Joanna Lin

Been going here for nearly 10 years… before I used to go late night and now I just love it at 6pm! Early to avoid the line & crowd, to catch the skylight and have a nice dinner with great cocktails. EO is one of the few bars in NY where people (even strangers) talk to each other and are not on their phones the entire time. Every drink is solid and there is a cocktail for every palate. The EO vibe is super special - you’ll have to experience it to know its magic.

Madhumita Sawant

We didn’t have a reservation on a Saturday night. So had to wait in line for about 10 mins before they could accommodate us near the bar area. The bar was amazing and extremely crowded, but because we were at the bar, the service was quick. The drinks are extremely innovative and tasty! I would definitely be back for more.

Zilola Shamsikulova

Amazing atmosphere with a vintage twist! Employees Only truly lives up to its reputation. The interior design feels like you’re stepping into a 1920s speakeasy — warm lighting, wood panels, and cozy booths give it an elegant but relaxed vibe. The service was attentive, and the cocktails were outstanding — creative, balanced, and beautifully presented. Perfect spot for a night out or date night. Highly recommended!

+3

Javier Santoro

Definitely one of my favorite spots in NYC, the people behind this place are amazing, phenomenal cocktail programs and the food it’s really outstanding, if you are the area its kinda mandatory to stop by and check this place out. The Ñoqui and caramel cheesecake are my favorite items.

+1

Eliana Glatt

Complete and delicious experience from start to finish. Delicate and gorgeous cocktails, we had the Amelia and Isabella. Oysters came with homemade sauces. Table-side steak tartar is one of the best Ive had. Portions are massive on the schnitzel. We enjoyed everything and service was impeccable.

+1

One of my favorite bar programs in the city (its LA outpost is equally good). I forget its name but had one of the most memorable cocktails I've tried in years, featuring raspberry and cream cheese. …

Had an interesting experience at employees only. The service seemed a bit strange. I am not sure since it is a busy spot maybe they rush a bit, but I don't know it felt off from the start.\n\nI got…

Great drinks - awesome bar, menu is outstanding- eat outside\n\nGreat drinks - awesome bar, menu is outstanding- eat outside

Came here with my boyfriend as we were visiting NYC. we came in with a reservation and had dinner and drinks. The food was good, and the drinks amazing. This is a great place for a date or to hang …

Came here with my boyfriend as we were visiting NYC. we came in with a reservation and had dinner and drinks. The food was good, and the drinks amazing. This is a great place for a date or to hang …

Absolutely loved this bar. The line to get in wasn't too long maybe it took 30 minutes to get in on a Friday night. It's lively inside but I loved the music and I can still have a conversation alth…

Nice bar and very friendly workers. We didn't have a reservation, but the bouncer still kindly let us in and the host was able to squeeze us at a table. Our server was super nice and gave really go…

Amazing vibes, so fun for a girls night or date night. The vibes are sexy, grown but still fun! There's always a line so come early and stay late ;)

Jan 3rd review... today they made wife and i feel like rockstars!! on her birthday! i am beyond grateful.. the drinks the food the service all impecable!! thank you i shall visit again soon..

During our years of travel, we’ve learned that it’s often the resort employees who make a vacation truly exceptional — and during our recent stay at The Royal Haciendas, we found that person: Jesús f…

I went thru drive up in bedford in. Miranda took my order was very helpful n friendly i had mushroom n swiss it was great service was too thanks miranda

I went thru drive up in bedford in. Miranda took my order was very helpful n friendly i had mushroom n swiss it was great service was too thanks miranda

There were 2 niece a friendly employees at the breakfast their name were Bruce and Miriam taken care from providing service keeping place on point to make us feel like at home

There were 2 niece a friendly employees at the breakfast their name were Bruce and Miriam taken care from providing service keeping place on point to make us feel like at home

Amazing little bar. Great drinks, friendly service and lovely ambience. The bartenders are simply amazing. Very creative and friendly. Highly recommended!

Amazing little bar. Great drinks, friendly service and lovely ambience. The bartenders are simply amazing. Very creative and friendly. Highly recommended!

Great vibe & drinks . Bartender & servers are very attentive & grilled cheese with truffle fries was bomb. Thank you for the great service!

Drinks are good, food is delicious. We ordered the grilled cheese and truffle fries. Great atmosphere and the employees are super friendly.

Drinks are good, food is delicious. We ordered the grilled cheese and truffle fries. Great atmosphere and the employees are super friendly.

Luke Qian

Once considered a standout among New York’s speakeasies, this bar still delivers well-executed cocktails that meet expectations in terms of balance and technique. However, in the context of an increasingly competitive cocktail scene, it now feels somewhat overshadowed — particularly when it comes to creativity in presentation and the use of innovative ingredients. That said, the quality remains solid, and for those seeking a classic speakeasy experience with reliably crafted drinks, it still holds its place.

Chase Fritchle

Thought this bar vibe was amazing, but they need more gin and vodka drinks for those who don’t drink whiskey. It’s overpowered by whisky in my opinion, so not the most balanced offerings on the menu. Lovely staff and bar though. Worth the wait just for that.

Jennifer Zimmerer

From what we heard, this spot used to be a go-to, but is now a bit overcrowded and rowdy for the vibe intended. The bar is super classy, servers have great recommendations, and the drinks are top tier, but we could barely find a place to stand and enjoy our drinks. If I had a redo, I would've tried to go early on a weekday or skip this spot in favor of places where you can enjoy your drink and some conversation with friends!

The place looks very cool. \nDrinks were very tasty, I had the Amelia and the Isabella. Both were fresh/sweet. \nThe food definitely left more to be desired specially given how hyped this restauran…

Came here on a Friday evening to grab a drink with a friend. Did not expect this place to have crowd control as we ended up waiting about 15 minutes before the bouncer let us in. For a speakeasy ba…

Bartenders were friendly and quick even when crowded. Drinks were balanced and presentation was clean. Best for a lively night rather than a calm chat.

Bartenders were friendly and quick even when crowded. drinks were balanced and presentation was clean. Best for a lively night rather than a calm chat.

Anastasiya Martinez

The bone marrow was delicious! The drinks were mid. It’s way to loud and crowded there so not a good place if you’re trying to celebrate or have a date

+2

Blake Rasmussen

A mixed experience. The food was good, but not spectacular - the burger was kind of a classic pub burger, lettuce, tomato, cheese. I wasn’t disappointed with it, but it wasn’t something I’d go out of my way to eat again. The schnitzel was a little below average - oddly bone-in, and the seasoning was very low. We also thought the bone marrow poppers were a pretty poor appetizer for the cost, and were very disappointed there. The cocktails were good and we were happy with all of them - the Isabella in particular was delicious and beautiful. The service from our waitress was amazing - she was incredibly kind and helpful, but the security and host started our reservation off wrong. We adhered to the dress code in the email, which they are strict about and I suggest you follow to the letter. No mention of shorts, however, and initially security denied us entry for the fact I was wearing shorts. As we were pulling up the reservation, they admitted other patrons in torn jean shorts, and it wasn’t until I protested that the dress code was inconsistently followed that they admitted us for our reservation. The dinner was to celebrate a promotion, and I really felt this out a damper on the evening - it’s a real shame, since our actual waitress was great!

+7

waited a while in line and warmly received by doorman. Great late night vibe, too bad about the server. Spent 5 night in Manhattan and tall girl with the long dark hair is the rudest person that we…

The bartenders insisted on doing shots with us and ended up charging us $100 extra for their drinks. Worst place ever.

The bartenders insisted on doing shots with us and ended up charging us $100 extra for their drinks. Worst place ever.

I came to this place and the first night I had a really good time, although at my own table I was singing and they told me to be quiet while I was there with my friends. I still managed to enjoy it. …

As a regular at Employees Only, I've always enjoyed the atmosphere and the drinks. However, my recent visit was disappointing. The security staff was quite rude at the entrance and didn't let me in…

As a regular at Employees Only, I've always enjoyed the atmosphere and the drinks. However, my recent visit was disappointing. The security staff was quite rude at the entrance and didn't let me in…

As a regular at Employees Only, I've always enjoyed the atmosphere and the drinks. However, my recent visit was disappointing. The security staff was quite rude at the entrance and didn't let me in…

I used to consider this one of the best spots in Manhattan and came here often when the founding team ran the place. Unfortunately, the service no longer reflects that reputation. The staff and d…

Employees Only just wasn't it for us. It was way too crowded, and the door staff felt a bit unnecessarily formal -- asking about a reservation even though it didn't seem to matter. They also wouldn…

Door guy was soooooo mean. I simply asked how long the wait was and told him it was my birthday and he told me to "save my tears" when I literally wasn't even crying and told him I was in line wait…

Door guy was soooooo mean. I simply asked how long the wait was and told him it was my birthday and he told me to "save my tears" when I literally wasn't even crying and told him I was in line wai…

Guy at door is horrible. waited over an hour and had so many people go ahead of us. He is so rude and this place sucks.

Our server Thai was incredibly rude to us upon sitting down. When i explained that it was my sisters birthday and we wanted to enjoy ourselves but her attitude ruined the vibes she immediately got …

Very rude staff, definitely not worth the hype! Coctails & music ok, but the waiters re extremely rude to the limits of aggression. There are far better options in NY

Very rude staff, definitely not worth the hype! Coctails & music ok, but the waiters re extremely rude to the limits of aggression. There are far better options in NY

Don't go here,,theses people will steal your food,and if you bring it back they wwwiiillll spit on your food.they do not care about their customers,,,its the money

Don't go here,,theses people will steal your food,and if you bring it back they wwwiiillll spit on your food.they do not care about their customers,,,its the money

INSULTING, HUMILIATING, OUTRAGEOUS! Zero customer service, zero manager action, zero stars (had to hit 1star in order to post).Went for drinks last Friday night to celebrate my friend’s birthday. …