Dive bar vibes meet late-night cocktails & espresso martinis. Get your jello shots and curly fries fix in this unique West Village haunt.
Art Bar is a hidden gem offering a unique blend of a relaxed, house-party vibe with an extensive espresso martini menu and late-night dining options. Its dual personality, with a divey front and a cozy back lounge, makes it a versatile spot. The food, while primarily bar fare, includes standout items like curly fries and vegetarian options, complemented by affordable drinks.
The food primarily consists of bar snacks, with curly fries being a highly recommended item. They also offer an 'impossible burger' and other vegetarian options. The drink menu is extensive, particularly known for its espresso martinis and affordable wells/drafts during happy hour. The kitchen stays open very late, until 2:45 or 3 AM daily.
"Curly fries are a standout dish, frequently praised by customers. The 'impossible burger' is also noted as a good vegetarian option, and the extensive espresso martini menu is a major draw."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, frequently recommending it as a dive bar with a unique atmosphere and good value for money, especially for its cocktails and late hours.
Important Note
One user mentioned that while Art Bar is recommended, it can get loud and crowded on weekend nights, suggesting earlier visits for a quieter experience.
"The original poster acknowledged visiting Art bar before and liking it as a bar."
Positive"This user recommended Art bar in the West Village, stating it offers an impossible burger and other vegetarian options."
Positive"Art bar is recommended for its fun atmosphere and fantastic curly fries."
Positive"This commenter described Art Bar as having a typical NYC dive bar upfront and a back room resembling Central Perk from Friends."
Positive"This commenter loves the curly fries at Art Bar and considers it a great dive bar with reasonable prices, though not necessarily a stellar date spot."
Positive"Art Bar in the West Village is recommended for its fantastic curly fries and cheap drinks."
Positive"Art Bar in the West Village has had curly fries for a long time, according to this commenter."
Positive"Art bar is recommended, but it can get loud and crowded at night on weekends, so it's better visited earlier in the day."
Neutral"This user recommended Boyfriend and Art Bar."
Positive"Art Bar offers $5 wells and drafts during happy hour. The reviewer noted its unique vibe, ability to be both divey and romantic, and affordable cocktails, distinguishing it from other similar establishments in the area."
Positive"This user recommended art bar."
Positive"This commenter expressed fondness for Art Bar, recalling enjoying it when working in the Meatpacking district."
Positive"This commenter recommended Art Bar as a dive bar."
Positive"Art Bar offers its full menu until 2:45 or 3 AM every day."
Positive"Art Bar is described as a cheap cocktail bar with an extensive espresso martini menu and a back area with couches, creating a house party vibe. It also offers jello shots."
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