MidtownSpeakeasy
Wildcard Bar Speakeasy in Midtown
The mood
Intimate, sophisticated · good late at night · good for small groups
Known for
Japanese whiskies and sake
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An upscale speakeasy bar in Midtown. Reviewers single out the drinks, describe it as easy to miss, and mention friendly service. Insider tip: Book your Wildcard Bar reservation on Resy. Known for its Japanese whiskies and sake.
“Wildcard Bar is a Japanese-inspired cocktail hidden bar on the second floor of a townhouse in Midtown Manhattan. Our seasonal menu features handcrafted cocktails utilizing small-batch spirits.”
What's on at Wildcard Bar
- EveryThuLive music
Live vocal night
Thu · 6 PM
Live vocal performances in the lounge, unplugged; doors at 6 PM, no cover, reservations recommended.
From their website · Updated Oct 2026
Know before you go
- Vibe
- Intimate, Sophisticated, Trendy
- Perfect for
- Small Groups, Drinks
- Best times
- Dinner, Late Night
- Group size
- Friends (2-3), Small Group (4-6)
- Insider tip
- Book your Wildcard Bar reservation on Resy
The details at Wildcard Bar
- How to visit
- Dine-in
- Setting
- Indoors
- Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Payment
- Credit cards · Debit cards · Tap to pay
What reviewers mention about Wildcard Bar
Moodap read 10 public reviews of Wildcard Bar and counted what they talk about.
- The drinks7 of 10
- Tucked away4 of 10
- Great service4 of 10
- Small groups2 of 10
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Good to know about Wildcard Bar
Wildcard Bar is at 238 E 53rd St 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10022, in Midtown, Manhattan.
You can call Wildcard Bar at (212) 888-8003.
Expect about $20–60 per person at Wildcard Bar.
Wildcard Bar is known for its Japanese whiskies and sake.
In the 10 reviews of Wildcard Bar that Moodap read, the most mentioned are the drinks (7), tucked away (4), great service (4), and small groups (2).
Small groups and drinks.
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