Iconic cocktail bar w/ world-class drinks & classic Italian fare. Perfect for dates, lively nights, or aperitivo.
Bryan Kim reviews Dante West Village, a West Village spot that excels in cocktails, especially Negronis. It's a popular local scene perfect for dates or drinks with friends, but be sure to book ahead and order food.
Dante West Village offers a sophisticated yet lively atmosphere in the heart of the West Village, celebrated for its exceptional cocktail program, especially its signature Negronis. While known for its impressive drink menu, it also provides well-regarded food options like burrata and wood-fired chicken, making it a versatile spot for dates, drinks with friends, or even a solo meal. Reservations are recommended, particularly for the dining room.
Dante West Village is celebrated for its impressive cocktail menu, with particular acclaim for its Negronis and martinis. While drinks are a primary focus, food offerings like burrata with preserved tomatoes, wood-fired chicken, and a signature burger are also recommended. Some find the overall menu can be on the pricier side, but the quality of both food and drinks is generally well-received.
"Highly recommended are the signature Negronis and martinis, with 'martini hour' and 'negroni sessions' offering great value. For food, the burrata with preserved tomatoes and the wood-fired chicken are notable mentions."
Customers highly praise Dante West Village for its outstanding cocktails and classic Italian-inspired dishes, noting its vibrant atmosphere and suitability for various occasions from dates to casual drinks.
Important Note
Some users have expressed concerns about the potential for premixed martinis, though this is debated. The restaurant can be expensive, and dining room tables require advance booking.
"This restaurant was recommended as a potential option for a large group dinner, but reservations need to be made well in advance."
Neutral"Dante is listed as a great spot, along with The Up & Up and Happiest Hour."
Positive"Dante is mentioned as a recommendation."
Positive"Dante is suggested as a classic spot known for its excellent drinks."
Positive"The user mentioned this place as a known possibility for outdoor drinks, although they have not had a meal there before."
Neutral"Dante is listed as a top cocktail bar that the user believes one 'can't go wrong' with."
Positive"Dante was mentioned as a fun option in the Bleeker/MacDougal area, fitting the user's request for a place with a good vibe."
Positive"The chicken Caesar at this cocktail bar is described as criminally underrated, despite the bar being highly acclaimed for its cocktails."
Positive"This is a highly recommended spot."
Positive"This establishment is suggested as a place for the requested meal."
Neutral"Dante was suggested as a place with good sidewalk seats for people-watching."
Positive"This commenter lists Dante as a potential spot for flame-broiled burgers."
Neutral"The commenter suggested having a drink at Dante as a primary option or Bar Veloce as a backup."
Positive"This place may be a good option as it has reservations available, at least one vegetarian dish, is a minute walk to the Comedy Cellar, and has an extensive cocktail menu."
Positive"Dante is highly recommended for a great dining experience in the West Village."
Positive"Dante West Village is recommended as a romantic option."
Positive"The user expressed disapproval of Dante's potentially pre-batching martinis, stating it would disqualify them as a recommendation for martinis, although their specific orders were always made fresh."
Negative"A user finds the practice of premixing martinis 'disgraceful' and suggests it should disqualify Dante's, although their specific gin martini order has always been made fresh."
Negative"Clarifying their previous comment, the user suggested Dante's might pre-batch their classic martinis, though custom orders might still be made to order."
Negative"A user clarifies that Dante's may pre-batch classic martinis, even if some specific orders are made to order, referencing a New York Times article on batch cocktails."
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