Hekate Café & Elixir Lounge

This place is amazing. My wife and I loved it. Before our trip, I specifically looked up non-alcoholic cocktails and was delighted to find out Hekate existed. I recommend just telling the bartender a flavor you’re in the mood for and let them do their magic. We’ll definitely visit again when we’re back in the city.

I really enjoyed my drink and the vibe. As you can see from the menu there are lots of great options (no guarantee what I posted will be there when you go!). Will definitely be going back. If you like tarot you can get a reading done, I went on Sunday and there was someone there giving readings.

This is a great ‘bar’ with interesting non-alcoholic options. One thing I really liked is that the drinks are not too sweet. Their mocktails are made with speciality alternative products which taste surprisingly good. It’s a unique spot for those looking to socialize but not drink.

Ankita Upadhyay

I love this place! Great place to go to if you’re looking for fun, magic, and are sober curious! The drinks are all so creative and prepared with care and effort. The bartenders are always nice and welcoming as well. I also appreciate the spiritual, witchy trinkets in the background that add to the overall atmosphere. I got the Empress which tasted amazing but I also really liked the Healer which has lavender and a subtle thyme taste. There is also a tarot reader who’s readings are fairly priced (you pay on a sliding scale). I’ve been to a lot of bars in the city but this by far was one of the best despite serving non alcoholic drinks!

Dacia P

Julia was such a sweet bartender and the drink I ordered was delicious, would recommend to anyone looking for a nice drink that isn't heavy with alcohol. I ordered the sweet and sour rosie and its the perfect light and refreshing drink for the weather. The cafe has a nice chill vibe and cute decorations, it was a super nice place to relax, draw, and get away from the summer heat and noise. Can't wait to try another drink one of these days!

Olivia Sonell

This was an absolutely phenomenal experience. We went on a Monday evening to celebrate my birthday, and as a Queer Muslim it was super cool to have a queer friendly sober bar to go to. I tried a Spicy Margherita and a custom cocktail that Elliot the bartender whipped up with the prompt, Gay Space. Both were excellent. My wife got a gorgeous purple cocktail, and a whiskey neat. And I sat at the bar and discussed Marxism-Leninism with another patron. Absolutely outstanding. And best part? No Alcohol at All.

Dylan Cali

Great experience. The old-fashioned was spot on, and appreciated they had pint glasses for the non-alcoholic Guinness. Looking forward to trying other concoctions on the menu.

BackpackingAndy

This is a great ‘bar’ with interesting non-alcoholic options. One thing I really liked is that the drinks are not too sweet. Their mocktails are made with speciality alternative products which taste surprisingly good. It’s a unique spot for those looking to socialize but not drink.

Caitlin Castelaz

Me and quite a lot of my friends reside at varying degrees of sober or trying-to-be-sober. But we are also mere humans, which means we like a pretty drink and a third space. Hekate has pretty (and tasty) drinks, including an ever-evolving menu of custom cocktails and ready-to-drink offerings by the can. They also have a moodily lit little space where you can confer with pals and plot your comeback, which is precisely when you most need your wits about you. Great selection. When in doubt, ask the bartenders. They know all.

Taylor S

I had such a great time visiting Hekate for the first time! Being sober, I was thrilled to find a place (the only place in the US!) that fosters a bar environment without alcohol. I had the Summer Spritz - tasty and refreshing in this heat. The locals and the lovely mixologist, Nettie, were so welcoming. Will be visiting again before I leave the area.

Chris Blount

This place is amazing. My wife and I loved it. Before our trip, I specifically looked up non-alcoholic cocktails and was delighted to find out Hekate existed. I recommend just telling the bartender a flavor you’re in the mood for and let them do their magic. We’ll definitely visit again when we’re back in the city.

Rachel B

I really enjoyed my drink and the vibe. As you can see from the menu there are lots of great options (no guarantee what I posted will be there when you go!). Will definitely be going back. If you like tarot you can get a reading done, I went on Sunday and there was someone there giving readings.

Boots McGuire

This bar is INCREDIBLE. The vibes, the beverages and the staff - everything about this fine establishment is perfect. It is everything a visiting goth could dream of when hunting for an oasis that feels like home. Booze is all fine and good but honestly the complexity and layers of these drinks are absolutely just as good as any cocktail you'd find at any bar (and often just objectively better!) All the fun of a unique and inclusive bar without the regrets and liver damage! If I were local I would basically live here. They have a couple of cafe tables for outside too when it's nice outside!

Naawar Noshin

I went there with one of my friend and we met the sweetest person who was serving us the drinks. I believe her name was Julia and she was great! We learned a lot about the drinks and how they are made and how the place is different from regular bars. And, the drinks were so good! Their syrups are house made and each drinks has a unique taste to it. And the most important part is there’s no Alcohol used in the drinks. We went during the game night which is on Tuesdays where that had lots of options starting from Chess and to many hands on games. And if you able to finish them, you get prizes. Highly recommend the place.

Erin Locascio

This may be my new favorite hangout spot. If you like a witchy vibe this is for you. Great no alcohol bar and cafe and the coffee is incredible. Had the TBF and it was so light, tart and not too sweet. My friends and I all got a round of the cafe mocha Mexicana, which is part Mexican hot chocolate, part mocha latte with cayenne on the top. It was delicious and not too heavy. Atmosphere was great and had such a cool community energy. Can’t wait to come back!

I absolutely LOVED Hekate! I came as a solo traveler from Boston and this was the most welcoming spot I found in the city. The bartender was so sweet and funny and the drinks were amazing. I plan to make this a stop each time I visit NYC!

What a total delight. Every elixir, the mulled wine, every shrub (especially the sparkplug,) every tea (especially the Persephone,) was delicious. A true gem when you want a lovely bev and you don’t want booze!

My boyfriend and I came here while we were waiting for Enchantments to open, and we had a wonderful time. He got the mango cherry iced tea and I got the Feel Good tea, and both were absolutely delicious. We loved both the tea and the vibe of the place! We will definitely be back. 😁

This is one of my favorite places in New York and honestly one of the coolest establishments I've ever been to. It's such an incredible spot. They specialize in non-alcoholic craft cocktails and they do them exceptionally well. I read someone else's review regarding this and agree 100%. I had no idea a virgin old fashioned was possible, and have been told for years by almost every bartender I've asked that it doesn't exist and there's no way to physically make one properly. Needless to say, they were 100% wrong. The non-alcoholic old fashioned at Hekate is one of the most incredible milestones and monumental achievements in the bartenders/culinary world, and is one of the most perfect and pure representations on how to nail a booze free version of one of the most beloved old school cocktails, and do it in a way where it retains nearly all the flavor profile and DNA as the real thing to where it's on par or even better then most real old fashionds I've had. I was blown away by this and was extremely impressed. Also, Hekate can customize it into different varients. I asked for a campfire version and they were able to add maple syrup, cinnamon, and other nuances associated with that style and it was divine. Oh, and they can smoke it too. Yes...a non-alcoholic smoked campfire old fashioned. Its absolutely phenomenal. The staff here are so kind and humble and are so outgoing and bend over backwards to go the extra mile to ensure you have an enjoyable experience and leave happy. Eliott (I believe he is the head bartender) is one of the most down to Earth individuals and is very passionate about what he does and puts his heart and soul into the craft drinks he makes. He is very knowledgeable about non alcoholic spirits and different herbs, spices, and flavors that are used in the mocktail scene. All of the employees who work at Hekate are amazing. Every single one is so kind, enthusiastic, passionate and enjoys what they do. They are so welcoming and kind to the customers here and it's such a relaxed place. Hekate has a fun witchy theme which makes it unique and puts a spin on the conventional bar by adding depth and immersion. Just overall a fantastic spot and I wish more people knew about it. It deserves so much more attention and recognition. Hekate is pioneering the future of the acohol free and sober lifestyle and it's awesome. I wish them much success in the future and to the owner and all the fine staff, you guys are awesome. *I rated the food category based off the non-alcoholic cocktails I tried*

This is THE coolest spot. I don’t drink alcohol anymore so it was wonderful to find a bar atmosphere, open in the evening, without the alcohol. The kava drinks were lovely, and I especially appreciated Elliott’s service. He was fun and good-natured. Not to mention…as I was leaving, I definitely felt the presence of Hekate herself. Just a glimmer 😉 I can’t wait to come back!

Matthew Caspi

This is one of my favorite places in New York and honestly one of the coolest establishments I've ever been to. It's such an incredible spot. They specialize in non-alcoholic craft cocktails and they do them exceptionally well. I read someone else's review regarding this and agree 100%. I had no idea a virgin old fashioned was possible, and have been told for years by almost every bartender I've asked that it doesn't exist and there's no way to physically make one properly. Needless to say, they were 100% wrong. The non-alcoholic old fashioned at Hekate is one of the most incredible milestones and monumental achievements in the bartenders/culinary world, and is one of the most perfect and pure representations on how to nail a booze free version of one of the most beloved old school cocktails, and do it in a way where it retains nearly all the flavor profile and DNA as the real thing to where it's on par or even better then most real old fashionds I've had. I was blown away by this and was extremely impressed. Also, Hekate can customize it into different varients. I asked for a campfire version and they were able to add maple syrup, cinnamon, and other nuances associated with that style and it was divine. Oh, and they can smoke it too. Yes...a non-alcoholic smoked campfire old fashioned. Its absolutely phenomenal. The staff here are so kind and humble and are so outgoing and bend over backwards to go the extra mile to ensure you have an enjoyable experience and leave happy. Eliott (I believe he is the head bartender) is one of the most down to Earth individuals and is very passionate about what he does and puts his heart and soul into the craft drinks he makes. He is very knowledgeable about non alcoholic spirits and different herbs, spices, and flavors that are used in the mocktail scene. All of the employees who work at Hekate are amazing. Every single one is so kind, enthusiastic, passionate and enjoys what they do. They are so welcoming and kind to the customers here and it's such a relaxed place. Hekate has a fun witchy theme which makes it unique and puts a spin on the conventional bar by adding depth and immersion. Just overall a fantastic spot and I wish more people knew about it. It deserves so much more attention and recognition. Hekate is pioneering the future of the acohol free and sober lifestyle and it's awesome. I wish them much success in the future and to the owner and all the fine staff, you guys are awesome. *I rated the food category based off the non-alcoholic cocktails I tried*

Miriam Arkin

What a total delight. Every elixir, the mulled wine, every shrub (especially the sparkplug,) every tea (especially the Persephone,) was delicious. A true gem when you want a lovely bev and you don’t want booze!

Jessica M

I absolutely LOVED Hekate! I came as a solo traveler from Boston and this was the most welcoming spot I found in the city. The bartender was so sweet and funny and the drinks were amazing. I plan to make this a stop each time I visit NYC!

Priya Manivannan

This is THE coolest spot. I don’t drink alcohol anymore so it was wonderful to find a bar atmosphere, open in the evening, without the alcohol. The kava drinks were lovely, and I especially appreciated Elliott’s service. He was fun and good-natured. Not to mention…as I was leaving, I definitely felt the presence of Hekate herself. Just a glimmer 😉 I can’t wait to come back!

Ilyssa Silfen

My boyfriend and I came here while we were waiting for Enchantments to open, and we had a wonderful time. He got the mango cherry iced tea and I got the Feel Good tea, and both were absolutely delicious. We loved both the tea and the vibe of the place! We will definitely be back. 😁

Al Bako

Such a joy to discover this place! Great variety of spirit-forward, fruity, and dry NA cocktails to suit everyone’s taste. Kava and CBD is on tap if you want a buzz. The bartender went above and beyond and even brought our drinks outside to our table. The decor was whimsical and witchy, with an in-house tarot reader. And on Tuesdays, they have game + puzzle nights. The air was heavy with incense, so look out if you’re sensitive to that. But overall, we had an exquisite experience here!

kalola pakelika

Loved Hecate a slightly dark and mysterious and totally inviting non-alcoholic bar in the East Village! I strolled in on a Wednesday evening looking to unwind and it did not disappoint. Elliott mixed for me as per my request a spicy margarita concoction! It was perfect. I sat outside and sipped and enjoyed watch the world go by! I’m looking forward to returning with friends and claiming the great table inside by the window. Although I must say bellying up to the old school wooden bar has it’s charms! Hecate! You will love it and the wonderful community inside.

Had an excellent first visit to Hekate! The Healer was wonderful an easy sipper and leaning a little sweet. The jalapeño marg was a bit unbalanced leaning overly acidic after the first few sips. I know they call themselves a dive bar but I think some of the decor pieces may be preventing from that aesthetic from coming to fruition. The large cabinet of curiosities is amazing but deprives the space of seating and standing room which I typically associate with the dive energy. Overall, a great start and a wonderful place to begin the night or bring those who don’t love being in alcohol fueled environments! Way to go! I look forward to returning!

Catherine Introcaso

Had an excellent first visit to Hekate! The Healer was wonderful an easy sipper and leaning a little sweet. The jalapeño marg was a bit unbalanced leaning overly acidic after the first few sips. I know they call themselves a dive bar but I think some of the decor pieces may be preventing from that aesthetic from coming to fruition. The large cabinet of curiosities is amazing but deprives the space of seating and standing room which I typically associate with the dive energy. Overall, a great start and a wonderful place to begin the night or bring those who don’t love being in alcohol fueled environments! Way to go! I look forward to returning!

If you are alcohol free visit the spirit away store, skip here!! The drinks messed up me and my fiance stomach, the bartender made us feel very uncomfortable we would never go back. Plus very weird tasting drinks .. it’s just no