Von

This spot is great. Music that everyone knows. Some ABBA. A more upstairs chatty bar. A downstairs dance floor with coat check. The drinks are… creative. Overall, groovy, a vibe, no cover when we entered before 11.

This bar is a beauty. Old charm, ambience, and interior. Music levels just right, allowing conversations. Drinks are fairly priced. Has a downstairs sitting area too. None of the seats upstairs face each other, so you have to sit next to each other.

Super nice cozy bar with reasonably priced cocktails and beers! They have also another room downstairs but it was closed when I came. The espressos martinis are really good and the staff is friendly ! I would recommend if you are looking for a place to have a drink with your friends or doing pregames !

I had my Yelpie celebration after party at Von Bar. Yeah, you read that right. Yelpie winner. I bet you didn't know whose review you were reading right now huh. This my 2nd Yelpie in 2 years. Back to back like I'm Jordan 96-97. Anyways, Von Bar was the perfect place to host the after party. They were so helpful and communicative, and said we could just have people downstairs without having to rent it out as long as guests didn't show up too late. They let us bring a whole ass cake and lit the sparklers on it that ended up setting off the fire alarm. It was lit. I know you're probably sitting there wondering what my acceptance speech was so I'm putting the transcript below: "I know we're in a subjective business, but the truth is, I'm really in pursuit of greatness. I know people don't usually talk like that, but I want to be one of the greats. I'm as inspired by Hunter S Thompson, Fyodor Dostoevsky, and Virginia Woolf as I am by Michael Jackson, Mike Tyson, Michael Jordan and I want to be up there... Game 6. I'm deeply grateful. This doesn't signify that, but it's a little more fuel. it's a little more ammo to keep going. Thank you so much." IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov__

If you like dive bar without off the fluff, this is your spot. I had a great time on a Friday evening. Service was great, drinks were strong and the vibe was chill. I also appreciate the Pride flag on display in the window. I felt safe and welcomed

Truly a hidden treasure. Second time visiting this place. Had no idea the first time that and this placed consisted of all these different rooms and levels. Definitely worth visiting and exploring. But don't just stop at the first bar upstairs. Look around explore the place. There's many many more rooms and levels that if you don't know then you probably won't find. The vibe is awesome The crowd is awesome the service is awesome. Definitely recommend for a great time. People actually smile here and have fun. Don't miss it!!!!

This bar was recommended to us by a local and we are glad we checked out this spot. Great vibe, great drinks. Would recommend to others and would come back!

good wine for an almost dive bar. go at 8 for a chill evening. the night will progress to more of a club vibe esp if you go to the basement for some dancing. super cool aesthetic and calming decor upstairs.

I had my Yelpie celebration after party at Von Bar. Yeah, you read that right. Yelpie winner. I bet you didn't know whose review you were reading right now huh. This my 2nd Yelpie in 2 years. Back to back like I'm Jordan 96-97. Anyways, Von Bar was the perfect place to host the after party. They were so helpful and communicative, and said we could just have people downstairs without having to rent it out as long as guests didn't show up too late. They let us bring a whole ass cake and lit the sparklers on it that ended up setting off the fire alarm. It was lit. I know you're probably sitting there wondering what my acceptance speech was so I'm putting the transcript below: "I know we're in a subjective business, but the truth is, I'm really in pursuit of greatness. I know people don't usually talk like that, but I want to be one of the greats. I'm as inspired by Hunter S Thompson, Fyodor Dostoevsky, and Virginia Woolf as I am by Michael Jackson, Mike Tyson, Michael Jordan and I want to be up there... Game 6. I'm deeply grateful. This doesn't signify that, but it's a little more fuel. it's a little more ammo to keep going. Thank you so much." IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov__

Drinks (3/5): Drinks are reasonably good. I got the Moscow mule which was well made. I went after a friend's birthday and was mostly full so didn't have much here. The others also agreed the drinks are decent. Service (3/5): The bouncer wasn't particularly nice but got us in quickly. Similar experience was had with ordering the drinks where they weren't particularly accommodating or friendly but got things done. Ambiance (3/5): It's a dive bar type place. Not the cleanest and fanciest but ok for a get together with friends. It was easy for us to walk in and find a space because there were several areas. The bathroom wasn't the cleanest and had a ton of marks all over the windows and walls.

Went to Vons with one of my buddies the night before the election (cause I was a little stressed out) and the whole place was warm and inviting. The drinks were perfect, the other patrons really friendly, and the bartender was kind, smart and attentive and could really hustle--this really is your neighborhood bar!

I clearly communicated with the bartender and so did others that all of our drinks were supposed to go on my friend's tab who had a company card covering all of us. The first drink was, and then the second one ended up being charged to me, even though it was repeated that it should be going on my friend's tab. I would not have ordered if I knew I would be paying out of pocket for a bartender's mistake. We had to hurry out because we had an Uber so I couldn't even explain this properly. The same bartender was also annoying about checking IDs of our whole table of clearly of-age people despite most not drinking at all. Overall, an annoying and disappointing experience and I'd never return; this is basically the only important thing expected of bartenders to get right as far as service.

I feel like every time we have a night out here, it's always so fun. Sometimes the front has a bunch of outdoor seating and the vibes are great. There's a downstairs kind of club area you can rent out for events but I honestly just stay upstairs because the music's better. Bartenders make great drinks and people are nice.

Nice little bar on Bleecker Street. The ambience and music are good and the staff is friendly, but Holy Crap, Batman, learn to pour a Guinness!

I rented out the downstairs of Von for my bachelorette this weekend and had the most amazing experience from start to finish. Kaarin (one of the owners) was incredible to work with during the entire planning process. She answered all of my questions quickly and was always willing to go the extra mile. The drinks package included food for a reasonable price, and my friends all raved about the pizzas and cheese board. It's such a great option for a party where you're not looking to serve a full dinner but want to be sure no one leaves starving. On the day of the party, the entire staff was absolutely amazing. They went above and beyond to be sure my friends and I were having fun, and the DJ even came over to check in on me throughout the night. Hands down, best place to host a party in NYC. I can't recommend Von enough!

Used to love this place, but service has tanked. One bartender in particular - he has long hair, wears one long dangly earring, and an Australian accent I think - was so rude at my last visit. Ignored my friend and me despite making eye contact, when I ordered two drinks he only gave me one and closed out the tab, then again ignored us for another 5-10 minutes and had an attitude about having to make another drink and reopen our tab. I ordered something he wasn't able to make because of a certain ingredient but instead of simply saying that he spoke sarcastically and condescendingly. Probably won't be coming back

Came here for a drink after dinner at estela and was really impressed. The inside was a bit dark (maybe more suited for night time) so decided to sit out on the patio which was great. People watching on Bleeker is also top notch.

rude ass bartenders.. went to the bar to order a drink. both bartenders looked right at me and continued to talk, I made eyes, they proceeded to walk over to their regulars and took their orders. Then finally hit me with the "hey man what can I do you for!?" As if I hadn't been standing there for already 10 minutes. They both continued to have attitudes every time I went up to order a drink as if I was bothering them. Just douchey all around guys who think they're way cooler than they are and wear tinted sunglasses. Go back to the 2016 urban outfitters catalogue that you came from. Learn some decent hospitality skills. Needless to say.. don't recommend

Grabbed frozen drinks at Von before dinner on Monday. Flawless Frozen Margaritas, an excellent bartender, and a lovely atmosphere make this place I will happily return. Quality: Seeing a Frozen Mule on the menu I was immediately intrigued, but unfortunately that frozen machine was not ready yet. I was promised by the bartender that it is excellent and a reason to come back. Instead I went with the Frozen Margarita, which was a fantastic back-up plan. They found the perfect balance of sourness and consistency frozenness, always just on the edge of melting. These drinks were not messing around either. Even though the tequila could be noted, it was remarkably hidden for as strong as the drinks were. Not sure if I would order food here, but I would gladly return for more happy hour drinks. Quantity: Unlike most pre-mixed Frozen Margarita, this one packs a punch. Be cautious before adding a floater. Value: $10 Frozen Margarita during happy hour. Ambiance: Von is located in the Bowery section of Manhattan. It is on a stretch of Bleecker Street that was cut off for traffic, so it felt quiet. The inside was dark, definitely not in full operation after COVID, but the space had a lovely traditional pub atmosphere. Clearly taking advantage of the look of the older building, they kept much of the space as it was. Outside they had built several shelters, expanding into the bookstore space next door. We sat in one of the shelters, which provided a roof over head, but since it was clear did not stop the sun. It is a very relaxed space, so it was easy to just enjoy a frozen drink. Crowd: We arrived shortly after they opened and within an hour only one outside table sat empty. I got the impression they are not yet doing indoor seating, but maybe it is saved for when bigger crowds arrive. Service: The bartender was fantastic, someone I'd always hope is behind the bar. Even though it was clear that the bar were not ready for guests yet, the Sunday crowd was both earlier and more than expected, he quickly got things in motion. Parking: There was not a lot of street parking in the area during our visit, likely due to the closed streets. It likely would involve several circles of the area to find something.

I've only been here a few times and yet, it made a really good impression on me. Von is a surprisingly chill, low-key spot for a drink. Plenty of space at the bar, there's a small amount of table seating, and around the corner is a more private room where you can chill with a larger group. Overall, love the layout and the decor. Drinks are standard fare here. Beer selection is sufficient. Both times I went, the bartenders were attentive and friendly. Can't put a price on that. With so many bars in this part of town, it's easy for a place to get complacent knowing folks are going to come in regardless, but that didn't seem to be the vibe for me here. I'll def be back in the near future as I hope to make this a place I chill at on the regular.

This place just makes sense. The upstairs for good drinks and chilling. The downstairs if you want to shake dat ass. Prefer the upstairs about 99% of the time. Find me way downstairs in the bourbon works its magic. The bartenders are great. The people in and out of here are different for the hood (in all the best ways). Enjoy this spot for a date, a dance, a get down. Good times each.

Decent spot if you're looking to slip in for a quick and casual drink. Simple dive bar.

Affordable drinks but that's where the positives stop. The service is terrible. Menu wasn't representative of what was actually available. We received a glass with lipstick on it and the bartender showed no apology or care for the situation. Nothing special about this place - not worth the time. Go elsewhere.

Great bar and really nice servers. I even forgot my wallet there and they helped me get it back so quickly! I work in SoHo, so I'm sure I'll be back for many more happy hours!

1. Terrible service: rude when we walked in, assumed we knew we had to order food & couldn't just have drinks (I'm not from NY, I'm from NJ - & we don't have the same rules there). The staff generally were unapproachable. As a paying customer, I'd rather spend my money elsewhere. 2. Bathroom: was filthy. At 8pm. A filthy bathroom is disgusting as it is, a filthy bathroom during Covid times - is even more troubling. 3. Price: $15 for a tiny personal pizza. Are you kidding me? I'd rather go to Joe's on Bleecker or Ben's nearby, & get quality pizza for a reasonable price. Or go to any bar & get better service. You'd think this place would want to keep customers as times are tough, but they don't seem to care...

Went to Von after dinner since I was curious about this rustic yet refined NoHo wine bar. Although the bar offers a laid-back experience with hardwood floors, exposed brick, weathered wood bar, and golden glow of candlelight, I found it to be stuffy and boring. Not to mention the almost non existent service! We walked in around 10pm had one glass of wine after wait for the bartender to finish his never ending conversation with what seemed to be his friend. I was let down since it is a very cute place but its NYC and nobody has time for bad service Also, it is small with not that much seating. Giving 2 stars for the cute ambiance!

It was an ok way to start a fabulous evening. We walked in for happy hour and the place was fairly empty. The Moscow Mull i has had no punch at all. The bartender was friendly enough. It feels like a place that used to be better.

Popped into this little place for an impromptu happy hour drink with my sister. It was absolutely perfect for a midweek rondevu . They had a nice selection of tap beers, wines and cocktails. Beer & the house wine were the only happy hour items. However, when my sister and I asked if the prosecco was on the happy hour menu, the bartender said, "No, but that's okay, do you want to try it?" The bartender made friendly conversation, relating to us in a way that made me feel as though I was in Chicago rather than NY where few people interact with people they don't know. Low key but on point music selection, matched the mood and the crowd. aWe arrived around 6pm to a fairly empty bar, but left around 7:15 to a nearly full house.

I like it! Last night was my second night there. I like that the upstairs is just a basic bar, but there is a dedicated downstairs with space for dancing. MUSIC is on point. Good classic 2000s era hip hop and R&B, think when The Neptunes ruled the world. Plus, any modern songs that you secretly practice dancing to in the mirror (think Bruno Mars and Carbi B, "Finesse") Even before the crowd comes, it's cook to sit and listen to music, solo, with friends, or on a date (use the 2nd room/back room upstairs). I got a gin and tonic for $11 and a beer for $6. Crowd is mixed in age, from really young early 20' to mid 30' professionals.

We came here over and over for a break - during these last months - sometimes for the hot toddy, sometimes a cider. It like being in an extended cozy living room. Thanks to the people working there.

Hello local little bar unspoiled by tourism, low key non pretentious interior and brilliant DJ/music. Here you go when hanging out with friends and feeling the good vibes, without being pressured by waiters/sses trying to sell you a drink every 10 min. A community is going here, people meet, talk, dance and enjoy life. This bar oozes an elevating atmosphere and interesting characters. And I'll be back with my friends!!!

Nice outdoor space but the drinks were undrinkable. Make sure you ordered things that are already bottled because the cocktails are disgusting. Wouldn't come back here again s

I stumbled upon this bar accidentally with some friends during COVID and they deserve 4 stars for keeping their customers safe and serving up awesome cocktails! They have indoor and outdoor seating, their outdoor seating was packed so we opted for indoor seating. There was one couple in there besides us and we all had to have our temperatures taken before we sat down. The bar tender, super kind gentleman with the glasses (wish I took down his name) seated us and took our orders. Drinks were great, service was great, we even scored a round of free shots for hitting the even number $100 bill tab. The bar tender mentioned that they do happy hour as well so definitely bring your friends here! Cheers and be safe y'all!

Been here twice, once for after dinner drinks with friends and once last night for an event. The place is in a great location, that old wine-bar y feel when you walk in. The first time I thought all there was, was the first room which has a heavy dark feeling that's perfect for sipping on wine with friends. I ventured to the second room and downstairs the second time for the event and it was an old rustic-y feel with corks all over the ceiling! It was supposed to be happy hour prices all night for the event. I got charged $8 for a Diet Coke?! My friend was charged $17 for a whiskey sour on HH prices?! That was obscene. It was just ok, tons of other places to try in the area

When a friend recommended we meet up at Von, I of course searched for it on Yelp before committing. And couldn't find it. Got lots of lawyers and home services (von trapp moving co.??), but no bar. Hmmm. Von is great. They are user-friendly and pet-friendly, and any bar that invites dogs in is a friend of mine. Apparently, it is well known among the NoHo/SoHo/E. Village crowd, because it was PACKED on a Wednesday night. At least, the cozy upstairs bar was - we couldn't find 2 seats next to each other. How psyched was I when I followed some seriously trendy, silver-studded, shiny shoes down the previously unseen stairwell into a lounge??? The bar downstairs is just as cozy and sheik as the bar upstairs, only more spacious. They are serious about their cocktails, which is essential. They even used ginger syrup (in addition to ginger beer) in my Dark & Stormy. Serious points. I made dog-friends, people-friends, and really enjoyed the atmosphere. This is a great place to go on a weeknight for good drinks and good fun. I can only imagine the weekend!!!

I'm going to compare Von to a slew of characteristics I enjoy in the fairer species. I like... + Someone who can put their hair down and relax. + Someone who can stop a room when the occasion calls for it. + Someone with a great taste in music. + Someone with an artistic eye and good taste in design. + Someone with an appreciation for tactful body art. + Someone who can mix a mean cocktail. + Someone with a fun variety of friends. + Someone who can party... but can also act their age. In short, all of these characteristics also exist in one of my new favorite destinations for weekend revelry, Von. I'd like to say I'm dating her, but we're still getting to know each other. But upon our first blind date, I'm fully planning on giving her a floral pass to our second encounter at the next Rose Ceremony. Let's hope she accepts!

Love love love love love love love this bar!! After having one craptastic time at Gallery Bar thanks to a really lame bartender, I was yearning for some sort of nice way to end the evening. A nightcap, if you will, in not just cocktail, but in that warm hug at the end of the evening feeling and I definitely found it at Von. From the second I walked in, I knew I was gonna love this place. My boss assumed it was because the place was crawling with hot men...hey, I ain't gonna lie, that didn't hurt the visual appeal...but it went far beyond that and just has a vibe to it that is so comforting and you instantly feel like you belong there. At least I did. When I mossied on up to the bar I received a nice smile from a gentleman sitting there and we started chatting. Couldn't have been a nicer chap. I'm guessing he hangs there quite a bit because he quickly introduced me to the bartender who was also a peach. I then struck up a conversation with another cat sitting at the bar and he too was so friendly. This was a major contrast to the, shall we say, slightly aggressive and not so nice run ins I've had the last few days here. I will most definitely be returning here and soon for that matter! Just a great little place!

Dropped in last night for Yelp drinks week specials event hosted by CM Ruggy J. Cheap cocktails are always winning. Had a drink called the Mission Cocktail and it was pretty damn good. This drink had a speakeasy vibe to it. I stuck with a few of these for the night. Getting a free Yelp Drinks Week pint glass was a bonus! Thanks Ruggy! I can see this place being a good spot to bring a date. Dimly lit and kind of sexy looking. Small but decent beer list with a pretty large and diverse wine list. A bit cramped by the bar area when the happy hour crowd arrived, but there is a chill room to the side to hang in, and even a downstairs area. It's not a rowdy loud place, but more of a comfy intimate setting with a vintage decor to it. I also noticed that the female blonde bartender on last night needed to chill out. She was kinda mean. Would have been nice if she cracked a smile or two. She scared me.

I am probably just getting old because bumping and grinding up next to a sea of strangers with deafening loud music just doesn't appeal to any of my senses anymore. Wait, I retract that statement. I do like dancing until the sun comes up, but not in this kind of setting. The place does have an interesting layout, that I can say honestly. There is a downstairs area which is cozy and snug, but just way too many people on a Friday night. When you start seeing bottles of champagne, you know someone is having a party and their whole posse is in tow. Oh man, be prepared for an evening of expensive drinks, top 40s jams, and shouting. I am sure this place would be OK on a weeknight, so I am wiling to come back and give it another try. But for now, definitely not coming back on a weekend.

This is one of those places I've passed a million times and never went in because it's not on any of my usual itineraries, and it doesn't have a name posted out front, so in my mind it remained one of those anonymous storefronts. Until a group of friends, some of whom mix in circles unknown, decided to stop in. So, actually, Von is pretty cool. No pretentious admission policies (perhaps because we were with ladies). Not a trendoid place I would have assumed by the nameless storefront appearance. A few decent beers on tap, not too crazy crowded up front, and there's a nice alcove around the corner where you and your friends can hang out. The crowd appeared to be generally attractive, if you care about that sort of thing. I didn't hit the dance floor (alarming sign of getting old), but there were some groovy hip hop tunes on the gramophone, so jigging was in full swing downstairs. I understand the dance floor gets pretty crowded.

The server is super nice. I left my stuff at the place and could easily find it. Highly recommend!

Careful, you could easily miss this place if you aren't looking at the faded, scratched window that has a small, 8" tall sign etched into it by the door saying "Von". Inside, a tight, crammed NYU-style barebones bar, with a separate room to the side with bathroom, and downstairs bathroom, and tables & benches in the other room, with a small, tight bar crewed by two, usually. The drinks here were free the night I went, so I can't really say much about the price, but it certainly constitutes a regular bar to have fun with friends at that has a few of the more European beers (not much in the way of American here, other than the Brooklyn Lager). They don't have the Coors or Bud on-tap, so I'm guessing they want to feel more "NoHo" and less "NY". Also, no happy hour? I've been in better, and while the bartenders were unfailingly accurate (or else will ask you, they did do some pretty amazing drinks), it took forever to get drink here. Fourteen people in the group, and only two of us were served swiftly.... beware others that will interrupt your order if you aren't fast enough with a large order!

Don't laugh, but I celebrated a birthday there - - not mine, but Roxy's. She turned one so I decided she needed to venture downtown for the first time. The fact that Von is a pet-friendly bar in Manahattan is huge. When they say pet-friendly, they mean it, my 8 lb mini sausage dog wandered around the entire afternoon and said hi to all the patrons. Seriously though, the bar is a cool spot. Very low key, dim light, enjoy a beer kinda place. Nothing overly done or pretentious, just a chill bar with a cool vibe. Stuck to a Euro variety of beers that afternoon and was very content with my choice.

Von was the opposite of crowded when I popped in. I yelped "wine bars" near me for a quick drink and a bite before a show and it steered me here. Not a full-blown wine bar per se, though the choices were varied and decent. Had the rosé on tap, v pale Garnacha from Navarra and pretty tasty: rose petals, strawberry, good acidity. Did not make it to the other rooms, and a mellow happy hour crowd was in evidence, so I can't speak to other reviewers' comments about how packed it may get. A couple of French (hip) tourists and mostly laid-back 30ish locals. Simple offerings- food from 5-9pm (lite snax and 2 [v small] sandwiches,) 5 classic cocktails, 6 beers on tap and 8 bts, 16 wines. "The Classic" sammie was fresh and tasty. Like the funky reggae soundtrack. Good bartender (tho not super-well-versed in vino, but again, as it's not a true "wine bar," whatever. The mellow vibe stripped my concerns away!)

The bartenders are a bunch of C&¥%TS. They've mastered the art of noticing you, then deciding when and if they will serve you. And if you do manage to get a drink, before you die of dehydration, just take their obnoxious snarl with a smile, or else you'll NEVER get another one. It's basically the DMV, with a longer waiting time.

Went to happy hour on a Thursday and was pleasantly surprised! $3 beers and an awesome DJ, "DJ Analytic". Playing hip hop hits from the 90's. It brought back fond memories! I liked the downstairs area because it was intimate. The DJ booth was tucked away in the back and there was a recessed seating area that could also be a dance area if it got a little more crowded. I liked the crowd, not clubish or B&T. I would definitely go back for a drink or happy hour!

Didn't I once say that I was going to find a thesaurus to use when writing Yelp reviews about establishments that I found to be "dark" and "sexy" with a "chill ambiance"? Well, I failed. This establishment is dark and sexy with a chill ambiance. I came here for a Yelp Drinks event, as a few drinks were half off for February 2013's Yelp Drinks Week. There were two cocktails and a few glasses of wine on the docket. I went for two glasses of The Bleecker, a delicate mix of gin, Prosecco,and rose water-infused syrup with a lemon twist. (The first one was on Ruggy...thanks, man!) Gin and Prosecco? A dangerous mix for this lightweight, but as a (at the time) stressed out grad student at her wits end, I happily imbibed and let the alcohol do its job. Ha! The staff was friendly. I heard a few people complain about the tall blonde female bartender. Ummmm...unless she had an evil doppelgänger, I am not seeing what others were seeing. She may have been a bit frazzled, yes, but each of my interactions with her were quite pleasant. She made my drinks quickly and effectively. I tipped her based on the original price of the drinks. I thanked her each time I got a drink and see seemed genuinely happy for that. (It's usual bar courtesy, I feel...) My boyfriend even got a free shot of Jameson from her! So...I'm not quite sure what else to say in that regard, but I am Team Tall Blonde Female Bartender! (I'll defend your honor! It's Girl Code...) I'd love to come back, certainly. Looks like a cute date place or a place to catch up with a few friends, glasses of red wine in hand.

Von was okay as dismayal creeps in when each drink requested was "sorry, we don't have that" to nearly the basic mixed drinks. They don't have Cosmospolitan, no Apple Maritini; no Pina Colada; no Mojoito, and I'll probably get rejected for requesting a Mimosa. Von does NOT have a full service bar. The area is too small and narrow for people to hang around and with ear deaf, monster truck loud music. There is a small ledge where drinks can be set and hooks under it for patrons to hang coats and bags. For a Friday night, given the current state of the economy it does not stop business for Von, as it was crowded with people shoving their way to make it to the bathroom. I came here for a close friend's birthday and despite of not having the drinks available, I still had an amazing time as I was not weigh down. I cannot comment on the quality of drinks or the price because there were no available to my likely. Von is very easy to miss when you're walking by as the sign is very discreet and does not stand out.

Don't forget there are two levels! I was invited by a friend to attend a birthday/going-away party here. My friend and I actually arrived early and tried to eat at Bianca (cute little restaurant next door), but the wait time was awfully long, so we headed straight to Von. Found out we can order entrees from Bianca, so that's exactly what we did. There are definitely pros & cons to doing this, but the option was nice. As for drinks at Von, my martini was a-okay. There are two levels, so make sure to check out the scene downstairs. Upstairs is a bit more loungy and laid back, whereas downstairs is all about drinking & dancing to hip hop and R&B. I would've totally stayed because the music was on point, but had another birthday bash to attend to.

I was here a year ago and went back this past Saturday. The place continues to be interesting and the drinks selection rich, especially the wine. The vibe is still pretty cool and the different rooms continue to give a good variety of atmosphere choices. A solid place to hang out... during week nights.... because I guess the voice spread and now you can barely move inside the place. Crowded. Crowded. Waaaay too crowded! Just going from the entrance to the back room took almost 4 minutes. And the downstairs "dancing" room is not for dancers anymore: try to move when you're constantly pressed by hundreds of people. There was a female bartender upstairs who was rude to me for no reason other than the place being packed and her being annoyed and frustrated. It used to be a great place, but now... too many people.

Been coming here for a few years now. Still great and jumping. Downstairs is where it's at. Hip-hop night will get you sweating in a comfortable way. See Constance, who's awesome for dank dranks. Go here.

Cool spot. Great for dates. The drinks were pretty good and the crowd was young professionals. I enjoyed it. The downstairs area was an unexpected surprise. After having drinks in the main space, I found my way downstairs and enjoyed the music selection way better. Wouldn't mind going again.

I only came here one time for Yelp Drinks. The drinks were awesome and, with the Yelp Drinks special were only 50% off. I found the bartenders a little rude though. I asked for the drink that was on the Yelp Drink Specials list and they tried to charge me full price ($12). When I asked about the 50% off they said, "Oh, you didn't mention that you wanted to use the special." Why would I NOT want 50%? The atmosphere is dim and cozy, but it was freezing inside. Von is probably not a place I'd just randomly go to, but I did like it nonetheless.

I've only been upstairs here, but downstairs - like the old school jams, but it is craaaaaaaaaaaaazy hot downstairs. ECK. HOT SWEATY MESS. The crowd...could have been a lot better!!!!!

Visited Von with some friends a few months back. We had so much fun. The drinks aren't pricey and the dj was AMAZING! Had to beg him to play something crappy so I could take a break from dancing. I danced so much that my body ached the next day. Will definitely visit this spot again.

Von is a tucked away hole-in-the-wall that doesn't get too loud and is smack dab between Union Square and SoHo. Cocktails are not horribly priced ($13 each) and they also serve beer and wine. Bouncer and bartenders are friendly. Seems like there's a back room, so don't get intimidated if the front of house seems packed.

Smelly, dirty, verbally abuse bouncers. Generally not a good time... I was there with a group for my friend's birthday. One of the bouncers Mike miraz?, apparently a manager, kicked me out of the bar because I politely asked him to not call me "sweetie". I think my exact words were "sir, I would prefer it if you didn't call me that because it's a bit condescending". Not only did he not apologize to acknowledge my statement, he repeatedly called me sweetie on purpose several more times after that just to instigate the situation, then finally, as I was walking away, he was obviously not done with the conversation so he pulled me back by my jacket hood, which choked me bc it was zipped up tight. He also did it so hard that now a chunk of fur on the collar is missing. Although this type of demeaning behavior may be typical of bouncers, especially at dodgy places, it is hardly acceptable... I probably would have brushed off his rude comments in my college days but now I'm older(over 30) and a bit more accomplished. I think perhaps I just have a lower tolerance for this type of behavior. I have the good fortune of being treated like a professional at work and respected equal in my personal life so I'm just not accustom to harassment like this. Hopefully others have a better experience when they go.