George Bang Bang

This speakeasy offers a fantastic atmosphere with a unique vibe. It's tucked away at the back of a restaurant, accessible through the back wall. The ambiance is dark and gothic, highlighted by a striking Venus statue in the back. The seating is quite close together, adding to the intimate, though somewhat cozy feel.

The drinks are thoughtfully crafted and intriguing. My favorite was the Double O Seven, a martini like drink with a subtle citrus flavor. Each drink costs around $20 and is served in small portions, making the price quite steep.

One of the charm points of a speakeasy is its secrecy, so I hope this place remains under the radar to avoid long waits. As mentioned, if reservations or wait times become necessary, it might lose its speakeasy allure. I hope this hidden gem continues to maintain its exclusive charm.

I came across George Bang Bang on my way to the restroom while eating at Okdongsik. A completely different vibe from okdongsik, while separated by just a single door.
Came after dinner nearby on a weekday, and there were plenty of seats. Servers were patient and helpful in explaining some of their signature cocktails to us.
I ordered Seed and my friend ordered Notting Hill. Both were clarified milk cocktails, and had the most delicious creamy texture, while still looking beautifully clear.
I think the Notting Hill would easily be a hit for most people. The Seed was a bit more earthy and Herbal, and hit pretty close to what I wanted.

While I don't absolutely love the decor, I did like the vibes, atmosphere, and cocktails they've crafted. I'd still come back with friends!

Cool speakeasy in Nomad behind a small Korean soup and dumpling spot that we stumbled upon and were lucky enough to get seated at 8pm on a Saturday. As most speakeasies in NY go, George Bang Bang is not cheap. Each drink has a whopping $22 price tag, but the ambiance and the flavor combinations of the drinks make this spot worth your while.

We got 2 of their popular cocktails and did not leave disappointed:
- Don "Michael" Corleone: bourbon based drink with a smoky and maple syrup based smell and flavor. This drink is served with a homemade dark chocolate with bacon bits, which you are supposed to take a bite of at each sip. For whiskey lovers, who especially favor cocktails like the Manhattan, this is a great option. It is one of their stronger drinks.
- Notting Hill: gin based fruity drink, which barely tastes like there's any alcohol in it. This one is perfect for those looking for something sweet and less powerful. I loved the passionfruit and mango yogurt flavor and could not fathom how this drink was so clear despite all its ingredients. That's some mixology magic.

Service is quite quick. Our server came to refill our waters at lightning speed multiple times and was quite attentive. Perks (and downsides) of being in a small spot: you either get more drinks fast or you pave the way for the next customer.

4.5 / 5

Great cocktail bar in the back of a restaurant! Make sure to get a reservation since the walk ins had to wait a while. It's cozy with bar seating and maybe 15 tables/couches. Drinks are pricey($20+) but delicious! Great service as well and the bathroom was large and super clean. Definitely a cute date night spot, probably best for a 2nd or 3rd date!

Really cool cocktail bar, unique cocktails, prices are around $22 per, it's not huge inside so you can expect a little wait whenever you go.

I loved this bar. The service was fantastic and the servers were so attentive. The overall space and atmosphere were very speakeasy vibes - only negative thing I have to say is that it is really dark in there so we had to use our phone screens to light up the menu.

The Chloe: 5/5 great light drink, don't taste the alcohol too much
Little Miss Sunshine: 4/5 it was unique and pleasant to have but once you get to the very bottom it was a bit bitter

We were visiting some friends in Connecticut who wanted a night out in Manhattan. We came here on a Wednesday night around midnight. There was a wait time of about 10-15 min until a table was available. I loved the low light, gave a very romantic vibe. Being in Manhattan I course felt the need to order a Manhattan ($20) lol. It was the perfect! The hubby ordered the old fashioned ($20) and he enjoyed his drink as well. Our friends enjoyed their drinks as well although I don't remember what they ordered. We only had one drink each and just talked a little after. Our waiter was friendly and we got our drinks within 5-10 min of ordering which wasn't a bad wait at all.

4.5 star ambiance, 3 star drinks.

George Bang Bang is a neatly situated speakeasy behind the fantastic restaurant Okdongsik. The interior is nice and dimly lit, with tall ceilings and plenty of space. It has a vintage feel with its red cloth backgrounds and carpeted floors.

The servers were very friendly and probably the best water-fillers I've ever encountered. One nit is that they were too quick to take away finished drinks. This made it seem pushy, as every time this happened they ask the individual if they would like to order another drink.

I wasn't a fan of the cocktails, but perhaps we didn't order the right ones. The 500 days of summer was overly sweet and I personally didn't like the seemlingly random ingredients (smells like thyme, tastes like fruity syrup mixed with truffle). The other 4 drinks my friends had were artificially sweet as well.

HAND Hospitality's speakeasy (located inside of Olle) is a great option in the area if you want a bar where you can enjoy good cocktails and hear yourself think. My boyfriend and I walked in at around 7 PM on a Friday night and got seats.

We tried the 500 days of summer, Seed, Emma's wife, Hocus pocus, Cafe de gbb, and Don Michael Corleone. The Emma's wife was the highlight, but most everything was tasty and interesting.

The bar has a great vibe - reminded me of Bathtub Gin back in the day, before it jumped the shark.

Hands down one of the most amazing signatures in the NYC. It recently became a hype. However, it is known for its signature and sadly I am a classical kind of guy. Therefore, I was not really into it.
However, it changed my mind after I tried. Perfectly balanced, interesting flavor, easy for non-regular drinkers.

Nothing Hill: creamy "flavor" from the yogurt and milk clarified process go extremely well with the mango. Highly recommended.

Little Miss Sunshine: Bee's knee(the classic) with extra bee pollen buildup extra layer. Also recommended.

The place was crowded, reservations recommended. Don't expect any private dating experience, have fun, talk loud there.

Friendly and professional mixology.