BarChef New York

This is an incredible spot ! Wow in every sense! The space is gorgeous- with breathtaking views with its retractable roof exposing the sky and the Empire State building all lit up. Magnificent to say the least. The food was off the charts delicious especially the Ox rail dumplings! I had several cocktails and each one was more exquisite than the last. Enjoying these cocktails under the night sky with the most chic vibe imaginable was surreal ! I need to comment on the impeccable service. The staff were engaged, welcoming and friendly. They paid attention to every detail to ensure that I had a fantastic time. Their energy and expertise was so appreciated and really made for an exquisite evening. Bravo, Frankie and Kurt for creating such an incredible venue that adds much to the New York scene!!

Great artistic cocktails with lots of thoughts. Top quality stuff. Good location. Cozy and quiet luxury. Bar food is fine dining quality. If you look up, you can see the Empire State Building. The only issue is the people in the next table keep taking photos with flash lights, which is incredibly annoying. Understand it is instagram worthy but def kill the vibe.

As a longtime fan of the Toronto location, I was so excited to visit BarChef New York—and it did not disappoint! The experience was absolute magic from start to finish. Every cocktail was a work of art, and the vibe was effortlessly cool yet welcoming. A huge shoutout to Devon, Dante, Janis, Jenna, and Alex—each of them was so lovely and made the evening extra special with their warmth, knowledge, and attention to detail. BarChef New York is truly a standout. Whether you’re a cocktail connoisseur or just looking for a unique night out, this place is a must. Already planning my next visit!

We had the most creative and memorable cocktail experience at BarChef! We sat at the Modernist counter and had the pleasure of interacting with the chefs, including Chef Teresa, who was incredibly warm and hospitable. You can tell she’s very passionate about her work - it really comes through in the craftsmanship of each cocktail. We especially loved the “Piña Colada” (not sweet at all in the best way) from the Modernist series, and the “Coconut and Absinthe Sour” from the Contemporary menu. We ordered about five drinks total, and every single one was high quality and beautifully balanced. The entire team was also attentive and kind throughout our visit. We’ll definitely be back to try more!

Been here now since they opened a couple of times. It’s a great addition and really needed an upscale place like this in the 30-40th stretch. That being said this Toronto namesake does a fantastic job in serving up some great drinks and small bites especially prior to gorging on the Wagyu place downstairs. I would always stick with the Contemporary as I”m into more spirit forwards straight forward drinks with no gastronomy involved however some of the the modernist drink do leave a mark and are top class. Loved the addition to this neighborhood and loved the vibe.

Must try date spot for mixology lovers! These aren’t so much cocktails as complete works of art with multi sensory elements overtaking the person blessed to drink it. My favorites: 🌲Illuminated Eucalyptus 🏝️ Sailor’s Mojito 🍯 Golden Honey Penicillin 🥥 Coconut & Absinthe Sour

This bar is the most amazing place, the experience is truly memorable, the drinks are even more memorable, Chef Teresa is so nice along with her team, me and my husband on a wime decided to try this place as we were looking for something to do after dinner and the drinks were out of this world and delicious if you want to go someplace new and exciting barchef is definitely that! See photos of the drinks!

Bar Chef offers one of the most unique cocktail experiences I've ever been to. It's typically been a spot I had to fly to Toronto for but it's finally opened a location close to home in NYC. You'll find contraptions here that both look and taste unique. They try to captivate your taste in both texture and flavor, alongside smell with each of the modernist options. My personal favorite is the sailors mojito but I'm a sucker for mint and lime. (Low-key waiting for a whiskey sour conception) They've also got less gastronomy options if you're craving a simple yet unique take on classic cocktails. The new space is actually very pretty and has a lot of great natural light whereas the Toronto location is a bit more intimate and dimly lit. I do really enjoy the theme they've got going on in NYC. However, and it might just have been that it was a hot day it was a little warm in there, hopefully something that can be adjusted over time. Nothing super bad but definitely noticable. Last but not least I believe the restaurant below makes the food menu but the fries are actually some of the best fries I've ever had, don't skip them. They were perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside even after sitting around for a few minutes.

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.

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