Short Stories

355 Bowery, New York
(646) 869-0091

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Dillon

Great HH, wonderful snacks and friendly staff. The hours of operation seem to still be playing out but when you catch them open, it’s a real treat!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Emily Murphy

I enjoyed grabbing a drink here years ago but went recently and had the worst bar experience during my 7 years of living in NYC. We were greeted by a man who opened the door for us and asked our age-- we assumed he worked there/was going to ask for our ID. It turns out he was a patron and friendly with the bar staff but was not currently working/on the clock. The bar staff let him joke around behind the bar which I find extremely unsafe as I would not want someone making my drink who is not working there. Unfortunately another man spilled 2 drinks on my friend and myself, which is at not fault to the bar staff. The man then went to touch me to help dry me off and I asked him to please not touch me and move away so we could cleanup. Later however, the bar tender came over and accused me of harassing other patrons and pointed to the same man who had spilled the drinks. Do NOT come to this bar especially if you are a woman as you don't know who is making your drink and it is clear that the bar staff do not have a handle on the crowds and/or patrons' safety and experience.

Morgan Alexandra

Unfortunately had a bad experience at this bar. Bartenders were rude and drinks are way overpriced. If you want a mid old fashioned for $25 and a TINY portion and no say in the gratuity (since it’s already included), then this is the place for you!

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 1

Brandon Nash

Terribly run and try to financially exploit customers. Never coming back

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Blake Rasmussen

A great little cocktail bar that seemed to have a pretty good food menu. I’m definitely going to flag this place and come back fr brunch and dinner maybe. The breakfast menu in particular looked good. The drinks were good! $11 for a martini is a great price and while it might not blow you away it was the best couple of martinis we’ve had in the city for $12 or less!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Morgan Oliveira

Came here with a few girlfriends after the original place we had intended to go turned out to be way too loud and overcrowded. The bar tender was incredibly nice and attentive, the atmosphere was chill, drinks and apps were delicious and reasonably priced. We would definitely go back. 👌

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Pablo Solio

Chef Raph is the BOMB!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Beef Burger, Fried Burrata

Diamond Rivera

Place was such a great vibe ! Great music and some great quick bites! Jonathan a wonderful bartender is very quick and attentive the drinks were so on point ! I will definitely be going back !

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Deepa Bhatt

Jay was the best bartender ever. He was so kind and sweet and had a great time with my sisters bachelorette party! I will definitly be coming here again when I visit NYC!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Christina

10/10 $11 happy hour extra dirty gin martini ?

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Avery Jackson

John H and John G run a dope ass spot!! The food the ambiance the service the cocktails!! All elite!! Shout out to the hostess joy who took good care of us all night!! Shout out to short stories!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Marcin Rak

Came here for the first time this past weekend and wasn't disappointed. Excellent vibes and even better service. Johnathan our bar tender made some amazing Margaritas and really awesome to chat with. Top notch espresso martinis! To make a short story short! I'd def be back for the music the vibes and the delicious cocktails

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Jacob Gonzalez

Went this past weekend during happy hour. Absolutely amazing service, amazing food, and drinks were everything I wanted them to be. I tried the "Fried Burrata" absolutely delicious, snacking texture nice crisp not too hard no soggy/greasy tastes and textures.
Tried the margarita and the espresso tini. Both were crafted with care and precision, leaving a fine taste and a great feeling!
Shout out to Jonathon!! Best bartender around!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fried Burrata

Kaytiana Cisneros

I've recently stumbled upon this gem of a place and have not stop going since. The staff make you feel welcomed and at home. The drinks don't disappoint and the vibes are fun.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Yvonne Arroyo

I went here with my daughter &
Sister and instantly felt in love with the place. The aura, the vibe the atmosphere made you feel as if you knew everyone in there. It’s been a very long time since I’ve had a girls night and short stories was the best place to have got to. The bartender Johnathan was the absolute best. Drinks were so good and he was very tentative to our needs. I will definitely visit again. Jonathan be ready!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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