The Boardroom

While there are not a lot of higher-end cocktail bars in this part of town, this speakeasy stands out as an area gem. Fun, friendly bartenders and delicious cocktails. The atmosphere is relatively casual and easy to fit into, even after a long day of work. Yet the drinks are anything but your standard affair. Crafted with a deep sense of pride and expertise, each drink we tried had a unique personality. Highly recommended! Just forgive yourself if you miss the entrance once... or twice.

Ordered two $24 cocktails and was a little thrown off when I saw the $60 bill. At first I was like wow tax is terrible here… Service was fine. Quickly realized 20% is baked in.. fine with tipping but did not see any fine print or anything on the cocktail menu.

We stumbled into this spot while in the area and we're pleasantly surprised. Despite not having reservations we were able to snag seats at the bar (they also had tables available). The atmosphere was quiet enough where we could have conversations but lively enough where it didn't feel like a ghost town. I personally got two cocktails first being Mr. Pink which was light and refreshing (like a spiked ice tea but minty). Afterwards, I went for a more fruity approach and tried Charlotte's Dilemma which was equally delicious but definitely on the fruity/sweeter side. The drinks are a bit more towards the pricey end here (about $24 per cocktail, which might just be average these days) but they were mixed well 👍

Incredibly sweet lounge bar. It’s usually a busy spot but we’ve gotten pretty lucky in showing up pre or post crowded timing. The drinks are quite honestly amazing every single time. And they definitely know how to make a gin martini.

What a beautiful speakeasy tucked inside the food court. We opted to sit by the bar to chat with the bartenders. They were very helpful in recommending drinks. The cocktail menu was extensive, offering many options. The cocktails we ordered were beautifully presented, tasty, and spirit-forward. Though the price tag was high, it reflected the drink's complexity.

Unfortunately, it was not a pleasant experience: None of the three gin and tonics had enough bubbles in the tonic. But the biggest rip-off was that the ice cube in the Cafe Negroni was the same size as the glass itself. So there was practically nothing to drink in the glass...and this for more than 25 dollars. The most expensive ice cube ever!!! The bar is absolutely not recommended!!!

I rarely write negative reviews, but I feel compelled to share my experience. I had a confirmed reservation at The Boardroom, attended as planned, and later discovered a $75 “Resy no-show fee” had been charged in error. Believing it to be a simple misunderstanding, I called, visited in person to address it, and explained that I live in Bushwick and would not be in Midtown again anytime soon. Despite this, the only resolution offered was a credit to the bar, a wholly impractical gesture under the circumstances. Multiple attempts to reach the owner directly went unanswered. For an establishment willing to keep $75 for a mistake of their own making, one would hope for at least the courtesy of a returned phone call. I cannot in good conscience recommend The Boardroom, and I suggest taking your business to one of the many New York venues that values both accuracy and accountability.

Hope this "speak easy" gets better....We ordered Hamburgers at the bar and came in very small plate. I asked for a napkin and dinnerware but they had none. Gave me a cocktail napkin...finally the bartender gave me a bar towel he had for use. Seriously, offering food and NO NAPKINS etc. Simply fix so hope they see my review.