Super food, super wines, super welcome. Great place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
ISABEL ALEJANDRA CRISÓSTOMO ARANDA
A true gem in East Harlem! The place is small and absolutely charming. Every little detail is carefully thought out to make the experience feel special. Today we were served by Miguel, who was amazing! The cocktails were incredible — honestly some of the best I’ve ever had. Miguel knows his craft, truly an artist behind the bar. The food menu has something for everyone, and everything was delicious. Definitely one of our favorite spots for date nights!
Mark Broomer
Quiet atmosphere. Best drinks, cool crowd, great for late or early drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Frederick Wright
Tiny but gorgeous spot with a wildly creative cocktail bar, friendly and approachable staff, and surprisingly interesting food menu to accompany your drinks. I was looking for the perfect spot to replace my go-to 67 Orange Street which had unfortunately closed. And I found it. I would probably go here every night if I lived in the neighborhood, dining on flawless oysters and rillettes, and quaffing cocktails that taste more like elixirs than just alcohol. Acoustics are controlled which permits easy conversation and lighting is subdued and romantic but you can still read the menu. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Mookie
This place has an out of world charm. Really cool like 1940's big money appeal. My gf and I really enjoyed this place the recommendations were spectacular. Check out the pictures below, check it out for yourself.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gee C
Lovely cocktail bar in east harlem. Sometimes I'm hesitant to try cocktails at bars that have a lot of bitters, etc as they seem to be over engineered. However, the cocktail I had at Perch was so delicious. Well made, beautifully designed. The bar is super cute and perfect for a casual date night. Bar seating only!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
RT27
I had high hopes for this place, but unfortunately, it fell short. The wine was actually quite good, which makes it even more frustrating that it took 10 minutes just to get a second pour. The food was underwhelming—nothing to write home about—and definitely didn’t make up for the poor service.
While the bartenders were friendly enough, they were simply not attentive. It took far too long to get anyone’s attention for anything, and the wait for basic service really soured the experience.
Overall, very disappointing. Not sure I’d return, especially with so many better options out there 😞.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 1
Akibo Watson
If you’re passing by, welcome to one of the most unsuspecting gems of the upper east side. Quaint and humble, Perch sits just around the corner, begging the suspicious explorer to dive deeper into their curiosity. You will find a quiet oasis upon entry, one where the service is personal and the guests are interesting. If you are reading this and closeby, you have one of found the most interesting spaces in this diverse town. Take your best date or bring a friend, you wont be disappointed!
Jennifer Zeni
A small and intimate place where to drink delicious cocktails. It's so great to have such an amazing bar in the neighborhood.
Scott Riedman
Amazing food and cocktails in a gorgeous space. Went early for happy hour and easily snagged seats right away. Cocktails are interesting, well crafted, and boozy. The food was dynamite - get the longaniza croquettes!! Can’t wait to go back
Fun and inventive cocktail bar in the heart of east Harlem
Elli Cherry
🍸✨ A Vibe You’ll Want to Live In — Perch Is a Whole Mood If you’re looking for just another bar — keep walking. But if you're after handcrafted cocktails, seductive ambiance, and that feeling of being exactly where you're meant to be… Perch is the spot.
The mixology here is next level. Every drink is a work of art — both in flavor and presentation. I ordered the Old Fashioned, and it was pure magic. Bold, balanced, and totally Instagram-worthy.
The vibe? Effortlessly cool. Dim lights, smooth beats, and just the right touch of downtown edge. Whether you’re on a date, out with friends, or flying solo — it somehow always feels personal.
Staff are sharp, stylish, and know their craft. They don’t just serve drinks — they elevate your whole night.
Perch isn’t just a bar. It’s a destination. One of those rare places you discover and immediately want to gatekeep… but can’t help telling everyone about.
Super food, super wines, super welcome. Great place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A true gem in East Harlem! The place is small and absolutely charming. Every little detail is carefully thought out to make the experience feel special.
Today we were served by Miguel, who was amazing! The cocktails were incredible — honestly some of the best I’ve ever had. Miguel knows his craft, truly an artist behind the bar.
The food menu has something for everyone, and everything was delicious. Definitely one of our favorite spots for date nights!
Quiet atmosphere. Best drinks, cool crowd, great for late or early drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tiny but gorgeous spot with a wildly creative cocktail bar, friendly and approachable staff, and surprisingly interesting food menu to accompany your drinks. I was looking for the perfect spot to replace my go-to 67 Orange Street which had unfortunately closed. And I found it. I would probably go here every night if I lived in the neighborhood, dining on flawless oysters and rillettes, and quaffing cocktails that taste more like elixirs than just alcohol. Acoustics are controlled which permits easy conversation and lighting is subdued and romantic but you can still read the menu. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
This place has an out of world charm. Really cool like 1940's big money appeal. My gf and I really enjoyed this place the recommendations were spectacular. Check out the pictures below, check it out for yourself.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lovely cocktail bar in east harlem. Sometimes I'm hesitant to try cocktails at bars that have a lot of bitters, etc as they seem to be over engineered. However, the cocktail I had at Perch was so delicious. Well made, beautifully designed. The bar is super cute and perfect for a casual date night. Bar seating only!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had high hopes for this place, but unfortunately, it fell short. The wine was actually quite good, which makes it even more frustrating that it took 10 minutes just to get a second pour. The food was underwhelming—nothing to write home about—and definitely didn’t make up for the poor service.
While the bartenders were friendly enough, they were simply not attentive. It took far too long to get anyone’s attention for anything, and the wait for basic service really soured the experience.
Overall, very disappointing. Not sure I’d return, especially with so many better options out there 😞.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 1
If you’re passing by, welcome to one of the most unsuspecting gems of the upper east side. Quaint and humble, Perch sits just around the corner, begging the suspicious explorer to dive deeper into their curiosity. You will find a quiet oasis upon entry, one where the service is personal and the guests are interesting. If you are reading this and closeby, you have one of found the most interesting spaces in this diverse town. Take your best date or bring a friend, you wont be disappointed!
A small and intimate place where to drink delicious cocktails. It's so great to have such an amazing bar in the neighborhood.
Amazing food and cocktails in a gorgeous space. Went early for happy hour and easily snagged seats right away. Cocktails are interesting, well crafted, and boozy. The food was dynamite - get the longaniza croquettes!! Can’t wait to go back
Restaurantji Recommends
No Diet Coke
Cute bar! Truly. Kind of expensive though
Is a must in NYC
Fun and inventive cocktail bar in the heart of east Harlem
🍸✨ A Vibe You’ll Want to Live In — Perch Is a Whole Mood
If you’re looking for just another bar — keep walking. But if you're after handcrafted cocktails, seductive ambiance, and that feeling of being exactly where you're meant to be… Perch is the spot.
The mixology here is next level. Every drink is a work of art — both in flavor and presentation. I ordered the Old Fashioned, and it was pure magic. Bold, balanced, and totally Instagram-worthy.
The vibe? Effortlessly cool. Dim lights, smooth beats, and just the right touch of downtown edge. Whether you’re on a date, out with friends, or flying solo — it somehow always feels personal.
Staff are sharp, stylish, and know their craft. They don’t just serve drinks — they elevate your whole night.
Perch isn’t just a bar. It’s a destination. One of those rare places you discover and immediately want to gatekeep… but can’t help telling everyone about.
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