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Bemelmans Bar Cocktail Bar in Upper East Side

4.3 out of 5, 833 reviews$80+ per person

Bemelmans Bar in Upper East Side

The mood

Upscale, iconic · good late at night · good for small groups

Known for

Dirty martini

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The story

A high-end cocktail bar on the Upper East Side. Reviewers come for the drinks, describe a cozy room, and describe a high-energy crowd. Known for its dirty martini.

“An iconic New York hideaway, renowned for nightly piano, late-night jazz and murals by Ludwig Bemelmans.”
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What's on at Bemelmans Bar

  • Every7 days

    Nightly piano

    Every day

    Renowned for nightly piano, late-night jazz and murals by Ludwig Bemelmans.

    From their website · Updated Nov 2026
  • Every7 days

    Nightly piano and jazz

    Every day · 5:30 PM

    Cover charge applies starting at 5:30 pm with the pianists opening set, followed by the jazz trio from 9 pm onward. Tables USD25-USD35 per person; the bar USD20-USD25 per person, depending on the artist.

    From their website · Updated Nov 2026

Know before you go

Vibe
Upscale, Iconic, Live Music, Date Night, Classic Nyc
Perfect for
Drinks, Lively Night Out
Best times
Afternoon, Brunch, Dinner, Happy Hour, Late Night
Group size
Friends (2-3), Small Group (4-6)
Insider tip
Dress Code: As one of the best-dressed rooms on the Upper East Side, we kindly ask guests to dress for the occasion. Athletic and casual leisure wear are better suited for other settings. At our discretion, we may suggest guests modify their attire or join us at another time. Live Music: A cover charge applies starting at 5:30 pm with the pianists opening set, followed by the jazz trio from 9:00 pm onward. Tables: USD25* - USD35* per person. The Bar: USD20* - USD25* per person.

The details at Bemelmans Bar

Setting
Indoors
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance

What reviewers mention about Bemelmans Bar

Moodap read 10 public reviews of Bemelmans Bar and counted what they talk about.

  • The drinks4 of 10
  • Cozy room3 of 10
  • High energy2 of 10
  • Great service2 of 10

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