Please Don't Tell
Cocktail bar · East Village
113 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10009
Highlights
Hidden speakeasy behind phone booth in Crif Dogs, known for cocktails
Hidden speakeasy behind phone booth in Crif Dogs, known for cocktails
"An East Village speakeasy that originally opened in 2007; Jeff Bell worked there as a staffer and then general manager before buying the bar in 2019, and he is now the owner behind the One Cornelia project that includes the new taqueria and cocktail venues." - Nadia Chaudhury
"A lot of bars claim to be “speakeasies.” And while none of them actually warrant that title—alcohol has been legal for a long time, people—PDT is about as close as you can get to the real thing. You enter through a vintage phone booth within the hot dog shop Crif Dogs. That means you can conveniently order a hot dog (or three) once you’re inside. The space is dark and small, and if you bring a date, they’ll be impressed." - bryan kim, willa moore, will hartman, sonal shah
"PDT is short for “Please Don’t Tell,” although most people refer to this place as “that bar hidden behind a phone booth in Crif Dogs.” It’s been around since 2007, back when cocktails started to get serious, and there weren’t yet speakeasy-esque bars on every corner. It’s still a fun place to grab an interesting drink made with carrot juice or pecan bitters. Ridiculous hidden entrance aside, this place doesn’t take itself too seriously. It’s just a tiny, casual room with brick walls, enormous booths, and a hint of taxidermy. Make a reservation, and try one of the signature hot dogs if you get hungry." - bryan kim, neha talreja, sonal shah, willa moore, will hartman
"A speakeasy in the East Village known for its collaboration with Crif Dogs, offering high-end hot dogs like the Simonson Dog, inspired by East Coast regional hot-dog styles." - Robert Simonson
"A speakeasy-style cocktail bar in the East Village, known for its hidden entrance and creative cocktails, backed by Apres Cru Hospitality." - Erika Adams
