While We Were Young Kitchen & Cocktails

Photo of While We Were Young Kitchen & Cocktails

Located in New York, New York

Address: 183 W 10th St, New York, NY 10014, United States

Phone: +1 917-675-6272

Rating: 4.3

Services

  • Dine-in
  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Wine
  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Bar on site
  • Toilets
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upmarket
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Credit cards

Categories

  • Restaurant
  • Cocktail bar

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Comments

  • Review 1 (2024-10-18 - Rating: 5)

    I revisited this place last weekend after first coming here seven years ago when I first arrived in the US. It felt both familiar and new at the same time. The clean, stylish decor still makes it a great spot for brunch or a date with friends.I ordered the Avocado Toast with the While We Were Young cocktail. The combination of cheese, nuts, and avocado on the toast was amazing - I couldnt help but exclaim while eating! The addition of Cajun sauce made it feel even more unique.The vodka-based cocktail was perfectly balanced - not too weak, not too strong. I was really satisfied with my choices. They even surprised us with a complimentary dessert: a brownie topped with mascarpone and honeycomb. It was exactly to my taste, so I finished it all despite being full!Its been a while since Ive enjoyed a meal out this much. The bartenders and servers were friendly throughout our visit, which made the experience even better. Thanks for giving me such a great weekend!😊

  • Review 2 (2024-07-23 - Rating: 4)

    3.5 / 5.0 - I came here for weekend brunch with a friend and we had a nice time catching up.While We Were Young is such a cute place, with a stylish decor. The dining area is quite small inside, but because of the large windows and layout of the tables, it didn’t feel claustrophobic at all.The service was great. The staff was welcoming and offered us 2 table options.The food was a bit of a disappointment. We both ordered the Spring Salad ($22+) with dressing on the side. It was mostly lettuce and quinoa, with very little goat cheese and strawberries. The lettuce was not very fresh, either. Considering the price, I’d had higher expectations. Unless you want mainly lettuce and quinoa, I would recommend trying a different dish.

  • Review 3 (2024-05-06 - Rating: 4)

    We went here for my birthday! Its a small space but the light lavender paint brightens and makes it feel wider than it is. The truffle fries and kale salad are to DIE for. If youre a rabbit like me youll love it. They are really good at fries too. While everything may be slightly pricey the protons are totally worth it. I wish me and my boyfriend actually ordered to share everything lol. We just wish his burger was cooked a little bit better. The drinks were well made if i had another i wouldnt have made it home lol.

  • Review 4 (2023-05-29 - Rating: 5)

    The brunch is so worth it.It had a prefixed menu where you had to order an appetizer and an entree. It was too much food for us. The portions are not huge but not small either.The place has a super cute decor and our waiter was great and checked up on us several times.I would recommend the chicken and waffles and the French toast.

  • Review 5 (2022-02-14 - Rating: 5)

    Such an adorable place! Everything is picture worthy from the cocktails to the food to the decor. The staff was pretty nice and the place was decorated so well *chefs kiss*.The food was good but nothing mind blowing, I don’t think food taste is the major draw in for these places. Its definitely one of those -go to Instagram kind of places- Still really cute, a fun place to go for quick bite brunches with the girls!

  • Review 6 (2024-08-07 - Rating: 5)

    I came for the outside seating on a pitch-perfect summer evening and the people-watching, but the food was excellent. The kale salad was unique --wonderfully complex and satisfying. The Brussels were great, if more normative. The staff let us linger and enjoy the night.

  • Review 7 (2022-04-18 - Rating: 4)

    While we were young is worth the hype. It’s such a cute ambiance, the music was great. The food is good and there are lots of options on the prefix menu. The drinks were crafted and cute, some of the drinks come in themed glasses. You have to get a reservation seven days in advance which makes it a little hard to get a reservation but we’ll worth the wait. The only reason I didn’t give this place a five is because it’s so small and the furniture needs some cleaning.

  • Review 8 (2018-03-09 - Rating: 5)

    Interesting place with an interesting name. Bison burger 🍔 and avocado toast are really great! Lots of roses everywhere makes it a very neat and pleasant atmosphere. Good appetizers, desserts and drinks. They have Rosé all day!

  • Review 9 (2019-04-09 - Rating: 5)

    What a pleasant surprise ! During our trip to New York, we had so many restaurants on our list that we didn’t expect much each day we’d go to eat, except that we were going to get good food.When we arrived, we found a quaint, cute dinner spot (that actually looks way bigger online!). They accommodated our late reservation, as we were running behind schedule and had to travel a bit far to get there.The service was like no other ! We had an amazingly friendly, honest and attentive server who got to know about us and vice versa so organically. He recommended amazing dishes that I’m still thinking about to this day LOL.I personally had the burger which was amazing, my sister had a kale salad (best kale salad I’ve ever had! & I’m not even that big of a fan of kale!) and my mother had the salmon. I believer our favourite part was the fried cauliflower appetizer. I need that in my life daily.The aesthetic was absolutely beautiful. Pink, Markle and glass/gold accents everywhere - very trendy but timeless. And at night it’s extremely romantic and calming.I will definitely be back here again!

  • Review 10 (2022-02-19 - Rating: 5)

    The cuties place ever. You should make a reservation because it gets busy fast. Seats 20 people and the drinks are to die for. I was able to get in, at a busy time 130pm. The host was so nice, the servicer was sweet and the bar tender. What can I say, literally must try one of their drinks.Of course I did the prefix brunch. Tuna Tata and avocado toast. Started a little backwards with a. Plan B then a one night stand. But yet best choice ever.

  • Review 11 (2019-04-26 - Rating: 5)

    If I could open up a dream restaurant, While We Were Young, would be EXACTLY it. Not only is the inside and decor modern, chic, and bright, they have creative and delicious cocktails! Everything here is about aesthetic - from the cocktail glasses to the plating to the seats, I love everything about it. I even booked my big birthday here and came with five of my friends. It is a very small restaurant so the largest group is probably six people. I started off with the If youre a bird, Im a bird cocktail and it came in this very cute bird glass. It was funny because the straw is in the butt part of the bird, but it was delicious and tasted of pear. Dinner here is pre fixe where you can get an appetizer and entree for $45. A little pricy but I thought it was worth it. As my appetizer, I order the big eyed tuna tart which has a buttery and flaky crust with black truffle cream in between the tuna and the crust. SO GOOD and the whole dish was the size of the entire plate. It also costs $3 extra but it was worth it. For my entree I had the While We Were Young burger with bacon fig chutney and fries. I had the burger here the time before this and thought it was better the first time. I think I needed more fig chutney where the sweet fig enhances and brings out the savory flavors of the burger more. The burger patty itself was cooked to perfection though. I ended my birthday dinner with a surprise cake (brought in from an outside bakery) and the restaurant gave us complimentary While We Were Young cocktail shots in the cutest, smallest cups with a flower petal attached to the cup via a tiny pink clip. I forgot to mention our waitress, Rebecca, was fantastic! She was so friendly and helpful and knew where to place my giant balloons. She was also a pro-picture taker too. Thank you so much for making my birthday AMAZING. Ill be back soon :)

  • Review 12 (2020-01-22 - Rating: 5)

    This restaurant has the cutest cocktails and the most delicious food you’ll try in NY! Everyone we spoke to (staff) in this restaurant were all extremely friendly! I had the short rib, and my sister had the dumplings and salmon. Definitely a must-try restaurant in NY!

  • Review 13 (2023-07-21 - Rating: 5)

    A nice intimate spot where you can dine and have cocktails with fun names (i.e. If Youre a Bird, Im a Bird, One Night Stand) with friends or a date. Not only was the food delicious, the cocktails were very tasty and the service was great! Ill definitely be back!

  • Review 14 (2019-11-30 - Rating: 5)

    A wonderful experience I had there with my friend today. I really enjoyed their avacado on toast, and their Talk To Me Dirty cocktail. It was made perfectly! The staff is very polite and attentive.I look forward to returning here, and recommending more of my friends to it.

  • Review 15 (2024-05-23 - Rating: 4)

    Food and drinks were good. Food portions were kind of small but thats kind of my only complaint.

  • Review 16 (2021-10-01 - Rating: 5)

    An absolute mustiness you can get in! Very limited seating get there early for brunch. Please have adult bevies & don’t bring kids. Food is divine, atmospheric, ig content haven.

  • Review 17 (2024-08-21 - Rating: 5)

    Such a cute spot in a great neighborhood. We loved how creative their menu was and their manager Stephen was very kind and personable. Will definitely be back next time we’re in the city.

  • Review 18 (2024-06-30 - Rating: 4)

    We loved our burger and the chicken waffles. The tuna tartare so very yummy!!! The Italian sparkling was perfect on a summer day like today. Very friendly and genuine service !

  • Review 19 (2021-07-04 - Rating: 5)

    Scrumptious . Who knew arugula , Brie and fig jam would be so delicious on a burger . Kale salad was perfection . Exceptional flavor & crunch . Had their signature while we were young cocktail which was lovely & aromatic . Everything was a tad pricey but hey rent’s high in these parts . All Worth it and will be back again for that mouth watering burger if nothing else . Yum.

  • Review 20 (2022-06-04 - Rating: 5)

    The wait staff and bartender were fabulous and very attentive. We went for lunch today and the food and drinks were delicious! A must go if in NYC!!!!!

  • Review 21 (2021-04-12 - Rating: 5)

    The food was great we love everything at dinner which is prefixed. The waiter was awesome. The drinks were nice and the names were really cute and cheeky. Cant wait to come back here.

  • Review 22 (2020-01-28 - Rating: 5)

    Came for my birthday & absolutely loved it! Was not expecting the food to be that good and it exceeded expectations. Only problem was that the restaurant is so small!! Only seats 4 parties at a time. Good spot for cocktails & $$ but worth the money for a nice brunch or dinner one night.

  • Review 23 (2022-03-21 - Rating: 4)

    Quintessential New York City dining. The food was very good (not sure about the fried polenta under the short rib though). All dinner menu is prix fix. The cocktails were also very good but small. Our server Steven was lovely and the simple decor was nice. All in all I will for sure will come back to try brunch but I will be mentally prepared for the sticker shock. :)

  • Review 24 (2021-09-23 - Rating: 5)

    I wish we had spent more time here!!!Service was prompt and attentive.They have the cutest menu! We had a hard time choosing but ultimately selectingThe I’m bird is you’re a bird, and While we are young cocktails.We only had one each, as we were waiting for a dinner reservation near by. Both cocktails were perfectly a mix of sweet and smooth. Prices were average, but well worth it! Service was extremely attentive and didn’t mind we were only having cocktails!Outdoor seating is preferable.. the people watching is amazing here!

  • Review 25 (2021-04-04 - Rating: 4)

    Overpriced but great location and service. The presentation of the food was cute and it tasted pretty good but was nothing crazy. Service was excellent though - the 2 servers were extremely welcoming, sweet and accomodating. But as stated by others definitely pricey.

  • Review 26 (2024-10-27 - Rating: 5)

    Not sure how but it said i rated this restaurant a one star 4 years ago but ive never been so enjoy a 5 star on me ❤️

  • Review 27 (2022-01-22 - Rating: 5)

    Such a cute place!!!! The staff was very friendly and the food and all the drinks I got were super delish. I would definitely recommend this to all my gals

  • Review 28 (2017-06-04 - Rating: 4)

    Quaint and trendy cocktail stop with great views, breeze, and beautiful patrons. Worth a stop for a best friend catch-up or second date, not ideal for large groups.

  • Review 29 (2019-10-22 - Rating: 4)

    Beautiful place, nice food and great cocktails, although overpriced. Unfortunately, the staff was not friendly, except of the lovely bartender!

  • Review 30 (2018-03-30 - Rating: 5)

    Omg the food here is AMAZING! Small restaurant but so cute and worth the wait! Cant wait to go back!

  • Review 31 (2018-05-05 - Rating: 4)

    Is a very very very small place! Staff was amazing. Food was OK! Their lemon pie was exceptional!

  • Review 32 (2024-05-02 - Rating: 5)

    The sun was injecting life into New York City so I needed a Spritz injected straight into my bloodstream.We were just wandering around the West Village, looking for any place where we could be photosynthesized by the sun. I had St. Jardim bookmarked as I walk by there all the time and their outdoor seating is about as idyllic as it gets, but they went all Hollywood on us and were fully occupied.While We Were Young was right next door and had an open table, so we snagged it quick because it was one of those days where everyone is looking to grab a spritz in direct sunlight. I cannot hate a man who has the same dreams as me.They have eclectic drink names here that range from Plan B to Texts From Last Night to F@$king in the Morning. This got a good laugh out of me. I respect this riskiness. You gotta take risks to be great. You gotta risk it for the biscuit.I just got my spritz because you know why Im here, but my girlfriend got a drink named One Night Stand .... DAMN THAT HURT... Im still licking my wounds from that tbh... but it did taste fantastic at least. Tequila, Watermelon, Chili Agave and Lime is a beautiful mixture.We got a second round because the spritz and the One Night Stand were both performing at a high level, and the weather compelled us to stay outside. I could be hit by a bus tomorrow. Another extinction event could hit at any time really. Might as well enjoy these days while I can.IG @jnov_Tiktok @jnov_reviews

  • Review 33 (2019-11-09 - Rating: 5)

    The best experience ever! It was my birthday and we made reservations for a small group but more friends kept showing up. The guys were great because they accommodated all of us despite not having fair warning. It was appreciated so very much! Everyone had such a great time and was raving about how great the food was. The burger is what I got and it was mouth watering. The great prawn and spicy dumpling appetizers were so good, I definitely intend to go back for more. And the drinks! The drinks are all so pretty and tasted even more wonderful. I honestly can’t thank the restaurant staff enough for making this one of the best birthday’s ever!

  • Review 34 (2024-10-27 - Rating: 4)

    Stumbled upon this cocktail bar while walking around the city and so happy I did! The cocktails were absolutely fabulous and well priced and the service was amazing! Would recommend for anyone looking for a cocktail and snack!Definitely recommend the fries and martini special 🍸✨

  • Review 35 (2022-04-24 - Rating: 5)

    Really tasty (and pretty) cocktails and food. Steven handled my gluten-free needs with professionalism. Excellent service overall. Had the tuna tartare, Japanese squash, and salmon. All delicious. Prix fixe two courses for $39 with good serving sizes. Cant wait to go back.

  • Review 36 (2023-12-02 - Rating: 5)

    Came here for lunch, the girlfriend, the dog, and I. Everything was simply perfect. The food was absolutely delicious. The staff was very accommodating. Its just great! Highly recommend!

  • Review 37 (2024-10-08 - Rating: 5)

    Easily one of the best meals I’ve ever had. While We Were Young caught our eyes as we were skipping through the neighborhood. Decided to stop in for an early dinner + cocktails out on the patio. Holy Moses.Everything was incredible. The dumplings. The salads. The gnocchi. THE COCKTAILS. The service.We were in the city for 5 days, and this is the only meal we’re still talking about. So good. Highlight of the trip for sure.

  • Review 38 (2017-09-18 - Rating: 5)

    Foods are yum and pretty lloll! It only has few seats, suggest to come here early!

  • Review 39 (2024-05-19 - Rating: 4)

    Honestly it a veryyyy good burger. I do think I’d have preferred to split and try something else. Seems like a good place for drinks

  • Review 40 (2021-10-01 - Rating: 5)

    Cute restaurant/bar by west village!🔮I had boozy brunch and everything tasted good!!

  • Review 41 (2019-11-06 - Rating: 4)

    Very nice place instagram decor and girly atmosphere the food is good but very small portion for the price

  • Review 42 (2024-05-24 - Rating: 5)

    BEST TRUFFLE FRIES IN NYC + an amazing assortment of delicious fruity cocktails

  • Review 43 (2018-10-19 - Rating: 5)

    Word of warning. If you come for brunch on the weekends, its a lengthy wait. BUT! Its a beautiful experience. We left our name and walked and browsed the neighborhood. We came back and our table was ready. Mind you, the space is VERY small hence the long wait. But if youre here for the gram, I guarantee its worth the wait. Every drink we ordered was beautiful. We ordered a little bit of everything so we had a nice spread and could try it all. Everything was delicious. We were there end of August when the upholstery was still pink. Saw they changed it over to purple so we might look for a day to go back and do it again! 💖 The hostess, bartender and cute waiter were all super nice and accommodating to our crazy camera happy selves too as we Instagrammed away taking a million photos of everything.

  • Review 44 (2018-08-02 - Rating: 5)

    Decor, service, food and cocktails that are perfect for a solo lunch! I went on a Thursday at noon for their brunch menu and the vibe was so chill and modern, not to mention instagrammable. I was immediately greeted by a smiling face behind the bar and beautiful bouquet of flowers on my table! I ordered the Texts From Last Night cocktail, nice and crisp with a hint of sour, and the truffle omelette with feta. Would absolutely go back with friends to try the dinner menu!

  • Review 45 (2021-10-18 - Rating: 4)

    Came just for drinks and apps - although we were told that reservations are for dinner only, so we felt badly that we weren’t planning to do dinner, but also would suggest calling that out more/making it more obvious when someone is making reservations. Drinks were all really good though!! Space is smaller and less pink/Aesthetic than it looks on Instagram.

  • Review 46 (2019-01-21 - Rating: 5)

    Just as darling and delicious as it looks. A popular Instagram spot, the food and drinks aren’t just beautiful, they are also quite good. Space is small and line can be long but really great spot if you can get there early.

  • Review 47 (2019-04-29 - Rating: 5)

    This place was amazing! The workers where hands down the best people we met while visiting NYC and this will be our must go place whenever we visit. We ordered every featured cocktail and each one was made to perfection, tasted amazing and the presentation was perfect!

  • Review 48 (2017-12-28 - Rating: 4)

    If youre an Instagram blogger, this place is for you. Basically everyone else in this place was! Which was about seven people; its very very very small. Busy- get there right when it opens. The food is honestly amazing. The staff was very accommodating for photos and the service was fast. Four stars rather than five due to the cramped space.

  • Review 49 (2021-10-27 - Rating: 5)

    This was such an amazing place in West Village for a nice dinner. The meal is a pre fixed 2 course meal which is a tad pricey but worth it.Great spot for dates and special occasions.The cocktails are so uniquely presented and dont lack a punch in taste or strengthThe food was amazing. Rich and flavorful and quite filling. I had the burrata, kale salad and tortellini. My friends has the burger which they said was delicious

  • Review 50 (2018-07-11 - Rating: 5)

    Wow these are some of the best burgers I have had in a very long time.

  • Review 51 (2019-02-13 - Rating: 5)

    Came here recently for dinner with a girlfriend a few weeks ago on a Friday night and had the best time! If youre looking for a fun, feminine spot for a Girls Night with quality cocktails, good food, solid service and ambiance, look no further! My friend opted for the salmon and I tried the burger which was absolutely delicious. Their cocktail list is sure to impress, not only are the craft cocktails delivered to your table in cute glass formations (a bird shaped glass for the cocktail If Youre a Bird, Im a Bird and a tiny globe with blue drink in it and a tiny airplane fastened to it, aptly titled, Mile High Club. Its not a huge spot so reservations are definitely encouraged but it would be a shame to pass up on this spot. As far as girly hotpsots go, this is a definite one to add to the list!

  • Review 52 (2019-12-11 - Rating: 5)

    I enjoyed the food, customer service and drinks !!!! I had a wonderful server by the name of Alicia who was a sweetheart. The atmosphere was positive vibes. The place is small but its super cute. Check it out, I will be back here when I get a potential boo thang lol. Thank you so much guys.

  • Review 53 (2019-06-05 - Rating: 5)

    A small menu and even smaller place (12 seats and 10-14 bar spaces) but a very ethereal aesthetic with some great dishes like the burger (mouthwatering between that cheese and thick slab bacon combo) and the salmon (2018 style- with the kale reduction akin to a pesto). One of about 15 restaurants in the city I’ve repeated going to.

  • Review 54 (2023-12-10 - Rating: 5)

    Just had brunch here and cant complain! The atmosphere was lovely, the staff was helpful and friendly and the drinks were yummy with great presentation! Really the ideal brunch place!

  • Review 55 (2022-04-29 - Rating: 5)

    Beautiful space. Excellent food and talented mixologist.

  • Review 56 (2024-06-27 - Rating: 5)

    This place was absolutely amazing. My mom, sister, and I discovered this place prior to my birthday trip to NYC via Google and we had a wonderful experience! We made reservations for brunch on our last day and although we walked past the place twice, we finally found it lol. It is such a cute, quaint, and intimate spot that was PERFECT for brunch and a perfect ending to our trip. We all ordered the chicken and kale waffles and we were speechless, it was the perfect portion and blend of salt & sweet, and our coffees were a great compliment, as well. Our waiter, Steven, was amazing. He was so sweet, attentive, observant, patient, and kind. He added a sweet ending to our brunch with a special and unexpected birthday treat that was delicious. Moments like that are super special to me and I will recommend this place to every person I know. I cant wait to go back to NY soon ad visit this place each time I visit. Thank you so much!

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

    What a great little restaurant. The interior is gorgeous, the cocktails were amazing and the food is delicious! Our bartender was so friendly! Overall a great experience. Ill definitely be back.

  • Review 58 (2022-06-10 - Rating: 5)

    Nice and elegant cocktail bar in the heart of west village. If you’re looking for a a tasty cocktail with an easygoing vibe and awesome playlist, this is the spot for you.Will definitely be retuning soon.

  • Review 59 (2017-07-22 - Rating: 5)

    I cant say good enough things about this restaurant. The service was PHENOMENAL!!! Moving to NYC from the south was a big customer service shock for me and While We Were Young reminded me what good customer service was. We were celebrating a birthday late on a Sunday night (great time to go) and the staff was excited, friendly, helpful and funny. The food was great too, small portions, so just remember that before you go! The drinks were AMAZING! And interior decor was on point, albeit the square footage was a tad small, but I think that adds to the ambiance truly. I would go back weekendly if my wallet allowed 💖

  • Review 60 (2018-07-19 - Rating: 5)

    This is my favorite go-to cocktail bar. The interior design is pretty and the staffs are friendly as well. It is small so usually gets crowded right around 6pm. Food is well-presented and tastes good. It is a instagrammable place though so there will be bunch of people taking millions of photos (but not too distracting).

  • Review 61 (2021-03-20 - Rating: 5)

    This place is amazing!!! The food is so good and they’re so accommodating. Steven is so sweet, and personable. He has great menu knowledge and is SOOOOO efficient. Great atmosphere, beautiful aesthetic. Must GO!!!

  • Review 62 (2018-05-05 - Rating: 4)

    Total hype and amazing millennial pink decor for Instagram. SUPER small space so really bad for big group. Drinks are unique, food is average.

  • Review 63 (2020-11-20 - Rating: 5)

    Food wasnt anything special, but BOY was this a sick instagram post.

  • Review 64 (2018-01-23 - Rating: 5)

    The service was excellent and extremely accommodating, especially since the space is small. The interior is beautifully decorated and a very chic place to enjoy a drink and light food.

  • Review 65 (2020-11-03 - Rating: 5)

    After a not so great experience at a place nearby, my two friends and I ventured to this spot for dinner and drinks. We had such an incredible time. Our server was so wonderful & lovely and really took the time to explain the superb cocktails; He made us feel right at home. I had the salmon which was to die for, one of my friends had the Tuna Tartare and the other had the brussels sprouts. The cocktails, which we each tried at least three, were outstanding, the different presentations for each were on point. Three of our friends eventually joined us and we had a few more cocktails. All and all the perfect evening.

  • Review 66 (2018-01-21 - Rating: 5)

    What a magical experience! Our waiter was so great! Steven treated my best friend and I like we were queens! The ambiance was very warm, hip, and welcoming. The food melted in our mouths!! I got the chicken and kale waffles. They were to “die for!” I didn’t think that kale waffles would be good, however I was pleasantly surprised at being wrong. I highly recommend this place, and I’ll definitely be going back. What a beautiful hidden treasure!

  • Review 67 (2023-08-15 - Rating: 5)

    6 of us went for dinner this past Saturday night, the food was amazing as was our server Steven, Ill definitely be back

  • Review 68 (2019-05-05 - Rating: 4)

    Cute quaint place. Tuna tart and beef tenderloin fantastic...but is the upcharge really necessary at $45 prix fixe for an app and a main? Also, portions on the small side.

  • Review 69 (2017-01-23 - Rating: 5)

    Stumbled across this new restaurant over the weekend and turned out to be opening night! Not only is the food amazing (burger!) but I was dreaming about the cocktails all weekend. Cant wait to try the brunch!

  • Review 70 (2017-10-05 - Rating: 5)

    Adorable, everything is perfect down to the detail. Cairo our server was kind and has a warm welcoming smile. EVERY SERVER in NYC should take some lessons from her. AVACADO TOAST WAS AWESOME!

  • Review 71 (2019-01-13 - Rating: 5)

    Beautiful bar, drinks were good. Very small space

  • Review 72 (2022-07-11 - Rating: 5)

    I absolutely love this restaurant. The menu, the ambiance, the cute details. Can’t wait to return to enjoy The Kale Waffles & Chicken.

  • Review 73 (2018-02-01 - Rating: 5)

    The cutest place I ever did see! The drinks were great!

  • Review 74 (2018-06-26 - Rating: 5)

    Amazing cute lil place. they only accept cash!

  • Review 75 (2024-11-08 - Rating: 5)

    All around wonderful!

  • Review 76 (2020-03-01 - Rating: 5)

    The restaurant is great, delicious food and friendly staffs. I went for brunch so didn’t order and cocktails, but they look so pretty, will come back for drinks!

  • Review 77 (2023-06-24 - Rating: 5)

    Great drinks and nice people. What more can you ask for.

  • Review 78 (2017-12-12 - Rating: 5)

    Yummy drinks. Very instagramable.

  • Review 79 (2023-06-24 - Rating: 5)

    Steven is the BEST! And the cocktails are great too. I recommend the “something fruity with gin.”

  • Review 80 (2022-07-02 - Rating: 5)

    Best food in the city! my girlfriends cant stop to talk about truffle french fries we had the other night but SALMON, this dish deserves more than a 5 stars! cheers to STEPHEN and his amazing service, entire stuff were very organized and friendly! coming back s🖤🖤n!

  • Review 81 (2019-04-23 - Rating: 5)

    The BEST. This place deserves a better rating. The cocktails are amazing and food was phenomenal. Out of town guests commented that the food was as good as Manhatta.

  • Review 82 (2019-01-23 - Rating: 5)

    Cute place cute drinks, but very small...need reservation.

  • Review 83 (2022-07-10 - Rating: 5)

    Such a great spot! A must visit when in NYC!! The food, cocktails and cool vibe cant be beat. So good.

  • Review 84 (2017-12-30 - Rating: 4)

    This place seems like it was meant to be on a food Instagram. Drinks are named after popular songs, and along with food, are present in a photogenic way. Food is good not great but drinks were better. The space is pretty cramped and cannot see more than 15 people I want to say. Because of this, waiters understandably cant seat you unitl your entire party has arrived so keep that in mind when you make plans.

  • Review 85 (2024-08-21 - Rating: 5)

    Stephen’s great!

  • Review 86 (2019-03-13 - Rating: 5)

    The bartender was amazing five stars with him alone, the food was great and everything was cooked to perfection the atmosphere was nice.

  • Review 87 (2022-01-08 - Rating: 5)

    Great food, super service, amazing location ❤️❤️❤️

  • Review 88 (2019-11-10 - Rating: 5)

    This place is a hole in the wall but the food is amazing!! You definitely need a reservation. Pictured is the Braised Short Rib with a little bit of mash, greens and mushrooms, 2 slices of toast and a gravy.The Kale Salad was sooooo delicious!!Ordered a carrot cake and thought it was two whole wheat slices of bread. The appearance of the carrot cake is not what you are used to but the taste was dynamite!!All and all its a cool spot to go to While We Were Young :)

  • Review 89 (2019-10-28 - Rating: 5)

    Staff is so so lovely, really good service, waitress remembered that I was a customer before & even remembered the drink I had, cocktails & food are amazing.

  • Review 90 (2019-02-10 - Rating: 5)

    Small space, but pretty interior and friendly service!

  • Review 91 (2021-05-10 - Rating: 5)

    Absolutely loved it! The drinks and food were amazing. The service was even better!

  • Review 92 (2018-08-25 - Rating: 5)

    Outstanding cocktail bar! Delicious drinks and very friendly staff!!

  • Review 93 (2022-07-09 - Rating: 5)

    Gorgeous, intimate place! Delicious drinks - pricey but worth it.

  • Review 94 (2017-03-31 - Rating: 5)

    Loved this place - decor, ambience, food, cocktails, wine list, service. Cant wait to go back.

  • Review 95 (2018-04-01 - Rating: 4)

    Drinks were AMAZING but I was not a fan of the food.

  • Review 96 (2023-07-13 - Rating: 5)

    This place is so cute. I took my friends here, we loved the drinks and the food. Everybody that worked there is absolutely adorable.

  • Review 97 (2023-06-20 - Rating: 5)

    Great Brunch spot! They have the cutest cocktails and space.A little pricey but worth it. Make sure to wear your best fit for photos!

  • Review 98 (2023-06-16 - Rating: 4)

    I went here with a group of 12 for a friends birthday brunch. I thought the package deal for a large group for 2 hours was steep. We each paid about $126 with tip included. They served us delicious food, but it was a few dishes to share family style. For that price, I thought we wouldve gotten more dishes. The package did include unlimited drinks. I dont drink alcohol, so they were able to make, essentially, mocktails for me (their cocktail menu items minus the alcohol). However, I think the taste of the drinks were lacking; the flavors werent poppin, they felt muted. Even if the mocktail included alcohol, I dont imagine it wouldve tasted good either. Our server was really good and nice. The place was nicely decorated, and the ambience was cool.

  • Review 99 (2022-02-21 - Rating: 5)

    My boyfriend and I stumbled over While We Were Young looking for somewhere to go for our anniversary dinner after our original plans fell through. Its an adorable small venue with 3-4 tables and a very limited bar seating. We both really enjoyed their prix fixe menu and drinks! My boyfriend got their house cocktail and loved it, and I really enjoyed Something Fruity with Gin, but the real star was the food. The menu was small but everything was delicious. We even met the owner, who was very kind as well! My boyfriend keeps bringing up the brie burger he decided on and wants to find a way to recreate it. If you have a small party and can get in, I really recommend adding While We Were Young to your itinerary.

  • Review 100 (2022-04-14 - Rating: 5)

    I cant say enough good things about this fab restaurant! My group and I felt comfortable and welcomed. It is a small space, but they maximize every inch in such a beautifully detailed way. Its listed as one of the most instagrammable spots in NYC for a reason. But, what was even more impressive to me was the quality and taste of the food! This is one place where the food and drinks were every bit as good as the atmosphere. We went there to celebrate a couple birthdays, and we were all pleased with everything we ate and drank. To boot, the service was also excellent! Steven was looking after us while we were there, and he was genuinely fun (and great). This triple win (atmosphere, taste, service) is a rare find in NYC. Definitely make a reservation and try for yourself. I went there for dinner and plan on going back to try their brunch.I realized I didnt take any pictures of the actual space. I guess I was too busy having a great time.

  • Review 101 (2023-03-11 - Rating: 4)

    Nice cozy space. Cute. Call before you go as the hours are limited on Sundays. I would go back. Its located In the west village area. There are tons of shops, Bara, and restaurants in the area.

  • Review 102 (2023-06-29 - Rating: 5)

    100% 10s across the board in evert aspect at While We Were Young. I continue to recommend this restaurant to everyone.

  • Review 103 (2022-02-26 - Rating: 5)

    This place is super cute and cozy! Amazing service, everyone was so kind and welcoming. Food and cocktails were amazing. It is a bit pricey, but worth it for a special occasion.

  • Review 104 (2021-07-28 - Rating: 5)

    We had our wedding reception at While We Were Young this past weekend - and our guests cannot stop raving about it! The food and drinks are out of this world delicious. You can tell how much love is put into each dish they make (Yes, its THAT good). The venue is stunning as well - they do a wonderful job with the decor.Bradford & his team truly went above and beyond - I cannot thank them enough for making our night absolutely perfect.

  • Review 105 (2022-03-19 - Rating: 5)

    A wonderful place! Thank you Steven for a truly memorable experience.

  • Review 106 (2017-02-11 - Rating: 5)

    Great vibes all around - awesome food, beautiful space, and fun people

  • Review 107 (2022-03-17 - Rating: 5)

    This is one of my favorite places in nyc. The bird drink is a really tasty fruity drink that strikes a nice balance and isnt too sweet. Very well mixed. The burger here is also one of the best. Great flavors and the staff is wonderful as well. Cant recommend this place enough. Make a reservation though, the place is very small.

  • Review 108 (2022-07-09 - Rating: 5)

    Hosted an event here and it was the perfect spot! The atmosphere was ADORABLE and the food was delish, unique, trendy & fun! And the cocktails were so whimsical and delicious: The WWWY team was lovely to work with too. Can’t wait to go back again 🤍

  • Review 109 (2019-02-24 - Rating: 4)

    Cute bar. Cocktails are tasty but small

  • Review 110 (2022-07-01 - Rating: 4)

    Very cute! Frozen One Night Stand was perfect on a super hot day.

  • Review 111 (2017-01-25 - Rating: 5)

    Really great new spot. Clean look with good energy for the West Village. Cocktail list is fun and inventive, and the food was legit. Love the menu, something for everyone. We tried the scallops, chicken&waffles, and the burger. All 3 were amazing, would put the burger up against the best in the city.

  • Review 112 (2019-06-23 - Rating: 5)

    This is my very fav spot to dine solo or with a friend in NY. The food is phenomenal and consistent, the staff is friendly and accommodating, and the atmosphere is charming. The must-haves are the Cauliflower tater-tots, Brussels sprouts, salmon, and the squash (seasonally). I’ve tasted other menu items that my friends had and haven’t had anything I didn’t like! Plus you’re right next door for live jazz at Smalls after/before!

  • Review 113 (2019-01-27 - Rating: 4)

    The place is very nice, very girly, lots of flowers. The food is good too and the drinks are so nice, and the stuff very friendly . The only thing I don’t like are the prices of the food. I understand the drinks, but $18 for a small piece of avocado toast is really too much. I will only come back for the drinks.

  • Review 114 (2017-02-01 - Rating: 5)

    Never have I ever....had cauliflower that was so good it deserved a review. Order it! The burger is arguably one of the best in the city, the drinks were made to perfection. In true West Village fashion, the decor is beautiful as well as the patrons.

  • Review 115 (2019-11-06 - Rating: 5)

    Tight space but gorgeous venue and extremely romantic. Menu items are both delicious and stunning. Staff is very nice too

  • Review 116 (2017-11-28 - Rating: 5)

    AWESOME FOOD and great ambiance. Went here the other night for dinner with 2 friends. At first when I walked in I thought the place was small but after sitting a little while you realize the place is perfect. The food, the waitress, the bartender, the decor....just amazing. So glad this place was recommended. Try the kale waffles! Sooooooo good

  • Review 117 (2019-08-18 - Rating: 5)

    I have severe autoimmune issues that require me to eat in a specific way. It makes eating out nearly impossible and Im used to going hungry in lieu of getting to the point of sick and out of commission. If restaurants try to accommodate me theyll give me a handful of ill prepared vegetables. When I told the beautiful, friendly and talented restaurant manager, Yanette, that I would pass on ordering she sent her chef to me. He went above and beyond for me and made me a dish with all the things I can eat AND made it in such a way that was DELICIOUS. I cant begin to thank this restaurant for accomdating me. Im visiting NYC with friends and you made my day: I got to enjoy my time and not worry about eating. Genuinely, thank you. My less complicated friends said the food was the best I ever had. Come here. Spend money here. Thank their cute and amazing chef!

  • Review 118 (2019-02-08 - Rating: 5)

    I only drank cocktails and I didnt drink their Instagram cocktails, although the temptation to be that guy, was there. I didnt eat the food so I wont speak about that, but the cocktails I had were well made, balanced, and thoughtfully created. Would definitely recommend for cocktail enthusiasts. The restaurant is small, so be prepared to wait for seating.

  • Review 119 (2018-03-06 - Rating: 4)

    Very small so make sure you are prepared to wait if you come during peak hours or the weekend. Food is amazing and get the truffle fries, they are life changing. Gorgeous decor and an amazing atmosphere.

  • Review 120 (2021-07-06 - Rating: 5)

    Only had cocktails but if they are indicative of the food quality then eating there is a treat?

  • Review 121 (2020-02-09 - Rating: 4)

    While We Were Young is a great place to get cocktails with a small group (2-3) of girlfriends. It is a small space, so it wont necessarily accommodate a crowd. Brunch here is also cute.

  • Review 122 (2020-02-08 - Rating: 5)

    Cute little place with great food and fun cocktails. It is small and gets busy fast, reservations recommended. Service was excellent.

  • Review 123 (2019-04-28 - Rating: 5)

    Went for prix fixe brunch on a Saturday morning. Went at 11am and there was no wait for our party of 8. Steven, our server, was superb and even took photos for us. The food was pretty good and filling. I could only finish half the eggs benedict! Flavors were unique especially the burrata.

  • Review 124 (2021-04-04 - Rating: 5)

    Incredible burger and delicious kale chicken salad. Really nice staff

  • Review 125 (2018-11-08 - Rating: 5)

    As picture perfect as the food and the drinks come out, taste is not sacrificed. This small Instagram-haven is a perfect place for drinks at the bar or full mea, proving it’s versatility. Highly recommend coming in with a reservation so you can choose your pick between a regular table or the bar.

  • Review 126 (2017-01-21 - Rating: 5)

    Best combination of intimacy and drinks in the West Village. Its also cozy yet bright during the day. Great food, great staff, great location, and interesting people. Definitely makes my favorite spots in New York list.

  • Review 127 (2019-11-16 - Rating: 5)

    The cocktails are amazing, cute spot with great service. I strongly recommend the burger.

  • Review 128 (2022-07-13 - Rating: 5)

    We had so much fun here with my friends 💕

  • Review 129 (2018-04-13 - Rating: 5)

    Weeknight dinner and drinks. Great little place. Delicious cocktails and nice, light food.

  • Review 130 (2020-02-09 - Rating: 4)

    Cute ambience and good drinks. Food was ok, not great - but the exorbitant prices make it not worth it to go there for the brunch food.

  • Review 131 (2017-02-20 - Rating: 5)

    Absolutely beautiful decor with delicious food and drinks to match the vibe of this fantastic new restaurant. You must go for the food and drink but also for the ambiance - just a very comfortable, good time place.

  • Review 132 (2022-07-10 - Rating: 5)

    Great spot! Food and drinks are fantastic!

  • Review 133 (2019-04-23 - Rating: 5)

    Cocktails are amazing with awesome unique details. Food was superb.

  • Review 134 (2018-11-16 - Rating: 5)

    Everything about this place was perfect; the service, the ambience, the cocktails, the food. I’m still waiting for the day I don’t think about those brussel sprouts.

  • Review 135 (2019-12-21 - Rating: 5)

    Amazing cocktails, delicious bites to eat...and the bartender was HAWT! Lol...tiny space reminds me of Elan Cafe in London!

  • Review 136 (2018-06-01 - Rating: 4)

    A very lovely restaurant and bar with good food and cute cocktails. Staff there are very kind.

  • Review 137 (2017-07-20 - Rating: 4)

    Great staff and nice setting. Good atmosphere for a drink.

  • Review 138 (2019-03-17 - Rating: 5)

    Delicious cocktails and great staff

  • Review 139 (2017-09-29 - Rating: 4)

    Food is okay but you came here for the drinks.

  • Review 140 (2018-06-14 - Rating: 5)

    Cute space with healthy brunch options.

  • Review 141 (2024-05-15 - Rating: 5)

    Good

  • Review 142 (2022-07-09 - Rating: 5)

    The absolute most amazing place in the city

  • Review 143 (2021-09-24 - Rating: 5)

    The ambience, decor and drinks are great.

  • Review 144 (2021-07-26 - Rating: 5)

    Amazing food, drinks, service & atmosphere!

  • Review 145 (2019-06-16 - Rating: 5)

    Amazing cocktails

  • Review 146 (2023-07-09 - Rating: 5)

    A MUST visit if you’re in NY

  • Review 147 (2022-07-03 - Rating: 5)

    Fried chicken and waffle was great

  • Review 148 (2022-07-09 - Rating: 5)

    Best dining experience ever!

  • Review 149 (2017-06-07 - Rating: 5)

    Trendy cool place, great mixologist

  • Review 150 (2019-01-12 - Rating: 5)

    Delicious food and creative cocktails!

  • Review 151 (2022-03-06 - Rating: 5)

    Very good food and drinks

  • Review 152 (2022-07-09 - Rating: 5)

    So cute inside!!

  • Review 153 (2018-07-08 - Rating: 4)

    Great cocktail bar!

  • Review 154 (2019-12-03 - Rating: 5)

    Great influencer spot

  • Review 155 (2022-07-09 - Rating: 5)

    Lovely place!

  • Review 156 (2018-08-20 - Rating: 5)

    This place is amazing!

  • Review 157 (2019-09-03 - Rating: 5)

    Great burger

  • Review 158 (2018-01-27 - Rating: 5)

    Great for the gram

  • Review 159 (2022-04-03 - Rating: 4)

    Great location

  • Review 160 (2019-03-05 - Rating: 5)

    Super insta-worthy! Smaller than I expected, but laid out in such a way that you dont notice it. The avocado toast is highly recommended! Looking for an Instagrammable cocktail bar? Lets give it a try! No idea which one to go for, the waiter is happy to give you advice or surprise you with something that matches your clothes.

  • Review 161 (2018-05-13 - Rating: 5)

    Very pretty! Keep in mind that it has little space.

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