Food was straight up amazing. You can tell they actually care about quality. Great spot to eat, relax, and enjoy some seriously good food. Ridwan and agnes good excellent serviced

The establishment was clean, cozy and not loud, save for a few rude guests behind us who were taking a business call during dinner... Our server was polite, and came by often to refill waters and ask how we were doing. The food: Salt and Pepper Squid - 3/5 - Tender and crispy the shrimp could have been great, but I felt like it was under salted and could have even used additional spices like white pepper or some of that pink peppercorn in such a dish. Tangy Glazed Shrimp - 4/5 - nicely sweet and sour, this Shrimp came in a good portion and had a nice bite to it too. It came on a bed of these jelly noodles, which seemed unnecessary, and were too slippery and too tender, slipping out of our chopsticks or breaking. It did carry the orange flavored sauce decently well though. Black truffle steak cubes - 5/5 - Great dish, you can taste the black truffle and onion sauce, the steak was tender enough for me, although could have been a bit more tenderized somehow. It came with mushrooms and snap peas that were great in breaking up the flavor and texture. Crispy fried chicken - 5/5 - another great dish, the skin was flavorful and crispy, and the meat tender. Not much more to say other than the chef did a great job with the prep and plating, no bones in the meat and pre sliced akin to Peking Duck. Sesame ice cream - 5/5 - simple tasty refreshing. If you like sesame you'll love this. Fried milk custard - 5/5 - served with some sticky condensed milk, this blew my mind. Crispy on the outside but with the texture of flan or custard inside. I don't know how they did it but the condensed milk added the perfect sweetness I will think about this dessert for a long time to come.

Came here with a friend for lunch and had a wonderful experience. The restaurant has a cozy, homely vibe (at least to me)—clean, comfortable, and welcoming. We sat by the window, which gave us a great spot to enjoy both the food and some quiet, natural light. We ordered the double-cooked pork belly, which was rich, savory, and had just the right touch of heat—paired beautifully with nutty purple rice. The cucumber salad with garlic gravy was one of those deceptively simple dishes where less truly means more: crisp, refreshing, and appetite-opening. We also tried the jellyfish salad. It was light, delicately seasoned, with that perfect chewy texture that makes it such a satisfying cold dish. The service was incredibly friendly and courteous. We were even treated to lychee ice cream on the house, which was a lovely surprise! I ordered the tea-smoked duck fried rice to go, and the waiter thoughtfully came back to confirm whether I wanted the regular portion or the lunch special (which I did)! A small gesture that showed real attention to detail! I truly appreciate this level of care and hospitality. Great food and great service! I’ll definitely be back!

I noticed a $14 lunch special that was too good to ignore. A main dish, white rice, two mini egg rolls and a side of pickled cucumbers—what a fantastic deal for NYC. That sign is what pulled me into Twilight Lounge, a newly opened Sichuan and Cantonese restaurant in the East Village that’s already showing serious promise. For the lunch special, I ordered the Kung Pao Chicken, which came with white or purple rice, egg rolls and pickled cucumbers. The chicken was tender with just the right amount of wok-seared edges, tossed in a glossy sauce that struck a nice balance between sweet, savory, and just a hint of spice. Crunchy peanuts gave it texture as well as the egg rolls w plum sauce and the cool, vinegary cucumbers on the side refreshed the palate between bites. For $14 in Manhattan? A steal. I came with family and we ordered a few dishes off the regular menu to share. The Spicy Cumin Lamb was a standout. Sliced thin and stir-fried with whole dried chilies and cumin seeds, the dish had a smoky, earthy depth that lingered in a good way. It packed some heat, but it was the kind that builds slowly—warming, not overwhelming. The real surprise for me was the dry-style Sichuan Beef Noodle. I usually expect something heavier or soup-based, but this version came tossed in a savory, umami-rich sauce that clung beautifully to the chewy noodles. The marinated beef slices were flavorful and tender, and the overall dish felt comforting yet bold. It’s the kind of meal you could crave on a rainy day—or after a long one. The Twilight Fried Rice also deserves mention. Unlike typical fried rice dishes, this version arrived with a crispy bottom layer—almost like a socarrat from paella—adding a delightful crunch to each spoonful. It was savory, aromatic, and loaded with bits of egg, scallions, and diced vegetables. It's a clever and satisfying twist on a classic that I didn’t expect to love as much as I did. We also tried dishes like the beef pancake roll, which was like a scallion pancake rolled around savory beef slices, the wife and husband sliced beef in chili oil, spicy shrimp, and the spicy fried fish filet, both of which leaned on the hotter side, so be warned if you’re spicy –sensitive (or tell them to adjust the spice level). I found the lotus root stir-fry refreshing and light, with its mix of squash, wood ear mushrooms and lotus root slices. And a special shoutout to Jonathan, who took care of our table with warmth, efficiency, and always with a smile. Twilight Lounge an East Village gem that brings the heat, flavor, and hospitality. Definitely one to watch.

So happy this place opened up. We love Sichuan-style dishes but don’t always feel like waiting for a table to open up at some of the bigger places up at St. Marks. Great food, we got the crispy sichuan chicken, cumin lamb and the green beans. Authentic, great flavor with a good spice level. They serve beer/ wine too. Love the vibes, I plan to visit again with friends and family. The owner JC was friendly too.

This was one of the best Chinese food spots I have been to in a long time! Everything was so good. The beef pancake (perfectly juicy meat and the outside was crispy) and duck fried rice were especially memorable to me. Highly, highly recommend this place to anyone!

Angie Cooke

Excellent service. shout out to my girl janice for taking such good care of my group!! will be back!!

Shaun Morey

I just hosted my partner's birthday here last night and it was one of the best experiences I've had thanks to the staff. I just saw a poor review of this location when it came to them hosting parties of 20+ but my experience was nothing farther from poor. I was fortunate enough to not have to look at the reviews of this place before booking because the multiple times I have been here - the staff was so great and the drinks were even better. Booking was so simple and clear, I did it a few months before (a little overkill but i had a december event so I wanted to play it safe,) and got exactly what I needed, shoutout Shanna. I didn't need to confirm or feel nervous about them forgetting because when i walked in 15 minutes before the time I booked, they were expecting me! The bartender assigned to my section and the red room (i think) was on top of us. He knew who was in our party of 30 folks and attended to them amazingly, even on the busy night. I called him Chase because I think that was his name, if it wasn't, omg i'm so sorry. Manager was really great and super cool and also very attentive. Also important to note that a lot of folks who came were really impressed by the bar because it's a really cool spot. All-in-all; if you're looking to host a smaller party 10-30, try this place. If you just want a really good drink and a nice vibe, DEFFFF try this place.

nancy soto

Attended a birthday party here and could not have been happier. The staff was absolutely amazing and extremely attentive. The drinks were tasty and delicious. The atmosphere has a cool and cozy vibe. This is a great local spot or if you feel like venturing further east don’t pass this one by!

Ian Thin

If you're looking for a fun night out, this place is a gem! The cocktails are amazing, and the atmosphere is just gorgeous. You have to try the Party Lobster and Goldmask—they're so creative, perfectly balanced, and just a blast to drink. The service was super friendly and provided awesome pairing suggestions. It's a great spot for a cozy date or a lively night with friends!

Mel Rodriguez

this spot is so cute! the food is really good and i always appreciate a mocktail menu. definitely a place to go back to

Mia Scara

We rented the red room and all of the waiters/bartenders were so kind and attentive, especially Paige!!!! Everyone had a great time and loved the drinks and food. (Get the French fries lol)

Laney McGrew

One of my favourite cocktail bars in the east village. Super creative and delicious drinks that you won’t find elsewhere. The atmosphere is cozy yet spacious, you could easily spend hours tucked into a booth laughing and drinking all night. Cocktails are a bit pricier than other spots but absolutely worth it.

Zachary Zhu

Actually one of my favorite bars that I’ve been to in a while in New York - it feels like the perfect blend of a cocktail bar and bar for meeting people. It’s got energy but you’re still able to have a conversation with friends. We got a couple of their cocktails which were super good. Whoever was in charge of their music also did a terrific job that night!

Junho Chang

I can’t say enough good things about this place! The cocktails were absolutely fantastic—creative, perfectly balanced, and served with such attention to detail. The food was just as impressive, with fresh, flavorful dishes that complemented the drinks perfectly. The service really made the experience even better. The staff was friendly, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they do. Our server gave excellent recommendations and made sure we were well taken care of throughout the night. This is definitely my new go-to spot for a fun evening out. Whether you're there for drinks, food, or both, you won’t be disappointed!

Santos Shetty

Love Love the Vibe. A very fun place with really decent cocktails. Full marks for late night party with good spirits and in good spirit. Love the offerings

Andi Burrows

ABSOLUTELY LIVID that I waited this long to attend a “Paradise Prime” event at Mister Paradise. This bar was already high on my list of favorites in the city, but their reoccurring classic steak house night was one of my favorite dining experiences I have had in NYC. A nostalgic and tasteful step back in time with the perfect 3 course OG prime rib dinner. The vibes were immaculate, the drinks were old favorites served in those beautifully cringey big martini glasses, and the team’s commitment to the bit is just absolute magic. Cannot wait for the next one.

JP Maes

A bit of random find during a short stay in NYC, as Mister Paradise was the only Financial Times-recommended cocktail bar open at a time that was convenient for me. What a find it has been! Connor at the bar could very quickly understand my tastes and produced some of the most amazing cocktails I have ever tasted! He is funny, attentive, cultured and definitely very well surrounded by the rest of the staff. There is no doubt that I will go back the next time in am in NYC! I am not rating the food because I didn't quite get to taste it.

Caroline with love

My bestie and I just bumped into this place. We figured to give it ac try. We were not disappointed. We got there by 11pm and we noticed that they were still serving food, yayyyyyyy! We ordered the riot punch and french fries which both were so delicious! We definitely recommend this place. It had a 1940-50's feel which i love as well. The bathrooms were clean and our waiter was sweet. We will definitely come back again.

+7

Came here for a late lunch and left with a pretty hefty bill. The place was clean and was pretty modern—service was decent as well. We ordered suan cai yu, which they used flounder as the fish. The fish was a bit flakey and didn’t taste amazing but the broth was good. It wasn’t too oily like some other places so that was a plus. We also had the crab roe tofu which was pretty good as my partner reallly liked it. And had the seasonal vegetable stir fry which was simple but delicious. For the price we paid after tax + tip I expected higher quality food but overall I’m not super mad about it because the portion sizes are good.

My completely unfounded hypothesis for how Twilight Lounge came to be is that the founders wanted to open an authentic Canto spot but after market researching (AKA talking to the locals), they learned that New Yorkers are crazy for Szechuan food, so they decided to tack that on--because Chinese people are nothing if not people pleasers. And thus this Cantonese-Szechuan menu was born. The above is based on an untrue story. Now on to the food. - Wood Ear Mushroom Salad: Refreshing and perfectly spicy - Lotus Root Stir-fry Medley: Because we all need fiber. Get this classic stir-fry to make your bathroom trips more fun. - Crab Roe Silken Tofu: Soft and tasty, better than I expected. - Wong Fei Hung Prawns: If you look at this name and the Jet Li theme song doesn't automatically play in your head, you're not Cantonese enough to appreciate this dish. But it's okay; this dish is so good, it would win over a vegan. It was easily the star of the show, everyone's favorite. The prawns were plump and juicy, and the peppercorns were crunchy and satisfying--all coming together in the perfect marriage of mouth-singing flavor. We picked this clean like buzzards circling a dead rodent. - Sichuan Braised Fish: Our first taste of their Szechuan offerings, and the verdict is....pass! This was spicy, umami and complex, loaded with mouth-tender fish and veggies, and as comforting and filling as similar offerings at Szechuan restaurants. - Tea Smoked Duck Fried Rice: Not much duck, smoke or tea flavor. Not much duck either. I'd skip this unless you really want to blow money on fried rice. Service was friendly and attentive, and decor was modern chic. Twilight Lounge has stiff competition from the borough, but it surprisingly holds its own--esp. if you're in this neck of the woods and craving umami.

Queeny Qiu

Super cute bar with lots of seating. Loved the ambiance of the bar with nice color schemes. The menu is small for food but great bar food available. Love the drinks menu, great cocktails to choose from

Deepnain Kaur

Mister Paradise is a hidden gem! This small but artistic spot is perfect for an intimate gathering with friends. We visited on a weekday evening and were impressed by the personable mixologist and servers who made us feel right at home. The cocktails were creative and expertly crafted, and the snacks were interesting and delicious. The ambience is eclectic and visually stunning, making for a unique and Instagram-worthy setting. If you're looking for a distinctive spot to catch up with friends or impress a date, Mister Paradise is a great choice. Be sure to check it out! 4/5 stars!

Katherine Chin

Brought a small group here early on a Saturday night. It was surprisingly not packed, super chill, and we actually got seats! It was a very pleasant evening and all the windows / doors were open. We ordered a round of drinks (something with vodka, something with an egg white, and something with beer and blueberry) and they were tasty but nothing stellar. Drinks averaged around $20/each, which is the going price around the area. The fries, however...we didn't even order them and I got serious shoestring fry envy. So much so that I grabbed my companion's hand and dragged him so he could see the fries. Unfortunately we had just eaten dinner. But next time is fry time.

Merissa Kochanski

We came for the burger but the cocktails and the waitress are what I’d come back for. Burger was a 6. Good meat good cheese and sauces but way too salty and I love salt. So much salt that my friend kept asking me if it tasted spicy. Maybe it was that the chef of the days pinch was really a punch? I dunno because my friends rave about this burger. Oh well -cocktails they were on point. Spicy funky without skimping on the alcohol

Overall, the dining experience was quite pleasant. We arrived close to closing time, yet the staff were still warm and welcoming, showing no signs of impatience—something that truly deserves recognition. From ordering to food service, the process was smooth and efficient, with dishes arriving promptly, which is a definite plus for diners who are short on time. As for the food, portion sizes were on the smaller side, so those with a bigger appetite may want to order a few extra dishes. The flavors were generally solid and reliable—nothing particularly outstanding, but also nothing disappointing. The Suancai Fish was well-executed, with a good balance of sourness and saltiness, making it a safe and steady choice. The standout dish, however, was the Salted Egg Yolk Tofu, which was excellent and easily the highlight of the meal. Overall, strong service and efficiency are the key strengths here. If you’re looking for a place for a quick and hassle-free meal, this restaurant is certainly worth considering.

Having tried a lot of Sichuanese restaurants in NYC, I kind of have a bar and this place failed to meet it. It’s a place for a more Americanized palate. The food lacked flavor and punch and was not served hot enough. The three pepper chicken was tough (didn’t want to even bring back any leftovers), the fried rice with mustard green shoots was good, the Fish Fillet w/ Silken Tofu Pudding was okay as it lacked flavor, the lotus root stir-fry medley was disappointing with big chunks of celery and cucumber and no flavor. They brought out the rice last, meanwhile what are you supposed to eat the rest of the food with? My biggest problem was with the atmosphere. The air conditioning was so strong that the food got cold in minutes add then was not enjoyable. You don’t need to blast the A/C and serve cold food - instead adjust it to pleasantly comfortable. Went to celebrate a birthday but was let down. Won’t go back.

Kawone Williams

While i was at Mister Paradise Rigo was my guide for this journey through the cocktail selection. Interesting enough all the drinks felt good but not enough to make me sit up and pay attention. All delicious but in a way that says "I might be able to recreate this at home." Definitely a good neighborhood spot to visit. Hypnotoad - This is a very specific flavor profile that I don't think I've ever had before. Bourbon with melon, cucumber 🥒 and mint is very very interesting combination. it's not for me but I'm positive someone would love this drink. Its loud but not obnoxious. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Cougar Magnum - This cocktail drinks like your traditional sour but has these beautiful flourishes of smoke. I struggle to taste the buttered popcorn 🍿 in the drink. I think if it were louder it would make the drink a bit more interesting. Great taste overall. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Dorothy Mantooth - This drinks flavor profile reminds me of a really well made Bay Breeze or a Port of Call from Clover Club. Very berry in its flavor profile. The fortified wine adds texture and lychee gives it a somewhat tropical flavor. Easy to drink and a good base for expansion. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

+6

Tuan Nguyen

My friend and I were looking for a new place to drink and walked past this bar last night around 10 pm. The place had one couple in it, we were skeptical, but we thought we would give it a chance. I had the Dirk Diggler, it wasn’t good, pls stop serving it. It is neither here or there, wasn't sweet, wasn’t sour. It was a strange combination. I didn’t even bother finish it My friend didn’t like anything on the menu so he asked for a variation of an Old Fashioned or Manhattan. The bartender made a Black Manhattan. My friend wasn’t impressed with it either. As our drinks get warmer, condensation water made a puddle on the bar counter. Before I left, I asked why they don’t use coasters, the bartender said they don’t. Pls use a coasters of something to soak up the water. Ppl often place their phones, wallets, handbags on the bar, and the water might damage them. Pls improve your drink and how youdo things. I want you to succeed, NYC need you to succeed.

Helen Xu

Worst venue one can imagine. If you’re considering booking this place for a group event/birthday get ready to get ignored for 20 minutes before getting to talk to anyone for service, and get ready for a broken table in the room!! I booked their red room for my birthday and I confirmed the booking with them via email multiple times. When we arrived NO ONE hosted us or led us to the room, and it took forever for me to try to talk to someone to get us seated. Star of the show was that the marble table in their red room was BROKEN! Yet no one told me about this before our arrival and I literally had to 1) navigated the bar by myself to find the Red Room; 2) walked in the room with no one serving us to find that the table was crashed. Mind you the room has a minimum spending and I was coming ready to hit that only to get ignored and find a broken table in the room. We were eventually forced to find another venue in the middle of the night. What a birthday.