The Dakota Bar

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Located in New York, New York

Address: 53 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023, United States

Phone: +1 212-787-0700

Rating: 4.1

Services

  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great wine list
  • Quiz night
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Spirits
  • Wine
  • Toilets
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy
  • Upmarket
  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Paid street parking

Categories

  • Bar
  • Restaurant

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Comments

  • Review 1 (2024-11-04 - Rating: 5)

    My wife and I dropped in here on Friday night, I think it was around 10pm? November 1st. We stepped in the opened door and sat down at the bar.Within TWENTY SECONDS, we were greeted and had menus in our hands. Within FORTY SECONDS we had water poured, and WITHIN NINETY SECONDS the bartender had taken our drink orders.I went to the restroom, and when I got back both beverages were there.Whie enjoying our drinks, we noticed that the music was tasteful — and also was at a tasteful volume. The lighting was good and tasteful as well. This is important for me, as I have sensitivity to loud sounds as well as bright lights. And Im a music snob, so there are a lot of places I just cant hang out. The music at The Dakota Bar on Friday night was a pretty decent selection of 80s hits (The Police, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, The Cure, etc).I was finishing up my drink, while my wife was still halfway through hers, and I didnt even need to get the bartenders attention — she was already paying attention, and asked me if I wanted another one (and I did). I asked for the check at the same time, and it came swiftly.This is the kind of service you used to be able to count on in a New York City bar. Sadly, its a scarce rarity these days. We live about an hour away from this bar (just happened to be in the neighborhood that night), but we have earmarked this in our mental maps as a Must Stop By anytime were on the Upper West Side from here on out.

  • Review 2 (2024-11-13 - Rating: 5)

    Great experience here. Food and staff were great :-)

  • Review 3 (2022-02-22 - Rating: 5)

    My daughter had her 30th Birthday here last Saturday.Everything from the start of planning to the actual event was on point. We worked with Alicia who was on point with everything from service to accommodating and very friendly and helpful. She was simply the best. The food was great as well as the cocktails. Very friendly staff all around and the atmosphere was perfect. Great décor as well. I have nothing negative about this place. Found a new hotspot on upper west side. People its a must try. and ask for ALICIA>>>> Shes great.

  • Review 4 (2023-05-16 - Rating: 5)

    I spent over 4hs reading at the bar last night. The atmosphere, drinks and attention make this place a 10/10.Highly recommend.Thanks to Josue, Nikolai and Mario for making my solo birthday experience a beautiful one

  • Review 5 (2022-01-11 - Rating: 5)

    Loved this bar! We just walked past it and decided to give it shot. The food was good and the service was fantastic.

  • Review 6 (2017-07-14 - Rating: 4)

    We went for a quick Sunday brunch. Service was fast and food was delicious. The restaurant is very trendy inside.

  • Review 7 (2023-11-01 - Rating: 5)

    Very friendly and clean place. Bathrooms very clean, fast service and very tasty selection of food. Best part happy hour is from 3pm -6pm and the happy hour menu includes beer, wines and appetizers. Worth a visit, directly across from strawberry fields in central park.

  • Review 8 (2023-11-14 - Rating: 5)

    Awesome little spot we found after walking central park. Great atmosphere. The bartender Alfi welcomed us with a smile and great conversation. He made some great suggestions for our stay in NYC. Made us feel extremely welcome. Thanks again, definitely made our day. We didn’t have food but if it’s as good as the service, you’re in luck.

  • Review 9 (2024-10-12 - Rating: 5)

    A delicious and reliable staple, consistently offering fresh, crisp wine and impeccable service.

  • Review 10 (2024-06-28 - Rating: 5)

    Adorable neighborhood bar! The service was very friendly. It was easy to sit down and have a few drinks.

  • Review 11 (2023-05-29 - Rating: 5)

    The waiter was one of the friendliest Ive ever had. He was working his tail end off because it was busy, but we didnt feel neglected at all. Food was good, drinks were good. 4 entrees and 4 drinks costed $135. Reasonably priced in my opinion. I think the waiters name was Nick. Nick deserves 10 stars, easily!

  • Review 12 (2023-10-22 - Rating: 4)

    Atmosphere and food were good. Not the best service though! Aaand, the restroom was dirty😣

  • Review 13 (2022-12-11 - Rating: 5)

    We had a small wedding ceremony in the city and brought our guests here for dinner and drinks afterward. Alicia made sure champagne and charcuterie boards were there as soon as we arrived and the staff was very attentive and friendly throughout our meal. The food and drinks were fantastic and the atmosphere was perfect. Thank you to the staff for making us feel welcome and special, you helped make our night everything we hoped it would be!

  • Review 14 (2024-05-19 - Rating: 4)

    Love it!Food - go for the burgers!!! OMGService - go for Rose!!! Don’t know how this place would run without her…

  • Review 15 (2021-08-20 - Rating: 5)

    This is quite literally our corner bar. We stopped by last Friday for a drink before supper, and the place was lively. It was a nice summer afternoon, so they had their windows open, and it was great to be able to sit indoors and still feel like we were outside. The bar tender was very nice and friendly, attentive without hovering. All the menu items looked good, but we only ordered the fries because we didnt want to spoil our appetites. We ate every last one! This place is definitely one of our go-tos in the neighborhood.

  • Review 16 (2024-11-12 - Rating: 5)

    Great service, no complaints. Good and clean place. It deserves to be visited several times

  • Review 17 (2022-06-26 - Rating: 5)

    Crazy story about this place. As my wife and I walked in, they asked to see our vaccination cards. We showed it and were seated promptly. We had the nicest corner table with street views so in the excitement, sat quickly and began looking at the menu. A few minutes later, the waitress walks over with two $100 bills telling us that she thinks we dropped it by the entrance. Our jaws dropped! It fell out of my wifes purse and we would not have noticed until cash was needed much later that night. What a lovely restaurant with great staff. We were served by Alicia but cant remember if the host or Alicia brought the money to us. Either way Thank you! We deeply appreciate the staffs honesty and integrity here.Now onto food and drinks. We were in a rush to catch a show right after this restaurant so told Alicia and she accommodated us. Ordered fried calamari (cooked perfectly) Dakota fries which we couldnt stop eating and Spicy fennel sausage pi (yummmmy). Simple items but all delicious. Drinks were good also. These 3 items and 2 drinks + gratuity came out to about $100. Not cheap by any means but also not overpriced.

  • Review 18 (2024-10-03 - Rating: 4)

    Need more experiencedProfessional bartendersA lot of great female bartenders out thereFind some

  • Review 19 (2021-09-03 - Rating: 5)

    Great service and lots of fun! I came here with about 20 of my friends&family for my birthday. Alicia, the manager, is fantastically kind and helpful. The inside of the bar is beautiful and a great vibe. Food and drinks were 10/10

  • Review 20 (2024-09-09 - Rating: 5)

    Pleasant staff, tasty food and drinks.

  • Review 21 (2018-06-06 - Rating: 5)

    LOVED this place! Food, drinks, atmosphere were just my cup of tea for an afternoon with friends. We came here for drinks after brunch at The Fat Monk (check that place out too!!) after which we went to an event in Central Park. After the event we went right back to Dakota for drinks and appetizers. Fish tacos, shrimp& avocado bruschetta, and sliders...oh my!!! The maple old fashioned was amazing!!! I feel like everyone should have one in their lives. Will be back!

  • Review 22 (2018-07-10 - Rating: 5)

    Had Sunday brunch here and the food was delicious. I look forward to enjoying an evening dinner here as well. I didnt know what to order and the waitress was patient and helpful. She told me what her favorite item was and now its my favorite item too!

  • Review 23 (2019-09-04 - Rating: 5)

    The service was great and the drink was delicious! Try the bees knees

  • Review 24 (2019-03-03 - Rating: 4)

    Pleasant bar. Good food. A Nice crowd and fair prices. I go occasionally. I had a Cobb Salad the last time I visited. I recommend it. The only negative may be that the bartenders are not the best, at times.

  • Review 25 (2022-01-17 - Rating: 5)

    Great place went for the first time this week but definitely will be coming back. They have a Great selection of drinks and food. Very comfortable and clean environment with friendly staff.

  • Review 26 (2018-10-20 - Rating: 5)

    Superb location! The bar has a very jovial and knowledgeable team. We had a few bourbons and chilled for a bit and had a great time. Recommended for anyone who wants to have a good evening around this area of NYC.

  • Review 27 (2024-09-10 - Rating: 4)

    Solid bar with table service. Accommodating with a group of 6+

  • Review 28 (2023-11-26 - Rating: 5)

    2nd visit and more to come. Peaceful fun vibes. Alfie (bartender) made it epic. Love the instrumental chandeliers.

  • Review 29 (2023-03-07 - Rating: 5)

    Had a birthday here, they were very nice and super accommodating. Easy reservation, responsive, and good drinks + food!

  • Review 30 (2022-08-31 - Rating: 5)

    Excellent love the fancy drinks!

  • Review 31 (2024-07-18 - Rating: 5)

    Clean, great bar! Easy walk from Strawberry Fields

  • Review 32 (2015-11-28 - Rating: 4)

    A solid choice. You will pay standard-to-high New York prices for well-made, interesting cocktails in a nice atmosphere. The service will be good, the drinks will be tasty.

  • Review 33 (2016-10-29 - Rating: 4)

    Nice place, a little overpriced due to the location I guess. The portions are not very big.

  • Review 34 (2021-10-15 - Rating: 4)

    The Dakota bar is one of the nice places to go for a drink. Its got nice atmosphere professional staff and definitely a nice part of the upper West side.

  • Review 35 (2021-02-26 - Rating: 5)

    Experience was awesome! Staff was super nice, bathroom was very clean and drinks were great

  • Review 36 (2019-07-23 - Rating: 5)

    Every tuesday is Jazz night with a,Trio. Great ambience, beautiful decor. Enjoyed by the Locals.

  • Review 37 (2020-10-31 - Rating: 5)

    Being from the Midwest, my hubs and I had to give the Dakota bar a try on our upper west side adventure! We munched on flatbread and pigs in blanket- overall, it was pretty darn good!

  • Review 38 (2016-12-19 - Rating: 5)

    Beautiful and warm space. Great for romantic drinks or group of friends. Excellent wine list. Service was on point and friendly and would definitely go back.

  • Review 39 (2021-09-21 - Rating: 5)

    Had the most delicious lunch in the relaxed atmosphere of The Dakota Bar. Any trip to NYC needs to include a trip to The Dakota. ❤

  • Review 40 (2020-01-22 - Rating: 4)

    Nice and cozy. The food is surprisingly good, better then majority of bars and even some restaurants I’ve been. Drinks are good , unfortunately cocktail menu is pretty slim. It feels like the menu is all about beer and wine.Yet , I’ve had a good time, sweet spot for a date 👌🏽

  • Review 41 (2019-07-07 - Rating: 5)

    Great food at great prices!

  • Review 42 (2017-01-11 - Rating: 5)

    Stopped in while visiting with my girlfriend and enjoyed the experience. Friendly bartenders, delicious drinks, and nice atmosphere.

  • Review 43 (2018-02-09 - Rating: 5)

    Right down from one of the most iconic apt. buildings in all of Manhattan. This bar is a great neighborhood spot for a refreshing drink of whatever you may fancy.

  • Review 44 (2018-03-15 - Rating: 4)

    Loved the atmosphere, and the vibe. Very nice place to take someone, or chill with friends for a drink.

  • Review 45 (2018-07-06 - Rating: 5)

    Stumbled upon it about 4 years ago. Always liked the lively neighborhood vibe, and have always been treated great. Always drop by a time or two whenever in the city

  • Review 46 (2016-04-02 - Rating: 4)

    The space is great, especially if you go drunk with a date and be those people making out in the corner. The martinis were good.

  • Review 47 (2019-09-19 - Rating: 5)

    Great atmosphere and even better libations

  • Review 48 (2017-09-13 - Rating: 4)

    Its good. Ambience is good. But its Manhattan so its not cheap, so it could be better. Really, just a bit better tasting.

  • Review 49 (2019-09-29 - Rating: 5)

    This was my first time here, and I would highly recommend it. Came with my daughters after a day in the city, and left happy.

  • Review 50 (2022-10-13 - Rating: 5)

    Great spot for late night drinks. Excellent service.

  • Review 51 (2019-12-01 - Rating: 4)

    Nice spot with a intimate atmosphere. Good place for a drink with your partner or date.

  • Review 52 (2015-10-02 - Rating: 4)

    Nice ambience, one of the best margarita pizza. Looking for Vegetarian pizza must try them here.

  • Review 53 (2019-09-12 - Rating: 5)

    Great service and atmosphere

  • Review 54 (2024-03-02 - Rating: 4)

    Decent little place. Useless service

  • Review 55 (2022-03-08 - Rating: 5)

    Surprisingly good foodGreat local place with good ambiance

  • Review 56 (2018-09-15 - Rating: 4)

    Classy, clean bar on UWS.

  • Review 57 (2019-08-27 - Rating: 5)

    Nice place with a good industry crowd later in the evening. Good for conversation and dates.

  • Review 58 (2018-10-06 - Rating: 5)

    Must try the desserts and the Buffalo wings!

  • Review 59 (2023-06-05 - Rating: 5)

    Excellent bar with nice ambiance and great selection of drinks. Very cozy

  • Review 60 (2022-02-03 - Rating: 4)

    Good place, friendly stuff

  • Review 61 (2019-10-07 - Rating: 4)

    Its a nice cozy place and the food was good

  • Review 62 (2017-12-01 - Rating: 5)

    Nice bar for happy hour, Everyone nice and friendly.

  • Review 63 (2023-03-15 - Rating: 5)

    Absolute recommendation. The bartender is a master of her domain. Never had a bad night at this place.

  • Review 64 (2022-11-23 - Rating: 4)

    Had a very nice time here with a few friends. For good drinks and tasty food this is a reliable spot.

  • Review 65 (2017-09-24 - Rating: 5)

    Old fashion👍🏼👌🏻great.

  • Review 66 (2017-01-16 - Rating: 5)

    Great service. Great drinks. Great food.

  • Review 67 (2020-08-18 - Rating: 5)

    Fish Tacos are awesome

  • Review 68 (2016-12-11 - Rating: 5)

    Great bar! One of the best in UWS

  • Review 69 (2016-02-25 - Rating: 5)

    Great selection, reasonable prices, nice staff, great location.

  • Review 70 (2022-10-26 - Rating: 5)

    Perfect place for a drink after Central Park and Museum of Natural History.

  • Review 71 (2021-07-31 - Rating: 5)

    Beautiful place. Happy to find Sencerre wine. The bar tender was nice. She left and it got busy but it is a busy and different time in the city.

  • Review 72 (2022-08-22 - Rating: 5)

    Friendly vibes and service. Not too upbeat. Good food.

  • Review 73 (2019-08-17 - Rating: 4)

    Simple menu and good food on the UWS. Its an intimate setting with comfortable seating and interesting decor. The chandelier above the main section of the bar is a folksy, funky twist of musical instruments, hanging beads, glass plates and exposed light bulbs. Grab a glass of wine and salad or pasta. Perfect spot for small groups (under 8).

  • Review 74 (2022-04-29 - Rating: 5)

    Beautiful atmosphere, lovely bartender!

  • Review 75 (2020-01-16 - Rating: 5)

    Definitely a good place to get some drinks. Went here before catching a movie at the Lincoln square AMC thats a few blocks away (5-8 min walk). Very friendly staff and great environment. Would recommend for anyone going out for dinner/drinks and a movie. Beer selection is a bit limited, but they seem to have a fair cocktail and wine menu.

  • Review 76 (2022-09-22 - Rating: 5)

    Very nice ambiance. Good food and drinks.

  • Review 77 (2021-10-30 - Rating: 4)

    The staff is wonderful. A gem of the Upper Westside for a drink or a great snack. Nice atmosphere with a good playlist. A really good place to catch up with locals.

  • Review 78 (2021-08-18 - Rating: 5)

    Drinks are great people are very friendly

  • Review 79 (2019-05-10 - Rating: 5)

    Stopped here for a drink after work and was well treated. Tracy at the bar helped me choose a snack to accompany my cocktail and generally made me feel welcome. When my order was taking awhile she went and checked on it, and let me know what was happening, without me having to ask.

  • Review 80 (2022-04-20 - Rating: 5)

    Just down the street from the Dakota building (John Lennon).Well worth a visit.

  • Review 81 (2021-09-28 - Rating: 4)

    Open late for quality cocktails, and bar food. Relaxed service forces you the relax and enjoy the low-key vibe and decor reminiscent of late-nighties to mid-nineties NYC. The opposite of a trendy place. Yay!

  • Review 82 (2019-03-03 - Rating: 4)

    A close friend of mine and I came here some time ago. The food is amazing and the ambiance was wonderful. I could definitely see us coming back sometime in the future.

  • Review 83 (2017-06-19 - Rating: 5)

    Very Romantic vibes, cocktails are amazing!

  • Review 84 (2016-10-16 - Rating: 5)

    Great decor. Attentive and fantastic staff. Here in NYC for the weekend, and already want to come back here when I have more time to sample the great drinks and brunch menu.

  • Review 85 (2022-04-18 - Rating: 5)

    Great drinks, food, and excellent service. Hubby and I new go to place whenever in the area

  • Review 86 (2019-07-19 - Rating: 5)

    Great service. Bodacious wings. Cold brew. Dark and cool on a hot summer eve.

  • Review 87 (2022-04-03 - Rating: 4)

    Chill spot. Good pizza for a bar.

  • Review 88 (2019-08-16 - Rating: 5)

    We only stopped by for a few drinks. The atmosphere was great and the service was awesome. Love the espresso martinis!

  • Review 89 (2019-11-05 - Rating: 4)

    Nice place for an after work drink and a snack. Bar seating, pub height tables, and standard dining tables are available. Our waitress was friendly and attentive.

  • Review 90 (2021-04-28 - Rating: 5)

    Great bar with great service. A fun spot on date night!!

  • Review 91 (2021-01-25 - Rating: 4)

    Cabin is cozy and well heated, service was prompt. Id pass on dessert, though.

  • Review 92 (2018-03-02 - Rating: 5)

    Love this place. The food is great.. the music is amazingOur go to place !

  • Review 93 (2017-12-09 - Rating: 5)

    Love this restaurant! It was cozy and food was awesome. We sat near the window so enjoyed people watching in New York.

  • Review 94 (2018-08-06 - Rating: 5)

    I have never been to such a nice restaurant in my life the food was amazing and the prices were so reasonable. i stopped in with my mom and we had a great time the environment was great everything about this place was amazing i 10/10 recommend

  • Review 95 (2017-06-20 - Rating: 5)

    Fun atmosphere, separate areas made it quieter

  • Review 96 (2019-07-12 - Rating: 5)

    Went to this cool place during happy hour with amazing colleagues. Totally loved it!

  • Review 97 (2018-10-25 - Rating: 5)

    Great afternoon waitress, good drinks, good for a break.

  • Review 98 (2019-11-01 - Rating: 4)

    Cool decor and decent drinks. Nothing mind blowing, but the atmosphere is nice.

  • Review 99 (2018-04-07 - Rating: 5)

    Great Saturday brunch. My wife had the Cobb salad and I had the salmon benedict, both were excellent, as were the drinks and service.

  • Review 100 (2016-12-14 - Rating: 4)

    Came here for an early dinner a few weeks back and ordered the salmon for my entry and the shrimp and calamari basket for an appetizer. both were very good and i ended up ordering a shrimp basket again before i left.

  • Review 101 (2019-07-01 - Rating: 4)

    Good selection, good service, good vibe. Average prices for the area. Happy hour like a good deal, even if the hours are kinda limited.

  • Review 102 (2019-05-09 - Rating: 4)

    Pricey drinks, good windows for people watching, only 2 individual bathrooms , close to Central ParkDidnt eat there.

  • Review 103 (2018-02-25 - Rating: 5)

    Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. A good place for a nightcap or to meet with friends.

  • Review 104 (2019-08-23 - Rating: 5)

    Great place for happy hour. Delicious food and drink options

  • Review 105 (2016-10-24 - Rating: 4)

    Mellow place. Nice lighting. Not very crowded. Bar and a line of small tables in back.

  • Review 106 (2023-03-13 - Rating: 5)

    Chilly bar. 80s/90s music.

  • Review 107 (2018-11-27 - Rating: 4)

    Nice service, good food.

  • Review 108 (2017-04-19 - Rating: 4)

    Its cozy. A little on the pricey side, though.

  • Review 109 (2019-06-07 - Rating: 5)

    Great retro music, reasonable cocktails and wine by the glass, people watching through the wraparound windows.

  • Review 110 (2015-05-30 - Rating: 5)

    Had a great time. Staff was Amazing. Food and drink amazing!

  • Review 111 (2019-03-20 - Rating: 5)

    The food was really good. Server was great. Shawna was her name.

  • Review 112 (2019-10-05 - Rating: 5)

    Lovely venue. Wonderful wine list. Great service.

  • Review 113 (2017-12-16 - Rating: 4)

    Laid back easy bar to pop in for a great drink. Food is excellent too

  • Review 114 (2017-06-25 - Rating: 5)

    Great place to meet up with friends or date. Their pizza is delicious!

  • Review 115 (2019-06-05 - Rating: 5)

    Great Atmosphere. Good wine. Awesome bartender!!

  • Review 116 (2018-02-25 - Rating: 5)

    Wonderful drinks. Great ambiance. Friendly staff.

  • Review 117 (2018-01-24 - Rating: 5)

    Great pizza and strong drinks. The ambiance is also super cool.

  • Review 118 (2015-08-15 - Rating: 4)

    Ambience is great, but came out of there still hungry and slightly buzzed spending over $100. Try the cocoa mint martini

  • Review 119 (2019-11-14 - Rating: 5)

    Great food great service, coming back again!

  • Review 120 (2017-01-07 - Rating: 4)

    Great atmosphere. Extensive drink menu. Had the chicken penne a la vodka and it was just ok.

  • Review 121 (2016-02-10 - Rating: 5)

    Great place. Good food.

  • Review 122 (2018-03-15 - Rating: 5)

    Great drinks, wine and staff

  • Review 123 (2019-03-30 - Rating: 5)

    Delicious comfort food/excellent service

  • Review 124 (2018-12-17 - Rating: 5)

    Great spot for casual drinks and snacks

  • Review 125 (2019-05-27 - Rating: 5)

    Great food!! Great Atmosphere!

  • Review 126 (2018-06-04 - Rating: 4)

    Good drinks nice decor

  • Review 127 (2021-11-02 - Rating: 5)

    Neighborhood standard with good food and beverage.

  • Review 128 (2023-09-11 - Rating: 4)

    Eclectic sophisticated bar vibes.

  • Review 129 (2016-10-23 - Rating: 5)

    Always open later than the other spots on the UWS

  • Review 130 (2017-06-04 - Rating: 4)

    Dope place to grab a quick drink. The prices are typical for Manhattan, and the staff is friendly.

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