The place is a little difficult to spot from the address. It is located next to Globe Salon at the base of the SoHo Lofts in the Arts District. There is short term street parking and a lot across from the place.
I was stoked to find another cool cocktail bar that came highly recommended by fellow cocktail enthusiasts .The doorman looked a little bored but I don't blame him it was 9:30pm on a Saturday night and the place was empty. I would have to most likely place the blame on Easter Weekend. We've never been ones to shy away from an empty space because sometimes that's when we've had our best experiences.
Not in this case. Bad start. The bartender SHOOK an Old Fashioned. Sorry but that's just a big fat NO NO. Bitter water is basically what he served. We also ordered a cocktail with Chartreuse in it. It was nice. Well anything with Chartreuse is fine with me!!
The space had the makings of a fine speakeasy. But it just felt half done or just not cared for. I just don't understand Vegas with their cocktails and the use of crappy ice. I don't order a cocktail for the water content .There is a beautiful red cabinet by the bar and its practically empty with the exception of 4 wine bottles. What a waste of space with classic furnishings!
I can see the venue as being good for group outings with the comfortable barcaloungers and library decor. Doesn't seem like there was food served as a couple of patrons brought in some pizza. It feels like a gentlemen's cigar lounge minus the 70 year old men smoking the cigars. But I recommend you stick to beer for now. If this establishment wants to stand out for anything more, they'll need to better train their bartender at least on the classics! I expect that from a chain restaurant or a "divey" irish bar (although I've met many an irish bartender who knows their stuff) especially if you're going to charge "cocktail bar" prices.
This is yet another place I really wanted to like but just felt it was open for the sake of being open. The place was lacking soul.
Unfortunately, in my opinion. Lady Silvia will need to go back to finishing school.