New York City is filled with numerous cocktail bars, but the one that absolutely stands out for serving intricate drinks and its elegant atmosphere is The Bronze Owl. Located just a block away from Macy’s flagship department store, The Bronze Owl is a hidden gem where guests can relax in an intimate setting and indulge in delicious cocktails and tasty food. It’s an incomparable, glamorous cocktail lounge experience that is worth visiting.
A highlight of The Bronze Owl is their dimly lit lounge, which invites visitors to unwind and escape from the hustle and bustle of the neighborhood. With beautiful dark emerald green leather booths, bronze accents, and romantic lighting, the décor and ambiance evokes the nostalgic allure of chic 1960s NYC nightlife. Vintage photographs from the ’60s through the ’80s—curated by artists Guy Richard Smit and Rebecca Chamberlain—set the stage for a classy, intimate vibe that transports you to a bygone era.
The drinks at The Bronze Owl are delightful and offer playful Italian-inspired cocktails that are unique and balanced. No matter what mood you’re in, there’s a wide variety of incredible drinks on the menu such as the “Escape to Milan” cocktail, which is made with Gardener gin, Amaro Montenegro, Cocchi Rose quince and grapefruit bitters. If you’re looking for something traditional, The Bronze Owl’s Old Fashioned is heavenly and immaculate. It’s made with Knob Creek rye, Leopold cherry whiskey, Il Mallo Nocino and Angostura. Even the mocktails are wonderful, especially the refreshing “Phoney Frappe” made of St. Agrestis phoney negroni, fluffy orange, lemon, basil and soda.
All the drinks can be perfectly paired with savory bites like eggplant parmesan, crispy fried shrimp and marinara meatballs, which were packed with flavor and had a pleasingly tender texture. The house made pepperoni pizza with hot honey is also available and was flawlessly cooked and had the perfect, chewy crust. A highlight though, was a three-level tower of crispy toast topped with ricotta truffle honey, preserved cherry tomatoes and winter squash with smoked mozzarella. This was to die for and absolutely worth getting. You won’t regret it.
The Bronze Owl is a top-quality cocktail bar providing a variety of elegant experiences. From early evening cocktail hours and to late-night fun, whatever type of outing you are seeking, their stylish and sophisticated bar is an essential place to be. Trust us, you’ll love their elaborate cocktails made with high-quality ingredients and friendly service. Make a reservation now.
