Last Updated: 8 days ago
Phone: (646) 837-6776
Address: 24 EAST 39 STREET 10016
Dimly lit speakeasy w/ expertly crafted cocktails. Try the salmon dip!
Step into a dimly lit, speakeasy-style oasis offering expertly crafted cocktails. This Manhattan gem is renowned for its intimate atmosphere and a dedication to classic mixology. While primarily a cocktail destination, a surprisingly delightful salmon dip has become a must-try item, praised for its unique flavor and generous portion.
While primarily a cocktail bar, the salmon dip has garnered significant attention and is frequently recommended for its unique flavor and quality, with some users even attempting to replicate it. Other snacks have received mixed reviews, with some finding them not worth the price.
"The salmon dip is a standout dish, frequently praised for its flavor and quality, and is considered a must-try item by many patrons."
Customers generally praise the bar for its atmosphere and expertly made cocktails, with a notable highlight being a highly recommended salmon dip.
Important Note
One user reported an exceptionally long wait time for drinks in a nearly empty bar, contrasting with generally positive service experiences.
"Raines Law Room is suggested as a pre-dinner drink option."
Positive"This user recommended Raines Law Room."
Positive"This user recommended Barwise (Raines library bar) and Clover Club."
Positive"Raines Law Room was described as incredibly noisy, making conversation, especially a romantic one, impossible, despite fitting the visual aesthetic and offering cool drinks."
Neutral"This user recommended Raines at the William for Thanksgiving, stating they offer a pre-fixe menu and have private rooms suitable for 20 guests."
Positive"Raines in Midtown was noted to have many event spaces, but the commenter did not love them after touring and couldn't recall pricing."
Negative"This user suggested Raines Law Room as a venue for a private cocktail party, noting that it and its sister venues are suitable for such events."
Neutral"This establishment was recommended as a cozy cocktail bar."
Neutral"This establishment was recommended as a cozy cocktail bar that is not loud and has comfortable seating."
Neutral"This commenter reported a negative experience at Raines Law Room, noting the place was nearly empty but they waited over 30 minutes for their first drink before leaving. They expressed gladness that the author had a better experience and agreed with the author's other positive selections."
Negative"The author rated Raines Law Room (midtown at William Hotel) 9.5, appreciating its cool, chill, and classy vibe. They had positive interactions with the bar manager, A, and received a surprise engraved pint glass. The 'Tail Gunner' cocktail was a favorite, and the author was surprised it wasn't more frequently mentioned on Reddit."
Positive"On a subsequent visit, the author returned to Raines Law Room at 1:40 am to try the 'Midnight Manhattan' cocktail. Despite it being after last call, the bar made it for them, and the author found it excellent, noting the bar's exceptionally good and friendly service."
Positive"This user recommended Raines Law Room as a cocktail bar option near Gramercy Tavern."
Positive"Raines Law Room is recommended as a good choice for a team event."
Positive"Raines Law Room at The William hotel is mentioned as a good option in Midtown for groups."
Positive"Rains Law Room was mentioned as a recommendation."
Neutral"Raines Law Room is suggested as a suitable option for a cocktail bar that would meet the user's criteria for a New York-style experience with good drinks and ambiance."
Neutral"Raines Law Room is suggested as a suitable option that will meet the original poster's request for beautiful cocktail bars with good atmosphere."
Positive"This user implicitly agrees that Raines Law Room fits the description of a beautiful cocktail bar sought by the original poster, by agreeing with the overall list it is part of."
Positive"Raines Law Room is recommended as a beautiful cocktail bar that fits the original poster's request for atmosphere and cocktails."
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