The Back Room

102 Norfolk St, New York
(212) 228-5098

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Jonathan

A DEER ATE MY HEAD

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Vibeke Isachsen

Great ambiance and drinks

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Ramiro Lopez

good place!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Azarnoush Nazari

Very cool experience. Drinks are expensive

Kaitlyn San Martin

My boyfriend and I tried going on the weeknd. They said it is 25+ on the weekend and 21+ during the week. This is such a weird rule so something to keep in mind for sure bc we didn’t know.

Albert K

What a fun hidden spot all the way in the back of an alley. Feels like an authentic hidden speakeasy experience with cocktails and tea cups.

Enjoyed the bottle whiskey service and mixers.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Alice Houiller

Fun to find, atmosphere was ok, but the service was really terrible - the bar staff was really condescending and made out like they didn't understand our soft drink order (which was on the menu - and we're both just native English speakers), and then they overcharged us for drinks and added on a huge tip without us realising. We just felt quite out of place even though we were dressed appropriately etc. If you go, go just for the one-time atmosphere of finding the place, but unfortunately don't expect nice service with the staff

Atmosphere: 2

Service: 1

Tavishi Priyam

Lovely speakeasy. Can get a bit packed on the weekends.

Caroline Lewis

I love coming here for swing dancing and live jazz!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Marcus Moreira

We were sitting on our table, since 7.30 pm, at 9.30 out of nowhere they said our jackets couldnt be on the couch that we were sitting on our table (?) And asked us to check them or leave because people would want to sit there, but how would they want to sit on a couch that we are using (we were in 6ppl) on our table ??
Made no sense at all, and they came twice complaining to us, so we asked for the bill and left.
We would gladly stay at the bar, but after that we just decided to go to another one. Ps the bill was already at 300 dollars, so they lost clients that were wanting to spend.
Would not recommend this bar.

Michelle Saunders

Great venue with atmosphere. Very unimpressed with the grumpy doorman. I am 63 years old and when going through the door he barked at me: “ID!” without even waiting to see that I was way over 21. Then he barked at my son saying “you can’t bring food in here”. My son was carrying a bag but it did NOT contain food. A simple question as to whether or not the bag contained food would have been sufficient. My daughter had a water bottle and was told in an officious manner that it wasn’t allowed. She drank the water on the spot and the threw the empty bottle away. He put a dampener on our first time visit. I understand that there are rules but such presumption was not necessary. A little New York hospitality and politeness would have gone a long way. His dictatorial manner did your good establishment a disservice. Visit date Jan 2, 2026.

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 4

Z z

This bar is somewhat difficult to locate, as it requires going down a staircase, but the effort is well worth it. The cocktails are excellent, both in flavor and craftsmanship. What makes the experience particularly intriguing is the bar’s nod to the Prohibition era: all drinks are served in coffee cups, a clever and playful continuation of that tradition. We sampled several classic cocktails, and each one was superbly executed.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Franchesca Brianna De Guzman

We had one of the most memorable nights out in New York here. The place is hidden, giving it a true speakeasy vibe. There are guards outside, which made us feel safe.

Inside, the space has an old European, vintage feel that we absolutely loved. The atmosphere is great—you can easily just talk, chill, or dance depending on your mood. The cocktails were served in cute mugs, but don’t be fooled—they’re strong.

Highly recommended for a fun and unforgettable night out!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mika Kikuchi

There appears to be a predator at this establishment, and female patrons need to be cautious. A man who was clearly targeting women came over and sat at our table without invitation, pressured us to have a second drink, and made us feel unsafe.

The bartender and security staff seemed to be aware that he is a known predator, and I strongly believe he should not be allowed into the venue.

Fortunately, we were with a male friend who intervened and protected us, so the situation did not escalate further. However, without his presence, the outcome could have been very different. Overall, the environment felt unsafe, and I left with serious concerns about the establishment’s security.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Neela Baker

Super cool speakeasy atmosphere with a beautiful interior. This place is definitely worth trying to get reservations at because it is often crowded. Drinks are good and served in tea cups

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

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