Even though the place is small we still walked in on a Saturday night and got a table. They have a limited menu and limited beer and cocktails (no wine). I got the Hall single burger and my husband got the cowboy brisket burger and both were very good. They also came with string fries and the prices seemed pretty decent.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Leonard Klein
Excellent cocktails!
Atmosphere: 5
Libinski 0G
Nick snack whiskey bar with a touch from JapanParking: Don't drive here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Yan Jin
Comfortable and classic Japanese decor coupled with great comfort food. Awesome beef and crab burgers here along with a simple but well thought out drink list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christine C.
Hall is amazing. Their bartender Eddie is super friendly and down to earth. Burgers were great. But what really surprised me was the pepper wings. At first it felt like a soy glazed Korean fried chicken. But the crispness of the wing is crazy. The tender meat, the light delicate crisp, and that extra layer of black pepper really made this dish memorable.
Ethan L.
Dropped by at 6pm on a Saturday, got seated right away considering it's Thanksgiving weekend when most of NY is fairly empty. $16 for the single wagyu-blend burger and perfectly crispy fries, $21 for the double. Absolutely delicious. Bartender and host were so friendly. It's a small, dimly lit intimate space with maybe 6 barstools and two small tables against the wall. Japanese inspired cocktails, recommend the Shiso Fresh. Good vibe, jazzy playlist.
Amanda C.
{Overall: 5; Food: 5} Service: 5; Ambiance: 5I'd read the reviews of Hall and heard about it from a friend. I finally found a chance to stop in for a casual Friday dinner. I was worried that it would be packed - from what I saw online, seating was limited and the reviews were so good. When I arrived at 7:30, it was fortunately empty. A very attentive and friendly bartender served us at the bar.We had the single beef burger, chicken karaage and clam chowder. The food was AMAZING. This is the best burger I've had in the neighborhood and one of my favorites in NYC. The burger and karaage were rich, umami, and perfectly cooked. The clam chowder was also good (not too salty), but probably not something I would repeat, just because it wasn't standout.The bar is very cute and intimate. There space is mostly up of bar seating with a few small tables against the walls. We didn't try the cocktails this visit, but the menu was a fun list of Japanese-inspired drinks.We found out that behind the bar, there is a speakeasy-style one Michelin Star Japanese restaurant and separate lounge. Throughout the evening, folks for the Japanese restaurant and lounge quietly streamed in and out.This will definitely be a new regular spot for us.
Kathi Löffler
Short Summary:Positive: tasty burgers, pretty interiorNegative: terrible service, very low lighting (hard to read menu), do not ask for how the meat should be cooked,Long explanation:Hall was on our must try list for quite some time so we finally checked it out a few days ago. Unfortunately, the experience was pretty underwhelming due to the service.We were the only customers and sat at the bar. The bartender did not even try to make us feel welcome at all and pretty much ignored us after we’ve ordered. We first thought he had a bad day, but when other staff passed him he cheered up and was a different person as long as they were around.We did not feel welcome at all. In a place where you pay over $20 for a cocktail, we expected good service - especially at the bar.The food was good (we had the classic burgers) even though they do not ask how you want the meat cooked. My boyfriend’s meat was cooked medium and mine was medium-well done (and I prefer medium rare).There are great places to get burgers in the area, so we won’t be back to Hall.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
K Wallbanger
Best burger in nyc at a great price. The bartender is a cool guy. The atmosphere is dark and moody. Love this place too much.
J S
Great bartenders and staff. The wagu burgers are the best!revisiting my review after a few years: different bartender, same great food and vibe.
One of those places you want to gatekeep but if you’re here reading my reviews: you’re welcome. go here and eat a burger. You won’t be disappointed.
Shu Jin S.
Honestly stumbled upon this spot via a Google map search, since we were in the area and I had a deep craving for a burger. We walked pass it twice, because the sign on the door said "Odo" (but there was a board, leaning against the wall that said 'Hall') and we later learned that there's a speakeasy Japanese sushi counter in the back -- Hall is the bar in the front, and we watched as countless people came in, looking for a meal at the Gallery (next door). To say that this spot thrives on confusing people, lol, would be an understatement, but the Hall signature burger? Wow. It was incredible. I loved that it's a small, cozy spot and that they do limit the # of people in that area. Drinks-wise, we just did whisky on the rocks (so good) and ended up chatting quite a bit with the bartender. The next time I'm craving an amazing burger, I'm coming here!
D W
Burger is better than GT.
Peter K.
I've been coming to HALL For years and never got around to make a review until now. If you walk down the block too quick, you'll easily miss Hall's entrance, but that shouldn't take away from how beautiful the location is. Only downside to HALL is the limited seats. Onto the drinks. I ordered the train to Bhutan cocktail and it was tasty with a salt rim. The cocktails at HALL are always a hit and a huge variety of flavors and alcohol options. Food up next. We ordered karage, Cowboy (bbq brisket) burger, and the HALL signature burger. The karage pieces were bigger than expected and mainly meat pieces as opposed to fried breading. Both burgers were accompanied with fries and each were delicious and different. Hall burger was a double patty cheeseburger and Cowboy burger was BBQ flavored brisket with a patty. Definitely a great spot if you're looking for good vibes, good food, and not breaking the bank. Also shout-out the bartender, always in a good mood and taking care of everyone
Felipe Tinoco
A gem! Found this tiny bar after going to Photographiska museum and this place is amazing. Small, cozy, great drinks and if you’re hungry you can also try to get a table on the Japanese restaurant that is exactly at the same place.
Even though the place is small we still walked in on a Saturday night and got a table. They have a limited menu and limited beer and cocktails (no wine). I got the Hall single burger and my husband got the cowboy brisket burger and both were very good. They also came with string fries and the prices seemed pretty decent.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent cocktails!
Atmosphere: 5
Nick snack whiskey bar with a touch from JapanParking: Don't drive here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Comfortable and classic Japanese decor coupled with great comfort food. Awesome beef and crab burgers here along with a simple but well thought out drink list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hall is amazing. Their bartender Eddie is super friendly and down to earth. Burgers were great. But what really surprised me was the pepper wings. At first it felt like a soy glazed Korean fried chicken. But the crispness of the wing is crazy. The tender meat, the light delicate crisp, and that extra layer of black pepper really made this dish memorable.
Dropped by at 6pm on a Saturday, got seated right away considering it's Thanksgiving weekend when most of NY is fairly empty. $16 for the single wagyu-blend burger and perfectly crispy fries, $21 for the double. Absolutely delicious. Bartender and host were so friendly. It's a small, dimly lit intimate space with maybe 6 barstools and two small tables against the wall. Japanese inspired cocktails, recommend the Shiso Fresh. Good vibe, jazzy playlist.
{Overall: 5; Food: 5} Service: 5; Ambiance: 5I'd read the reviews of Hall and heard about it from a friend. I finally found a chance to stop in for a casual Friday dinner. I was worried that it would be packed - from what I saw online, seating was limited and the reviews were so good. When I arrived at 7:30, it was fortunately empty. A very attentive and friendly bartender served us at the bar.We had the single beef burger, chicken karaage and clam chowder. The food was AMAZING. This is the best burger I've had in the neighborhood and one of my favorites in NYC. The burger and karaage were rich, umami, and perfectly cooked. The clam chowder was also good (not too salty), but probably not something I would repeat, just because it wasn't standout.The bar is very cute and intimate. There space is mostly up of bar seating with a few small tables against the walls. We didn't try the cocktails this visit, but the menu was a fun list of Japanese-inspired drinks.We found out that behind the bar, there is a speakeasy-style one Michelin Star Japanese restaurant and separate lounge. Throughout the evening, folks for the Japanese restaurant and lounge quietly streamed in and out.This will definitely be a new regular spot for us.
Short Summary:Positive: tasty burgers, pretty interiorNegative: terrible service, very low lighting (hard to read menu), do not ask for how the meat should be cooked,Long explanation:Hall was on our must try list for quite some time so we finally checked it out a few days ago. Unfortunately, the experience was pretty underwhelming due to the service.We were the only customers and sat at the bar. The bartender did not even try to make us feel welcome at all and pretty much ignored us after we’ve ordered. We first thought he had a bad day, but when other staff passed him he cheered up and was a different person as long as they were around.We did not feel welcome at all. In a place where you pay over $20 for a cocktail, we expected good service - especially at the bar.The food was good (we had the classic burgers) even though they do not ask how you want the meat cooked. My boyfriend’s meat was cooked medium and mine was medium-well done (and I prefer medium rare).There are great places to get burgers in the area, so we won’t be back to Hall.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
Best burger in nyc at a great price. The bartender is a cool guy. The atmosphere is dark and moody. Love this place too much.
Great bartenders and staff. The wagu burgers are the best!revisiting my review after a few years: different bartender, same great food and vibe.
Restaurantji Recommends
One of those places you want to gatekeep but if you’re here reading my reviews: you’re welcome. go here and eat a burger. You won’t be disappointed.
Honestly stumbled upon this spot via a Google map search, since we were in the area and I had a deep craving for a burger. We walked pass it twice, because the sign on the door said "Odo" (but there was a board, leaning against the wall that said 'Hall') and we later learned that there's a speakeasy Japanese sushi counter in the back -- Hall is the bar in the front, and we watched as countless people came in, looking for a meal at the Gallery (next door). To say that this spot thrives on confusing people, lol, would be an understatement, but the Hall signature burger? Wow. It was incredible. I loved that it's a small, cozy spot and that they do limit the # of people in that area. Drinks-wise, we just did whisky on the rocks (so good) and ended up chatting quite a bit with the bartender. The next time I'm craving an amazing burger, I'm coming here!
Burger is better than GT.
I've been coming to HALL For years and never got around to make a review until now. If you walk down the block too quick, you'll easily miss Hall's entrance, but that shouldn't take away from how beautiful the location is. Only downside to HALL is the limited seats. Onto the drinks. I ordered the train to Bhutan cocktail and it was tasty with a salt rim. The cocktails at HALL are always a hit and a huge variety of flavors and alcohol options. Food up next. We ordered karage, Cowboy (bbq brisket) burger, and the HALL signature burger. The karage pieces were bigger than expected and mainly meat pieces as opposed to fried breading. Both burgers were accompanied with fries and each were delicious and different. Hall burger was a double patty cheeseburger and Cowboy burger was BBQ flavored brisket with a patty. Definitely a great spot if you're looking for good vibes, good food, and not breaking the bank. Also shout-out the bartender, always in a good mood and taking care of everyone
A gem! Found this tiny bar after going to Photographiska museum and this place is amazing. Small, cozy, great drinks and if you’re hungry you can also try to get a table on the Japanese restaurant that is exactly at the same place.