BarChef New York

Absolutely recommend this place, my husband and I love to try out new places and BarChef has become an absolute favorite. We came him on Monday and came back the following day, that’s how much we liked it. It’s a long review but totally worth the read. From the contemporary menu I got the toasted coconut punch which was absolutely delicious and my favorite from that part of the menu. My husband got the charred strawberry and it was also delicious as well as the cafe de olla. Then the modernist where do I begin? We ordered the jardín de Monet and the sailors mojito and we got hooked! It’s truly a work of art from the edible components, to the scents and the actual presentation, and to top it all of the drinks were so well crafted. We were hooked so on Tuesday we came back and ordered the golden honey penicillin and it has become my new favorite drink and that burnt honey sorbet was probably one of the best sorbets I’ve ever had, I wish I could have bought a quart of it to go. Then my husband got the black truffle, the chocolate with the truffle was such an excellent pairing, and the drink was so smooth and the coconut flavor really shined through. Lastly the illuminated eucalyptus, the presentation was so pretty and the white chocolate bite was so refreshing and unique, the drink it self wasn’t what I would usually go for but it was still amazing, my husband really loved it. It’s safe to say you cannot go wrong with anything here. We also ordered some food to munch on while we drank and it was all so fresh and the quality was also great. On top of it all the staff was what made it even more memorable. They were all so passionate about their work and they were very happy to explain everything to us. This place is definitely worth it and I can see it being the IT place for a date night or even just for a fun night out.

An absolutely incredible experience, easily one of the best cocktail bars in NYC 🥹 You can really feel the Frankie Solarik artistry in every drink. While the prices are higher, it is 100% worth it for the quality and creativity. I tried the Palo Santo and it's officially one of my all-time favorite cocktails. The other signature experiential sets (my friends tried them) are also something truly unique. Btw, don't sleep on the food! We got 4 grilled lobster tails for only $36... omg, what an amazing deal.

This was the most unique cocktail experience I’ve ever had. I booked “chef’s counter” thinking it was just cheeky marketing for sitting at the bar of a high end cocktail place, but no, it literally felt like sitting at the chef’s counter of a high end restaurant watching the team prep. Every single cocktail we had was a winner, and while pricier, the modernist menu was unlike anything I’ve ever had both aesthetically and in the transformative nature of the drink as you sip. Shout out to Saaj for being a great guide through our experience, and 1000/10 recommend if you are looking to impress someone whether a New Yorker or visitor!

I had the opportunity to recently visit this bar, and was treated with the excellent service of Josue and Alexander. It is honestly refreshing to be served by someone that is so dedicated to their craft. They know their trade and elevated all their drink creations to a whole new level. They understand their customers and are able to recommend drinks based on what their customers needs. Not just that they explained why all the components of the drink is needed. You can tell they are pure artist on their craft. I would recommend this place to any of my friends and colleagues.

Amazing cocktail experience! Superb! Sitting at the bar, you can watch the bartending artistry of Alex and Sami! They make bartending into a beautiful performance and the drinks are as perfect as their artistry. You get not only a drink, but a view of the Empire State Building from your seat! My cocktail came plated with a rock garden and succulent.

I have been to Barchef Toronto a countless amount of times, and it is easily my favourite bar in the world. I have tried drinks from everywhere and it easily outclasses them all. When I found out about Barchef New York I planned a whole trip for my girlfriend’s birthday— she has been talking about it for months. Coming into the bar, we were both nervous, because Barchef Toronto has been so kind to us, and the bar was set high. Immediately our fears were extinguished, we were served by Sami and he was so passionate, he effortlessly exceeded our expectations and made us feel at home. I cannot stress enough how comfortable he made the experience again, so good in fact that we will be coming here a second time during our trip, and returning in future trips to New York. I recommend Barchef Toronto to anyone, and now New York will be on my list to tell people about. I thank Sami for the wonderful experience and I hope that whoever reads this has a wonderful experience as I did. I recommended the Spice Road (especially if you like spicy) and the Jardin de Monet.

Bar Chef is a classy, modern, clean-cut bar lounge where every cocktail feels like a small work of intention. The mixologists are passionate and precise, crafting drinks that are both inventive and beautifully balanced. The space itself leans dark and softly lit — a cool, intimate hideaway with just enough edge to make it unforgettable.

A beautiful fancy bar in downtown Manhattan with some very interesting drinks. Lacks vegetarian choices in food. Except truffle fries there was nothing. While the bar was an experience worth having, their charging policy leaves a non-American astounded. On top of quite pricey drinks, there was a compulsory 20% tip and another 3% charge if you pay by credit card. A $50 drink becomes $61.5 drink!! Certainly unusual for a non-local.

A friend of mine and I got together for drinks. When I arrived I found parking right in front. I walked in and the place is attached to another restaurant in the upper floor. I walked into a dimly lit gorgeous bar. We were sat and Jenna was our server. We had: The Coa Toasted Old Fashioned Amuse-bouche Aviation Alginate Charred Strawberry Red Wine Café De Olla Oven Roasted Chilean Seabass I enjoyed their dishes especially the seabass! I also really enjoyed their wine! All in all a good time!

I liked this place enough that I am going back for a second visit less than one week later, if that gives you any indication! The first time I went to Bar Chef was in Toronto a few years ago and it made a very good impression on me and my friends. I thought that it was very interesting that the location in Toronto is super dark and that the location in New York is super bright and full of natural light. I will note this is on a higher floor, so we had to climb stairs (not sure if there is an elevator available for people who may not be able to climb stairs). I also appreciated that they'll open the overhead pane when the weather is good. The cocktails did not disappoint. My friends and I did two rounds of drinks, starting off with the more artistic cocktails from the modernist series and then doing more contemporary cocktails. I also love that they have a food menu. I snacked on truffle fries, which were delicious. The servers were also very friendly and helpful with explaining the menu. I loved both of my drinks: the sailors mojito and the dark necessities. The presentation is unbeatable when it comes to the modernist cocktails. I also appreciate the eucalyptus smell in the bathrooms and love that they use Aesop soap.

I had been looking forward to BarChef opening here in NYC for a while. A long time follower of the Toronto location, this experience did not disappoint. Came for an anniversary celebration and was treated to a few additional treats along the way as an added surprise. The place is really stunning and has a retractable roof for when the weather is nice. If you come early its a very quiet and intimate experience with lots of room. The wait staff is incredible and as this location is still new, Frankie Solarik was on site and enduring this location matches the Toronto standards and some. We enjoyed two cocktails each and every one of them was fabulous. You truly have to go and experience this culinary delight yourself. We spent a luxurious 2 hours and also ordered a few of the food options. The sashimi platter was delicious and the oxtail pot stickers were a really unique twist. 10/10 on all fronts and I look forward to coming back to experiencing this once again. Thank you!!

This immersive craft cocktail experience is truly one of a kind. The elaborate presentation of the Rosegold Margarita captures the essence of Oaxaca. Its delectable edible components bring out the flavors of the cocktail after each bite. The Illuminated Eucalyptus brings a Japanese pebble garden to life with Nigori sake, tequila, eucalyptus ice, coconut, absinthe, basil, white chocolate, and green cardamom. The myriad of flavors somehow come together seamlessly in spectacular fashion. It is impressive how well the bar waitstaff know the cocktails. Memorizing all those ingredients is no easy feat. The ambiance is intimate and luxurious with a naturalistic theme.

Love everything about this place. Service, drinks and presentation of the drinks. Would highly recommend this place just for the experience. I will definitely come back.

Bar Chef--what can I say? I'd heard the buzz that their cocktails look like they belong in the MoMA, and after going, I couldn't agree more. But here's the real kicker: they don't just *look* like art, they taste like they deserve a James Beard Award. Each drink is a masterclass in balance--savory, sweet, spicy--layered with textures and presented with absolute flair. Every sip feels both innovative and deeply satisfying. Add in the rooftop greenhouse vibes, full glass ceiling, and that Empire State Building view--Bar Chef has officially claimed the top spot as my number one cocktail destination in New York City.

Lovely spot! Thanks to Javelle for his wonderful service and suggestions. The team was very pleasant and I enjoyed my experience. I had three cocktails, two cocktails from the contemporary menu and one speciality made drink from the bar all good! The food menu is limited but what I had was tasty no complaints. I ate salmon sashimi, oxtail dumplings and truffle fries. I would come back!

Drinks are amazing. Bartender and hostess very friendly. Only complaint is that when you want to order another pina colada you cannot order just the drink. You have to order the entire set, which is too much. If they added the option of additional drinks after the first purchase with the display I would have gotten so many more of those. You can tell their ingredients are made with quality and care. So yummy.

Best new cocktail bar to ope this summer! Loved the drinks here, food was great as well.