-27 - Rating: 5)

    Popped in and saw the house band. Great show. It’s tight in there but great for music.

  • Review 80 (2021-08-20 - Rating: 4)

    Love The Groove! My husband and I went many times to hear our fave funk musicians. My husband passed away a year and a half ago so I ventured out last night solo from Staten Is because The Push and Pull band were playing and I missed them last time they played in Bklyn.It seems its a problem being seated if youre a partay of ONE. Resy online wont allow a solo to make a reservation and when I arrived I pretty much had to beg to be seated. Once inside, it felt like the same comfy atmosphere I was used to. So thanks( I think), The Groove for letting me enjoy some Funk and have a delicious burger, fries and Fat Tires.BTW a previous Reviewer had the same issue being a solo visitor. Please rethink your policy...

  • Review 81 (2020-02-17 - Rating: 4)

    Nice spot, good music, good drinks, good service, other than the manager being kinda rude, the wait staff was great.Update: The manager did make ammends; he apologized and bought us a round of drinks.Groove is definitely a groovy spot.

  • Review 82 (2020-02-15 - Rating: 5)

    I have had the pleasure on several occasions to hear phenomenal local artists perform. During one set, I danced on stage with the band. What an experience!! The Groove is the ideal venue for superior yet moderately priced entertainment!

  • Review 83 (2022-07-07 - Rating: 4)

    2 drink min per person as a result the drinks are a higher price for basic beverages. Check out the events calendar to see whos playing. Nice atmosphere

  • Review 84 (2023-01-31 - Rating: 5)

    Must visit place in NYC! Great live music and fast service :))

  • Review 85 (2024-07-26 - Rating: 5)

    Great small venue for music. Our only complaint was the tight seating with people jostling us every time a customer or server squeezed past our table. But hey, it’s NYC.

  • Review 86 (2023-10-14 - Rating: 4)

    Come here for good music and good drinks. This place has great live music. I have never ordered food so I cant comment.

  • Review 87 (2021-08-20 - Rating: 4)

    Good food, if modest portions for the price. They also claimed Happy Hour ends at 6, while the website says 7. Still, love the music.

  • Review 88 (2019-08-15 - Rating: 4)

    Nice little surprise. Work around this area and wanted a grab to eat. Was tired of the same places and wanted a lunch special. Checked online and said it was closed,but was open for lunch. 15 dollar entree and a choice of beer or wine.food was amazing chicken sandwich worth the money. They have live music,outdoor sitting and a big area to sit with friends so give it a shot

  • Review 89 (2019-11-03 - Rating: 4)

    Really good band, pretty good food. Great seating options.

  • Review 90 (2024-07-18 - Rating: 5)

    The atmosphere was amazing and filled with love and excitement as an entertaining woman name candida filled the room with joy through her talented singing

  • Review 91 (2017-02-26 - Rating: 5)

    I love the atmosphere. The entertainment is outstanding. Keeps me coming back. Food and drinks are great. Very friendly. Comfortable enough to come alone.

  • Review 92 (2020-01-14 - Rating: 5)

    Ritmosis is an amazing Afro-cuban band. Groove is a village milestone! Their happy hour prices are great, be careful though. There is a 7 PM cut off, and the prices differ drastically. Clean, great place to hang out. The only recommendation is to the owner: INVEST IN BETTER CHAIRS. They are so old and raggedy. Other than that, this is one of my favorite spots EVER.

  • Review 93 (2024-07-10 - Rating: 5)

    We only stayed for one band, but I enjoyed it. Cant wait to go again and stay longer.

  • Review 94 (2024-12-21 - Rating: 5)

    I love matt is the legendary

  • Review 95 (2021-06-14 - Rating: 5)

    The vibe and atmosphere is full of energy the waitstaff are very cool attentive and fast service when you place your order the live music when I went was amazing I will definitely be back the food was great as well you have to try the truffle fries

  • Review 96 (2020-02-17 - Rating: 5)

    The old Groove was great, the new Groove is fantastic. Great happy hour, great staff, with Christina at the bar and Julian ( 🤩🥰 ) managing. The drinks are fantastic and the food is delicious. Soooo many reasons to go.

  • Review 97 (2018-08-28 - Rating: 5)

    I really like this place. Came in twice, in the evening, during my short stay in NYC. Great for live music and the patrons are friendly.15 months later I returned. Still great. The music was even better.

  • Review 98 (2022-03-09 - Rating: 5)

    THEY HAVE LIVE MUSIC ALMOST EVERY NIGHT. THE OUTDOOR COVERED SEATING IS A BONUS ON RAINY DAYS. THE MENU IS VARIED, WHICH I LIKE. THE STAFF IS VERY GOOD AND THE SECURITY IS TOP NOTCH.

  • Review 99 (2024-01-13 - Rating: 5)

    Fantastic atmosphere, live music, affordable happy hour in the heart of Greenwich Village in New York City.

  • Review 100 (2015-03-06 - Rating: 4)

    Cocktails are below average; didnt try food that was a bit expensive. But the live music and the atmosphere are what matters here! Great fun!

  • Review 101 (2014-09-03 - Rating: 4)

    If you are looking for good funk, rnb or soul music live, Groove is a must! They have bands every night and really cant tell whos better. From simple cover bands to original artists you will unlikely find anything not to like about their music. Drink offers are decent and food menu is pretty much bar food oriented, but really delicious. Daily happy hour here! The only thing I didnt like is that place is pretty small and tends to get crowded fast. If youre ok with that, theres no reason not to give Groove a chance. Sometimes they will charge to enter, but price range is around $5.

  • Review 102 (2023-11-04 - Rating: 5)

    Great place for live music and drinks and okay food but little crowded but that’s New York is so. Must see place

  • Review 103 (2022-06-21 - Rating: 4)

    So they didnt say that this amazing place with amazing musicians existed!!! I love it. I will definitely come back especially for Antwon Robinson!!! Hes so fine!

  • Review 104 (2022-10-16 - Rating: 5)

    Always a great place, but I truly miss Lenard and the Nimrods. Idk if they are still performing there but anytime I went, they werent there. Bring them back

  • Review 105 (2020-09-28 - Rating: 5)

    The Black Soul Experience live band is phenomenal!! Great music and awesome singing. This band is FIRE! 🔥 🔥 🔥 I promise you wont be disappointed💯💯💯

  • Review 106 (2022-10-29 - Rating: 5)

    Cool place to hang out. Eat nice food. Get a good drink and listen to live music.

  • Review 107 (2024-07-12 - Rating: 5)

    Those wings was tha buss, not anymore. Guess nothin last forever. Music still good. Service was on point! Atmosphere still atmospheric!

  • Review 108 (2021-11-07 - Rating: 4)

    Nice atmosphere, could use a little less tables so itll be more spacious to move around. But other than that its a nice place to chill and hear good music.

  • Review 109 (2022-01-04 - Rating: 4)

    Cool bar with amazing live music and nice cocktails!Nevertheless i regret that we had to order twice to be allowed to stay at our table and keep enjoying the music..

  • Review 110 (2020-01-17 - Rating: 5)

    There is no place like groove.What a band.Always a great experience.Best happy hour ever.Very lively. You got to go. Youll enjoy it.

  • Review 111 (2021-05-04 - Rating: 5)

    Great food and music. The outdoor dinning setup was nice

  • Review 112 (2023-09-02 - Rating: 5)

    The best spot for live soul music. The Black Soul Experience is the best band Ive seen.

  • Review 113 (2021-06-20 - Rating: 4)

    I had an awesome time here the live music was great the atmosphere was awesome 👌🏾 the drinks are kinda weak for me but the Buffalo wings was good.

  • Review 114 (2024-11-12 - Rating: 4)

    Found it at last minute. Welcoming!

  • Review 115 (2016-08-31 - Rating: 5)

    One of my favorite hang outs. Great R&B house band, good food, great service and the staff is friendly! A quaint and vibrant local bar...

  • Review 116 (2023-01-27 - Rating: 5)

    Great bands and nice crowd.

  • Review 117 (2023-11-05 - Rating: 5)

    Cool place to have fun.

  • Review 118 (2014-09-03 - Rating: 4)

    It was an excellent experience as the intention was to go to Cafe Wha where I had been couple of times, however being labour day Cafe Wha was closed and discovered this place with awesome music on the Monday. Not sure about other days. Excellent service warm and friendly staff and great happy hours.

  • Review 119 (2020-01-29 - Rating: 5)

    Live music, great people and the band on Mondays is the bomb. Along with the host Cheryl Pepsii Riley. I sang this Monday and the crowd was awesome.

  • Review 120 (2024-09-18 - Rating: 5)

    Highly sensational New York jazz vibes!!!

  • Review 121 (2023-01-21 - Rating: 5)

    Went back for live music & the first band (Purple Gravy) was excellent! Second band was Melaner. The lead female singer took a nice tip & didnt even play the song I requested 😑!!Still a nice spot-get there early and grab a seat and enjoy the show!

  • Review 122 (2023-01-06 - Rating: 5)

    The Band was awesome. The food and drinks were great as well. Nice Vibe!!

  • Review 123 (2023-01-23 - Rating: 5)

    Had a great experience at this place friendl service everyone was having a great time we recommend everyone to go the food was good that drinks was good not expensive at all

  • Review 124 (2018-12-21 - Rating: 5)

    Tremendously powerful live musical experience to get you into the Groove.Friendly, exciting crowd and staff that brings it all together for perfect synergy.And the drinks are kickin it too.Bring your best moves and groove on down.Always Love 💜😎💜Do Like 👍👍👍👍👍

  • Review 125 (2020-01-02 - Rating: 5)

    Cool place! Fair prices on food and drinks but the entertainment I find here is awesome!! Always a go to for a first date kind of place for me.

  • Review 126 (2022-02-10 - Rating: 5)

    One of my favourite spots in NYC! No, it’s my Soul Spot!

  • Review 127 (2023-01-03 - Rating: 5)

    Great sound and nice venue with food drink and solid live music. Good combo!

  • Review 128 (2024-02-28 - Rating: 5)

    Loved the live band! I had some time while I was waiting for a comedy show to start so I stopped by. The doorman told me that he could let me in for half an hour only because they had a sold out show after that. Im so happy he did. Jose Lopez & Chosen Style were playing electric guitar. Guests were enjoying themselves. Everyone was happy.This was my first time here and I discovered a new venue and a new band. Win-win.Thank you!

  • Review 129 (2019-05-16 - Rating: 4)

    Discovered this place a few weeks back with my bestfriend. They happy hour is amazing from the food to the drinks and they play great music.

  • Review 130 (2022-05-05 - Rating: 4)

    Excellent house band...I mean EXCELLENT! Spendy two drink minimum and a strange club layout, but all in all lots of fun.

  • Review 131 (2018-10-22 - Rating: 5)

    Great live salsa and jazz music on Sundays!!!

  • Review 132 (2023-03-27 - Rating: 4)

    I almost had a good time. However, I am black. So that cant be expected, even at a Black Soul event.

  • Review 133 (2022-02-25 - Rating: 4)

    Great band, expensive food and drink, food was just ok, drinks were good, venue was absurdly packed. Make a reservation and arrive early.

  • Review 134 (2024-04-18 - Rating: 5)

    Great happy hour with pizza and beer plus a full bar. Great live music R&B, funk and classic jams on the two random visits I made. Frozen drinks are tasty and strong. Service is great.

  • Review 135 (2022-05-30 - Rating: 5)

    I loved the music, the food and the vibe!

  • Review 136 (2023-04-06 - Rating: 5)

    Groove was amazing place. Their band was awesome. I went there 2 times.

  • Review 137 (2020-02-29 - Rating: 4)

    Nice little cozy spot for couples, date nights or even just chill/meet&greet at the bar...where you can enjoy some good food while grooving to live music.

  • Review 138 (2022-03-09 - Rating: 5)

    I loved the place, is really nice. Tables are really close one to other so if you are looking for privacy, maybe this is not the place, even though I noticed there were couples having fun. I went with my sister on a Friday almost at 7pm and there was available tables, however two hours later there was a huge line outside to get in. To order food and drinks, they hold your credit card until you ask for the bill and pay (my sister is from Canada and I am from Argentina, and this was really new for us, and therefore uncomfortable), the service was OK but could be better..

  • Review 139 (2020-01-14 - Rating: 5)

    Great little place with some cool shows. Get a table quick because it packs up. Had a great time!

  • Review 140 (2021-06-26 - Rating: 5)

    The live music was very good. First time visiting New York. This city owes me nothing. Ive had a WONDERFUL time.

  • Review 141 (2020-01-21 - Rating: 4)

    Cool bar in the Village. Live music and quick drink service. Usually crowded so plan accordingly. Recommend.

  • Review 142 (2022-07-10 - Rating: 4)

    Great live music, good cocktails and good location. No happy hour on Sundays btw.

  • Review 143 (2022-07-23 - Rating: 5)

    Love this place ! i enjoy ever moment being there in that environment. Warm, cozy venue + Staff is amazing !

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