Elegant bar above Eleven Madison Park w/ creative vegetarian dishes & expertly crafted cocktails.
Bryan Kim reviews Clemente Bar, an elegant spot above Eleven Madison Park, praising its inventive vegetarian dishes and complex cocktails, making it ideal for drinks and a light bite.
This sophisticated bar, situated above Eleven Madison Park, is a haven for cocktail enthusiasts and vegetarians alike. Offering a refined ambiance, it boasts an impressive menu of expertly crafted drinks and creative vegetarian small plates, such as celtuce tostadas and truffle-adorned tofu dogs. It's an ideal spot for a date or a business meeting, providing a high-quality experience that rivals its downstairs counterpart but with a more accessible a la carte approach.
Clemente Bar is celebrated for its inventive vegetarian small plates, with dishes like celtuce tostadas, carrot tartare, and a truffle-adorned tofu dog receiving particular acclaim. The cocktail program is equally lauded, featuring unique creations and expertly mixed classics, with their martini noted for its refined take and punchy olive.
"The Celtuce Tostada, Carrot Tartare, and Tofu Dog are highlighted as must-try vegetarian small plates, while their Martini is praised for its refined preparation."
Customers widely praise Clemente Bar for its sophisticated atmosphere, inventive vegetarian food, and exceptional cocktails, making it a highly recommended spot for a refined night out.
Important Note
Reservations may be necessary, especially for peak times, and prices for cocktails are noted to be around $25.
"Clemente is mentioned by the user as one of their top cocktail bars."
Positive"This user recommended Clemente Bar as a cocktail bar option near Gramercy Tavern."
Positive"Clemente Bar is listed as a recommendation."
Neutral"Bar Clemente is described as gorgeous and recommended."
Positive"Clemente, located above 11 Madison, is suggested as a group dining option. A reservation is essential unless dining very late."
Neutral"The Studio @ Clemente is presented as a high-end option comparable to '11 Madison Park lite' at $225 per person. It is noted as being vegan, which might be more restrictive than the user's vegetarian requirement."
Neutral"The user found it easy to book a late-night lounge slot at Clemente Bar three weeks in advance, though the bar later became fully booked."
Positive"Bar Clemente was suggested as another good option for the desired criteria."
Positive"Bar Clemente is suggested as an option for a good vibe, in response to a query about downtown spots."
Positive"Clemente is briefly mentioned as a recommendation for a cocktail bar that could satisfy the user's request for a New York-style experience."
Neutral"A user highlights Clemente Bar as the venue for a De Vie Lounge Takeover, where Barney O'Kane will be making cocktails, expressing excitement about attending this specific event."
Positive"A user recommended Clemente Bar as a splurge-worthy dining option, considering its high price which includes a drink pairing."
Positive"A user recommends Clemente Bar, highlighting its vegetarian/vegan options and cocktail pairings."
Positive"The user Antique-Bench6482 found that Clemente Bar lived up to the hype."
Positive"Clemente is crazy good, a knockout in service and drink style."
Positive"Clemente Bar is from Eleven Madison Park, get fancy and be in the sexiest room in NYC."
Positive"Clemente Bar has a gorgeous space above Eleven Madison Park."
Positive"Highly recommends Clemente Bar for its vegan food menu and amazing cocktails. Mentions the "studio" with a set menu and the lounge with an a la carte option."
Positive"A commenter described the Clemente bar upstairs (at EMP) as having a great vibe and being relaxed, noting cocktails are around $25 and reservations might be necessary."
Positive"A user recommended visiting the Clemente Bar, located upstairs at EMP, describing it as a nice spot for drinks crafted by EMP's head mixologist, enjoyable as a standalone experience."
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